Safety Flash
Lost time injury (LTI) caused by inadvertent activation of expired line throwing device
Lost time injury (LTI) caused by inadvertent activation of expired line throwing device
- IMCA
- Safety Flash
- IMCA SF 13/12
- Competence and TrainingControl of WorkExplosionInspection and Maintenance
- ExplosionLine of fire
- Competence and trainingControl of workOperating and work proceduresSafety communication
- Marine industry
Summary
A crewman suffered a deep cut to his left leg when a rocket-assisted line-throwing device activated after being dropped during rope retrieval. The flash identifies missing inventory control, safety pin and markings, and recommends controlled pyrotechnic storage, trained users, intended use, disposal procedures and improved stock management.
Classifications: Explosion; explosive atmospheres.
Classifications: Line of fire; struck-by hazards.
Classifications: Competence and training; competency assurance; safety training.
Classifications: Control of work; work control.
Classifications: Operating and work procedures.
Classifications: Safety communication; toolbox talk; toolbox talks.
Classifications: Marine industry; shipping industry; maritime sector.
Summary
An expired line-throwing device was accidentally activated while its rope was being retrieved, causing a deep leg cut.
IMCA SF 13/12. Themes: competence and training, control of work, explosion, inspection and maintenance.