Investigation Report

Collision between general cargo vessel Daroja and oil bunker barge Erin Wood

MAIBMarine Accident Investigation Branch

Collision between general cargo vessel Daroja and oil bunker barge Erin Wood

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Summary

Investigation of the collision between Daroja and Erin Wood south-east of Peterhead on 29 August 2015. It examines absent lookouts, lone watchkeeping, unused navigational aids, crew competence and safety-management shortcomings. Collision damage and open weathertight doors caused flooding; the report also analyses emergency pumping, fuel leakage and regulatory oversight.

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About This Record
Publisher
Marine Accident Investigation Branch
Type
Investigation Report
Date
22 December 2016
Topic
Human Factors, Hydrocarbon Release, Leadership and Safety Culture, Vessel Collision, Vessel Flooding and Foundering
Activity
Navigation
Equipment
Navigation and Positioning Equipment, Pumps
Control
Competence and Training, Flood Containment and Watertight Integrity, Operating and Work Procedures, Operational Supervision
Sector
Marine Industry
Setting
Marine Waters, Vessel
Link
Checked , working
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