Safety Flash
Dropped object hazard: access hatch to the communication dome
Dropped object hazard: access hatch to the communication dome
- IMCA
- Safety Flash
- IMCA SF 11/25
- Dropped ObjectsInspection and Maintenance
- Dropped objectsMechanical failure
- Inspection and maintenance
- Operating and work proceduresPositive retention and reliable securingPreventive maintenance
- Marine industry
Summary
A scheduled mast inspection identified a detached communication-dome hatch. Its primary securing mechanism had failed, while an undersized secondary lanyard used adhesive pads that detached. The flash recommends mechanically fixed, appropriately rated secondary retention, anti-loosening measures, planned maintenance and procedural double checks after work.
Classifications: Dropped objects; falling objects; DROPS.
Classifications: Mechanical failure; equipment failure.
Classifications: Inspection and maintenance; asset inspection; equipment maintenance.
Classifications: Operating and work procedures.
Classifications: Positive retention and reliable securing.
Classifications: Preventive maintenance; preventative maintenance; planned maintenance.
Classifications: Marine industry; shipping industry; maritime sector.
Summary
During a routine scheduled safety inspection of the main mast, it was discovered that the access hatch to one of the communication domes had fallen off.
IMCA SF 11/25. Themes: dropped objects, inspection and maintenance.