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Case of missing AB from a Dredger.
Applicable to:
All Indian seafarers, ship owners, and companies
Effective Date:
06.05.2013
Superseded Circulars:
None
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Incident Summary
An Able Bodied Seafarer (AB) was reported missing from a dredger on 05.01.2013 at 2330 hrs. The AB was later found dead due to drowning.
2. Sequence of Events
The AB was last seen on the main deck aft, near the shackle store at 2210 hrs. He was expected to go to the accommodation area for cleaning duties. A search was carried out, and the man overboard signal was sounded at 2336 hrs.
3. Probable Cause
The AB most probably fell into the water inadvertently while on deck and drowned.
4. Lessons Learned
- Crew Awareness: Hazards of moving carelessly on open decks should be highlighted to crew members at regular intervals.
- Risk Assessment: Ship owners/managers/operators should carry out risk assessments to identify potential hazards that could cause crew members to fall overboard.
II/4 Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS) Convention
Important Note
All seafarers are advised to exercise caution while moving on open decks and report any potential hazards to the senior staff.
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