Tag: lessons learned

The International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) has provided an overview of reported safety incidents and events, highlighting key concerns and safety trends for 2024.

BSEE has issued a safety alert on an incident of an explosion involving an 8-inch bidirectional gas pipeline, caused by severe external corrosion, which resulted in significant damage to equipment and infrastructure. 

The Marine Safety Forum draws lessons learned from an incident in which the gangway of a container vessel detached from the quayside, injuring five lashers. 

Transport Malta has published an investigation report into a fatality that occurred relating to the boiler onboard a vessel in January 2024. 

As part of their Good Catch series, American P&I Club presents an incident where a pilot sustained serious injuries due to unsafe accommodation ladder practices. 

CHIRP Maritime draws lessons from a report of a crew member dealing with a captain's persistent personal advances, harassment and inappropriate behavior. 

In a recent Safety Alert, USCG shares lessons learned for the investigation of the major marine casualty, which was conducted in parallel with the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), and reveals numerous safety issues, including concerns with the vessel’s control system configuration.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has published an investigation into an incident where a dry bulk carrier broke free from its mooring during high winds in the Brownsville Ship Channel in 2024, leading to a collision with a tugboat. 

CHIRP Maritime draws lessons from a report of a condemned pilot ladder with loose steps, highlighting design flaws, regulatory requirements, and the urgent need for standardized, safer securing methods and crew training.

CHIRP Maritime draws lessons from an incident where a large vessel had a close encounter with autonomous vessels.