What is a maritime worker and how does that person differ from a cruise ship worker?

A maritime worker is any person who works in a position related to the maritime industry, including on ships, such as oil rigs, fishing vessels, cargo ships, and cruise ships. Maritime workers typically have specialized skills and knowledge of the maritime industry, such as navigation, engineering, and repair. Maritime workers are usually employed by a company or organization related to the maritime industry and are typically not directly employed by cruise lines. Cruise ship workers, on the other hand, typically work for the cruise line and provide services to the passengers on board. Cruise ship workers may include servers, cooks, bartenders, housekeepers, cabin attendants, security guards, medical personnel, and entertainment staff. These workers may also perform maintenance tasks to keep the cruise ship in working order. While some cruise ship workers may have maritime experience, such as working on cargo ships or fishing vessels, most have experience in the hospitality and service industry. Cruise ship workers are often required to have a certificate of qualification from a maritime regulatory body to work on a passenger vessel. Maritime workers, on the other hand, typically do not need such a certificate and can be employed with less specialized requirements. In Florida, when a maritime worker or cruise ship worker is injured while working, they may be eligible for protection under Florida’s Cruise Ship Accident Law. This law provides certain rights and protections to maritime workers and cruise ship workers who suffer injuries while employed by a cruise line, including the right to receive compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering.

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