In 1970 NYSA and the ILA adopted a Joint Maritime Safety Code (pdf) that has been incorporated into the Portwide General Cargo Agreement (pdf) since at least 1986. Subsequent agreements have called for a joint NYSA-ILA committee to update the Code but this has yet to be done.

The Code contains specific safety information on most aspects of the longshore operation and equipment including: proper illumination, yard surface, safety equipment, traffic, etc.

As part of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, the Code is enforceable through the grievance procedure.

Click here for the
NYSA-ILA Joint Maritime Safety Code (pdf).