An IMCA report states that a crew member fell from the top step of a small folding stepladder while working. What happened? A crew member was working while stood on the top
Deep Waters, Hidden Dangers: The Risks of Poor Anchorage
Anchors are designed for temporary mooring in harbors, not extreme weather. Proper planning and risk assessment prevents anchor dragging and vessel damage. Controlled deployment and monitoring ensure a secure anchorage. Anchoring is
Lesson Learned: Damage to Accommodation Ladder
The Nautical Institute reports of am incident involving damage to the accommodation ladder. What happened? A tanker had arrived at berth to load a fuel parcel. Once mooring was completed, the starboard
Lessons Learned: Fingers Crushed by Heavy Equipment
The Nautical Institute reports of an incident where crew fingers were crushed by heavy equipment. What happened? An engineer and a helper needed to inspect the spare impeller blade assembly for the
Lessons Learned: Progressive Flooding Leads to Tanker Sinking
In a recent maritime incident, a fully loaded tanker succumbed to progressive flooding and ultimately sank after departing despite severe weather warnings, reports the Nautical Institute. What happened? A fully loaded tanker
Lessons Learned: Dragging Anchor During Strong Winds Leads to Collision
The Nautical Institute reports of a dragging anchor incident resulting in the collision of vessels. What happened? Two bulk carriers were at anchor awaiting berthing instructions, a safe distance away from each
Lessons Learned: Cook Suffers Burns in Galley Incident
A recent safety alert from the Marine Safety Forum (MSF) highlights a galley incident where a cook sustained burns while handling a pot of boiling water. What happened A cook sustained burns
A New Era of Offshore Operations: Delivery of REACH REMOTE 1
Innovative USV Design Revolutionizes Offshore Surveys. Massterly to Operate REACH REMOTE 1 from Land-Based Control Center. Collaboration Drives the Future of Uncrewed Maritime Technology. The successful launch of REACH REMOTE 1, a
Lessons Learned: Mitigation of Shipboard Crane Wire Rope Hazard
The USCG reports of a recent marine casualty involving a shipboard crane occurred while a 69-ton wind turbine nacelle was being offloaded. What happened? While hoisting, a wire rope parted, causing the
Lessons Learned: Dry Compressed Air Ensures Equipment Safety
Dry compressed air is vital to safe equipment operation, says USCG. The Incident A recent Coast Guard investigation involving a fire and subsequent loss of propulsion on board an inspected vessel serves
- Lessons Learned: Hazardous Zone Markings and Safety Awareness
- Lessons Learned: Hot Work Safety & Lockout/Tagout Programs
- Lessons Learned: Fatal Fire Aboard Oil/Chemical Tanker
- The Viswa Group: Global Fuel Characteristics Report 2024
- Viswa Group: Global Fuel Characteristics Report 2024
- Lessons Learned: Parting of Lifeboat/Tender Fall Wire