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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.
IMCA SF 02/26
22 January 2026
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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.
IMCA SF 02/26
22 January 2026
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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.
IMCA SF 02/26
22 January 2026
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Mechanic got burns due to fire in portable generator
During refuelling, petrol (gasoline) spilled around generator and ignited.
IMCA SF 02/26
22 January 2026
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Some positive findings and good practices
Collection of some positive findings and good practices.
IMCA SF 02/26
22 January 2026
