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Strengthening Onboard Security and Safety Protocols: Lessons from Recent Haldia Port Casualty
Strengthening Onboard Security and Safety Protocols
1. Incident Summary
On 04.10.2023, a person boarded the vessel, KAVO ALKYON, at Haldia coal jetty. Despite being denied access, he took shelter under an open hatch cover during rain. The hatch cover was subsequently closed, resulting in a fatality.
2. Root Causes & Recommendations
Root causes included insufficient manpower, lack of basic seamanship, non-compliance with SMS procedures, and poor illumination. Recommendations include constant gangway monitoring, adequate deck personnel, strict adherence to safety procedures, proper illumination, port access control, and seafarer education.
- Gangway Monitoring: Always manned, lifted during dark hours
- Personnel: Adequate number on deck
- Procedures: Strict adherence to SMS manual
- Illumination: Proper lighting under hatch covers
- Port Access: Control entry during odd hours
- Education: Comprehensive security training for seafarers
This Marine Notice reminds ship owners, operators, masters, crews, recognized organizations, and port authorities of the inherent dangers posed by enclosed spaces onboard and the need for adequate training for shore personnel engaged on board by port stevedores.
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