Maritime Occupational Health and Safety Regulations

24 (1) Materials used to construct or install the deck covering in all crew accommodation must be approved under the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 and provide a non-slip surface impervious to moisture that is capable of being easily cleaned and maintained in a sanitary condition.

(2) If deck covering is made of composite materials, any joints must be profiled to avoid crevices.

(3) The deck covering in all crew accommodation must

• (a) be kept free of grease, oil or any other slippery substance and any material or object that may create a hazard to an employee; and

• (b) have sufficient drainage to remove any water that accumulates in the crew accommodation.