baker-street/maib-incident-reports-5K huggingface dataset:
Ro/Ro cargo vessel crewmember sustained a fractured foot after being struck by a trestle after a fork lift toppled. A ro-ro cargo vessel crew member was reversing a forklift down the fixed internal ramp between weather deck and main deck transferring a trestle. They noticed a crew member walking up the ramp. The crew member in the forklift adjusted the steering to give more clearance and applied the brakes to reduce speed further. At this point the fork lift sheared to the to the left then toppled over. The trestle then slid and hit the crew member's right foot resulting in a fractured foot.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A chartered angling vessel flooded whilst in a lock after a lock gate started opening An angling charter vessel along with other vessels were in a lock preparing to leave a marina. With the lock gates closed, the water in the lock was lowered to the level on the seaward side. The outer gate was then partly opened and then stopped, the inner gate was then also opened. The level of water inside the marina was more than 15 feet above the water level in the lock, it flooded through and onto the deck of the angling vessel, resulting in the aft mooring line snapping. The vessel then drifted outwards and made contact with another vessel. The angling vessel sustained crush damage but there were no injuries. The outer gates were shut and vessels returned to the marina.
Incident type: Flooding / Foundering
Cruise ship crewmember suffered an ankle injury whilst descending staircase. A cruise ship crew member was descending a staircase when they twisted their ankle which exacerbated a previous injury. The primary injury was treated onboard but the casualty will be disembarked for follow-up orthopaedic medical assistance.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Sailing vessel was conducting training when an individual sustained a fracture injury. Sailing vessel was in passage when the casualty slipped and got their foot between the starboard wheel and the pedestal which resulted in a closed hip fracture. The individual will make a full recovery. No defects were found in the area.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Yacht crew member fell overboard from vessel during a race A crew member fell overboard from the vessel during a race, they were safely recovered by crew members on the vessel and did not require any medical attention or coastguard assistance. The vessel returned safely to a local port.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A dive vessel suffered propulsion failure with divers in the water. A dive vessel was taking divers out to an island area for a dive. On the passage, the engine was having some issues with the gearbox and also produced some smoke. As the vessel arrived at the island diving location, the vessel experienced propulsion failure. The skipper decided to tell the divers to enter the water whilst they and the one other crew member attempted to restart the engine. The crew were not able to start the engine and the vessel started to drift away from the divers. The skipper transmitted an urgency call due to the vessel's continued drift from the divers. The divers' location was also unknown and other vessels in the area had to help look for them. The divers were located and recovered and the dive vessel was towed back to shore.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A general cargo vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement. A general cargo vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement due to the fact that the stanchions were loose.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A cement carrier suffered a blackout whilst under pilotage A cement tanker was underway with a pilot on board when it experienced a blackout that lasted for about ten minutes before the vessel regained power. There was a harbour tug standing by which quickly made fast and assisted the vessel to maintain position in the channel whilst the crew regained power. There were no injuries, pollution or damage.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Stanchions too large to grip as per ISO799, secured around step and tripping line wrong.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Ladder secured using shackles around side ropes.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Cargo ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations Cargo ship's pilot ladder was not rigged to SOLAS regulations. Accommodation ladder does not line up with pilot ladder/gate in railings. Pilot ladder lashed to railings. Accommodation ladder platform not horizontal/only one stanchion on the bottom platform and the bottom of accommodation ladder not attached to ships side. Initially accommodation ladder not 5 metres above the water (as per photo) but combination rigged on the port with the required height but listed deficiencies.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A crew transfer vessel experienced a loss of power as a result of running out of fuel A crew transfer vessel was inbound when the starboard engine cut out, shortly followed by the port engine . It was quickly realised that the fuel tanks had run dry.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Motor cruiser fouled its propellor & collided with a pier resulting in water ingress. The motorboat fouled its propeller, due to this they experienced steering failure and collided with a pier. They sustained damage, water ingress & lifeboat crew members assisted the persons onboard to safety, stabilized the water ingress and assisted the vessel safely alongside the pontoon.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A pilot slipped as they were stepping onto a general cargo vessel. A general cargo vessel was embarking their pilot when the pilot slipped whilst stepping onto the deck. They did not fall and were not injured but the deck was slippery. The pilot spoke to the master after arriving on the bridge and the master agreed that the re-application of non-slip surface treatment was necessary. Due to the low freeboard of the vessel, the pilot was not using a pilot ladder to board and had simply stepped across onto the open deck of the general cargo vessel. The pilot was not injured and there was no damage.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A vehicles carrier experienced a grounding whilst maneuvering in channel with no damage sustained. A vehicles carrier was approaching a port lock with 3 tugs in attendance and 2 pilots on board when it made contact with a mudbank in the channel. The ship was assisted awat from the bank by the tugs already in attendance and proceeded through the locks and to the berth without further incident. There was no damage or pollution reported. The port is carrying out an internal investigation of the incident. The delay in reporting the incident was due to the nature of the incident (grounding) not being immediately apparent due to the soft nature of the seabed.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
Chemical tanker pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations". Numerous loose steps on pilot ladder after slippage of whippings and chocks. Refused to board until ladder changed. Chief Officer had conducted a visual inspection of the pilot ladder prior to rigging and could not see any issues.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Passenger ship's guest tripped and fell which resulted in a bone fracture injury. Cruise ship's passenger was walking along a corridor when they tripped over a power cord of an air blower placed to dry the wet carpet. The individual fell on their left shoulder sustaining a fracture. Furthermore, the guest mentioned that they had 2 glasses of an alcoholic drink about an hour before the accident.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Ro/Ro Cargo vessel grounded following departure from port. Ro/Ro Cargo vessel grounded on a known shoal under pilotage following departure from port. The pilot had not checked the updated chart or consulted the latest NtMs highlighting the shoal area prior to the job. Following soundings and further checks, the vessel returned to port for diver inspection.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
General cargo vessel made contact with a bridge resulting in superficial damage. A general cargo vessel was outward bound with a trainee pilot on the controls. During a shape up for the bridge, the wind caught the stern and the starboard helm was placed on to try to get the bow in the middle of the bridge to allow for port helm to 'flick' the stern. However, the port quarter made contact with the bridge and the vessel landed on the timber fenders and slid down. There was no damage sustained to the ship, apart from scratches from the timber. The bridge was closed for inspection and reopened shortly after with the vessel continuing on passage.
Incident type: Contact
Motor cruiser started burning from an electrical fault resulting in total destruction of vessel. Motor cruiser started burning as a result of an electrical fault. The two persons on board were rescued by a nearby fishing vessel. The vessel was towed to safety and the fire extinguished resulting in total destruction above water line.
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
A pilot vessel struck a buoy and sustained damage to the hull above the water line. A pilot vessel was returning to port after dropping off a pilot when it struck a navigation mark and sustained minor damage. The vessel sustained a hole in the hull above the water line but there was no water ingress.
Incident type: Contact
A service vessel experienced an engine fault and required a tow, while rigging the tow both vessels sustained damage A service vessel was returning to port when a crew member identified a fault on the portside engine and the clutch had dis-engaged. The vessel reduced speed and dropped anchor on the approach to the port, the PHT system was reset but this did not rectify the issue and both clutches were inoperative. The vessel waited for towage assistance from another service vessel. The tow was rigged initially as an alongside tow which resulted in damage to both vessels and re-rigged for an astern tow.
Incident type: Collision
A self-hire vessel experienced an electric outboard engine failure and required assistance A self-hire vessel with one occupant could not re-start the electric outboard engine and could not self-recover as no paddles are carried onboard . An inland waterways passenger craft assisted the vessel to a towpath.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A workboat crew member slipped from a step and fractured their elbow A workboat crew member slipped off the top step hitting their elbow as they landed. The crew member had an x-ray and was diagnosed with a fracture to the right elbow. The area was checked for damage or defects, none were reported.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Small fire on a dredging vessel resulting in minor fire damage to the pump drive transformer. Small fire on a dredging vessel resulting in minor fire damage to the pump drive transformer. Fire alarm in pump drive room, upon investigation - small fire from cabling within the transformer housing - extinguished with CO2 extinguishers
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
A sailing yacht experienced a fire resulting in two crew being evacuated and the yacht left to drift A sailing yacht experienced engine failure when it heated up and started to emit smoke. The two crew onboard requested a tow to safety. A search and rescue (SAR) vessel was tasked to the yacht, one crew member stepped aboard to carry out an assessment when flames were noted in the cabin area. The two crew were evacuated and taken to shore. The SAR vessel went back to observe the burning yacht and to ensure it was not a danger to other vessels. The yacht was not seen the following day.
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
A crew transfer vessel grounded whilst on passage. A crew transfer vessel grounded on a bank whist navigating at speed in a speed restriction area. The skipper slowed the vessel down quickly on realising they were in a speed restriction area but experienced steering issues due to the loss in momentum and deviated from the correct course. The skipper was also distracted at the time, in discussion with the deck crew regarding navigation marks in the area. The vessel was able to re-float without assistance and there was no damage or pollution.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
A container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations A container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Life buoy with self-igniting light was not available for immediate use. The rigging of the pilot ladder was not checked, or the embarkation and/or disembarkation of the pilot was not supervised by a watch keeping deck officer. A tripping line was fitted to the bottom of the ladder, or was rigged not in accordance with IMO Resolution A.1045(27) 2.1.5.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A cruise ship passenger fell resulting in a fractured hip A cruise ship passenger and partner were exiting the elevator, as the passenger turned around to check on their partner their footwear got caught on the carpeted floor. The passenger fell to the ground and fractured a hip. The duty medic attended the scene, before escorting the passenger to the medical centre for treatment. The area was inspected, and no defects were identified.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A bulk carrier's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations A bulk carrier's pilot ladder was not rigged to SOLAS regulations. Ladder was as secured to deck by means of shackles passed through the gaps between the sideropes of the ladder, causing weight of the ladder to be picked effectively held by the aluminium ‘seizing' clamps. i.e. not safely secured to deck. The deck crew were instructed to rig correct securing ropes to the ladder before disembarking.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A tanker suffered a fire onboard that was extinguished by the crew A chemical tanker was on an approach to berth and passed the first line to berth for mooring. A fire alarm sounded and after confirmation of fire in the engine room, crew proceeded with fire fighting measures. Initially a terminal worker requested the vessel to come alongside as the first line was already connected. After the concerns about the extent of the fire, the mooring was aborted and vessel moved away from berth with assistance from tugs. Once the fire was extinguished, the tanker with assistance from the tugs berthed. The terminal fire service was on scene and initial findings indicated a fire caused by disconnected fuel line on the combined boiler. No injuries to crew.
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
A crew transfer vessel crew member trapped their hand under a rope and was injured. During berthing operations on board a crew transfer vessel, a crew member trapped their wrist under the rope of a fender whilst throwing it over the side. The crew member was able to free themselves however the injury was severe enough that they were signed off work for 35 days.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A charter vessel suffered an engine failure with passengers on board. Charter vessel reported an engine failure which resulted in a tow. It was noticed by an engineer that the fuel line and filters were fully blocked. This issue has been resolved and no injuries were sustained to any of the passengers. No further damages reported.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Inland water passenger vessel experienced steering failure and subsequent contact with shore object. On approaching a lock going downstream, the skipper had the engine in neutral. As they were coming to a layby the engine was in reverse to help reduce speed, when the vessel accelerated unexpectedly. The skipper put the engine back in neutral in the hope of resetting the gear, and then went into reverse again. It accelerated again. At which point it was carrying too much speed to do anything else. The vessel made contact with the headlock gates and ended with the bow stuck under the lock walkway. The damage to the vessel was a broken gear selector cable and a passenger injured their hip
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A fish carrier suffered propulsion failure. A fish carrier had a gear box problem and suffered propulsion failure. The vessel dropped anchor and was monitored by the local coastguard services until it was possible to arrange a tow back to port. There was no pollution, damages or injuries.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A container vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement. A container vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement because the ladder was resting on a deck tongue which put all the weight onto a single step. Additionally, the side ropes were lashed but the lashings were loose and the lashing ropes were of a different material to the pilot ladder and were thin in diameter.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Cruise ship passenger tripped resulting in closed fracture to left ankle Cruise ship passenger tripped resulting in injury to left ankle. While walking passenger did not notice a step on there way out, missed step, twisted left ankle and lost the balance falling forward and landing on the carpeted deck.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A self-hire vessel experienced a loss of propulsion and required assistance A self-hire vessel lost propulsion in a tunnel, an inland waterways passenger craft assisted the vessel to shore. The loss of propulsion was due do a plastic bag wrapped around the propeller.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Cargo ship using dangerously weighted heaving lines. Cargo ship using dangerously weighted heaving lines. Weighted heaving lines found on both Forward and Aft Mooring Stations on arrival to Berth 107. Core of monkey fist contained metal nuts embedded in plastic. Master advised to check all heaving lines prior to departure.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A cruise ship passenger tripped resulting in a dislocated shoulder A cruise ship passenger tripped on a door threshold and landed with the left arm extended resulting in a dislocation of the left shoulder. The medical team transported the passenger to the medical centre. Numerous attempts were carried out to reposition the dislocation but were unsuccessful due to the complexity. The ships doctor requested a medical evacuation of the passenger, as the vessel would remain at sea for another 63 hours before calling at the planned port of arrival. Communication to the Coastguard to arrange medical disembarkation. The passenger was disembarked onto to a search and rescue vessel and passed into the care of the ambulance service.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Sailing vessel ran aground and was washed up a beach by waves A sailing vessel being operated single-handedly ran aground and was washed onto a beach by waves. The crew member was evacuated and the vessel was re-floated and to to harbour the following day on the ebb tide
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
A crew transfer vessel crew member was injured by a rope snapping back. A crew transfer vessel was departing the berth when another person alerted the crew that one of the lines had not been let go. A crew member went to let it go whilst it was still under tension, when the line parted and struck the hull of the vessel and the crew member's arm.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A service vessel was carrying out a maintenance task on a crane when the jib saddle sheared off An offshore service vessel was powering up the vessel's main crane as part of a maintenance task. The knuckle boom jib unexpectedly extended whilst still stowed on the boom rest causing the jib saddle to shear off and fall overboard. No crew were injured or in the direct path of the saddle as it fell overboard. Divers were not in the water at the time. The saddle was later recovered by the vessel's remotely operated vehicle (ROV).
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Lifeboat was returning to port when it made contact with a submerged object. The lifeboat was on route to return to the port when it made contact with an unidentified submerged object. This resulted in light damage to boat engine skeg however, the boat remains in full service. No further damages reported.
Incident type: Contact
General cargo vessel's pilot ladder not rigged per SOLAS regulations. General cargo vessel's pilot ladder not rigged per SOLAS regulations. Shackles used to secure the ladder.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
General cargo vessel crew member slipped from pilot ladder to the shoreside fracturing leg during cargo loading The vessel undertaking cargo loading operations when a crew member was climbing down a pilot ladder to the shore when they slipped between 1 - 1.5 metres, they were taken to hospital for treatment and diagnosed with a fractured leg.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Yacht taxi had a near miss situation with a small ferry. A water taxi was heading up river and did not see or react to a small passenger ferry. The ferry was restricted in ability to manoeuvre and had to engage astern to miss the taxi.
Incident type: Collision
Pleasure vessel suffered an engine fire which resulted in no injuries. Pleasure craft suffered an engine fire. The vessel extinguished the fire and operated on the other engine. No injuries were reported.
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
Container ship's pilot ladder not rigged per SOLAS regulations. Container ship's pilot ladder not rigged per SOLAS regulations. The pilot ladder was secured with deck tongue and steel bar only.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A bulk carrier had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement. A cement carrier had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement due to the fact that the ladder did not meet SOLAS construction standards. There were no rubber steps at the bottom of the ladder. The master of the vessel was informed and the ladder was removed from service.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Chemical tanker's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Construction did not meet current SOLAS standards. Stanchions are inboard of the railing and gate. Stanchions and railing not suitable as a handhold. Both port and starboard sides are unsafe.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A search and rescue vessel's crew member fell and sustained a back injury. A search and rescue vessel crew member sustained a back injury after falling from their seat during a tasking when the vessel went over a wave. The crew on board immobilised the injured crewmember's back as well as they could. The casualty was experiencing symptoms such as pins and needles down their legs as well as numbness and soreness. The vessel returned to port so that the injured crewmember could receive emergency care. The wind was force 10 at the time. The injured person was not wearing a seat harness at the time due to the fact they had been returning to their seat after manoeuvring the vessel.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Offshore supply vessel's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Offshore supply vessel's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Ladder not secured to strong points on the deck. This was rectified onboard. Yet still not ideal. The stantions were on the outside of the ship. No place for them to be fitted as per requirements
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Both stanchions slide into brackets on deck however have no securing bolt to prevent them from sliding back out.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A search and rescue vessel struck a submerged rock whilst on a training exercise A search and rescue vessel was on a training exercise when the outboard struck a submerged rock. The vessel was able to return and on inspection the propeller was damaged and the skeg had impact damage. No injuries to crew.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
A search and rescue vessel made contact with a carriage on recovery resulting in minor damage A search and rescue (SAR) vessel was returning to shore for a recovery. During the stern recovery onto the carriage, a wave lifted the SAR vessel over the carriage and onto the towbar. The propellers caught in a strop and both engines stopped. The SAR vessel was recovered and returned to the station. No injuries to crew, some minor damage to the vessel and carriage.
Incident type: Contact
Fishing vessel crewmember fell down stairs resulting in a fractured wrist. Fishing vessel crewmember fell down stairs resulting in a fractured wrist. The crew member was landed ashore and taken to hospital for treatment.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Bulk carrier's pilot ladder not rigged per SOLAS regulations. Bulk carrier's pilot ladder not rigged per SOLAS regulations. Secured only using shackles. No ropes with hitches.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Cruise ship passenger tripped and fell over a chair resulting in a fractured shoulder. A cruise ship passenger tripped over a chair in a location between two jacuzzies and fell resulting in an injured shoulder and a cut above the eye. The cut required stitches and an x-ray revealed that the shoulder was fractured. The casualty was landed to a medical facility ashore for further treatment.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Bareboat charter vessel trapped under a bridge resulting in passenger evacuation. Bareboat charter got stuck under a bridge on a rising tide. The passengers on board were evacuated by the company. No injuries/damages reported.
Incident type: Contact
Two passengers sustained injuries on a RIB after it hit a wave. Two passengers in front seats of the RIB sustained injuries after the RIB caught a wave from a passing container vessel. The RIB ride was a sight seeing tour with a usual speed 20-22 knots however, it was reduced when noticed that the three waves were approaching. The casualties were not looking ahead but were distracted by the sightseeing tour which resulted in two falls. Both casualties were taken for further medical assistance. Seating: jockey with a backrest.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Yacht crew member was knocked overboard by a dog. Yachts crew member was topping up an inflatable tender with air when their dog jumped at them in the tender resulting in a person overboard incident. The casualty was not wearing a lifejacket however, passing by yachts assisted the casualty and no injuries were sustained. They were in the water for approximately 20 minutes.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A container vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement. A container vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement because it was secured with shackles.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Capsized dinghy with two people on board resulted in one fatality. A recreational fishing vessel's tender capsized with two people on board. They were both wearing life jackets however, one of the occupants did not have a correctly fitted lifejacket and was lost. Time in water: 45 minutes
Incident type: Capsizing / Listing
Cargo ship used a weighted heaving line resulting in no damage. Cargo ship arrived to port and used a weighted heaving line. No damage was reported.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A general cargo vessel and a products tanker collided. A general cargo vessel made contact with the stern of a product tanker resulting in minor damage to the starboard quarter of the product tanker in the form of dents and small holes above the waterline. The general cargo vessel sustained damage to bulwarks and railings on the port side on the main deck that were bent.
Incident type: Collision
A cruise ship passenger fell in their cabin and fractured their hip. A cruise ship passenger was in their cabin and fell, sustaining a fractured hip. The area was inspected and no defects or damages were found, the deck was in good condition and was not slippery or wet. The vessel was moving moderately at the time.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Cruise ships passenger slipped resulting in closed fracture to the elbow. A cruise ship passenger was walking alone on an open deck, they opened a door to go inside. As they stepped inwards with one foot on the aluminium strip, they slipped, fell forwards and in attempt to reduced the impact from the fall put out both arms, sustaining an elbow fracture.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A work boat's crane winch cable snapped during a lifting operation During operation on the work boat, the crane winch cable experienced a catastrophic failure as it was lifting a load, resulting in the snapping of the winch cable and the load falling back into the water (fish pen). At the time of incident, the skipper was operating the crane, a fish farm worker and the crew member man were on the pen. No injuries were sustained or further damage incurred during the incident. All lifting works stopped immediately and the H&S department were informed of the failure.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A passenger vessel ran aground after leaving a lock The passenger vessel grounded after leaving a lock. The Master put engines full astern, the vessel came free. A second attempt was made but further to starboard and again the vessel grounded. A workboat was deployed to assist and after 2.5 hours the vessel floated and continued passage. There were no reports of pollution, vessel damage or injuries to crew or passengers.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
A tug while towing made contact with a bridge and both vessels were up either side of the abutment A tug and towed barge made contact and ended up either side of a bridge abutment. The force of the tide parted one tow rope, the crew member used the emergency tow release to let go the other. The tug was then able to back up and proceed under the bridge and recover the barge. There was no damage to the tug and minor damage to the bridge abutment and damage to the handrails on the barge.
Incident type: Contact
Cargo vessel's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations A cargo vessel's pilot ladder was not rigged to SOLAS regulations.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A sailing yacht was taking on water caused by a propeller shaft seal that had slipped A sailing yacht started to take on water from a propeller shaft seal that had slipped. The crew radioed for assistance, a search and rescue craft attended and assisted by pumping out the water. The sailing yacht was able to make its way to a pontoon escorted by the search and rescue vessel. There were no injuries or pollution.
Incident type: Flooding / Foundering
Fishing vessel fouled propellor on creel line resulting in being towed back to the marina. Fishing vessel fouled propellor on creel line resulting in being towed back to the marina.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A recreational motor vessel collided with a kayak A recreational motor vessel was proceeding along a river when it collided and ran over a kayak. The kayaker was taken ashore and emergency services were called. The kayaker was treated for minor wounds and taken to hospital for further assessment.
Incident type: Collision
A search and rescue vessel capsized whilst launching resulting in the crew falling into the water A search and rescue (SAR) vessel was launching to go out on exercise, whilst launching the vessel capsized in the surfline. The crew entered the water , no injuries were reported. The vessel was deemed out of service until checks on to assess if the vessel sustained damaged were completed.
Incident type: Capsizing / Listing
Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Ladder rope tails left loose on the deck. Shackles were fitted over the side ropes but not weight bearing. Weight being borne by a step jammed against the fishplate.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A cement carrier used an unsafe heaving line weight A cement carrier used a weighted heaving line that was unsafely weighted and the weight had a piece of metal protruding. There were no injuries or damages.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A cruise ship passenger tripped whilst exiting their bathroom and sustained a fractured ankle. A cruise ship passenger was exiting the bathroom in their cabin when they tripped on the threshold of the door and lost their balance, falling to the floor outside the bathroom. They sustained a fracture to their ankle. They reported that the fall occurred because they did not lift their leg high enough to clear the threshold. The passenger was examined by the ship's doctor. There were no defects found at the scene. The passenger was not medically discharged from the vessel and continued with their cruise despite the fracture.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Lifeboat was on tasking when it struck a rock. Lifeboat was tasking when it struck something under the water - possibly a rock. The only damage was to the gelcoat on the port side hull. No injuries reported.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
Bulk carrier's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Bulk carrier's ladder was not rigged per current SOLAS regulations. Ladder secured only with shackles between the steps.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A cruise ship passenger fell in the bathroom and broke their wrist. A cruise ship passenger fell whilst getting up to use the bathroom in their cabin during the night and sustained a broken wrist. They did not turn on the lights when they got up to use the bathroom and they were not able to recall exactly why they fell. The passenger went to the medical centre the following morning for treatment. They were able and were wearing footwear at the time of the accident. The guest reported that the accident occurred due to lack of attention and not switching on the lights before moving from their bed to the bathroom.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
An inland passenger vessel made contact with a vehicle bridge resulting in passenger injuries An inland passenger vessel was approaching a berth when the vessel aborted and tried to turn away from the berth. In the tidal and weather conditions the vessel could not complete the manoeuvre and the stern of the vessel made contact with a bridge. The vessel then manoeuvred alongside and first aid was administered to the injured passengers. Superficial damages were reported to the passenger cabin.
Incident type: Contact
A dredger experienced steering failure whilst under pilotage. A trailing suction hopper dredger was under pilotage approaching the mouth of a river when the auto pilot steering control failed. The pilot attempted to switch to hand steering at the centre steering position but this also failed. The pilot reduced speed and then switched the control to the port bridge wing controls. This was successful in regaining control of the steering and the vessel continued passage and berthed without further incident. Investigation of the issue on board found that there was a loose wire connection between the control unit and distribution unit of the autopilot. The electrician on board repaired the issue and checked that the other connections were also ok. There were no injuries, damage or pollution.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Fishing vessel crewmember was struck in the head and suffered an injury Fishing vessel crewmember suffered a head injury following a large wave hitting the vessel and causing the casualty to hit their head on the structure of the vessel. A search and rescue helicopter attended the scene along with a nearby vessel. Neither the helicopter or the other vessel were able to extract the injured crewmember so the casualty vessel made its own way to safe haven. The casualty reportedly lost consciousness and the use of their arms and legs temporarily and was off work for 7 days.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Passenger ship reported smoke due to a mechanical issue however no damage/injuries reported. Passenger ship's alarms went off in the bow thruster room. Initial entry by the fire team reported smoke in there however, no fire was reported. On further inspections, it was observed that oil got heater and was emitting smoke from a hot shaft due to a possible bearing failure. No injuries/damage was reported.
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
A cruise ship passenger fell whilst playing a game and fractured their shoulder. A cruise ship passenger was playing sport on board when they fell and sustained a fractured shoulder. They were playing 'pickleball' and fell during an attempt to catch the ball when they lost their balance. The area was inspected and no defects were found and it was well lit.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A container ship had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement. A container vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement due to the fact that it was suspended using a deck tongue.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A cruise ship passenger fell and fractured their upper arm A cruise ship passenger had been in a bar consuming alcoholic beverages for around two hours when they tried to turn and fell down landing on the left arm face down on the deck. The passenger does not remember the details but there was CCTV footage showing the passenger at the bar. A crew member on duty called the medical team who arrived shortly afterwards and took the passenger to the Medical Centre where they were for a fractured left upper arm. The area of the accident was inspected and no defects were noted, therefore no corrective or preventive actions are required.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A passenger vessel crew member put their hand on a flywheel guard plate resulting in a laceration to a finger A ro-pax vessel crew member was cleaning up oil from a leak on forward main engine (running at time) near the fly wheel when they put their fingers around the edge of the guard plate whereupon the moving flywheel made contact and caused a deep cut to the tip of the ring finger on the right hand. First aid was given and later on further medical treatment was required.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A service vessel crew member sustained an eye injury from a corrosive cleaner A service vessel crew member was carrying a routine clean of the galley when a corrosive cleaner got into the crew member's eye. The crew member was medivac'd by helicopter to shore for assessment and treatment at a hospital. The crew member was medically disembarked.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A pilot vessel had a drogue line caught under the hull and could not retrieve it A pilot vessel was carrying out crew training when it was reported that a line from a drogue was caught on the hull approximately midships and could not be retrieved onboard, it was thought that line was caught behind/under the hull anode. The vessel was lifted and the line removed from behind the anode. Vessel returned to service.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A guard vessel crewmember fell over on deck and was medically evacuated due to their injuries. A guard vessel crew member was exiting the galley when they fell onto the deck, due to the movement of the ship, which was rolling in rough seas. They sustained multiple injuries from the fall including an open wound to their head, pain in their arm, neck and chest. The other crew on board provided first aid but the crew member was in a lot of pain and did not want the crew to touch the open wound on their head. The crew stabilised the injured crewmember's head to protect their neck and proceeded back to port. The coast guard initially dispatched a helicopter however it was not needed and once the vessel was back alongside, the injured crew member was extracted ashore and was taken to hospital for further treatment. In hospital they were diagnosed with a broken arm, broken leg, broken neck bone and an open wound on their head.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A bulk carrier's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations A bulk carrier's pilot ladder was not rigged to SOLAS regulations. Accommodation ladder platform only 1 metre above water level.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
An exercise was being conducted by a service ship when a crew member got injured. As part of a service ship's afloat exercise the launch rope for the daughter craft become lose from the capstan allowing the craft to descend freely the last 4-6 ft down the launch ramp into the water. A crew member was tailing and operating the winch, paying out the rope and feeding the line from the storage bin. The line became loose for an unknown reason and allowed a turn to come from the capstan. This allowed the remaining to unravel and the boat to run freely down the launch ramp. At the time of the incident there were no reported injuries however, later in the evening the crew member reported injuries which resulted in them needing surgery in order to reattach the bicep muscle.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Alternator bearing failure on a ro-pax passenger ferry Alternator bearing failure on 12 volt alternator. An inshore ro-pax vessel was alongside when the fire alarm for the engine room was activated and smoke was seen coming through the vents. The three crew on board initiated fire fighting attempts and called for shore assistance. The crew were able to extinguish the fire, which was on the aft main engine alternator, before shore fire fighting crews arrived. The fire crews advised to keep the engine room shut down to ensure that there was no risk of re-ignition. The source of the fire was reported to be from the aft engine alternator bearings failing. There were no injuries or pollution reported.
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
General cargo's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. General cargo's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. On disembarkation it was noted the end of pilot ladder was not secured to a strong point on deck, crew instructed to secure before disembarkation
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A fishing vessel fouled their propeller and were towed back to harbour. A fishing vessel fouled their propeller on a net and were towed to harbour by a search and rescue (SAR) vessel.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Cruise ship crewmember broke their finger while using a cabin door. A cruise ship crewmember was exiting their cabin when they opened the door, stood in the door frame whilst holding the door open with their foot. They placed their fingers on the door frame near the inside edge of the opened door. The crewmember then turned and leaned inside the cabin to check that the lights were turned off. During this process the crew member's foot moved, causing the door to close against their fingers, crushing them between the door and frame causing a fracture to their ring finger. They have been signed off work for three to four weeks and were medically disembarked.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Chemical tanker suffered an engine failure however, no damages. A pilot on a chemical tanker ordered dead slow astern while approaching berth when they received no response. They then completed the swing with the assistance of tugs. While ordering a slow ahead, there was response from the engine. The pilot managed to safely berth the vessel without causing any damages.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A small inshore passenger vessel collided with a moored rib resulting in minor damage. An inshore sightseeing vessel was being manoeuvred by a crew member when the port engine got stuck in reverse gear. The crew member shut the engine down but there was still significant stern way and the transom collided with the starboard beam of a high speed crew transport vessel that was moored near by. There was some damage to the railings of the inshore sightseeing vessel and the inflatable tube on the starboard side of the crew transport vessel was punctured. Repairs were carried out to the puncture shortly after the accident. There was no pollution, injuries or severe damage.
Incident type: Collision
General cargo vessel's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Ladder was not rigged per current SOLAS regulations. The rigging of the pilot ladder was not checked, or the embarkation and/or disembarkation of the pilot was not supervised by a watch keeping deck officer.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A general cargo vessel crewmember fell and injured their ankle. A general cargo vessel crew member was walking on deck when they rolled their ankle and sustained a sprained ankle. The shore side ambulance service was initially called, however the crew of the vessel were able to arrange a taxi to the hospital as the injury was not severe and the crew member was able to walk with some assistance.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A search and rescue vessel grounded on a sand bar and re-floated later with no damage. A search and rescue vessel grounded on a sand bar. The crew disembarked the vessel and waded ashore before returning as the tide was rising to recover the vessel when it re-floated. They were then able to take the vessel back to port without further incident. There were no damages, pollution or injuries.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
A tanker had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement. A chemical tanker had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement due to the fact that it was in poor condition, missing a bottom step and some chocks.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A container vessel crew member was trapped by a mooring line and fractured their ankle. A container vessel crew member was on aft mooring stations when their foot was caught by a mooring line and they sustained a fracture. They were medically disembarked from the vessel.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A fishing vessel fouled its propeller and required a tow A fishing vessel fouled its propeller and deployed an orange smoke. They were towed back to harbour by a search and rescue vessel. No injuries to crew.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Cargo ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations Cargo ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Vessel has pilot ladders on winch reels port and stbd side on upper deck. Access is a step across via shell door but the platform does not extend 75cm outboard for safe footing and also has insufficient stanchions for a safe transition from the ladder. Belting is not cut away the required 6m and is only around 2m. Master very receptive to the issues alongside the ME control concerns.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A cruise ship passenger fell down a set of steps resulting in a fractured arm A cruise ship passenger was walking across a deck and went down two steps where they fell and sustained a fracture to their right upper arm. The passenger stated that they missed the stairs and fell on their arm. The passenger went to medical centre the next day where it was diagnosed that they had sustained the fracture. The area was inspected, the stairs, carpet and lighting were found to be free of defects and in good working order.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A cruise ship passenger tripped and fractured their wrist. A cruise ship passenger was walking towards a toilet when they tripped and fell down a step. When they put their hands out to break their fall, they fractured their wrist. After receiving treatment on board they were deemed healthy enough to remain on the vessel for the rest of their cruise. There were no defects found in the area.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Cruise ship passenger fractured foot after tripping over a lamp. Cruise ship passenger fractured foot after tripping over a lamp. The incident was initially treated as a minor injury until an x-ray revealed 3 broken metatarsal bones.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Crude oil tanker used a weighted heaving line for transfer of pilots bags. Weighted heaving line (Shackle) deployed for pilots embarking for departure. Line confiscated by Pilot Boat.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment