Life on a merchant ship 2020

Life on a merchant ship is truly a unique and memorable experience, very difficult to compare to land work. But if someone gets sick at sea, a career in the merchant navy would not be a good choice.

There are some aspects of a sailor's life on board:

 

1. Daily routine on a merchant ship

 

In particular, living and working on board a merchant ship are a number of specificities that must be taken into account by any person interested in this business.

 

2. Crew cabins

 

These cabins are mostly small. Beds are bunk beds. Bedspreads, covers and cushions are provided by the shipping company, although the crew is responsible for the maintenance, cleaning and good maintenance of the cabins, and must also maintain them in good condition. The maritime authorities regularly inspect the cabins to check them and ensure compliance with the rules.

 

3. World work environment

 

Workers come from many countries around the world, so they need to speak English.

 

4. Possible costs

 

Apart from the money you could spend when you go onshore, everything is free. Depending on the company and the contract, the air ticket can be paid for by the ship owner or the employment agency.

 

5. Functional structure on a ship

 

Absolute order and discipline must preside over life and work on a ship, if safety, essential in this type of activity, and adequate comfort are to be guaranteed.

There is a classification presided over by the captain or captain of the ship who is the supreme authority. Everyone must follow all their orders and instructions.

New employees will be well informed during their training period so that they become familiar with the different grades of officers, such as deck officers, engineering officers, etc.

6. Safety and general training and emergency exercises

Due to government and naval regulations, crew members should participate in ongoing safety and general drills.

7. Rest time

In their spare time, crew members may go ashore if the ship is in port.