Investigation Report
Console detachment from rigid inflatable boat Partner 1
Console detachment from rigid inflatable boat Partner 1
- MAIB
- Investigation Report
- Unknown
- Machinery and EquipmentMarine Operations
- DrowningMechanical failureRegulation and legislationStructural and asset integrity
- Inspection and maintenanceNavigation
- Operator displays and control interfaces
- Operating and work proceduresPositive retention and reliable securing
- Marine industry
- Vessel
Summary
During powerboat training on Partner 1, the combined seat and steering console detached, throwing the instructor overboard without injury. The investigation identified inadequate screw penetration, departures from installation guidance and deficient pre-delivery inspection. It also examined manufacturer quality management and Recreational Craft Directive compliance, including premature attachment of CE-marked builder’s plates.
Classifications: Drowning; man overboard; person overboard.
Classifications: Mechanical failure; equipment failure.
Classifications: Regulation and legislation; safety legislation; regulatory requirements.
Classifications: Structural and asset integrity; asset integrity; structural integrity.
Classifications: Inspection and maintenance; asset inspection; equipment maintenance.
Classifications: Navigation; vessel navigation; passage planning.
Classifications: Operator displays and control interfaces.
Classifications: Operating and work procedures.
Classifications: Positive retention and reliable securing.
Classifications: Marine industry; shipping industry; maritime sector.
Classifications: Vessel; aboard ship; onboard vessel.
Themes: machinery and equipment, marine operations.