Investigation Report
Grounding of live fish carrier Aqua-Boy
Grounding of live fish carrier Aqua-Boy
- MAIB
- Investigation Report
- Unknown
- Marine Operations
- FatigueVessel grounding
- NavigationTowing
- Alarm managementEmergency responseFatigue management
- Marine industry
- Vessel
Summary
Investigation synopsis of Aqua-boy’s grounding in the Sound of Mull after her fatigued master fell asleep on watch. It identifies insufficient rest, a disabled watch alarm, absence of a lookout and inadequate manning. Unsuccessful towing attempts preceded refloating on the rising tide; owners were recommended to provide formal instruction concerning rest requirements.
Classifications: Fatigue; worker fatigue; alertness impairment.
Classifications: Vessel grounding.
Classifications: Navigation; vessel navigation; passage planning.
Classifications: Towing; towage.
Classifications: Alarm management.
Classifications: Emergency response; emergency preparedness.
Classifications: Fatigue management.
Classifications: Marine industry; shipping industry; maritime sector.
Classifications: Vessel; aboard ship; onboard vessel.
Summary
MAIB investigation of a marine casualty involving vessel grounding.
Themes: marine operations.