Outline:
A report describing a lifting operation which highlights several areas where there is a high potential for an accident to occur.
What the Reporter told us:
Recently, I observed lifting operations being performed on a research …
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A report detailing an incident where a wilful failure to fully comply with a safety briefing led to an injury to a passenger.
What the reporter told us:
I am the skipper of a Rigid Hulled Inflatable …
Outline:
We have received several reports which outline position anomalies between a vessel’s AIS and ECDIS, and positions obtained from a PPU or by visual / radar position fixing.
What the Reporter told us (1):
Prior to …
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A report of a combination ladder deficiency and the follow up which involved both the port authority and the regulatory authority (Port State Control).
What the Reporter told us:
This vessel presented itself for a pilot …
Outline:
A report covering many issues, but primarily the story boils down to uncaring ship managers.
What the Reporter told us:
The report was initially received by the International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN) who, with …
Correspondence received – Bridge / Engine Room communications
Ian Shields
Outline:
A detailed report giving some feedback to the article published in Maritime Feedback issue number 52.
What the Reporter told us:
I was a master on a ferry approaching a berth – head in, with control …
Outline:
Whilst under pilotage an error by the helmsman is picked up by both the pilot and the bridge team.
What the Reporter told us:
Recently, whilst piloting an inbound vessel, I gave a helm order of …
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Further to the article in MFB 48 concerning a vessel that was not constructed in compliance with SOLAS V 23, a second similar report has been received.
What the reporter told us:
This report concerns a new …
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A report highlighting poor practice by shore workers whilst removing a gangway from the ship.
What the Reporter told us:
Recently, whilst in port on a cruise, the gangway was installed and removed by a road crane …
