2.8.5.9 Work in accommodation, galleys and pantries

2.8.5.9 WORK IN ACCOMMODATION, GALLEYS AND PANTRIES

Work in accommodation and particularly galleys and pantries may be dangerous if safety precautions are not taken and safe working practices not followed. The main causes of personal injury in galleys are slips and falls, burns caused by hot food or water and cuts from sharp objects

• the floors of galleys and pantries must be kept clean from grease or any other liquids which may cause somebody to slip
• whilst the vessel is at sea, rails/fiddles should be put up around the stoves to prevent pots and pans from moving
• heavy items should always be moved by two people rather than one
• appropriate Personal Protective Equipment – please see section 2.8.4.1 Safe working clothes – Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – should be worn, particularly proper shoes with toe caps and non-slip soles
• doors of all kinds should have hooks to prevent slamming
• doors to refrigeration chambers should be able to be opened from the inside to prevent a crew member from becoming trapped inside.