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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
IMCA SF 21/25
17 November 2025
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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.
IMCA SF 21/25
17 November 2025
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Bunker hose obstructing emergency exit
A bunker hose was discovered routed in a way that partially obstructed the stern emergency exit hatch.
IMCA SF 20/25
7 November 2025
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ATSB: Undocumented modification contributed to steam burns
An unplanned pressure release resulted in burn injuries to three crew members.
IMCA SF 20/25
7 November 2025
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Smoke in the battery room
Smoke was observed in the battery room of a vessel alongside.
IMCA SF 20/25
7 November 2025
