Safety Flash
Wrapped cargo slipped during loading and fell
Wrapped cargo slipped during loading and fell
- IMCA
- Safety Flash
- IMCA SF 05/20
- Control of WorkLifting OperationsLine of Fire
- Dropped objects
- Lifting operationsRigging
- Lifting accessories
- Operating and work proceduresOperational supervisionRisk assessmentStop-work authority
Summary
A wrapped hot air duct weighing over six tonnes slipped during loading after incorrect centre-of-gravity and lifting-point markings were used. One side struck the deck while still suspended; nobody was injured. The flash discusses loose saddles, inadequate friction, unclear responsibility and an overridden STOP call, with actions on procedures and stop-work authority.
Classifications: Dropped objects; falling objects; DROPS.
Classifications: Lifting operations; load lifting; hoisting.
Classifications: Rigging; slinging.
Classifications: Lifting accessories; lifting gear; rigging gear.
Classifications: Operating and work procedures.
Classifications: Operational supervision.
Classifications: Risk assessment; hazard assessment.
Classifications: Stop-work authority; stop work; stop-work intervention.
Summary
Cargo slipped during loading after incorrect centre-of-gravity markings caused the lifting sling to move.
IMCA SF 05/20. Themes: control of work, lifting operations, line of fire.