Investigation Report
Capsize and sinking of beam trawler Sally Jane
Capsize and sinking of beam trawler Sally Jane
- MAIB
- Investigation Report
- Vessel and Mooring
- Cold stressLoss of vessel stabilityVessel flooding and foundering
- Fishing operations
- Winch
- Competence and trainingEvacuation, escape and rescueFlood containment and watertight integrityOperating and work procedures
- Commercial fishing
- Vessel
Summary
Investigation of Sally Jane’s capsize and sinking in Christchurch Bay while beam trawling. Probable unequal net loading and derrick geometry contributed to stability loss; unsecured hatches accelerated flooding. The report examines stability information, winch operation, liferaft escape and beacon failure. Both crew members survived with mild hypothermia; no recommendations were issued.
Classifications: Cold stress; hypothermia.
Classifications: Loss of vessel stability; capsize; vessel stability.
Classifications: Vessel flooding and foundering; water ingress.
Classifications: Fishing operations.
Classifications: Winch; winches.
Classifications: Competence and training; competency assurance; safety training.
Classifications: Evacuation, escape and rescue; EER; escape and rescue.
Classifications: Flood containment and watertight integrity.
Classifications: Operating and work procedures.
Classifications: Commercial fishing.
Classifications: Vessel; aboard ship; onboard vessel.
Themes: vessel and mooring.