baker-street/maib-incident-reports-5K huggingface dataset:
Gen cargo vessel crew member entered accommodation steps fell over fracturing & dislocating elbow A crew member entered the accommodation when they miscalculated their steps and fell, injuring their left elbow. They were immediately taken to the nearby hospital where doctors declared that they had a dislocated elbow and also a fracture.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A sailing vessel skipper fell and sustained a head wound and was medically evacuated. A skipper of a sailing vessel fell and sustained a head injury resulting in swelling and unconsciousness. The casualty was going in and out of consciousness and also vomiting. They were extracted ashore by search and rescue teams and given medical aid in hospital.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A charter fishing vessel experienced engine failure resulting in a tow A charter fishing vessel with eleven people onboard experienced engine failure. The vessel was towed to harbour.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A sail training vessel went aground during a training operation. A sail training vessel trainee was helming the vessel whilst the instructor was below deck with another trainee. The trainee on the helm had been given a course to steer however they reportedly did not calculate the affect of the tide correctly and ended up running aground. The vessel crew were able to free the vessel shortly after and continue on passage. The instructor was distracted by teaching another trainee and was not monitoring what the trainee on the helm was doing. No damage was sustained to the vessel.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
A cruise ship passenger slipped resulting in a fracture to their foot A cruise ship passenger getting off the elevator when their right foot slipped from their sandal, twisting the right ankle resulting in the passenger falling sideways and hitting the right knee on the floor. The medical team were called transported the passenger to the medical centre in a wheelchair. The passenger was treated for a fractured foot and cut to the knee. The passenger remained onboard. The area was inspected for defects.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A cruise ship passenger slipped on a wet floor and sustained a dislocated shoulder A cruise ship passenger was walking across the swimming pool area, when they slipped on the wet floor, lost balance, and fell forward, landing on the left arm. This passenger went to the medical centre where they were treated for a dislocation to the left shoulder. The passenger remained onboard. The wet floor caused by water from pool users was the primary contributing factor to the incident. While signage indicating a wet floor was present, it appears it was insufficient to prevent the fall.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Small passenger vessel lost engine while approaching berth and was assisted in getting safely alongside. A small passenger vessel lost engine while approaching berth and was assisted in getting safely alongside due to the wind conditions. There were no injuries or damage to the vessel.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A cruise ship passenger slipped whilst walking and sprained their shoulder. A cruise ship passenger was walking in a restaurant area during the morning when they lost their footing causing their left leg to slip out from under them. As they fell towards the deck, they attempted to use their left arm to break their fall and sustained a sprained shoulder. The area was made from teak and there were some areas of dampness due to the pool being nearby. There were 'wet floor' warning signs in place and there were no damages or defects. The passenger was wearing flipflops at the time of the incident. They received medical care onboard including x-rays and soft tissue scans. There were no fractures.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A crew transfer vessel made contact with a turbine which resulted in minor damage to vessel. A crew transfer vessel manoeuvred away from a turbine against the wind when it started to drift. The vessel was getting closer to the turbine and the stern portside platform made contact with it. No damage to the turbine reported however, slight damage was reported to the fender bar above the water jets.
Incident type: Contact
A pilot vessel was servicing a dredger when they made contact While the pilot vessel was servicing a motor hopper, the pilot launch fender caught the deck edge in the light swell resulting in metal on metal contact. No damage was reported to the dredger however, the pilot vessel sustained paint damage and indentation of hull place. No injuries.
Incident type: Collision
Crude oil tanker's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Construction did not meet current SOLAS standards. During a routine inspection supervisor cracks were noted on lower rubber steps. Both of the in service ladders were condemned and the vessel's spare ladder put in service.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Cruise ship crew member coming out carrying one meat bag of stacked steel pallets and accidently hit their leg against the corner of a pallet sustaining a left leg abrasion. Cruise ship's crew member was working inside the deck port side frozen meat room. While coming out carrying one meat bag on their left shoulder they did not notice a group of stacked steel pallets and accidently hit their left leg against the corner of a pallet sustaining a left leg abrasion. They requested medical care and were declared unfit for duty.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A fish farm transfer vessel passenger was injured after the vessel went over a rogue wave. A fish farm personnel transfer vessel was outbound to a fish farm when they rounded a headland. The sea state was initially calm but as they rounded the headland a rogue wave struck the vessel causing the crew and passengers to be caught off guard. One passenger, a contractor, suffered a head injury causing them to fall unconscious for 90-120 seconds approximately. First aid was administered by the crew of the transfer vessel and the contractor was taken to hospital for further treatment. All occupants of the vessel had been briefed before the voyage and contractors and crew were briefed again following the incident about unexpected sea state changes.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Pilot boat suffered a starboard engine fire which resulted in loss of power and towed back to harbour The vessel was returning to harbour when the temperature alarm activated. Smoke was coming out of the exhaust and intake vents, the intake and exhaust vents were closed and the fuel supply shut off. The onboard fixed firefighting system was activated. Two police vessels assisted with towing the vessel back with two tugs in assistance if required. Once alongside the fire service took over and boarded the vessel to assess. There were no injuries or pollution reported.
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
A container vessel made contact with the quay whilst entering a lock. A container vessel made contact with the knuckle of a lock entrance whilst departing form port. The quay sustained minor damage in the form of cracks to the concrete. There were no injuries or pollution reported and no damage to the vessel reported.
Incident type: Contact
A dive support vessel crew member dislocated their shoulder while they were on deck A dive support vessel crew member dislocated their shoulder when they attached a cargo net to a deck crane hook. The crewmember departed the vessel to attend a local hospital and have the shoulder relocated.
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. The ladder did not feel of the usual quality. Steps were very narrow which made holding the rope very difficult. Rope had lots of stretch in it.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Ro-Pax main engine fire resulting returning to port as repairs were unsuccessful. Ro-Pax main engine fire resulting returning to port as repairs were unsuccessful.
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
A kayaker was capsized by the wash from a service vessel heading into harbour A group of seven kayakers were out paddling, the group split into a group of four and a group of three. An offshore supply vessel was on an approach to a harbour, the vessel passed the group of three and the wash from the vessel capsized one of the kayakers. The kayaker was quickly recovered back into the kayak, they notified the harbour master of the capsize and that they didn't require any assistance. The group continued on to their destination. No injuries to persons or damage to the kayak.
Incident type: Collision
Fishing vessel became stuck on a potting line and was freed by lifeboat and escorted back to the marina. Fishing vessel became stuck on a potting line and was freed by lifeboat and escorted back to the marina. There was no damage to the vessel or injuries sustained.
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 with shackles over man ropes.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Recreational craft crew member fell and hit their head A crew member on board a recreational craft, in a marina, fell and hit their head. As a result, they were knocked unconscious and suffered a cut to the head. Paramedics attended and tended to the injuries. The injured party remained on board and did not need to go to hospital.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Motor cruiser suffered an engine fire and were towed. A motor cruiser suffered an engine fire and called a mayday. CRT and lifeboat assets were tasked. The vessel was towed to harbour where it was met by CRT and FRS who confirmed that the fire had been extinguished. No persons were injured.
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
Cruise ship suffered a fire on a guest balcony which was quickly extinguished. A cruise ship was underway when a fire was reported on a guest balcony. Emergency teams were dispatched and the fire was confirmed as extinguished twenty six minutes later. There were no injuries and the cause of is yet to be identified. The glass of the balcony door and the outer glass of the balcony handrail collapsed.
Incident type: Fire / Explosion
Ro/Ro vessel passenger fell from loading ramp walkway into water that covered the slipway. A passenger, who was suspected of being under the influence of alcohol, was embarking a Ro/Ro passenger vessel when they fell from the loading ramp into the water that covered the slipway. They became fully submerged in two feet of water and lay on the slipway momentarily before being recovered by two members of crew. The passenger refused to give their details and would not be treated by pier staff at the end of the journey and walked home.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Cruise ship's passenger tripped on the stairs and sustained a closed fracture. A cruise ship passenger was descending the staircase when they tripped and landed on their left side; their left foot twisted as they fell. The passenger was treated for a fracture to the left ankle. The area was inspected and no obvious defects were found, the area was well lit by artificial light.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Yacht crew member caught their finger in the capstan resulting in a serious injury. Crew member on a yacht caught their middle finger in the capstan and the top is hanging off. The casualty managed to bandage it and return back to port for further medical assistance.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A pleasure vessel sank whilst the vessel was alongside with one person on board. A wooden recreational motor vessel sprung a leak whilst it was moored alongside and began to progressively flood before foundering. The single crewmember who was inside the cabin sleeping at the time, was initially trapped but managed to make their way out to the wheelhouse roof and was rescued. They suffered the effects of hypothermia due to the night time air and the cold water but they were not severely injured. The boat was reportedly in poor condition and the leak was potentially due to hull failure or failure of a seacock. The vessel was considered a constructive total loss.
Incident type: Flooding / Foundering
A cruise ship dancer sprained their ankle during a rehearsal. A cruise ship stage crew were carrying out a rehearsal for a show when one crew member stepped near another crew member, causing them to roll and fracture their ankle. The incident was attributed to the fact that multiple activities were going on at the same time. I.E. there were props being moved around the stage at the same time that stage performers were practicing.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Chemical tanker's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Chemical tanker's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Securing ropes were not as strong as the side ropes.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Hopper dredger used a dangerously weighted heaving line resulting in no damage. Hopper dredger used a dangerously weighted heaving line resulting in no damage/injuries.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Inland waterway vessel's mooring lines broke resulting in minor vessel damage Inland waterway vessel's mooring lines broke due to a strong wind. Checks were attempted on the lines. The boat drifted onto the walkway which resulted in a damaged walkway. The crew managed to start the engine and move the boat to a safer spot. On further inspection of the damage, it was noticed that the snapped mooring lines were entangled around the handrails of the fallen walkway and grating from the walkway had landed on the deck of the line boat. There was no serious damage however damage to railings, windows and roll cage was reported.
Incident type: Contact
An offshore support vessel and a creel vessel had a close quarters situation and the support vessel grounded An offshore support vessel grounded after being in a close quarters situation with a potting (creel) vessel. The offshore support vessel was outbound from a port when there was an emerging risk of collision with a potting vessel. The offshore support vessel had to take evasive action, however whilst doing so they strayed into shallow water and grounded. The vessel returned to port where they had a survey by divers as there was suspected damage to two ballast tanks. There were no injuries or pollution.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
A cruise ship passenger fell and fractured their shoulder The cruise ship was alongside when the passenger was leaving the dining area. Their right foot slipped, causing them to fall forward onto the right side of their body, injuring their face and shoulder. The passenger was transferred to the medical centre. The passenger was medically disembarked and taken to a local hospital and treated for a fractured shoulder. The area where the passenger fell was inspected for any damage that may have caused the fall but there were no defects.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A cruise ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations A cruise ship's pilot ladder was not rigged to SOLAS regulations. New ladder secured by long tails wrapped around steps. No securing of the side ropes. Whole area cluttered with ropes and spare ladder. No nav officer in attendance.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
SAR craft struck unseen reef/rock resulting in damage to the propeller and skeg A search and rescue (SAR) vessel struck an unseen reef/rock resulting in damage to the propeller and skeg. Whilst transiting across a bay, the outboard struck an unseen reef/rock. The propeller was damaged and the skeg snapped/deformed.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
A container ship used a dangerously weighted heaving line A container ship used a dangerously weighted heaving line
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Fishing vessel fouled its propeller and was towed back to safety. Fishing vessel fouled prop resulting in towing back to safety.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A container ship was entering a lock and made contact with a lock gate A container ship under tow bow and stern was entering a lock when the vessels bow port side made contact with the outer lock gate. Damage to the vessel is unknown. Damage to wooden fenders on lock gate.
Incident type: Contact
Sailing vessel suffered damage resulting in being towed to safety by SAR. Sailing vessel suffered damage to the main sail in rough weather conditions resulting in being towed to safety by SAR.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A recreational motor vessel suffered engine failure and required assistance A recreational motor vessel with two crew onboard suffered engine failure. A Mayday was issued by the crew, a search and rescue (SAR) vessel was tasked to the scene to assist due to distance from shore and nightfall approaching. The crew were able to restart the engine and slowly started making way where they were met by the SAR vessel who then took the vessel under tow back to shore.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A search and rescue vessel made contact with a cruise ship pontoon whilst evacuating an ill passenger. A search and rescue vessel collided with a cruise ship whilst performing an emergency disembarkation of an unwell passenger from the cruise ship. The cruise ship was undamaged. The search and rescue vessel sustained minor damage to the gel coating. The search and rescue vessel was alongside the cruise ship's boarding pontoon at the time. The search and rescue vessel was longer than the boarding pontoon of the cruise ship. Additional fenders were reportedly suggested as a way to prevent re-occurence in the future. There were no injuries, pollution or significant damages.
Incident type: Collision
Two sailing vessels collided which resulted in superficial damage. One sailing vessel was on a mooring when a second sailing vessel collided with them and left the scene. The vessel on a mooring reported only superficial damage. No injuries reported.
Incident type: Collision
General cargo vessel's pilot ladder not rigged per SOLAS regulations. General cargo vessel's pilot ladder not rigged per SOLAS regulations. Ladder was secured to the deck by shackles and not by suitable rope. No suitable handholds, handholds were more than 800mm apart and situated outside the gap in the handrail stanchions. Master was advised and shown then issue, very responsive and plan in place to rectify.
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. Bottom half of the accommodation ladder was distorted.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A cruise ship passenger slipped and fell and fractured their wrist. A cruise ship passenger slipped and fell and fractured their wrist whilst walking across a pool area resulting in a fractured arm.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
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 pilot ladder was in poor condition and the side ropes were observed to be frayed in at least three places.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Cruise ship passenger jumped into the swimming pool resulting in a fractured ankle A cruise ship passenger had entered a pool without using a ladder despite a sign instructing them to do so and hit the bottom of the pool which resulted in a fracture of their right ankle.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A search and rescue vessel and the launch trailer were dragged away by the tide. A search and rescue vessel was being launched for a training exercise with the assistance of a tractor and trailer. The tractor was moving backwards on the slipway into the water with the trailer and the boat behind it. The driver of the tractor reportedly misjudged where the trailer was in relation to the submerged edge of the slipway and the trailer dropped over the edge. The trailer and boat were reportedly also influenced by the strong current in the area. The boat drifted down stream because the engine was not started yet but was able to self recover without issue. The trailer was recovered at low tide using a crane. There were no injuries, pollution or damage.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A ro-ro vessel made contact with a shore structure whilst transiting a lock. A ro-ro vessel was in a lock departing from port when the port shoulder made contact with a shore structure. The vessel proceeded with departure following the incident. The incident reportedly occurred due to the crew member on the bridge mistakenly operating the stern thruster when they meant to operate the bow thruster, causing the vessel to move towards the shore. There was no significant damage, just some paint scratches.
Incident type: Contact
Pilot vessel made contact with cargo vessel resulting in damage to pilot vessel and pilot being sent to hospital for shock. Pilot vessel made contact with cargo vessel resulting in damage to pilot vessel and pilot being sent to hospital for shock.
Incident type: Collision
A ro-pax vessel engine room crane failed causing an engine part to fall. A to-pax vessel crew were using an engine room motorised lifting appliance when the appliance failed, causing the item being lifted as well as part of the crane to fall. There were no injuries but the crane and the item being lifted were damaged.
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. Ladder incorrectly rigged - not hanging vertically so steps not horizontal. Accommodation ladder not secured to ships side. Pilot Ladder not attached to ships side 1.5m above accommodation ladder. Upon boarding it was further discovered that the pilot ladder was hanging from ships hand railings, and not secured to a deck strong point. In summary - 4 defects presenting hazards to pilot embarkation.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A chemical/products tanker had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement. A chemical/products tanker had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement because the winch reel for the ladder was not secured.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A general cargo vessel struck a ladder on the quay whilst berthing A general cargo vessel was manoeuvring close to the quay to enter the lock with the pilot on board when the vessel's hull struck one of the metal ladders on the quay. This resulted in the ladder being damaged and the vessel's bow being damaged. The vessel sustained a puncture above the water line. There were no injuries or pollution.
Incident type: Contact
A ro-pax vessel crew member was injured during stores loading operations. A ro-pax vessel crew was loading stores from a lorry that was parked on board in the vehicle decks. The stores were in wheeled trollies that the crew used to move the stores to and from the lorry. The lorry was fitted with a rear lifting platform and whilst loading the empty trollies back onto the lorry, the driver pulled one of the trollies causing another trolley to roll off the lifting platform. The trolley struck a crew member who sustained superficial wounds requiring them to be off work for 7 days. The safety barriers were not in place on the lifting platform of the lorry and the foot pedal break had not been applied to the trolley that rolled away and hit the crew member. There was no damage or pollution.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Ro-ro cargo vessel damaged its pilot door whilst berthing The ro-ro cargo vessel had entered a lock, when it rubbed along an ACL fender and the fender was at the same height as the pilot door, which wasn't protected in the end by the vessel's belting. The pressure of the fender caused the pilot door to be set in by 15cm and the middle and lower door links to bend. The crewmembers managed to repair the damage and the vessel departed as planned bound for a different port.
Incident type: Contact
Cruise ships passenger tripped down some stairs resulting in internal injuries. Cruise ships passenger tripped down some stairs resulting in internal injuries. Passenger tripped down the last few steps landing on there upper back and left arm, passenger evacuated to hospital.
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. Trapdoor combination system utilised. Side ropes do not extend high enough above the platform requiring pilots to step up when transferring from Ladder to platform. The fastening for the ladder is possibly over 1.5m above the platform, however due to the fastening/splices used to secure the ladder the entire 1.5m is not easily used as a handhold.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A bulk carrier's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations A bulk carrier's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Retrieval line was rigged, leading aft and way too long, hanging down level with the lowest steps. On request, the retrieval line was lifted clear before boarding. Additionally, the lower platform of the combination ladder was not horizontal.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Dredger pilot ladder was not rigged per current SOLAS regulations Ladder was not rigged per current SOLAS regulations because an incorrect knot was used to attach the ladder (a figure of eight knot).
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A cruise ship passenger fell and fractured their ribs. A cruise ship passenger was getting ready for bed in their cabin when they over balanced and struck the side of the bed. They sustained fractured ribs.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A cruise ship passenger was injured when their bathroom door struck them. A cruise ship passenger was standing in the bathroom of their cabin near the bathroom door when the door moved and struck their left torso, causing a fractured rib. The incident was reportedly due to the movement of the vessel.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A search and rescue vessel suffered water ingress in the engine room due to a seal failing. A search and rescue (SAR) vessel was being stood down from service when the bilge alarm sounded. There was water ingress in the engine room. Emergency salvage pumps were used to support the bilge pump in clearing the water ingress while the vessel made it's way back to the station. No injuries to any persons reported.
Incident type: Flooding / Foundering
Cruise ship passenger played table tennis when attempting to catch a ball accidentally lost their balance and fell on the right side injuring right hip A cruise ship passenger was playing table tennis when in an attempt to catch a ball they accidentally lost their balance and fell on their right side injuring themself. They were helped by the ship's crew who promptly called to alert the medical centre. The injured passenger was disembarked at the port, taken to a local hospital, and was diagnosed with a fractured right hip.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Inland passenger ship made contact with a jetty after being lifted by a wave resulting in no significant damage. Inland passenger vessel was berthing whilst the rubbing-strake was in contact with a jetty. A wave lifted the vessel and it sat on the jetty however, it dropped back on the wave and no significant damages were reported. The passengers did not realise an incident has happened and the damage occurred to a limited section of belting and forward mooring equipment.
Incident type: Contact
Cruise ship's tripped and sustained a fractured rib. Cruise ship's passenger tripped on the threshold and in order to avoid hitting their head, they tried to turn which resulted in a fractured rib. No defects found in the area.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A cruise ship passenger fell down some stairs. A cruise ship passenger was near the top of a stair case when they leant over to place an empty glass on the side. They didn't notice that they were near the top of the staircase and missed the step, causing them to fall down the staircase and sustain a fractured shoulder. The area was inspected by the crew and no defects or damages were found.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Tanker ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Tanker ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. The ladder was secured using a deck tongue. The accommodation ladder was not adequately secured initially, until another magnet was found.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Offshore vessel's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations Service vessel's pilot ladder was not rigged to SOLAS regulations. The pilot ladder was not securely rigged on the deck. The ladder securing was approx 30cm outboard of the shear strake only, with the remaining ladder above this laying loose on deck and not secured so if anyone had reached for this as a hand hold before getting hold of a stanchion, the remaining ladder and pilot would have gone over the side.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A cruise ship experienced a short circuit in a control board whilst testing A cruise ship crew member was preparing to start testing a refrigeration compressor. Upon initiating the unit, the main contactor in the control board experienced a short circuit with smoke observed coming from the board activating the smoke detectors. The power to the compressor control unit was isolated. No fire detected and the smoke which had originated from the short circuit had dissipated. The investigation following the incident is currently ongoing, more details will be available once the investigation is complete.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Fishing fouled prop and starting drifting resulting in towing back to berth. Fishing fouled prop and starting drifting resulting in towing back to berth.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A cruise ship passenger fell down two steps and fractured their arm. A cruise ship passenger fell on the bottom two steps of a staircase and landed on their shoulder before rolling onto their chest. They sustained a fractured humerus and a dislocated shoulder. The area was inspected and there were no defects found and it was well lit. The steps were made from marble. The passenger remained on board and went to a specialist in the next port for further treatment.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A ro-pax vessel suffered a hydraulic oil spill incident after a hydraulic hose had split A ro-pax vessel was laid-up and moored alongside a quay. During a planned maintenance test on the hydraulic system, it was noticed that the starboard outer water jet [SOWJ] was not performing as required and a small leak was discovered. The hydraulic system was immediately stopped, isolated and a new hose prepared to exchange the next morning. When the crew arrived in the morning a small amount of hydraulic oil was noticed on the water surface and it was found that the SOWJ hydraulic hose had split, and hydraulic oil had leaked out. Approximately 10 litres of hydraulic oil spilled into the water. The vessel's pollution response was activated and the port informed.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Cruise ship crewmember suffered a sprained back while lifting a crate. A cruise ship crewmember suffered a sprained back while lifting a crate of cutlery. The crewmember was unable to continue their duties and was later medically disembarked.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A tug vessel suffered a main engine failure and returned to berth for repair. A tug suffered a starboard main engine failure and was returned to berth for analysis and repair. There were no injuries or damage to the tug. It is excepted the tug will shortly re-join service after further investigation.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Oil tanker's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Construction did not meet current SOLAS standards. There was a report regarding belting. This problem has attempted to be resolved by adding magnets but the belting has not been removed.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Report of loss of containment. A loss of containment was reported to have come from a tanker moored in a port. An inspection of the site and the vessel confirmed no loss of containment. It is possible that the report stemmed from a disgruntled employee of the previous owner. The MCA also attended vessel. This entry was made to ensure a continuous record in event of other spurious reports.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A cruise ship passenger sustained a broken femur. A cruise ship passenger was medically evacuated after sustaining a broken femur.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A motor cruiser crew member slipped resulting in a crush leg injury. A charter motor cruiser crew member slipped on deck resulting in crushed leg injury. Transferred to ambulance onto hospital.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A ro-pax vessel crew member sustained a lacerated thumb. The crew of a ro-pax vessel were manoeuvring a pillar drill through a doorway when one of the crewmembers sustained a thumb injury. Whilst the drill was being swung over the threshold, the injured crew member got their thumb trapped between the drill and the doorframe, resulting in a laceration. The laceration was reportedly deep and was bleeding significantly. The injured crew member went to the hospital ashore and was ultimately disembarked from the vessel as they were advised to keep the wound clean and could not ensure that and work at the same time, due to the nature of their work. The incident reportedly occurred due to a lack of planning for moving the heavy stores and being unaware of the risk.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A container vessel's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations A container vessel's pilot ladder was not rigged to SOLAS regulations. Combination ladder with trapdoor arrangement. Ladder had been shortened by wrapping it around the cross bar on the platform. Master made aware and has said that additional training with the crew will be conducted.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Tug had spring line that caught itself around its propeller and cleared A tug had a spring line that caught itself around its propeller, an additional mooring boat was requested, and the line was cleared. The mooring was completed safely with no further issues.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Barge crew members attempted to move several steel plates by hand without any appropriate equipment and two were injured. The barge was alongside at the time, when three crew members were tasked to move a number of 2m by 1m steel deck plates, each with a thickness of 6mm and these plates had been stored upright, secured by a ratchet strap. Upon releasing the strap, the first crew member was assigned to hold the plates in position to prevent them from falling, while the second and third crew members moved each plate, one at a time, to a new location approximately 3 metres away. As second crew member with the third then moved the second plate, the weight became too much for first crew member, who could no longer hold the remaining plates upright. As a result, five plates toppled over, trapping the first crew member between the plates and a vent. A total of five steel plates fell onto first crew member landing onto their lower back, and their stomach was pushed into the vent. It took three crew members to lift the plates and free their colleague. After being freed, they fell to the floor and were assisted out of the way. The three individuals who lifted the five plates off first the person , counted to three before letting the plates fall onto the ground. Unfortunately, one crew member did not move their foot out of the way in time, and one of the plates landed on the top of their steel-toe cap boot, injuring their foot. Both injured crew members were taken to hospital via ambulance, where one was diagnosed with a minor foot injury and the more severe injured with a stomach injury.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A hopper dredger's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. A hopper dredger's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Pilot required to step sideways through gate. No stanchions. Freeboard allowed ladder to be removed and step through gate. Advised ladder could be compliant if rigged to the higher point but would not then not sit against any structure. Suggest freeboard kept low enough so as not to require a ladder while on the Forth. Master advised plans already drawn up for amendment next dry dock, so assume well flagged up in the past.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A stern trawler experienced propulsion failure and was towed by a SAR vessel back to port. A stern trawler experienced propulsion failure after the cooling water system for the main engine malfunctioned. There were no other vessels in the area to render assistance, so the fishing vessel issued a very high frequency (VHF) radio alert and the local lifeboat service responded and towed the vessel back to port.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Cruise ship's crew member sustained an injury while lifting an upper bunk. Cruise ship's crew member was in the process to lift the upper bunk when they felt pain in their knee. Crew member disembarked as they required further medical assistance.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A passenger vessel passenger tripped down the stairs and fell resulting in a head injury. A passenger vessel was alongside when a passenger walked up a set of steps then slipped, fell down and landed on a wooden box. The passenger became unresponsive for approximately twenty seconds and had a head injury and lower back pain. The passenger was passed into the care of the ambulance service and taken to hospital for further medical assistance.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Inland passenger vessel grounded resulting in no damages/injuries Inland passenger vessel was operating a sightseeing schedule with passengers on board when it grounded. The passengers boarded another vessel which resulted in the inland passenger vessel to re-float and return under its own power. No damages/injuries to the vessel or people.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
A general cargo vessel had a damaged main engine control component and subsequent lube oil leak. A general cargo vessel was transiting a river under pilotage during fog when there was a leakage of lubricating oil from the main engine due to a damaged component on the engine. The pilotage was suspended and the vessel proceeded to anchor and Immobilised the main engine. The vessel was then towed to another anchorage after receiving instructions to do so from the port authority. The damaged component on the main engine was replaced using an on board spare and the vessel was able to proceed to berth under its own power without further issues. There was no pollution, injuries or damages other than the damaged component.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
General cargo's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. General cargo's pilot adder was not rigged per current SOLAS regulations. Ladder only secured with shackles.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
An offshore supply vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement. An offshore supply vessel had an inadequate pilot ladder arrangement due to the fact that the ladder was not correctly secured. There were no suitable securing points on the deck to make the ladder fast to. The tail ends of the ladder side ropes were wrapped around a vent along with the steps resting on metal steps inside the bulwark.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Offshore supply vessel's mooring line hit a crew member in the face resulting in a serious injury. Off-shore supply ship was alongside in the harbour when a crew member went on deck to investigate a noise. The crew member bent over a slack line to adjust the fenders due to vessel movement. The mooring line moved up from the deck and 'jumped' striking the crew member in the face. The crew member sustained eye and nose injuries as well as a concussion.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
A tug boat crew were lifting a load which was accidentally released. A tug boat crew and harbour employee were working on the boat recovering some survey equipment when the release hook was accidentally activated causing the clump weight to be released. There was also a boat hook attached to the line on the clump weight which was pulled with it. There were no injuries, damages or pollution.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Potential pollution event from cruise ship Potential pollution event occurred during routine discharge of laundry grey water from the Starboard Laundry Tank. Laundry drain tanks are in proximity to a previous Contained Oil Leakage that occurred on the 31st January. Upon inspection the Environmental Officer and Chief Engineer observed that the "Starboard Laundry Tank" appeared to contain a very slight amount of oil within. The dedicated discharge pump of the laundry drain tanks was also observed to contain traces of oil in its suction strainer, It was estimated that the volume of oil within the Starboard laundry tank was no more than 20 litres.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
Passenger ferry crew member misjudged approach & collided with a moored crew supply vessel A passenger vessel crew member was on the helm when they misjudged the approach and made contact with a moored vessel resulting in damage to the windows, upper structure of the passenger vessel and superficial damage to the moored vessel. No injuries reported. No pollution.
Incident type: Collision
Cargo ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Cargo ship's pilot ladder did not conform to SOLAS regulations. Pilot ladder secured with shackles. Retrieval line secured too low on ladder and leading aft. Stanchions too wide. Deckhands briefed on shackles and retrieval line while on deck. Master briefed on shackles, retrieval line and stanchions on bridge including educational advice using IMO posters.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A search and rescue crew member fell in the water while trying to transfer between vessels The boarding boat was secured alongside the search and rescue vessel (SAR) with the painter line. One crew member was holding onto the guard rail, as the second proceeded to climb aboard. The crew holding the guard rail let go, the vessels separated and the second crew member fell in the water. They were quickly recovered and checked for injuries.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Passenger/Ro-Ro crew member injured back when lifting Passenger/Ro-Ro crew member injured back when lifting. Crew member felt sharp pain (8/10) in his lower back while lifting the box of frozen pizzas (9,5kg).
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Cruise ship's passenger fell from treadmill resulting in closed fracture to the elbow. Cruise ship's passenger fell from treadmill resulting in closed fracture to the elbow. Whilst running IP stated that they lost their balance on the treadmill and fell causing a fractured elbow and multiple abrasions on the legs
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Fishing vessel lost gearbox oil pressure resulting in being towed back to port. Fishing vessel lost gearbox oil pressure resulting in being towed back to port.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
An search and rescue vessel capsized whilst on patrol The inshore vessel was on patrol and heading further out to sea. The crew mistimed trying to get through a large wave, striking the wave when it was a its peak. As the bow crested the wave it was caught by the wind resulting in a capsize. No injuries, vessel damage or pollution reported.
Incident type: Capsizing / Listing
Fishing vessel suffered loss of steering and resulting in a grounding Fishing vessel suffered loss of steering and resulting in a grounding, no damage reported and no injuries.
Incident type: Loss Of Control
A search and rescue vessel was close inshore when it grounded resulting in minor damage. A search and rescue (SAR) vessel had been launched to carry out a search. The tide was low and the SAR crew were searching close inshore using electronic charts and RADAR. They arrived in an area of shallow water when the SAR vessel grounded at slow speed on a soft sand bank. After a short period of time the vessel navigated back into deeper water and resumed their search. It was observed that there were slight scuffs on the antifoul after arriving to port.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
Service ship capsized whilst on exercise resulting in a minor injury to a crew member. Service ship capsized whilst on exercise due to help being unable to restart the engine due to the engine cut-out tether being disconnected from the engine and was unable to re-connect prior to capsize. The engine cover sustained damage and is been deployed after the engine could not be started. Also, stern light and stowed equipment (oxygen equipment) suffered during the time the boat was inverted prior to recovery. A crew member sustained a minor injury.
Incident type: Capsizing / Listing
Ro-ro cargo's crew member was unlashing the cargo when they sustained a serious injury. Ro-Ro cargo's crew member was instructed to commence unlashing of the cargo. Approximately after 5 minutes the crew member was found lying with a deep cut across brow of nose and under the right eye along with a large bump on the right side of forehead. The crew member was sent off for further medical assistance where the injury included a small fracture to a bone in the neck. The crew member stated that they have tripped/slipped during the operation and struck their head on the object, most likely edge of trailer.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Cruise ship's passenger slipped which resulted in a closed fracture Cruise ship's passenger was dancing when they slipped due to the sticky floor as passengers were dancing with drinks in their hands. The casualty sustained a closed fracture in their upper arm.
Incident type: Accident to person(s)
Near miss between a diving vessel and a sailing vessel. Near miss was reported between a dive vessel and a sailing vessel. Sailing vessel manoeuvred dangerously to the dive vessel and endangered the divers which were in the water at the time. No injuries/damages were 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. The ladder slipped with a shock, whilst the pilot was disembarking. No injuries reported.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
Cruise ship's passenger fell down the stairs and sustained neck and head injuries resulting in loss of life. Cruise ship's passenger was walking up the stairs when they appeared to be unsteady on their feet. As a result they fell backwards down the stairs and sustained a head and neck injury. The casualty was disembarked for further medical attention however, the injuries sustained resulted in loss of life.
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. Stanchions inserted too close to existing handholds as in photo making it difficult to get a grip once at deck level. Insufficient gap to get fingers around stanchion. Master informed and shown photo to explain.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment
A search and rescue vessel grounded when it left a buoyed channel A search and rescue vessel was returning to its home port after an emergency tasking, when it left the buoyed channel and grounded. The reason for leaving the channel was attributed to the crew becoming disoriented because one of the lateral marks was not lit. There were no injuries or pollution.
Incident type: Grounding / Stranding
Fishing vessel rapidly taken on water resulting in loss of vessel Original 1417/2024 - Fishing vessel taken on water resulting in loss of vessel, all crew safe and uninjured.
Incident type: Flooding / Foundering
A pleasure sailing vessel was damaged and required a tow. A pleasure sailing vessel experienced propulsion failure after being dis-masted and damaging its rudder. The crew called for help and a search and rescue vessel towed them to a safe place to anchor, where they carried out repairs before continuing on their way. The mast was completely lost.
Incident type: Damage / Loss Of Equipment