Investigation Report
Catastrophic engine failure resulting in a fire on crew transfer vessel Windcat 8
Catastrophic engine failure resulting in a fire on crew transfer vessel Windcat 8
- MAIB
- Investigation Report
- Hot Work and FireMachinery and EquipmentMarine Operations
- FireMechanical failure
- Marine operations
- Rotating machinery
- Competence and trainingEvacuation, escape and rescueFire protectionOperating and work procedures
- Marine industryOffshore wind
- Vessel
Summary
Investigates Windcat 8’s engine failure and fire off Lincolnshire. A connecting rod bearing failed, releasing the assembly through the crankcase and igniting oil vapour. Analysis examines engine loading, the response to an unexplained oil temperature alarm, passenger evacuation and ineffective aerosol suppression caused by open vents, with recommendations for crew training.
Classifications: Fire; fire safety.
Classifications: Mechanical failure; equipment failure.
Classifications: Marine operations; maritime operations.
Classifications: Rotating machinery; rotating equipment.
Classifications: Competence and training; competency assurance; safety training.
Classifications: Evacuation, escape and rescue; EER; escape and rescue.
Classifications: Fire protection; fire suppression; fire detection.
Classifications: Operating and work procedures.
Classifications: Marine industry; shipping industry; maritime sector.
Classifications: Offshore wind; offshore wind energy.
Classifications: Vessel; aboard ship; onboard vessel.
Themes: hot work and fire, machinery and equipment, marine operations.