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Battery power bank explodes in cabin
On a vessel, a power bank exploded and caught fire at night whilst it was being charged.
IMCA SF 05/26
17 March 2026
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Failure of A-frame fold-down platform
An A-frame fold-down platform failed leaving a crew member suspended by their safety harness.
IMCA SF 05/26
17 March 2026
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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.
IMCA SF 05/26
17 March 2026
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Unsafe handling of gas cylinders
A vessel’s Chief Mate noticed unsafe positioning of compressed gas cylinders on the quayside.
IMCA SF 05/26
17 March 2026
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MSF: Unsecured bulk hose near miss
A stored bulk hose moved in an unplanned way and almost struck a crew member.
IMCA SF 05/26
17 March 2026
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