The bulk carrier was alongside, waiting to prepare for drydocking. For cargo operations, the vessel was fitted with cranes that were more than 4 metres tall and had grabs weighing 10 tonnes.

During the daily safety meeting the superintendent informed the crew that four grabs were to be taken ashore. The Chief Officer had carried out a risk assessment of the operation and was monitoring the operation on the vessel. The plan was to land the grabs in the open position onto a trailer on the quay.

An AB was operating the crane that was to be used to lift the grabs. On the quay were two cadets, the Third Officer, two ABs and the vessel’s superintendent. The Chief Officer had instructed the two cadets to help only if specifically needed. The ABs were instructed to remove the wires when the grab was safely secured on the trailer.

For more Loss Prevention information, please contact:

Joakim Enström, Loss Prevention Officer

E-mail: joakim.enstrom@swedishclub.com

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Each month the Club’s Loss Prevention team issues a new safety scenario to assist members in their efforts to comply with international safety regulations and follow best practices.