It may be difficult to imagine in this day and age, but Americans are still routinely exposed to toxins such as lead in the workplace. In 2018, more than 60 shipwrights settled a civil [...]

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The National Marine Manufacturers Association found that over 260,000 new power boats were sold in 2017 (and 981,600 used power boats were sold in 2016). The expected growth rate for purchasing boats is set [...]

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The total value of recreational boats reached over $3.6 billion in 2016, and that number is going to keep growing as the years go on. People love boating, and as they spend more time [...]

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When it comes to having full coverage for potential claims, boat builders can have a lot to worry about. Everything from boating accidents to natural disasters can affect the claims filed against boat builders, [...]

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From skin abrasions to inhaling dangerous vapors, there is no shortage of risks that boat builders face. We’re going to explore how to avoid injury from epoxy resins, flammable chemicals, and more. Share the following [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Boat Builders

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From using hazardous chemicals to severe physical exertion, there is no shortage of risks boat builders face, which is why a Boat Builder Insurance Policy is a necessity. In this article, we’re going to take [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Boat Builders

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Like any industry, the boat building sector faces various risks. While not all risks can be foreseen, many can be avoided and prevented. In addition to securing a Boat Builder Insurance Policy, your clients [...]

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Posted by Merrimac Marine in: blog Boat Builders

Tagged: Boat Builder Insurance Boat Builder Insurance Policy Boat Builder Risks