baker-street/maib-incident-reports-5K huggingface dataset:
A weighted heaving line was used from one vessel to another. A weighted heaving line was used from one vessel to another.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A general cargo vessel broke away from the berth and hit other moored vessels. A general cargo vessel was alongside at a Not Always Afloat but Safely Aground (NAABSA) berth when it broke away and damaged other vessels in the harbor. The vessel was trimming as the tide came in and the vessel came off the bottom. Some of the lines broke as the vessel started to float again and the vessel came off the berth. It drifted around the harbor causing damage to 3 private yachts, the tender for a fishing vessel, a local commercial fishing vessel, as well as damaging some of the moorings in the harbor so they were not fit for use. The vessel was returned alongside its original berth. There were no injuries or pollution and there were no people on board the moored vessels which sustained damage.
Incident type: Contact
Cargo Vessel's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations Ladder was not rigged per current SOLAS regulations. 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 general cargo vessel's mooring lines snapped and the vessel drifted During general cargo's discharge of sawn timber at a port, the ship started moving away from the berth. At that time it was low water and the ship was sitting on the bottom. During this movement, 2 ropes broke - one head line and one stern line. No damage to the vessel has been reported.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A sail training vessel experienced a fire in the generator room on the turbo charger. A sail training vessel was on passage under sail when a crewmember was working in the generator room. The crewmember noticed flames coming from the turbocharger of the generator that was running. The crewmember activated the emergency stop and left the space, subsequently activating the manual call point for a fire. The crew on the bridge believed that the alarm and sound of the generator shutting down was a blackout but was informed by the crewmember from the engine room shortly after that it was a fire. The emergency procedures for a fire were implemented and the fire was later reported extinguished with no damage reported. The high temperature alarm for the generator had been changed meaning that the alarm didn't activate when it should have done. Reportedly, if the high temperature limit had not been increased, the high temperature alarm would have activated 16 minutes earlier and there would not have been a fire. The fire was believed to have been caused by the gasket for the oil feed pipe being in poor condition allowing oil vapor to contact the hot turbo charger. Additionally, the bolts holding the turbo charger were so loose that they were not even hand-tight. There were no injuries, damage or pollution arising from the incident.
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
A cruise ship crew member missed a step which resulted in a twisted knee. A cruise ship crew member was going down a staircase when they missed the last step which resulted in a twisted knee. The crew member said that they were grabbing the handrail but in a hurry which was a result of the accident. No defects or deficiencies found.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Ro/Ro passenger vessel crewmember sustained a finger injury while removing a drain plug. A Ro/Ro passenger vessel crewmember was removing a drain plug on the fuel rail in the ‘hotbox' of main engine 2. He used a spanner to do this and was applying a lot of downward force in order to try to loosen the plug. The spanner slipped off the plug and his little finger was caught between the spanner and the engine.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A bulk carrier had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement. A bulk carrier had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement due to the fact that the ladder was secured using shackles, meaning the weight was being held on a single step which is not designed to support the entire weight of the ladder.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Cruise ship's crew member cut themselves while polishing glasses. Cruise ship's crew member was polishing wine glasses when they applied more force than intended and broke the glass. This resulted with an incision wound to the arm. The crew member was signed off for a few days after which they returned back to work.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A cruise ship passenger injured their ankle when getting down from a bar stool. A cruise ship passenger was getting down from a bar stool when they rolled their ankle, sustaining a fracture. The guest had no exiting conditions that contributed to the incident that was reported to be due to lack of attention when getting down from the high bar stool.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Fishing vessel was being towed by other vessel when they made contact after getting caught up in breakwaters one crew member bashed his head on the side of vessel concussion & spinal injury The vessel was being towed by another fishing vessel into a bay area. On approach, VTS warned the vessel there was an ebb tide and was setting to the north. The vessel and towing vessel were too close to the north breakwater, were caught by the tide and contact was made. After contact was made, a member of the crew on the vessel bashed his head on the side of the vessel and was knocked out unconscious for 5 minutes. There was also the suspicion that he may have sustained a suspected spinal injury because of his showing of numbness in his hands and feet. The crew members placed a neck brace on him and he was taken off the vessel by a lifeboat and then transferred onto an ambulance and taken to hospital for further treatment. They suffered minor dents and paint scrapes and also had a survey by MCA who deemed the vessel to be seaworthy and gave them up to 3 months to get dents taken out.
Incident type: Collision
A ro-ro cargo vessel experienced propulsion failure resulting in the vessel going to anchor. A ro-ro cargo vessel was approaching port when they experienced propulsion failure on their main engines. This was due to a leak of oil from the main engine. The vessel's crew originally stopped and drifted whilst they attempted to regain propulsion power, however they eventually went to anchor. It was necessary to carry out clean up and repairs before the vessel was able to berth. The vessel later went alongside under its own power with two tugs assisting in case of further problems. The vessel later departed from the port without issue.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Inland waterway vessel's crew member injured their back while lifting fresh water from the tank. Inland waterway vessel was laid up for the winter maintenance period. The fresh water tank had been emptied and in the process of being moved on shore for repair when two crew members were in the process of lifting the fresh water tank from its fixing. The process required lifting straps to be placed around the tank. Whilst physically lifting the tank to allow the straps to be put in place, one of the crew members injured their back.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Chemical tanker's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Stanchions were 1m apart when they should be 70-80cm apart.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Recreational Craft suffered a fire, resulting in one fatality Recreational Craft suffered a fire, resulting in one fatality
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
Cruise ships passenger lost balance and fell resulting in closed fracture to vertebra. Cruise ships passenger lost balance and fell resulting in closed fracture to vertebra.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Five people fell overboard from recreational craft A recreational vessel with eleven persons onboard. The vessel hit a wave causing the vessel to 'hook' causing five people to go overboard. The vessel recovered all five persons and returned to shore. Emergency services were called and three casualties taken to hospital.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A dive support vessel experienced propulsion failure when there were divers in the water. A dive support vessel experienced propulsion failure whilst there were three divers in the water and began to drift. The crew of the dive vessel issued an urgency message by VHF and a sailing vessel and the local lifeboat service rendered assistance, to recover the divers and tow the vessel to a place of safety. There was no pollution, damage or injuries.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A cruise ship passenger fell in their cabin and fractured their hip. A cruise ship passenger was moving around their cabin in darkness when they fell into the television and the bulkhead. They attempted to steady the television but fell backwards and landed on their hip, sustaining a fracture. The passenger normally used a walking aid, but they were not using it at the time of the accident and the lights in their cabin were also switched off. There were no defects found in the cabin.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A ro-pax vessel was using a piling to assist departure when it collapsed A ro-pax vessel was departing a port, the vessel was undertaking a standard departure manoeuvre that is used in strong onshore winds. Whilst the stern was resting on a dolphin and the bow thrusted off, the dolphin gave way and collapsed into the harbour. No injuries occurred onboard to crew or passengers, and no damage was sustained by the vessel.
Incident type: Contact
A domestic passenger vessel experienced propulsion failure and was towed back to the berth A class V inland passenger vessel suffered propulsion failure whilst mid water. They were towed back to their berth. There were no damages, injuries or pollution reported.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Bulk carrier's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Ladder secured with shackles. Ladder was not rigged per current SOLAS regulations - 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
Passenger/Ro-Ro ship made had marine debris stuck into unit and lost 1 of their propulsions. Passenger/Ro-Ro vessel was departing harbour when vibration was felt coming from the schottel pump jet unit. Multiple attempts were made to clear obstruction by back flushing with no success. This resulted in loss of propulsion. There was propulsion from the other unit but manoeuvrability is limited. The vessel was able to get alongside a pier without any assistance. No injuries and/or other damages reported.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Standby supply vessel's daughter vessel crew member fell overboard A standby vessel's daughter craft was being recovered using the starboard davit. A crew member clipped on the bowline and then proceeded to the cabin top to hook on the single-point lifting wire to the hook on the cabin top. Once hooked on, the light tension system was engaged, which keeps the slack out of the wire. Simultaneously the daughter craft fell into a trough between waves causing a heavy jerk as the wire took the load, this caused the crew member to lose their grip on the ladder on the side of the cabin. The crew member was wearing a safety waist belt that was clipped to the cabin top. As the belt took the load the clip opened and the crew member fell into the water. The daughter was and recovered their crew member. The crew member spent approx. 3 minutes in the water.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Container ship crew member fell overboard whilst passing a rope around the outboard side of a pillar A cargo vessel crew member was attempting to pass a heaving line around the outboard (sea) side of a pillar. The crew member was positioned in an unguarded space between the pillar and a roller fairlead when they lost their balance and fell overboard. The crew realised what had occurred and the alarm was raised immediately. The crew attempted to throw life rings but were unable to get them near to the casualty. They did manage to get a line to them, though. The casualty was able to secure the line around their waist and the crew heaved the casualty out of the water.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A search and rescue vessel made contact with a slipway resulting in minor damage. A search and rescue (SAR) vessel was conducting training when the vessel made contact with the end of a slipway. The contact made the vessel stop and some impact went through the bilge keel aft end. Damage to the vessel above the stainless steel keel shoe and the keel shoe was reported. No further damages or injuries reported.
Incident type: Contact
A recreational motorboat and a sail training dinghy collided, causing the dinghy to strike a navigation mark. A sail training vessel was reaching across a river before tacking to transit past a buoy and reportedly became 'stuck' head to wind. Meanwhile, a motor vessel was transiting down the river and collided with the sailing vessel on its port side, midships. The motor vessel continued pushing the sailing vessel until it collided with a buoy and pinned it there, before going astern. The motor vessel then proceeded on passage without checking for damage or injuries on board the sailing vessel. There were no severe injuries or damage.
Incident type: Collision
Yacht had an electrical issue resulting in minor damage to smoke inverters The vessel had an electrical issue, smoke was seen coming out, all of the electrics were isolated and batteries were turned off. Everyone was safely taken off the vessel and nobody was injured, there was minor damage to some smoke inverters that had melted. No signs of fire were found by the fire service after surveying the vessel and no coastguard assistance was needed.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Cruise ship's passenger tripped and fell sustaining a closed fracture injury. Cruise ship's passenger tripped on the threshold causing them to fall resulting in a closed fracture. No defects were found in the area.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A container vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement. A container vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement due to the loose ladder for the combination pilot ladder arrangement being secured incorrectly using thin rope.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A pelagic trawler crew member suffered amputation of 4 fingers on one hand. A pelagic trawler crew member got their right hand caught in the net resulting in the amputation of four fingers on that hand. The trawler had its nets out at the time of the accident. First aid in the form of pain killers, compression and ice was given to the crewmember whilst the rest of the crew started to recover the nets so that the vessel could proceed closer to shore. Search and rescue helicopter crew extracted the casualty and took them to the shore side hospital. The vessel's crew managed to collect the fingers and keep them on ice in the hope of re-attachment.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A ro-ro cargo vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement. A ro-ro cargo vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement. The weight of the ladder was taken on the spreader and the side ropes were not properly secured. The tripping/retrieval line was also rigged in a way that obstructed the ladder.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A cruise ship production performer injured their knee during a show A cruise ships production performer dislocated their knee during a performance. In describing the accident, the injured person felt they may have bent their leg too much. When back bending their foot would normally point forward and they felt that on this occasion it was slightly off how it would normally be during the show resulting in the leg being bent further. The injured person went to the medical centre for an assessment and treatment.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A sailing vessel suffered propulsion failure and the skipper was injured. A solo sailor was injured and the vessel's sail was damaged. The sail of the vessel was torn and the propeller was fouled by a rope. At the same time, when trying to address an engine issue, the skipper slipped on some oil and fell, sustaining a back injury which meant that they could not move due to the pain and tingling in their limbs. They transmitted a mayday message by VHF and the local lifeboat service attended. The lifeboat crew gave the skipper some pain medication and towed the vessel back to port, where the skipper went to hospital for further treatment.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Passenger ferry near miss with a incorrectly moored RIB. Passenger ferry near miss with a incorrectly moored RIB. Conflicting accounts of a near miss.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
An inland waterways crew member got their finger trapped in a rope While the vessel was attempting to berth at a jetty, a crew member placed a thick mooring rope around a mooring post and in doing so the rope wrapped around their finger tightly and pulled. They were taken off the vessel in order to attend a medical centre and made a return back to vessel the next day.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A sailing vessel and a search and rescue vessel collided during a towing operation. A search and rescue vessel was assisting a sailing vessel that had experienced propulsion failure. Whilst transitioning from a tow to a side tow, the sailing vessel collided with the search and rescue vessel, resulting in damage to the railings of the search and rescue vessel. There were no damages to the sailing vessel, as it struck the other vessel with its anchor. There were no injuries or pollution.
Incident type: Collision
A passenger vessel fouled it's propeller and required towing A passenger vessel with thirteen passengers onboard suffered propulsion failure after the propeller becoming entangled in fishing gear. The crew requested assistance as they were unable to free the vessel. A passenger vessel arrived on scene and all thirteen passengers were transferred and taken to shore. The stricken vessel was assisted by a tug and then towed back to harbour by a search and rescue (SAR) vessel where it was lifted out to free the fouled propeller.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Chemical tanker's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Ladder secured by shackles.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A fishing vessel crewmember sustained a head injury after being hit on the head. A trawler crewmember fell from a height and sustained a head injury. They lost consciousness for a period of time after the fall and continued to struggle to stand up and walk for an extended period of time after the injury. The vessel made its way to a nearby harbor to disembark the crewmember. The local fishers' agent took the crewmember to hospital for treatment. There were no other injuries reported or any damages associated with the fall.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Fishing vessel broke down and required towage, no other damage reported. Fishing vessel required towing back to port due to machinery failure. No other damages reported.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Passenger ship's crew member dislocated their shoulder after slipping on the stairs. Passenger ship's crew member was transiting the stairs to take off the drop chains when they slipped and tried to grab the handrail however, could not hold on and fell down the stairs. The stairway was mildly damp which probably led to the crew member slipping.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Utility vessel crew member stepped and slipped on a ferrule of the tugger during anchor handling resulting in a bruised back and hamstring The crew was prepping for anchor handling, and two crew members decide to pull the tugger wire forward of the ship when the tugger wire is in position for maneuvering on deck. A crew member steps on the ferrule of the tugger, slips, and falls. the task was immediately stopped, the injured person was brought inside the ship and first aid is given.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A cellular containership had a non-SOLAS compliant pilot ladder arrangement. A container ship had a non-SOLAS compliant pilot ladder due to the fact that the tripping line was fitting incorrectly.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
iA search and rescue vessel made contact with a pleasure vessel while bringing it alongside. A search and rescue (SAR) vessel was assisting a pleasure vessel alongside when the pleasure craft sheared to starboard which resulted with the bow sprit catching under the port side of the SAR vessel. It caused the toe rail where the stanchion is fixed to lift from deck. No injuries reported.
Incident type: Collision
Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Pilot ladder spreader had been replaced at some point with notches cut out of spreader.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A general cargo vessel experienced propulsion failure whilst navigating under pilot. A general cargo vessel was departing from port with a pilot on board when the main engine suffered propulsion failure. The crew and pilot used the flood tide and bow thruster to keep the vessel's position in the channel, whilst the engine crew re-started the main engine in local control. The engine control remained in local until the vessel was clear from the river channel and went to anchorage. The vessel crew had the anchor ready for letting go at the time of the propulsion failure but it was not required. There were no injuries, damages or pollution.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
An individual fell from a sailing dinghy resulting in cut to the head. A sailing dinghy crew member fell overboard and suffered a head injury. The crew member was recovered from the water and the vessel recovered and taken ashore to a search and rescue (SAR) station. The crew member was checked by the SAR crew and then taken to hospital for further assessment. w
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A search and rescue vessel was on a training exercise and experienced propulsion failure. A search and rescue vessel was engaged in a training exercise when it experienced propulsion failure due to a faulty gearbox. The vessel was towed back to port by another search and rescue vessel. There were no damages, injuries or pollution.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
MOB from a sailing yacht resulting in no injuries. A person overboard from a sailing yacht holding onto the vessel. They were recovered quickly resulting in no further medical assistance.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. The ladder was in poor condition with loose steps.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A fishing vessel suffered a gear box failure resulting in a tow A fishing vessel experienced a gear box failure. A search and rescue vessel was deployed and towed the vessel back to a harbour.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A recreational motor vessel suffered engine failure resulting in a tow from another vessel A recreational fishing vessel suffered engine failure. Another vessel offered assistance and towed them back to harbour.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Cruise ships passenger tripped resulting in closed fracture to the hip. Cruise ships passenger tripped resulting in closed fracture to the hip.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A replenishment tanker crew member trapped their finger in a closing door A replenishment tanker was at sea, a crew member passed through a manual watertight door. As the crew member went to close the door the vessel rolled, the crew member took the weight of the door but caught their finger in between the handle and door frame. The crew member was transported ashore for further investigation and treatment for a fractured finger.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Bulk carrier's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations Bulk carrier's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations because it was reported to be defective according to pilot boat crew members, then deciding to switch for one on the starboard side of vessel.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Service ship was completing training on shingle banks when they received damage to a propeller and scratches to the outboard skeg. The service ship was completing training in an area that has shingle banks which caused shallow water. This resulted in a grounding, damaging one propeller and causing scratches to the outboard skeg.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations Ladder was not rigged per current SOLAS regulations. Single ladder rigged over the side as required by freeboard however a third of the way up from bottom ladder was fixed to the side of the ship using straps and recessed securing points for combination ladder. This created and obstruction on the main hand holds of the ladder and was also noted after disembarking that a crew member when de rigging it was climbing down and standing on the pilot ladder with only a life jacket while underway, removing the lashings.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A search and rescue vessel struck a submerged object. A search and rescue vessel was tasked to assist initially three people in the water, later identified as one submerged casualty. When the vessel arrived, the Y boat was launched, they approached the scene but could not see any people in the water. As there was no instruction form the shore, the Y boat crew were unsure if it was a casualty rescue or recovery mission. The Y boat approached the slipway and went across the top of the submerged casualty.
Incident type: Contact
Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Ladder secured with deck tongue
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Oil tanker's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Oil tanker's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Vessels ladder unable to be secured to strong point on deck. Ladder was rigged over hand rail. Master has informed his company about this issue already.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A pleasure yacht alongside had an explosion resulting in two injuries. A pleasure yacht was alongside in a marina when an explosion occurred on board. The two crew on board suffered burns, one of them was severely burned on the face, hands and upper body. The shore side emergency services responded and took both casualties to hospital in an ambulance. The marina employees and crew of a search and rescue craft administered first aid to the burned crew at the scene. The local fire service attended and identified the possible cause of the fire as being some tins of aerosol degreaser. The vessel was internally damaged but not severely damaged as the fire was an explosive flash over rather than a long term fire.
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
A recreational sailing craft made contact with another vessel whist manoeuvring resulting in minor damage. A recreational sailing craft made contact with another vessel whist manoeuvring resulting in minor damage. Two sailing vessels were on a closing course in restricted waters. In an attempt to avoid a collision one vessel tacked across the wind, aiming to de-power the sails to avoid the other vessel. During the manoeuvre the port genoa sheet became tangled, allowing the sail to catch the wind and the vessel to move forward. The crew were unable to prevent a collision and the bow made contact with the port aft quarter of the second vessel.
Incident type: Collision
A fishing vessel required a tow after a rope wrapped around the propeller A fishing vessel was fishing when they were unable to go ahead or astern. A rope was seen in the water and brought onboard but the other end was wrapped around the vessel's propeller and unable to be freed. A search and rescue vessel was deployed to tow the vessel to a harbour.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Passenger ship's guest slipped and injured their knee, requiring medical attention A passenger ship's guest was coming outside onto the pool area when they slipped on the wet deck. Passenger fell sideways on their knee to which they received an x-ray and diagnosed it as a fracture of the knee. There were 'wet floor' signs everywhere however the guest was most probably distracted.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
General cargo contacted some of the timber fendering which resulted in minor damage. General cargo was approaching a jetty to make an ebb approach. Whilst the vessel was backing into the lock park, some of the structure rubbed against the timber fendering causing it to slinter off more and damage the vessel on deck. This damage is damage on top of existing damage. No injuries and/or other damages reported.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
General cargo vessel's pilot ladder not rigged per SOLAS regulations. General cargo vessel's pilot ladder not rigged per SOLAS regulations. Ladder secured on deck only with shackles over man ropes.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A search and rescue vessel was conducting training when it made contact with a submerged rock. A search and rescue (SAR) vessel was conducting training when it contacted a submerged rock during an approach to shore. The vessel was able to recover safely and proceed back to the station. There were no injuries however, there was damage to the propeller blades.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Container ship's pilot ladder construction did not meet current SOLAS standards. Loose steps getting progressively worse as they were climbed, chocks not tight to steps. Ladder condition not checked prior to use.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Bulk carrier's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Bulk carrier's ladder was not rigged per current SOLAS regulations. The ladder was secured with shackles.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A fishing vessel crew member was caught in a warp and went overboard Fishing vessel was recovering damaged gear when a crew member stepped into a bight of warps as it was being deployed through the vessels starboard shoulder shooting door. The crew member was lifted from the deck onto the shooting table where they remained for a few seconds. Other crew members attempted to free them from the line before they were shot overboard. The crew member was in the water for a short time when the automatic PFD activated and they were able to clear the bight from their leg. They were then recovered uninjured on the same headline which was being winched inboard.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Cruise ship guest tripped resulting in an injury to the hip. Cruise ship guest tripped resulting in an injury to the hip. Guest was between 2 metal beam structures watching the departure, and as they turned backwards, they tripped on one of the metal beam structure, falling to the floor, injuring there hip.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
General cargo vessel failure of engine coolants and towed The vessel was on passage at the time when it had a main engine cooling fault, tug assistance was requested and was towed to safety into a nearby port where the vessel would also have the issues repaired
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Replenishment vessel lost control however no injuries/damage was reported. Replenishment vessel's crew conducted manual helm checks however, control was lost when transitioning back to autopilot. Equipment limitation appeared to affect the control systems ability to regain control of the ship's steering in the call up mode. This was a result of lack of familiarity with the system. No injuries/damage occurred.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Cruise ship's passenger slipped on step resulting in injuries to the face, wrists, shoulder and knees. A cruise ship passenger was walking across a deck and trying to step up an elevated step. The passenger's right foot slipped causing them to fall forward, hitting their face on the deck. The fall caused an injury to the nose, face, both wrists, shoulder, and knees. The passenger was taken to the medical centre for treatment. The guest was disembarked for medical reasons and transferred to the local hospital. The scene of the accident was later inspected and found in good condition, dry and clean with no defects found.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Dangerously weighted heaving line Dangerously weighted heaving line. Weighted end cut off and replaced with sand bag by crew onboard Craigleith.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Work boats crew member was pushed back by equipment to the floor resulting in back injury Work boats crew member was pushed back by equipment to the floor resulting in back injury. Crew member went to grab the ROV and in doing so was pushed back in the swing. Then lost there footing and got thrown backwards, landing on the base of there back across the bottom of the Capstan pedestal.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Passenger/Ro-Ro vessel, mobile platform fire on car deck resulting in no damage. Passenger/Ro-Ro vessel, mobile platform fire on car deck resulting in no damage. At 0135 whilst the vessel was arriving at Loch Ryan Port, an Able Seaman reported smoke coming from the ship's Mobile elevating work platform (MEWP) stored on the car deck: deck 3, forward. The AB, after raising the alarm, started fighting the fire with a fire extinguisher/rigging hoses for fire teams. Vessel raised alarm, commenced emergency procedures. At 0150 the fire was reported as being extinguished and battery disconnected Belfast Coastguard informed Passengers disembarked from the vessel soon after arrival once safe to do so.
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
A fishing vessel experienced propulsion loss and was towed by a search and rescue vessel. A fishing vessel with two people on board experienced propulsion failure whilst near the shore. A local search and rescue vessel was dispatched and towed the vessel back to port. There were no damages, injuries or pollution.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A general cargo vessel made contact with a quay as it was entering a port A cargo vessel was entering port when it made contact with the quayside. No injuries to crew or pollution. The vessel has sustained a slight indent to the flair of the bow. Class has been informed as well as the Swedish Accident Investigation Authority and PSC inspectors.
Incident type: Contact
A recreational motor vessel started taking on water with two crew recovered from the water A recreational motor vessel with two crew onboard starting taking on water. A nearby work boat attended, recovered the crew from the water and took them ashore. Another vessel recovered the stricken the motor vessel. No injuries to crew.
Incident type: Flooding / Foundering
A sailing yacht ran aground, whilst being escorted smoke was see coming from the engine A sailing yacht grounded on a mud bank, a search and rescue (SAR) vessel was tasked as there was concern for the two crew onboard that the vessel could list on the falling tide. The SAR vessel was unable to tow the vessel but positioned the vessel to stay balanced until the vessel could refloat on the flood tide, the crew remained onboard. The SAR vessel returned later to check the yacht had refloated and while escorting the yacht to a marina, smoke was seen coming from the engine. The yacht was brought alongside and met by the fire service who confirmed the yacht was safe. No fire on board - only cooling water overheating.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
A search and rescue vessel briefly grounded in a river resulting in minor damage A search and rescue (SAR) vessel was proceeding up a river with the engine in shallow drive due to water depth. The propeller consequently made contact with the river bed resulting in the engine to kick up. There was damage to the propeller but no loss of propulsion. Once ashore the propeller was replaced. No injuries to crew. Reported by phone - RNLI HQ. Waiting for ARF to be sent.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
A trailing suction hopper dredger almost grounded whilst departing from a berth. A trailing hopper suction dredger had a problem with the discharge gear meaning that they needed to leave the berth in a hurry, to avoid grounding. The port mobilized a pilot and departure proceedings as quickly as they could and the vessel was able to depart early and without touching the bottom. There were no damages, injuries or pollution.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Fishing vessel suffered an engine failure which resulted in SAR intervention A fishing vessel suffered an engine failure at the entrance of a port. They requested assistance therefore, the vessel was towed back to shore and the crew members were brought back to safety.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Fishing vessel was taking on water which resulted in no injury & no further damages. Fishing vessel started taking in water however, they managed to get escorted into a harbour by another fishing vessel. They had 2 automatic pumps on and 5 crew members. There were no other injuries / damages reported.
Incident type: Flooding / Foundering
Cargo ship was departing the vessel astern when another floating establishment's stern line parted. A cargo ship was due to depart its berth under pilotage. As the vessel manoeuvred off the berth, the wash generated caused an unmanned historic vessel to break free from one of its moorings. The historic vessel was recovered by the shoreside personnel and there were no further incidents. There was no damage beyond a broken mooring line and no injuries.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Cruise ship crewmember injured their ankle after falling from a bunkbed ladder. A cruise ship crewmember was arranging upper bunkbed sheeting when they missed a step on the ladder and fell to the floor resulting in a overextension of the right ankle which kept the crewman off work for over 72 hours.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A bulk carrier had a non-SOLAS compliant pilot ladder arrangement. A bulk carrier had a non-SOLAS compliant pilot ladder arrangement as the ladder was in poor condition. The chocks were loose and there were numerous home-made repairs thoroughout the ladder. The vessel replaced the ladder with a new one shortly after the issue was raised with the crew.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Cargo vessel's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Cargo vessel's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Side ropes secured directly by shackle with no secondary line.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A ro-pax vessel experienced a fire caused by a turbo engine failure The vessel's engine turbo disintegrated, the fire alarm sounded indicating fire. The fire was extinguished.
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
A cruise ship crew member dislocated their shoulder while on duty The crew member was moving a case of drinks cans when they felt pain in their right shoulder. The crew member remained on shift but in a supervising role. While on a break they visited the medical centre and diagnosed with a dislocation in the right shoulder. The crew member will be medically disembarked at the next port. The area was inspected, no defects were found and the area was well lit with no hazards or obstructions.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations A container ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Ropes used to secure ladder poor condition. Numerous ladder steps loose.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Cruise ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Cruise ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Tripping line incorrect - crew informed
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A fishing vessel was drifting in a shipping lane after suffering engine failure A fishing vessel suffered engine failure and was drifting in a shipping lane. The skipper broadcast a Pan Pan and a search and rescue (SAR) vessel was tasked to assist. The fishing vessel was towed back to shore.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A container vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement. A container vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement due to the fact that the ladder secured with bar and weight of spreader against stanchions. This arrangement was obscured by deck platform which was lifted to allow inspection upon pilot request.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A cruise ship passenger slipped whilst descending the stairs and fractured their knee. A cruise ship passenger was descending a staircase in an indoor passenger area when they slipped and sustained a fractured patella on their left leg. They sought immediate medical assistance on board the vessel and reported to the medical center. They medically disembarked the vessel. All the steps on the stair case were inspected and were found to be in good condition.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Pilot vessel and a passenger ferry collided resulting in no injuries. A collision occurred between a pilot vessel and a passenger vessel. PV was preparing to leave berth and paused when they noticed the passenger vessel which was secured alongside behind. Passenger vessel sounded 3 short blasts to indicate that it was engaging astern propulsion. PV crew checked and began manoeuvring to slip lines forward and then move astern to clear its berth. Once the PV slipped its lines, it started moving astern when the passenger vessel started moving ahead without a warning. Passenger vessels port bow made contact with the starboard side of the stern rail resulting in superficial damage to the platform.
Incident type: Collision
A cruise ship passenger fell whilst walking down a set of steps and fractured their ankle. A cruise ship passenger was descending a staircase inside the accommodation when they missed a step and twisted their left ankle, resulting in a fracture. The location was inspected and found to be well lit with artificial, overhead lighting. No defects, deficiencies or contributory factors were identified post-accident. The vessel had its stabilizer fins deployed at the time of the accident.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A cruise ship had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement A cruise ship had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement due to the fact that there were no stanchions available at the top of the ladder.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Ro/Ro cargo vessel's pilot ladder not rigged per SOLAS regulations. Ro/Ro cargo vessel's pilot ladder not rigged per SOLAS regulations. The ladder was on choke shackles and weight also on spreader against stanchions. The bosun requested to remedy before use, which was done without hesitation. The pilot requested he inform the Master.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A bulk carrier had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement. A bulk carrier had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement due to the fact that they rigged a damaged pilot ladder. The pilot delayed boarding until the vessel rigged a different pilot ladder. The pilot boarded considering that the second ladder looked ok, however at the top, they realised that the ladder was rigged incorrectly.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Line boat crew member injured wrist resulting in closed fracture Line boat crew member injured wrist resulting in closed fracture. Due to the line boat moving in the swell the IP lost his balance and put his arm out to steady himself this resulted in him jarring his hand on the bulkhead.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Inland waterways passenger vessels lost propulsion. Inland waterways passenger vessels lost propulsion.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A service vessel suffered steering and engine failure but was able to return to port A crew supply vessel was on passage when it suffered steering failure along with one engine failure. The vessel was able to return to port on the second engine where a fishing vessel towed and assisted the vessel into port for repairs.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A cruise ship crew member was injured when a frozen turkey fell on their toe. A cruise ship crew member was working in the galley area when they tried to move a trolly that had frozen turkeys on it. One of the turkeys, which weighed 2.6kg, fell from the trolly onto their toe causing a contusion. After receiving medical treatment on board, the crew member was signed off work for 7 days. The crew member was not wearing safety shoes at the time of the incident.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A tanker experienced a blackout when manoeuvring in a lock. A tanker was manoeuvring in a lock when it experienced a black out and came close to the knuckle of the quay (approximately 2m) but did not strike it. The situation was brought under control and a tug assisted the vessel to the berth. The vessel carried out repairs and departed without further issues.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
An offshore supply vessel had a non-SOLAS compliant pilot ladder arrangement. An offshore support vessel had a pilot ladder arrangement that was potentially non-SOLAS compliant as the ladder was not able to lie flat against the hull for its full length. There were two areas available for the pilot ladder to be rigged, and the location further forward on the hull is where the flare of the bow begins so at the lower portion of the ladder, it is not flat against the hull. This arrangement is approved by SOLAS and class for the specific vessel, however the pilot raised issue with it because the ladder should have been flat against the hull for the full length. The ladder was rigged in the position further back. However, this position is not always suitable for the rigging of the pilot ladder in poor weather as it requires crew to use the crane to rig it and stand in an unprotected area. There were no injuries, damages or pollution. The pilot recommended to the vessel to permanently rig the ladder in the further aft pilot ladder location.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A cabin cruiser was taking on water and sank, the two crew were rescued by lifeboat. A cabin cruiser was on a coastal journey from one port to another when it became 'overwhelmed' by water. The bilge pump on board the vessel was not working. The two crew on board called for assistance and the local lifeboat service attended and rescued the two crew. They were not able to board the vessel or set up a tow because it was already close to sinking and sank five minutes after the two crew were rescued. They were taken to a nearby port where they disembarked. They were reported to be in good spirits and uninjured.
Incident type: Flooding / Foundering
A fishing vessel making way collided with another fishing vessel resulting in minor damage. A fishing vessel was making way when it collided with another fishing vessel that was hauling pots. The crew member at the helm had fallen asleep with the other crew member asleep below deck. The fishing vessel that was hit sustained damage where there was water ingress, however it was controlled and the vessel was able to make its way to port. The second fishing vessel only sustained paint damage.
Incident type: Collision
Yacht crew member hit to head by boom resulting in injury A male crew member was knocked out during a tack, he was hit on the head by the boom resulting in him becoming unconscious for 30 seconds. The crew member became awoken and was sitting. No open wounds were found, and he was hit on the forehead. He didn't respond at all and there was no sign of deformation on his head. He was taken via ambulance to a hospital for further care.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A cruise ship passenger fractured their ankle after tripping. A cruise ship passenger was walking through a door way from an exterior deck area into a restaurant area when they tripped over the threshold. They twisted their right ankle, sustaining a fracture. The guest stated that they had not consumed alcohol prior to the accident. The crew investigated the area and no apparent defects were noted and a sign alerting passengers to 'watch your step' was in place at the time of the accident.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)