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    An Indian cargo ship experienced an accident during a lifeboat drill where the lifeboat unexpectedly dropped into the water. An investigation found that the lifeboat davits did not lower the lifeboat evenly, causing the aft hook to break and the forward hook to break under the full weight of the lifeboat. The accident occurred because the officers in charge were unfamiliar with the lifeboat's self-release mechanism and because of a lack of maintenance and training. The director recommends that personnel receive thorough training on lifeboat operation and maintenance to minimize risks during drills.

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    An Indian cargo ship experienced an accident during a lifeboat drill where the lifeboat unexpectedly dropped into the water. An investigation found that the lifeboat davits did not lower the lifeboat evenly, causing the aft hook to break and the forward hook to break under the full weight of the lifeboat. The accident occurred because the officers in charge were unfamiliar with the lifeboat's self-release mechanism and because of a lack of maintenance and training. The director recommends that personnel receive thorough training on lifeboat operation and maintenance to minimize risks during drills.

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    An Indian cargo ship experienced an accident during a lifeboat drill where the lifeboat unexpectedly dropped into the water. An investigation found that the lifeboat davits did not lower the lifeboat evenly, causing the aft hook to break and the forward hook to break under the full weight of the lifeboat. The accident occurred because the officers in charge were unfamiliar with the lifeboat's self-release mechanism and because of a lack of maintenance and training. The director recommends that personnel receive thorough training on lifeboat operation and maintenance to minimize risks during drills.

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    THE DIRECTOR GENERAL OF SHIPPING - INDIA

    Casualty Circular No. 4 of 2006


    NO: 11-NT(80)/2005 NARRATIVE While lowering the lifeboat during the Cargo Ship Safety Equipment Survey on board an Indian flag ship, the lifeboat accidentally dropped in the water. During the process of lowering, it was observed that the lifeboat davits were not moving in tandem. It was observed that the complete weight of the lifeboat was transferred to the aft lifeboat hook, thereby causing the aft hook to snap, consequently the forward hook also snapped due to shift of entire weight on the forward hook. On investigation, it was revealed that the Third Officer and the Chief Officer were not familiar with the self-release mechanism of the lifeboat. PROBABLE CAUSES 1. Lack of maintenance as described in the manufacturer?s Manual. 2. Unfamiliarity with the self-release arrangement. 3. Inappropriate engagement of the lifeboat hook and the floating block. 4. Lack of awareness and non-follow up off procedures. LESSONS LEARNT / RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Personnel assigned for lowering of lifeboats and other associated duties should make themselves familiar with all aspects of lowering the boat. 2. Senior management level Officers to ensure detailed appropriate training is imparted to all concerned in lowering of lifeboats. 3. Life Saving Appliances should be kept in readiness for their immediate use. 4. Drills should be planned, organized and performed so that the recognized risks are minimized. Sd/(Capt. R.K. Awasthi) Nautical Surveyor-cum-DDG (Tech.) Dated: 12th June, 2006

    http://www.dgshipping.com/dgship/final/notices/casualty4_06.htm [6/17/2007 11:46:07 AM]

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