Safety Flash
Dropped object near-miss: Antenna parts worked loose and fell to deck
Dropped object near-miss: Antenna parts worked loose and fell to deck
- IMCA
- Safety Flash
- IMCA SF 10/15
- Dropped ObjectsInspection and MaintenanceWorking at Height
- Dropped objectsMechanical failure
- Inspection and maintenanceWorking at height
- Positive retention and reliable securingPreventive maintenanceSafety communication
- Marine industry
- Vessel
Summary
A vessel near miss involved part of a single sideband antenna falling from its mast during bad weather, without injury. An incompletely screwed threaded connection loosened as the antenna moved in high winds. Actions included replacement, improved securing, equipment checks and crew discussion of hazards above the bridge.
Classifications: Dropped objects; falling objects; DROPS.
Classifications: Mechanical failure; equipment failure.
Classifications: Inspection and maintenance; asset inspection; equipment maintenance.
Classifications: Working at height; work at height.
Classifications: Positive retention and reliable securing.
Classifications: Preventive maintenance; preventative maintenance; planned maintenance.
Classifications: Safety communication; toolbox talk; toolbox talks.
Classifications: Marine industry; shipping industry; maritime sector.
Classifications: Vessel; aboard ship; onboard vessel.
Summary
Wind caused inadequately secured antenna components to detach from above the bridge and fall onto the deck.
IMCA SF 10/15. Themes: dropped objects, inspection and maintenance, working at height.