https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/ Tue, 01 Jul 2025 14:36:39 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0726-lti-crew-member-squeezed-between-buoy-and-cargo-rail/ A crew member was crushed between a large buoy and a cargo rail. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0726-bsee-exterior-walkway-separates-from-temporary-living-quarters-putting-workers-at-risk/ BSEE has published Safety Alert 513, relating to an incident involving a third-floor walkway outside temporary living quarters on an offshore platform. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0726-uk-hse-electrician-seriously-injured-on-onshore-wind-farm/ The UK HSE has fined a wind farm management company after a worker was seriously injured. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0726-unauthorised-boarding-and-theft-from-vessel-at-anchor/ An unknown individual boarded a vessel at anchor during night hours. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0726-death-of-seafarer-due-to-fall-from-crane-cabin/ The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) of India published Circular 04-2025 relating to an incident in which a seafarer took a fatal fall from a crane cabin. Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0626-maib-sinking-of-tug-biter-with-loss-of-two-lives/ MAIB has published Accident Investigation 17/2024 relating to the girting and capsize of tug Biter with the loss of two lives. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0626-dropped-object-strop-parted-over-sharp-edge/ A cylinder was lifted to a height of approximately 6 metres over deck of the vessel, the sharp steel edges of the cylinder cut through the firehose protection and caused the strop to part. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0626-person-injured-when-pry-bar-slipped/ A crew member who was applying downward pressure to their pry bar to lift a track, fell towards the deck when the pry bar slipped. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0626-msf-high-potential-near-miss-during-frc-maintenance/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Alert 26-01 relating to an incident where there was an unplanned lowering of an FRC to the sea Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0626-bsee-crane-incident-leads-to-serious-facial-injuries/ BSEE has published Safety Alert 512 relating to a crane incident during well abandonment which led to a worker being struck and suffering serious facial injuries. Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0526-battery-power-bank-explodes-in-cabin/ On a vessel, a power bank exploded and caught fire at night whilst it was being charged. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0526-failure-of-a-frame-fold-down-platform/ An A-frame fold-down platform failed leaving a crew member suspended by their safety harness. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0526-working-in-a-confined-space-without-a-permit-to-work/ During a safety walk-round, personnel were found working inside a sewage tank, without a Permit to Work. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0526-unsafe-handling-of-gas-cylinders/ A vessel’s Chief Mate noticed unsafe positioning of compressed gas cylinders on the quayside. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0526-msf-unsecured-bulk-hose-near-miss/ A stored bulk hose moved in an unplanned way and almost struck a crew member. Tue, 17 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0426-dropped-object-falling-shim-plate-while-lowering-a-frame/ During the lowering of the A-frame of the crane on a large crane vessel, a plate with a weight of 15kg, rolled out from the auxiliary inboard fleeting sheaves. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0426-w2w-gangway-bumper-damaged-during-demonstration/ During testing to demonstrate emergency retraction, the movement of the vessel in the swell applied forces to the bumper, which caused the bolts to fail and the bumper to break off. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0426-towing-wire-parted/ A vessel was towing a barge when the towing wire parted. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0426-bsee-falling-corroded-crane-component-results-in-near-miss/ BSEE has published Safety Alert 511 relating to a near-miss dropped object incident on an offshore platform during the maintenance and inspection of a platform crane. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0426-cook-temporarily-trapped-in-freezer/ A vessel cook was temporarily trapped inside a large walk-in freezer. Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0326-fall-from-height-during-mooring-due-to-rope-tension-reaction/ Rope became entangled with the propellor during mooring operations of a tanker causing the operator to lose balance and fall onto the lower platform. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0326-missing-protection-progressive-wear-on-hydraulic-hoses-causes-damage/ During an inspection, several hydraulic hoses and fuel hoses were found in direct contact with surrounding surfaces and sharp edges. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0326-small-engine-room-fire-flammable-object-ignited/ While ramping up the starboard main engine, a small flammable foreign object ignited. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0326-positive-damage-to-fast-rescue-craft-davit-wire-rope-caught-before-failure/ During routine checks, it was observed that the FRC davit wire rope had a visible fracture at the socket termination area. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0326-bsee-miscommunication-and-trapped-pressure-causes-injury-during-valve-maintenance/ BSEE has published Safety Alert 509 relating to a gas release incident on an offshore platform. Fri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0226-dropped-grp-cover-during-subsea-lifting/ A vessel was lifting and relocating a Pipe Line End Manifold (PLEM) GRP Top Cover when the load became detached and dropped approx. 7m. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0226-umbilical-support-frame-made-contact-with-passing-vehicle-on-public-road/ Whilst travelling, a contractor transporting umbilical support frames (USFs) made contact with a passing vehicle as one of the frames dropped down. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0226-petrol-driven-equipment-left-stored-in-an-emergency-generator-room/ Stored snowblower created an unnecessary fire and explosion risk, as well as blocking access around critical equipment. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0226-mechanic-got-burns-due-to-fire-in-portable-generator/ During refuelling, petrol (gasoline) spilled around generator and ignited. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0226-some-positive-findings-and-good-practices/ Collection of some positive findings and good practices. Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0126-high-potential-dropped-object-cradle-falls-from-trailer/ A large “cradle insert” weighing many tonnes fell off a trailer during a lifting operation. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0126-lti-back-injury/ A member of the crew of a crew transfer vessel (CTV) badly pulled their back whilst helping with mooring operations. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0126-ntsb-engine-room-fire-put-things-back-properly-after-maintenance/ The National Transportation Safety Board of the United States (NTSB) has published report MIR 25-29. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0126-bsee-arc-flash-incident-is-the-wire-still-live/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Protection (BSEE) has published Safety Alert 506 relating to an arc flash incident. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0126-spontaneous-explosion-of-a-plastic-ruler/ There was a spontaneous brittle failure of a 30cm clear plastic ruler stored in an office drawer on a DSV. Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2325-two-walk-to-work-gangway-incidents/ A member reports two related incidents involving Walk-to-Work gangways. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2325-dropped-object-bailout-cylinder-inside-diving-bell/ During bell preparations for saturation diving operations, an incident occurred within the vessel’s saturation system. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2325-man-overboard-in-port-seaman-falls-from-quay-access-ladder/ A crew member fell overboard during operations alongside. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2325-lti-leg-injury-while-using-hand-held-grinder/ A worker suffered a leg injury whilst using a hand-held grinder. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2325-bsee-anchor-handling-causes-damage-to-subsea-equipment-and-triggers-gas-release/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published Safety Alert 508 on 30 September 2025. Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2225-vessel-ran-aground/ A vessel on a short voyage ran aground while navigating through a narrow channel at low tide. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2225-fire-in-the-engine-room-fuel-spray-fire/ A fire broke out on the starboard main engine due to a leak from the fuel pipe connection. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2225-fire-hazard-missing-splash-tapes-on-fuel-hose-connections/ It was observed that several engine fuel hose connections were not fitted with splash tapes. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2225-dropped-pallet-during-cargo-transfer/ A plastic pallet loaded with plastic lube oil drums fell while being hoisted. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2225-positive-enhancing-safety-communication-through-digital-monitors/ All crew and office personnel have 24/7 access to essential safety and operational updates. Thu, 04 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2125-fingertip-crush-injury-sustained-during-lifting-operation/ A rigger sustained crush injuries to several fingertips working on deck during the relocation of a pressure cap Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2125-stay-in-the-right-place-the-importance-of-personal-positioning/ A member reports two dissimilar events, both of which highlight the importance of ensuring you are not in the wrong place. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2125-slipped-on-stairs-broken-finger/ A worker slipped while descending the staircase, and broke his finger as a result Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2125-condensation-hazard-on-electrical-panel-440v/ During a recent inspection, condensation water was observed dripping directly onto a 440V electrical panel in the engine room. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2125-broken-equipment-repaired-or-replaced/ A member highlights several cases of emergency equipment being broken or unserviceable. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2025-bunker-hose-obstructing-emergency-exit/ A bunker hose was discovered routed in a way that partially obstructed the stern emergency exit hatch. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2025-watertight-door-and-emergency-hatch-found-open-at-sea/ Watertight doors and an emergency hatch were observed open in the ER (Engine Room) during an offshore audit. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2025-atsb-undocumented-modification-contributed-to-steam-burns/ An unplanned pressure release resulted in burn injuries to three crew members. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2025-smoke-in-the-battery-room/ Smoke was observed in the battery room of a vessel alongside. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2025-hull-crack-arising-from-vibration/ A small vessel built of aluminium experienced vibration coming from the propeller. Fri, 07 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1925-injury-after-fall-from-vertical-ladder/ Two crew members were performing routine engine room fire watch and thruster space rounds checking oil pressure and temperature checks, when one of them was injured falling off a vertical ladder. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1925-lti-serious-injury-to-thumb-when-pipe-fell-during-maintenance/ A 2nd engineer on a vessel suffered a serious injury to the left thumb whilst dismantling a grey water pipe. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1925-msf-burn-to-arm-from-contact-with-tumble-dryer/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 25-13 relating to a crew member burning themselves on a tumble dryer. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1925-japan-transport-safety-board-two-confined-space-fatalities/ The Japan Transport Safety Board has published report MA2025-4 into a fatal incident which occurred in May 2024 on a bulk carrier. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1925-on-a-more-positive-note/ A member reports a number of positive and encouraging trends following vessel visits across the fleet. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1825-crane-cab-access-platform-collapsed/ On a vessel crane, the access platform to the crane cab failed catastrophically.  Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1825-positive-worn-mooring-lines-spotted-and-replaced-before-they-parted/ It was observed that mooring ropes had nearly reached breaking point. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1825-dropped-object-due-to-over-ridden-limit-switch/ A limit switch on a crane was over-ridden, resulting in wires parting and objects falling from the crane. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1825-worker-suffered-eye-injuries-in-electric-arc-incident/ A Vessel ETO (Electro-Technical Officer) sustained light burn injuries to the eyes. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1825-uscg-lithium-ion-battery-system-installations/ The United States Coastguard has published Safety Alert 14-25 relating to Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery system Installations. Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1725-swl-plate-dropped-from-crane-block/ An “SWL” plate weighing 0.9kg fell from the auxiliary hook block and landed on the main deck of a newly purchased vessel. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1725-unsafe-lifting-practices-during-dry-dock/ An unsafe attempt was made to lift 14 empty oil drums using only a web sling, without clamps, certified frames, or proper securing. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1725-handling-alarms-on-the-bridge-a-dp-incident/ DPO accidentally pressed the adjacent "Take" button on the DP panel. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1725-uncoordinated-emergency-shutdown-due-to-pipe-failure/ All cargo pumps (No. 1, 2, and 3) tripped simultaneously due to Emergency Shutdown (ESD) activation. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1725-uk-hse-oil-company-fined-after-serious-failure-of-elevator/ The UK HSE has fined a North Sea oil and gas operator £300,000 after three crew members descended into a water filled lift shaft on a floating platform in the North Sea causing them to become partially submerged. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1625-hand-crushed-during-coiled-tubing-reel-handling/ Workers hand crushed during the final stages of a coiled tubing operation. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1625-two-hand-injuries-caused-during-mooring/ A member shares two incidents of hand injuries during mooring operations; one was very serious and resulted in the loss of a finger. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1625-bsee-electromagnetic-lifting-device-dropped-steel-plate/ BSEE has published Safety Alert 500 relating to a defective lifting device dropping a steel plate during drilling operations. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1625-msf-watertight-door-fatality/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 25-09 relating to a watertight door fatality. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1625-msf-grease-gun-hand-injury/ The Marine Safety Forum have published Safety Alert 25-08 relating to a hand injury suffered when a grease gun burst. Thu, 04 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1525-uk-hse-motion-compensated-gangways-auto-retraction/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published Safety Notice ED03-2025 Tue, 19 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1425-brazil-diver-permanently-disabled-after-decompression-illness/ Conviction of diving company upheld as work accident suffered by a diver who lost strength in his upper limbs and the ability to move, requiring permanent use of a wheelchair. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1425-diver-reports-unwell-post-dive-non-decompression-illness/ A diver experienced a dizzy spell about one hour after completing a diving operation Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1425-shore-side-crane-boom-collides-with-vessel-mast/ During shipyard lifting operations, the boom of a dock crane made contact with the vessel mast. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1425-injury-sustained-while-operating-steel-lifting-magnet/ While preparing to transfer steel plates using a steel lifting magnet, a crew person was injured. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1425-head-injury-in-engine-room/ A Chief Engineer sustained a head laceration injury. Thu, 14 Aug 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1325-diver-sustains-laceration-to-right-hand/ A diver suffered a deep laceration to his right hand. Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1325-dive-chamber-procedures-and-operations/ Dive Chamber operator vented the outer lock, assuming a diver was not in there. Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1325-near-miss-high-voltage-arc-inside-tether-termination-manifold/ A high voltage arc occurred inside a ROV tether termination manifold. Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1325-container-door-opened-during-transit/ Whilst in transit, a truck driver noticed a container door swing open whilst the truck was moving. Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1325-positive-vigilant-watch-practices/ A member found examples of very vigilant watch practices. Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1225-lti-hand-injury-during-capstan-maintenance/ A crew member was injured when their hand was trapped between a wire clamp on the underside of the capstan and the deck. Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1225-high-potential-incident-worker-injured-when-opening-a-flanged-assembly/ A member of a team of workers dismantling subsea emergency shutdown valves (ESDV) on deck, was badly injured when hit by parts of a valve which were ejected with force. Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1225-near-miss-worker-suffers-electric-shock/ A member of a vessel crew suffered a mains electric shock when working on a crane pedestal. Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1225-unsafe-use-of-electrical-equipment-in-cabins/ Crew members were observed inserting 2-pin electrical chargers directly into 3-pin vessel sockets to power their personal equipment. Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1225-uk-hse-load-falls-from-lorry-and-kills-cyclist/ A metal heat exchanger, weighing over 2.5 tons, fell from a lorry and killed a passing cyclist. Thu, 03 Jul 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1125-ntsb-vessel-crane-contact-with-shore-side-crane/ The National Transportation Safety Board of the United States (NTSB) has published a report and an investigation. Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1125-dropped-pallet-during-forklift-operation/ A pallet containing a load weighing 500kg dropped off a flatbed truck in close proximity to a delivery driver. Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1125-dropped-object-hazard-access-hatch-to-the-communication-dome/ During a routine scheduled safety inspection of the main mast, it was discovered that the access hatch to one of the communication domes had fallen off. Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1125-lock-outtag-out-and-unauthorised-electrical-connectionsdisconnections/ Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1125-maib-is-your-lead-acid-battery-safe/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch has published Safety Digest 1/2025, consisting of lessons from recent Marine Accident Reports. Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1125-bsee-umbilical-termination-failure-leads-to-dropped-rov/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published Safety Alert 499 relating to a dropped ROV. Wed, 18 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1025-lti-back-injury-in-confined-space-tank-entry/ A worker sustained a back injury while transiting through a lightening hole within a confined space. Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1025-injury-to-thumb-during-lifting-operations/ Whilst attempting to land a piece of equipment onto a flatbed trailer, a crew person suffered a thumb injury. Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1025-maib-lti-fingers-lost-during-mooring-operations/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published Safety Digest 1/2025. Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1025-hand-injuries-dealing-with-sharp-objects/ A member reports two separate incidents relating to sharp objects. Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1025-bsee-failure-to-identify-and-restrict-access-to-faulty-gratings/ The Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement of the United States (BSEE) has published Safety Alert 496. Wed, 04 Jun 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0925-unintended-cargo-collision-during-lifting-operations/ Fri, 16 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0925-person-injured-when-unsecured-grating-gave-away/ A worker sustained discomfort to the right shoulder and abrasions to the left leg when the grating they stepped on gave way. Fri, 16 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0925-electrical-isolation-failing-to-prove-dead-at-the-point-of-work/ One of our members discovered that some personnel and worksites were not following the intent of their own company electrical isolation protocols. Fri, 16 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0925-transport-malta-fatality-after-steel-plates-fell-onto-crew-member/ The Marine Safety Investigation Unit (MSIU) of Transport Malta has published Report 15/2024. Fri, 16 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0925-msf-multiple-ltis-vessel-gangway-fell-from-quay-causing-injuries/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Alert 25-01. Fri, 16 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0825-bsee-nitrogen-cylinder-rupture-causing-worker-injuries-and-equipment-damage/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published Safety Alert 494 relating to a Nitrogen Cylinder rupture which caused injuries and equipment damage. Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0825-person-fractured-foot-during-elevator-inspection/ Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0825-detergent-chemical-burn/ Leaked detergent resulted in slight chemical burns onboard a vessel. Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0825-positive-findings-and-good-practices/ A member highlights some examples of positive findings and good practices on board some of their vessels. Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0825-hydrogen-sulphide-h2s-detected-onboard-vessel/ Several persons reported to bridge about a smell of septic or rotten eggs that was present all over the vessel. Hydrogen Sulphide (H2S) was suspected. Tue, 29 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0725-fatality-following-a-fall-from-a-wind-turbine/ The Scottish Courts and Tribunals Service, and UK HSE, has published a response to a fatal incident in which a crew member fell to their death. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0725-uk-hse-risk-of-collision-with-offshore-installations-from-attendant-vessels/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published Safety Notice ED01-2025 relating to the risk of collision with offshore installations. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0725-uscg-hazardous-zone-markings-and-safety-protocol-awareness/ The United States Coastguard has published Safety Alert 04-25 relating to the importance of Hazardous Zone Markings and Safety Protocol Awareness. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0725-bsee-crane-safety-awareness-during-offshore-helideck-operations/ BSEE published Safety Alert 491 relating to a the investigation of a near miss crane incident on an offshore platform. Wed, 16 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0625-incidents-occurring-during-decommissioning/ IMCA has put together a summary of incidents relating to decommissioning. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0525-lti-rope-under-tension-moved-and-hit-person-s-hand/ A member of the crew suffered a serious hand injury when struck by a rope under tension. Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0525-injuries-during-lifting-operations/ A member reports two separate lifting activities involving failure of lifting equipment and resulting in minor injuries to nearby personnel. Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0525-finger-injury-during-manual-handling/ An IMCA’s members’ utilities supplier in the United States reports a serious finger injury during manual handling Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0525-acetylene-gas-explosion/ There was a small explosion and fire when crew were working on an oxy-acetylene system. Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0525-crane-cab-fire-caused-by-fridge/ On a vessel alongside, there was a fire in the cab of a crane. Wed, 19 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0425-divers-helmet-struck-and-damaged-subsea-by-crane-hook/ During subsea spool tie-in operations, a crane hook unexpectedly struck a diver’s helmet.  Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0425-diver-lifted-off-seabed/ A diver was lifted off the seabed when their umbilical was caught by a diving bell clump weight adjustment prior to bell recovery. Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0425-maib-very-serious-leg-injury-during-crane-operations/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) published Accident Investigation Report 11/2024 into an incident where a crew person was seriously injured while operating a crane. Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0425-person-fell-in-engine-room-and-injured-head/ An oiler sustained head injuries while working alone in the engine room. Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0425-msf-cook-got-chemicals-in-eye/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) published Safety Alert 24-10 relating to an incident in which a cook got chemicals splashed in the eye. Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0325-crew-transfer-vessel-ctv-drifts-onto-turbine-tower/ A CTV drifted into and hit a nearby structure at 0.5 knots. Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0325-lti-fall-from-height-during-frc-maintenance/ A worker fell 2.3 m to deck from a small boat in the davit, and broke a leg as a result.  Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0325-near-miss-narrowly-avoided-fall-from-height-due-to-missing-deck-gratings/ After a grating was removed, the Chief Engineer, on the way to inspect the work, nearly fell 4-5m. Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0325-msf-a-broken-stretcher-could-have-led-to-injury/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) published Safety Alert 24-09 relating to a broken stretcher. Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0325-positive-story-excellent-galley-hygiene-and-housekeeping/ On a walk-around audit, a member highlights very high standards of housekeeping and hygiene in the galley on one of its vessels. Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0325-nopsema-fauna-entanglement/ The National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority of Australia, NOPSEMA, has published an environmental alert relating to aquatic animals getting tangled up in subsea equipment. Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0225-saturation-diver-exposed-to-chemicals-from-pipeline/ During pigging and decommissioning operations, a saturation diver was exposed to the contents of a pipeline. Thu, 06 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0225-maib-parted-mooring-rope-leads-to-fatality/ A deck officer was killed during mooring operations when a mooring rope parted and struck him on the head. Thu, 06 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0225-confined-space-entry-hot-work-fatality/ An incident was brought to IMCA’s attention relating to a confined space entry hot work fatality in a shipyard. Thu, 06 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0225-maib-vessel-cook-injured-by-spillage-of-burning-cooking-oil/ Cook receives burns from oil spill due to faulty thermostat.  Thu, 06 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0225-maib-step-ladder-failure-lti/ A crew member was working while stood on the top step of a small folding stepladder when the step gave way. Thu, 06 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/imca-sf-0125/ Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2424-structural-failure-of-rescue-boat/ A rescue boat suffered a catastrophic structural failure whilst unattended on the davit. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2424-high-potential-spontaneous-opening-of-hydraulic-release-shackle-hrs-pin/ During lifting operations on a vessel, a hydraulic release shackle pin opened on its own. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2424-ntsb-diesel-generator-engine-failure/ The National Transportation Safety Board of the United States (NTSB) published "Safer Seas Digest 2023". Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2424-lti-fall-from-height-during-anchor-chain-handling-operation/ A worker fell through an opening from one deck to another, and was injured as a result. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2424-sudden-disconnection-of-pressurised-hose/ A contractor was performing maintenance on the bulk cargo methanol system on deck of a vessel. Tue, 17 Dec 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2324-lti-finger-injury-during-emergency-recovery-of-rov/ A worker suffered a serious finger injury when their finger was caught between a crane wire and the recovery hook on an ROV. Wed, 27 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2324-bsee-recurring-hand-injuries-from-alternative-cutting-devices/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published Safety Alert 487. Wed, 27 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2324-ntsb-crane-wire-failure/ The National Transportation Safety Board of the United States (NTSB) published "Safer Seas Digest 2023". Wed, 27 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2324-hot-work-performed-outside-of-permit-to-work-ptw-boundary-limit/ A near miss occurred when a third-party contractor working removed a trip hazard from the vessel main deck, using a cutting torch and grinding disc. Wed, 27 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2324-vital-safety-information-height-of-vehicle-found-incorrect/ “Height of vehicle” information displayed on a truck, was found to be incorrect. Wed, 27 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2224-diver-exposed-to-unplanned-release-of-production-gas/ A diver was exposed to a sudden and unplanned release of hydrocarbon gas under pressure. Tue, 12 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2224-dropped-object-wooden-packing-block/ During pipelaying operations, a wooden packing block detached from a pipe and fell 10m. Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2224-bsee-person-fell-through-open-hatch/ A worker on a blowout preventer platform fell through an open hatch cover that had been removed due to damage. Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2224-ntsb-fire-on-vessel-escaped-exhaust-gases/ A fire broke out in a stateroom on board a small towing vessel on the Gulf Intracoastal Waterway. Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2224-snagging-hazards/ A member reports two unrelated incidents in which a causal factor was something getting caught or snagged in an unplanned way. Mon, 11 Nov 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2124-main-crane-failure-during-load-test/ At maximum load, the crane main block wires broke and the testing load fell, along with the main block, into the water. Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2124-ac-vent-unit-cover-dislodged-and-fell-17-m/ AC cover of a capstan electrical cabinet became detached and fell approximately 1.7 meters. Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2124-dropped-sheave-and-clump-weight/ A high potential dropped object incident occurred when a sheave weighing 204kg fell 64m to deck. Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2124-uk-hse-incident-during-rig-decommissioning-leads-to-fatality/ UK HSE press release: incident whilst decommissioning rig. Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2124-positive-successful-rescue-of-surfer-on-the-open-sea/ The crew of a small pilot boat at sea spotted a surfer in distress. Thu, 24 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2024-fire-in-engine-room/ A fire occurred in the engine room of a vessel during operations. Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2024-near-miss-smoke-and-fire-on-main-engine-exhaust/ Smoke and fire were observed coming from turbocharger flange. Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2024-urgent-inspection-of-pressurised-carbon-dioxide-fire-fighting-systems/ Coins were found inserted into CO2 fire fighting cylinders. Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2024-msf-safety-pins-left-in-fire-suppression-system-high-potential-near-miss/ CO2 bottles for the engine room fire suppression system still had their safety pins in place. Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2024-ntsb-fire-on-vessel-escaped-exhaust-gases/ The National Transportation Safety Board of the United States (NTSB) published "Safer Seas Digest 2023", which includes a number of incidents which may be of interest to IMCA members. Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2024-inappropriate-automatic-activation-of-fixed-fire-fighting-system/ The firefighting system in the engine room automatically activated and all the gas in the tanks emptied. Mon, 14 Oct 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1924-man-overboard-during-motion-compensated-gangway-transfer/ An offshore worker fell overboard from a height of one metre while transferring from a platform to a vessel. Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1924-uk-hse-fall-from-height-injury-at-container-port/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has prosecuted a logistics company after a worker fell over 10 metres. Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1924-tampering-with-approved-safety-devices/ Sight glass on a vessel main engine lubricating oil storage tank was found to have been fitted with an unauthorised 'clamp'. Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1924-injury-to-little-finger-lti/ A worker suffered an injury whilst painting an auxiliary winch drum following maintenance. A wooden beam was used to prevent the drum from turning freely. Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1924-laceration-to-right-index-finger/ The Energeo Alliance have published a safety alert relating to a crew person who suffered a laceration to the right index finger whilst going through a door on a vessel. Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0912-modu-mooring-line-failure/ MODU mooring line failure Wed, 04 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1824-near-miss-lift-bag-released-unintentionally-from-crane-hook/ Lift bag came free from the crane hook as the vessel was in DP mode where there was the potential for damage to the vessel. Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1824-nitrogen-cylinder-ruptured/ A high pressure Nitrogen cylinder, charged to 2,400psi, in a quad of 12 cylinders located on a drill rig floor ruptured without warning, destroying the rack. Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1824-offshore-platform-decommissioning-near-miss/ The Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety of W. Australia has published a Significant Incident Summary. Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1824-ntsb-fire-on-vessel-stray-electrical-current-during-welding/ The National Transportation Safety Board of the United States (NTSB) has published report MIR-24-15 relating to a fire aboard a vessel. Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1824-maib-vessel-collision-caused-by-mismatch-between-bridge-and-engine-room-control/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published a Safety flyer relating to a collision between two vessels. Tue, 03 Sep 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1724-non-fatal-man-overboard-worker-fell-from-height-into-the-sea/ A worker fell 3m from a new jacket into the sea. Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1724-lti-person-fell-from-step-ladder/ A worker fell off a 2-step ladder/hop up and was injured resulting in an LTI. Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1724-lifeboat-air-cylinder-explosion-on-an-empty-installation/ An air bottle exploded on a lifeboat causing significant damage. Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1724-dropped-object-during-cable-trans-spooling/ A roller weighing 5.7kg fell 8m and hit someone on the shoulder. Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1724-parted-tag-line-caused-damage-during-lifting-operations/ A tagline parted under excess tension when moving a LiDAR buoy weighing 2.4 tonnes, causing the buoy to move in an unexpected way. Thu, 29 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1624-lti-fingers-severed-by-spinning-fan-blade/ Worker tried to move the portable blower by hand, grabbing the side of the fan instead of using the designated handle resulting in severed fingers. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1624-angle-grinder-finger-injury/ A worker injured themselves while attempting to change a wire wheel attachment fitted to a handheld angle grinder. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1624-crew-member-cut-hand-on-broken-glass-during-heavy-weather/ A member of the galley team suffered a serious hand injury when washing a glass during a period of heavy weather. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1624-arm-injury-from-metal-skip-cover/ Heavy cover of skip unexpectedly and accidentally closed, striking an individual’s arm, causing an injury. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1624-msf-serious-hand-injury-high-pressure-air/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety alert 24-05 relating to a finger injury caused by a release of high pressure air. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1524-maib-lti-a-wedge-shattered-causing-injury/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch has published Safety Digest 1/2024, consisting of lessons from recent Marine Accident Reports. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1524-fast-rescue-boat-frc-comes-close-to-falling-off-in-a-dry-dock/ Fast Rescue Craft tipped forward and collided with a railing. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1524-load-lost-from-lorry-on-public-road-inadequate-securing-of-cargo/ During the transportation of equipment, a load became free of its single retention strap and fell off a lorry. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1524-dropped-object-unsecured-cargo-inside-box-broke-lose-and-fell/ Cargo weighing over 400kg fell approx. 5m onto the vessel deck. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1524-side-scuttle-porthole-knocked-out-by-wave-impact/ A large wave hit a vessel and a side scuttle (porthole) in one of the cabins broke loose from its frame. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1424-loss-of-pressure-to-diver-s-primary-air-supply/ A diver working underwater experienced a pressure drop from the primary HP supply regulator. Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1424-equipment-fell-on-someone-s-leg-causing-injury/ Whilst a worker was moving one piece of equipment, another piece of equipment shifted and fell onto his leg Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1424-electric-shock-after-water-ingress-to-switch/ Electric shock after touching an electrical switch in the steering room. Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1424-emergency-musters-and-drills/ Two of our members have shared recent events relating to emergency drills and musters. Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1424-bunker-hose-damaged-during-connection/ During offshore bunkering operations, the bunker hose was damaged when it was stretched. Tue, 16 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1324-rov-dropped-to-seabed/ During recovery of an ROV, its Tether Management System (TMS) experienced a problem latching to the Launch and Recovery System. Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1324-uk-hse-service-lifts-on-offshore-and-onshore-wind-turbines/ The UK Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has published a safety bulletin on service lifts on offshore wind turbines. Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1324-dropped-halogen-lamp-caused-small-fire/ A halogen lamp fell from a scaffolding where the work was taking place, causing a small fire. There were no injuries, but the lamp was destroyed.  Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1324-uk-maib-man-overboard-unguarded-opening/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch has shared a safety update on a member of crew who fell overboard. Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1324-uk-maib-a-slip-into-the-hold/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch has shared a safety update on a crew person who slipped and fell to the hold, resulting in an open fracture to the upper arm. Tue, 02 Jul 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1224-swinging-load-after-loss-of-position/ Adverse weather conditions, combined with technical issues and the effect of high thrust wash, resulted in a loss of position of the PSV and an uncontrolled swinging load. Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1224-dropped-welding-fume-extraction-hood/ A welding fume extraction hood (which weighed 215kg) fell onto a work station below. Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1224-carriage-of-methanol-dangerous-goods-without-proper-certification/ The vessel which carried out the work was not in possession of a Dangerous Goods Document of Compliance. Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1224-personnel-exposed-to-hydrogen-sulphide-during-maintenance/ Subcontractor personnel were exposed to a high concentration of Hydrogen sulphide. Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1224-uk-maib-person-injured-during-lifting-of-compressor/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has shared that a worker was crushed by heavy equipment under maintenance, when a vessel rolled slightly. Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1124-dropped-lifting-beam-due-to-parted-soft-strop/ During lifting operations a lifting beam weighing 4 Te was dropped from 50 cm Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1124-vessel-collided-with-platform/ A vessel was waiting on weather when it collided with an unmanned and unlit platform. Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1124-diver-s-umbilical-trapped-during-a-pipeline-flooding-operation/ A saturation diver lost his breathing gas supply and had to go onto his emergency cylinder. Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1124-stored-energy-dislodged-pin-causes-injury/ A hydraulic jack was employed to eject a pin which resulted in the pin being released under load directly into someone’s face. Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1124-uk-maib-leg-injury-while-mooring/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has shared an incident about a crew person who caught in the bight of a messenger line mooring rope and was injured. Mon, 03 Jun 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1024-hand-and-finger-injuries/ Hand and finger injuries continue to be a significant theme in the incidents shared with IMCA by its Members. Wed, 22 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1024-crew-member-suspended-above-deck-by-lifting-equipment/ Crew member’s work restraint lanyard became entangled in a hook and wire sling, and he was lifted off the deck. Wed, 22 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1024-ctv-crew-member-snagged-on-tag-line-and-lifted-off-feet/ Crew member was lifted off deck after a tag line attached to the slings snagged or became entangled to his harness. Wed, 22 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1024-engine-failure-and-subsequent-engine-room-fire/ There was a catastrophic failure of a diesel generator which started an engine room fire on a vessel working offshore. Wed, 22 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1024-us-bsee-welding-and-burning-hazards/ The US Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published a Safety Alert on welding and burning hazards. Wed, 22 May 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0924-near-miss-lid-on-ash-trash-barrel-blown-off-due-to-hot-ash/ The lid on a waste container barrel blew off due to a build-up of excessive pressure within the waste container. Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0924-injuries-to-the-eyes-and-face/ A member reports a number of incidents where crew have sustained injuries to the face. Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0924-trapped-finger-during-mooring-operations/ A deckhand injured the fingers on his right hand during mooring operations. Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0924-uk-maib-crew-member-injured-by-rotating-crank-handle-lti/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published a Safety Digest, consisting of lessons from recent Marine Accident Reports. Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0924-near-miss-dislodged-grating-with-potential-fall-to-sea/ A section of Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) grating on a vessel dislodged and dropped to sea. Tue, 30 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0824-main-bell-wire-rope-damaged/ Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0824-main-bell-wire-rope-failed-destructive-test/ A main bell wire rope sample from a DSV failed to an adequate safety factor after 245 bell runs since installation. Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0824-lone-worker-collapsed-at-onshore-site/ A person collapsed at a workshop facility due to a non-work related, pre-existing medical condition. Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0824-a-reminder-on-watertight-doors/ Watertight doors that ought have been secured shut, were observed open during a safety walkaround. Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0824-uk-hse-worker-injured-by-falling-stack-of-batteries-in-flexible-intermediate-bulk-containers/ The UK Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has shared when an employee was severely injured after batteries weighing at least 300kg fell onto him. Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0724-loss-of-heading-control-on-an-fpu-during-diving-operations/ The only thruster in operation and available was the aft port thruster. Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0724-implosion-of-chemical-tank/ Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0724-uscg-hazard-from-discarded-munitions/ The US Coastguard (USCG) had published Safety Alert 02-24 relating to hazards presented by discarded ammunition. Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0724-person-injured-when-chain-hoist-container-failed-at-securing-point/ An overhead electric chain hoist container/box weighing approx. 30kg fell around 0.8m onto a crew member. Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0724-lti-person-slipped-climbing-out-of-tank/ A crew person was injured getting out of a fresh water tank on a vessel. Wed, 27 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0624-person-struck-and-injured-during-lifting-operations/ The incident occurred during decommissioning activities on board a spar, where a fire water pump skid had to be removed.  Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0624-person-pulled-to-deck-by-fall-arrest-harness/ A person was pulled to the deck of the moonpool platform. Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0624-high-potential-sea-water-inlet-pipe-leakage-in-engine-room/ Vessel crew noticed seawater ingress on a pipe very close to the inside of the hull.  Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0624-security-illegal-boarding-theft-while-the-vessel-at-anchor/ An intruder armed with a knife boarded a vessel at anchor in Luanda, Angola. Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0624-msf-chemical-handling-eye-burn/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) published a Safety Alert relating to someone injuring their eyes owing to chemical mishandling. Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0524-pipeline-end-manifold-yoke-dropped-from-45-position/ During adjustment of the yoke securing arrangement for a PLEM (Pipe Line End Manifold), the cargo strap failed resulting in the yoke falling and landing in its horizontal resting position. Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0524-lti-damage-and-personal-injury-arising-from-heavy-weather/ A weathertight door in the crane pedestal from the main deck to the crane room was forced open by a large wave. Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0524-crew-transfer-vessel-ctv-hit-protruding-scaffolding-on-a-supply-vessel/ A Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) came into contact with protruding scaffolding on an OSV. Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0524-heavy-equipment-fell-over-during-manual-handling/ During manual handling of a heavy control cabinet, the centre of gravity was compromised, and the cabinet fell over onto a crew member’s leg. Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0524-uk-hse-crane-boom-collapse/ The UK Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has fined an offshore drilling company after the catastrophic collapse of a crane boom. Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0424-unauthorised-entry-into-confined-space/ Personnel observed accessing a confined space in which welding was taking place. Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0424-hot-work-whilst-working-at-height-in-a-confined-space-job-was-stopped/ A third-party contractor’s welder was standing on the wooden platform (the actual height was over 1.80m) inside a confined space. Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0424-us-bsee-confined-space-entry-tank-cleaning/ The US Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published a Safety Alert on the trend of incidents with personnel cleaning tanks in confined spaces. Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0424-uscg-wire-rope-hazard-management-dropped-turbine-nacelle/ The US Coastguard (USCG) has shared an incident where a wire rope parted, causing a wind turbine nacelle weighing 69 tons to fall 2.2m. Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0424-vessel-damaged-in-contact-with-platform/ A CTV (crew transfer vessel) collided with a fixed platform when one of the engines failed. Mon, 19 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0324-us-bsee-are-your-emergency-procedures-and-equipment-good-enough/ The US Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published a Safety Alert on the readiness for medical evacuation. Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0324-high-potential-navigation-near-offshore-wind-turbines/ During survey operations, a chartered vessel entered a wind turbine safety zone on two separate occasions whilst attempting to achieve the closest approach line. Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0324-failure-of-self-righting-frame-on-fast-rescue-craft-frc/ During a routine rescue drill the self-righting frame assembly fell off the Fast Rescue Craft Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0324-fall-protection-defective-safety-harness/ Several points of failure were identified on and around the area of the plastic back pad of a harness. Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0324-msf-two-dropped-object-incidents/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) shared that a metal wedge was dislodged and fell between the gangway components, 13m to the deck below. Mon, 12 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0224-day-signal-mast-broke-off-and-fell-to-deck/ The Day Signal mast on the roof of the wheelhouse broke off and part of it weighing 35kg, fell 16m to the main deck. Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0224-person-injured-going-down-ladder/ A person was descending the fixed ladder of a carousel manhole lost his footing and fell approximately 87 cm, his helmet came off, and his head struck the edge of a steel structure. Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0224-lti-forklift-knocked-spooler-bar-onto-person-s-leg/ While helping with spooling operations at a third-party yard, a person was injured in the lower leg. Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0224-msf-lti-engineer-scalded/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has shared an incident where an engineer received severe scalding injuries while working in the engine room. Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0224-uk-maib-deep-fat-fryer-fire/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has shared an incident about a deep fat fryer which tripped while the equipment was heating up. Mon, 22 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0124-diver-in-the-bell-hit-by-falling-object/ A diver in the diving bell was hit and slightly injured by a water bottle containing a gallon of water. Tue, 09 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0124-divers-lifted-off-seabed-by-clump-weight/ Rapid change in depth had the potential to cause pressure induced injuries. Tue, 09 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0124-leak-in-hot-water-system-for-saturation-divers/ Divers Hot Water Unit had a water leak. Tue, 09 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0124-chain-hoist-paid-out-unsupervised-near-running-main-engine/ Motorman observed the hoist’s chain with hook to have “paid out” fully and created a dangerous condition near to main engine Tue, 09 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0124-uk-maib-workboat-collision-with-wind-turbine-platform/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has shared an incident which resulted in injuries and damage to the vessel. Tue, 09 Jan 2024 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2923-failure-of-personal-isolation-procedures-crane-became-damaged-when-it-was-used-inappropriately/ On a vessel in dry dock, a crane, which had been isolated for many days for work to be conducted by a third party, was used by crew unaware that the crane was out of use for maintenance. The crane was damaged as a result, leading to increased maintenance time and cost. Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2923-worker-cut-hand-on-broken-mirror/ Vessel crew member sustained a deep cut on the left thumb while attempting to repair a broken mirror Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2923-lti-finger-crushed-whilst-operating-safety-gate/ A crew member got his finger trapped in a hinged fall protection bar on a crane pedestal platform, causing serious injury Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2923-two-hand-injuries/ Backpack straps entangling with retaining bar caused abrupt closure of hatch, injuring Pilot's right hand Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2923-line-of-fire-near-miss-during-lifting-operations/ A member of the deck crew put themselves in the line of fire during landing of a structure on the back deck of a vessel. Mon, 18 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2823-ntsb-lithium-ion-battery-fire-destroys-vessel-bridge/ The National Transportation Safety Board of the United States (NTSB) has published report MIR-23-23 relating to a Lithium-ion battery fire aboard a tanker. Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2823-uk-maib-shifting-of-centre-of-gravity-of-load/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published Safety Digest 2/2023, consisting of lessons from recent Marine Accident Reports Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2823-uk-maib-electrician-injured-in-explosion/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published Safety Digest 2/2023, consisting of lessons from recent Marine Accident Reports. IMCA has reviewed the report and passes on to Members, as  some of the incidents in the MAIB report will be of interest. This is one of them. Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2823-lti-fingers-injured-during-fender-lifting-operation/ A crew member suffered severe injuries to two fingers during fender lifting operations Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2823-lti-gangway-collapsed/ LTI: gangway collapsed Wed, 06 Dec 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2723-case-study-confined-space-fatalities-due-to-hydrogen-sulphide/ This Safety Flash briefly summarises a recent case report on confined space fatalities on board an oil rig during work involving gas sampling/monitoring inside the “spud cans” of the rig. It is included as a reminder of the danger of  Hydrogen Sulphide and as a means to facilitate discussion. The full case study, prepared by Dr Ajit C Kulkarni, of Hyperbaric Solutions, Mumbai, India, can be found here. Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2723-case-study-saturation-diver-fatality-due-to-hydrogen-sulphide/ This summarises a 2021 case report on the earlier death of a saturation diver in the Bombay High oilfield, which occurred as a result of Hydrogen Sulphide poisoning. It is included as a reminder of the danger of Hydrogen Sulphide and as a means to facilitate discussion. Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2723-failure-of-proportional-valve-in-saturation-chamber-control/ Failure of proportional valve in saturation chamber control Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2723-compressed-air-rather-than-oxygen-supplied-to-divers/ Several divers were affected and two divers became ill when compressed air rather than oxygen was supplied to them by mistake on their Built in Breathing System (BIBS) Mon, 27 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2623-positive-master-stopped-unsafe-fuel-transfer-whilst-vessel-alongside-rig/ Hot work was being conducted in close proximity to a fuel transfer operation Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2623-vehicle-incident-driver-tiredness/ Vehicle drifted onto hard shoulder and crashed into the back of a stationary police vehicle Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2623-failure-of-ahc-cylinder-causing-oil-leak-to-deck/ Failure of AHC cylinder causing oil leak to deck Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2623-high-potential-near-miss-dropped-paraguard-stretcher-during-drill/ During a rescue from height /evacuation drill within the top of the main crane pedestal, a Paraguard stretcher (12 kg) slipped out from the dummy and fell approx. 50 m to the crane winch room below Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2623-high-potential-near-miss-crane-part-fell-to-deck/ During a vessel transit, a crew member discovered that one of the three Crane Whip Line Block Catcher Limit Switches (3.6 kg) had come away from the crane (not in use) and fallen 6.5 m to the deck. There were no injuries. Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2523-fire-in-rov-workshop/ Fire in ROV workshop Mon, 30 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2523-fire-fighting-equipment-in-poor-condition/ During a vessel audit, several 50kg wheeled dry powder fire extinguishers were discovered to have low pressure and heavy signs of corrosion Mon, 30 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2523-fire-extinguisher-fails-during-pressure-testing/ 5kg CO2 fire extinguisher rated to 200 bar failed during 300 bar hydrostatic pressure testing Mon, 30 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2523-serious-lti-person-struck-in-rigging-accident/ During loading of subsea hatch covers onto a vessel, a member of the rigging crew was struck and badly injured by a 55 Te shackle connected to a steel wire sling and fibre lifting sling, which formed part of the lifting arrangement used to lift the covers. Mon, 30 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2523-near-miss-dropped-object-during-lifeboat-testing/ Near miss: Dropped object during lifeboat testing Mon, 30 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2423-job-stopped-safely-safe-working-load-limits-exceeded/ Work was stopped during the practical evaluation portion of rigger training in an onshore industry. It was discovered that the application of eye-nuts was not consistent with their intended use.  Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2423-unprotected-openings-in-floor-grating-work-stopped/ Two workers removed grating panels at height on a horizontal lay system, in order to gain access to lift points for further removal of a lateral walkway section. The removed grating created an open hole with the likelihood that someone could have fallen through it. Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2423-uncertified-bosun-s-chairs/ A Member conducting management visits to vessels discovered three separate cases where “bosun’s chairs” or similar support structures for working at height activities related to painting and repair works, had been fabricated by crew from wooden boards and ropes.  Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2423-fire-in-the-laundry-room/ Fire broke out in an industrial tumble dryer in the laundry room of a Member's vessel Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2423-bsee-heat-related-illnesses-occurring-offshore/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published Safety Alert 467 relating to heat-related illnesses occurring offshore. Mon, 16 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2323-unsafe-flooring-led-to-man-overboard-fatality/ Examples of typical polymer grating systems and detail of various fittings Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2323-rope-access-technician-slipped-and-dislocated-shoulder/ Rope access technician lost grip after stepping on slippery handrail Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2323-lti-worker-fractured-arm-during-mooring-line-handling/ Crew member fracture arm while handling mooring line Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2323-serious-hand-injury-during-mooring-operations/ Crew member fracture arm while handling mooring line Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2323-lti-fingertip-pinched-by-wire-sling/ LTI – fingertip pinched by wire sling Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2223-fall-from-pilot-ladder/ While the vessel's crew was performing mandatory drills before leaving a shipyard, the Chief Officer slipped and fell from a pilot ladder onto a lifeboat, suffering minor bruising. Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2223-bsee-hazards-to-personnel-during-lifting-operations/ BSEE: Hazards to Personnel During Lifting Operations Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2223-uk-hse-worker-struck-in-the-face-by-a-crane-hook/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has fined a manufacturer after an employee lost an eye when he was struck in the face by a crane hook. Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2223-fatality-due-to-fire-incident-and-fall-from-height/ A rope access technician had a fatal fall from around 8.5 m while engaged in routine maintenance activities on a pipelay tower Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2223-finger-injury-while-setting-up-pipe-cutting-operation/ A crew member was setting up a pipe cutting machine in a vertical position to cut welding that was done on a jumper for repair, when they suffered a finger injury. Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2123-fatality-during-transfer-of-pipes/ Lifting operation: A person has been killed during the transfer of pipework between quay and vessel; the incident is still under investigation Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2123-getting-fall-arrest-equipment-right/ Despite a permit to work being in place for a crew member to work at height on a vessel, the length of fall arrest equipment was found to be greater than the height at which the crew member was working Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2123-paper-shredder-explosion/ Incorrect lubrication of blades in an office paper shredder caused it to explode; the shredder’s plastic bin was destroyed but no-one was harmed Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2123-msf-air-cylinder-high-pressure-discharge/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 23-10 relating to pillar valve failure of a breathing apparatus bottle Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2123-bsee-improper-use-and-application-of-high-pressure-hoses/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published Safety Alert 465 relating to the improper use and application of high-pressure hoses Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2023-lti-person-fractured-pelvis-in-a-fall-from-a-ladder/ Onboard a cargo vessel a crew member fell 4-5 metres from a temporary access ladder and fractured his pelvis; after surgery, the injured person needed at least three months to recover Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2023-caught-between-unplanned-movement-of-equipment-leads-to-severe-injuries/ A mechanic was caught in the door of a freight container by a tipped-over hose saddle weighing 3 tonnes; he sustained severe injuries that required surgery and was off work for more than 6 months Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2023-unplanned-rotation-of-drilling-machinery/ During scheduled maintenance of a large subsea drill, the drill bit started rotating unexpectedly; nobody was nearby at the time and no one was injured Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2023-chirp-crew-vigilance-prevents-mooring-incident/ The Confidential Human Factors Incident Reporting Programme (CHIRP ) has shared an event in which the careful vigilance of vessel crew prevented a mooring incident Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2023-msf-two-recent-dropped-object-incidents/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety alerts on two recent dropped object incidents, both of which have learning value for IMCA Members Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1923-unexpected-descent-and-ascent-of-mattress-lifting-frame/ While concrete mattresses were being moved using a mattress handling frame and the main crane, the frame began moving close to working divers with no intervention from the crane operator Thu, 03 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1923-high-potential-dropped-chain-assembly/ A chain assembly weighing 2.3 kg fell 10 m to deck, glancing the helmet of a person working below, but potentially causing fatal injuries Thu, 03 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1923-near-miss-with-high-pressure-gas-due-to-incorrect-procedures/ A crew narrowly avoided potentially serious problems with a high pressure gas supply by stopping and thinking things through Thu, 03 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1923-electrocution-incident-make-sure-electrical-equipment-is-safe/ A vessel cook received a mains electric shock when he simultaneously touched a metal bain-marie AND the messroom service window with both of his hands Thu, 03 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1923-msf-person-injured-falling-between-decks/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 23-06 relating to someone who fell 2 m between decks on an Anchor Handling Tug Supply (AHTS ) vessel alongside in port Thu, 03 Aug 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1823-restricted-air-supply-to-diver/ During a diver recovery drill, a contracted subsea company encountered significant issues that led to the standby diver momentarily losing his main air supply, which resulted in the diver going on bailout and the drill being aborted Mon, 24 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1823-lti-crew-member-fell-down-open-hatch/ During mooring, while attempting to secure the rope on the aft section of the vessel, a crew member stumbled and fell into an open hatchway, suffering three broken ribs, which led to a Lost Time Injury (LTI) Mon, 24 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1823-fire-in-diesel-generator-following-tests/ In the engine room of a vessel in port, fire broke out in a diesel generator undergoing maintenance by a third-party team; the generator was brought to a stop and the fire was put out Mon, 24 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1823-chain-caught-and-broke/ Crew were removing a hydrogen gland from a generator using a lifting attachment, two chain falls, and an overhead crane. One of the chain fall’s pull chains caught on a bolt on the top of the generator and broke. Mon, 24 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1823-bsee-overhaul-ball-falls-to-deck-resulting-in-high-potential-near-miss/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published Safety Alert 460 relating to a dropped object during lifting operations Mon, 24 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1723-serious-finger-injury-in-power-operated-watertight-sliding-door/ A crew person suffered a very serious finger injury in a watertight sliding door when the vessel rolled with the swell. Thu, 13 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1723-lti-serious-hand-injury-fingers-lost-in-unexpected-hatch-closure/ A crew member was badly injured when the engine room’s emergency hatch cover closed unexpectedly on his fingers Thu, 13 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1723-finger-injury-during-lifting-operations/ A Second Engineer went to assist crew members with positioning a pallet of cylinders for a lift operation, but got his right hand trapped below one of the cylinders - the middle finger was pinched and injured Thu, 13 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1723-finger-injury-during-shackle-handling/ During a pennant wire spooling operation, a crew member was trying to remove a 35 tonne SWL shackle from the pennant eye, but the shackle landed on his left-hand middle finger causing a crush injury 1.5cm long Thu, 13 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1723-hand-and-finger-injuries/ Hand and finger injuries comprise almost a fifth of the incidents and events submitted by IMCA members just in the last year Thu, 13 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1623-crew-member-in-small-boat-slipped-and-dislocated-shoulder/ A crew member kneeling down in a workboat was injured when the boat moved suddenly as a result of the sea state Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1623-small-boat-crew-exposed-to-fpso-process-water-discharge-fumes-and-aerosol/ During diving operations on a live FPSO, the deck crew on the Light Dive Craft (LDC) and Fast Rescue Craft (FRC) were exposed to fumes and aerosols from the FPSO process water discharge Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1623-lti-crew-person-cracked-shin-bone/ An engineer suffered a broken shin when he slipped taking a shortcut into the engine room Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1623-person-slipped-on-stairway-while-wearing-shoe-covers/ While descending a vessel staircase in safety boots with company-approved shoe covers on, a person slipped down approximately four steps on the staircase. The person had a firm grip on the handrail at the time and thereby prevented further slippage. The strain of preventing a worse fall caused muscular pain on the left side of their torso and their left shoulder. Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1623-bsee-lack-of-training-with-hydraulic-torque-wrench-contributes-to-fatality/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published Safety Alert 459 relating to a fatality which occurred on a drillship in the Gulf of Mexico. Sat, 01 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1523-lifting-chains-parted-hydrogen-embrittlement/ On a vessel involved in project demobilisation, three of four lifting chains on a load parted while the load was being lifted. Wed, 21 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1523-davit-hook-failures/ A member reports two separate instances where a workboat davit hook, and life raft davit hook components, have failed. Wed, 21 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1523-sheave-became-detached-during-lifting-operations/ During recovery operations of marine geophysical sensors, a sheave parted from a swivel connection on the A-frame Wed, 21 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1523-near-miss-personnel-transfer-basket-hit-structure/ While transferring two personnel to a platform using the vessel crane, the base bumper of the personnel transfer basket came into contact with the helipad netting rail of the platform Wed, 21 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1523-bsee-a-warning-on-tagline-entanglement/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published Safety Alert 461 relating to recent tagline entanglements which have resulted in several High Potential near misses Wed, 21 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1423-maib-high-pressure-oil-leak-causes-a-fire-in-the-engine-room/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published Safety Digest 1/2023, consisting of lessons from recent Marine Accident Reports. IMCA has reviewed the digest and here passes on for members interest some but not all of the incidents in it. Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1423-maib-gantry-crane-wire-parted-causing-injury/ A gantry crane hoist wire parted causing a load to drop, causing injury and damage to equipment Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1423-maib-a-heavy-sheave-fell-over-causing-an-lti/ A bosun suffered a broken leg when a heavy sheave he was trying to manoeuvre, fell against him Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1423-maib-who-is-in-control/ Control was lost of a vessel and it almost ran aground. Fortunately, the crew were able to regain control before the vessel (a ferry) grounded, and the voyage continued safely. Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1423-maib-lithium-ion-battery-fire/ Water got into lithium-ion batteries in equipment for use subsea, causing an explosion Mon, 12 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1323-loss-of-redundancy-in-diving-bell-launch-and-recovery-lars-plc-system/ During vessel transit to an offshore field, Dive Technicians on a routine walkaround noticed an alarm from the dive bell Launch and Recovery System (LARS). Investigation indicated loss of automatic (LARS) PLC redundancy caused by failure of one of the PLC fibre optic processor synchronisation links. This resulted in the loss of normal operation and increased the risk of single point failure of the LARS. Wed, 24 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1323-hand-injury-in-medical-airlock/ A Life Support Technician (LST) suffered a finger injury whilst operating the medical airlock (“Med-lock”) on a dive chamber Wed, 24 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1323-painter-line-snapped-and-hit-crew-member-in-the-face/ A painter line snapped during towing operations; the flying end struck a worker in the face and destroyed his safety glasses. Wed, 24 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1323-msf-disposable-vape-self-ignition/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 23-03 relating to an incident where an e-cigarette (“vape”) caused a small fire Wed, 24 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1323-hand-injury-while-using-manual-torque-tool/ A Project Engineer injured his hand while using a manual torque wrench with force multiplier attached Wed, 24 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1223-differential-pressure-dummy-choke-ejected-close-to-divers/ A dummy choke insert was ejected from a water injection (WI) tree by force of differential pressure, while two divers were working nearby; neither diver was in the direct line of fire; both were unharmed Tue, 16 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1223-crane-boom-stopper-fell-to-main-deck/ A knuckle boom stopper pad fell to the main deck directly below the knuckle boom; no personnel were injured - however, there was potential for serious or fatal injury Tue, 16 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1223-fire-alarm-activation-in-engine-room/ A supply vessel was operating within the 500m safety zone of an offshore platform when fire broke out in the engine room, causing a little damage but no harm to personnel. An alarm activated on the vessel’s fire alarm control panel, indicating a fire in the starboard side engine room cement compartment.  Tue, 16 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1223-bsee-swing-rope-transfers/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published Safety Alert 456 relating to the dangers inherent to swing rope transfers. The BSEE notes that “personnel transfers using swing ropes and baskets present a considerable risk for offshore workers.” The use of swing ropes is not permitted in some parts of the world. Tue, 16 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1223-close-approach-of-ahts-vessel-to-offshore-rig/ During anchor handling operations for an offshore rig, the stern of an Anchor Handling Tug Supply (AHTS) vessel was pulled to starboard, resulting in a bow side close approach to a mooring line Tue, 16 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1123-uncontrolled-movement-of-spreader-bar/ A vessel was set up alongside a barge in preparation for the subsea deployment of a 16″ (40cm) spool. The spreader bar sea-fastenings were removed by the deck crew and as the crane raised the rigging, the spreader bar rotated uncontrollably causing it to fall from its supports, with the forward end landing on deck and aft end landing on the spool Wed, 03 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1123-inspection-notice-from-crosby-on-certain-products/ The Crosby Group has asked IMCA to circulate the following information as part of a Safety Flash Wed, 03 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1123-equipment-starts-unexpectedly/ A high-voltage AC unit was locked out / tagged out for routine maintenance by three mechanics, but started up unexpectedly Wed, 03 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1123-near-miss-steam-and-water-released-from-filter/ Steam and water were unexpectedly released from a filter when a mechanic was cleaning out strainers from a boiler circulation pump Wed, 03 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1123-maintenance-and-control-of-fire-doors/ A Member has discovered instances of mandatory fire doors onboard their vessels being  in a poor state of maintenance, and in some cases modified to alter the closing mechanism or tied back to prevent closing Wed, 03 May 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1023-bsee-person-injured-when-safety-mechanisms-failed/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published Safety Alert 455 relating to an incident in which a third-party contract operator sandblasting offshore was injured when a temporary air dryer used for sandblasting operations recoiled and broke the safety cable. Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1023-dropped-spanner-falls-15-m/ During work at height, a spanner became disconnected from its DROPS protection lanyard whilst crew were working in an area outside the installed protective netting. The spanner then fell to deck 15 metres below. Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1023-equipment-damage-dropped-object-from-tiltable-lay-system/ During function testing of a tensioner on a pipelay system, a bracket weighing 10.5 kg fell 16 m to deck. The tensioner doors had to be moved into the firing line, closed, and then retracted to the parked position. Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1023-near-miss-personnel-nearly-struck-by-rotating-chain-attached-to-flexible-pipe/ During a transfer of the second end of a 4" (10 cm) production flexible, the production flexible began rotating due to residual torsion that had built up within the line. A 16.5te chain attached to the pull-in head also began spinning. Two nearby crew members who were observing the operation were almost struck by the spinning chain. Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1023-near-miss-messroom-fridge-fell-over-during-rough-seas/ During transit through heavy seas, a fridge tore loose from the messroom wall and fell on its side. Thu, 20 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0923-lti-finger-injury-during-mooring-operations/ An AB got his left index finger trapped between a bitt and a mooring rope, resulting in a broken finger and 45 days off work. The incident occurred during un-mooring at the end of a ship-to-ship refuelling operation. Tue, 04 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0923-crew-member-trapped-his-left-index-finger-in-watertight-door/ A visual alarm on the bridge indicated that a watertight door near one of the engine rooms was open. Following this, during testing of the watertight door, a fitter’s left index finger was pinched between the moving door edge and door frame, causing small abrasions to the index finger. Tue, 04 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0923-hand-injury-from-portable-grinder/ During flowline fabrication work at a spool base, a subcontract worker received a 3cm laceration to the hand while using a portable grinder Tue, 04 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0923-cut-and-bruise-to-right-hand-whilst-pressure-testing/ A technician was pressure testing hydraulic hoses when a release of pressure occurred, knocking his hand onto the wall of the test kit, resulting in a laceration to the palm and a bruise to the back of his right hand. Tue, 04 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0923-lti-hand-injury-in-galley/ In a vessel alongside at Christmas, the cook was preparing meat when his knife slipped and jabbed the top left part of the palm of his left hand, causing a serious laceration Tue, 04 Apr 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0823-serious-lti-crew-member-slipped-on-deck-breaking-his-leg/ Three engineering crew members were involved in the manual handling of a bunker hose from an upper storage area to a lower deck storage area accessed via a spiral staircase. One of the engineers slipped on a greasy area of the deck breaking his right leg (fibula or calf bone) in the fall. Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0823-head-injury-when-crew-member-fell-over-in-bathroom-during-heavy-weather/ A vessel crew member lost balance, tripped and hit his head against the towel rail in his cabin bathroom while the vessel was rolling violently; five stitches were required to close the wound Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0823-person-slipped-when-exiting-bathroom-into-cabin/ A crew member stepped out of the bathroom onto the cabin mat, when the mat slipped resulting in the crew member falling backwards, striking his lower back on the base of the bathroom door frame. Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0823-leak-of-oil-based-mud/ A vessel was preparing to transfer oil-based mud to the shore base. The shore base team began pressure testing their hose to ensure there was no leakage, but during the test about 20-25 litres of mud came out of the tank ventilation. Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0823-life-raft-secured-incorrectly-on-cradle/ During an onshore visit to a vessel, a life raft was observed to be attached/connected incorrectly to the life raft cradle. The life raft painter rope was connected to the cradle instead of to the weak link on the Hydrostatic Release Unit. Mon, 27 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0723-lift-bag-near-miss/ During the over-boarding of a spool, a lift bag while being inflated, ascended through the engineered rigging arrangement and was caught by the contingency rigging. Our Member considered this incident to have had the potential for a serious injury or fatality. Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0723-finger-crushed-under-tether-management-system-tms-protection-guard/ A worker suffered a crushed finger when the protection guard of a Saab Seaeye TMS8 Tether Management System fell on their finger. The worker was closing and securing the protection guard and lost grip on the guard. Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0723-sudden-and-uncontrollable-move-of-ar-head/ Abandonment and Recovery (A&R) head was being prepared for welding at the end of offshore pipeline installation operations. As final adjustments were being made, the A&R head assembly was moved upwards and then ejected in an uncontrolled manner from the pipe end. Mon, 13 Mar 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0623-ineffective-crane-stinger-hook-pin-installation-bsee/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published Safety Report 452 relating to a high-potential dropped object incident on a Gulf of Mexico energy facility Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0623-poor-control-of-work-in-dry-dock/ A member reports several cases of hot work and other activities being conducted by contractors on a vessel hull during dry dock/maintenance activities, in which the work was not fully or appropriately under the control of vessel management Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0623-battery-explosion-during-routine-maintenance/ A Chief Engineer suffered minor injuries in a battery explosion when disconnecting a cable from the battery; the incident occurred onboard a harbour tug Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0623-near-miss-foreign-body-in-diver-s-helmet-resulting-in-fall-of-gas-pressure/ During a routine dive at a depth of 18 m (60’), the diver reported to the Dive Supervisor a drop in breathing gas pressure; on returning to the vessel and removing the helmet, a foreign body was found in the demand valve chamber section of the helmet regulator Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0623-compressor-fire/ Fire broke out in in a 25bar high flow diesel-driven screw compressor installed on the back deck of a diving support vessel operating within the 500m zone of an offshore platform Mon, 27 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0523-lti-person-crushed-in-watertight-door/ An electrician was crushed and severely injured while working on a watertight door on a vessel. Thu, 16 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0523-lti-finger-crushed-while-moving-mobile-gantry-crane/ A crew member suffered a crushed index finger during manual handling of heavy equipment. Thu, 16 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0523-lti-crew-member-crushed-finger-when-opening-fire-flap/ A crew member injured his finger while opening an emergency fire flap. The incident occurred after an annual test of the deluge system during which the emergency fire flaps had to be closed. Thu, 16 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0523-high-potential-incident-person-struck-by-yokohama-fender/ While a Yokohama fender was being lifted onboard a vessel in harbour, a crewman came within the line of fire between the fender and bumper bars protecting an electrical services panel; he was struck and injured as the fender moved Thu, 16 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0523-lti-carbon-monoxide-co-poisoning-during-oxy-acetylene-brazing/ Crew member was repairing a broken valve, part of the Freon pipe system for refrigeration Thu, 16 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0423-uncertified-lifting-gear-found-in-use/ A number of shackles and other lifting equipment were observed in use onboard a vessel with no certification or inspection reports available Thu, 09 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0423-high-potential-near-miss-uncontrollable-movement-of-auxiliary-whip-line/ Crane's block and hook were ejected forward until they hit a stair railing, approx. 4 m forward of the sheave; they then fell approx. 3 m to the deck, and bounced before coming to rest Thu, 09 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0423-dropped-objects-in-dry-dock/ A member reports two dropped object incidents during a vessel dry-dock, both with serious injury potential. Thu, 09 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0423-air-hose-connection-failure/ An air supply hose on an air-driven tugger winch snapped out under pressure from the cam lock adapter. Thu, 09 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0423-electrolytic-corrosion-failure-of-fire-hose-couplings/ Electrolytic corrosion: Failure of fire hose couplings Thu, 09 Feb 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0323-diving-instructor-killed-incorrect-valve-threads/ During a dive, the valve came loose from the diving cylinder and fatally hit the diving instructor Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0323-near-miss-pilot-ladder-side-rope-failed/ Whilst undertaking pilot boarding operations during the hours of darkness, a side rope on the pilot ladder parted while being weight tested by the pilot. Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0323-lti-finger-injury-during-davit-test/ LTI - Finger injury during davit test Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0323-small-fire-following-hot-work/ On a Member’s vessel alongside, a small fire started following hot work conducted by the client’s welding sub-contractors. Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0323-single-point-failure-resulting-in-a-dropped-object/ A small part weighing 0.3 kg fell 20 metres from an OMC-160 wind speed and direction sensor installed on a vessel’s main mast Wed, 18 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0223-umbilical-management-near-miss/ Diver discovered that his umbilical was trapped and was able to free it himself. Wed, 11 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0223-lost-rov-incident/ A number of incidents have been reported where loads have been dropped during subsea operations. Wed, 11 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0223-blocked-emergency-exit-hatch/ An engine room emergency exit hatch could not be opened Wed, 11 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0223-serious-hand-injury-msf/ Serious hand injury during mooring operations Wed, 11 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0223-incorrect-gangway-rigging/ A member reports several cases of gangways being rigged incorrectly. Wed, 11 Jan 2023 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2922-maib-engine-room-fire-flashover/ MAIB: Engine room fire flashover Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2922-clogged-tumble-dryer-exhaust-fan-potential-for-fire/ Clogged tumble-dryer exhaust fan – potential for fire Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2922-dummy-hot-stab-ejected-during-leak-investigation/ Dummy hot stab ejected during leak investigation Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2922-near-miss-load-lifted-without-notice-putting-crew-in-the-line-of-fire/ Near miss: load lifted without notice putting crew in the line of fire Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2922-open-toed-shoes-on-an-escalator-not-work-related/ Open toed shoes on an escalator (not work related) Wed, 21 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2822-maib-worker-falls-between-vessel-and-quay/ MAIB: Worker falls between vessel and quay Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2822-accidental-swallowing-of-paint-thinners/ Accidental swallowing of paint thinners Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2822-near-miss-pipe-dropped-from-pipe-supports/ Near miss: pipe dropped from pipe supports Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2822-oil-tank-sight-glass-push-buttons-wired-open/ Oil tank sight glass push buttons wired open Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2822-bsee-unsafe-chemical-use-and-disposal/ BSEE: Unsafe chemical use and disposal Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2722-maib-pinkie-is-no-longer-perkie/ MAIB: “pinkie is no longer perkie” Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2722-lti-person-suffered-serious-crush-injuries/ LTI: person suffered serious crush injuries Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2722-lti-burns-to-forearms/ LTI: burns to forearms Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2722-lti-foot-trapped-between-pipes/ LTI: Foot trapped between pipes Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2722-maib-a-scalding-injury/ MAIB: A scalding injury Wed, 30 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2622-maib-flooding-and-sinking-of-the-survey-workboat-bella/ MAIB: Flooding and sinking of the survey workboat Bella Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2622-vessel-collision-with-underwater-objects-in-harbour/ Vessel collision with underwater objects in harbour Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2622-oil-leakage-from-vessel-crane-onto-quayside/ Oil leakage from vessel crane onto quayside Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2622-bsee-a-note-on-repetitive-strain-injuries/ BSEE: A note on repetitive strain injuries Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2622-connection-failure-during-lifting-operation/ Connection failure during lifting operation Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2522-bsee-hazards-associated-with-cranes-on-idle-facilities/ BSEE: Hazards associated with cranes on idle facilities Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2522-bsee-unsafe-crane-working-practices-result-in-injury/ BSEE: Unsafe crane working practices result in injury Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2522-uscg-hidden-corrosion-on-deck-fittings-can-cause-dangerous-failures/ USCG: Hidden corrosion on deck fittings can cause dangerous failures Thu, 10 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2522-maib-mv-teal-bay-mooring-fatality/ MAIB: mv Teal Bay mooring fatality Tue, 08 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2522-failure-of-moorings-during-heavy-weather/ Failure of moorings during heavy weather Tue, 08 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2422-focus-on-third-party-dropped-objects/ Focus on third-party dropped objects Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2422-hydraulic-oil-leak-to-sea-from-downline-fitting/ Hydraulic Oil Leak to Sea from Downline Fitting Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2422-bsee-poor-preparation-prior-to-hot-work-leads-to-fires/ BSEE: Poor preparation prior to hot work leads to fires Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2422-failure-to-plan-properly-electrician-sustains-serious-burns-uk-hse/ Failure to plan properly: electrician sustains serious burns (UK HSE) Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2422-live-sub-surface-power-cable-inadvertently-cut/ Live sub-surface power cable inadvertently cut Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2422-near-miss-oily-rag-activated-smoke-sensor-in-vessel-laundry-area/ Near miss: oily rag activated smoke sensor in vessel laundry area Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2322-serious-injury-during-mooring-operations-rope-parted/ Serious injury during mooring operations: rope parted Mon, 24 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2322-failure-of-slings-during-loading-operations/ Failure of slings during loading operations Mon, 24 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2322-bsee-stored-energy-in-slings-causes-multiple-injuries/ BSEE: Stored Energy in Slings Causes Multiple Injuries Mon, 24 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2322-damage-to-chain-hoist-subsea/ Damage to chain hoist subsea Mon, 24 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2322-unsafe-transportation-and-packing-arrangements/ Unsafe transportation and packing arrangements Mon, 24 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2222-diver-finger-injury-scrubber-blower-fan/ A diver suffered a minor hand injury when he put his hand on part of a fan which should not have been exposed. Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2222-bsee-unsecured-pressurised-hoses-result-in-hand-injuries/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement BSEE) has published Safety Alert No. 442 relating to hand injuries caused by handling unsecured pressurised hoses during coil tubing operations. Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2222-cook-s-arm-scalded-while-removing-food-from-oven/ Whilst removing a tray, scalding hot water (condensed steam) on the surface of the lid dripped onto cook’s arm. Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2222-lti-fractured-finger-during-anchor-handling/ A crew member suffered a serious finger injury when he got his finger trapped. Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2222-lti-person-struck-by-uncontrolled-swing-in-chain/ An anchor chain swung unexpectedly across the deck and hit a crew member, causing an injury to his foot resulting in an LTRI. Mon, 03 Oct 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2122-bsee-green-hats-training-and-supervision-of-short-service-employees/ The United States Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement has published Safety Alert #440. Mon, 26 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2122-american-pi-club-vessel-grounding-fatigue-was-a-factor/ The American P&I Club, as part of its “Good Catch” safety series, has published a bulletin relating to a towing vessel grounding in which fatigue was a factor. Mon, 26 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2122-maib-capsize-and-sinking-of-fishing-vessel-joanna-c-vessel-stability/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published Accident Investigation Report 7/2022 into the capsize and sinking with loss of life, of the fishing vessel Joanna C. Mon, 26 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2022-lti-diver-suffered-crush-injury-to-finger/ A diver sustained a crush injury to his finger. Mon, 05 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2022-high-potential-incident-foot-trapped-under-ram-cylinder/ A person almost had his foot crushed by a ram cylinder on a pipeline coating machine. Mon, 05 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2022-fall-leading-to-serious-personal-injury/ A crew member suffered a fall leading to concussion and other serious injuries. Mon, 05 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2022-chemical-burns-to-body/ CHIRP Maritime, an industry charity facilitating confidential incident reporting from seafarers, has published its Annual Digest 2021. Mon, 05 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2022-personal-injury-burns-from-hot-engine-oil-to-body-and-face/ CHIRP Maritime, an industry charity facilitating confidential incident reporting from seafarers, has published its Annual Digest 2021. Mon, 05 Sep 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1922-third-party-truck-not-in-appropriate-or-safe-condition/ Trucks to be used for the pipes were inspected and several defects identified. Tue, 26 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1922-machinery-breakdown-leads-to-a-collision/ CHIRP Maritime, an industry charity facilitating confidential incident reporting from seafarers, has published its Annual Digest 2021. Tue, 26 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1922-equipment-found-live-drawings-incorrect-for-lock-outtag-out/ During an inspection, it was discovered that the heaters were still live and energized. Tue, 26 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1922-msf-co2-system-left-non-operational-after-servicing/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Alert 22-10 relating to an important safety system being left non-operational after it was serviced. Tue, 26 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1922-accidental-release-of-free-fall-lifeboat/ The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) has published Safety investigation report M20P0353 relating to the accidental release of a free-fall lifeboat from a bulk carrier. Tue, 26 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1822-flash-fire-on-oxygen-gas-quad-hose/ There was a flash fire on an Oxygen hose line onboard a DSV. Fri, 22 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1822-damage-to-flexible-riser/ During deployment of a water injection riser from a vessel, damage to the outer coating occurred when it came into contact with the sharp edge of the flare in the moonpool area. Fri, 22 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1822-uscg-unexpected-dangers-lifeboat-remote-control-wires/ The United States Coastguard (USCG) has published Safety Alert 07-22 which addresses the importance of visually inspecting lifeboat and davit installations. Fri, 22 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1822-a-focus-on-journey-management/ A member reports two serious vehicle incidents, in Brazil and in the Netherlands, which resulted in only minor injuries but could have had much worse outcomes. Fri, 22 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1822-mixing-of-cleaning-chemicals/ A worker was exposed to chemical vapours which resulted in breathing discomfort. Fri, 22 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0222-bailout-manifold-failure/ A diving bell bailout manifold failed under pressure. Wed, 20 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1722-broken-chinese-finger/ Chinese Finger broke, resulting in the auxiliary hoist wire falling down into the cargo hold. Thu, 14 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1722-incorrect-operations-result-in-failure-of-hoist/ An 800kg load to fall to deck from a height of 1 metre. Thu, 14 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1722-man-overboard-from-anchor-handler-tug/ A crew member lost balance and fell overboard. Thu, 14 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1722-don-t-assume-verify-and-check/ Serious control of work related accidents and near misses, in which a common cause across them all was seen to be ASSUMPTIONS being made without VERIFICATION checks being performed. Thu, 14 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1722-iogp-squeezed-hand-due-to-unintentional-activation-of-winch/ IOGP has published Safety Alert #336 relating to a squeezed hand due to the unintentional activation of a winch. Thu, 14 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1622-bseeuscg-dealing-with-extreme-weather-events/ The United States Coastguard (USCG) and Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) have each published a joint Safety Alert relating to the reasons for a drillship’s unsuccessful attempts to avoid a hurricane. Mon, 04 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1622-american-pi-club-extreme-bollard-pull/ he American P&I Club, as part of it’s “Good Catch” safety series, has published learnings from an incident where bollards were pulled right out of the ground of the dock by the vessel. Mon, 04 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1622-lost-time-injuries-due-to-a-failed-mooring-line/ Three crew members were gathered at the stern of the vessel when the port aft mooring line failed. It ‘snapped back’, striking and injuring two of them. Mon, 04 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1622-lti-struck-when-anchor-wire-end-pulled-free-of-drum-clamps/ A person was seriously injured when he was struck by the end of a 58mm anchor wire. Mon, 04 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1622-damage-to-bulwarks-during-overboarding-of-mattresses/ During a lifting operation, mattresses hit the port side bulwarks causing damage. Mon, 04 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1522-fatal-crush-incident-between-platform-supply-vessel-and-fast-rescue-craft-2012/ Fatal crush injury brought to our attention again following a further report published by the Scottish government. Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1522-high-potential-electric-shock-near-miss/ Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1522-fire-at-sea-some-timely-reminders-safety4sea/ The online safety magazine Safety4sea has published an article entitled "Twckling fire onboard: Where we stand." Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1522-ntsb-watertight-doors-vessel-sank-after-flooding/ The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of the United States has published findings from an investigation into the flooding and sinking of a towing vessel. Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1522-infection-a-scratched-elbow-turns-into-an-lti/ A technician banged an elbow which caused an infection, leading to and LTI. Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1422-crosby-important-safety-notice-for-78-65t-anchor-shackles/ Fri, 10 Jun 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1322-surface-decompression-near-miss/ Following a SURDO2 42msw/40min dive, the depth of the chamber was unintentionally decreased from 12msw to 5msw. Tue, 31 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1322-near-miss-grinder-disc-rotation-set-up-in-the-wrong-direction/ In preparation for a forthcoming dive a GR29 underwater grinder was requested to be set up by the topside technician to be used for left-handed cutting to assist in gaining access to the cut. Tue, 31 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1322-uscg-exceeding-electrical-duty-rating-can-lead-to-failure/ The United States Coastguard (USCG) has published Safety Alert 03-22 relating to the importance of verifying the condition and electrical duty ratings of the motor starter contactors. Tue, 31 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1322-searchlight-fell-from-vessel-during-heavy-weather/ The starboard wing searchlight became detached from its mounting bracket in heavy weather. Tue, 31 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1322-msf-corrosion-in-fire-fighting-equipment/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 22-09 relating to observations involving the CO2 firefighting system onboard a vessel. Tue, 31 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1222-explosion-hot-work-in-a-flammable-atmosphere-transport-malta/ Thu, 12 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1222-process-safety-fundamentals-iogp-step-change/ Step Change in Safety has created a “Safety Moment” based on IOGP’s Process Safety Fundamentals with the inclusion of relevant incident examples. Thu, 12 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1222-iogp-dropped-object-with-potential-for-injury-riser-release/ IOGP have released Safety Alert 334 relating to a dropped object incident during drilling operations on a Jack-up Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit. Thu, 12 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1222-safe-use-of-ladders-and-stepladders/ The Ladder Association, in co-operation with the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published Guidance Document LA455 on the safe use of ladders and stepladders. Thu, 12 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1222-this-is-not-a-drill-an-lti-during-a-drill-msf/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) reports in Safety Alert 22-08 an incident in which someone was injured during a drill. Thu, 12 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1122-riggers-injured-while-disconnecting-rigging/ Wed, 04 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1122-near-miss-floor-plate-fell-from-main-mast-during-storm/ A floor plate fell from the main mast to the deck during a storm. Wed, 04 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1122-maib-loss-of-containers-overboard-task-seen-as-routine/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has completed a preliminary assessment into an incident where 34 containers were lost overboard. Wed, 04 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1122-maintenance-and-painting-two-incidents/ A member reports two incidents in which something went wrong owing to failures in the maintenance process. Wed, 04 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1122-msf-manual-handling-injury-during-bulk-hose-operations/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 22/07 regarding an incident where a crewman was injured during hose handling operations. Wed, 04 May 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1022-communications-lti-finger-injury-during-lifting-operations/ During demobilization lifting operations, a rigger’s right ring finger was crushed between the crane hook and a lifting eye. Thu, 21 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1022-cobra-system-hose-coupling-cross-threaded/ During diving operations, diver 1’s right-hand COBRA hose had a “champagne” leak coming from the connection at the hat. Thu, 21 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1022-diver-experienced-an-air-flow-restriction/ At the beginning of an air dive at 23msw, a diver experienced an air flow restriction. Thu, 21 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1022-subsea-transponder-wire-parted/ A tripod positioning transponder wire parted from the tripod framework. Thu, 21 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1022-maib-blockage-of-fixed-co2-fire-extinguishing-system-pilot-hoses/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published Safety Bulletin 1/2022 into a fire on board a roll-on/roll-off cargo ship in September 2021. Thu, 21 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0922-maib-safety-digest-12022/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch has published Safety Digest - Lessons from Marine Accident Reports 1/2022. Fri, 08 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0922-usb-power-bank-lithium-battery-fire/ USB battery bank (containing Lithium-polymer batteries) charging on the desk in crew members dayroom was on fire. Fri, 08 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0922-uscg-lithium-battery-fire/ The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has published Safety Alert 01-22 relating to a Lithium battery fire in a freight container whilst en route to a port for trans-shipment to a vessel. Fri, 08 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0922-uk-hse-worker-died-following-fall-from-crane-platform/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has prosecuted a company after an electrician died in a fall of approximately eight metres when an access panel on the raised walkway of an overhead crane gave way beneath him. Fri, 08 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0922-riggers-strucktrapped-by-pipe-section/ A pipe section being lowered into position unexpectedly moved sideways, striking two riggers. Fri, 08 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0822-mooring-near-miss-guide-roller-pin-suffered-material-failure/ A deck stand guide roller pin suffered material failure. Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0822-american-pi-club-fire-started-from-cutting-torch-work/ The excellent American P&I Club “Good Catch” safety briefing series has published a briefing on a fire that started as a result of hot work. Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0822-ntsb-dangerous-engine-failure-improper-torquing/ The National Transportation Safety Board of the United States (NTSB) has published Marine Investigation Report 22/06 relating to a Diesel generator engine failure. Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0822-msf-unsafe-cargo-transfer-using-pallets/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) reports in Safety Alert 22-06 that an MSF member reported two separate incidents during deck cargo transfer operations involving pallets. Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0822-uk-hse-worker-falls-from-height-during-oil-platform-decommissioning/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has prosecuted a civil engineering company after a worker suffered life threatening injuries after falling 15 metres when a platform he was working on unexpectedly collapsed. Fri, 01 Apr 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0722-maib-unexploded-ordnance-subsea-explosion-causes-injury-and-damage/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published its Accident Report 1/2022 into a subsea explosion which damaged crab potting vessel Galwad-Y-Mor on 15 December 2020. Tue, 22 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0722-maib-flooding-capsize-and-foundering-of-small-vessel-after-issues-with-towing-wires/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published its Accident Report 2/2022 into the loss of a fishing boat in August 2020. Tue, 22 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0722-overcoming-language-barriers/ Safety4Sea has published an excellent article on issues with language barriers at sea. Tue, 22 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0722-msf-contact-between-vessel-and-offshore-installation/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 22-02 relating to a collision between a standby vessel and an offshore installation. Tue, 22 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0722-stored-energy-release-two-fatalities-with-tyres-iogp/ An IOGP member reports two separate incidents, both with fatal outcomes and related to maintenance/changing of tyres on vehicles. Tue, 22 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0622-fatal-fall-from-collapsing-scaffolding-on-a-merchant-vessel/ A sailor was killed in a fall from collapsing scaffolding. Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0622-non-fatal-man-overboard-incident/ A pilot being transferred on the mooring boat attempted to disembark by jumping across the quayside fender before the vessel, missed the fender and fell into the water. Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0622-line-of-fire-pinched-finger-between-door-and-frame/ A finger was pinched between the door frame of an ROV control van as it swung closed. Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0622-get-it-fixed-deteriorated-seals-on-emergency-hatch/ Deteriorated seals were found on a number of hatches during an inspection. Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0622-msf-foreign-object-in-eye/ The Marine Safety Forum reports in Safety Alert 21-20 that a worker got debris in his eye whilst paint chipping. Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0522-permit-to-work-and-isolation-procedure-not-followed/ An electrician installed fuses on a 930V DC electrical system while the system was live. Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0522-msf-lti-fall-from-height-control-of-work-during-simops/ The Marine Safety Forum published Safety Alert 21-18 relating to an incident where someone fell from the bridge deck to the deck below. Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0522-uk-hse-poor-control-of-work-worker-suffered-serious-injuries/ An individual supervisor – not the company – has been sentenced for safety breaches after a worker became entangled in a conveyor belt sustaining serious injuries to his hand and arm. Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0522-fractured-finger-while-handling-metal-plates/ A crew member suffered a pinch injury to his right hand baby finger, resulting in a distal fracture. Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0522-uk-hse-liquid-petroleum-gas-lpg-leak/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) reports that the operator of the UK’s largest oil refinery has been fined for health and safety breaches after a leak of liquid petroleum gas (LPG) was discovered. Mon, 28 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0422-equipment-on-quay-damaged-when-vessel-started-listing/ During an inspection using a “cherry picker” the vessel slowly listed, causing the pipelay tower to come into contact with the cherry picker basket. Thu, 10 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0422-uk-hse-offshore-crane-boom-hoist-failures/ The UK HSE (Health and Safety Executive) have published an alert relating to two incidents that occurred offshore, involving the failure of crane boom hoist ropes, resulting in the crane booms falling onto the deck below. Thu, 10 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0422-cargo-shifted-during-heavy-weather/ Moderate to heavy rolling caused strapping holding stacks of cargo to break. Thu, 10 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0422-ntsb-engine-failure-leads-to-fire-aboard-offshore-supply-vessel/ The National Transportation Safety Board of the United States (NTSB) has published a report into a diesel generator engine failure and subsequent fire aboard an offshore supply vessel (OSV) in December 2020. Thu, 10 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0422-ntsb-failure-to-disconnect-and-secure-vehicle-batteries-led-to-fire/ The National Transportation Safety Board of the United States (NTSB) has published a report into a fire aboard a vehicle carrier. Thu, 10 Feb 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0322-near-miss-divers-umbilical-drawn-beneath-a-load/ Suction from a large glass-reinforced plastic cover during lifting resulted in a diver’s umbilical being drawn beneath the load. Fri, 28 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0322-incorrect-as-built-drawing-configuration/ A subsea asset’s actual jumper configuration differed from the data received from the client. Fri, 28 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0322-engine-room-fire-on-a-ferry/ The Bahamas Maritime Authority has published a report into an engine room fire on board the ferry Pride of Hull in October 2020. Fri, 28 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0322-radio-interference-from-damaged-equipment-affects-other-vessels/ Radio frequency interference to the vessel’s GNSS systems was reported by a surveyor. Fri, 28 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0322-life-raft-lashing-parted-in-rough-weather/ Lashing on a life raft gave way due to wear on stitching on the strap eye. Fri, 28 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0222-master-links-came-free-from-lifeboat-release-hooks-releasing-the-lifeboat/ While in the water, the fore and then the aft master links, connecting the lifeboat to its falls, became disconnected in an uncontrolled way.  Thu, 20 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0222-three-bolts-sheared-on-a-lifting-trunnion/ A hatch cover weighing 44kg fell approximately 0.5m after the securing screws had sheared. Thu, 20 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0222-hose-management-and-chemicals-crew-person-felt-ill/ Whilst filling a bucket from a hose, someone was adversely affected by the contents of the hose. Thu, 20 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0222-chemical-reaction-person-injured-during-grouting-operations/ One member of the team received first degree burns to his two knees and left calf during cleaning. Thu, 20 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0122-american-pi-club-unfamiliarity-with-semi-portable-fire-extinguishers/ As part of its Good Catch for Seafarers safety guidance, the American P&I Club has published an alert which highlights the importance of familiarity with fire-fighting equipment. Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0122-lifejacket-battery-caught-fire/ During an inspection on a vessel in cold lay-up, the lifejackets stored underneath a sitting bench in the wheelhouse were found burned and melted. Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0122-fire-door-left-wedged-open/ Class A fire door for the laundry was intentionally wedged open with a wooden block. Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0122-uk-hse-uncontrolled-movement-of-fabrication-caused-injury/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has prosecuted an engineering company after an employee sustained life-changing injuries whilst welding an industrial steel fabrication. Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0122-lti-person-fell-down-hatch-inside-crane-pedestal/ Hatch cover fell into room below injuring an engineer during an inspection. Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3421-failure-of-64mm-polyester-rope-in-subsea-mooring-operations/ A 64mm polyester rope parted during the lowering of subsea equipment to depth Thu, 09 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3421-rov-main-lift-failure/ A 64mm polyester rope parted during the lowering of subsea equipment to depth Thu, 09 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3421-importance-of-safety-by-design-acoustic-beacon-damage-in-splash-zone/ During recovery of tugger winches on an A-frame workstation, the headache ball came into contact with the vessel fender and damaged an acoustic beacon Thu, 09 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3421-oil-leakage-from-cylinder-head-cover/ During recovery of tugger winches on an A-frame workstation, the headache ball came into contact with the vessel fender and damaged an acoustic beacon Thu, 09 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3421-msf-crankcase-failure/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Alert 21-19 relating to a crankcase failure. Thu, 09 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3321-cyber-security-malicious-spoofing-and-phishing/ The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has released very timely Marine Safety Information Bulletin (MSIB) 19-20 relating to malicious email spoofing incidents. The USCG notes that there are increasingly sophisticated malicious email spoofing techniques being used. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3321-watch-your-hands-person-injured-while-using-an-angle-grinder/ A member of the crew was badly injured whilst cutting a piece of wood using an angle grinder fitted with a cutting blade Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3321-uk-hse-employee-in-shipyard-killed-by-falling-steel-post/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has prosecuted a shipbuilding and repair company after an employee was fatally injured when struck by a 10m steel post. Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3321-uhmpe-pull-in-rope-damaged-during-mooring-connection-to-buoy/ A synthetic pull-in rope used in a subsea mooring operation was violently pulled out of the control of an ROV Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3321-crew-member-stopped-unsafe-cargo-operations/ During third-party cargo operations from the dock to the vessel it was noticed that the lift was being conducted using a wire set with no colour code and the cargo/metal box had no valid certification marks Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3221-uscg-unexpected-heavy-weather-dangers/ USCG: Unexpected heavy weather dangers Thu, 25 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3221-dropped-object-dislodged-flex-joint-laydown-tool-component/ Dropped object: Dislodged flex-joint laydown tool component Thu, 25 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3221-hydrogen-sulphide-detected-in-a-bilge-tank/ Hydrogen sulphide detected in a bilge tank Thu, 25 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3221-use-of-damaged-electrical-equipment-by-dock-workers/ Use of damaged electrical equipment by dock workers Thu, 25 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3221-vessel-ran-aground-causing-major-hull-damage/ Vessel ran aground causing major hull damage Thu, 25 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3121-mob-person-fell-into-water-during-gangway-installation/ MOB: Person fell into water during gangway installation Fri, 19 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3121-diver-finger-injury-from-lionfish-fin-ray/ A diver suffered a finger injury from a Lionfish fin ray. Fri, 19 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3121-fuel-oil-hose-burst-during-bunkering/ Fuel oil hose burst during bunkering Fri, 19 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3121-shackle-failure-during-over-boarding-of-pennant-wire-and-ballast-chain/ During over-boarding of the pennant wire and ballast chain from the main anchor handling winch over the stern roller, there was a failure in the chain link / 35t shackle Thu, 18 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3121-msf-dropped-object-during-cargo-discharge-operations/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 21-14 relating to a dropped object during cargo discharge operations. Thu, 18 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3021-de-rusting-incident-resulting-in-eye-injury/ During descaling operations using a chipping hammer, a worker got dust or rust in his eye, although he was wearing goggles and a mask at the time Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3021-msf-eye-injury-whilst-opening-paint-tin-lid/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 21-15 relating to someone injuring their eye whilst attempting to open a tin of paint Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3021-hand-pinched-between-cable-and-cable-roller-frame/ A person got their hand trapped between the cable and an upright steel frame post of the roller table, leading to a hand injury Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3021-failure-of-first-stage-regulator-low-pressure-lp-blanking-cap/ A person got their hand trapped between the cable and an upright steel frame post of the roller table, leading to a hand injury Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3021-failure-of-cobra-contents-pressure-gauge/ While venting a COBRA unit, prior to charging, a diver opened the valve slowly, and when the gauge reached 100 bar a ‘popping’ sound was heard and the gauge fell to the floor Mon, 08 Nov 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2921-ntsb-the-sinking-of-the-el-faro-an-illustrated-digest/ The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of the United States has published an illustrated digest of its own Marine Accident Report NTSB/MAR-17/01 into the loss of the cargo vessel El Faro Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2921-unexpected-movement-of-conductor-during-diver-dredging-operations/ The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of the United States has published an illustrated digest of its own Marine Accident Report NTSB/MAR-17/01 into the loss of the cargo vessel El Faro Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2921-defective-embarkation-ladder-quarantined-a-reminder/ During routine inspection of the port side embarkation ladder on a vessel operating in a tropical environment, it was observed that the embarkation ladder rope has become very weak and snapped, when pulled apart by hands Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2921-uscg-corrosion-causing-structural-failure-on-accommodation-ladders/ The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has published Safety Alert 05-21 relating to corroded turntable pins on accommodation ladders Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2921-uk-hse-lubrication-of-circuit-breakers-safety-notice/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published a Safety Notice regarding the lubrication of circuit breakers in both HV and LV equipment. The key issues covered are the incorrect use and application of lubrication on HV and LV circuit breakers. Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2821-portable-electrical-equipment-serious-fire-in-the-accommodation/ A Member reports a serious fire in the accommodation on a vessel at anchor. There was no injury nor loss of life, but there was significant and costly damage to the vessel, reputational damage and ten days loss of earnings whilst off-hire. Fri, 15 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2821-rope-under-tension-parted-on-deck/ A wire rope parted under tension and struck someone’s helmet Fri, 15 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2821-line-of-fire-near-miss-almost-a-head-injury/ During cable trans-spooling operations, a crew member almost suffered a very serious head injury. Fri, 15 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2821-unsafe-personnel-transfer-man-overboard/ After completing a standard diving activity for underwater hull cleaning on a pilot boat, the diver used the quayside fender to embark from the jetty to the pilot boat. In so doing, his right foot slipped, resulting in an uncontrolled movement. Fri, 15 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2821-shortened-lanyard-on-mob-beacon/ After completing a standard diving activity for underwater hull cleaning on a pilot boat, the diver used the quayside fender to embark from the jetty to the pilot boat. In so doing, his right foot slipped, resulting in an uncontrolled movement. Fri, 15 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2721-serious-incident-topsides-started-swinging-during-lifting/ It was discovered, during an inspection onboard, that the emergency escape hatch leading from the steering gear compartment to the main deck walkway on the starboard side, was rusted shut, stuck and could not be opened. Fri, 01 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2721-maib-crush-fatality-during-lifting-operations/ The UK MAIB (Marine Accident Investigation Branch) has published Report 12/2021 into a fatal crush accident which occurred while a gantry crane was moving a hatch cover, on board the general cargo vessel Cimbris, at Antwerp, Belgium, on 14 July 2020. Fri, 01 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2721-snagged-load-a-sling-snaps-dropped-objects-persons-injured/ The Britannia P&I Club has shared Incident Case Study No.9 relating to how two crew members on a general cargo ship were injured when a suspended load fell and struck them. Fri, 01 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2721-lti-three-fingers-badly-cut-while-handling-a-long-brass-bar/ A crew member on a vessel suffered laceration on three fingers of the left hand while attempting to remove a brass bar from the storage rack Fri, 01 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2721-ntsb-collision-leading-to-loss-of-life-and-damage/ The National Transportation Safety Board of the United States (NTSB) has published Marine Accident Brief 21/16 relating to a collision on the Mississippi river in January 2020. The collision led to damage and loss of life, and learnings from the causes of the collision are applicable to the operations of IMCA members. Fri, 01 Oct 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2621-msf-hand-injury-sustained-during-routine-checks/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 21-13 relating to a hand injury sustained during routine activities Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2621-electrician-suffered-flash-burn-to-hand/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 21-13 relating to a hand injury sustained during routine activities Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2621-failure-of-in-service-saturation-bailout-bottle/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 21-13 relating to a hand injury sustained during routine activities Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2621-stuck-emergency-hatch-freed/ It was discovered, during an inspection onboard, that the emergency escape hatch leading from the steering gear compartment to the main deck walkway on the starboard side, was rusted shut, stuck and could not be opened. Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2621-uk-hse-employee-scalped-when-hair-trapped-in-a-pillar-drill/ It was discovered, during an inspection onboard, that the emergency escape hatch leading from the steering gear compartment to the main deck walkway on the starboard side, was rusted shut, stuck and could not be opened. Wed, 22 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2621-ntsb-safer-seas-digest-2020/ The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of the United States has published their SAFER SEAS Digest 2020, being lessons learned from marine accident investigations. Tue, 21 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2521-yawing-of-wind-turbine-nacelle-placed-ship-in-line-of-fire/ A wind turbine started yawing, placing an approaching vessel in the line of fire Mon, 13 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2521-failed-lifting-equipment-fatality-during-pipe-erection-activities/ A Member passes us information relating to a non-IMCA fatality at an oil refinery.  Lifting equipment failed and a wire rope hit a crew member, causing injuries which proved fatal. Mon, 13 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2521-uk-hse-employee-fatally-injured-while-moving-heavy-equipment/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has fined a company whose employee was fatally injured while moving heavy machinery. Press release here. Mon, 13 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2521-lti-person-injured-when-hook-parted-during-lifting-operations/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has fined a company whose employee was fatally injured while moving heavy machinery. Press release here. Mon, 13 Sep 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2421-damaged-electrical-cable/ During a washdown of a vessel’s cargo hold a crew member noticed arcing from around two electrical cables near the cargo hold light Tue, 31 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2421-uk-hse-poorly-maintained-electrical-installation-caused-fatality/ The UK Health and Safety Executive prosecuted a warehouse management solutions company after an employee was fatally electrocuted while servicing electrical equipment Tue, 31 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2421-near-miss-damaged-rig-hose/ After a routine transfer of mud from rig to vessel, the inner rubber lining of the rig hose was discovered to have peeled out and got caught at the junction of the connection with the vessel side coupling Tue, 31 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2421-wrong-key-for-the-co2-room/ After a routine transfer of mud from rig to vessel, the inner rubber lining of the rig hose was discovered to have peeled out and got caught at the junction of the connection with the vessel side coupling Tue, 31 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2421-condition-of-fire-fighting-installation-and-equipment/ A member highlights two instances of fire-fighting equipment not being in an appropriate condition. Tue, 31 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2521-what-are-audits-for-some-ecmid-findings/ A wind turbine started yawing, placing an approaching vessel in the line of fire Tue, 31 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2321-lifting-complex-loads-offloading-third-party-equipment/ While being lifted off a vessel, a cherry picker (a movable hydraulic crane with a railed platform used to raise or lower personnel) tipped over, causing minor damage to the vessel bulwark Thu, 19 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2321-dropped-object-unexpected-release-of-spool/ During offshore installation activities there was an unexpected release of the load resulting in it falling to the seabed Thu, 19 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2321-nopsema-person-injured-in-chain-hoist-incident/ The National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority (NOPSEMA) of Australia has published Safety Alert #73 relating to an incident on an offshore facility where members of the workforce were impacted during a lifting operation. One member of the workforce was injured and transferred onshore for medical treatment. Thu, 19 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2321-crane-contact-with-pipelay-tower-resulting-in-dropped-object/ A crane made contact with a pipelay tower handrail during a routine lifting operation, resulting in a serious dropped object event; there were no injuries Thu, 19 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2321-lti-ankle-injury-caused-during-lifting-operation/ During a jacket lifting operation, as the crane was slewing, the jacket started rotating Wed, 18 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2221-us-coast-guard-wire-rope-terminations/ The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has issued Marine Safety Alert 04-21 relating to wire rope terminations. The Safety Alert addresses the importance of verifying the condition and manufacturing of wire rope terminations used in various systems that utilise wire rope in a load-handling capacity (e.g. lifesaving appliances, cranes, lifting slings) Wed, 11 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2221-step-change-in-safety-major-accident-hazard-mah-awareness/ The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has issued Marine Safety Alert 04-21 relating to wire rope terminations. The Safety Alert addresses the importance of verifying the condition and manufacturing of wire rope terminations used in various systems that utilise wire rope in a load-handling capacity (e.g. lifesaving appliances, cranes, lifting slings) Wed, 11 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2221-uk-hse-oil-company-fined-for-hydrocarbon-release-lack-of-written-procedures/ The UK Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has prosecuted an oil company after it failed to provide written safety procedures for the depressurisation of an oil well, which led to the release of more than 1000 kg of hydrocarbon gas at the Beryl Alpha production installation in the North Sea, in June 2014. Wed, 11 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2221-all-of-a-sudden-this-is-not-a-drill-person-injured-during-a-drill/ The Marine Safety Forum have published Safety Alert 21-12 relating to a person who was injured as a result of being suspended in a safety harness during a rescue at height drill. Wed, 11 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2221-wear-a-life-jacket-maib/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published an instructive and useful account of a recent man overboard exercise, which is summarised below for Members Wed, 11 Aug 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2121-cobra-bailout-system-guidance-note/ JFD has issued a COBRA guidance note relating to concerns regarding the suitability of the 2L composite cylinders contained within the set. This note highlights to users, those reported concerns and the follow-on investigation that has been undertaken to demonstrate suitability of the composite cylinders for the application in COBRA. Fri, 30 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2121-acetylene-quad-fire-on-quayside/ A Member reports an acetylene gas quad fire which occurred on the quayside. No injuries occurred during the event. Fri, 30 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2121-descending-stairs-safely/ On one of our members’ vessels, an observation was raised relating to the hazards associated with steep stairs. Fri, 30 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2121-maib-grounding-of-general-cargo-vessel-kaami/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published Accident Investigation Report 7/2021 into the running aground of a cargo vessel in March 2020 Fri, 30 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2121-fault-in-high-voltage-equipment/ A serious fault was discovered in high voltage (-5600 V) equipment; the fault caused sparks to be observed across the high voltage terminals Fri, 30 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2021-failure-of-dive-chamber-overhead-door-centre-pin/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 21-10 relating to a crew member who suffered an unpleasant cut to the hand whilst engaged in routine cleaning. Thu, 22 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2021-hse-catastrophic-failure-of-marine-loading-arm/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published a safety alert on the catastrophic failure of a marine loading arm. Marine loading arms (MLAs) are used to transfer material from ship to shore. Full alert found here. Thu, 22 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2021-wsh-two-workers-passed-out-and-died-in-a-dredgers-ballast-tank/ The Workplace Safety and Health Council of Singapore (WSH) reported in Accident Notification of 24 May 2021, that two workers had passed out and died in a dredger’s ballast tank. Thu, 22 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2021-maib-fatality-during-transfer-from-a-workboat-to-a-barge/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published Accident Investigation Report 6/2021 into the death of a crewman whilst transferring between the workboat Beinn Na Caillich and a barge at a fish farm Thu, 22 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2021-hse-allergic-reaction-at-work/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) have fined a company over £100,000 after an employee developed an allergic form of dermatitis after coming into contact with metalworking fluids. See here for press release. Thu, 22 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1921-overheated-transformer-activated-fire-alarm/ An under-rated transformer was installed, causing overheating and thermal degradation of the transformer which subsequently tripped the breaker and activated the vessel’s fire alarm Mon, 12 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1921-mains-extension-melted-not-fully-paid-out/ Mains extension melted – not fully paid out Mon, 12 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1921-catering-crew-unfamiliar-with-firefighting-systems-and-emergency-stops/ During a recent incident on a members’ vessel, the catering crew were found to be unfamiliar with the firefighting systems and electrical equipment emergency stops Mon, 12 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1921-incidents-relating-to-hatches-and-doors/ A Member reports a number of incidents relating to hatches and doors, which can be summarised briefly for our instruction here Mon, 12 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1921-msf-cut-hand-whilst-cleaning-hand-safety/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 21-10 relating to a crew member who suffered an unpleasant cut to the hand whilst engaged in routine cleaning. Mon, 12 Jul 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1721-lifting-frame-detached-from-fast-rescue-craft-frc/ IMCA has received information relating to an incident in which a lifting frame became detached from a fast rescue craft (FRC) during operations Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1721-failure-of-egs-valve-stem-on-dive-helmet/ A member reported an incident in which the emergency gas system (EGS) valve handle on a commercial diving helmet broke off. At the time of the failure the dive helmet was undergoing pre-dive inspection on deck. Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1721-dropped-object-during-lifting-operations/ A part weighing 8.5 kg fell over 15 m from a pipelay tower to deck Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1721-msf-potential-dropped-object/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 21-08 relating to a potential dropped object which was found during lifting operations between a vessel and a platform Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1721-dropped-object-door-detached-from-tms-during-dive/ During offshore installation activities a Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) and Tether Management System (TMS) recovered to deck was observed to have a TMS door missing Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1621-fatality-explosive-failure-of-corroded-fire-extinguisher/ A person was killed when there was a catastrophic explosive failure of a corroded fire extinguisher Wed, 09 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1621-msf-tank-corrosion/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Alert 21-07 relating to the discovery of a leak in a tank caused by corrosion. Wed, 09 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1621-ntsb-fire-on-laid-up-dive-support-vessel/ The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) of the USA has published report MAB 21/11 into a fire on board a DSV which was laid up alongside Wed, 09 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1621-inadvertently-drinking-hazardous-substances/ Someone unintentionally drank a hazardous substance out of a drinking water bottle. Wed, 09 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1621-msf-engine-damage-after-routine-maintenance/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 21-09 relating to engine damage following routine maintenance. Wed, 09 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1521-lti-hand-injury-during-diving-operations/ A member reports a serious hand injury suffered by a diver working in the water on floating hoses at an SPM (single point mooring). Wed, 02 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1521-learning-outcomes-from-a-real-time-diver-recovery/ During a saturation diving operation a dive team became involved in the recovery of an incapacitated diver into their bell. Wed, 02 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1521-uk-hse-employee-in-a-port-suffers-life-changing-injuries-in-clamp-truck-incident/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) fined a port following an incident in which an employee was seriously injured by a clamp truck. [Similar to a forklift, but instead of forks, a clamp truck has a hydraulic clamp attachment for handling rolls of paper.] Wed, 02 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1521-inhalation-of-toxic-fumes-during-hot-work/ Two crew members were exposed to toxic fumes resulting in dizziness, headaches, difficulty in breathing, and low blood oxygen levels Wed, 02 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1521-uk-hse-worker-fatally-injured-in-oil-drum-explosion/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) prosecuted a company after a worker was killed when an oil drum exploded during hot work Wed, 02 Jun 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1421-floodlight-dropped-to-deck-corrosion/ A floodlight weighing about 6 kg was found on the deck, near to the scaffolding storage area, underneath the main crane boom rest Thu, 20 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1421-maib-anchor-failures/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published Safety Bulletin 1/2021 relating to anchor failures Thu, 20 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1421-injuries-sustained-during-maintenance-worker-positioning/ A member has noted several injuries in the last 6-8 months relating to worker positioning and the use of tools and equipment. A review of these incidents has established a need for improved risk assessments which consider the relationship between the worker, their environment, tools, and activity. We call this the ergonomics of the task. Thu, 20 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1421-britannia-pi-club-double-fatality-resulting-from-confined-space-entry/ The Britannia P&I Club, as part of their BSAFE campaign have published a case study into a double fatality resulting from confined or enclosed space entry. Thu, 20 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1421-crew-member-thrown-to-the-quay-by-unplanned-movement-of-small-boat/ The Britannia P&I Club, as part of their BSAFE campaign have published a case study into a double fatality resulting from confined or enclosed space entry. Thu, 20 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1321-uk-maib-safety-digest-lessons-from-marine-accident-reports-12021/ The United Kingdom Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published its Safety Digest 1/2021 “which draws the attention of the marine community to some of the lessons arising from investigations into recent accidents and incidents. It contains information which has been determined up to the time of issue.” Thu, 06 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1321-chirp-maritime-annual-digest-for-2020/ CHIRP stands for Confidential Human Factors Incident Reporting Programme. One of the aims of CHIRP is to contribute to the enhancement of maritime safety worldwide, by providing a totally independent confidential (not anonymous) reporting system for all individuals employed in or associated with these industries. Thu, 06 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1321-leg-injury-when-struck-by-rebounding-hammer/ A crew member was struck on the right lower leg (the shin) by a rebounding hammer. The incident occurred when he was using the hammer to remove a stainless steel securing pin on the brake band drum of a tugger winch. Thu, 06 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1321-swedish-club-lessons-learned-crew-member-loses-leg-in-mooring-injury/ The Swedish [P&I] Club has recently released a “casebook” containing safety lessons learned from maritime incidents. This useful resource document can be found here: www.swedishclub.com/loss-prevention/cases/case-studies/. One of the case studies describes a very serious injury of a crew member during mooring operations. Thu, 06 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1321-two-injuries/ A Member reports two injuries during operations, highlighting the need for continued vigilance and care in everyday activities. Thu, 06 May 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1221-update-to-sf-0821-fatality-person-crushed-when-secured-material-fell-on-him/ This is an updated version of the event published in SF 08/21, wherein stored metal plates fell on a crewman causing fatal injuries. It was originally shared with one of our members by a client company, and was public domain news. It does not involve an IMCA member. This updated version has been shared by the company involved. Tue, 27 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1221-only-a-centimetre-an-emergency-exit-hatch-blocked-by-mooring-ropes/ On a vessel alongside in port, an emergency exit hatch was found to be blocked. A team making a daily inspection tour round the vessel found that they could not open an emergency exit hatch providing egress from the engine room to deck on the port side at the stern. Tue, 27 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1221-potential-dropped-object-from-container/ Before backloading a container from rig to vessel, it was noted that there were two metal blocks in the top corner pockets of the container. Tue, 27 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1221-msf-wearing-and-storage-of-eye-protection/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Alert 21-05 relating to a recent incident involving safety equipment and its storage. Tue, 27 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1221-malaria-hasn-t-gone-away/ A Member reports that in February 2021 one of their personnel had been admitted to the Intensive Care Unit of their local hospital, with confirmed malaria Tue, 27 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1121-maib-engine-failure-and-subsequent-fire/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch has published it’s report 2/2021 into an engine failure and subsequent fire on ro-ro cargo vessel Finlandia Seaways in April 2018. Mon, 19 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1121-bsee-crewman-fell-to-his-death-through-faulty-grating/ The United States’ Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published BSEE Panel Report 2021-001 into a fatal fall from a platform in the Gulf of Mexico in 2019 Fri, 16 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1121-mooring-increase-in-first-aid-cases-involving-over-exertion/ A member has noted that in recent months, there have been several accidents related to over-exertion. Most of these incidents have involved mooring operations, a job that requires physical effort due to the handling of heavy lines. Fri, 16 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1121-hand-injury-from-falling-object-during-lifting-operations/ A member has noted that in recent months, there have been several accidents related to over-exertion. Most of these incidents have involved mooring operations, a job that requires physical effort due to the handling of heavy lines. Fri, 16 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1121-life-raft-dropped-to-the-jetty/ A member has noted that in recent months, there have been several accidents related to over-exertion. Most of these incidents have involved mooring operations, a job that requires physical effort due to the handling of heavy lines. Fri, 16 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1021-near-miss-vessel-approach-to-wind-turbine-tower/ A Member reports two near miss incidents within two weeks of one another, in which during the approach of a vessel to a wind turbine tower, the nacelle started moving, with the risk of the vessel being hit or gangway being knocked off by the wind turbine blades. Thu, 08 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1021-dropped-0bject-crane-auxiliary-block-dropped-from-crane-boom/ Two sub-contracted crane technicians were mobilised to the vessel to inspect the pipelay system 15Te crane before a load and rock test of the crane took place. Thu, 08 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1021-shipyard-worker-receives-electrical-shock/ A shipyard worker received a serious electrical shock onboard a vessel in dry dock. The incident occurred when a shipyard welding team were setting up equipment outside on  the main deck.  Thu, 08 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1021-simops-smoke-from-hot-work-task-enters-confined-space/ A portable fan providing fresh air to a tank cleaning operation (requiring confined space entry permit), began drawing in smoke from an oxy-propane cutting operation nearby; the workers inside the confined space were instructed to vacate the tank immediately; no-one was harmed Thu, 08 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1021-lti-during-deck-cargo-operations/ A crew member was seriously injured while pipe bundles were being lifted by crane from the vessel onto a fixed structure Thu, 08 Apr 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0921-dropped-object-during-crane-operations/ A piece of timber weighing 7.6 kg fell approximately 10 m from a crane jib and landed on the main deck Tue, 30 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0921-dropped-object-steel-deck-plate-falls-from-pipelay-tower/ During testing and inspection of the pipelay tower on a vessel in dry dock, a large steel deck plate fell 9 m from the tower to deck Tue, 30 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0921-incorrect-measurement-and-markings-on-divers-umbilical/ During a diving operation it was seen that the colour distance markings on the divers umbilical were not the same as stated in the diving contractor’s Diving Operations Manual Tue, 30 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0921-case-study-lone-watchkeeping-grounding-at-night/ A vessel ran aground at night after the Officer of the Watch failed to effectively monitor the ship’s progress for about two hours Tue, 30 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0921-engineer-suffered-burn-injuries-in-engine-room-incident/ The Belgian Federal Bureau for the Investigation of Maritime Accidents (FEBIMA) has published its detailed and informative Report 2020/003688 “Report on the investigation into a serious injury on board” the capesize bulk carrier Mineral Temse in May 2020. Tue, 30 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0821-fatality-person-crushed-when-secured-material-fell-on-him/ In two separate incidents at Great Yarmouth in the UK, two vessels have sustained damage to hull plating and hull fenders through contact with damaged, missing or misaligned jetty fendering arrangements. Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0821-crane-wire-parted-during-offshore-operations/ A concrete mattress was being deployed as part of the construction of a pipeline crossing. As the load was swung outboard and before it entered the water, the crane wire parted causing the load to fall to the seabed. Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0821-tumble-dryer-fire-lint-ignition/ Accumulated lint trapped inside an industrial tumble dryer onboard a Member’s vessel, overheated and ignited Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0821-electric-shock-due-to-water-in-electrical-equipment/ There was an uncontrolled spraying of fresh water from a sounding pipe in the galley, resulting in electrical equipment getting wet. As a result someone got an electric shock. Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0821-msf-air-cylinder-failure-in-lifeboat/ Three crew members working near a lifeboat were injured by blast debris when an air cylinder fitted in the lifeboat blew up without warning Wed, 17 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0721-three-man-overboard-fatalities/ The Marine Safety Investigation Unit of Transport Malta has published two reports outlining three man overboard fatalities Thu, 04 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0721-bypassing-safety-controls-violation-of-working-at-height-requirements/ The hull of a vessel in dry dock was being painted using the shipyard crane and a personnel basket, but it was observed that workers in the basket had not been provided with safety harnesses Thu, 04 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0721-line-of-fire-deck-tugger-wire-failure/ During recovery of a back-fill plough, a chain sling failed and the rigging recoiled across the deck, narrowly missing personnel in the line of fire Thu, 04 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0721-failure-of-natural-fibre-rope-in-embarkation-ladder/ Inspection of a lifeboat embarkation ladder identified that the fibre rope at the anchor point securing thimble was worn through due to incorrect connection, creating the potential for ladder failure on deployment. Thu, 04 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0721-vessel-hull-damage-due-to-quayside-contact/ In two separate incidents at Great Yarmouth in the UK, two vessels have sustained damage to hull plating and hull fenders through contact with damaged, missing or misaligned jetty fendering arrangements. Thu, 04 Mar 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0621-disabled-audible-alarm-on-fire-alarm-panel/ Routine testing of the fire alarm found that the Fire Alarm panel was not emitting an audible alarm – there was only a flashing light; this was found to be due to a cable having been disconnected from the panel Tue, 23 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0621-inappropriate-use-of-pneumatic-line-thrower-for-mooring-line/ While mooring a vessel, crew attempted several times to throw a mooring line using a pneumatic line thrower (PLT), during which two of the “bullets” disappeared and a window was broken at a warehouse building approximately 100 metres from the vessel Tue, 23 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0621-issues-relating-to-coronavirus-management/ A Member has shared a number of issues relating to the Coronavirus pandemic Tue, 23 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0621-lead-acid-battery-explosion/ A lead-acid battery blew up when an engine was started. Tue, 23 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0621-sludge-accumulation-in-fresh-water-tank/ Inspection of a fresh water tank found it had accumulated a significant amount of sludge; such build-up of sludge in fresh water tanks, hoses and pipes can lead to the prevalence of bacteria that may pose a health hazard. Tue, 23 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0621-maib-fatal-accident-during-cargo-operations-on-karina-c/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published its investigation report into a fatal crush incident during lifting operations on the general cargo vessel Karina C on 24 May 2019 Fri, 19 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0521-service-letter-from-palfinger-marine-relating-to-davit-types-npd-11300h-and-npd-14800h/ IMCA has worked closely with Palfinger Marine and the operator of the vessel involved to bring this Service Letter to the attention of our members Fri, 12 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0521-rigging-failure-during-riser-recovery-soft-slings-parted/ While being recovered at sea, a 10m riser section (3.8Te) fell approximately 2.5m to deck when the slings parted after rubbing on the sharp edge of the deadman anchor Thu, 11 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0521-failure-of-remote-controlemergency-stop-on-rescue-boat-winch/ While completing the testing of a rescue boat, the Able Seaman (AB) started recovery of the boat to the davit using a remote control; but close to the final stowage position, the remote control failed and the limit switch did not activate as designed Thu, 11 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0521-msf-near-miss-potential-dropped-object-found-on-bundle-of-casing/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Alert 20-11 relating to a potential dropped object in a load; the near miss occurred during offloading of casing from a supply vessel Thu, 11 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0521-crane-whip-line-parted-during-hook-stop-testing/ The crane was positioned in the rest while the Crane Operator carried out hook stop testing of the auxiliary winch; an uncontrolled hoisting movement resulted in the headache ball striking the jib and falling with the hook stop rigging assembly back to deck Thu, 11 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0421-hand-injury-when-caught-in-machinery/ During routine maintenance of an air handling unit (AHU) humidifier, a crew member sustained injuries to his hand and arm when his hand got trapped by a moving belt Tue, 02 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0421-injury-to-fingers-during-grinding-activity/ An operator cut both hands when mishandling a grinder after using it to conduct maintenance work. He received several stitches in two fingers but was able to return to work on restricted duties. Tue, 02 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0421-lti-stored-energy-rigger-injured-leg-working-on-quayside/ A rigger sustained a significant leg injury while working on the quayside during lifting operations at night, when a third-party rigger was disconnecting lifts from the work vessel during demobilisation Tue, 02 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0421-two-incidents-relating-to-the-condition-of-personal-protective-equipment/ Two incidents are reported by different contractors, relating to the condition of personal protective equipment Tue, 02 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0421-covid-19-improper-risk-management/ Where testing is carried out as part of the crew change risk mitigation process, all test results should be known before sailing Tue, 02 Feb 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0321-dutch-safety-board-fatality-when-mooring-line-snapped/ The Dutch Safety Board has issued the following report on a mooring line fatality onboard chemical tanker RN Privodino on 28 June 2018, while entering the Noordersluis lock at Ijmuiden, en route to Amsterdam Tue, 19 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0321-near-miss-uncontrolled-movement-of-mooring-chain/ There was a sudden and uncontrolled movement of very heavy mooring chain during chain laying operations.  Tue, 19 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0321-lifeboat-wire-rope-failure/ The forward fall wire failed during testing of a lifeboat, causing it to fall, flip upside down, then land in the water below Tue, 19 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0321-vessel-near-miss-with-wellhead/ Near miss: A vessel came within 10 metres of a wellhead while the Master was preoccupied with change-over and did not expect to drift so close to the wellhead Tue, 19 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0321-positive-vessel-improvements-made-following-a-man-overboard-incident/ Near miss: A vessel came within 10 metres of a wellhead while the Master was preoccupied with change-over and did not expect to drift so close to the wellhead Tue, 19 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0221-ntsb-overturning-of-the-liftboat-kristin-faye/ NTSB: Overturning of the Liftboat Kristin Faye Tue, 05 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0221-stop-work-authority-enforced-unsafe-conditions-no-appropriate-lifting-gear-available/ Stop work authority enforced – unsafe conditions, no appropriate lifting gear available Tue, 05 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0221-secured-material-fell-against-crewman-causing-injury/ Secured material fell against crewman causing injury Tue, 05 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0221-ntsb-flooding-sinking-and-loss-of-tugboat-mangilao/ NTSB: Flooding, sinking and loss of tugboat Mangilao Mon, 04 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0221-msf-cargo-snagging/ MSF: Cargo Snagging Mon, 04 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3420-lti-incident-crew-struck-by-cargo-during-lifting-operations/ LTI Incident – Crew Struck by Cargo During Lifting Operations Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3420-serious-lti-deck-crew-member-struck-by-termination-headflexible/ Serious LTI – Deck crew member struck by termination head/flexible Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3420-lti-person-injured-by-a-battery-explosion-on-vessel-deck/ LTI: Person injured by a battery explosion on vessel deck Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3420-unexpected-truck-movement-caused-rigger-to-fall-off-a-ladder/ Unexpected truck movement caused rigger to fall off a ladder Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3420-broken-finger-during-rov-maintenance/ Broken finger during ROV maintenance Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3420-how-ppe-works-a-reminder/ How PPE works – a reminder Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3320-uk-hse-fatal-incident-using-high-pressure-water-jetting-equipment/ UK HSE: fatal incident using high pressure water jetting equipment Sun, 06 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3320-air-cylinders-differences-in-working-pressure-and-valve-types/ Air cylinders – Differences in working pressure and valve types Sun, 06 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3320-man-overboard-incident-not-fatal/ Man overboard incident (not fatal) Sun, 06 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3320-injury-caused-by-closing-fire-flap/ Injury caused by closing fire flap Sun, 06 Dec 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3220-cabin-fire-caused-by-light-fitting-overheating/ A vessel experienced a minor fire in the bathroom of an unoccupied cabin due to a light fixture failing/shorting Thu, 26 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3220-fire-in-a-safety-locker/ Fire in a safety locker Thu, 26 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3220-smouldering-fire-in-tumble-dryer/ Smouldering fire in tumble dryer Thu, 26 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3220-fires-and-fire-risks-on-vessels/ Fires and fire risks on vessels Thu, 26 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3320-rigging-failure-clump-weight-dropped-to-seabed/ Rigging failure – Clump weight dropped to seabed Thu, 26 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3120-main-crane-hoist-wire-damage/ Main crane hoist wire damage Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3120-serious-injury-incurred-while-removing-wire-rope-sling-from-a-crane-hook/ Serious injury incurred while removing wire rope sling from a crane hook Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3120-confined-space-entry-fatality/ Confined space entry fatality Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3120-pilots-leaving-the-vessel-in-port-in-an-unsafe-manner/ Pilots leaving the vessel in port in an unsafe manner Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3120-falls-from-step-ladders/ A Member reports two incidents in which persons fell off step ladders and were injured as a result. Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3220-two-incidents-with-electrical-installations-with-potential-for-a-fire/ A member reported two incidents involving failure of electrical equipment, leading to, or potentially leading to, fire hazards. Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3020-firefighting-fifi-tank-outlet-blockage/ A member reports a blockage of the outlet of a dive chamber fire fighting water tank, caused by the failure of a floating plug. Fri, 23 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3020-windfarm-support-vessel-njord-forseti-hit-wind-turbine-tower-jersey-maritime-administration/ The Jersey Maritime Administration has published a report into its investigation of the causes of an allision between a windfarm support vessel and a windfarm tower in the Southern North Sea on 23 April 2020 Fri, 23 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3020-two-deaths-of-military-divers/ The Jersey Maritime Administration has published a report into its investigation of the causes of an allision between a windfarm support vessel and a windfarm tower in the Southern North Sea on 23 April 2020 Fri, 23 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3020-uk-hse-employees-foot-crushed-by-forklift-at-maritime-freight-logistics-company/ UK HSE: employee foot crushed by forklift at maritime freight logistics company Fri, 23 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3020-msf-grub-screws-and-perished-valves-trouble-with-methanol-transfer/ MSF: Grub screws and perished valves – trouble with methanol transfer Fri, 23 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2920-crane-hydraulic-hose-caught-on-protruding-grease-fitting/ While retracting the outer jib of the boom during crane operations, one of the hydraulic hoses caught on the protruding grease fitting of the boom bearings, which could have led to a failure of the crane and hydraulic oil spill due to hose rupture. Fri, 09 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2920-crushed-finger-injury-during-wire-transfer-operations/ The crew used a crowbar to try and free the stopper chain from the wire. This was done by inserting the crowbar underneath the wire to lift it up from the deck. One of the ABs was removing the stopper chain whilst the crow bar held it up. However, the crowbar was removed too early resulting in the wire falling to the deck whilst his hand was still underneath it. This resulted in a crush injury to the left index finger. Fri, 09 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2920-oil-production-riser-gas-ignition/ The crew used a crowbar to try and free the stopper chain from the wire. This was done by inserting the crowbar underneath the wire to lift it up from the deck. One of the ABs was removing the stopper chain whilst the crow bar held it up. However, the crowbar was removed too early resulting in the wire falling to the deck whilst his hand was still underneath it. This resulted in a crush injury to the left index finger. Fri, 09 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2920-dropped-object-wireless-crane-control-unit/ Dropped object – wireless crane control unit Fri, 09 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2920-positive-parted-mooring-lines-spotted-before-damage-could-occur/ Positive: parted mooring lines spotted before damage could occur Fri, 09 Oct 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2820-unsafe-lifting-operations/ A Member reports two incidences of unsafe lifting, which are worthy of note. Mon, 28 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2820-deliberate-failure-to-follow-instructions-unsafequarantined-tools-brought-back-into-use/ Deliberate failure to follow instructions: unsafe/quarantined tools brought back into use Mon, 28 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2820-maib-loss-of-cargo-containers-overboard-from-container-ship-ever-smart/ MAIB: Loss of cargo containers overboard from container ship Ever Smart Mon, 28 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2820-us-coast-guard-damaged-control-cables-can-contribute-to-unintended-opening-of-a-hook/ US Coast Guard: Damaged control cables can contribute to unintended opening of a hook Mon, 28 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2820-us-coast-guard-addressing-hazardous-area-electrical-issues/ The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has published Safety Alert 05/20 entitled Electrical Issues Spark Major Concern – Addressing Hazardous Area Electrical Installations Knowledge Gaps. Mon, 28 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2720-near-miss-sudden-loss-of-air-from-diver-bail-out-bottle/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published an Accident Investigation Report 11/2020 relating to an incident on the general cargo vessel ZEA Servant in Campbeltown, Scotland. Two crewmen were injured when a suspended load fell and struck them. Tue, 15 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2720-serious-leg-injury-from-falling-winch-sheave/ An umbilical winch sheave was being hand-rolled along the deck when it fell over and struck the leg of one of the people handling it. Crew were rolling an umbilical sheave from an umbilical winch along the lower bell hanger to the main deck for onshore refurbishment. Tue, 15 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2720-hand-injury-from-portable-hand-held-angle-grinder/ A worker was injured whilst cleaning equipment using a portable handheld angle grinder fitted with a wire brush. The rotating brush caught an edge and kicked into the worker’s gloved left hand. The glove was pulled into the rotating wire brush resulting in a deep abrasion to the hand. Tue, 15 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2720-lti-leg-fractured-while-loading-tubulars/ A worker was injured whilst cleaning equipment using a portable handheld angle grinder fitted with a wire brush. The rotating brush caught an edge and kicked into the worker’s gloved left hand. The glove was pulled into the rotating wire brush resulting in a deep abrasion to the hand. Tue, 15 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2720-uk-hse-two-workers-suffer-multiple-burn-injuries/ An oil refinery company was sentenced for safety breaches after a 2013 incident in which two workers suffered life-changing injuries from an uncontrolled release of high pressure and high temperature steam Tue, 15 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2620-high-potential-drops-near-miss-failed-crane-component/ High potential DROPS near miss: Failed crane component Fri, 04 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2620-near-miss-lever-hoist-failure/ A lever hoist failed causing a load to descend to deck in an uncontrolled manner. The near miss incident occurred when a set of 1m trenching swords were being lowered to deck. The lever hoist being used was rated to 1.6Te, more than capable of lifting the load which was approximately 200kg in weight. Fri, 04 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2620-provisions-crane-damaged-by-main-deck-crane/ During vessel mobilization the boat cradle had to be shifted from centre of the main deck towards the starboard side closer to the accommodation. The Main Crane was used for this lift and the Provisions Crane was parked in standby facing aft. While slewing the Main Crane to starboard, the Main Crane jib crane came into contact with the jib on the Provisions Crane. The Provisions crane was inspected after impact and mechanical damage was found on the slewing gear and pinion gear. Fri, 04 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2620-dropped-object-from-derrick/ During vessel mobilization the boat cradle had to be shifted from centre of the main deck towards the starboard side closer to the accommodation. The Main Crane was used for this lift and the Provisions Crane was parked in standby facing aft. While slewing the Main Crane to starboard, the Main Crane jib crane came into contact with the jib on the Provisions Crane. The Provisions crane was inspected after impact and mechanical damage was found on the slewing gear and pinion gear. Fri, 04 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2620-fall-of-a-suspended-load-on-general-cargo-vessel-zea-servant-injuring-two-crew/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published an Accident Investigation Report 11/2020 relating to an incident on the general cargo vessel ZEA Servant in Campbeltown, Scotland. Two crewmen were injured when a suspended load fell and struck them. Fri, 04 Sep 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2520-emergency-lithium-battery-failed-catastrophically-in-a-diving-bell/ Emergency Lithium battery failed catastrophically in a diving bell Tue, 25 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2520-fire-in-welding-fumes-extraction-system/ Fire in welding fumes extraction system Tue, 25 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2520-high-potential-near-miss-nitrogen-hose-failure-during-transfer-of-gas/ A supply hose had detached from its ferrule and approximately 165,000 litres of pure nitrogen was released into the room. Consequently this reduced the oxygen levels in the room to approximately 17.4% (normal oxygen content in the atmosphere is 20.8%). Tue, 25 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2520-electrical-shock-from-containerised-portable-office/ Whilst tidying a mobile office (freight) container, an employee sustained a mild electric shock by inadvertently touching an exposed live electrical cable which was obscured by several boxes below a desk Tue, 25 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2520-unsafe-use-of-hand-grinder-with-damaged-disc/ Grinding machine was observed as used with damaged grinding disc. Broken disc projectile could potentially cause serious injuries. Many other workers have been injured when angle grinders have kicked back, causing cuts and lacerations. Tue, 25 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2420-hull-damage-caused-oil-leakage-from-settling-tank/ On a member’s vessel, the starboard forward Marine Gas Oil (MGO) settling tank was punctured during berthing operations Fri, 14 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2420-safe-embarkation-and-disembarkation-of-marine-pilots/ During the embarkation of the Pilot to the vessel, the Pilot observed that a step on the Pilot ladder was not in good condition (broken). The Pilot implemented the Stop Work Policy and informed the Master of the vessel, noting that the Pilot ladder would need changing before he would embark. Fri, 14 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2420-near-miss-incorrectly-set-lifeboat-hook/ During a routine launch and recovery drill, the lifeboat crew became concerned that the forward hook was not engaging correctly despite the ‘padlock’ symbol indicating correct closure. Fri, 14 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2420-positive-stop-work-by-master-challenging-sailing-order/ During a routine launch and recovery drill, the lifeboat crew became concerned that the forward hook was not engaging correctly despite the ‘padlock’ symbol indicating correct closure. Fri, 14 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2420-near-misspositive-internal-o-ring-seal-found-damaged-on-fuel-system/ In a vessel alongside, a new fuel gas cylinder was connected to a gas-powered forklift truck. When the delivery valve was opened gas leaked from the connection between the cylinder and the hose. The cylinder was removed and the internal O-ring seal was found to be damaged. Fri, 14 Aug 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2320-safety-performance-in-the-offshore-renewable-energy-industry/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has written to a number of trade bodies representing the offshore renewable energy industry, including IMCA, expressing concern “that in some sectors of the wind energy industry, improvements in health and safety performance has at best stalled if not reversed. In 2020, there have been a number of serious incidents both in the UK and elsewhere which could indicate that any reversal may continue.” Fri, 31 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2320-use-of-face-masks-designated-kn95/ The UK HSE (Health and Safety Executive) has issued the following notice regarding the use of face masks designated KN95 Fri, 31 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2220-finger-injury-caused-by-incorrectly-secured-console-cover/ An incorrectly secured console cover closed in an unplanned and unexpected way, trapping a crew member’s finger, which was injured Fri, 24 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2220-hydraulic-sample-extruder-finger-laceration/ Whilst using a hydraulic sample extruder in a laboratory, the technician caught and injured his finger between the Shelby tube and extruder ram while trying to stabilise the dolly Fri, 24 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2220-lti-loss-of-fingertip-and-nail/ While crew were moving lashing materials (chains, shackles and turnbuckles) from the garage deck into a storage space, the bosun suffered a serious finger injury. Fri, 24 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2220-person-injured-when-leg-slipped-through-floor-hatch/ During routine inspection of an engine room, someone slipped through a loose floor hatch plate and sustained a cut wound about 3 cm on the shin of his left leg. Fri, 24 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2220-member-of-the-public-was-killed-following-unplanned-movement-of-an-unsecured-load/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) fined a company after it caused the death of a child when he was trapped between an unsecured pole and a fence. Fri, 24 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2220-cargo-ignited-on-truck-bed-during-transportation/ There was a fire in the cargo on the back of a truck whilst moving materials from the warehouse to the vessel. Whilst in transit, the driver observed flames coming from the truck bed. He stopped the vehicle and used the vehicle fire extinguisher to tackle the fire. He was successful, despite very strong winds, and then returned to the warehouse safely. No injuries to personnel, no damage to truck. Fri, 24 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2120-double-man-overboard-resulting-in-one-fatality/ During preparations for disconnecting a tow tug which was moored to a barge in turn moored to the jetty, a crew member of the tow tug fell into water between the tow tug and the barge. A second crew member also fell into the water during attempts to rescue his colleague. Mon, 13 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2120-mob-fatality-from-multi-cat/ A Member reports a man overboard fatality which occurred from a multi-cat engaged in shallow water construction in an inshore environment Mon, 13 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2120-mob-fatality-person-fell-between-vessel-and-jetty/ The Master of dredging vessel Cherry Sand died when he was crushed between the dredger and the jetty after he fell while attempting to step ashore to assist berthing the vessel in Rosyth, Scotland Mon, 13 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2120-and-finishing-on-a-positive-note-a-cpr-success-story-we-saved-a-life-that-day/ The positive outcome of this story, saving a life, is the result of leadership, commitment, and preparedness for the unexpected. Mon, 13 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2020-leg-entanglement-from-tag-line-during-cargo-operations/ An AB got his leg entangled with a tag line during lifting operations, while a vessel was alongside a rig offloading cargo Mon, 06 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2020-high-potential-incident-gantry-hoist-failure/ An AB got his leg entangled with a tag line during lifting operations, while a vessel was alongside a rig offloading cargo Mon, 06 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2020-safe-use-of-flexible-intermediate-bulk-container-fibc/ An FIBC was raised to 3–5 metres when a distinctive tearing / ripping sound was heard, it was then the FIBC handle and stitching tore and 900 kg of sand bags fell to the quayside Mon, 06 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2020-msf-potential-dropped-objects-nets-or-tarps-to-cover-cargo/ Marine Safety Forum Safety Alert 20-04 describes a potential dropped object (PDO) during cargo operations. A wooden baton of the type often used to support covers attached to open topped Cargo Carrying Units (CCUs), was discovered jammed against the underside of a cargo basket. Mon, 06 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2020-manhole-opened-and-not-correctly-closed/ During a safety round on deck prior to cargo operations it was noticed that a manhole had been opened in order to pump out ballast water to replace a faulty valve. Mon, 06 Jul 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1920-fall-from-a-height-into-a-ballast-tank/ A worker inside a ballast tank fell from height Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1920-trip-and-fall-down-hotel-stairs-causing-serious-wrist-injury/ Whilst engaged in business travel, an employee of one of our members slipped and fell when descending a hotel staircase Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1920-man-overboard-from-stinger/ A member of the crew fell overboard through an opening in the stinger Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1920-uscg-automatic-identification-system-ais-inaccuracies-led-to-fatalities/ The United States Coastguard (USCG) has published Safety Alert 04-20 relating to an incident where a causal factor in a number of fatalities was incorrect information entered into vessel AIS (Automatic Identification Systems). Accurate AIS data entry and display is essential to safe navigation. Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1920-crewman-fatally-injured-while-standing-on-the-stern-ramp-of-seatruck-progress/ Third Officer of the vessel Seatruck Progress was struck and fatally injured by a freight vehicle semi-trailer while standing on the vessel’s stern ramp Tue, 23 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1820-serious-injury-caused-by-high-pressure-washer/ A work team supervisor sustained a laceration to his upper right thigh caused by a high-pressure water jet Fri, 12 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1820-msf-water-based-mud-spill-on-deck/ During routine mud transfer operations at an offshore installation the rig hose parted from the vessel’s manifold resulting in a release of approximately 2,500 litres of mud to the deck Fri, 12 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1820-lifting-basket-with-unsecured-cargo-which-fell-out/ A cargo basket containing equipment was to be lifted from the vessel deck to an offshore installation. The crane on the offshore installation was unable to lift the load, resulting in the basket dropping back to deck and some of the equipment sliding out the basket onto the vessel deck. Fri, 12 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1820-near-misspositive-crew-exercised-stop-work-on-new-gangway/ A newly installed gangway was found inadequate and unsafe. Fri, 12 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1820-serious-incidents-involving-the-weather/ Serious incidents involving the weather Fri, 12 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1720-inadvertent-activation-of-condensed-aerosol-fire-extinguishing-system-leads-to-a-fatality/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has issued Safety Bulletin SB1/2020 highlighting a potentially serious hazard, associated with condensed aerosol firefighting suppressant particles after a fatal accident on fishing vessel Resurgam Mon, 01 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1720-engine-room-fire-a-small-rag-left-after-maintenance/ There was a small fire in the engine room of a large multi-engined vessel Mon, 01 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1720-fire-in-the-engine-room/ A vessel suffered a fire in the engine room Mon, 01 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1720-uk-hse-workers-injured-by-unplanned-release-of-mud-slurry/ An electricity power station company was prosecuted after three contractors were injured by a sudden release of water and sludge, while carrying out maintenance work Mon, 01 Jun 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1620-fall-from-height-leading-to-injury/ During work to change a wire on an FRC davit, a crewman lost his footing, slipped and fell 2.5m to deck below Fri, 22 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1620-sewage-spilled-onto-the-quayside/ 30-40 litres of sewage water was spilled onto the quayside during a transfer operation from vessel to sewage truck. There was no discharge into the sea due to a contained concreted area on the quayside. Fri, 22 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1620-fall-from-the-quayside-into-water/ Whilst slinging a palleted water bag (load), a third-party contract worker who was assisting in the operation fell approximately 3 metres from the quayside into the water Fri, 22 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1620-pedestal-drill-chuck-assembly-detached-causing-head-injury/ Whilst slinging a palleted water bag (load), a third-party contract worker who was assisting in the operation fell approximately 3 metres from the quayside into the water Fri, 22 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1620-lightning-conductor-fell-dropped-object-near-miss/ A lightning conductor mounted on top of a service crane came free from its mounting and dropped 75 metres Fri, 22 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1520-positive-observation-installation-of-disinfection-tunnels/ One of our Members has installed a disinfecting tunnel providing an additional control measure in the fight against the spread of COVID-19 and other diseases. Tue, 05 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1520-positive-observation-plexiglass-shields-installed-in-company-shared-vehicles/ Following vehicle cleaning and disinfection protocol an additional initiative to protect drivers and passengers from COVID-19 during the pandemic is the installation of protective plexiglass shields in all company shared vehicles. Tue, 05 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1520-covid-19-positive-observation-maintaining-social-distancing-during-toolbox-talks-and-meetings/ The local mooring department of a contractor member has enforced strict physical distancing in external areas for toolbox talks (TBT) and other operational meetings. Tue, 05 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1520-ignited-hand-sanitiser/ A man had his hands burnt when alcohol-based hand sanitiser caught fire. Tue, 05 May 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1420-lifting-operations-wire-hoist-rope-failure/ Tue, 28 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1420-fire-in-engine-room-and-subsequent-collision-with-structure-on-transport-barge/ During the tow of a structure to location, a fire occurred in the engine room of the tow tug. This led to a blackout resulting in a collision with the structure on the transport barge. Tue, 28 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1420-lti-worker-lost-his-thumb/ During drilling operations, a worker got his thumb caught under a part of a drill being lowered into position, resulting in the amputation of the thumb just above the knuckle. Tue, 28 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1420-lti-near-miss-dropped-clump-weight/ A clump weight fell approximately 30 m to deck and landed around a metre from where a rigger was working Tue, 28 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1420-vessel-gangway-rolled-off-platform-tower-and-fell-to-the-quayside-in-high-wind/ During stormy weather, there were sudden and violent gusts of wind of greater than 50 knots, resulting in a vessel alongside being pushed off the quay. This resulted in the gangway rolling off the platform tower and falling approximately 5.2m to the quay. The vessel’s side of the gangway remained attached to the vessel. There was no-one nearby at the time; no-one was harmed; however, the incident had the potential to cause fatal injury. Tue, 28 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1320-recent-uk-maib-investigations-shifting-of-cargo-and-loss-of-cargo/ An agitator in a mud tank started up when an employee of a third-party contractor working in the tank was in the way. He was hit by the agitator paddle in his lower back and fell to the tank floor. Wed, 15 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1320-grounding-of-ro-ro-freight-vessel-seatruck-performance/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB ) has released Accident Investigation Report 4/2020 into the grounding of a freight vessel. Wed, 15 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1320-vessel-flooding-incident/ A vessel suffered flooding and loss of integrity, caused by sea water ingress into the engine room, due to a hole developing in the box cooler bulkhead. Wed, 15 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1320-uk-hse-worker-fell-into-lift-shaft-safety-controls-bypassed/ a 34-year-old employee was moving a loaded lift trolley in the tool department of a hangar when he fell into the lift shaft to the bottom floor and suffered life-changing injuries Wed, 15 Apr 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0920-potential-for-diver-injury-operating-a-hand-held-torque-wrench/ A diver was involved in a near miss that could have resulted in serious injury when he was asked to function an ROV valve override on a subsea isolation valve with a hand-held torque wrench. Tue, 31 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1220-chain-hoist-failure-resulting-in-a-serious-near-miss/ The third-party contractor who was tasked with the maintenance job was in the process of lifting the item when the (electric) chain hoist failed, resulting in the load dropping two metres to the engine room deck plating. Tue, 31 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1220-worker-fell-from-height-and-suffered-life-changing-injuries/ A worker was paralysed from the waist down when he fell 3.4 metres to the bottom of a ships hold Tue, 31 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1220-near-miss-engine-room-hatch-left-open-without-barriers/ During routine maintenance, it was reported that the engine room hatch was left open with no physical barriers around, creating the potential for serious injury if distracted persons were to fall down the hatches. Tue, 31 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1220-agitator-started-moving-during-mud-tank-cleaning-leading-to-injury/ An agitator in a mud tank started up when an employee of a third-party contractor working in the tank was in the way. He was hit by the agitator paddle in his lower back and fell to the tank floor. Tue, 31 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1120-covid-19-update/ For the latest information and advice on the COVID-19 outbreak, including an overview of countries with confirmed cases and current assessments of risk, please browse to the World Health Organisation’s Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak webpage https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019. Fri, 20 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1020-dropped-load-and-failed-chain/ A chain link failed causing a load of over 260 kg to fall 1.5 m to deck. Tue, 17 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1020-lifting-operation-resulting-in-dropped-objects-from-flexible-intermediate-bulk-container/ Multiple metal objects were dropped during a lifting operation using a flexible intermediate bulk container (FIBC) Tue, 17 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1020-marine-safety-forum-two-incidents-relating-to-fast-rescue-craft/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published two recent Safety Alerts relating to Fast Rescue Craft (FRCs). In the first, an FRC capsized during launch. The second covers launching conditions for Fast Rescue Craft. Tue, 17 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1020-trencher-angle-inadvertently-altered/ During offshore trenching operations, the ROV pilot unknowingly made contact with the control joystick, inadvertently raising the cutting wheel and thereby decreasing the cutting depth Tue, 17 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1020-damage-and-engine-room-flooding-following-contact-by-tugboat/ A vessel suffered damage to the hull and engine room flooding due to contact with a tugboat during berthing Tue, 17 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0920-lti-finger-injury-caused-while-working-with-oil-drums/ A crew member suffered a fracture to the right-hand ring finger whilst arranging 200l oil drums Fri, 06 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0920-high-potential-lti-rigger-ear-injury/ A crew member suffered a serious ear injury whilst removing some temporary rigging suspended from a crane gantry walkway. The incident could have been much more serious; the potential was for a critical injury or fatality. Fri, 06 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0920-near-miss-failure-of-work-procedures-during-hot-work-at-height/ A crew member suffered a serious ear injury whilst removing some temporary rigging suspended from a crane gantry walkway. The incident could have been much more serious; the potential was for a critical injury or fatality. Fri, 06 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0820-joint-statement-imo-who-on-the-response-to-the-covid-19-outbreak/ The Director-General of WHO (the World Health Organisation) and the Secretary-General of IMO (the International Maritime Organization) have jointly issued the attached statement Circular Letter No.4204/Add.2 to assist States in ensuring that health measures are implemented in ways that minimize unnecessary interference with international traffic and trade. Tue, 03 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0820-impact-of-coronavirus-disease-covid-19-outbreak-on-singapore-registered-ships/ The Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore (MPA) has issued Shipping Circular No. 3 of 2020 relating to the impact of COVID-19 on Singapore-registered ships Tue, 03 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0820-statement-on-covid-19-from-uae-ministry-of-foreign-affairs-and-international-cooperation/ The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation issued a statement on the 24th February 2020 detailing a travel ban to Iran and Thailand following recent concerns on the new coronavirus, COVID-19, outbreaks in these countries Tue, 03 Mar 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0720-high-potential-dropped-objects-from-wind-turbine-nacelle-crane/ Two lifting bags detached and fell from the crane hook on a wind turbine tower Wed, 26 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0720-high-potential-dropped-object-chains/ A set of heavy chain links, or ‘Brothers’ used in lifting, fell from a turbine tower onto the front deck of a Crew Transfer Vehicle (CTV) below. Wed, 26 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0720-high-potential-near-miss-dropped-object-from-turbine-tower/ At a wind turbine tower, chains weighing 17 kg fell 84 m Wed, 26 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/620-electric-shock-resulting-in-burn/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 19-14 relating to an incident whereby a basket snagged on the ship's structure causing damage to the vessel and basket. Wed, 19 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/620-short-circuit-on-440v-ac-bus-bars-arc-flash/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 19-14 relating to an incident whereby a basket snagged on the ship's structure causing damage to the vessel and basket. Wed, 19 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/620-two-electrical-incidents-uk-hse/ Here are two recent prosecutions brought by the UK Health and Safety Executive, both relating to inappropriate working arrangements with live power. Wed, 19 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/620-uk-hse-fatal-injury-following-catastrophic-failure-of-pressure-test-equipment/ A 64-year-old worker was fatally wounded by shrapnel ejected from testing equipment Wed, 19 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/620-plastic-cover-on-smoke-detector/ During an inspection of vessel accommodation by shore management, it was observed that a plastic cover was obstructing a smoke detector Wed, 19 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0520-dropped-object-near-miss-crane-boom-bumper-stop-falls-off/ This was a high potential near miss dropped object incident in which a crane boom bumper stop fell onto the crane cab. No personnel were injured; however, there was potential for serious or fatal injury. Thu, 13 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0520-high-potential-near-miss-dropped-object/ This was a high potential near miss dropped object incident in which a crane boom bumper stop fell onto the crane cab. No personnel were injured; however, there was potential for serious or fatal injury. Thu, 13 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0520-dropped-object-from-crane/ This was a high potential near miss dropped object incident in which a crane boom bumper stop fell onto the crane cab. No personnel were injured; however, there was potential for serious or fatal injury. Thu, 13 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0520-wrapped-cargo-slipped-during-loading-and-fell/ This was a high potential near miss dropped object incident in which a crane boom bumper stop fell onto the crane cab. No personnel were injured; however, there was potential for serious or fatal injury. Thu, 13 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0520-unsafe-lifting-operations-potential-dropped-object/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 19-15 relating to a potential dropped object during unsafe lifting operations. Thu, 13 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0520-basket-snagged-on-ship-s-structure/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 19-14 relating to an incident whereby a basket snagged on the ship's structure causing damage to the vessel and basket. Thu, 13 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0420-coronavirus-outbreak/ With the ongoing international response to the new coronavirus outbreak (often referred to as 2019-nCOV), IMCA has reached out to our HSSE Committee and collated the following material that may be of interest to our Members globally in working-up their response plans Fri, 31 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0320-near-miss-during-helicopter-operations/ During helicopter flight boarding, a member of the crew crossed a hard barrier (stairway access chain) with a restriction sign and approached the flight deck from the aft stairway while boarding activities were ongoing on the forward side. Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0320-explosion-and-fire-on-board-the-chemical-tanker-stolt-groenland/ During helicopter flight boarding, a member of the crew crossed a hard barrier (stairway access chain) with a restriction sign and approached the flight deck from the aft stairway while boarding activities were ongoing on the forward side. Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0320-worker-fell-into-sea-from-gangway-and-drowned/ The Singapore Tripartite Alliance for Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) has published Accident Notification 1920060 relating to a fatal fall from a gangway. This incident is still under investigation. Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0320-maib-fatal-man-overboard-incident-whilst-boarding-tug/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published Accident Investigation Report 15/2019 into a fatality whereby a man fell overboard whilst boarding a tug at an oil terminal at Birkenhead, England Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0320-poor-condition-of-on-board-equipment/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published Accident Investigation Report 15/2019 into a fatality whereby a man fell overboard whilst boarding a tug at an oil terminal at Birkenhead, England Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0220-crew-member-fainted-after-working-in-water-ballast-tank/ A crew member felt faint and subsequently collapsed after working in a confined space Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0220-failure-of-life-raft-securing-strap/ A life raft from the starboard forward life raft station made an unplanned deployment into the sea Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0220-lti-step-into-open-deck-hatch-causes-fall/ During personnel transfer operations on an offshore renewables crew transfer vessel (CTV), a deckhand stepped backwards into an open hatch and fell, resulting in an injury. Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0220-there-s-something-in-my-eye/ After shift, a member of the crew took a shower and felt that there was something in his eye. The next day he asked for help to remove it, but without success. He had to leave the vessel at the next port to have the debris removed. Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0220-water-ingress-during-tropical-storm/ A vessel took on a significant amount of rainwater on the upper tween deck during an intense tropical storm Fri, 10 Jan 2020 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3019-diver-trapped-by-anchor-chain/ During diving operations to locate a pipeline end manifold (PLEM) near a single point mooring (SPM), a diver was trapped by an anchor chain. Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3019-failed-shackle-on-vessel-life-raft/ There was a failure of two stainless steel “D” shackles forming part of a life raft hydrostatic release assembly on a vessel. Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3019-uncontrolled-movement-of-retractable-gangway/ During lifting up and securing of a vessel’s retractable gangway, the spring latch of the lifting device disconnected causing an uncontrolled release of the holding wire, and the gangway fell. Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3019-exploding-television-recovered-from-sea/ One morning the crew of a workboat noticed an old television set floating in the sea near their work area. They decided to take it on-board in order to prevent it from potentially causing damage to a passing yacht or fishing boat. Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3019-unknown-floating-objects-in-500m-safety-zone/ Several unknown floating objects were identified in the 500m safety zone of an installation. Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3019-vessel-hit-and-destroyed-fender/ A vessel collided with the quay, destroying the fenders. Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3019-improper-use-of-heaving-line/ During a mooring operation, vessel crew were found to be using a 4 ton shackle attached to a heaving line (instead of proper “monkey fist”). Tue, 17 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2819-man-overboard-fall-from-a-pilot-ladder/ While boarding a vessel via pilot ladder from a service boat, an IT service technician lost his footing and fell from the second step of the pilot ladder into the sea Fri, 06 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2819-high-potential-incident-man-injured-while-falling-overboard-mob/ Whilst descending stairs to a boat-landing area on an offshore platform, a sub-contracted employee of one of our members tripped on a 2-inch discharge hose that had been laid across the base of a stairway. Fri, 06 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2819-unsafe-boarding-during-unmooring-operation/ A vessel was departing from port when crew found it necessary to remove the mooring lines from the shoreside bollards with no safe un-boarding/boarding arrangements in place – instead clambering over the side Fri, 06 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2819-raising-awareness-on-safety-barriers-such-as-railings-and-gratings/ The Transport Safety Investigation Bureau (TSIB) of Singapore has released Safety Flyer 2019/02 entitled The importance of ensuring proper inspection and maintenance regime. Fri, 06 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2819-welder-at-work-injured-during-close-simops/ A welder was hit and slightly injured by a lashing wire during lashing operations being conducted close by. Fri, 06 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2919-important-safety-notice-to-users-of-certain-crosby-shackle-products/ Crosby has prepared an Important Safety Notice for some specific Crosby 7/8″ 6.5t shackles. Fri, 06 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2719-high-potential-near-miss-guide-cone-funnel-dropped/ An umbilical termination head (UTH) guide cone funnel fell from its sleeve connected to the UTH body. The UTH was the 2nd end of the umbilical. It had been lifted over the vertical lay system (VLS) tower and was being prepared for deployment when the incident occurred. The UTH guide cone funnel weighed approx. 500kg and fell more than 4m towards the moonpool doors. Fri, 22 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2719-main-rov-lift-wire-umbilical-and-bullet-parted/ An ROV vessel was engaged in subsea operation undertaking routine inspection, repair and maintenance (IRM) work. Fri, 22 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2719-cabling-in-rov-hanger-inadvertently-severed-by-the-rov-launch-and-recovery-frame/ An ROV vessel was engaged in subsea operation undertaking routine inspection, repair and maintenance (IRM) work. Fri, 22 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2719-crush-injury-to-hand-while-attempting-to-secure-crane-hook/ While attempting to secure a crane hook to the deck handrail with a polypropylene rope, a rigger’s right hand was caught between the hook shank and the handrail. Fri, 22 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2719-hand-injury-during-lift-operations/ During a mechanical lifting operation using a mobile crane, the crane was required to move and set up at a new location. The crane outrigger stabiliser pads (1.2T x 4) used to distribute the load from the outriggers were repositioned one at a time using a counterbalance forklift truck (FLT) and placed onto timber blocks to allow the removal of the forks. Fri, 22 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2719-finger-trapped-and-injured-whilst-moving-hatch-covers/ An AB sustained a serious finger injury when his finger was trapped while attempting to secure a forecastle hatch whilst securing the area following a mooring operation. Fri, 22 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2619-grounding-of-bulk-carrier-kuzma-minin-at-falmouth/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation (MAIB) has published its report into the grounding of the Russian bulk carrier Kuzma Minin at Falmouth Bay, England, in December 2018. Tue, 12 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2619-use-of-surge-protected-devices-on-board-vessels/ A surge protected extension lead failed, resulting in it overheating and burning. Tue, 12 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2619-petzl-pixa-lights-as-potential-dropped-objects/ A member has noted that certain headlamps supplied for use with certain helmets, as used extensively for working at height in the offshore renewables sector, could come loose and fall. Tue, 12 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2619-snake-on-board-vessel/ During a safety walk round, it was observed that a snake was on top of the anchor winch while vessel was at anchor near a port. Tue, 12 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2619-near-miss-emergency-stop-pressed-accidentally/ During DP operations a vessel lost its Port azimuth thruster. Tue, 12 Nov 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2519-battery-fire-with-subsequent-gas-explosion-warning-about-lithium-ion-power-following-ferry-fire/ The Norwegian Maritime Authority or Sjofartsdirektoratet has published an alert concerning a small fire that erupted in the battery room onboard the MF Ytterøyningen passenger ferry. Mon, 28 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2519-lithium-batteries-fire-following-the-failure-of-a-helicopter-start-power-unit/ The vessel fire alarm panel indicated an activated smoke detector in the Heli admin office. Upon investigation, crew found the Heli admin office to be filled with smoke; they proceeded to raise the alarm immediately and inform the Bridge. Mon, 28 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2519-fire-hazard-posed-by-personal-electronic-devices/ A fire incident occurred in a seafarer’s cabin due to a faulty mobile phone charger. The charger was left plugged in while unattended and an electrical short circuit ignited some paper on a desk. Mon, 28 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2519-near-miss-fire-blanket-caught-fire-during-third-party-hot-work/ While conducting a fire watch round on a vessel in port, a 2nd mate noticed that a fire blanket on the midships fire hose box had caught fire. He immediately reported this to the Bridge and used an extinguisher to put the fire out. Mon, 28 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2519-ruptured-acetylene-hose-fire/ A subcontractor was preparing to use an oxy-acetylene torch on the back deck of a vessel. On lighting the torch, a ‘pop’ sound was heard, and a small fire was observed from a rupture of the acetylene hose just ahead of the flash-back arrestor. Mon, 28 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2419-update-to-sf-1119-fatality-and-multiple-injuries-flash-fire-onboard-pipe-lay-barge/ This Safety Flash comprises an update on the flash fire which occurred onboard a pipe-lay barge earlier in 2019, and includes our members’ findings on the causes of the incident, and lessons learned. Tue, 22 Oct 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2319-for-want-of-a-watchman-the-ship-was-lost/ A Great Lakes bulk carrier laid up for the winter suffering a catastrophic fire that caused major cosmetic, machinery, and structural damage Mon, 30 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2319-uk-hse-investigation-into-offshore-gas-explosion/ The UK HSE has fined Marathon Oil UK LLC (Marathon) £1,160,000 following an investigation into a high-pressure gas release on the Brae Alpha offshore platform on 26 December 2015. Mon, 30 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2319-uk-hse-prosecution-following-2011-fatal-explosion-in-oil-refinery/ The UK HSE has fined Marathon Oil UK LLC (Marathon) £1,160,000 following an investigation into a high-pressure gas release on the Brae Alpha offshore platform on 26 December 2015. Mon, 30 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2319-near-miss-diving-operations-while-alongside/ The UK HSE has fined Marathon Oil UK LLC (Marathon) £1,160,000 following an investigation into a high-pressure gas release on the Brae Alpha offshore platform on 26 December 2015. Mon, 30 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2319-loss-of-rig-anchor-wire-from-vessel-karm-fork/ There was an unplanned retraction of the Karm Fork on an Anchor Handling Vessel, leading to an anchor tow wire and chain to be dropped.  Mon, 30 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2219-grease-itself-is-a-dropped-object/ During crane operations on an offshore vessel, quantities of grease fell from the crane block and landed on deck. Tue, 17 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2219-dropped-wooden-block-in-conductor-support-frame/ During a decommissioning project, a wooden wedge, weighing approximately 13 kg, dropped 6m, striking a rigger’s hard hat and shoulder on its way down Tue, 17 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2219-near-miss-absence-of-safety-pin-in-the-anchor-swivel-shackle/ During planned modernisation of the stern anchor it was discovered that the safety pin in the anchor’s swivel shackle was absent. Tue, 17 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2219-fatal-fall-from-height-on-board-seatruck-pace-in-liverpool-in-december-2018/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published accident Investigation Report 9/19 into a fatal fall from height. Tue, 17 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2219-bbc-news-worker-loses-hand-after-he-was-injured-with-faulty-hydraulic-cutting-gear/ A firefighter whose hand was amputated after he was injured by faulty cutting gear has received £1.5m in damages Tue, 17 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2119-high-potential-near-miss-rescue-boat-davit-failure-msf/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Alert 19-07 relating to a rescue boat davit failure during the boat’s periodic launch and testing. Wed, 04 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2119-davit-failures/ A member reports two recent issues relating to the davits of small boats Wed, 04 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2119-listing-of-crew-boat-due-to-water-ingress/ A member reports two recent issues relating to the davits of small boats Wed, 04 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2119-routine-test-of-lifeboat-launch-results-in-fatalities/ On the Auger platform in the Gulf of Mexico during routine testing, a lifeboat fell into the sea with two persons on-board. Both were fatally injured. Wed, 04 Sep 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2019-mooring-incident-mooring-line-slipped-off-and-snapped-back/ 20/19: Mooring incident: Mooring line slipped off and snapped back Fri, 23 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2019-lti-fall-from-height/ LTI – Fall from height Fri, 23 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2019-accidental-activation-of-emergency-stop-during-saturation-diving-operations/ Accidental activation of emergency stop during saturation diving operations Fri, 23 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2019-near-miss-diver-s-umbilical-trapped/ Near miss: diver’s umbilical trapped Fri, 23 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2019-lti-during-mooring-operations/ LTI during mooring operations Fri, 23 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1919-near-miss-fire-epoxy-overheating/ Near miss fire – epoxy overheating Mon, 12 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1919-near-miss-fireexplosion-thermal-runaway-lead-acid-battery/ Near miss: Fire/explosion thermal runaway – lead acid battery Mon, 12 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1919-fire-in-incinerator-exhaust-gas-manifold/ Fire in incinerator exhaust gas manifold Mon, 12 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1919-seawater-entering-cabin-caused-electrical-fault/ Seawater entering cabin caused electrical fault Mon, 12 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1919-fire-main-dust-cap-blown-away-by-pressure-from-the-line/ Fire main dust cap blown away by pressure from the line Mon, 12 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1919-smouldering-coiled-extension-cable/ Smouldering coiled extension cable Mon, 12 Aug 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1819-important-safety-notice-for-users-of-crosby-s-1326-1820mm-shur-loc-hook-with-16t-wll-pn-100434/ Important safety notice for users of Crosby S-1326 18/20mm Shur-Loc Hook with 16t WLL – PN 100434 Thu, 25 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1819-crane-anti-two-block-securing-wire-failure/ Crane anti-two block securing wire failure Thu, 25 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1819-mattress-beam-landed-very-close-to-divers/ Mattress beam landed very close to divers Thu, 25 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1819-near-miss-two-dropped-objects-msf/ Near miss - Two dropped objects (MSF) Thu, 25 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1719-high-potential-near-miss-storage-box-dropped-from-forklift/ High potential near miss – storage box dropped from forklift Tue, 16 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1719-dropped-load-bottled-water-during-lifting-operations/ Dropped load (bottled water) during lifting operations Tue, 16 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1719-near-miss-dropped-magnet-during-dry-docking/ Dropped load (bottled water) during lifting operations Tue, 16 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1719-high-potential-near-miss-dropped-object-during-piggyback-drilling-operations/ High potential near miss: Dropped object during piggyback drilling operations Tue, 16 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1719-quayside-dropped-object/ Quayside dropped object Tue, 16 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1719-dropped-flexible-pipe-incident/ Dropped flexible pipe incident Tue, 16 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1619-lti-foot-injury-after-standing-on-rotating-winch-drum/ LTI: Foot injury after standing on rotating winch drum Fri, 05 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1619-sprained-ankle-whilst-climbing-on-equipment/ Sprained ankle whilst climbing on equipment Fri, 05 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1619-line-of-fire-cutting-injury-to-index-finger/ Line of fire: cutting injury to index finger Fri, 05 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1619-man-overboard-fatality/ Man overboard fatality Fri, 05 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1619-two-incidents-relating-to-life-raftslife-boats/ Two incidents relating to life-rafts/life boats Fri, 05 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1519-well-drilled-in-the-wrong-place-breaches-railway-tunnel/ Well drilled in the wrong place breaches railway tunnel Mon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1519-space-heater-caught-fire/ Space heater caught fire Mon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1519-main-engine-turbocharger-lagging-on-fire/ Main engine turbocharger lagging on fire Mon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1519-near-miss-uncontrolled-movement-of-gangway/ Near miss: Uncontrolled movement of gangway Mon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1519-have-a-regime-when-the-current-s-abeam-ensure-adequate-manoeuvring-space/ Have a regime when the current’s abeam – ensure adequate manoeuvring space! Mon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1419-high-potential-near-miss-person-found-unconscious-in-confined-space/ High potential near miss: Person found unconscious in confined space Tue, 18 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1419-three-hand-injuries/ Three hand injuries Tue, 18 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1419-confined-spaces-silent-and-invisible-killers/ Confined spaces: Silent and invisible killers Tue, 18 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1419-three-fatalities-stored-energy-falling-objects-traffic-management/ Three fatalities: Stored energy; Falling objects; Traffic management Tue, 18 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1319-galley-electric-shock-uncontrolled-portable-electrical-equipment/ Galley electric shock – uncontrolled portable electrical equipment Tue, 04 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1319-use-of-220v-ac-power-tools-and-equipment/ Use of 220V AC power tools and equipment Tue, 04 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1319-don-t-put-your-finger-in-the-wrong-place-failure-to-isolate-equipment-causes-serious-finger-injury/ Don’t put your finger in the wrong place: failure to isolate equipment causes serious finger injury Tue, 04 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1319-the-wear-and-care-of-safety-helmets/ The wear and care of safety helmets Tue, 04 Jun 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1219-partial-pressure-of-oxygen-ppo2-getting-low-in-bell/ Partial pressure of oxygen (PPO₂) getting low in bell Tue, 28 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1219-oxygen-service-regulators/ Oxygen service regulators Tue, 28 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1219-theft-from-vessel-at-anchor/ Theft from vessel at anchor Tue, 28 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1219-dropped-load-water/ Dropped load – water Tue, 28 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1219-high-potential-near-miss-unsecured-sheave/ High potential near miss – unsecured sheave Tue, 28 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1219-two-battery-issues-step-change/ Two battery issues – Step Change Tue, 28 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1119-fatality-and-multiple-injuries-flash-fire-incident-onboard-pipelay-barge/ Fatality and multiple injuries: Flash fire incident onboard pipelay barge Fri, 17 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1019-diver-fatality-during-subsea-lifting-operations-update/ Diver fatality during subsea lifting operations – update Mon, 13 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1019-helium-gas-quad-gas-variances-across-quadrants/ Helium gas quad – gas variances across quadrants Mon, 13 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1019-weight-dropped-to-the-seabed-narrowly-missing-diving-bell/ Weight dropped to the seabed narrowly missing diving bell Mon, 13 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1019-near-miss-fire-of-electrical-distribution-board-during-diving-operations/ Near miss: Fire of electrical distribution board during diving operations Mon, 13 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0919-line-of-firepinch-point-fractured-fingers/ Line of fire/pinch point – fractured fingers Fri, 03 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0919-rigger-sustains-injury-to-left-hand/ Rigger sustains injury to left hand Fri, 03 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0919-slip-on-wet-surface-marine-safety-forum/ Slip on wet surface (Marine Safety Forum) Fri, 03 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0919-unsafe-actions-and-conditions-inhibited-alarm-buttons/ Unsafe actions and conditions – inhibited alarm buttons Fri, 03 May 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0819-fishing-nets-caught-in-propellers/ Fishing nets caught in propellers Thu, 25 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0819-oil-spill-during-bunkering/ Oil spill during bunkering Thu, 25 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0819-damaged-high-pressure-content-gauge-hoses-on-bail-outs/ Damaged high pressure content gauge hoses on bail-outs Thu, 25 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0819-fire-smoke-coming-from-an-expired-line-throwing-apparatus-lta-cartridge-kept-for-disposal/ Fire: Smoke coming from an expired line-throwing apparatus (LTA) cartridge kept for disposal Thu, 25 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0819-hot-water-fitting-failure-results-in-3m-loss-of-depth-in-diving-bell/ Whilst the diving bell was on the surface, pre-dive bell checks were being completed by the Bellman, when it was observed by the Dive Supervisor and Bellman that the bell was losing pressure. Thu, 25 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0719-unpublished-safety-incidents/ Unpublished safety incidents Thu, 18 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0719-transferee-stepping-from-gangway-to-staircase-during-rotation/ Transferee stepping from gangway to staircase during rotation Thu, 18 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0719-near-miss-cargo-shifted-on-deck-in-heavy-weather/ Near miss: Cargo shifted on deck in heavy weather Thu, 18 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0719-uncontrolled-release-of-walk-to-work-gangway/ Uncontrolled release of walk to work gangway Thu, 18 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0719-vessel-hit-moored-barge-whilst-turning/ Vessel hit moored barge whilst turning Thu, 18 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0619-latent-trip-hazards/ Latent trip hazards Fri, 05 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0619-near-miss-crewman-struck-on-head-by-crane-hook-marine-safety-forum/ Near miss: Crewman struck on head by crane hook (Marine Safety Forum) Fri, 05 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0619-personal-injury-following-ppe-violation-and-slip-and-fall-on-deck/ Personal injury following PPE violation and slip and fall on deck Fri, 05 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0619-hand-injury-during-closing-of-hatch/ Hand injury during closing of hatch Fri, 05 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0619-lti-head-injury/ LTI: Head injury Fri, 05 Apr 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0519-high-potential-near-miss-passenger-on-a-ctv-narrowly-avoided-being-crushed-between-vessels/ High potential near miss: Passenger on a CTV narrowly avoided being crushed between vessels Wed, 20 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0519-near-miss-potential-fall-through-ctv-hatch/ Near miss: Potential fall through CTV hatch Wed, 20 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0519-near-miss-diver-reports-tight-gas/ Near miss: Diver reports tight gas Wed, 20 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0519-near-miss-winch-wire-snagged-and-released-suddenly/ Near miss: Winch wire snagged and released suddenly Wed, 20 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0419-galley-safety-rice-cooker-smouldering/ Galley safety – rice cooker smouldering Tue, 12 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0419-near-miss-potential-fire-overheating-of-oil-in-deep-frying-pan/ Near miss: Potential fire – overheating of oil in deep frying pan Tue, 12 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0419-sparks-from-funnel-caused-small-fire/ Sparks from funnel caused small fire Tue, 12 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0419-hazard-hunt-fire-dampers-and-fixed-firefighting-systems/ Hazard hunt: fire dampers and fixed firefighting systems Tue, 12 Mar 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0319-product-caution-notice-relating-to-commercial-diving-equipment-gas-conditioner-charges/ Product caution notice relating to commercial diving equipment: gas conditioner charges Wed, 27 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0319-corrosion-failure-of-bolts-on-a-cargo-barge-bollard/ Corrosion: Failure of bolts on a cargo barge bollard Wed, 27 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0319-lti-engineer-injured-following-engine-room-sliptrip/ LTI: Engineer injured following engine room slip/trip Wed, 27 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0319-subcontractor-rov-control-room-damaged-by-fire/ Subcontractor ROV control room damaged by fire Wed, 27 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0219-lti-finger-injury-during-work-with-rotating-machinery/ LTI: Finger injury during work with rotating machinery Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0219-bsee-worker-injured-in-fall-from-height-into-water/ BSEE: Worker injured in fall from height into water Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0219-hazard-hunt-pilot-ladders-and-gangways/ Hazard hunt: Pilot ladders and gangways Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0219-high-potential-near-miss-dropped-line-pipe-after-vacuum-lifter-failed/ High potential near miss: Dropped line pipe after vacuum lifter failed Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0219-high-potential-near-miss-dropped-object-flood-lamp/ High potential near miss: Dropped object (flood lamp) Wed, 13 Feb 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0119-confined-space-entry-person-overcome-by-fumes-and-rendered-unconscious/ Confined space entry: person overcome by fumes and rendered unconscious Mon, 28 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0119-confined-space-fatality-on-board-the-fishing-vessel-sunbeam/ Confined space fatality on-board the fishing vessel Sunbeam Mon, 28 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0119-confined-space-entry-worker-died-inside-pump-room/ Confined space entry: Worker died inside pump room Mon, 28 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0119-person-felt-unwell-while-working-in-confined-space/ Person felt unwell while working in confined space Mon, 28 Jan 2019 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2918-umbilical-termination-failure-and-loss-of-rov/ Umbilical termination failure and loss of ROV Fri, 21 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2918-fires-caused-by-electronic-device-chargers/ Fires caused by electronic device chargers Fri, 21 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2918-high-potential-near-miss-anchor-brake-failure/ High potential near miss: anchor brake failure Fri, 21 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2918-unsafe-backloading-of-equipment/ Unsafe backloading of equipment Fri, 21 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2918-fatal-injury-during-lifting-operations-maersk-interceptor/ Fatal injury during lifting operations – Maersk Interceptor Fri, 21 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2918-msf-near-miss-potential-dropped-object-during-cargo-operations/ MSF: Near miss – potential dropped object during cargo operations Fri, 21 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2818-lti-severe-burn-from-short-circuited-li-ion-battery/ LTI: Severe burn from short circuited Li-Ion battery Tue, 18 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2818-uk-hse-worker-suffers-life-changing-crush-injuries-rotating-machine/ UK HSE: Worker suffers life-changing crush injuries – rotating machine Tue, 18 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2818-msf-two-ltis-a-slip-and-a-fall-and-trapping-a-thumb/ MSF: Two LTIs – a slip and a fall, and trapping a thumb Tue, 18 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2818-suspected-case-of-legionella-onboard-vessel/ Suspected case of Legionella onboard vessel Tue, 18 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2818-sharp-wire-injury-during-routine-maintenance/ Sharp wire: injury during routine maintenance Tue, 18 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2718-third-party-high-potential-near-miss-dropped-gangway/ Third-party high potential near miss – dropped gangway Fri, 14 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2718-don-t-forget-about-gangways-uscg-pilot-dies-in-gangway-accident/ “Don’t forget about gangways” – USCG: Pilot Dies in Gangway Accident Fri, 14 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2718-crisis-management-rail-industry-high-potential-near-miss/ Crisis Management: Rail Industry High Potential Near Miss Fri, 14 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2718-bsee-failure-of-crane-hydraulic-boom-cylinders/ BSEE: Failure of Crane Hydraulic Boom Cylinders Fri, 14 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2718-pipelay-technician-sustained-cut-to-wrist-whilst-handling-testing-equipment/ Pipelay technician sustained cut to wrist whilst handling testing equipment Fri, 14 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2618-lti-rigger-tripped-over-quayside-obstacle-in-the-dark-and-fell/ LTI – rigger tripped over quayside obstacle in the dark and fell Mon, 03 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2618-glow-sticks-breaking-open-chemical-splash-risk/ Glow sticks breaking open – chemical splash risk Mon, 03 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2618-high-potential-dropped-object-during-lifting-operations/ High potential dropped object during lifting operations Mon, 03 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2618-high-potential-near-miss-tensioner-pad-dropped-to-under-deck-carousel/ High potential near miss: tensioner pad dropped to under deck carousel Mon, 03 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2518-finger-injury-diver-caught-finger-in-bell-door/ Finger injury: diver caught finger in bell door Fri, 09 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2518-near-miss-unplanned-deployment-of-plet-outrigger/ Near miss: unplanned deployment of PLET outrigger Fri, 09 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2518-lti-finger-injury-during-lifting-operations/ LTI: finger injury during lifting operations Fri, 09 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2518-injury-sustained-during-manual-handling-of-sharp-object/ Injury sustained during manual handling of sharp object Fri, 09 Nov 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2418-electrician-received-electric-shock-from-a-bare-cable/ Electrician received electric shock from a bare cable Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2418-ocimf-pilot-ladder-side-rope-failure-unsafe-pilot-transfer/ OCIMF: Pilot ladder side rope failure: Unsafe pilot transfer Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2418-pallet-failure-high-potential-dropped-object-during-lifting-operations/ Pallet failure: High potential dropped object during lifting operations Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2418-incorrectly-weighted-monkey-s-fist/ Incorrectly weighted Monkey’s Fist Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2418-release-of-stored-energy-from-coiled-superloops/ Release of stored energy from coiled superloops Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2418-potential-interference-of-vhf-fm-radio-and-ais-reception/ Potential interference of VHF-FM radio and AIS reception Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2318-electric-arc-incident/ Electric Arc Incident Tue, 02 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2318-robbery-at-anchor-vessel-security/ Robbery at anchor – vessel security Tue, 02 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2318-grinding-using-a-cutting-disc/ Grinding using a cutting disc Tue, 02 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2318-snagged-lift-during-deck-cargo-operations/ Snagged lift during deck cargo operations Tue, 02 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2218-seamanship-vessel-collision-with-fishing-boat/ Seamanship: Vessel Collision with Fishing Boat Tue, 25 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2218-high-potential-near-miss-line-of-fire-during-mooring-operations/ High Potential Near Miss: Line of Fire During Mooring Operations Tue, 25 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2218-lost-time-injury-lti-fall-on-staircase/ Lost Time Injury (LTI): Fall on Staircase Tue, 25 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2218-serious-injury-from-rotating-winch/ Serious Injury from Rotating Winch Tue, 25 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2218-fatal-traffic-accident-on-board-a-large-vessel/ Fatal Traffic Accident on Board a Large Vessel Tue, 25 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2218-recurring-hand-injury/ Hand Injury Tue, 25 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2118-unplanned-deployment-of-free-fall-lifeboat/ Unplanned deployment of free fall lifeboat Mon, 17 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2118-life-raft-self-activates-and-falls-to-the-quayside/ Life raft self-activates and falls to the quayside Mon, 17 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2118-costly-damage-to-azimuth-thruster-caused-by-fishing-gear/ Costly damage to azimuth thruster caused by fishing gear Mon, 17 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2118-control-module-failure-caused-main-engine-sudden-reduction-to-idle-speed/ Control module failure caused main engine sudden reduction to idle speed Mon, 17 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2118-inadequate-maintenance-and-securing-arrangements-of-emergency-exit-hatches/ Inadequate maintenance and securing arrangements of emergency exit hatches Mon, 17 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2018-pro-active-intervention-prevented-high-potential-dropped-objects/ Pro-active intervention prevented high potential dropped objects Mon, 10 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2018-dropped-pipe-incidents-with-potentially-fatal-consequences/ Dropped pipe incidents with potentially fatal consequences Mon, 10 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2018-dropped-object-crane-floodlight/ Dropped object: crane floodlight Mon, 10 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2018-two-serious-dropped-object-near-miss/ Two serious dropped object near miss Mon, 10 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2018-dropped-object-first-aid-injury-during-rov-maintenance/ Dropped object: first aid injury during ROV maintenance Mon, 10 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2018-potential-dropped-objects-in-frame-pockets/ Potential dropped objects in frame pockets Mon, 10 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1918-diver-fatality-during-subsea-lifting-operations/ Diver fatality during subsea lifting operations Mon, 03 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1918-two-accident-advisories-relating-to-diver-fatalities/ Two ‘accident advisories’ relating to diver fatalities Mon, 03 Sep 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1818-fire-in-the-accommodation-electronic-items-in-cabins/ Fire in the accommodation: electronic items in cabins Thu, 23 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1818-auto-ignition-of-laundry-items/ Auto-ignition of laundry items Thu, 23 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1818-high-potential-near-miss-working-on-pressurised-pipeline/ High potential near miss: working on pressurised pipeline Thu, 23 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1818-near-miss-unplanned-release-of-2-blasting-hose-outlet-from-air-receiver-coupling-clamp/ Near miss: unplanned release of 2″ blasting hose outlet from air receiver coupling clamp Thu, 23 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1818-unplanned-stored-pressure-release-worker-struck-by-gas-cylinder-company-fined/ Unplanned stored pressure release: worker struck by gas cylinder – company fined Thu, 23 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1818-serious-injury-caused-by-energy-isolation-failure/ Serious injury caused by energy isolation failure Thu, 23 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1718-floating-production-platform-evacuated-amid-power-outage/ Floating production platform evacuated amid power outage Fri, 03 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1718-wire-rope-sling-failed-during-lifting-operations/ Wire rope sling failed during lifting operations Fri, 03 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1718-near-miss-onboard-o2-bottle-leaked-into-diving-bell/ Near miss: onboard O₂ bottle leaked into diving bell Fri, 03 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1718-high-potential-near-miss-unplanned-handling-of-unexploded-ordnance/ High potential near miss: unplanned handling of unexploded ordnance Fri, 03 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2016-near-miss-divers-umbilical-rupture-during-routine-maintenance/ Near-miss: Divers’ umbilical rupture during routine maintenance Thu, 02 Aug 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1618-lost-time-injury-lti-ankle-injuries-during-loading-operations/ Lost time injury (LTI): ankle injuries during loading operations Fri, 27 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1618-injured-finger-during-cargo-operations/ Injured finger during cargo operations Fri, 27 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1618-finger-injury-caused-by-falling-wire-wedge/ Finger injury caused by falling wire wedge Fri, 27 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1618-there-s-something-in-my-eye/ There’s something in my eye! Fri, 27 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1518-vessel-collision-with-fixed-structure-on-wind-farm/ Vessel collision with fixed structure on wind farm Fri, 20 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1518-crewman-received-415v-electric-shock/ Crewman received 415v electric shock Fri, 20 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1518-uscg-bollard-failures-at-marine-facilities/ USCG: bollard failures at marine facilities Fri, 20 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1518-fuel-spray-fire/ Fuel spray fire Fri, 20 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1518-lti-diver-injured-during-water-jetting-operations/ LTI: diver injured during water jetting operations Fri, 20 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1518-uscg-two-alerts-relating-to-gas-releases/ USCG: two alerts relating to gas releases Fri, 20 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1418-man-overboard-personnel-transfers-by-swing-rope-and-personnel-basket/ Man overboard: personnel transfers by swing rope and personnel basket Mon, 09 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1418-stored-energy-injury-caused-by-failure-of-expansion-joint-in-fire-fighting-equipment/ Stored energy: injury caused by failure of expansion joint in fire-fighting equipment Mon, 09 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1418-three-fires/ Three fires Mon, 09 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1418-vessel-engine-block-blown-open-in-and-around-cylinder/ Vessel engine block blown open in and around cylinder Mon, 09 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1418-accidental-activation-of-expired-pyrotechnics-hand-flare/ Accidental activation of expired pyrotechnics (hand flare) Mon, 09 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1418-hangar-door-failure-and-collapse/ Hangar door failure and collapse Mon, 09 Jul 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1318-lost-time-injury-lti-fractured-elbow-fall-injury/ Lost time injury (LTI): fractured elbow – fall injury Fri, 22 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1318-lti-cut-to-hand-from-protruding-hose-clip-marine-safety-forum/ LTI: cut to hand from protruding hose clip (Marine Safety Forum) Fri, 22 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1318-two-dropped-object-near-misses/ Two dropped object near misses Fri, 22 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1318-msf-three-potential-near-misses-during-cargo-operations/ MSF: three potential near misses during cargo operations Fri, 22 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1218-uscg-the-role-of-main-propulsion-lube-oil-system-in-the-loss-of-the-el-faro/ USCG: the role of main propulsion lube oil system in the loss of the El Faro Thu, 14 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1218-helicopter-navigation-experienced-magnetic-interference/ Helicopter navigation experienced magnetic interference Thu, 14 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1218-unapproved-repair-of-diver-gas-supply-umbilical/ Unapproved repair of diver gas supply umbilical Thu, 14 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1218-accidental-drinking-of-thinners-stored-in-mineral-water-bottle/ Accidental drinking of thinners stored in mineral water bottle Thu, 14 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1218-rodent-caused-short-circuiting-of-440v-bus-bar/ Rodent caused short circuiting of 440v bus bar Thu, 14 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1218-recent-prosecutions-by-the-uk-hse/ Recent prosecutions by the UK HSE Thu, 14 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1118-uncontrolled-movement-of-a-riser/ Uncontrolled movement of a riser Mon, 04 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1118-high-potential-near-miss-worker-inadvertently-lifted-by-crane-marine-safety-forum/ High potential near miss: worker inadvertently lifted by crane (Marine Safety Forum) Mon, 04 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1118-near-miss-potential-dropped-objects-on-temporary-buoy-modules-tbms/ Near miss: potential dropped objects on a temporary buoys (TBMs) Mon, 04 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1118-two-potential-dropped-objects-marine-safety-forum/ Two potential dropped objects (Marine Safety Forum) Mon, 04 Jun 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1018-incorrectly-selected-oxygen-welding-gas-hose-bursts-catches-fire/ Incorrectly selected oxygen welding gas hose bursts & catches fire Wed, 09 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1018-edges-and-ledges-a-slip-on-deck-resulted-in-injury/ Edges and ledges – a slip on deck resulted in injury Wed, 09 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1018-vessel-ran-aground-following-error-on-chart/ Vessel ran aground following error on chart Wed, 09 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1018-vessel-made-contact-with-rig-legs/ Vessel made contact with rig legs Wed, 09 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1018-corrosion-cracking-of-strain-hardened-type-304-stainless-steel-bolts/ Corrosion cracking of strain-hardened type 304 stainless steel bolts Wed, 09 May 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0918-dropped-object-intermediate-bulk-container-ibc/ Dropped object – intermediate bulk container (IBC) Tue, 24 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0918-bsee-potentially-catastrophic-crane-and-lifting-incidents/ BSEE: potentially catastrophic crane and lifting incidents Tue, 24 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0918-worker-hit-by-steel-plate-falling-from-crane/ Worker hit by steel plate falling from crane Tue, 24 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0918-missing-protection-cover-becomes-potential-dropped-object/ Missing protection cover becomes potential dropped object Tue, 24 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0918-load-fell-from-trailer-after-it-was-inadequately-secured/ Load fell from trailer after it was inadequately secured Tue, 24 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0818-near-miss-diver-s-umbilical-snagged-by-work-basket-during-recovery-to-surface/ Near miss: diver’s umbilical snagged by work basket during recovery to surface Wed, 11 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0818-rope-on-propeller-causing-partial-loss-of-propulsion/ Rope on propeller causing partial loss of propulsion Wed, 11 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0818-unsafe-attempt-of-personnel-transfer-between-vessels/ Unsafe attempt of personnel transfer between vessels Wed, 11 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0818-port-company-fined-after-600kg-fibc-bag-falls-on-employee/ Port company fined after 600kg FIBC bag falls on employee Wed, 11 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0818-finger-burnt-by-overheating-electrical-component/ Finger burnt by overheating electrical component Wed, 11 Apr 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0718-sustained-load-cracking-in-aluminium-cylinders-manufactured-from-aluminium-alloys-he30aa6082-and-aa6351/ Sustained load cracking in aluminium cylinders manufactured from aluminium alloys HE30/AA6082 and AA6351 Thu, 22 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0718-technical-service-bulletin-from-brocorankin-br22-plus-exothermic-cutting-torch/ Technical Service Bulletin from Broco/Rankin – BR22 Plus Exothermic Cutting Torch Thu, 22 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0618-catastrophic-engine-failure-resulting-in-a-fire-on-a-crew-transfer-vessel/ Catastrophic Engine Failure Resulting in A Fire on A Crew Transfer Vessel Mon, 19 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0618-finger-injury-during-recovery-of-daughter-craft/ Finger Injury During Recovery of Daughter Craft Mon, 19 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0618-workboat-failed-during-transfer-operations-due-to-fuel-contamination/ Workboat Failed During Transfer Operations Due to Fuel Contamination Mon, 19 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0618-vesselplatform-collision-mooring-bollard-broken-by-vessel/ Vessel/Platform Collision – Mooring Bollard Broken by Vessel Mon, 19 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0618-accidental-mixing-of-different-fuel-oils/ Accidental Mixing of Different Fuel Oils Mon, 19 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0618-unexpected-release-of-water-during-annual-maintenance-of-co2-fixed-firefighting-system/ Unexpected Release of Water During Annual Maintenance of CO2 Fixed Firefighting System Mon, 19 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0518-fatality-worker-crushed-between-two-items-of-moving-plant/ Fatality: worker crushed between two items of moving plant Fri, 02 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0518-worker-lost-his-leg-when-he-was-hit-by-a-forklift-truck-during-lifting-operations/ Worker lost his leg when he was hit by a forklift truck during lifting operations Fri, 02 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0518-worker-fatally-injured-in-falling-from-a-scissor-lift-platform-which-collided-with-another-vehicle/ Worker fatally injured in falling from a scissor-lift platform which collided with another vehicle Fri, 02 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0518-worker-struck-and-injured-by-tipper-truck/ Worker struck and injured by tipper truck Fri, 02 Mar 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0418-near-miss-potential-dropped-object-left-on-top-of-cargo/ Near miss: potential dropped object left on top of cargo Tue, 20 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0418-potential-dropped-objects-left-on-loaded-cargo/ Potential dropped objects left on loaded cargo Tue, 20 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0418-high-potential-near-miss-dropped-object-spark-arrestor/ High potential near miss: dropped object – spark arrestor Tue, 20 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0418-high-potential-dropped-object-satellite-dome-fell-from-mast/ High potential dropped object – satellite dome fell from mast Tue, 20 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0418-galvanic-corrosion-causes-dropped-object-satellite-dome-fell-from-mast/ Galvanic corrosion causes dropped object – satellite dome fell from mast Tue, 20 Feb 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0318-snapped-mooring-line/ Snapped mooring line Wed, 31 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0318-gangway-damaged-when-lifting-line-parted/ A lifting line failed whilst vessel crew were lifting the gangway to stow it in position on departure from an anchorage. Wed, 31 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0318-fast-rescue-craft-damaged-by-inappropriate-use/ Fast rescue craft damaged by inappropriate use Wed, 31 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0318-inadequate-handling-and-storage-of-potentially-hazardous-substances/ Inadequate handling and storage of potentially hazardous substances Wed, 31 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0318-near-miss-potential-fire-in-the-laundry-room/ Near miss: potential fire in the laundry room Wed, 31 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0318-fixed-co2-fire-extinguishing-systems-us-coast-guard-alert/ Fixed CO2 fire extinguishing systems – US Coast Guard alert Wed, 31 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0218-lti-feet-trapped-in-motion-compensated-telescopic-gangway/ LTI: Feet trapped in motion compensated telescopic gangway Tue, 23 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0218-lifeboat-damaged-during-deployment-drill/ A lifeboat was damaged because of equipment failure during a routine deployment drill. Tue, 23 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0218-high-potential-near-miss-ab-slipped-over-the-side-during-mooring-operations/ During mooring operations, an Able Seaman (AB) jumped from the vessel to the quayside to receive the mooring ropes. Tue, 23 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0218-lti-finger-injury-while-using-safe-hands-tool/ Step Change in Safety reports an incident in which a crewman sustained a finger injury while using a ‘safe hands’ tool to manoeuvre a container into place Tue, 23 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0218-near-miss-potential-dropped-object-due-to-unsecured-door/ Step Change in Safety reports an incident in which there was a potential dropped object due to an unsecured door on a load Tue, 23 Jan 2018 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3217-load-exceeding-safe-working-load-swl-leads-to-overstressed-and-damaged-rigging/ During a decommissioning operation, shears were used to cut a pipeline. Thu, 21 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3217-failure-of-steel-wire-sling/ During offshore wind farm construction, pull wires were being laid. Thu, 21 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3217-arm-injury-whilst-using-pillar-drill/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) reports another incident wherein a crew person was injured following misuse of a pillar drill. Thu, 21 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3217-finger-injury-while-using-a-crowbar-to-try-to-shift-a-large-shackle/ During anchor handling operations, one anchor was on deck and crew were required to connect a wire socket to the anchor by using a shackle. Thu, 21 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3217-unplanned-release-of-stored-energy-worker-struck-and-injured-by-tensioning-tool/ The International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP) has published Safety Alert 293 about an incident in which a worker was struck on the head and seriously injured when a tensioning tool came loose and hit him. Thu, 21 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3217-near-miss-worker-temporarily-trapped-in-confined-space/ On a vessel in a shipyard, a member of the painting team accessed a tank to perform an inspection. Thu, 21 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3117-potential-engine-room-flooding-maintenance-and-equipment-failure-issues-on-a-laid-up-vessel/ A seawater cooling line failed during planned maintenance on a vessel in “cold” lay-up. Fri, 15 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3117-bow-thruster-room-flooded-during-fresh-water-transfer-operation/ Though these two incidents do not pertain to the marine environment, the underlying issues involved – traffic management and separation, planning and safe systems of work, risk assessment, work at height etc. – are of relevance and interest to IMCA members. Fri, 15 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3117-lost-time-injury-person-slipped-on-the-stairs-and-broke-his-arm/ A member of the engine room team suffered a serious injury to his left forearm while carrying a pail of lubrication oil from the steering flat to the engine room. Fri, 15 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3117-fires-on-materials-made-of-fibre-reinforced-plastic-frp/ A member reports that serious fires have broken out on vessels with fibre-reinforced plastic (FRP) materials. Fri, 15 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3117-two-cases-of-contaminated-drinking-water/ Members report two cases of contaminated drinking water Fri, 15 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3017-self-employed-diver-sentenced-for-falsifying-diving-medical-certificate/ A man has been sentenced after supplying falsified diving medical certificates to a diving company in 2016. Tue, 12 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3017-worker-suffers-life-changing-injury-after-pressure-test-failure/ The UK HSE advises that three companies were sentenced after an employee suffered serious fractures to his leg. Tue, 12 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3017-four-hand-and-finger-injury-incidents/ The HSE is reminding companies of the necessity of monitoring workers’ health Tue, 12 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3017-two-industrial-vehicle-incidents/ Though these two incidents do not pertain to the marine environment, the underlying issues involved – traffic management and separation, planning and safe systems of work, risk assessment, work at height etc. – are of relevance and interest to IMCA members. Tue, 12 Dec 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2917-uscg-remain-upright-by-fully-understanding-vessel-stability/ The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has published Safety Alert 11-17 relating to vessel stability and watertight integrity. Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2917-dropped-object-window-fell-from-crane-cabin/ The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has published Safety Alert 11-17 relating to vessel stability and watertight integrity. Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2917-unlabelled-containers-chemicals-stored-in-drinking-water-bottles/ The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has published Safety Alert 11-17 relating to vessel stability and watertight integrity. Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2917-near-miss-water-bottles-reused-for-fuel-storage/ During a vessel inspection, plastic water bottles were discovered being reused to store diesel on board a fast rescue craft (FRC). Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2817-km-37kss-helmet-neck-dam-near-miss/ During offshore subsea operations, an air diver reported to the surface that his helmet had flooded. Tue, 07 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2817-near-miss-worker-in-dockyard-almost-struck-by-a-cherry-picker-crane/ A Member reports a near miss incident in which a worker was almost hit by a ‘cherry picker’ mobile crane. Tue, 07 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2817-finger-injury-during-work-with-rotating-machinery/ Whilst working with a pillar drilling machine, a crewman got his glove caught in the rotating bit and dislocated his left thumb. Tue, 07 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2817-lost-time-injury-lti-finger-injury-during-main-engine-exhaust-valve-overhaul/ An engineer suffered a crushed finger when there was an unplanned movement of a main engine exhaust valve during maintenance. Tue, 07 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2817-finger-injury-what-happens-when-you-don-t-use-the-right-tool-for-the-right-job/ A crewman attempted to remove the impeller from a fire pump using a hammer and punching rod. While he was hammering, a steel splinter of the punching rod (3-4 mm) chipped off and punctured his right hand. Tue, 07 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2817-two-yard-based-fatal-road-traffic-accidents-uk-hse/ A crewman attempted to remove the impeller from a fire pump using a hammer and punching rod. While he was hammering, a steel splinter of the punching rod (3-4 mm) chipped off and punctured his right hand. Tue, 07 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2917-loss-of-tow-and-subsequent-foundering-of-two-vessels/ The Danish Maritime Accident Investigation Board (DMAIB) published a Marine accident report on Maersk Battler’s loss of tow and the foundering of Maersk Searcher and Maersk Shipper in the Bay of Biscay on the night between 21 and 22 December 2016.  Tue, 07 Nov 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2717-laptop-battery-fire/ A laptop battery exploded and caught fire. Wed, 25 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2717-two-near-miss-incidents-with-a-risk-of-scalding/ Seahealth.dk has kindly shared this safety alert with IMCA Wed, 25 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2717-high-potential-dropped-object-near-miss-steel-ferrule-failure/ A winch wire failed causing a pennant assembly and wire to fall directly into a crane basket. There were no injuries. Wed, 25 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2717-a-structural-failure-leads-to-uncontrolled-motion-of-a-billy-pugh-basket-and-injuries-to-crew/ The United States Bureau of Safety & Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has issued a bulletin about an incident in which a ‘Billy Pugh’ basket was subject to uncontrolled motion leading to three crew being injured. Wed, 25 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2717-safety-alert-regarding-the-product-eurogrit-asbestos-contamination/ A member has passed to us a safety alert regarding the product ‘Eurogrit’, an aluminium silicate (coal slag) blast cleaning abrasive, which has been contaminated with asbestos (Chrysotile). Wed, 25 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2717-product-safety-retrofit-notice-mak-automated-flanged-valves-3-4-6-8-and-12-600/ A product-safety retrofit notice was issued by ADAMS Armaturen GmbH on 23 December 2016 and this has been recently highlighted by the International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP). Wed, 25 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2717-safety-features-of-the-siemens-maxum-edition-ii-gas-chromatograph/ The UK Health & Safety Executive (HSE) has issued a safety bulletin regarding the safety features of the Siemens Maxum Edition II gas chromatograph (GC), following an incident involving one of these instruments, in which an instrument technician was injured as a result of an explosion. Wed, 25 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2617-loss-of-sight-in-right-eye-misdiagnosis-of-illness/ A crew member on an ocean-going cargo vessel lost the sight in his right eye. Fri, 20 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2617-high-potential-dropped-object-near-miss-object-fell-from-cargo/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) reports an incident in which a piece of grating weighing 17kg fell from a load. Fri, 20 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2617-pin-from-crane-block-sheave-guard-fell-25-m/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) reports an incident in which a piece of grating weighing 17kg fell from a load. Fri, 20 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2617-stored-energy-near-miss-person-nearly-hit-by-equipment-caught-during-light-daughtercraft-operations/ A stand-by diver on a light daughtercraft (LDC) was nearly hit by a flying block and tackle, which was thrown towards him by an unplanned release of tension during mooring operations Fri, 20 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2617-uk-hse-worker-loses-fingers-in-crush-injury-during-lifting-operations/ The UK HSE reports that a company has been sentenced after a worker lost his middle two fingers at work Fri, 20 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2617-us-coast-guard-safety-alert-0717-co2-hazards/ During two recent vessel inspections Coast Guard marine inspectors participated in and witnessed occasions where the testing and maintenance of a CO2 system resulted in serious safety threats that could easily have led to loss of life. Fri, 20 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2517-fatality-crew-member-crushed-between-tms-and-snubber-ring/ During a maintenance operation, a member of an ROV crew sustained fatal injuries when he was trapped between the top of the tether management system (TMS) and the snubber ring. Thu, 19 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2417-lost-time-injury-lti-loose-grating-fell-from-crane-a-man-fell-through-and-was-injured/ A crane operator stepped on a loose piece of grating on the crane walkway. The grating fell 18 m to deck below, damaging some stairs. The crane operator fell 4.5 m through the open grating, and suffered a fractured left leg. Thu, 05 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2417-near-miss-grating-dislodged-and-fell-leading-to-crewman-slipping/ During flow-line installation work on an oil platform, a section of plastic grating became dislodged as a crewman stepped on it. Thu, 05 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2417-flooding-in-steering-gear-compartment/ During flow-line installation work on an oil platform, a section of plastic grating became dislodged as a crewman stepped on it. Thu, 05 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2417-small-boat-deployment-near-miss-incident/ A vessel was carrying out a monthly rescue boat drill when, as a result of procedures not being followed, there was a sudden and unplanned deployment of the boat into the sea. Thu, 05 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2417-fatality-overpressure-of-an-explosion-proof-enclosure/ The International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP) has published an alert regarding an incident in which an engineer was fatally injured. Thu, 05 Oct 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2317-property-damage-platform-supply-vessel-collided-with-legs-of-jack-up-rig/ A Platform Supply Vessel (PSV) collided with the legs of a jack-up drilling rig, causing some damage to the PSV. Thu, 21 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2317-two-near-misses-loads-fell-from-height-to-deck/ During two recent lifting operations, loads fell from height to the deck. Thu, 21 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2317-failure-of-pipework-in-fuel-tanks/ Water ingress into a fuel tank was discovered to be from leaking pipework. Thu, 21 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2317-lost-time-injury-lti-finger-laceration-due-to-use-of-knife/ A crew member was working with a knife when his knife suddenly slipped and sliced a layer of skin off his index finger and part of the nail off the next finger on his left hand. Thu, 21 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2317-crewman-got-cement-dust-in-his-eyes/ During the discharging of a cement tank on board a vessel, a crewman was standing in the path of a blow back of cement dust, and the dust got in his eyes. Thu, 21 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2217-counterfeit-training-certificates/ IMCA has been advised that there has been a recent increase in counterfeit training certificates in circulation for crane operators, riggers, banksman/slingers etc Fri, 01 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2217-passenger-safety-in-retrofitted-mini-vansbuses/ An International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP) member reports on an audit into the use of retrofitted vehicles, e.g. converted cargo-duty mini-vans/buses for passenger transportation Fri, 01 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2217-worker-trapped-and-injured-by-reversing-vehicle/ An IOGP safety alert recounts how, at a land-based seismic survey camp, a worker was trapped and injured when a reversing vehicle did not stop. Fri, 01 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2217-worker-was-injured-by-a-forklift-truck/ A UK company was fined after prosecution by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Fri, 01 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2217-worker-crushed-by-droppedfalling-object/ A UK company was fined after prosecution by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Fri, 01 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2117-dropped-object-near-miss-hammer-dropped-from-scaffolding/ A hammer weighing 1.1 kg was inadvertently dropped from height and fell over 12 m to the deck. Wed, 23 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2117-high-potential-near-miss-dropped-object-buffer-plate-fell-from-crane-boom/ During lifting operations with the main crane, a buffer plate fell from the crane boom. Wed, 23 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2117-bunkering-hose-dropped-to-deck-incorrect-lifting-procedure/ A bunkering hose was dropped to deck from 11 m in the air. Wed, 23 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2117-uncontrolled-movement-of-crane-block-and-pennant-during-lifting-operations-at-sea/ During bunkering operations between two vessels at sea, there was an uncontrolled movement of a crane block, resulting in a pennant striking a supply vessel, placing personnel in the line of fire. Wed, 23 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2117-high-potential-near-miss-slip-on-tag-line-during-crane-operations/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) reports an incident in which a crewman slipped and fell during lifting operations. Wed, 23 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2117-fatality-during-unpacking-of-heavy-electrical-panel-equipment/ Step Change UK reports a fatal incident which occurred during the unpacking of heavy electrical equipment on an offshore production platform. Wed, 23 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2017-power-loss-within-dive-control/ IMCA members continue to report significant numbers of hand and finger injuries. Here we discuss two such incidents recently reported by the UK's Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Fri, 11 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2017-incorrect-pressure-gauge-on-high-pressure-supply-line/ The International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP) has published Safety Alert 284 relating to a small steam leak from a pressure gauge on the high pressure steam supply to a turbine. Fri, 11 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2017-oxygen-and-acetylene-hose-caught-fire/ On investigating the source of smoke and flames that were noticed near their work location, workers discovered some oxygen and acetylene hoses on fire. Fri, 11 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2017-high-potential-near-miss-failure-of-valve-on-gas-bottle/ High potential near miss: failure of valve on gas bottle Fri, 11 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1917-lti-injury-to-right-wrist/ Someone using a power tool suffered a serious injury to the right wrist when the drill got out of control. Wed, 02 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1917-lti-crush-injury-to-middle-and-index-finger/ Riggers on a vessel were moving heavy deck plates (2.45 m x 1.2 m x 5 mm, weighing 114 kg) when one of them got his hand caught, causing a crush injury. Wed, 02 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1917-two-cases-of-hand-injuries-uk-hse/ IMCA members continue to report significant numbers of hand and finger injuries. Here we discuss two such incidents recently reported by the UK's Health and Safety Executive (HSE). Wed, 02 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1917-hand-injury-whilst-using-pillar-drill/ Hand injury whilst using pillar drill Wed, 02 Aug 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1817-high-potential-incident-fast-rescue-craft-capsized/ Four people were thrown into the sea and work equipment damaged or lost when a fast rescue craft capsized while conducting a seismic survey. Tue, 25 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1817-painter-parted-during-small-boat-operations/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) reports an incident in which the forward painter quick release on a fast rescue craft (FRC) parted during recovery of the boat. Three crew members were in the FRC. Tue, 25 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1817-near-miss-failure-of-subsea-lifting-equipment/ A dummy spool connected to two lift bags made a rapid and uncontrolled ascent to the surface. Tue, 25 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1817-near-miss-single-wire-strand-protruded-from-original-lay/ During deployment of the bell and clump weight from a vessel for subsea inspection of a riser line, it was observed that a single wire strand protruded from original lay (‘high stranding’). Tue, 25 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1817-parting-of-hawser-and-bulk-cargo-hose-during-tandem-mooring/ During at-sea bunkering operations between two vessels, a mooring line parted and then a fuel hose parted also. Tue, 25 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1817-unsafe-mooring-practices/ During a routine marine inspection of a vessel it was observed that rope lines had been attached to the mooring winch control levers to facilitate ‘remote’ operation of the winches. Tue, 25 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1717-fall-from-height-lti/ A supervisor fell 7 metres through an upper deck hatch on a vessel alongside, suffering injuries that required surgery and physiotherapy and several months away from work. Thu, 13 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1717-fall-from-height-during-yard-visit/ A yard worker fell 4 m from the main deck to a mezzanine deck, suffering a compression fracture in his right ankle. Thu, 13 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1717-crewman-found-collapsed-seasickness/ A trainee member of the crew was found lying unconscious on the deck between two cement tanks. Thu, 13 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1717-worker-fainted-and-was-injured-during-tanker-operations-in-a-tropical-climate/ After working in a crouched position on hoses aboard a tanker, a worker stood up and subsequently fainted. Thu, 13 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1717-worker-suffers-hand-injury/ The UK Health & Safety Executive (UK HSE) reports that a company was fined after a worker suffered a serious hand injury after a machinery incident. Thu, 13 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1717-worker-severely-burnt-following-oxygen-explosion/ The UK HSE reports that an engineering company was fined after a worker suffered life changing injuries after an oxygen pipe exploded in front of him. Thu, 13 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1717-stored-energy-worker-scalded-when-hot-ash-dropped-into-water/ The UK HSE reports that an engineering company was fined after a worker suffered life changing injuries after an oxygen pipe exploded in front of him. Thu, 13 Jul 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1617-lti-hand-injury-resulting-from-clothing-catching-on-door/ A heavy door closed hard on a crew member's hand, injuring his thumb Tue, 27 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1617-lti-finger-injury-during-pilot-ladder-preparation/ An Ordinary Seaman was injured while rigging the pilot ladder during arrival in port. Tue, 27 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1617-lti-crewman-burnt-in-fire-following-release-of-flammable-gas-from-hand-rail/ While drilling into a handrail, a mechanic suffered burns which required time in hospital and days away from work. Tue, 27 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1617-fuel-spray-fire-deja-vu-prepare-and-prevent-it-from-happening-to-you/ The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has published Marine Safety Alert 06-17 to bring attention to ‘yet another fuel spray fire’. The USCG notes that “these types of incidents, involving fuel leakages contacting hot surfaces and igniting, happen too frequently and have been a focus of various marine safety organizations such as the IMO for many years.” Tue, 27 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1617-chemical-spill-leads-to-costly-deck-replacement/ The USCG has published Marine Safety Alert 01-17 relating to hazards from chemical spills. Tue, 27 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1617-lti-burn-to-hand-while-working-in-laundry/ LTI: Burn to hand while working in laundry Tue, 27 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1517-equipment-failure-leading-to-crane-collapse/ Daily soundings of fresh water tanks on a vessel revealed that they were emptying fast – 35 tonnes over 24 hours. Thu, 15 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1517-near-miss-fault-spotted-in-subsea-lifting-wire/ During diving operations at 10 msw, it was noticed that there was a slight gap in the lay of the diver launch and recovery (LARS) clump weight wire. Thu, 15 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1517-high-potential-near-miss-mooring-rope-parted/ Mooring buoy rope parted while the vessel was moored.  Thu, 15 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1517-collared-eyebolts-as-lifting-equipment/ NOPSEMA has published Alert 64 relating to the failure of collared eyebolts when used for lifting. Thu, 15 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1517-near-miss-snagged-lifting-bridle/ The MSF has published Safety Alert 17-03 in which lifting rigging got snagged on an open top mini basket type unit. Thu, 15 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1417-near-misses-during-diving-operations/ Two near misses have occurred during diving operations. Fri, 09 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1417-near-miss-broken-chain-on-self-propelled-hyperbaric-lifeboat-sphl-recovery-rigging/ Two near misses have occurred during diving operations. Fri, 09 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1417-both-anchors-lost-due-to-chain-fouling/ A vessel had used both anchors whilst waiting for 3 days off the coast. Both chains were fouled and could not be cleared by the vessel. External assistance was provided but owing to the weather and sea conditions, the anchors could not be cleared, and both chains had to be cut. Attempts at retrieval of the anchors from the seabed were unsuccessful. Fri, 09 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1417-engine-room-emergency-hatch-damage/ The engine room emergency hatch of an anchor handling tug supply (AHTS) vessel was damaged while towing a barge Fri, 09 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1417-failure-of-casting-foundation-brackets-for-steering-gear/ Damage was reported to the steering gear hydraulic ram foundation brackets connecting the ram to the structure of the vessel. The foundation bracket casting failed. Fri, 09 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1417-huge-leak-discovered-in-fresh-water-system/ Daily soundings of fresh water tanks on a vessel revealed that they were emptying fast – 35 tonnes over 24 hours. Fri, 09 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1317-lti-finger-injury-sustained-handling-heavy-shackle-pin/ A crew member's left index finger was nipped between the head of the shackle and the body of the shackle. This resulted in a serious injury to the index finger of the left hand. Fri, 02 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1317-person-accidentally-drank-hazardous-substance-unmarked-bottle/ A third-party agent on board a vessl during port clearance formalities drank from a mineral water bottle which instead of mineral water contained a small quantity of diluted bleaching liquid. Fri, 02 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1317-drill-bit-snapped-finger-injury-sustained/ A crewman was using an electric drill to fix a broom head to a broom stick, when the drill bit snapped off, causing the drill to slip, penetrating the crew member's safety glove and slightly dislodging the nail from his thumb. Fri, 02 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1317-lti-tugger-winch-incident-msf/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has issued Safety Alert 17-01 about an incident in which an Able Seaman's foot was crushed while operating the tugger winch. Fri, 02 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1317-fatal-fall-aboard-the-tanker-marinor/ The Accident Investigation Branch of Norway (AIBN) has published incident 17-04 on the fatal fall of a seafarer on board a Norwegian registered tanker, Marinor. Fri, 02 Jun 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1217-how-ppe-works-fire-and-thermal-protection/ The US Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement (BSEE) has published a report of a fire on an offshore production platform in the Gulf of Mexico, resulting in burn injuries to three workers. Thu, 25 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1217-galley-fire-failure-to-follow-stoveoven-installation-instructions/ The United States Coastguard (USCG) has published Marine Safety Alert 02-17, relating to a fire on an offshore platform. Thu, 25 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1217-dangerous-modifications-found-within-a-gas-valve-unit-room/ The USCG has issued Safety Alert 05-17 to warn of a potentially dangerous situation involving modifications within gas valve unit (GVU) rooms aboard a liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier. Thu, 25 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1217-battery-fire/ In the early hours of the morning during a period of adverse weather the fire alarm in the vessel battery locker was activated. Thu, 25 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1217-catastrophic-fire-and-explosion-on-nearby-vessel/ A vessel was double-banked alongside engaged with routine maintenance jobs, when a fire broke out on a vessel transporting a petroleum product which was berthed alongside at a berth 130 m away. Thu, 25 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1217-near-miss-fire-hazard-from-leaking-fuel-supply-line/ A potential fire hazard was discovered, caused by a failed fuel pipe connection on the supply line to the main engines. Thu, 25 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1117-dropped-object-injury-equipment-shifted-when-it-was-incorrectly-unsecured/ On a cable laying vessel, a cable quadrant had been rigged on the bulwarks, seated in a pedestal mounting and secured via lashings on the outboard side. Mon, 22 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1117-lti-as-a-result-of-a-load-dropped-from-lifting-magnet/ A load dropped from a permanent lifting magnet hit a person’s hand resulting in an LTI. Mon, 22 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1117-dropped-object-lay-tower-adjuster-leg-pin/ The securing pin from a tiltable lay system (TLS) adjuster leg, weighing 600 kg, fell 16 m to deck. Mon, 22 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1117-near-miss-multiple-potential-dropped-objects-discovered-during-loading-of-spooling-unit/ After lifting operations were completed, a platform reported that multiple potential dropped objects (total 19 items) had been identified on the spooling unit. Mon, 22 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1117-high-potential-near-miss-incorrectly-secured-overhead-equipment/ During operations, it was observed that the connecting shackle pins on two separate items of overhead equipment (fall arrest inertia reels) were loose and could have become detached. Had any of this equipment fallen, it could have struck someone underneath with potentially fatal consequences. Mon, 22 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1017-more-than-a-dropped-object-the-need-for-vigilance-during-cargo-operations/ UK Step Change in Safety has published a ‘Safety Moment’ describing an incident in which a car travelling along a road near a port was struck by an object. Fri, 12 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1017-unsecured-cargo-inside-containers/ UK Step Change in Safety has published a ‘Safety Moment’ describing an incident in which a car travelling along a road near a port was struck by an object. Fri, 12 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1017-damage-to-rescue-boat-during-lowering/ A member has reported an incident in which a rescue boat (FRC) was damaged as a result of it being lowered in its davit during a scheduled drill. Fri, 12 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1017-near-miss-incorrect-rigging-of-life-raft-hydrostatic-release/ IMCA’s attention has been drawn to a near miss in which it was found that the hydrostatic release on a life raft was not correctly rigged. Fri, 12 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1017-line-parting-as-a-result-of-socket-failure-during-grapnel-operations/ A member has reported an incident in which a line parted during grapnel operations. Fri, 12 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1017-lti-contact-with-refrigerant-gas-causing-hand-injury/ An engineer suffered a freezing burn to his hand when there was a leak of refrigerant gas while he was refilling a vessel’s central air conditioning (AC) system. Fri, 12 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0917-lost-time-injury-lti-deadman-anchor-dma-toppled-over-injuring-a-diver/ A deadman anchor (DMA) toppled over, trapping a diver on the seabed and causing an injury to his leg Wed, 03 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0917-diving-bell-tup-o-ring-seal-damage/ During the locking on of the diving bell to the saturation system on a DSV, difficulty was encountered in closing the locking clamp. Wed, 03 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0917-diver-s-worksite-identification-errors/ A member reports continued worksite identification errors by divers. Wed, 03 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0917-lti-leg-injury-caused-during-high-pressure-hp-water-jetting/ During diving operations to clean a riser with a high pressure (HP) water jet type Cavitek, a diver cut his leg (thigh) with the water jet. Wed, 03 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0917-near-miss-gas-release-from-subsea-pipeline/ A member has reported a near miss incident in which there was an unplanned release of gas from a subsea pipeline, when divers were working nearby. Wed, 03 May 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0817-serious-finger-injury-procedures-during-engine-maintenance/ A member has reported an incident in which an engineer suffered a serious finger injury during planned engine maintenance. Wed, 12 Apr 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0817-eye-injury-crewman-got-something-in-his-eye-when-removing-his-ppe/ A member has reported an incident in which a seafarer had to receive medical treatment due to a foreign object getting in his eye. Wed, 12 Apr 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0817-lost-time-injury-lti-leg-injured-while-dealing-with-vent-flaps/ A member has reported an incident in which a crew member suffered a serious leg injury whilst closing ventilation flaps. Wed, 12 Apr 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0717-maib-two-recent-vessel-collisions/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) have published two reports relating to two vessel collisions which will be of interest to members. Tue, 28 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0717-vessel-mast-struck-bridge-equipment-damage/ A Member has reported an incident in which the aft mast of a vessel struck an overbridge and broke, damaging the navigation lights on the mast. Tue, 28 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0717-vessel-activities-near-platforms-two-incidents/ A member has reported a number of incidents involving vessels working close to fixed platforms. Tue, 28 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0717-step-change-cargo-operations-offshore-causing-damage/ UK Step Change in Safety has published a safety alert regarding a number of incidents which have taken place during cargo operations offshore causing damage to vessels, the cargo, and/or the offshore installation crane. Tue, 28 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0717-pilot-ladder-requirements/ A member has reported an incident in which a vessel was supplied with a new pilot ladder which did not meet International Maritime Organization (IMO) or International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standard. Tue, 28 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0617-fire-in-the-deep-fat-fryer/ A member has reported an incident in which there was a fire in a deep fat fryer. Tue, 21 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0617-near-miss-fire-hazard-arising-from-failed-fuel-pipe-connection/ A member has reported a near miss incident involving a failed fuel pipe connection. Tue, 21 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0617-near-miss-fire-hazard-from-engine-room-equipment-failure/ A member has reported a near miss incident relating to a fire hazard in a separator room. Tue, 21 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0617-near-miss-emergency-fire-pump-could-not-be-started-from-the-bridge/ A member has reported a near miss incident in which it was discovered that an emergency fire pump could not be started from the bridge. Tue, 21 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0517-clarification-from-nopsema-quality-assurance-of-diving-system-audits/ The National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority (NOPSEMA) of Australia has revised Safety Alert 63 regarding the quality assurance of diving system audits.  Fri, 03 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0517-near-miss-suspected-high-levels-of-co2-in-diver-breathing-gas/ A member has reported an incident where there was an elevated level of CO2‚ in the divers' reclaim breathing gas during saturation diving operations.   Fri, 03 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0517-bailout-cylinder-and-pillar-valve-compatibility-failure/ A member has reported a near miss incident in which there were failures of pillar valves. Fri, 03 Mar 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0417-crewman-struck-and-injured-by-forklift-truck/ A member has reported an incident in which a person was struck by a shipyard forklift while returning to the vessel from the yard machine shop. Mon, 27 Feb 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0417-two-falls-one-from-a-telehandler-in-a-shipyard-failure-to-think-through-risks/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (UK HSE) has published two recent news alerts covering prosecutions of companies responsible for someone falling from height. Mon, 27 Feb 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0317-near-miss-unidentified-differential-pressure-led-to-diver-s-umbilical-getting-trapped/ A member has reported an inshore diving near miss incident in which a diver’s umbilical became trapped and subsequently damaged – no divers were injured. Mon, 13 Feb 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0217-fatal-fall-from-height-during-cargo-operations-johanna-c/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published Report 1/2017 regarding a fatal fall from height during cargo operations. Wed, 25 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0217-man-overboard-fatality-tragic-consequences-of-failing-to-follow-safety-procedures/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published Report 1/2017 regarding a fatal fall from height during cargo operations. Wed, 25 Jan 2017 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3516-fire-in-engine-room/ Fire in engine room Tue, 20 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3516-awareness-co2-flooding-system-activation-points/ Awareness: CO₂ flooding system activation points Tue, 20 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3516-corrosion-damage-failed-fire-hydrant/ Corrosion damage: Failed fire hydrant Tue, 20 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3516-fuel-spill-during-in-port-bunkering/ Fuel spill during in-port bunkering Tue, 20 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3516-incidents-in-small-workboats-used-in-the-offshore-renewables-sector/ Incidents in small workboats used in the offshore renewables sector Tue, 20 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3516-first-aid-injury-person-scalded-by-steam-condensate/ First aid injury: Person scalded by steam condensate Tue, 20 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3416-offshore-crane-safety-systems/ Offshore crane safety systems Fri, 16 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3316-vessel-made-contact-with-quay/ Vessel made contact with quay Tue, 06 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3316-near-miss-dropped-object-from-crane/ Near-miss: Dropped object from crane Tue, 06 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3316-fatalities-pipe-fell-from-skids/ Fatalities – pipe fell from skids Tue, 06 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3316-first-aid-injury-electric-shock/ First aid injury: Electric shock Tue, 06 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3316-unsafe-boarding-of-vessels/ Unsafe boarding of vessels Tue, 06 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3316-injury-after-crewman-fell-downstairs-on-external-stairway/ Injury after crewman fell downstairs on external stairway Tue, 06 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3316-failure-to-report-hydraulic-leak-subsea/ Failure to report hydraulic leak subsea Sun, 04 Dec 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3216-don-t-lose-your-tow-in-heavy-weather/ Don’t lose your tow in heavy weather Tue, 29 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3216-be-alarmed-by-all-alarms/ Be alarmed by all alarms Tue, 29 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3216-lifeboat-launch-capability-compromised/ Lifeboat launch capability compromised Tue, 29 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3216-pallet-strop-hook-broke-and-hit-ab/ Pallet strop hook broke and hit AB Tue, 29 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3216-person-hit-by-mudclay-during-anchor-handling-operations/ Person hit by mud/clay during anchor handling operations Tue, 29 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3416-dropped-object-near-miss-crane-rest-damage/ Dropped object near-miss: Crane rest damage Tue, 29 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3416-near-miss-dropped-steel-plate/ Near-miss: Dropped steel plate Tue, 29 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3416-fatal-fall-from-height/ Fatal fall from height Tue, 29 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3416-high-potential-near-miss-failure-in-safety-gate/ High potential near-miss: Failure in safety gate Tue, 29 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3116-diver-loss-of-consciousness-during-underwater-burning-activities/ Diver loss of consciousness during underwater burning activities Tue, 22 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3116-hand-injury-during-diving-operations/ Hand injury during diving operations Tue, 22 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3116-near-miss-leopard-seal-interference-with-diver/ Near-miss: Leopard seal interference with diver Tue, 22 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3116-correct-installation-methods-for-diving-umbilicals-and-hoses/ Correct installation methods for diving umbilicals and hoses Tue, 22 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3116-sphl-battery-charging-build-up-of-hydrogen/ SPHL battery charging – build-up of hydrogen Tue, 22 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1013-fuel-oil-bunkering-safety/ The Marine Safety Forum has published the following safety flash regarding a safety issue that occurred during fuel oil bunkering. Tue, 22 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3016-fatal-fall-from-tug-svitzer-moira/ Fatal fall from tug Svitzer Moira Wed, 09 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3016-lti-eye-injury-following-incident-with-microwaved-food/ LTI: Eye injury following incident with microwaved food Wed, 09 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3016-scalding-injury-to-crew-member/ Scalding injury to crew member Wed, 09 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3016-near-miss-hose-parted/ Near miss: Hose parted Wed, 09 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/3016-life-jacket-maintenance/ Life jacket maintenance Wed, 09 Nov 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2916-spilt-acid-during-lifting-operations/ Spilt acid during lifting operations Mon, 24 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2916-crane-malfunction-during-lifting-operations/ Crane malfunction during lifting operations Mon, 24 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2916-ccu-door-unlatched-whilst-being-lifted-from-psv-to-platform/ CCU door unlatched whilst being lifted from PSV to platform Mon, 24 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2916-able-seaman-injured-when-vessel-moved-during-cargo-operations/ Able seaman injured when vessel moved during cargo operations Mon, 24 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2916-dropped-object-awareness/ Dropped object awareness Mon, 24 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2816-crewman-suffers-cut-to-hand-but-gloves-prevented-it-being-much-worse/ Crewman suffers cut to hand – but gloves prevented it being much worse Tue, 18 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2816-line-of-fire-lti-finger-injury-during-lifting-operations/ Line of fire LTI: Finger injury during lifting operations Tue, 18 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2816-serious-finger-injury-during-valve-installation/ Serious finger injury during valve installation Tue, 18 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2816-unsafe-method-of-rope-work-resulted-in-severe-hand-injury/ Unsafe method of rope work resulted in severe hand injury Tue, 18 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2816-manufacturing-firm-fined-after-worker-s-arm-injured-in-roller/ Manufacturing firm fined after worker’s arm injured in roller Tue, 18 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2816-portable-grinders-hand-safety/ Portable grinders – hand safety Tue, 18 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2716-near-miss-open-hatches-left-without-barriers/ Near-miss: Open hatches left without barriers Wed, 12 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2716-near-miss-person-almost-fell-from-height-during-anchor-chain-preparations/ Near-miss: Person almost fell from height during anchor chain preparations Wed, 12 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2716-medical-treatment-person-fell-down-unprotected-hatch/ Medical treatment: Person fell down unprotected hatch Wed, 12 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2716-dbi-sala-lad-saf-sleeve-stop-use-and-voluntary-recallreplacement/ DBI-SALA® Lad-Saf™ Sleeve – Stop use and voluntary recall/replacement Wed, 12 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2616-near-miss-release-of-trapped-pressure-after-rov-dive/ Near-miss: Release of trapped pressure after ROV dive Thu, 06 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2616-failure-of-threads-follow-up-to-corrosion-coupon-plug-ejected-from-pressurized-pipeline/ Failure of threads – Follow up to “Corrosion coupon plug ejected from pressurised pipeline” Thu, 06 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2516-fire-fighting-water-jet-hits-antenna-failure-of-limits-stops-and-safeties/ Fire-fighting water jet hits antenna – Failure of limits, stops and safeties Mon, 03 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2516-pp3-9v-battery-explosion/ PP3 9V battery explosion Mon, 03 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2516-collision-between-vessels/ Collision between vessels Mon, 03 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2516-high-potential-near-miss-incident-440v-cable-damaged-by-grinder/ High potential near-miss incident: 440v cable damaged by grinder Mon, 03 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2516-consequences-of-launching-a-drone-from-a-vessel-in-the-suez-canal/ Consequences of launching a drone from a vessel in the Suez Canal Mon, 03 Oct 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2416-fatal-engine-room-fire-on-suction-dredger-arco-avon/ Fatal engine room fire on suction dredger Arco Avon Tue, 20 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2416-near-miss-welding-in-no-hot-work-zone/ Near-miss: Welding in ‘no hot work’ zone Tue, 20 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2416-fire-in-vessel-accommodation-overheating-notebook-computer/ Fire in vessel accommodation – Overheating notebook computer Tue, 20 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2316-dropped-pallet-during-loading-of-stores/ Dropped pallet during loading of stores Tue, 13 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2316-dropped-object-fell-from-crane-poor-communicationlack-of-awarenesscontrol-of-work/ Dropped object fell from crane – Poor communication/lack of awareness/control of work Tue, 13 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2316-dropped-object-failure-of-split-head-elbow-on-bolts/ Dropped object – Failure of split head elbow on bolts Tue, 13 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2316-working-at-height-use-of-wooden-handled-hammers/ Working at height – Use of wooden handled hammers Tue, 13 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2316-high-potential-near-miss-dropped-object/ High potential near-miss: Dropped object Tue, 13 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2216-confined-space-fatality-sharp-lady/ Confined space fatality – Sharp Lady Thu, 01 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2216-near-miss-during-cable-handling-standing-in-the-bight/ Near-miss during cable handling – Standing in the bight Thu, 01 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2216-potential-dropped-object-during-cargo-offloading-operations/ Potential dropped object during cargo offloading operations Thu, 01 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2216-lifting-bridle-snagged-failure-to-stop-the-job/ Lifting bridle snagged – Failure to “stop the job” Thu, 01 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2216-crewman-badly-scalded-during-tank-cleaning/ Crewman badly scalded during tank cleaning Thu, 01 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2116-proper-care-of-oxy-acetylene-cutting-and-welding-equipment/ Proper care of oxy-acetylene cutting and welding equipment Wed, 10 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2116-mast-head-securing-wire-parted/ Mast head securing wire parted Wed, 10 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2116-lifting-sling-failure-on-freefall-lifeboat/ Lifting sling failure on freefall lifeboat Wed, 10 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2116-hyperbaric-lifeboat-emergency-lifting-chain-link-failure/ Hyperbaric lifeboat emergency lifting chain link failure Wed, 10 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2116-load-chain-failure-owing-to-corrosion/ Load chain failure owing to corrosion Wed, 10 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2016-near-miss-unintentional-release-of-diving-helmet-neck-damhelmet-securing-arrangements/ Near-miss: Unintentional release of diving helmet – neck dam/helmet securing arrangements Tue, 02 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2016-unintentional-release-of-diving-helmet-neck-damhelmet-securing-arrangements/ Unintentional release of diving helmet – neck dam/helmet securing arrangements Tue, 02 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2016-fatal-diver-incident-due-to-uncontrolled-differential-pressure/ Fatal diver incident due to uncontrolled differential pressure Tue, 02 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2016-loss-of-3-tonne-lift-bags-owing-to-equipment-failure/ Loss of 3 tonne lift bags owing to equipment failure Tue, 02 Aug 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1916-injury-caused-by-shifting-load-of-pipes/ Injury caused by shifting load of pipes Tue, 12 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1916-lost-time-injury-lti-loss-of-end-of-thumb/ Lost time injury (LTI): Loss of end of thumb Tue, 12 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1916-routine-task-non-routine-result-a-fall-from-a-crane-ladder-leads-to-an-lti/ Routine’ task, non-routine result: A fall from a crane ladder leads to an LTI Tue, 12 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1916-restricted-work-case-rwc-injury-to-eye-during-deck-washing/ Restricted work case (RWC): Injury to eye during deck washing Tue, 12 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1916-worker-seriously-injured-when-1-tonne-load-fell-on-him/ Worker seriously injured when 1 tonne load fell on him Tue, 12 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1816-stored-pressure-near-miss-buckle-detector-expelled-from-pipe-during-recovery/ Stored pressure near-miss: Buckle detector expelled from pipe during recovery Mon, 04 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1816-stored-pressure-release-near-miss-small-part-expelled-from-hydraulic-winch/ Stored pressure release near-miss: Small part expelled from hydraulic winch Mon, 04 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1816-stored-pressure-corrosion-coupon-plug-ejected-from-pressurised-pipeline/ Stored pressure: Corrosion coupon plug ejected from pressurised pipeline Mon, 04 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1816-minor-fuel-spill-during-offshore-transfer/ Minor fuel spill during offshore transfer Mon, 04 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1816-accidental-discharge-of-bilge-water-in-dry-dock/ Accidental discharge of bilge water in dry dock Mon, 04 Jul 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1716-near-miss-cargo-shifted-in-heavy-seas-whilst-alongside-platform/ Near-miss: Cargo shifted in heavy seas whilst alongside platform Thu, 30 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1716-mooring-rope-fouled-the-propeller-and-parted/ Mooring rope fouled the propeller and parted Thu, 30 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1716-collision-whilst-drifting/ Collision whilst drifting Thu, 30 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1716-platform-supply-vessel-involved-in-a-near-miss-whilst-on-location/ Platform supply vessel involved in a near-miss whilst on location Thu, 30 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1716-near-miss-bilge-cover-left-open/ Near-miss: Bilge cover left open Thu, 30 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1716-product-awareness-orange-smoke-hand-distress-signal/ Product awareness: Orange smoke hand distress signal Thu, 30 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1616-dropped-object-signage-dropped-from-crane-boom/ Dropped object: Signage dropped from crane boom Mon, 27 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1616-high-potential-near-miss-damage-to-small-boat-during-offshore-survey-operations/ High potential near-miss: Damage to small boat during offshore survey operations Mon, 27 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1616-corrosion-of-hollow-section-members-on-offshore-drilling-structures/ Corrosion of hollow section members on offshore drilling structures Mon, 27 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1616-near-miss-rigging-recovered-with-missing-nut-from-tri-plate-shackle/ Near-miss: Rigging recovered with missing nut from tri-plate shackle Mon, 27 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1616-mobile-phone-charger-failures/ Mobile phone charger failures Mon, 27 Jun 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1516-preliminary-report-into-helicopter-crash-near-bergen/ Preliminary report into helicopter crash near Bergen Thu, 19 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1416-serious-incident-pad-eye-fell-from-crane-boom-and-struck-rigger/ Serious incident: Pad eye fell from crane boom and struck rigger Tue, 17 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1416-potential-dropped-object-inbound-cargo/ Potential dropped object: Inbound cargo Tue, 17 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1416-dropped-object-tank-dog/ Dropped object: Tank dog Tue, 17 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1316-counterfeit-admiralty-products/ Counterfeit admiralty products Mon, 16 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1316-life-jacket-failures/ Life jacket failures Mon, 16 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1316-product-awareness-chains-for-lifting-harding-ff1200-lifeboat/ Product awareness: Chains for lifting Harding FF1200 lifeboat Mon, 16 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1216-first-aid-injury-person-struck-by-wire-under-tension/ First aid injury: Person struck by wire under tension Fri, 06 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1216-lost-time-injury-lti-serious-hand-injury-during-high-pressure-washing-operations/ Lost time injury (LTI): Serious hand injury during high pressure washing operations Fri, 06 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1216-failure-of-fire-extinguishers-owing-to-corrosion/ Failure of fire extinguishers owing to corrosion Fri, 06 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1216-condensate-leak/ Condensate leak Fri, 06 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1216-fatalities-caused-by-crane-collapse-following-metal-fatigue/ Fatalities caused by crane collapse following metal fatigue Fri, 06 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1116-fatality-crew-member-struck-by-forklift-during-quayside-operations/ Fatality: Crew member struck by forklift during quayside operations Fri, 29 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1016-vessel-in-collision-with-floating-dock/ Vessel in collision with floating dock Mon, 18 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1016-damage-to-hand-rails-during-mooring-operations/ Damage to hand rails during mooring operations Mon, 18 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1016-equipment-damaged-during-cargo-operations/ Equipment damaged during cargo operations Mon, 18 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1016-mooring-near-miss-lines-break-during-un-docking-operation/ Mooring near-miss: Lines break during un-docking operation Mon, 18 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0816-fatality-stored-pressure-release/ Fatality: Stored pressure release Wed, 13 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0816-lost-time-injury-lti-finger-injury-whilst-working-in-engine-room/ Lost time injury (LTI): Finger injury whilst working in engine room Wed, 13 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0816-serious-hand-injury-worker-injured-by-machinery/ Serious hand injury: Worker injured by machinery Wed, 13 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0816-near-miss-dropped-torque-tool/ Near-miss: Dropped torque tool Wed, 13 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0816-dropped-object-fell-12m-and-hit-worker/ Dropped object fell 12m and hit worker Wed, 13 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0916-august-2013-super-puma-helicopter-crash/ August 2013 Super Puma helicopter crash Wed, 13 Apr 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0716-near-miss-laundry-fire-hazards/ Near-miss: Laundry fire hazards Thu, 31 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0716-mooring-port-operator-fined-after-worker-injured-by-capstan/ Mooring: Port operator fined after worker injured by capstan Thu, 31 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0716-near-miss-mooring-without-port-assistance/ Near-miss: Mooring without port assistance Thu, 31 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0716-listing-flooding-and-grounding-of-vehicle-carrier-hoegh-osaka/ Listing, flooding and grounding of vehicle carrier Hoegh Osaka Thu, 31 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0616-malaria-fatality/ Malaria fatality Thu, 03 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0616-the-zika-virus/ The Zika virus Thu, 03 Mar 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0516-helicopter-rotor-downdraft-hazards-oil-gas-uk-oguk/ Helicopter rotor downdraft hazards – Oil & Gas UK (OGUK) Wed, 24 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0516-near-miss-fouled-diver-umbilical/ Near-miss: Fouled diver umbilical Wed, 24 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0516-sliptrip-resulting-in-lost-time-injury-lti/ Slip/trip resulting in lost time injury (LTI) Wed, 24 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0516-false-or-scam-emails-warning/ False or scam emails – warning Wed, 24 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0416-near-miss-non-fatal-man-overboard-incident/ Near-miss: Non-fatal man overboard incident Fri, 05 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0416-near-miss-pilot-ladder-failure/ Near-miss: Pilot ladder failure Fri, 05 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0416-person-accidentally-drank-hazardous-substance/ Person accidentally drank hazardous substance Fri, 05 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0416-finger-injury-during-maintenance-work-restricted-work-case/ Finger injury during maintenance work – restricted work case Fri, 05 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0416-finger-injury-pinch-point/ Finger injury: pinch point Fri, 05 Feb 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0316-lost-time-injury-lti-stored-pressure-release-crewman-lost-an-eye/ Lost time injury (LTI): Stored pressure release – Crewman lost an eye Wed, 27 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0316-crew-transfer-vessel-ctv-personnel-transfers/ Crew transfer vessel (CTV) personnel transfers Wed, 27 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0316-fire-spontaneous-combustion-of-towels/ Fire: Spontaneous combustion of towels Wed, 27 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0316-breathing-air-cylinder-air-valve-broken-off/ Breathing air cylinder air valve broken off Wed, 27 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0216-worker-killed-when-struck-by-a-load-on-a-moving-crane/ Worker killed when struck by a load on a moving crane Fri, 15 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0216-fatal-fall-during-cargo-loading-operations/ Fatal fall during cargo loading operations Fri, 15 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0216-lost-time-injury-lti-finger-injury-watertight-sliding-door/ Lost time injury (LTI): Finger injury – watertight sliding door Fri, 15 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0216-high-potential-near-miss-dropped-object/ High potential near-miss: Dropped object Fri, 15 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0116-high-potential-near-miss-failure-of-both-divers-breathing-air-supply-and-dive-stage-recovery-winch/ High potential near-miss: Failure of both divers’ breathing air supply and dive stage recovery winch Thu, 07 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0116-injuries-due-to-failure-of-divers-emergency-gas-cylinder-use-of-incompatible-threads/ An International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP) member has passed to IMCA for circulation to members an incident in which a pillar valve forcefully parted from a High Pressure (HP) cylinder filled with 180 bar of compressed air. Thu, 07 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0116-high-potential-near-miss-poor-o2-content-in-supplied-air-diver-temporarily-lost-consciousness/ High potential near-miss: Poor O₂ content in supplied air – diver temporarily lost consciousness Thu, 07 Jan 2016 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2215-confined-space-entry-incidents-a-reminder/ Confined space entry incidents – a reminder Tue, 15 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2215-catastrophic-failure-of-a-pipework-clamp-connector/ Catastrophic failure of a pipework clamp connector Tue, 15 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2215-near-miss-contained-hydraulic-oil-spillages-from-cranes/ Near-miss: Contained hydraulic oil spillages from cranes Tue, 15 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2215-near-miss-corrosion-related-failure-of-bolts-used-to-secure-lifeboat-winches/ Near-miss: corrosion-related failure of bolts used to secure lifeboat winches Tue, 15 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2215-hydraulic-company-sentenced-after-employee-loses-sight-in-one-eye/ Hydraulic company sentenced after employee loses sight in one eye Tue, 15 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2215-nopsema-fire-risks-associated-with-electric-storage-batteries/ NOPSEMA: Fire risks associated with electric storage batteries Tue, 15 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2115-high-potential-near-miss-swl-plate-fell-from-crane-auxiliary-block/ A member has reported a near miss incident in which an object – a steel SWL plate weighing 0.7 kg -fell from a crane block onto the deck. Mon, 07 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2115-dropped-object-near-miss-small-parts-falling-from-crane-rest/ Two members have reported incidents in which a Teflon pad fell from a crane rest during the parking of the crane. Mon, 07 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2115-fatality-during-loading-operations/ A member has reported an incident in which a crew member was struck and fatally injured by a mini-container whilst working on back-loaded cargo from a drilling rig. Mon, 07 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2115-near-miss-corrosion-caused-crane-boom-failure-during-heavy-lifting/ A member has reported an incident in which a crane boom failed under load while lifting a 37T load. Mon, 07 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1319-non-fatal-man-overboard-incident/ Non-fatal man overboard incident Thu, 03 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2015-recent-slips-trips-and-falls-involving-stairs/ Recent slips, trips and falls involving stairs Thu, 03 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2015-crewman-falls-down-open-hatchway-during-simultaneous-operations/ Crewman falls down open hatchway during simultaneous operations Thu, 03 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/2015-non-fatal-man-overboard-incident/ Non-fatal man overboard incident Thu, 03 Dec 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1915-near-miss-during-transfer-operations-from-a-crew-transfer-vessel-ctv-to-a-turbine-tower/ A member has reported a near miss incident during transfer operations between an offshore renewables industry CTV and a turbine tower. Mon, 23 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1915-rigging-incident-damage-to-bow-hand-rail-on-a-crew-transfer-vessel-ctv/ A member has reported an incident in which the bow rail of an offshore renewables crew transfer vessel was damaged. Mon, 23 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1915-an-error-with-fire-flaps-led-to-engine-space-flooding-causing-costly-damage/ A member has reported an incident in which there was sea-water flooding of one of the engine spaces on a crew transfer vessel, leading to significant and expensive equipment damage. The immediate cause of the flood was a small error - fire flaps not being secured properly. Mon, 23 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1915-vessel-made-contact-with-installation/ A Member has reported an incident in which a vessel made contact with part of a well-head installation, causing damage to the installation. Mon, 23 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1815-small-change-to-the-disclaimer-for-all-safety-flashes/ Small change to the disclaimer for all safety flashes Thu, 19 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1815-maintenance-of-automatic-external-defibrillators-aeds/ Maintenance of automatic external defibrillators (AED) Thu, 19 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1815-three-incidents-of-decompression-illness-dci/ Three incidents of decompression illness (DCI) Thu, 19 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1815-lost-time-injury-lti-following-stored-energy-release-and-subsequent-serious-infection-of-wound/ Lost time injury (LTI) following stored energy release and subsequent serious infection of wound Thu, 19 Nov 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1715-amsa-free-fall-lifeboat-safety/ The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) has published Marine Notice 15/2015 regarding two recent incidents involving the inadvertent or accidental release of free-fall lifeboats. Mon, 26 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1715-high-potential-near-miss-failure-of-lifeboat-release-hook-mechanism/ A member has reported a high potential near miss incident involving the failure of a lifeboat release hook mechanism. Mon, 26 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1615-older-norfolk-range-powder-extinguishers-from-before-2009/ Older “Norfolk Range” powder extinguishers from before 2009 Thu, 22 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1615-cargo-contamination-causing-ltis-during-clean-up/ Cargo contamination causing LTIs during clean-up Thu, 22 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1615-line-of-fire-injury-man-struck-in-face-by-hammer/ Line of fire injury – Man struck in face by hammer Thu, 22 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1615-rwc-caught-between-finger-smashed-by-tooling/ RWC – Caught between: Finger smashed by tooling Thu, 22 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1615-everyday-activity-unwanted-outcome-poor-manual-handling-leads-to-back-strain/ Everyday activity, unwanted outcome: Poor manual handling leads to back strain Thu, 22 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1515-wsh-dropped-objects-fatalities-workers-struck-by-fallen-loads-during-lifting-operations/ The Workplace Safety & Health Council of Singapore (WSH) published two recent safety alerts regarding dropped object fatal incidents where workers have been struck and killed by falling loads during lifting operations. Tue, 13 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1515-spillage-of-methanol-during-cargo-operations/ A member has reported an incident in which the valve on a cargo tank was damaged, causing a leak of approximately 1000 litres of methanol. Tue, 13 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1515-incidents-involving-poor-crane-operations/ A Member has reported a number of recent incidents resulting from poor crane operations on the part of the crews of platforms, barges and other installations operated by third parties, clients or operators. Tue, 13 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1415-high-potential-incidents-and-fatalities-in-2014-international-association-of-oil-gas-producers-iogp/ High potential incidents and fatalities in 2014 – International Association of Oil & Gas Producers (IOGP) Fri, 02 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1415-fall-from-height-in-a-confined-space/ Fall from height in a confined space Fri, 02 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1415-electrical-shock-failure-of-isolations-and-barriers/ Electrical shock – Failure of isolations and barriers Fri, 02 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1415-crewman-struck-by-sling-during-anchor-handling-operations/ Crewman struck by sling during anchor handling operations Fri, 02 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1415-dropped-object-near-miss-lifting/ Dropped object near-miss: Lifting Fri, 02 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1415-dropped-object-near-miss-rov-wire-rope/ Dropped object near-miss: ROV wire rope Fri, 02 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1415-confined-space-fatality-in-shipyard/ Confined space fatality in shipyard Fri, 02 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1415-electrician-fatally-electrocuted/ Electrician fatally electrocuted Fri, 02 Oct 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1315-grounding-and-flooding-of-ferry-complacency/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published a report into the grounding and flooding of the ro-ro (‘roll on roll off’) ferry Commodore Clipper in the Channel Islands in July 2014. Mon, 21 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1315-lost-time-injury-lti-rigger-struck-by-rigging-under-tension/ A member has reported an incident in which a rigger was struck by a winch wire and sustained a fractured arm. Mon, 21 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1315-fire-hydrants-fitted-with-incorrect-coupling-size/ A member has reported an incident in which replacement fire hydrants were found to be fitted with incorrect coupling sizes, leading to them being incompatible with fire hose couplings. This would have severely impacted the firefighting capabilities of the vessel. Mon, 21 Sep 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1215-near-miss-hipo-engine-started-and-running-whilst-crew-member-working-on-shaft-generator/ Near-miss (HIPO): Engine started and running whilst crew member working on shaft generator Fri, 28 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1215-fingerhand-injuries/ Finger/hand injuries Fri, 28 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1215-collision-between-crew-boat-and-anchored-barge/ Collision between crew boat and anchored barge Fri, 28 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1215-confined-space-entry-fatalities/ Confined space entry fatalities Fri, 28 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1215-thermal-tunnel-buoyancy-when-deployed-subsea/ Thermal tunnel buoyancy when deployed subsea Fri, 28 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1115-lost-time-injury-lti-and-restricted-workday-case-rwc-following-failure-of-diving-bell-door-system/ A member has reported an incident in which two divers were injured following the failure of a diving bell door. Mon, 10 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1115-near-miss-broken-chain-on-sling-of-personnel-lifting-basket/ A member has reported a near miss incident in which a chain link snapped under load. Mon, 10 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1115-uncontrolled-exposure-to-hand-arm-vibration-havs/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has published a recent report of prosecution of a company where there had been uncontrolled exposure to hand-arm transmitted vibration. Mon, 10 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1115-mooring-line-failure-resulting-in-serious-injury/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published a safety bulletin on an incident in which the failure of a mooring line resulted in a deck officer suffering serious head injuries. Mon, 10 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1115-msf-near-miss-dropped-object-protector-plate-drops-from-crane/ The Marine Safety Forum has published a safety flash regarding a recent near miss dropped object incident, in which parts fell from a crane. Mon, 10 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1015-near-miss-dropped-object-fell-from-crane-boom/ Near-miss: Dropped object fell from crane boom Thu, 16 Jul 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1015-dropped-object-near-miss-antenna-parts-worked-loose-and-fell-to-deck/ Dropped object near-miss: Antenna parts worked loose and fell to deck Thu, 16 Jul 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1015-control-of-sub-contractor-personnel-unplanned-and-uncertified-lifting-operations/ Control of sub-contractor personnel: Unplanned and uncertified lifting operations Thu, 16 Jul 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1015-poor-storage-leading-to-failure-and-disintegration-of-cutting-discs/ Poor storage leading to failure and disintegration of cutting discs Thu, 16 Jul 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1015-msf-daughter-craft-man-overboard-incident/ MSF: Daughter craft man overboard incident Thu, 16 Jul 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1015-msf-lithium-battery-contents-in-eyes/ MSF: Lithium battery contents in eyes Thu, 16 Jul 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0915-routine-task-non-routine-result-batteries-stored-sideways-leak-battery-acid/ A member has reported a near miss incident in which there was a spill of battery acid. Tue, 23 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0915-routine-task-non-routine-result-finger-injury-during-welding/ A member has reported an incident in which a welder injured his finger whilst at work. Tue, 23 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0915-msf-near-miss-trapped-tagline-pins-banksman-against-stanchion/ The Marine Safety Forum has published a safety flash regarding a near miss incident in which taglines became trapped under a load. Tue, 23 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0915-msf-vessel-electrical-equipment-caught-fire/ The Marine Safety Forum has published the following safety flash in which electrical equipment caught fire leading to the triggering of the vessel’s fire detection system. Tue, 23 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0915-dmaib-fire-on-offshore-renewables-industry-crew-transfer-vehicle-ctv/ The Danish Maritime Accident Investigation Board (DMAIB) has published a report on an incident involving a fire on an offshore renewables industry crew transfer vehicle (CTV). Tue, 23 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0915-aberdeen-harbour-annual-summary-of-marine-safety-reports-for-2013/ The Marine Safety Forum has published information note 15/02, comprising a summary of marine safety incident reports during 2013, from Aberdeen harbour. Tue, 23 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0815-rov-main-lift-umbilical-failure/ ROV main lift umbilical failure Fri, 05 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0815-near-miss-hot-work-in-no-weld-zone/ Near-miss: Hot work in no-weld zone Tue, 02 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0815-near-miss-fire-axe-falls-out-of-cabinet-almost-hits-a-fireman-s-toes/ Near-miss: Fire axe falls out of cabinet, almost hits a fireman’s toes Tue, 02 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0815-uscg-fatalities-in-engine-room-fire-caused-by-fuel-spray-ignition/ USCG: fatalities in engine room fire caused by fuel spray ignition Tue, 02 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0815-msf-bulk-hose-drawn-into-thruster-severe-damage-and-delay/ MSF: Bulk hose drawn into thruster – severe damage and delay Tue, 02 Jun 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0715-second-hand-equipment-causes-engine-breakdown/ A Member has reported an incident in which an offshore wind farm Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) suffered an engine breakdown due to the drive belt automatic tensioner seizing. Fri, 29 May 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0715-near-miss-unexpected-water-ingress-during-fault-finding-of-a-cracked-water-pipe/ A member has reported a near miss incident in which large volumes of sea water were found in the bilges of a small boat (offshore wind turbine CTV). Fri, 29 May 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0715-near-miss-equipment-failure-broken-mast-arms/ A member has reported two near miss incidents in which there has been a failure of a mast arm on a CTV. Fri, 29 May 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0715-minor-damage-to-pontoon-cleat-during-crew-transfer-vessel-mooring-operations/ A member has reported two near miss incidents in which there has been a failure of a mast arm on a CTV. Fri, 29 May 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0615-objects-dropped-from-pipelay-tower/ Objects dropped from pipelay tower Fri, 08 May 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0615-failure-of-underwater-pan-and-tilt-rotator-unit/ Failure of underwater pan and tilt rotator unit Fri, 08 May 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0615-marine-risk-management-within-the-safety-zone/ Marine risk management within the safety zone Fri, 08 May 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0615-near-miss-incidents-crew-transfer-vehicles-approaching-wind-turbines/ Near-miss incidents: Crew transfer vehicles approaching wind turbines Fri, 08 May 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0615-badly-sprained-ankle-resulting-in-lti/ Badly sprained ankle resulting in LTI Fri, 08 May 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0515-fatal-incident-during-change-out-of-chain-wheel-gypsy-on-anchor-handling-tug-supply-ahts-vessel/ A member has reported an incident in which one crewman died and another received minor injuries when a gypsy wheel fell over whilst being moved, resulting in two crew members being trapped between it and a cargo rail bulwark. Thu, 02 Apr 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0515-lifting-equipment-failure-objects-dropped-into-moonpool/ A member has reported an incident in which a chain hoist failed causing a 700kg load to fall into the moonpool. Thu, 02 Apr 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0515-winch-brake-failure/ A member has reported an incident in which an ROV winch brake failed, leading to the uncontrolled movement of an ROV as approximately 800 m of umbilical ran off the winch drum in less than 90 seconds. Thu, 02 Apr 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0515-msf-routine-task-badly-cut-finger-changing-mop-head/ A member has reported an incident in which an ROV winch brake failed, leading to the uncontrolled movement of an ROV as approximately 800 m of umbilical ran off the winch drum in less than 90 seconds. Thu, 02 Apr 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0515-msf-hand-injury-during-stowing-of-anchor-chains/ The Marine Safety Forum has published a safety flash regarding an incident in which someone suffered a first aid injury to his hand. Thu, 02 Apr 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0515-msf-pinch-point-finger-injury-during-hose-handling/ The Marine Safety Forum has published a safety flash regarding an incident in which someone suffered a first aid injury to his hand. Thu, 02 Apr 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0415-electric-shock-incident/ Electric shock incident Fri, 20 Mar 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0415-lost-time-injury-lti-during-lifting-operations-backloading-tubular-cargo/ Lost time injury (LTI) during lifting operations – backloading tubular cargo Fri, 20 Mar 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0415-stored-pressure-release-hydraulic-oil/ Stored pressure release – hydraulic oil Fri, 20 Mar 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0415-diver-fainted/ Diver fainted Fri, 20 Mar 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0415-near-miss-quarantine-of-fall-arrest-equipment/ Near-miss: quarantine of fall arrest equipment Fri, 20 Mar 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0415-near-miss-drawstring-on-storm-jacket-nearly-drawn-into-rotating-equipment/ Near-miss: Drawstring on storm jacket nearly drawn into rotating equipment Fri, 20 Mar 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0415-msf-fire-in-engine-room-on-platform-supply-vessel/ MSF: Fire in engine room on platform supply vessel Fri, 20 Mar 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0315-capstan-wire-parted-during-deployment-of-anchor-buoy/ A member has reported an incident in which a wire parted whilst dragging an anchor buoy on deck. Tue, 03 Mar 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0315-diver-sustains-water-jetting-injury/ A Member has reported an incident in which a diver injured himself using a water jetting tool. Tue, 03 Mar 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0315-msf-near-miss-supply-vessel-in-path-of-helicopter-making-approach-to-platform/ The Marine Safety Forum has published the following safety flash regarding an incident in which a helicopter aborted an approach to a fixed installation because a supply vessel was positioned inside the ‘go around’ and take-off flight path. Tue, 03 Mar 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0315-near-miss-manual-handling-in-the-office/ A member has reported a near miss incident in which a box of fluorescent tubes very nearly fell on someone’s head. Tue, 03 Mar 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0315-near-miss-potential-fall-from-height-during-launch-of-rescue-craft/ A member has reported a near miss incident in which a box of fluorescent tubes very nearly fell on someone’s head. Tue, 03 Mar 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0315-man-overboard-mob-rescue-lifting-slings-parted/ A company has reported an incident in which there was a failure of lifting slings. Tue, 03 Mar 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0215-dropped-object-near-miss-falling-crane-block/ Dropped object near-miss: Falling crane block Thu, 05 Feb 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0215-msf-dropped-object-near-misses/ MSF: dropped object near-misses Thu, 05 Feb 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0215-dropped-object-failure-of-lump-hammer/ Dropped object: Failure of lump hammer Thu, 05 Feb 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0215-near-miss-missing-nut-and-split-pin-on-shackle/ Near-miss: Missing nut and split pin on shackle Thu, 05 Feb 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0215-near-miss-man-overboard/ Near-miss: Man overboard Thu, 05 Feb 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0215-wsh-fatality-worker-crushed-by-engine-piston-assembly/ WSH: fatality – worker crushed by engine piston assembly Thu, 05 Feb 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0115-lost-time-injury-lti-hand-injury-during-mooring-operations/ A member has reported an incident which a crew member injured his hand during mooring operations. Fri, 16 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0115-near-miss-safe-use-of-chains-in-rigging/ A member has reported an incident which a chain link parted when a shock load was introduced to the chains. The inappropriate use of chains was a major failing in a series of events which resulted in a high potential near miss incident. The incident serves to communicate the safe and appropriate use of chains in rigging operations. Fri, 16 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0115-near-miss-anchoring-of-rigging-to-uncertified-points/ A member has reported a near miss incident in which rigging was anchored to uncertified points. Fri, 16 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0115-s92-helicopter-pressure-refuelling-incident/ Oil and Gas UK (OGUK) has circulated a report of a near-miss incident involving refuelling of helicopters. Fri, 16 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0115-disposal-of-flammable-substances-with-ignition-sources/ A member has reported an environmental incident in which flammable substances were disposed of from a vessel in the same bags as potential ignition sources. Fri, 16 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0115-unplanned-release-of-960-litres-of-hydraulic-oil/ A member has reported an incident which there was an unplanned release to the environment of 960 litres of hydraulic oil. Fri, 16 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0115-high-potential-dropped-object/ A member has reported an incident in which an object fell 10 m onto the main deck of a vessel. Fri, 16 Jan 2015 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1914-injuries-due-to-failure-of-diver-s-emergency-gas-cylinder/ Injuries due to failure of diver’s emergency gas cylinder Thu, 18 Dec 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1914-near-miss-dropped-object-from-cargo/ Near-miss: Dropped object from cargo Thu, 18 Dec 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1914-collision-and-near-miss-caused-by-guard-vessel/ Collision and near-miss caused by guard vessel Thu, 18 Dec 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1914-wsh-fatality-worker-hit-by-ship-crane-during-lifting-operation/ WSH: fatality – worker hit by ship crane during lifting operation Thu, 18 Dec 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1914-fire-in-wheelhouse-on-offshore-renewables-crew-transfer-vessel/ Fire in wheelhouse on offshore renewables crew transfer vessel Thu, 18 Dec 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1914-confined-space-entry-fatality/ Confined space entry fatality Thu, 18 Dec 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1814-failure-of-bell-winch-clutch-coupling-during-bell-recovery/ Failure of bell winch clutch coupling during bell recovery Tue, 25 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1814-master-link-failure-during-testing-of-overboarding-chute/ Master link failure during testing of overboarding chute Tue, 25 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1814-hydraulic-umbilical-winch-operation-trapped-thumb/ Hydraulic umbilical winch operation – trapped thumb Tue, 25 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1814-injuries-sustained-whilst-trying-to-stop-moving-objects/ Injuries sustained whilst trying to stop moving objects Tue, 25 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1814-dropped-object-incidents/ Dropped object incidents Tue, 25 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1814-near-miss-inadequate-insulation-of-690v-bus-bars/ Near-miss: Inadequate insulation of 690V bus bars Tue, 25 Nov 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1714-lost-time-injury-lti-fall-overboardfall-from-height/ Lost time injury (LTI): Fall overboard/fall from height Fri, 31 Oct 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1714-lithium-battery-pack-explosion/ Lithium battery pack explosion Fri, 31 Oct 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1714-hydraulic-injection-injuries/ Hydraulic injection injuries Fri, 31 Oct 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1714-uncontrolled-rotation-of-96m-reel/ Uncontrolled rotation of 9.6m reel Fri, 31 Oct 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1714-slips-trips-and-falls-raising-awareness/ Slips, trips and falls – raising awareness Fri, 31 Oct 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1614-near-miss-engine-room-flooding/ Near-miss: Engine room flooding Fri, 03 Oct 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1614-dropped-object-incident/ Dropped object incident Fri, 03 Oct 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1614-near-miss-failure-of-diving-helmet-communications-module/ Near-miss: Failure of diving helmet communications module Fri, 03 Oct 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1614-msf-near-miss-incident-involving-dry-bulk-pressure-system/ MSF: Near-miss incident involving dry bulk pressure system Fri, 03 Oct 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1614-ruptured-hydraulic-hoses/ Ruptured hydraulic hoses Fri, 03 Oct 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1614-msf-person-struck-by-tugger-wire-assembly/ MSF: person struck by tugger wire assembly Fri, 03 Oct 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1514-dropped-object-near-miss-unsecured-plastic-box-fell-from-load-being-lifted-by-mobile-crane/ Dropped object near-miss – Unsecured plastic box fell from load being lifted by mobile crane Mon, 08 Sep 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1514-440v-electrical-shock-incident/ 440V electrical shock incident Mon, 08 Sep 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1514-diver-injured-after-being-trapped-underwater/ Diver injured after being trapped underwater Mon, 08 Sep 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1514-alternator-bearing-collapse-caused-small-fire/ Alternator bearing collapse caused small fire Mon, 08 Sep 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1514-confined-space-entry-multiple-fatalities/ Confined space entry – multiple fatalities Mon, 08 Sep 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1514-marine-safe-australia-hand-injuries/ Marine Safe Australia – Hand injuries Mon, 08 Sep 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1414-high-potential-stored-energy-incident-inner-buoyancy-module-clamp-failure-during-removal/ High potential stored energy incident: inner buoyancy module clamp failure during removal Thu, 07 Aug 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1414-near-miss-incorrect-length-retaining-screws-fitted-on-divers-helmet/ Near-miss: Incorrect length retaining screws fitted on divers helmet Thu, 07 Aug 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1414-lost-time-injury-lti-trip-incident/ Lost time injury (LTI): Trip incident Thu, 07 Aug 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1414-lost-time-injury-lti-trip-incident-during-routine-task/ Lost time injury (LTI): Trip incident during routine task Thu, 07 Aug 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1414-high-potential-dropped-object-incident/ High potential dropped object incident Thu, 07 Aug 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1414-msf-disposal-of-pyrotechnics/ MSF: Disposal of pyrotechnics Thu, 07 Aug 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1414-lifting-and-rigging-plans/ Lifting and rigging plans Thu, 07 Aug 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1314-bell-re-claim-failure-resulting-in-minor-injury/ Bell re-claim failure resulting in minor injury Thu, 17 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1314-near-miss-unauthorised-release-of-shore-controlled-mooring-lines/ Near-miss: Unauthorised release of shore-controlled mooring lines Thu, 17 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1314-failure-of-lifeboat-release-hook-mechanism/ Failure of lifeboat release hook mechanism Thu, 17 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1314-main-rov-lift-umbilical-parted/ Main ROV lift umbilical parted Thu, 17 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1314-unplanned-vessel-contact-with-an-installation-during-lifting-operations/ Unplanned vessel contact with an installation during lifting operations Thu, 17 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1314-potential-dropped-object-poor-housekeeping/ Potential dropped object – poor housekeeping Thu, 17 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1014-engine-room-fire-1/ Engine room fire Mon, 14 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1214-punctured-welding-hose-flash-fire/ Punctured welding hose flash fire Mon, 14 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1214-lost-time-injury-lti-winch-base-plate-failure/ Lost time injury (LTI): Winch base plate failure Mon, 14 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1214-lost-time-injury-lti-during-mooring-operations/ Lost time injury (LTI) during mooring operations Mon, 14 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1214-near-miss-loose-life-jackets-caused-man-overboard-mob-alert/ Near-miss: Loose life jackets caused man overboard (MOB) alert Mon, 14 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1214-lost-time-injury-lti-trapped-finger/ Lost time injury (LTI): Trapped finger Mon, 14 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1214-fatality-man-overboard/ Fatality: Man overboard Mon, 14 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1114-failure-of-master-link-during-subsea-lifting-operations/ Failure of master link during subsea lifting operations Tue, 08 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1114-lost-time-injury-lti-hand-severed-during-mooring-operations/ Lost time injury (LTI): Hand severed during mooring operations Tue, 08 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1114-lost-time-injury-lti-severe-hand-injury-in-galley/ Lost time injury (LTI): Severe hand injury in galley Tue, 08 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1114-near-miss-collapse-of-rov-launch-and-recovery-system-lars/ Near-miss: Collapse of ROV launch and recovery system (LARS) Tue, 08 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1114-hydraulic-hose-failure-caused-collapse-of-heavy-haulage-trailer/ Hydraulic hose failure caused collapse of heavy haulage trailer Tue, 08 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1114-inadequate-snap-hooks-on-life-jackets/ Inadequate snap hooks on life jackets Tue, 08 Jul 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1014-fire-in-engine-room-on-platform-supply-vessel/ Fire in engine room on platform supply vessel Mon, 30 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1014-serious-engine-room-fire-whilst-divers-in-saturation/ Serious engine room fire whilst divers in saturation Mon, 30 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1014-fire-in-engine-room-on-platform-supply-vessel-1/ Fire in engine room on platform supply vessel Mon, 30 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1014-fire-in-engine-space-on-crew-transfer-vessel-ctv/ Fire in engine space on crew transfer vessel (CTV) Mon, 30 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1014-engine-room-fire/ Engine room fire Mon, 30 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0914-vessel-blackout-during-close-standby/ Vessel blackout during close standby Thu, 19 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0914-serious-dropped-object-incidents/ Serious dropped object incidents Mon, 16 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0914-lost-time-injury-lti-serious-hand-injury-caught-in-the-bight/ Lost time injury (LTI): Serious hand injury – caught in the bight Mon, 16 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0914-first-aid-incident-during-at-sea-fuel-transfer-mooring-lines/ First aid incident during at-sea fuel transfer – mooring lines Mon, 16 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0914-pressure-vessel-systems-response-to-fatal-accident/ Pressure vessel systems – response to fatal accident Mon, 16 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0814-crewman-struck-by-dropped-object/ Crewman struck by dropped object Wed, 04 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0814-unsecured-object-lifted-by-helicopter-downwash/ Unsecured object lifted by helicopter downwash Wed, 04 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0814-crewman-suffered-first-aid-injury-during-cutting-operations/ Crewman suffered first aid injury during cutting operations Wed, 04 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0814-cutting-torch-hose-separates-from-flame-arrestor/ Cutting torch hose separates from flame arrestor Wed, 04 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0814-near-miss-potential-fire-hazard-from-halogen-lamp/ Near-miss: Potential fire hazard from halogen lamp Wed, 04 Jun 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0714-first-aid-injury-thermos-cup-exploded-after-being-in-hyperbaric-environment/ First aid injury: Thermos cup exploded after being in hyperbaric environment Tue, 13 May 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0714-hand-injury-during-retrieval-of-personal-protective-equipment-ppe-stored-inside-a-compressor-unit/ Hand injury during retrieval of personal protective equipment (PPE) stored inside a compressor unit Tue, 13 May 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0714-crane-wire-rope-grip-incorrectly-fitted/ Crane wire rope grip incorrectly fitted Tue, 13 May 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0714-crew-transfer-vessel-in-collision-with-anchor-wire/ Crew transfer vessel in collision with anchor wire Tue, 13 May 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0714-injury-caused-by-movement-of-wire-rope-under-tension/ Injury caused by movement of wire rope under tension Tue, 13 May 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0714-master-link-and-sub-link-failures-on-lifting-equipment/ Master link and sub-link failures on lifting equipment Tue, 13 May 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0614-fatality-during-air-diving-operations/ Fatality during air diving operations Wed, 16 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0614-near-miss-strong-sun-glare-contributes-to-heavy-impact-on-boat-landing/ Near-miss: Strong sun glare contributes to heavy impact on boat landing Wed, 16 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0614-near-miss-incidents-during-personnel-transfer-to-offshore-renewable-energy-installations/ Near-miss incidents during personnel transfer to offshore renewable energy installations Wed, 16 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0614-navigational-near-miss-in-restricted-visibility/ Navigational near-miss in restricted visibility Wed, 16 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0614-hand-injury-grease-injection-into-small-finger/ Hand injury: Grease injection into small finger Wed, 16 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0614-equipment-damaged-by-waterspout/ Equipment damaged by waterspout Wed, 16 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0614-pontoon-compartment-explosion-on-floating-roof-tanks/ Pontoon compartment explosion on floating roof tanks Wed, 16 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0514-decompression-illness-dci-incident-during-routine-decompression-of-divers-from-saturation/ Decompression illness (DCI) incident during routine decompression of divers from saturation Thu, 10 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0514-restricted-work-case-rwc-injury-to-foot-caused-by-moving-roller/ Restricted work case (RWC): Injury to foot caused by moving roller Thu, 10 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0514-snubber-failure/ Snubber failure Thu, 10 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0514-epirb-precautionary-bulletin/ EPIRB precautionary bulletin Thu, 10 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0514-overloading-leads-to-catastrophic-failure-of-crane-boom/ Overloading leads to catastrophic failure of crane boom Thu, 10 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0414-lost-time-injury-lti-thumb-laceration/ Lost time injury (LTI): Thumb laceration Fri, 04 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0414-near-miss-failure-to-reconnect-fire-suppression-systems/ Near-miss: Failure to reconnect fire suppression systems Fri, 04 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0414-oil-spill-incident/ Oil spill incident Fri, 04 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0414-potential-dropped-objects-found-lodged-in-holes-on-a-freight-container/ Potential dropped objects found lodged in holes on a freight container Fri, 04 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0414-lower-stairwell-step-collapses-causing-injury/ Lower stairwell step collapses causing injury Fri, 04 Apr 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0314-loss-of-consciousness-due-to-exposure-to-h2s/ Loss of consciousness due to exposure to H₂S Thu, 13 Mar 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0314-dropped-fluorescent-light-tube/ Dropped fluorescent light tube Thu, 13 Mar 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0314-entanglement-in-moving-or-rotating-machinery/ Entanglement in moving or rotating machinery Thu, 13 Mar 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0314-fire-and-subsequent-foundering-of-wind-farm-support-workboat/ Fire and subsequent foundering of wind farm support workboat Thu, 13 Mar 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0314-watertight-doors-left-open-at-sea/ Watertight doors left open at sea Thu, 13 Mar 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0214-hose-fire-caused-by-flashback-in-oxygen-and-acetylene-hoses/ Hose fire caused by flashback in oxygen and acetylene hoses Thu, 20 Feb 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0214-fatality-in-ballast-water-tank-working-at-height-in-a-confined-space/ Fatality in ballast water tank – working at height in a confined space Thu, 20 Feb 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0214-damaged-wire-rope-slings/ Damaged wire rope slings Thu, 20 Feb 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0214-vibration-induced-fatigue-on-process-pipework/ Vibration-induced fatigue on process pipework Thu, 20 Feb 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0114-uncontrolled-descent-of-diving-bell/ Uncontrolled descent of diving bell Tue, 21 Jan 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0114-high-potential-dropped-object-rigger-struck-by-falling-object/ High potential dropped object – Rigger struck by falling object Tue, 21 Jan 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0114-poor-cargo-stowage-material-damage-on-container/ Poor cargo stowage: material damage on container Tue, 21 Jan 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0114-first-aid-injury-deep-cut-to-forearm/ First aid injury: deep cut to forearm Tue, 21 Jan 2014 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1813-serious-working-at-height-incidents/ A Member has reported a number of serious working at height incidents, resulting in a fatality and five Lost Time Injuries (LTIs). Fri, 20 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1813-near-miss-rov-shackle-potential-dropped-object/ A member has reported a near miss incident in which an ROV shackle holding a boulder grab became loose and the pin partially disengaged. Fri, 20 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1813-high-potential-near-miss-incompatible-pillar-valve-assembly/ A member has reported a high potential near miss incident, in which there was a failure of a pillar valve in a diver’s bailout set. Fri, 20 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1813-fatality-during-lifting-operations/ A Member has reported an incident in which a crew member suffered fatal crush injuries. This was during lifting operations, on an offshore vessel. Fri, 20 Dec 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1713-msf-lost-time-injury-lti-pilot-ladder-failure/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety flash 13-34, regarding an incident in which both ropes on a ladder parted simultaneously, causing the pilot to fall approximately two metres to the deck of the launch. Fri, 29 Nov 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1713-nopsema-near-miss-fast-rescue-craft-unplanned-descent/ The Australian National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority (NOPSEMA) has published the following safety flash, regarding an unplanned descent (from 23 m) of a fast rescue craft from its davit, whilst crew were onboard. Fri, 29 Nov 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1713-high-potential-dropped-object-steel-bar-10-m/ A member has reported an incident in which a heavy steel bar fell 10m onto the deck. Fri, 29 Nov 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0213-serious-dp-diving-incident/ A member has reported an incident during diving operations when the Dive Support Vessel (DSV) suffered a DP Control System failure and consequent uncontrolled vessel movement. Fri, 29 Nov 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1713-small-workboats-used-on-offshore-wind-farms-combined-report-on-windcat-9-and-island-panther-incidents/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published a combined report on two incidents involving small workboats in the offshore renewables sector. Fri, 29 Nov 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1713-pilot-ladder-safety/ The Oil Companies International Marine Forum (OCIMF) has circulated the following safety flash, regarding pilot ladder safety. Fri, 29 Nov 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1613-irukandji-jellyfish-awareness-australia/ A member has asked IMCA to raise awareness amongst divers and dive supervisors of the presence of Irukandji Jellyfish in certain Australian waters. Thu, 17 Oct 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1613-fatality-man-overboard/ Fatality: Man overboard Thu, 17 Oct 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1613-what-is-a-safety-flash/ IMCA safety flashes and systems for incident reporting and analysis are an important tool for sharing vital information. Thu, 17 Oct 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1613-lost-time-injury-lti-crewman-injured-foot-during-offshore-renewables-mooring-operation/ A member has asked IMCA to raise awareness amongst divers and dive supervisors of the presence of Irukandji Jellyfish in certain Australian waters. Thu, 17 Oct 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1613-msf-hand-injuries/ The Marine Safety Forum has published two safety flashes regarding hand injuries. Thu, 17 Oct 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1513-lost-time-injury-lti-dropped-object-incident/ A member has reported an incident in which someone sustained a serious neck injury as a result of a dropped object incident. Mon, 23 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1513-incidents-involving-use-of-scaffolding/ A Member has reported a number of incidents involving the use of scaffolding. Mon, 23 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1513-fire-on-board-and-sinking-of-liftboat-mako/ The National Transportation Safety Board of the United States (US NTSB) has published the following safety flash regarding the US-registered liftboat Mako, which caught fire while supporting oil drilling operations about 6 miles off the coast of Nigeria. Mon, 23 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1513-diving-helmet-failure-of-sealed-pull-pin/ A member has reported an incident without injury in which the knob of a sealed pull pin assembly (p/n 505-110) on a Kirby Morgan diver’s helmet came apart. Mon, 23 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1513-msf-injury-failure-of-hatch-holdback-arrangements/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety flash 13-32, regarding an incident in which a crew member was injured when there was a failure of the mechanism holding back a heavy watertight door. Mon, 23 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1413-msf-gangway-detached-from-vessel/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety flash 13-23 regarding an incident in which the gangway platform got detached from the vessel, causing the platform and the gangway to drop approximately 0.5-1 m until it was left hanging by the securing ropes and the safety net. Thu, 12 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1413-msf-high-potential-near-miss-during-cargo-operations/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety flash 13-24 regarding an incident in which two crewmen narrowly escaped severe crush injuries whilst engaged in cargo back-loading operations alongside a platform. Thu, 12 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1413-msf-bulk-hose-entanglement-with-azi-pod-propulsion-unit/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety flash 13-26 regarding an incident in which a hose became entangled with an Azi-pod propulsion unit. Thu, 12 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1413-msf-injuries-on-mud-mixers/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety flash 13-27 regarding two hand injury incidents, in which crew members were injured on sharp blades on mud mixing equipment on platform supply vessels. Thu, 12 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1413-msf-fast-rescue-craft-unplanned-descent/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety flash 13-29 regarding an unplanned lowering of a fast rescue craft (FRC). Thu, 12 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1313-near-miss-un-noticed-expiry-and-deterioration-of-carbon-dioxide-absorbent-material/ A member has reported a near miss incident in which carbon dioxide absorbent material expired and deteriorated beyond usable condition. This was discovered when a saturation diver reported an acidic taste in his mouth during a lock-out. Wed, 04 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1313-bunkering-hose-cut-by-propeller/ The Marine Safety Forum has published the following safety flash, regarding an incident in which a bunkering hose was damaged because it sank and fouled the propeller. Wed, 04 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1313-msf-crewman-injured-whilst-changing-out-crane-wire/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety flash 13-21, regarding an incident in which someone was injured while changing out the wire on the crane. Wed, 04 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1313spillage-of-oil-based-mud/ The Marine Safety Forum has published a safety flash regarding an incident in which an amount of oil-based mud (OBM) was spilt onto the deck of a newly commissioned platform supply vessel (PSV). Wed, 04 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1313-dropped-object-near-miss-wind-sensor/ A member has reported an incident in which part of a plastic fixed unit wind sensor weighing 0.8 kg dropped 10 m to the top of the bridge roof. Wed, 04 Sep 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1213-lost-time-injury-lti-crewman-injured-during-opening-of-tanks/ A member has reported an incident in which someone suffered a head injury, when water escaped from a tank when it was opened. Fri, 19 Jul 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1213-incidents-of-failure-of-jet-drives-on-wind-farm-service-vessels/ A Member has reported a number of incidents involving jet drives on wind farm service vessels. Fri, 19 Jul 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1213-wind-farm-service-vessel-in-collision-with-wind-turbine-foundation/ A Member has reported an incident in which a wind farm service vessel collided with a turbine foundation, after failure of the vessel jet drive. Fri, 19 Jul 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1213-risks-associated-with-pneumatic-hose-couplings-update/ The National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority of Australia (NOPSEMA) has published an updated version of its Safety Alert 55, covering the risks of incorrectly assembled, or faulty, pressurised pneumatic (air) hose couplings. Fri, 19 Jul 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1113-uscg-homeport-marine-safety-alert-recent-failures-of-dynamic-positioning-dp-systems-on-modus/ The United States Coast Guard has recently issued the attached Marine Safety Alert about recent failures of dynamic positioning systems on mobile offshore drilling units. Wed, 26 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1213-near-miss-falling-transponder-on-main-deck/ The United States Coast Guard has recently issued the attached Marine Safety Alert about recent failures of dynamic positioning systems on mobile offshore drilling units. Wed, 26 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1013-high-potential-near-miss-lifting-equipment-failure/ A Member has reported an incident in which there was a potentially catastrophic failure of a lifting sling. Tue, 25 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1013-loading-and-securing-of-cargo/ A member has highlighted two recent occasions in which containers and vehicles were inappropriately loaded and transported with their contents unsecured, which resulted in unnecessary manual handling of cargo. Tue, 25 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1013-use-of-portable-electrical-deck-equipment/ A Member has highlighted some recent examples of portable electrical deck equipment being used with incorrect plugs and sockets.  Tue, 25 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1013-uscg-surge-protective-devices-onboard-vessels/ The United States Coast Guard (USCG) published in April this year a Marine Safety Alert on surge protective devices. Tue, 25 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0913-high-potential-near-miss-dropped-rovtms-leading-to-equipment-damage/ A member has reported an incident in which an ROV/TMS and an A-frame docking head fell to the deck from approximately 1 m. Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0913-failure-of-lifting-equipment-dropped-rov/ A member has reported an incident during offshore lifting operations in which a sling failed, causing an ROV and TMS to drop 30 cm onto deck. Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0913-improper-securing-of-cargo/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety flash 13-14 regarding an incident in which incorrectly stowed cargo toppled over due to the vessel’s motion on encountering unexpected adverse weather conditions. Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0913-generator-fire-incident/ A Member has reported an incident in which there was a small fire onboard an offshore vessel.  Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0913-nopsema-increase-in-dropped-object-events/ The Australian National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority (NOPSEMA) has identified a concerning increase in dropped object events on mobile offshore drilling units (MODUs) in the first quarter of 2013. Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0813-substandard-nitrogen-quads-delivered-to-shipyard/ A member has reported an incident in which two nitrogen quads were delivered in very poor condition to a vessel in a shipyard. Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0813-small-boat-cradle-collapsed-during-poor-weather-conditions/ A Member has reported an incident in which a zodiac inflatable boat was dropped onto deck. Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0813-crane-wire-parting/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety flash 13-11 regarding the parting of a crane wire on an offshore vessel. Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0813-crewman-injured-no-control-of-work/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety flash 13-15 regarding an incident in which someone was struck on face and arm by debris under pressure, resulting in hospitalisation to remove particles from under their skin. Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0813-fire-caused-by-hot-work/ A Member has reported an incident in which a small fire was caused by hot work taking place on the deck above. Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0813-counterfeit-portable-fire-extinguishers/ The United States Coast Guard (USCG) published a report regarding counterfeit portable fire extinguishers. Tue, 21 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0713-dropped-object-injury/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety flash 13-10 covering an incident in which a crew member was injured when a trolley and chain hoist came off the lifting beam. Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0713-gangway-safety-a-review-of-recent-incidents-and-near-misses-involving-vessel-gangways/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety flash 13-09 reviewing a number of incidents and near misses reported by base staff involving vessel gangways. Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0713-lost-time-injury-lti-serious-foot-injury/ A member has reported an incident in which a rope access technician suffered a serious injury to one of his toes, leading to partial amputation. Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0713-near-miss-failure-of-gas-quad-fitting/ A member has reported an incident in which there was a potentially catastrophic failure of a high pressure fitting on a gas quad. Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0713-lost-time-injury-lti-fall-from-height/ A member has reported an incident in which a crewman suffered an injury during a fall from height. Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0713-risk-associated-with-pneumatic-hose-couplings/ The National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority of Australia (NOPSEMA) has published the following safety alert covering the risks of incorrectly assembled or faulty pressurised pneumatic (air) hose couplings. Thu, 09 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0613-crew-transfer-vessel-trapped-under-a-boat-landing/ A member has reported an incident in which a crew transfer vessel became trapped when the bottom section of a boat landing fixed to an offshore accommodation vessel gave way. Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0613-loss-of-rov-after-umbilical-termination-failure-and-damage-to-rov-during-recovery/ A member has reported an incident in which there was an ROV umbilical termination failure, loss of ROV and subsequent damage to the ROV during emergency recovery from the seabed. Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0613-near-miss-dropped-object-falling-camera/ A member has reported an incident in which the mounting for a fixed camera gave way allowing the camera, weighing 25kg, to fall 4 metres. Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0613-near-miss-dropped-objects-during-lifting-operations/ A member has reported an incident in which pieces of angle bar slipped out of slings and fell into the sea. Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0613-failure-of-connector-on-marine-riser/ A member has reported an incident in which pieces of angle bar slipped out of slings and fell into the sea. Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0513-explosion-causing-fatal-injury-during-maintenance-of-metocean-buoy/ A member has reported an incident in which a crewman was fatally injured during the recovery and maintenance of a metocean buoy, after it had been in use in-sea for a period of around two years. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0513-battery-damage-caused-by-charger-failure/ A member has reported an incident in which a crewman was fatally injured during the recovery and maintenance of a metocean buoy, after it had been in use in-sea for a period of around two years. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0513-near-miss-exposed-live-electrical-cable/ A member has reported an incident in which a live electrical cable was found exposed. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0513-finger-and-hand-injuries/ A member has reported two incidents in which crew suffered finger or hand injuries. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0513-high-potential-near-miss-during-equipment-testing/ A member has reported an incident in which a heavy metal work table was dragged nearly a metre by a forklift truck. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0513-pressure-switch-location-for-fixed-fire-suppression-systems/ The United States Coast Guard has published a report regarding an engine room fire in a vessel. Thu, 04 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0413-near-miss-dropped-handrailgate-near-moonpool/ A member has reported an incident in which a handrail gate was dislodged from its retaining points and fell 4.5m to the deck. Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0413-lost-time-injury-lti-fall-from-height-leading-to-multiple-fractures/ A member has reported an incident in which a worker fell 16m and sustained multiple fractures. Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0413-near-miss-scaffolding-collapse/ The National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority of Australia (NOPSEMA) has published a report regarding an incident in which a vertical scaffolding tube (a ‘dropper’) supporting a scaffolder began to slip under his weight. Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0413-outbreak-of-salmonella-and-gastroenteritis-on-an-offshore-facility/ The National Offshore Petroleum Safety and Environmental Management Authority of Australia (NOPSEMA) has published the following report regarding a recent outbreak of salmonella and gastroenteritis on an offshore facility which resulted in about 40 members of the workforce being directly affected and led to severe disruption of offshore operations. Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0413-fatal-crush-injury-during-vessel-hull-maintenance/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published the following report regarding an incident in which a crewman was fatally injured whilst repairing paintwork on the hull of a vessel. Fri, 15 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0313-fatality-during-basket-transfer/ A member has reported an incident in which a crew member suffered a fatal fall from a Billy Pugh X-800 series personnel basket during a transfer between an incomplete platform jacket and heavy lift barge. Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0313-diver-emergency-decompression-following-construction-barge-anchor-loss-during-tropical-storm/ A member has reported an incident in which a construction derrick lay barge lost all of its bow/weather anchors during a severe tropical storm. Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0313-lost-time-injury-lti-broken-thumb/ A member has reported an incident in which an employee suffered a broken thumb. Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0313-diving-decompression-chambers-not-fit-for-purpose/ A member has reported an incident in which a construction derrick lay barge lost all of its bow/weather anchors during a severe tropical storm. Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0313-fatal-wind-farm-accident/ A fatal wind farm incident has been brought to the attention of IMCA. Wed, 30 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0113-near-miss-shackle-configuration/ A member has reported finding shackles used for lifting equipment in an unsafe condition Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0113-damage-to-crane-winch/ A member has reported an incident in which a crane winch was badly damaged and the load dropped as a result. Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0113-first-aid-injury-contact-with-spinning-spooler-arm/ A member has reported an incident in which a spinning handle on a spooler arm hit someone on the upper arm, wrist and knuckles, causing light bruising. Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0113-luff-ram-clevis-failures/ A member has reported a number of incidents in which a luff ram has parted at the clevis. Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0113-lost-time-injury-lti-crewman-broke-leg-falling-into-tank/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Flash 12-45 regarding an incident in which a crewman fell over four metres from the main deck into a tank and broke his leg. Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1312-near-miss-poorly-secured-load-during-lifting-operations/ Near-miss: Poorly secured load during lifting operations Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1312-lost-time-injury-lti-person-fell-over-on-helideck-and-broke-arm/ Lost time injury (LTI): Person fell over on helideck and broke arm Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1312-lost-time-injury-lti-serious-hand-injury-during-subsea-lifting-operations/ Lost time injury (LTI): Serious hand injury during subsea lifting operations Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1312-lost-time-injury-lti-caused-by-inadvertent-activation-of-expired-line-throwing-device/ Lost time injury (LTI) caused by inadvertent activation of expired line throwing device Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1312-fire-in-engine-room-workshop/ Fire in engine room workshop Tue, 11 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1212-lifeboat-damaged-whilst-being-lowered-on-davit/ Lifeboat damaged whilst being lowered on davit Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1212-high-potential-near-miss-dropped-object/ High potential near-miss: Dropped object Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1212-us-coast-guard-alert-problem-with-certain-kinds-of-personal-flotation-device/ US Coast Guard Alert: Problem with certain kinds of personal flotation device Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1212-near-miss-dropped-object/ Near-miss: Dropped object Wed, 14 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1112-lost-time-injury-lti-hand-injury/ Lost time injury (LTI): Hand injury Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1112-near-miss-dropped-object-turnbuckle-pin/ Near-miss: Dropped object – turnbuckle pin Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1112-lost-time-injury-lti-crush-injury-arm-trapped-by-movement-of-crane-block/ Lost time injury (LTI): Crush injury – arm trapped by movement of crane block Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1112-near-miss-faulty-lifebuoys-discovered/ Near-miss: Faulty lifebuoys discovered Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1112-able-seaman-injured-by-shifting-cargo/ Able seaman injured by shifting cargo Fri, 26 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1012-diver-injured-during-subsea-lifting-operations/ Diver injured during subsea lifting operations Thu, 11 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1012-tombarra-fall-wire-fatality-updated-reports/ Tombarra fall wire fatality: Updated reports Thu, 11 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1012-lifejacket-recall-mullion-compact-150n-iso-12402/ Lifejacket recall – Mullion Compact 150N ISO 12402 Thu, 11 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1012-damage-to-davit-mounted-small-boats/ Damage to davit-mounted small boats Thu, 11 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1012-hand-injury-during-o2-handling-and-equipment-maintenance/ Hand injury during O₂ handling and equipment maintenance Thu, 11 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0912-inadvertent-lowering-of-lifeboat/ Inadvertent lowering of lifeboat Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0912-near-miss-cement-tank-hatch-failure/ Near-miss: Cement tank hatch failure Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0912-lost-time-injury-lti-hand-cut-during-cutting-operations/ Lost time injury (LTI): Hand cut during cutting operations Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0912-near-miss-potential-fall-when-tms-protection-gate-came-loose/ Near-miss: Potential fall when TMS protection gate came loose Tue, 04 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0812-near-miss-bell-umbilical-damage-incident/ Near-miss: Bell umbilical damage incident Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0812-near-miss-failure-of-load-during-lifting/ Near-miss: Failure of load during lifting Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0812-platform-supply-vessel-comes-into-contact-with-fixed-platform/ Platform supply vessel comes into contact with fixed platform Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0812-near-miss-dropped-objects/ Near-miss: Dropped objects Tue, 24 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0712-lost-time-injury-lti-incident-with-circular-saw-leads-to-loss-of-thumb/ Lost time injury (LTI): Incident with circular saw leads to loss of thumb Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0712-small-fire-and-minor-injury-during-gas-cutting/ Small fire and minor injury during gas cutting Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0712-two-recent-cases-of-hand-and-arm-injuries/ Two recent cases of hand and arm injuries Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0712-confined-space-entry-fatality/ Confined space entry fatality Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0712-fall-fatality-during-platform-abandonment/ Fall fatality during platform abandonment Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0612-near-miss-live-electrical-cable/ Near-miss: Live electrical cable Mon, 25 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0612-failure-to-follow-gas-quad-procedure/ Failure to follow gas quad procedure Mon, 25 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0612-near-miss-saturation-diver-lost-gas-supply/ Near-miss: Saturation diver lost gas supply Mon, 25 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0612-two-recent-incidents-involving-injuries/ Two recent incidents involving injuries Mon, 25 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0612-near-miss-cable-reel-deck-cargo-broke-loose/ Near-miss: Cable reel deck cargo broke loose Mon, 25 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0512-uncontrolled-ascent-of-lift-bag/ Uncontrolled ascent of lift bag Fri, 08 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0512-near-miss-person-fell-from-boarding-ladder/ Near-miss: Person fell from boarding ladder Fri, 08 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0512-lost-time-injury-lti-crewman-s-finger-pinched-when-moving-the-gangway/ Lost time injury (LTI): Crewman’s finger pinched when moving the gangway Fri, 08 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0512-snagging-damage-during-lifting-operations/ Snagging damage during lifting operations Fri, 08 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0512-msf-near-miss-dropped-objects/ MSF – Near-miss: Dropped objects Fri, 08 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0412-lacerated-finger-during-rigging-operations/ Lacerated finger during rigging operations Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0412-near-miss-during-subsea-cutting-operations/ Near-miss during subsea cutting operations Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0412-cargo-hose-incidents/ Cargo hose incidents Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0412-crane-and-supply-boat-lifting-incident/ Crane and supply boat lifting incident Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0412-near-miss-cargo-carrying-unit-ccu-flipped-over-during-lifting-operations/ Near-miss: cargo carrying unit (CCU) flipped over during lifting operations Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0312-near-miss-220v-cable-not-isolated-during-work/ Near-miss: 220v cable not isolated during work Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0312-lifting-post-failure-on-survey-equipment/ Lifting post failure on survey equipment Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0312-near-miss-supply-vessel-pulls-platform-crane-overboard/ Near-miss: supply vessel pulls platform crane overboard Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0312-bypassing-of-storage-tanks-safety-features/ Bypassing of storage tanks safety features Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0312-watertight-doors-and-hatches-routinely-left-open-at-sea/ Watertight doors and hatches routinely left open at sea Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0212-equipment-at-height-not-properly-secured/ Equipment at height not properly secured Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0212-near-miss-serious-subsea-burning-incident/ Near-miss: Serious subsea burning incident Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0212-major-injury-suffered-in-confined-space-incident/ Major injury suffered in confined space incident Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0212-man-drowned-after-falling-into-dock-when-disembarking-through-pilot-gate/ Man drowned after falling into dock when disembarking through pilot-gate Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0212-snagged-cargo-carrying-unit-during-offshore-discharge/ Snagged cargo carrying unit during offshore discharge Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0112-near-miss-crane-hook-block-dropped-to-deck/ Near-miss: Crane hook block dropped to deck Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0112-lost-time-incident-lti-laceration-to-finger/ Lost time incident (LTI): Laceration to finger Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0112-near-miss-rov-broke-free-of-cargo-strops-during-heavy-seas/ Near-miss: ROV broke free of cargo strops during heavy seas Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0112-h2s-leak-umbilical-laying/ H₂S leak umbilical laying Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0112-dropped-object-injury-resulting-from-failure-caused-by-corrosion/ Dropped object: Injury resulting from failure caused by corrosion Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1411-near-miss-diver-loss-of-gas/ A member has reported a near miss incident in which a diver very nearly lost his gas supply. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1411-identification-of-differential-pressures-subsea-during-diving-operations/ A Member has reported an incident in which, during diver intervention work on a subsea pipeline, considerable suction was encountered when the diver attempted to separate a pair of flanges.  near miss incident in which a diver very nearly lost his gas supply. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1411-crewman-injured-when-steel-plates-fell-against-him/ A Member has reported an incident in which a crewman was injured by steel plates falling whilst being placed in storage. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1411-lifeboat-falls-after-equipment-failure/ A Member has reported an incident in which equipment failure allowed a lifeboat to fall free from one side of a vessel. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1411-diver-helmet-hat-light/ A Member has reported an incident in which an overheating diver helmet hat light nearly caused a fire inside a diving bell onboard a dive support vessel. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1411-failure-of-pallet-lifters/ A Member has reported two incidents involving the failure of pallet lifters. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1411-near-miss-during-anchor-line-recovery/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published the following Safety Flash 11-38 regarding a near miss incident during anchor line recovery. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1411-poor-condition-of-lifting-strops/ The MSF has published the following Safety Flash 11-39 regarding lifting strops found in poor condition. Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1411-leak-of-oil-based-mud-from-drain-valve/ The MSF has published Safety Flash 11-40 regarding leakage of oil-based mud from a drain valve.  Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1411-biocide-incident/ The MSF has published Safety Flash 11-40 regarding leakage of oil-based mud from a drain valve.  Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1311-near-miss-dropped-taut-wire-clump-weight/ A Member has reported an incident in which a winch wire parted and a taut wire clump weight was dropped onto the seabed during diving operations. Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1311-lost-time-injury-lti-thumb-injury/ A Member has reported an incident in which a member of the crew sustained a lost time injury (LTI) to his thumb. Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1311-near-miss-winch-wire-parted-and-crane-block-dropped/ A member has reported an incident in which a crane winch wire parted and caused a crane block to fall 13 m into a small boat. Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1311-fall-protection-product-recall/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Flash 11-35 regarding the recall of certain fall protection products by 3M. Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1311-failure-of-rescue-boat-release-mechanism/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Flash 11-36 regarding the failure of a rescue boat release mechanism. Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1311-person-injured-by-parts-ejected-under-pressure/ The US Department of the Interior Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, Regulation and Enforcement (BOEMRE) has published the following safety flash regarding the rupture of a water pressure tank bladder. Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1311-fatal-diving-incident/ The Danish Maritime Authority Investigation Board has produced a report regarding a recent fatality which occurred during diving operations. Fri, 25 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1211-offshore-tank-container-rigging-failure/ A member has reported two incidents in which the rigging of an offshore tank container failed as a result of a cold fracture. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1211-near-miss-dropped-object-6kg-sledge-hammer-head/ A member has reported an incident in which a 6kg hammer head fell 5m (metre) to an unmanned deck. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1211-near-miss-crane-winch-wire-damaged-crane-cab-during-heavy-seas/ A Member has reported an incident in which, owing to the sudden movement of the vessel, a crane winch wire hit the crane cab with the operator inside, causing damage to the cab structure. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1211-near-miss-diver-working-under-suspended-load/ A Member has reported an incident in which a diver found himself working under a suspended load. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1211-fast-rescue-boat-dropped-18-m-into-sea-injuring-crew/ The Australian Transport Safety Board (ASTB) has published a report into a fast rescue boat incident on board a natural gas tanker. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1211-dynamic-positioning-dp-system-failure/ IMCA has received information from a Member about an incident involving the DP system aboard one of its vessels. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1211-engine-room-co2-isolating-valve/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Flash 11-31 regarding a ‘routine’ inspection of a vessel’s CO2 fire fighting system. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1211-engine-room-fire-on-offshore-vessel/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Flash 11-32 regarding a fire reported in the main engine room of an offshore support vessel which was under tow at the time. Tue, 01 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1111-failure-of-pressure-washer/ A member has reported an incident in which a Karcher HDS1195 pressure washer failed when a technician was conducting a test run after maintenance. Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1111-equipment-damage-dropped-rovtether-management-system-tms/ A member has reported an incident in which an ROV was dropped to the deck from between 1.5 m and 2.0 m, resulting in significant damage.  Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1111-grinding-disc-with-defects/ A Member has reported an incident in which a welder discovered a defect in a new grinding disc.  Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1111-gas-detector-safety-alert/ The UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has issued an alert relating to gas detectors, following investigations by the UK HSE into the Status Scientific Controls portable gas detector type Mentor PGD2. Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1111-collision-between-osv-and-barge/ The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ASTB) has published a report into a collision in port between an OSV and a barge. Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1111-oil-spill-in-port-whilst-discharging-waste-oil/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Flash 11-26 regarding an oil spill in port which occurred whilst a vessel was discharging waste oil. Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1111-fire-extinguisher-recall-faulty-equipment/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Flash 11-26 regarding an oil spill in port which occurred whilst a vessel was discharging waste oil. Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1111-pilot-ladder-failure/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Flash 11-29 regarding a recent incident in which a pilot ladder parted whilst the pilot was attempting to board the vessel by means of this ladder. Thu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1011-oxygen-regulator-explodes-causing-injury/ A Member has reported an incident in which an oxygen regulator exploded when the oxygen was turned on, causing a second degree burn injury to someone’s hand. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1011-lifeboat-drill-near-casualty/ An incident has been brought to IMCA’s attention in which a lifeboat was accidentally dropped into the sea. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1011-gimballed-frying-pan-handle-assembly-failure/ The Marine Safety Forum published Safety Flash 11-21 regarding the failure of the handle assembly on a gimballed galley frying pan. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1011-serious-injury-as-a-result-of-a-fall-from-height/ The Marine Safety Forum published Safety Flash 11-23 regarding a serious injury which occurred as a result of a fall from height. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1011-fatality-during-rope-access-work/ The Marine Safety Forum published Safety Flash 11-23 regarding a serious injury which occurred as a result of a fall from height. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1011-collision-between-vessel-and-installation-resulting-in-damage-to-both/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Flash 11-25 (attached) regarding a recent collision between a vessel and an installation which caused some damage to both vessel and installation. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1011-mooring-line-operational-safety/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Flash 11-25 (attached) regarding a recent collision between a vessel and an installation which caused some damage to both vessel and installation. Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0911-failure-of-fall-wire-update-to-safety-flash-0511/ Members will recall that the UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) published Safety Bulletin 1/11 regarding the failure of a fall wire which caused a rescue boat to fall into the sea, with a subsequent fatality. Thu, 28 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0811-hand-injury-while-using-hydraulic-impact-wrench/ A Member has reported an incident in which a diver sustained a cut injury to his left hand palm whilst working with a hydraulic impact wrench. Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0811-recent-near-miss-incidents-involving-potential-dropped-objects/ A Member has reported an incident in which a diver sustained a cut injury to his left hand palm whilst working with a hydraulic impact wrench. Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0811-electrician-received-electric-shock/ A Member has reported an incident in which an electrician received an electric shock whilst working on faulty electrical equipment.  Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0811-fatality-after-capsize-of-workboat-with-eight-persons-onboard/ A Member has reported an incident in which a workboat capsized during personnel transfer, causing seven people to fall into the sea, one of whom drowned.  Wed, 27 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0711-reliance-on-crane-limits-caused-crane-damage-and-dropped-objects/ A Member has reported an incident in which a crane was damaged and objects fell to the deck in the vicinity of personnel. Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0711-galley-fryer-fire/ A Member has reported an incident in which a fire occurred during ‘routine’ cleaning and operation of a twin vat deep fat fryer onboard a vessel. Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0711-shackles-in-rigging-assembly-below-required-safe-working-load-swl/ A member has reported that during a recent a recent spot check on a lifting bridle it was identified that a 17T shackle had been fitted instead of a 30T shackle. Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0711-near-miss-personnel-almost-caught-between-crane-house-and-scaffold-pipe/ A Member has reported an incident in which someone was almost caught between a crane housing and a scaffold pipe. Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0711-injury-failure-of-subsea-hp-water-jetting-gun/ Following publication in IMCA Safety Flash 05/11 (Diver safety – high pressure water jetting), which reported an incident where an injury sustained by a diver after the subsea failure of a high pressure (HP) water jetting gun, a Member would like to draw attention to a similar earlier incident.  Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0711-incorrect-information-in-user-manual-for-fixed-fire-fighting-system/ A member has reported that incorrect information was discovered in a user manual for a Pyrosense SP1 Pyrogen Fixed Fire-Fighting System. Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0611-person-fell-after-safety-lanyard-failed/ Information has been passed to IMCA regarding the possible failure of a certain kind of safety lanyard owing to manufacturing defects. Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0611-confined-space-multiple-fatalities/ IMCA has received information about a confined space incident in which there were multiple fatalities. Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0611-failed-chain-link-catastrophic-failures-in-mooring-system/ An incident has been drawn to IMCA’s attention in which one man died and two men had to be hospitalised following entry into a confined space. Thu, 14 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0611-confined-space-multiple-fatalities-slop-tank/ An incident has been drawn to IMCA’s attention in which one man died and two men had to be hospitalised following entry into a confined space. Mon, 04 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0511-near-miss-security-of-equipment/ A member has reported an incident in which an ROV launch and recovery system (LARS) arrived offshore with parts missing. Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0511-improper-use-of-tools-bruising/ A member has reported an incident in which a crewman was injured whilst using a power tool in an incorrect manner. Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0511-lack-of-safety-awareness-crush-injury-during-lifting-operations/ A member has reported an incident in which a crewman suffered minor crush injuries when his hand was caught between two objects during lifting operations. Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0511-diver-safety-high-pressure-water-jetting/ A member has reported an incident in which a crewman suffered minor crush injuries when his hand was caught between two objects during lifting operations. Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0511-failure-of-fall-wire-fatality/ The UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) has published Safety Bulletin 1/11 (attached) regarding an overweight rescue boat causing the failure of a fall wire and subsequent fatality. Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0511-anchor-handling-incident/ A member has reported an incident in which a buoy was damaged during anchor handling operations. Wed, 29 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0411-crane-boom-dropped-object/ A member has reported an incident on an offshore construction vessel in which a piece of wood from the main crane boom rest cradle became detached from the cradle and stuck to the crane boom, before falling on to the main deck. Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0411-low-pressure-mud-hose-parted/ A member has reported an incident in which a low pressure mud hose parted. Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0411-hot-work-conducted-within-the-500-metres-safety-zone/ A member has reported an incident in which someone was found conducting hot work on a vessel within the 500m safety zone of a platform. Tue, 19 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0311-failure-of-hydraulic-fitting-at-pressure/ A member reports an incident in which a hydraulic fitting failed under pressure. Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0311-crane-motion-reference-unit-mru-malfunctions-after-overheating/ A member reports the following incident in which a crane paid out winch wire unexpectedly whilst in active heave compensation (AHC) mode. Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0311-fake-emergency-escape-breathing-device-eebd-sets/ The Marine Safety Forum (MSF) has published Safety Flash 11-09 (attached) regarding the discovery of EEBD that are fake copies of the Unitor/MSA type Uniscape 15H. Fri, 01 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0211-kirby-morgan-sl-17c-partially-detached-from-neck-dam/ A member has reported that, following the investigation into a recent incident where a diver’s hat (Kirby Morgan SL 17C) became partially detached from the neck dam, the contractor involved concluded that, rather than the securing pins becoming displaced during the dive, in all probability they were not secured at the beginning of the dive and that the fault lay with the checking and confirmation process rather than with the hardware. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0211-serious-hand-injury-during-use-of-deck-scaler/ A member has reported an incident in which a crew member sustained a serious hand injury while using an air driven deck scaler during maintenance operations on deck. Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0211-service-bulletin-integrated-flywheel-generators-ifg/ A member recently reported an electrical fire inside its self-propelled hyperbaric lifeboat (SPHL). Fri, 25 Feb 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0111-broken-right-hand-index-finger/ A member has reported an incident in which a worker broke the index finger on his right hand. Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0111-inappropriate-use-of-snap-hooks/ A member has reported that, in spite of efforts to prevent the practice, regular incidents involving the inappropriate use of hooks have continued to occur. Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0111-functional-safety-of-control-systems/ The Australian National Offshore Petroleum Safety Authority (NOPSA) has recently published Safety Alert 45 regarding the functional safety of control systems. Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0111-serious-failure-of-co2-fire-fighting-system/ The United States Coast Guard (USCG) has published Alerts 10(a)-10 abd 10(b)-10 regarding the failure of a CO2 fire-fighting system during a fire in a machinery space on board a new vessel. Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0111-lifting-operations-securing-equipment/ The Marine Safety Forum has published Safety Flash 11-02 regarding an incident in which, owing to a failure of communication, attempts were made to lift equipment which was still secured to the deck. Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0111-failure-of-home-made-equipment/ The Marine Safety Forum has published safety flash 10/23 regarding an incident in which there was a potentially catastrophic failure of uncertified and ‘home-made’ equipment (a piece of chain welded to a stainless steel shackle). Thu, 27 Jan 2011 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0810-welding-of-shackles/ Welding of shackles Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0810-lacerated-chin-caused-by-flying-wedge/ Lacerated chin caused by flying wedge Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0810-failure-to-calibrate-mru-led-to-near-miss/ Failure to calibrate MRU led to near-miss Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0810-diver-safety-nitrox-generator-use/ Diver safety – nitrox generator use Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0810-right-hand-hit-by-flying-wedge/ Right hand hit by flying wedge Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0810-subsea-oxy-arc-cutting-risk-of-explosion/ Subsea oxy-arc cutting – risk of explosion Wed, 15 Dec 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0710-near-miss-falling-object/ Near-miss: falling object Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0710-crewman-fatally-injured-during-mooring-operations/ Crewman fatally injured during mooring operations Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0710-precautions-against-jellyfish-sting-during-diving-operations/ Precautions against jellyfish sting during diving operations Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0710-fatality-fall-from-height/ Fatality: fall from height Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0610-lost-time-injury-lti-severed-tendon/ Lost time injury (LTI): Severed tendon Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0610-minor-chest-burns-suffered-by-rope-access-technician/ Minor chest burns suffered by rope access technician Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0610-near-miss-safety-device-hard-link-damaged-during-hot-work/ Near-miss: safety device (hard link) damaged during hot work Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0610-tug-capsized-during-operations/ Tug capsized during operations Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0610-load-dropped-owing-to-incorrect-manufacture-of-flemish-eye-crane-pennant/ Load dropped owing to incorrect manufacture of “flemish eye” crane pennant Mon, 27 Sep 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0510-near-miss-burnt-out-electrical-socket/ Near-miss: burnt out electrical socket Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0510-water-ingress-to-bow-thruster-space/ Water ingress to bow thruster space Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0510-diver-injury-during-air-cylinder-recharging/ Diver injury during air cylinder recharging Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0510-near-miss-crane-wire-grease-and-headache-ball/ Near-miss: crane wire grease and headache ball Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0510-oxy-arc-umbilical-handling-winch-fire-on-deck/ Oxy-arc umbilical handling winch – fire on deck Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0610-third-degree-burn-sustained-during-rope-access-hot-work/ Third degree burn sustained during rope access hot work Tue, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0410-person-injured-by-mooring-lines/ Person injured by mooring lines Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0410-high-potential-dropped-object-near-miss-antenna-fell-to-deck/ High potential dropped object near-miss: antenna fell to deck Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0410-serious-shortcomings-with-hydrostatic-release-units/ Serious shortcomings with hydrostatic release units Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0410-failure-of-life-rafts-during-servicing/ Failure of life rafts during servicing Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0410-co2-systems-safety-pins/ CO₂ systems safety pins Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0410-failure-of-fixed-high-expansion-foam/ Failure of fixed high expansion foam Wed, 14 Jul 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0310-incident-during-entry-to-diving-bell/ Incident during entry to diving bell Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0310-uncontrolled-ascent-loss-of-lift-bag-to-surface/ Uncontrolled ascent – loss of lift bag to surface Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0310-gangway-failure/ Gangway failure Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0310-missing-dangerous-goods-declaration/ Missing dangerous goods declaration Fri, 28 May 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0210-crewman-received-440v-electric-shock/ Crewman received 440V electric shock Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0210-near-miss-improper-use-of-fall-arrest-equipment-leads-to-fall/ Near-miss: improper use of fall-arrest equipment leads to fall Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0210-failure-of-hose-reel-bearing-housing/ Failure of hose reel bearing housing Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0210-inadvertent-opening-of-circuit-breakers/ Inadvertent opening of circuit breakers Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0210-hole-burnt-in-vessel-deck-during-removal-of-sea-fastenings/ Hole burnt in vessel deck during removal of sea-fastenings Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0210-fatality-during-anchor-handling-operation/ Fatality during anchor handling operation Thu, 08 Apr 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0110-diver-fouled-on-descending-load/ Diver fouled on descending load Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0110-diver-falls-into-bell-maintenance-pit/ Diver falls into bell maintenance pit Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0110-fatality-on-the-diving-support-vessel-wellservicer/ Fatality on the diving support vessel Wellservicer Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0110-bail-out-whip-failures/ Bail-out whip failures Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1809-fatality-during-pressure-test/ A fatal incident has been reported which, while it took place on a drilling rig, is also relevant to many vessel operations. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1809-fatal-incident-onboard-a-dive-support-vessel/ A fatal incident has been reported which, while it took place on a drilling rig, is also relevant to many vessel operations. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1809-lost-time-injury-lti-to-leg/ A Member has reported an incident in which a sub-contractor’s employee suffered a leg injury which was categorised as a lost time injury (LTI). Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1809-loss-of-rov-dropped-object/ A Member has reported an incident in which a remotely controlled vehicle (ROV) and its tether management system (TMS) were dropped to the seabed following failure of the umbilical termination.  Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1709-injury-during-personnel-transfer-capsule-operation/ A Member has reported an incident in which a crew member was narrowly missed by the head of a fuse bolt which had been shot out of a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) manipulator arm at high speed. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1709-loading-and-securing-of-containers/ A Member has reported several occurrences over recent months of containers being inappropriately loaded and transported with contents in an unsecured and consequently unsafe manner and seeks to highlight this as a safety issue. Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1609-near-miss-unexpected-lowering-of-a-suspended-load/ A Member has reported an incident in which there was an unexpected lowering of a suspended load during a lifting operation which had the potential to cause significant injury. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1609-near-miss-loss-of-a-small-crane-cherry-picker-wire/ A member has reported an incident in which a crane winch wire was lost during light subsea lifting work. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1609-hand-injury-injection-of-hydraulic-fluid/ IMCA has received information about a hand injury caused by leaking pressurised hydraulic fluid on a drilling rig. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1609-tumble-dryer-fire-onboard-a-vessel/ IMCA has received information about a hand injury caused by leaking pressurised hydraulic fluid on a drilling rig. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1609-bell-bottom-door-hydraulic-operating-system-failure/ A Member has reported the failure of a bell bottom door hydraulic operating system.  Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1609-near-miss-rov-fuse-bolt-failure/ A Member has reported an incident in which a crew member was narrowly missed by the head of a fuse bolt which had been shot out of a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) manipulator arm at high speed. Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1509-trapped-diver-umbilical-incident-resulting-in-diver-fatality/ A Member has reported an incident where a trapped diver umbilical resulted in his death Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1509-lost-time-injury-lti-gangway-deployment/ A member has reported an incident in which a person suffered a broken leg during gangway deployment. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1509-helicopter-task-group-update-briefing-on-s-92-helicopter-fleet/ The Helicopter Task Group has published the attached briefing concerning Sikorsky S-92 helicopters. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1509-importance-of-inspecting-fall-protection-equipment/ IMCA has been made aware of a number of examples of fall protection equipment failing owing to poor or sub-standard equipment. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1409-failure-of-gas-supply-to-diving-bell/ A Member has reported an incident in which there was a failure of the breathing system in a diving bell. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1409-torn-ankle-ligaments/ The Marine Safety Forum has published the attached safety flash (09/30)concerning a crew member injured whilst stepping from one vessel to another when no gangway was available. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1409-potential-threat-to-aviation-posed-by-skysails/ The Marine Safety Forum has published the attached safety flash (09/30)concerning a crew member injured whilst stepping from one vessel to another when no gangway was available. Fri, 02 Oct 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1309-use-of-pre-mixed-nitrox-gases/ An incident has been brought to IMCA’s attention where premixed cylinders or quads of nitrox gas may not have had the necessary oxygen content to sustain safe diving and the cylinder or quad may not, in fact, have contained the mix that was indicated on the label and/or accompanying paperwork. Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1209-pillar-valve-failure/ A member has reported an incident in which a pillar valve from an emergency gas cylinder separated from the bottle while under pressure, rapidly releasing 50 cu ft of air to atmosphere and hitting a diver’s helmet. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1209-dropped-object-near-miss/ A member has reported an incident in which an object was dropped whilst being lowered to divers on the seabed. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1209-lift-bag-lost-when-rigging-parted/ A member has reported an incident in which an object was dropped whilst being lowered to divers on the seabed. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1109-falling-object-struck-by-crane-stopstriker-plate/ A member has reported an incident in which workers were struck by a falling crane stop/striker plate, causing injuries. Tue, 11 Aug 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1009-compact-fluorescent-lights-interfering-with-communications-equipment/ Members’ attention is drawn to the attached announcement from the United States Coast Guard regarding possible radio frequency interference with vessel communications equipment which may arise from the use of compact fluorescent lights. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1009-high-potential-near-miss-during-back-loading/ Members’ attention is drawn to the attached announcement from the United States Coast Guard regarding possible radio frequency interference with vessel communications equipment which may arise from the use of compact fluorescent lights. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1009-lifeboat-davit-failure/ Following a refit, sea trials were being conducted on a Member’s vessel in preparation for a return to operations. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1009-uncontrolled-movement-of-a-frame/ A Member has reported an incident in which there was an uncontrolled movement of an A-frame mechanism. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0809-near-miss-dropped-clump-weight/ A member has reported an incident in which a clump weight was inadvertently dropped to the seabed. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0809-reintroduction-of-personal-locator-beacons-on-helicopter-flights/ Members’ attention is drawn to the attached announcement from Oil & Gas UK regarding recent developments with personal locator beacons (PLBs) for passengers in helicopters, which states that it has been agreed that PLBs should be reintroduced on offshore helicopter flights from mid-July. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0809-sodasorb-burn-injury/ A Member has reported that a diver has sustained a serious Sodasorb burn to his wrist. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0809-fall-from-height/ A Member has reported an incident in which a person was injured in a fall from a different level.  Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0909poor-maintenance-and-subsequent-failure-of-welding-equipment/ During a recent mobilisation on a Member’s vessel, sub-contractors were burning and welding sea fastenings on the main deck. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0709-fatal-electrocution/ IMCA has learnt of a fatal incident in which a person was electrocuted. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0709-electric-shock-near-miss/ A Member has reported an incident in which an employee sustained an electrical shock whilst re-routing a work class remotely operated vehicle (ROV) tether. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0709-lifeboat-d-ring-failure/ A Member has reported an incident in which an employee sustained an electrical shock whilst re-routing a work class remotely operated vehicle (ROV) tether. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0709-worker-fatally-injured-during-pipelay-operations/ Members’ attention is drawn to the following safety flash (No. 280) from the US Department of the Interior MMS (Minerals Management Service for the Gulf Coast Offshore continental shelf), regarding a fatal incident during pipelaying operations. Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0609-super-puma-helicopter-accident-initial-report/ The UK Air Accidents Investigations Branch (AAIB) has issued its initial report into the recent Super Puma helicopter accident. Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0609-failed-nipple-on-bolt-tensioning-jack/ A Member has reported an incident in which a nipple failed on a bolt tensioning jack.  Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0609-fatality-during-lifting-operations/ A Member has reported an incident in which a fatality occurred during lifting operations. Wed, 06 May 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0509-fire-in-vertical-lay-system-moonpool/ A Member has reported an incident in which there was a fire in the moonpool of a vertical lay system (VLS). Wed, 22 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0409-burns-suffered-in-confined-space/ An ROV pilot technician suffered burns to his hands, face and knee as a result of a fire in a confined space. Thu, 02 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0409-hand-injury-caused-when-worker-tripped-over-hazard/ A worker was injured after falling over a bundle of hose and electrical cables which he had to walk over in order to reach his working area. Thu, 02 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0409-mooring-incidents/ Members’ attention is drawn to the attached document from the UK P&I Club which is of interest regarding potential accidents that can arise from mooring operations. Thu, 02 Apr 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0309-diver-entrapment/ A member has reported an incident wherein a diver became trapped by a water jet weight coat removal (WCR) tool, which he was attempting to secure to a twenty inch subsea pipeline. Thu, 05 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0309-dive-bell-gas-loss-during-internal-bell-checks/ A member has reported that the aft dive bell onboard a dive support vessel suffered a gas loss while pre-dive bell internal checks were being carried out. Thu, 05 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0309-crushed-finger/ A Member has reported an incident during a dive support vessel transit from port to an offshore location, a diver sustained an injury to two fingers of his left hand. Thu, 05 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0309-bolt-failures-on-lawson-rov-launch-and-recovery-systems/ Members are alerted to the attached safety flash from Lawson Engineers Ltd, manufacturers of launch and recovery systems, covering a recent failure of bolts in a 3000m launch and recovery system which allowed a latched-in tether management system (TMS) and ROV to fall to the deck. Thu, 05 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0309-near-miss-incident-involving-a-diver-s-umbilical/ Members are alerted to the attached safety flash from Lawson Engineers Ltd, manufacturers of launch and recovery systems, covering a recent failure of bolts in a 3000m launch and recovery system which allowed a latched-in tether management system (TMS) and ROV to fall to the deck. Thu, 05 Mar 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0209-winch-drum-failure-deep-water-operations/ Following an incident which involved the failure of the structure of a winch drum in a new lifting system with a load suspended at over 2,000 metres water depth on a recovery operation, A member’s investigations have indicated that the loading model used in the design of the winch drum was potentially deficient. Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0209-schat-harding-product-awareness-notice-free-fall-lifeboat-hooks/ Members are alerted to the attached Product Awareness Notice issued by Schat Harding in relation to its free-fall hook, type FFH13. Fri, 06 Feb 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0109-anchor-drag-near-miss-incident/ A Member has reported a near-miss incident in which a barge anchor was dragged approximately 300 metres along the seabed and came within metres of a live export pipeline. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0109-dangers-of-medicine-abuse/ A member has reported two incidents highlighting the dangers of the inappropriate use of prescribed medicine. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0109-counterfeit-hydrostatic-release-mechanisms-for-life-rafts/ Members’ attention is drawn to the attached warning from the Swedish Maritime Safety Inspectorate which has been passed to IMCA, relating to the sale of faulty counterfeit hydrostatic release mechanisms for use on life-rafts. Fri, 16 Jan 2009 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1808-mini-transponder-falling-from-crane-wire-to-deck/ Mini transponder falling from crane wire to deck Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1808-failure-of-pipe-handling-system-causes-injuries-and-fatalities/ Failure of pipe handling system causes injuries and fatalities Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1708-accidental-shutdown-of-main-engines/ Accidental shutdown of main engines Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1708-fatality-struck-down-by-falling-object-during-lifting-operation/ Fatality: struck down by falling object during lifting operation Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1708-stored-energy-injury-sustained-whilst-removing-metal-straps/ Stored energy – injury sustained whilst removing metal straps Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1708-failure-of-webbing-strop-during-lifting-operations/ Failure of webbing strop during lifting operations Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1708-uncontrolled-movement-of-crane-jib-during-inspection/ Uncontrolled movement of crane jib during inspection Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1708-failure-of-lifting-padeye/ Failure of lifting padeye Wed, 03 Dec 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1608-laptop-battery-fire-and-explosion/ Laptop battery fire and explosion Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1608-pallet-lifter-failure/ Pallet lifter failure Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1608-fire-risks-of-intermediate-bulk-containers-ibcs/ Fire risks of intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) Thu, 30 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1508-crew-member-injured-during-rov-maintenance/ Crew member injured during ROV maintenance Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1508-risk-of-electrocution-during-routine-work/ Risk of electrocution during routine work Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1508-uncontrolled-ascent-of-spool-and-diver-during-a-lifting-bag-operation/ Uncontrolled ascent of spool and diver during a lifting bag operation Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1508-near-miss-incident-involving-a-diver-s-umbilical/ Near-miss incident involving a diver’s umbilical Thu, 09 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1408-serious-injury-incident-during-routine-crane-maintenance/ Serious injury incident during routine crane maintenance Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1408-failure-of-fall-arresters/ Failure of fall arresters Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1308-faulty-governors/ Faulty governors Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1208-ballast-tank-hydrogen/ Ballast tank hydrogen Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1208-incorrectly-colour-coded-oxygen-cylinders/ Incorrectly colour coded oxygen cylinders Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1208-hand-injury/ Hand injury Wed, 23 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1108-catastrophic-failure-of-vessel-main-crane-wire/ Catastrophic failure of vessel main crane wire Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1108-incorrect-lifting-equipment-used/ Incorrect lifting equipment used Mon, 23 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1008-unsecured-object-fell-and-injured-crewman/ Unsecured object fell and injured crewman Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1008-dry-suit-inflation-installation-onto-a-km-37-helmet/ Dry suit inflation installation onto a KM 37 helmet Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1008-gps-antenna-problems/ GPS antenna problems Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1008-fire-watches-for-surface-welding-and-burning-operations/ Fire watches for surface welding and burning operations Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0908-loss-of-dp-position-caused-by-incorrect-gyro-heading/ Loss of DP position caused by incorrect gyro heading Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0908-abrasion-of-metal-casing/ Abrasion of metal casing Wed, 21 May 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0808-fall-through-open-hatch-in-walkway/ Fall through open hatch in walkway Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0808-near-miss-involving-knuckle-boom-crane-hydraulic-pump-selection/ Near-miss involving knuckle boom crane – hydraulic pump selection Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0808-partial-parting-of-a-bell-main-lift-wire/ Partial parting of a bell main lift wire Thu, 24 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0708-fatal-accident-in-connection-with-the-operation-of-an-a-frame-based-launch-and-recovery-system-lars-used-for-rov-operations/ Fatal accident in connection with the operation of an A-frame based launch and recovery system (LARS) used for ROV operations Thu, 10 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0608-sikorsky-s76aplus-and-s76aplusplus-helicopters/ Sikorsky S76A+ and S76A++ helicopters Thu, 03 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0508-movement-of-vessel-during-crane-operations-caused-near-miss/ Movement of vessel during crane operations caused near-miss Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0508-report-on-the-loss-of-the-bourbon-dolphin/ Report on the loss of the Bourbon Dolphin Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0408-unauthorised-modification-to-electrical-plant-equipment/ Unauthorised modification to electrical plant equipment Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0408-ddc-chamber-viewport-catastrophic-failure/ DDC chamber view-port catastrophic failure Wed, 19 Mar 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0308-rov-pilot-injured-by-fibre-optic-glass/ ROV pilot injured by fibre optic glass Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0308-lifting-incident/ Lifting incident Mon, 25 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0208-finger-injury-whilst-casting-off-towing-line/ Finger injury whilst casting off towing line Mon, 04 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0208-serious-hand-injury/ Serious hand injury Mon, 04 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0208-use-of-spelter-sockets/ Use of spelter sockets Mon, 04 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0208-lift-bags-broke-free/ Lift bags broke free Mon, 04 Feb 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0108-management-of-simultaneous-operations-during-demobilisation/ Management of simultaneous operations during demobilisation Mon, 07 Jan 2008 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1007-small-fire-caused-by-portable-fan-heater/ A Member has reported an incident in which a small fan heater caused a fire in a cabin. Thu, 20 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1007-bell-contamination/ A Member has reported that during a recent diving project, a subsea fitting failure caused divers to become contaminated with a hazardous substance released from a hose under pressure. Thu, 20 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1007-failure-of-a-high-pressure-gas-charging-hose/ A Member has reported the failure of a high pressure (HP) gas charging hose during routine gas decanting to top up the gas banks of a mobile surface supplied diving system which had been installed into a small craft used for remote diving operations. Thu, 20 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1007-divex-hse-alert-hse003-2007-helinaut-sacrificial-hose-whips/ Divex has asked IMCA to circulate the attached Divex HSE Alert (product safety notice 003/2007) Thu, 20 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1007-divex-hse-alert-hse001-2007-valve-seat-retainer/ Divex has asked IMCA to recirculate the attached Divex HSE Alert, first issued in IMCA Safety Flash 02/07 (Divex HSE Alert – Valve seat retainer), in order to ensure companies and their worksites around the world are aware of this issue. Thu, 20 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0907-pinch-points-on-winches-hand-safety/ A Member has identified a potentially serious hazard on a tugger winch, temporarily installed on a vessel deck, wherein a hand could be ‘drawn in’ between the winch drum cheek plate and the winch base. Wed, 31 Oct 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0907-uncontrolled-lifts-of-hinged-deck-hatches/ A Member has reported a number of incidents of uncontrolled lifts of a hinged deck hatch which resulted in damage to equipment onboard a vessel. Wed, 31 Oct 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0907-lifting-rigging-on-frog-personnel-transfer-capsule/ A recent incident has been reported in which there was a failure of both the primary and back up slings of a ‘Frog’ personnel transfer capsule, which was under low load conditions (a single passenger). Wed, 31 Oct 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0907-confined-space-fatality/ A Member has reported an incident onboard a vessel in dry dock involving a number of fatalities caused by an explosion in a confined space. Wed, 31 Oct 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0807-failure-of-welding-on-hyperbaric-rescue-chamber-medical-lock-door-assembly/ A Member has reported that a weld failed on the medical lock door assembly of a hyperbaric rescue chamber. Fri, 24 Aug 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0707-wire-inserts-in-anchor-line-parted/ A Member has reported an incident in which wire inserts parted in two anchor lines of a semi-submersible accommodation unit connected to a fixed platform during extreme weather conditions (9m seas, 70 knot winds). Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0707-failure-of-chamber-door-hydraulic-actuator/ A Member has reported the failure of a transfer under pressure (TUP) door hydraulic actuator. Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0707-failure-of-chamber-door-spindles-and-seals/ A Member’s diving support vessel (DSV) had recently completed a period of maintenance with some minor work on the saturation chamber system, which included door hinge realignment. Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0707-loss-of-subsurface-buoys/ A Member has reported an incident in which a number of subsurface buoys – used as part of the anchoring system for a semi-submersible accommodation unit – broke loose and drifted away.  Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0707-failure-of-an-air-lift-bag-attachment-point/ A Member has reported that a diver lost control of an air lift bag being used as a diver aid during construction activities. Tue, 14 Aug 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0607-diver-injury-using-cavitation-blaster/ A Member has reported that a diver sustained a high pressure water injection injury whilst using a recently developed 4500 psi cavitation water blaster. Mon, 30 Jul 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0607-weld-failure-on-kirby-morgan-km17b-505-055-neck-clamp/ A Member has reported that a weld on an eight-year-old Kirby Morgan neck clamp arrangement has failed. Mon, 30 Jul 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0507-interim-measures-after-the-bourbon-dolphin-incident/ The Norwegian Maritime Directorate has issued the attached press release regarding measures it is introducing, in co-operation with the shipping industry, following the Bourbon Dolphin incident. Tue, 29 May 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0407-forklift-truck-incident/ A Member has reported an incident in which an employee was injured whilst working with a forklift truck.  Thu, 10 May 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0307-near-miss-hyperbaric-fire-extinguisher-incident/ IMCA has been asked to publicise the attached HSE alert HSE001-2007 issued by Divex regarding problems with valve seat retainers. Wed, 04 Apr 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0207-galley-equipment-broke-free-of-fastenings-during-severe-weather/ A Member has reported an incident which occurred during a severe storm, whereby a grill fryer in the galley broke loose from its floor mountings and toppled over. Mon, 12 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0207-kirby-morgan-safety-bulletin-helmet-shell-repair-caution/ IMCA has been asked to publicise the attached safety bullet #1 of 2007 issued by Kirby Morgan Dive Systems Inc. entitled Helmet Shell Repair Caution. Mon, 12 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0207-divex-hse-alert-valve-seat-retainer/ IMCA has been asked to publicise the attached HSE alert HSE001-2007 issued by Divex regarding problems with valve seat retainers. Mon, 12 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0107-subsea-chain-lever-hoist-failure/ IMCA has received a report of a near-miss resulting from a failure of a chain lever hoist being used in a subsea operation. Fri, 16 Feb 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0107-pipe-under-tension-on-a-reel/ IMCA has received a report of a near-miss resulting from a failure of a chain lever hoist being used in a subsea operation. Fri, 16 Feb 2007 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1406-dp-run-off-incident-class-2-dp-vessel/ DP run-off incident – Class 2 DP vessel Tue, 12 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1406-near-miss-divers-nearly-hit-by-weight-on-taut-wire/ Near-miss: Divers nearly hit by weight on taut wire Tue, 12 Dec 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1306-flash-fire-in-gas-supply-equipment-onboard-dive-support-vessel/ Flash fire in gas supply equipment onboard dive support vessel Tue, 21 Nov 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1306-open-lifeboat-corroded-tie-band-side-plates/ Open lifeboat – corroded tie band side plates Tue, 21 Nov 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1206-wire-break-in-wind-sensor-caused-dp-drive-off/ Wire break in wind sensor caused DP drive-off Mon, 09 Oct 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1106-parting-of-slings-causing-fall-of-heavy-object-onto-seabed/ Parting of slings causing fall of heavy object onto seabed Mon, 18 Sep 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1106-warning-regarding-imenco-minilatch-rov-fell-onto-deck/ Warning regarding Imenco Minilatch – ROV fell onto deck Mon, 18 Sep 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1006-lifting-wire-strop-failure-during-air-bag-lift/ Lifting wire strop failure during air bag lift Wed, 23 Aug 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0906-near-miss-involving-hyfex-fire-extinguisher-refill-kits/ Near-miss involving Hyfex fire extinguisher refill kits Fri, 07 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0906-fatal-accident-with-lifting-appliance/ Fatal accident with lifting appliance Fri, 07 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0906-small-fire-caused-by-toaster-in-mess-room/ Small fire caused by toaster in mess room Fri, 07 Jul 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0806-trapped-pressure-release-incident/ Trapped pressure release incident Thu, 22 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0806-serious-injury-during-pipestalk-rolling-operation/ Serious injury during pipestalk rolling operation Thu, 22 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0706-near-miss-potential-use-of-petroleum-based-grease-in-an-oxygen-rich-environment/ Near-miss: Potential use of petroleum-based grease in an oxygen-rich environment Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0706-kirby-morgan-one-way-valves-follow-up-to-imca-safety-flash-0905-item-1/ Kirby Morgan one-way valves (follow-up to IMCA Safety Flash 09/05 item 1) Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0706-recall-due-to-failure-of-parts-in-dacon-rescue-scoops/ Recall due to failure of parts in Dacon Rescue Scoops Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0706-crane-incident/ Crane incident Wed, 21 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0606-near-miss-missing-grating-on-platform-in-fuel-tank/ Near-miss: Missing grating on platform in fuel tank Tue, 20 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0606-recall-of-pains-wessex-white-collision-warning-hand-flares/ Recall of Pains Wessex white collision warning hand flares Tue, 20 Jun 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0506-flash-fire-in-field-joint-coating-station/ Flash fire in field joint coating station Sun, 30 Apr 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0506-burns-caused-by-release-of-steam-and-boiling-water-from-overheated-pump/ Burns caused by release of steam and boiling water from overheated pump Sun, 30 Apr 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0506-isolation-of-fuel-tanks/ Isolation of fuel tanks Sun, 30 Apr 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0506-hand-injury-sustained-by-diver/ Hand injury sustained by diver Sun, 30 Apr 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0406-fatality-falling-object/ Fatality: Falling object Fri, 31 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0406-wrist-injury-sustained-during-vessel-maintenance/ Wrist injury sustained during vessel maintenance Fri, 31 Mar 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0306-recent-dp-incident-onboard-a-dsv/ Recent DP incident onboard a DSV Tue, 28 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0206-falling-object-failure-of-lifting-appliance/ Falling object – Failure of lifting appliance Mon, 27 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0206-fatal-fall-in-shipyard/ Fatal fall in shipyard Mon, 27 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0206-worker-sustained-severe-facial-injuries-during-vessel-maintenance/ Worker sustained severe facial injuries during vessel maintenance Mon, 27 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0206-hand-injury-sustained-by-diver/ Hand injury sustained by diver Mon, 27 Feb 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0106-breathing-gas-contamination/ Breathing gas contamination Tue, 31 Jan 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0106-fatality-fall-from-height-in-shipyard/ Fatality: Fall from height in shipyard Tue, 31 Jan 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0106-falling-object-load-dropped-by-crane/ Falling object – Load dropped by crane Tue, 31 Jan 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0106-hammer-dropped-from-height/ Hammer dropped from height Tue, 31 Jan 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0106-falling-object-grating-fell-onto-pipe-deck/ Falling object – Grating fell onto pipe deck Tue, 31 Jan 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0104-near-miss-during-connector-pressure-tests/ Near-miss during connector pressure tests Sun, 01 Jan 2006 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1205-failure-of-high-pressure-fitting/ A Member has reported an incident wherein a half inch HP fitting failed at 200 bar. Fri, 30 Dec 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1205-lifting-fatality/ A member has reported a fatality during crane operations. Fri, 30 Dec 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1105-engine-room-fires-appropriate-use-of-insulating-material-on-hot-surfaces/ Safety flash 10/05 reported on a recent Engine room fire. It was noted in that safety flash that the probable cause of the fire was spraying of leaking hydraulic oil onto an improperly insulated exhaust flange. Wed, 30 Nov 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1105-near-miss-during-diving-operations/ IMCA has been advised of a near-miss during diving operations involving the cam lock on a KMB17 divers helmet. Wed, 30 Nov 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1105-engine-room-flooding/ IMCA has been advised of a near-miss during diving operations involving the cam lock on a KMB17 divers helmet. Wed, 30 Nov 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1105-object-falling-from-height/ IMCA has been advised of a near-miss during diving operations involving the cam lock on a KMB17 divers helmet. Wed, 30 Nov 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1105-near-miss-during-lifting-operations/ IMCA has received reports of a near-miss wherein a worker was nearly caught between a load and a fixed structure. Wed, 30 Nov 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1105-near-miss-dropped-object-narrowly-misses-worker/ IMCA has been advised of a near-miss during diving operations involving the cam lock on a KMB17 divers helmet. Wed, 30 Nov 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1005-engine-room-fire/ IMCA has received a report of an engine room fire. Mon, 31 Oct 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1005-explosion-in-ballast-tank-causing-loss-of-life/ IMCA has received a report of an engine room fire. Mon, 31 Oct 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1005-lost-anchor-chain/ IMCA has received a report of an engine room fire. Mon, 31 Oct 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1005-near-miss-during-heavy-lift-operations/ A Member has reported a near-miss incident that occurred during a dual crane lift of a stinger being offloaded from a barge. Mon, 31 Oct 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1005-crane-wire-failure/ A Member has reported a near-miss incident that occurred during a dual crane lift of a stinger being offloaded from a barge. Mon, 31 Oct 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0805-jellyfish-incident/ A Member has reported an incident that occurred during surface diving operations offshore of Western Australia, whereby a diver was apparently stung by a Carukia barnesi jellyfish, which led the diver to develop Irukandji syndrome. Fri, 29 Jul 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0805-caution-notice-electric-gasmizer-gas-booster/ IMCA has received the attached caution notice from Divex, which refers to modifications made to the ‘Electric Gasmizer’ divers gas recovery systems. Fri, 29 Jul 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0805-diving-bell-clamp-mating-screws/ A Member has reported the following issue discovered during a ‘routine’ inspection prior to the commencement of saturation diving activities using a bottom-mating system. Fri, 29 Jul 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0905-malfunction-of-kirby-morgan-b17-side-block-non-return-valve/ A member has reported that it has experienced several failures of KM B17 side block non-return valves which have had little or no in-water service. Fri, 29 Jul 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0905-serious-injury-during-crane-operations/ A Member has reported a serious injury that occurred during crane operations on a third party vessel. Fri, 29 Jul 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0605-hand-grinder-injuries/ We have received the attached Caution Notice from Kirby Morgan relating to inconsistency in regulator assemblies (product number 505-069) that were manufactured between 1 January and 1 March 2005, of which we have been asked to raise awareness. Mon, 02 May 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0605-leaking-oxygen-valve/ A member has reported an incident whereby which a diver experienced an oxygen leak from his cutting torch whilst on the seabed in around 27 msw. Mon, 02 May 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0605-near-miss-flooding-of-a-diver-s-helmet/ A Member has reported a near-miss that occurred during diving operations. Mon, 02 May 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0705-rov-free-fall-incident/ A member has reported an incident which resulted in a work-class remotely operated vehicle (ROV) free-falling approximately 10 metres into the sea during a recovery operation. Mon, 02 May 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0705-product-safety-recall-kongsberg-rpt-transponders/ We have been passed the attached product information bulletin relating to Kongsberg transponder models RPT316, RPT319 and RPT324 and spare end cap assemblies which we have been asked to bring to Members’ attention. Mon, 02 May 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0505-starting-air-system-incident/ A Member has reported an incident which occurred during vessel management system trials, whereby an overpressure event occurred in the starboard engine room air start system. Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0505-pollution-caused-by-burst-hydraulic-hose/ A Member has reported a pollution incident which occurred during recent diving operations. Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0505-caution-notice-kirby-morgan-regulators/ We have received the attached Caution Notice from Kirby Morgan relating to inconsistency in regulator assemblies (product number 505-069) that were manufactured between 1 January and 1 March 2005, of which we have been asked to raise awareness. Fri, 01 Apr 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0405-incident-involving-cameron-high-pressure-accumulator-follow-up-to-safety-flash-0305-item-7/ Whilst reviewing its test and repair procedures for transponders, a member has reported that a serious flaw was discovered in the pressure relief mechanism in two out of three Kongsberg transponders tested. Wed, 02 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0305-finger-injury-during-loading-operations/ IMCA has received a report of an incident wherein a worker’s finger was crushed. Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0305-injury-while-grinding-without-ppe/ A worker was cutting an aluminium roof using a grinder when the wheel came apart, striking the worker in the face and causing serious injury between his upper lips and nose. Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0305-gas-leak-during-removal-of-temperature-sensor-from-thermowell/ During a recent diver inspection, repair and maintenance programme undertaken by one of our Members, one of the identified tasks was the replacement of a defective temperature sensor mounted in a thermowell (a pressure retaining pocket) on a production tree.  Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0305-diver-injury-from-implosion-of-a-fishing-buoy/ During a recent diver inspection, repair and maintenance programme undertaken by one of our Members, one of the identified tasks was the replacement of a defective temperature sensor mounted in a thermowell (a pressure retaining pocket) on a production tree.  Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0305-floating-ignition-source-drifts-near-to-production-platform/ IMCA has received a report of a very serious threat to the safety of a gas production platform, caused by rafts containing bundles of lit cooking gas tank sets. Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0305-diver-hand-burn-injury-during-underwater-cutting-operation/ A Member has reported an incident where a diver received a burn to his hand while using underwater cutting equipment. The company concerned has advised its employees as follows. Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0305-incident-involving-cameron-high-pressure-accumulator/ IMCA has been passed the attached safety alert (2030 Rev. 1) issued by Cameron, which related to an incident involving a high pressure accumulator. Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0305-fatality-swinging-load-incident/ A Member has reported the following fatality which occurred during movement of drill pipes. Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0305-fire-caused-at-the-stern-of-a-dive-support-vessel-by-flaring-gas-from-a-rig/ A Member has reported an incident where the stern of a diving support vessel suffered fire damage caused by flaring gas from a rig vent. Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0305-uncontrolled-ascent-of-lay-down-head/ A member has reported that a saturation diver in 120m of water, preparing to move a pipeline lay-down head (LDH) using a lift bag, was struck in the back by the uncontrolled ascent of the LDH. Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0305-fatality-grinder-incident/ A member has reported a fatality which occurred during preparation of surfaces for welding. Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0305-near-miss-diver-s-umbilical-severed-by-propeller/ A member has reported a fatality which occurred during preparation of surfaces for welding. Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0305-mrsa-and-appropriate-use-of-antibiotics/ There has been a significant spread of MRSA (the ‘super bug’) in hospitals in recent times and it is possible that it could become a problem in the future for our Members. Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0305-transponder-pressure-relief-system-failure/ Whilst reviewing its test and repair procedures for transponders, a member has reported that a serious flaw was discovered in the pressure relief mechanism in two out of three Kongsberg transponders tested. Tue, 01 Mar 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0205-fatality-fall-from-height/ Further to information provided in information note Firefighting foam on helidecks, we have been provided with the following information arising from a foam sample test onboard a vessel with a helideck. Tue, 01 Feb 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0205-vertical-lay-system-dropped-during-quayside-mobilisation/ A Member has reported a high potential incident (HIPO) which occurred during the recent mobilisation of a vertical lay system (VLS) at the quayside. Tue, 01 Feb 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0205-fire-at-sea/ IMCA has been advised of a fire on a vessel which destroyed a substantial amount of diving equipment. Tue, 01 Feb 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0205-securing-of-loads/ An incident has been reported to IMCA which, although relating to a road incident, provides an important reminder in relation to the securing of loads. Tue, 01 Feb 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0105-correct-specification-of-shackles/ Further to reports of counterfeit shackles appearing in West African and European markets (see Safety Flash 11/04 (Copies of Crosby shackles)), a Member has reported ‘many counterfeit shackles and other lifting components appearing in the supply chain’. Mon, 03 Jan 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0105-helideck-foam-sample/ Further to information provided in information note Firefighting foam on helidecks, we have been provided with the following information arising from a foam sample test onboard a vessel with a helideck. Mon, 03 Jan 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0105-lifting-techniques/ Further to information provided in information note Firefighting foam on helidecks, we have been provided with the following information arising from a foam sample test onboard a vessel with a helideck. Mon, 03 Jan 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0105-driving-policy/ Further to information provided in information note Firefighting foam on helidecks, we have been provided with the following information arising from a foam sample test onboard a vessel with a helideck. Mon, 03 Jan 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0105-dropped-objects-from-scaffolding/ Further to information provided in information note Firefighting foam on helidecks, we have been provided with the following information arising from a foam sample test onboard a vessel with a helideck. Mon, 03 Jan 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0105-dropped-object-during-delivery-of-offshore-container/ Further to information provided in information note Firefighting foam on helidecks, we have been provided with the following information arising from a foam sample test onboard a vessel with a helideck. Mon, 03 Jan 2005 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1104-copies-of-crosby-shackles/ Copies of Crosby shackles Thu, 02 Dec 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1004-uncontrolled-decompression-of-diving-bell/ Uncontrolled decompression of diving bell Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1004-fatality-fall-from-scaffold-openingbreakdown-in-co-ordinationcommunication/ Fatality: Fall from scaffold opening/breakdown in co-ordination/communication Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1004-lightning-strike/ Lightning strike Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1004-head-injury/ Head injury Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1004-loss-of-position-of-dp-dsv/ Loss of position of DP DSV Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0904-possible-choking-incident-diver-s-helmet/ Possible choking incident – diver’s helmet Fri, 01 Oct 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0904-pipe-handling-frame-incident-during-diving-operation/ Pipe handling frame incident during diving operation Fri, 01 Oct 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0904-uncontrolled-decompression-during-gangway-move/ Uncontrolled decompression during gangway move Fri, 01 Oct 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0804-diving-helmets-damage-to-emergency-valve/ Diving helmets – damage to emergency valve Mon, 02 Aug 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0804-disguised-transportable-gas-cylinders/ Disguised transportable gas cylinders Mon, 02 Aug 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0704-exhaust-valve-cage-assembly-blow-out/ Exhaust valve cage assembly blow-out Sun, 01 Aug 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0604-heave-compensation-software-anomaly/ Heave compensation software anomaly Thu, 01 Jul 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0504-remote-pulling-operations-warning/ Remote pulling operations – Warning Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0504-fire-in-switchboard-room/ Fire in switchboard room Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0504-pipe-stacking-incident/ Pipe stacking incident Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0504-shore-leave/ Shore leave Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0504-staphylococcal-infection-in-deep-water-saturation-dive-to-200-metres/ Staphylococcal infection in deep water saturation dive to 200 metres Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0504-near-miss-internal-bell-door/ Near-miss: Internal bell door Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0504-underwater-explosions/ Underwater explosions Tue, 01 Jun 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0404-serious-injury-in-towing-operation/ Serious injury in towing operation Sat, 01 May 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0404-diver-struck-by-lifting-frame-while-installing-concrete-mattresses/ Diver struck by lifting frame while installing concrete mattresses Sat, 01 May 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0404-late-onset-of-decompression-illness-dci/ Late onset of decompression illness (DCI) Sat, 01 May 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0204-near-miss-incident-involving-subsea-headache-ball/ Near-miss incident involving subsea headache ball Mon, 01 Mar 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0204-near-miss-involving-bail-out-bottle-pillar-valve/ Near-miss involving bail-out bottle pillar valve Mon, 01 Mar 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0204-snaking-air-hose/ Snaking air hose Mon, 01 Mar 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/remove-this-or-use-for-another-sf/ Snaking air hose Mon, 01 Mar 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0204-lack-of-access-provided/ Lack of access provided Mon, 01 Mar 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0204-use-of-prescription-medicinesdrugs/ Use of prescription medicines/drugs Mon, 01 Mar 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0204-open-porthole/ Open porthole Mon, 01 Mar 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0204-near-miss-sailing-close-to-a-construction-barge/ Near-miss: Sailing close to a construction barge Mon, 01 Mar 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0104-diver-s-lost-gas-incident/ Diver’s lost gas incident Thu, 01 Jan 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0104-oxygen-near-miss/ Oxygen near-miss Thu, 01 Jan 2004 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1303-faulty-directional-flow-arrow-on-valve/ Faulty directional flow arrow on valve Mon, 01 Dec 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1303-incident-involving-a-mckissick-n419-snatch-block/ Incident involving a McKissick N419 snatch block Mon, 01 Dec 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1303-incorrect-pressure-rated-manifold-fitted-to-diver-s-bail-out/ Incorrect pressure-rated manifold fitted to diver’s bail-out Mon, 01 Dec 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1203-near-miss-involving-diver-s-neck-dam/ Near-miss involving diver’s neck dam Tue, 02 Sep 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1203-regulator-fire/ Regulator fire Tue, 02 Sep 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1103-topic-working-with-tubulars-incident-report/ Topic working with tubulars – Incident report Mon, 01 Sep 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1103-airline-coupling-failure/ Airline coupling failure Mon, 01 Sep 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1103-internal-explosion-within-12v-forklift-battery/ Internal explosion within 12V forklift battery Mon, 01 Sep 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1103-fire-inside-falcom-steamer/ Fire inside Falcom steamer Mon, 01 Sep 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1103-loss-of-mooring-chain-to-fpso/ Loss of mooring chain to FPSO Mon, 01 Sep 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1103-filtration-materials/ Filtration materials Mon, 01 Sep 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1103-follow-up-to-toxic-gas-emission-from-transponder-lithium-batteries/ Follow-up to Toxic gas emission from transponder (lithium batteries) Mon, 01 Sep 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1003-near-miss-modification-of-machinery/ Near-miss: Modification of machinery Sat, 02 Aug 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1003-fatality-fall-from-height-arising-from-a-failure-to-use-personal-protective-equipment/ Fatality: Fall from height arising from a failure to use personal protective equipment Sat, 02 Aug 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1003-diver-fatality-underwater-explosion/ Diver fatality: Underwater explosion Sat, 02 Aug 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1003-incident-involving-a-crane-boom/ Incident involving a crane boom Sat, 02 Aug 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0903-use-of-rags-potential-puncture-wound/ Use of rags: Potential puncture wound Fri, 01 Aug 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0903-working-with-hoses-and-pressure/ Working with hoses and pressure Fri, 01 Aug 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0903-slips-trips-and-falls-resulting-from-loose-cables-and-hoses-on-walkways/ Slips, trips and falls resulting from loose cables and hoses on walkways Fri, 01 Aug 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0903-respiratory-equipment/ Respiratory equipment Fri, 01 Aug 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0903-machine-guarding/ Machine guarding Fri, 01 Aug 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0903-dangers-when-mooring-and-unmooring/ Dangers when mooring and unmooring Fri, 01 Aug 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0903-electrical-safety/ Electrical safety Fri, 01 Aug 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0903-care-using-hand-tools/ Care using hand tools Fri, 01 Aug 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0803-container-door-hinges-failure-container-door-fell-on-deck/ Container door hinges failure: Container door fell on deck Thu, 03 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0803-fatality-pressure-build-up-leading-to-sudden-release-of-mechanical-plug/ Fatality: Pressure build-up leading to sudden release of mechanical plug Thu, 03 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0803-attempted-service-to-microwave-results-in-fatal-electrocution/ Attempted service to microwave results in fatal electrocution Thu, 03 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0803-cracked-fuel-line-results-in-an-engine-fire/ Cracked fuel line results in an engine fire Thu, 03 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0803-exposure-to-co2-release-from-dry-ice-storage/ Exposure to CO₂ release from dry ice storage Thu, 03 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0803-lifeboat-davit-sheave-incident/ Lifeboat davit sheave incident Thu, 03 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0703-webbing-strop-failure-during-transponder-recovery/ Webbing strop failure during transponder recovery Wed, 02 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0703-defective-hammer-shaft/ Defective hammer shaft Wed, 02 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0703-fatality-fall-from-suspended-work-platform/ Fatality: Fall from suspended work platform Wed, 02 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0703-fire-incidents/ Fire incidents Wed, 02 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0603-tagline-incident/ Tagline incident Tue, 01 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0603-inflatable-lifejackets-fail-to-inflate/ Inflatable lifejackets fail to inflate Tue, 01 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0603-sars/ SARS Tue, 01 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0603-positioning-of-emergency-positioning-indicating-radio-beacon/ Positioning of emergency positioning indicating radio beacon Tue, 01 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0603-mugging-and-robbery/ Mugging and robbery Tue, 01 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0603-fatality-injury-from-an-air-hose/ Fatality: Injury from an air hose Tue, 01 Jul 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0503-fall-hazards-associated-with-temporary-deck-openings/ Fall hazards associated with temporary deck openings Sun, 01 Jun 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0503-fatality-during-cable-pulling-operations/ Fatality during cable-pulling operations Sun, 01 Jun 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0503-jet-pump-incidents/ Jet pump incidents Sun, 01 Jun 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0503-thumb-cut-removal-of-guardingsafety-observation/ Thumb cut – Removal of guarding/safety observation Sun, 01 Jun 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0503-trapping-incident-related-to-mooring-system/ Trapping incident related to mooring system Sun, 01 Jun 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0503-potential-for-fire-from-misuse-of-a-coffee-thermos/ Potential for fire from misuse of a coffee thermos Sun, 01 Jun 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0503-robbery-at-gunpoint/ Robbery at gunpoint Sun, 01 Jun 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0503-incident-during-winch-to-winch-wire-transfer-operations/ Incident during winch-to-winch wire transfer operations Sun, 01 Jun 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0503-slip-on-stairs/ Slip on stairs Sun, 01 Jun 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0403-diving-fatality/ Diving fatality Thu, 01 May 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0303-security-of-shipping-in-the-mediterranean-and-middle-east/ Security of shipping in the Mediterranean and Middle East Tue, 01 Apr 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0303-incident-during-core-drilling-operation/ Incident during core drilling operation Tue, 01 Apr 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0303-near-miss-involving-oxy-acetylene-cutting-of-plate/ Near-miss involving oxy-acetylene cutting of plate Tue, 01 Apr 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0303-fatality-fall-from-rig-of-a-container/ Fatality: Fall from rig of a container Tue, 01 Apr 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0303-fatality-during-diving-operation/ Fatality during diving operation Tue, 01 Apr 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0303-serious-crane-incident/ Serious crane incident Tue, 01 Apr 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0303-fatality-trapping-in-machinery/ Fatality: Trapping in machinery Tue, 01 Apr 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0303-incidents-submitted-to-imo-relating-to-vessels-carrying-smcs/ Incidents submitted to IMO relating to vessels carrying SMCs Tue, 01 Apr 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0303-fatality-and-serious-injuries-during-heavy-lift-operation/ Fatality and serious injuries during heavy lift operation Tue, 01 Apr 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0203-incidents-involving-accommodation-ladders/ Incidents involving accommodation ladders Sat, 01 Feb 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0203-incident-during-lift-bag-operations/ Incident during lift bag operations Sat, 01 Feb 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0203-fatality-results-from-failure-of-ship-s-mooring-fittings-and-supporting-structure/ Fatality results from failure of ship’s mooring fittings and supporting structure Sat, 01 Feb 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0203-fatality-results-from-incorrect-handling-of-equipment/ Fatality results from incorrect handling of equipment Sat, 01 Feb 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0203-fatality-and-serious-injuries-during-heavy-lift-operation/ Fatality and serious injuries during heavy lift operation Sat, 01 Feb 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0203-penetration-injury-to-eye-during-blending-repair-weld/ Penetration injury to eye during blending repair weld Sat, 01 Feb 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0203-injury-involving-contact-with-a-vehicle-battery/ Injury involving contact with a vehicle battery Sat, 01 Feb 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0103-follow-up-to-toxic-gas-emission-from-transponder-lithium-batteries/ Follow-up to Toxic gas emission from transponder (lithium batteries) Wed, 01 Jan 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0103-near-miss-involving-winch-failure/ Near-miss involving winch failure Wed, 01 Jan 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0103-punctured-aerosol-results-in-chemical-burns/ Punctured aerosol results in chemical burns Wed, 01 Jan 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0103-fatality-during-helicopter-escape-training/ Fatality during helicopter escape training Wed, 01 Jan 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0103-engine-start-air-fitting-incident/ Engine start air fitting incident Wed, 01 Jan 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0103-wind-sensors-showing-incorrect-readings/ Wind sensors showing incorrect readings Wed, 01 Jan 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0103-diving-fatality/ Diving fatality Wed, 01 Jan 2003 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1813-fatality-during-lifting-operations-2002/ IMCA has been advised of the following fatality, which occurred on the pipe deck of an offshore platform. Mon, 02 Dec 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1102-failure-during-lift-bag-operations/ Failure during lift bag operations Sun, 01 Dec 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1102-fatality-during-lifting-operations/ Fatality during lifting operations Sun, 01 Dec 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1102-filter-failure-in-diver-gas-reclaims-boosters/ Filter failure in diver gas reclaims boosters Sun, 01 Dec 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1102-epirb-antenna-failures/ EPIRB antenna failures Sun, 01 Dec 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1102-saturn-engine-safety-notice/ Saturn engine safety notice Sun, 01 Dec 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1002-pipe-stacking-fatality/ Pipe stacking fatality Tue, 01 Oct 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1002-dangers-from-insecure-crane-loads/ Dangers from insecure crane loads Tue, 01 Oct 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1002-securing-of-office-equipment-on-vessels/ Securing of office equipment on vessels Tue, 01 Oct 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1002-near-miss-broken-high-pressure-oxygen-fitting/ Near-miss: Broken high pressure oxygen fitting Tue, 01 Oct 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0902-failure-of-bail-out-regulator/ Failure of bail-out regulator Sun, 01 Sep 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0902-loss-of-a-vessel/ Loss of a vessel Sun, 01 Sep 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0802-update-on-dsi-air-helmets-leakage-of-water-into-regulator/ Update on ‘DSI Air Helmets – Leakage of Water into Regulator’ Thu, 04 Jul 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0702-power-management-system-dynamic-positioning-dp-incident/ Power management system dynamic positioning (DP) incident Wed, 03 Jul 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0602-dynamic-positioning-dp-vessel-blackout/ Dynamic positioning (DP) vessel blackout Tue, 02 Jul 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0502-failure-of-lifeboat-lowering-mechanism/ Failure of lifeboat lowering mechanism Mon, 01 Jul 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0502-warning-signs-not-respected/ Warning signs not respected Mon, 01 Jul 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0502-faulty-bevel-machine-trolley/ Faulty bevel machine trolley Mon, 01 Jul 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0502-lifting-operation-incident/ Lifting operation incident Mon, 01 Jul 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0502-corrosion-pitting-on-bailout-cylinder/ Corrosion pitting on bailout cylinder Mon, 01 Jul 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0502-toxic-gas-emission-from-transponder/ Toxic gas emission from transponder Mon, 01 Jul 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0402-dsi-air-helmets-leakage-of-water-into-regulator/ DSI air helmets – Leakage of water into regulator Sat, 01 Jun 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0302-guidewire-anchor-failure/ Guidewire anchor failure Mon, 01 Apr 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0302-caution-advised-on-cellphone-use-due-to-ignition-fears/ Caution advised on cellphone use due to ignition fears Mon, 01 Apr 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0302-explosion-of-hose-ball-valve-assembly/ Explosion of hose-ball valve assembly Mon, 01 Apr 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0302-improper-use-of-lifting-equipment/ Improper use of lifting equipment Mon, 01 Apr 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0202-helideck-operations/ Helideck Operations Fri, 15 Feb 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0202-incorrectly-supplied-diving-equipment/ Incorrectly supplied diving equipment Fri, 01 Feb 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0202-near-miss-incident-involving-insecure-load/ Near-miss incident involving insecure load Fri, 01 Feb 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0102-aluminium-fresh-water-tanks-near-collapse-due-to-serious-corrosion/ Aluminium fresh water tanks: Near collapse due to serious corrosion Tue, 01 Jan 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0102-lacerated-wound-and-fracture-of-the-knee/ Lacerated wound and fracture of the knee Tue, 01 Jan 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0102-dangers-of-battery-charging/ Dangers of battery charging Tue, 01 Jan 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0102-drugs-tampering/ Drugs tampering Tue, 01 Jan 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0102-ikaros-mob-mkii-smokelight-units-model-345105/ Ikaros MOB MkII smoke/light units (model 345105) Tue, 01 Jan 2002 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1301-retrieval-of-buoys/ Retrieval of buoys Thu, 01 Nov 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1301-electrical-fire-in-engine-room/ Electrical fire in engine room Thu, 01 Nov 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1301-fatality-during-maintenance-of-elevator-lift/ Fatality during maintenance of elevator lift Thu, 01 Nov 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1301-need-for-supplied-air-in-the-vicinity-of-man-way-during-nitrogen-purge/ Need for supplied air in the vicinity of man way during nitrogen purge Thu, 01 Nov 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1301-grit-hose-parting-near-miss-incident/ Grit hose parting: Near-miss incident Thu, 01 Nov 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1301-improper-slinging-of-cargo/ Improper slinging of cargo Thu, 01 Nov 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1301-exploding-light-and-smoke-marker/ Exploding light and smoke marker Thu, 01 Nov 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1301-fatality-involving-offshore-drilling-pipe-rack-flingers/ Fatality involving offshore drilling pipe rack flingers Thu, 01 Nov 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1301-winch-incident/ Winch incident Thu, 01 Nov 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1301-msa-surety-sure-stop-shock-absorbers/ MSA Surety Sure-Stop™ shock absorbers Thu, 01 Nov 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1201-dropped-object-risk/ Dropped object risk Tue, 02 Oct 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1201-negative-pressure-injury-to-a-diver/ Negative pressure injury to a diver Tue, 02 Oct 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1201-serious-incident-while-checking-man-overboard-and-buoy-smoke-marker/ Serious incident while checking man-overboard and buoy smoke marker Tue, 02 Oct 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1201-incident-as-a-result-of-failure-of-a-bollard/ Incident as a result of failure of a bollard Tue, 02 Oct 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1201-failure-of-cable-socks-chinese-fingers-on-subsea-rigging/ Failure of cable socks (Chinese fingers) on subsea rigging Tue, 02 Oct 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1201-medical-device-recall-defibrillator/ Medical device recall – defibrillator Tue, 02 Oct 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1101-dead-man-anchor-supplied-unfit-for-purpose/ Dead man anchor supplied unfit for purpose Mon, 01 Oct 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1101-vessel-and-port-security/ Vessel and port security Mon, 01 Oct 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1101-near-miss-incident-lowering-concrete-mattress/ Near-miss incident lowering concrete mattress Mon, 01 Oct 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1101-insecure-crane-lighting/ Insecure crane lighting Mon, 01 Oct 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1101-reaction-brackets-on-the-divex-sls-system-backpack/ Reaction brackets on the Divex SLS system backpack Mon, 01 Oct 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1101-failure-of-rov-lift-umbilical-winch-brake-update/ Failure of ROV lift umbilical winch brake – Update Mon, 01 Oct 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/1001-fire-extinguishers-potential-missingbroken-dip-tubes-on-hyfex-models/ Fire extinguishers – Potential missing/broken dip tubes on Hyfex models Sat, 01 Sep 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0901-failure-of-rov-lift-umbilical-winch-brake-update/ Failure of ROV lift umbilical winch brake – Update Thu, 02 Aug 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0901-hazard-potential-from-equipment-using-enclosed-rechargeable-batteries/ Hazard potential from equipment using enclosed rechargeable batteries Thu, 02 Aug 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0901-rov-winch-failure/ ROV winch failure Thu, 02 Aug 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0901-failure-of-plastic-floatation-buoy/ Failure of plastic floatation buoy Thu, 02 Aug 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0801-failure-of-rov-lift-umbilical-winch-brake/ Failure of ROV lift umbilical winch brake Wed, 01 Aug 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0801-failure-of-winch-brake-on-air-diving-bell-system/ Failure of winch brake on air diving bell system Wed, 01 Aug 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0801-incident-involving-oxy-acetylene-cutting/ Incident involving oxy-acetylene cutting Wed, 01 Aug 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0701-failure-of-a-shackle/ Failure of a shackle Sun, 01 Jul 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0701-dangerous-occurrence-involving-a-mobile-crane/ Dangerous occurrence involving a mobile crane Sun, 01 Jul 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0701-explosion-caused-by-ignition-of-paint-vapour/ Explosion caused by ignition of paint vapour Sun, 01 Jul 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0701-grinding-stone-incident/ Grinding stone incident Sun, 01 Jul 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0701-oxy-arc-cutting/ Oxy-arc cutting Sun, 01 Jul 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0701-checking-of-safety-helmets/ Checking of safety helmets Sun, 01 Jul 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0601-corrosion-of-band-securing-screw-on-diver-band-mask/ Corrosion of band securing screw on diver band mask Mon, 02 Apr 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0601-fast-rescue-boats-zodiac/ Fast rescue boats (Zodiac) Mon, 02 Apr 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0601-use-of-hand-held-disc-grinders/ Use of hand-held disc grinders Mon, 02 Apr 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0601-fork-lift-truck-operation/ Fork lift truck operation Mon, 02 Apr 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0501-accidents-when-using-power-operated-watertight-doors/ Accidents when using power-operated watertight doors Sun, 01 Apr 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0401-bail-out-whip-failures/ Bail-out whip failures Fri, 02 Mar 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0301-rov-personnel-injury/ ROV personnel injury Thu, 01 Mar 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0301-crane-incident/ Crane incident Thu, 01 Mar 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0301-emergency-release-of-anchor-winches-by-means-of-stored-energy/ Emergency release of anchor winches by means of stored energy Thu, 01 Mar 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0301-leg-injuries-knee-injury-ankle-injury-1-ankle-injury-2/ Leg injuries: knee injury, ankle injury (1), Ankle injury (2) Thu, 01 Mar 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0301-workshop-finger-injury/ Workshop finger injury Thu, 01 Mar 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0301-failure-of-bulk-loading-bag/ Failure of bulk loading bag Thu, 01 Mar 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0301-battery-failure-on-lifejacket-light/ Battery failure on lifejacket light Thu, 01 Mar 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0201-fall-from-height/ One of our Members has reported a fatal accident that has recently occurred on board one of their vessels.  Thu, 01 Feb 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0201-overloading-of-survival-craft/ Overloading of survival craft Thu, 01 Feb 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0201-recall-of-divex-lp-helmet-bail-out-whips-and-interstage-hoses/ Recall of Divex LP helmet bail-out whips and interstage hoses Thu, 01 Feb 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0101-diving-fatality/ Diving fatality Mon, 01 Jan 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0101-sea-fastening/ Sea fastening Mon, 01 Jan 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0101-fatal-accident-involving-a-horizontal-watertight-sliding-door/ Fatal accident involving a horizontal watertight sliding door Mon, 01 Jan 2001 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0800-dangerous-transformers/ Dangerous transformers Sat, 02 Dec 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0800-incompatible-threads-on-the-bell-onboard-gas-bottles/ Incompatible threads on the bell onboard gas bottles Sat, 02 Dec 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0700-anchor-handling-on-deck/ Anchor handling on deck Fri, 01 Dec 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0700-flat-woven-webbing-slings-made-from-man-made-fibre/ Flat woven webbing slings made from man-made fibre Fri, 01 Dec 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0700-new-concern-related-to-divex-lp-hoses/ New concern related to Divex LP hoses Fri, 01 Dec 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0600-transponderbeacon-explosion/ Transponder/beacon explosion Sun, 01 Oct 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0600-personnel-lifting-system-fatality/ Personnel lifting system fatality Sun, 01 Oct 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0600-serious-fire-extinguisher-alert/ Serious fire extinguisher alert Sun, 01 Oct 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0600-hydraulic-injury-to-hand/ Hydraulic injury to hand Sun, 01 Oct 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0500-confined-space-incident/ Confined space incident Fri, 01 Sep 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0500-termination-of-elastic-shock-cords/ Termination of elastic shock cords Fri, 01 Sep 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0500-near-miss-with-cherry-picker-wire/ Near-miss with cherry picker wire Fri, 01 Sep 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0500-information-on-material-change-to-sl-17-yoke/ Information on material change to SL-17 Yoke Fri, 01 Sep 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0400-gas-transfer-during-project-mobilisation/ Gas transfer during project mobilisation Sun, 02 Jul 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0400-incident-during-restart-of-a-compressor/ Incident during restart of a compressor Sun, 02 Jul 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0400-gas-transfer-during-demobilisation/ Gas transfer during demobilisation Sun, 02 Jul 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0300-recall-notice-divex-lp-hoses/ Recall notice: Divex LP hoses Sat, 01 Jul 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0300-transport-of-weldingburning-gas/ Transport of welding/burning gas Sat, 01 Jul 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0300-parting-of-a-crane-lift-wire/ Parting of a crane lift wire Sat, 01 Jul 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0300-fast-rescue-craft-incident/ Fast rescue craft incident Sat, 01 Jul 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0300-winching-equipment/ Winching equipment Sat, 01 Jul 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0300-gas-cylinder-valves-potential-failures/ Gas cylinder valves – potential failures Sat, 01 Jul 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0300-rigging-incident/ Rigging incident Sat, 01 Jul 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0300-incident-on-a-diving-support-vessel-during-heliox-gas-transfer/ Incident on a diving support vessel during heliox gas transfer Sat, 01 Jul 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0200-emergency-communications-system-incident/ Emergency communications system incident Sat, 01 Apr 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0200-interspiro-diving-mask/ Interspiro diving mask Sat, 01 Apr 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0200-electrical-flash-burns/ Electrical flash burns Sat, 01 Apr 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0200-damage-to-main-hoist-rope-on-liebherr-10801-crane/ Damage to main hoist rope on Liebheur 1080/1 crane Sat, 01 Apr 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0100-diving-helmet-locking-collars/ Diving helmet locking collars Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0100-metrex-m3610-multimeter-incident/ Metrex M3610 multimeter incident Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0100-thruster-feedback-incident/ Thruster feedback incident Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0100-lifeboat-winch-failure/ Lifeboat winch failure Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0100-microwaving-water/ Microwaving water Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0100-swivel-ring-flange-failures/ Swivel ring flange failures Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0100-commissioning-and-verification-of-newly-installed-modified-diving-system-equipment/ Commissioning and verification of newly installed modified diving system equipment Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0200-grinding-disc-failures/ Grinding disc failures Sat, 01 Jan 2000 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0799-hydraulic-hand-pump-enerpac-hose-failure/ Hydraulic hand pump (Enerpac) hose failure Wed, 01 Dec 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0799-condition-of-container-doors/ Condition of container doors Wed, 01 Dec 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0799-crane-accidents/ Crane accidents Wed, 01 Dec 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0799-crane-whip-line-incident/ Crane whip line incident Wed, 01 Dec 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0799-forged-diving-certificates/ Forged diving certificates Wed, 01 Dec 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0699-sopep-oil-booms/ SOPEP oil booms Mon, 01 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0699-automatic-control-navigation-problem/ Automatic control – navigation problem Mon, 01 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0699-failure-of-a-bsp-cap-under-pressure-on-well-service-work/ Failure of a ½” BSP cap under pressure on well service work Mon, 01 Nov 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0599-transponder-explosion/ Transponder explosion Sun, 01 Aug 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0599-lifeboat-drop-test/ Lifeboat drop test Sun, 01 Aug 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0499-offshore-telescopic-gangway/ Offshore telescopic gangway Thu, 01 Jul 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0499-potentially-defective-ball-valves/ Potentially defective ball valves Thu, 01 Jul 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0499-joystick-controls/ Joystick controls Thu, 01 Jul 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0399-plough-recovery-incident/ Plough recovery incident Sat, 01 May 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0399-regen-plumbing-incident/ Regen plumbing incident Sat, 01 May 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0399-eureka-wire-locks/ Eureka wire locks Sat, 01 May 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0399-loose-bolts-on-turbine-engine-exhaust-stack/ Loose bolts on turbine engine exhaust stack Sat, 01 May 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0199-subsea-lifting-and-dropped-loads/ Subsea lifting and dropped loads Fri, 01 Jan 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0199-structural-failure-of-a-transponder-housing/ Structural failure of a transponder housing Fri, 01 Jan 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0199-underwater-rigging-failure/ Underwater rigging failure Fri, 01 Jan 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0299-video-lifeboat-on-load-release-gear/ Video – Lifeboat on-load release gear Fri, 01 Jan 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0299-lifeboat-safety-guidelines/ Lifeboat safety guidelines Fri, 01 Jan 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0299-lifeboat-brake-release-failure/ Lifeboat brake release failure Fri, 01 Jan 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0299-lifeboat-incident-as-a-result-of-a-suspension-chain-failure/ Lifeboat incident as a result of a suspension chain failure Fri, 01 Jan 1999 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0398-crane-wire-failure/ A member has alerted IMCA of a failure of a crane wire during the recovery of an ROV. Fri, 01 May 1998 00:00:00 +0000 https://www.imca-int.com/resources/safety/safety-flashes/0397-anchor-handling-incident/ An incident occurred on a vessel which was conducting an anchor handling operation. Thu, 01 May 1997 00:00:00 +0000