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MAIB safety information and flyers

Safety flyers are produced to provide specific safety messages regarding a marine accident investigation.

• From: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
• Published: 15 January 2015
• Last updated: 15 June 2015
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  1. 15 June 2015

     New Safety Flyer to the Fishing Industry published today

  2. 15 January 2015

     First published.

Fishing flyers

• Are your crew familiarised with the vessel and its hazards?
  • 25 June 2026
  • Research and analysis
• How do you manage the risk of falling overboard?
  • 18 June 2026
  • Research and analysis
• Do you stay separated from your running fishing gear?
  • 21 May 2026
  • Research and analysis
• Is your watch alarm operational?
  • 7 May 2026
  • Research and analysis
• Are you prepared for a man overboard emergency?
  • 30 April 2026
  • Research and analysis
• What would you do if your vessel flooded?
  • 2 April 2026
  • Research and analysis
• Are you trained to navigate safely?
  • 5 February 2026
  • Research and analysis
• Are you prepared for a flood?
  • 29 January 2026
  • Research and analysis
• Is your quick-release assembly safe?
  • 15 January 2026
  • Research and analysis
• Are you in control of your fishing operations?
  • 17 December 2025
  • Research and analysis
• Are you assessing risk before, during and after modifications?
  • 11 September 2025
  • Research and analysis
• Are you prepared to fish alone?
  • 10 July 2025
  • Research and analysis
• Is fatigue impairing your decision-making?
  • 3 July 2025
  • Research and analysis
• Is your fishing vessel's lifting arrangement safe?
  • 19 June 2025
  • Research and analysis
• Accident prevention during inshore fishing operations
  • 27 February 2025
  • Research and analysis
• Have you informed the MCA about modifications to your vessel?
  • 13 February 2025
  • Research and analysis
• Is your fishing vessel well maintained and fit to go to sea?
  • 4 December 2024
  • Research and analysis
• Is the wheelhouse on your vessel manned at all times?
  • 24 October 2024
  • Research and analysis
• Are you keeping a safe navigational watch at all times?
  • 3 October 2024
  • Research and analysis
• Does your fishing vessel have a full stability assessment?
  • 1 August 2024
  • Research and analysis
• Does your fishing vessel have an effective flood action plan?
  • 20 June 2024
  • Research and analysis
• Properly risk assess your procedure for shooting fishing nets
  • 8 February 2024
  • Research and analysis
• Do you know where your fishing vessel's enclosed spaces are?
  • 7 December 2023
  • Research and analysis
• Assess risk control and recovery measures on your fishing vessel
  • 29 June 2023
  • Research and analysis
• Be prepared for the risks of working alone on a fishing vessel
  • 22 June 2023
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: be prepared with regular training and effective drills on your fishing vessel
  • 16 December 2022
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: understanding the hazards of single-handed fishing operations
  • 22 September 2022
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: know your vessel's limitations and operate within them
  • 23 June 2022
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: consider potential effects on stability when modifying your fishing vessel
  • 22 June 2022
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: consider emergency measures for reboarding your fishing vessel
  • 16 June 2022
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: reassessing risk on fishing vessels when standard operations change
  • 9 February 2022
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: use of proper lookout and navigation aids in fog
  • 3 December 2021
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: close monitoring of crew safety on fishing vessels
  • 12 May 2021
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: understanding bilge pumping systems on fishing vessels
  • 9 April 2021
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: understanding the hazards of enclosed spaces on fishing vessels
  • 10 December 2020
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: minimising the risks during single-handed fishing operations
  • 3 September 2020
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: minimising the risk of capsize and inversion of small open fishing vessels
  • 8 July 2020
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: passage planning is key to safe navigation
  • 20 March 2020
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: minimising the risk posed by internal hatches and ladders
  • 9 January 2020
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: increasing your safety on single-handed fishing vessels
  • 15 November 2019
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: conducting monthly emergency drills on fishing vessels
  • 28 June 2019
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: the importance of measuring stability
  • 30 May 2019
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: assessing safe loading limits of fishing vessels
  • 25 April 2019
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: having a clear understanding of your fishing vessel's stability
  • 6 December 2018
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: developing a safe system of work on fishing vessels
  • 8 November 2018
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: keeping crews safe when living on fishing vessels in port
  • 9 August 2018
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: keeping alert to risks during single-handed fishing operations
  • 4 July 2018
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: conducting regular, realistic drills on fishing vessels
  • 24 May 2018
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: establishing a safe shooting routine on potters
  • 11 April 2018
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: keeping your fishing crew safe by reviewing risk assessments
  • 22 March 2018
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: keeping a proper lookout at sea and wearing flotation devices
  • 8 March 2018
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: keeping vigilant of flooding risks on fishing vessels
  • 27 July 2017
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: correct use of fishing vessel deck equipment
  • 6 July 2017
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: maintaining electrical equipment on fishing vessels
  • 14 June 2017
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: safe systems of work on fishing vessels
  • 4 May 2017
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: dangers of walking on fishing vessel tipping doors
  • 2 March 2017
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: minimising the risk of cold water shock
  • 8 December 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: assessing risks when mooring your fishing vessel
  • 17 November 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: assessing the suitability of an unfamiliar berth
  • 16 November 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: assessing the risk of falling overboard from your fishing vessel
  • 3 November 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: raising the alarm if you go overboard from your fishing vessel
  • 3 November 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: increasing survival chances if you enter the water
  • 3 November 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: developing a strong safety culture on your fishing vessel
  • 6 October 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: importance of safety alarms and regular drills on vessels
  • 27 July 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: assessing the stability of small fishing vessels
  • 7 July 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: planning your watchkeeping arrangements
  • 30 June 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: dangers of unfenced openings on your fishing vessel
  • 22 June 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: what to do if your fishing vessel catches fire
  • 14 April 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: dangers of recovering lost fishing gear
  • 9 March 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: keeping a safe navigational watch on your fishing vessel
  • 9 March 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: stability of your modified under 15m fishing vessel
  • 10 December 2015
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: precautionary measures when shooting nets on trawlers
  • 2 December 2015
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: locating vessels in distress
  • 18 November 2015
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: dangers of single-handed fishing operations
  • 15 June 2015
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: using Digital Selective Calling if your vessel is in trouble
  • 10 January 2014
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: stowing and securing liferafts properly
  • 2 May 2013
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: safe use of portable pumps on fishing vessels
  • 14 June 2012
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: safely operating gear on single-handed fishing vessels
  • 17 November 2011
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: helping fishing vessel watchkeepers to stay alert
  • 6 October 2010
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: keeping safe when fishing in areas of high traffic density
  • 16 September 2010
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: maintaining a proper lookout on stand-on vessels
  • 5 August 2010
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: assessing working deck arrangements on fishing vessels
  • 19 May 2010
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: ensuring the stability of fishing vessels
  • 15 April 2010
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: keeping safe around fishing vessel working gear
  • 8 September 2009
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: dangers of disturbed periods of rest while at sea
  • 16 April 2009
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: safe working practices on fishing vessels
  • 12 August 2008
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: checking a vessel for watertight integrity
  • 15 November 2007
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: operating a vessel in heavy weather conditions
  • 4 September 2007
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: maintaining equipment on your fishing vessel
  • 31 January 2007
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: checking electrical systems and insulation material on vessels
  • 26 July 2006
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: give-way in fog even when fishing
  • 14 June 2006
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: dangers of living on shut-down fishing vessels
  • 11 April 2006
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: long working hours at sea
  • 31 January 2006
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: keeping safe while pair trawling
  • 25 October 2005
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: modifications to your vessel can reduce stability
  • 23 May 2005
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: prioritising lookout duties on your vessel
  • 1 April 2005
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: correct use of equipment on fishing vessels
  • 1 January 2005
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: keeping safe on board small fishing vessels
  • 1 July 2004
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: checking fishing vessels for shortcomings
  • 13 July 2003
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: awareness of stability risks when beam trawling
  • 1 July 2003
  • Research and analysis

Shipping flyers

• Does your vessel have a safe means of access?
  • 12 September 2024
  • Research and analysis
• How robust are your propulsion control handover procedures?
  • 13 June 2024
  • Research and analysis
• Navigational aids are vital safety tools: use them!
  • 30 November 2023
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: staying alert to hazards on ship working decks
  • 11 June 2020
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: safe carriage of solid bulk cargoes on ships
  • 7 December 2017
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: assessing ship stability for the intended voyage
  • 17 March 2016
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: inspecting exhaust systems on boats
  • 11 February 2015
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: guidance for ships carrying fumigated cargoes
  • 3 October 2013
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: ensuring safe mooring operations
  • 17 July 2013
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: best practice for loading cargo on ships
  • 12 June 2013
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: improving survival chances when abandoning ship
  • 12 June 2013
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: hazards of weighing anchor in heavy weather
  • 20 December 2012
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: preparing for non-standard towage operations
  • 23 May 2012
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: checking critical equipment on ships
  • 22 December 2011
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: maintaining fire protection standards on ferries
  • 16 November 2011
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: minimising the risks of radiation exposure on ships
  • 5 May 2011
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: using safety davit devices on ships
  • 7 February 2011
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: running ship engines in port
  • 21 December 2010
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: preventing accidents with non-cargo lifting appliances on ships
  • 25 November 2010
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: staying safe during towing operations
  • 18 November 2010
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: working at height on ships
  • 19 August 2010
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: working safely under a suspended load
  • 1 January 2010
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: identifying potentially dangerous spaces on ships
  • 26 November 2009
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: securing freight vehicles on ships
  • 1 October 2009
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: securing cargo before sailing
  • 3 September 2009
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: keeping safe near watertight doors on ships
  • 7 July 2009
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: ensuring an effective bridge team on your ship
  • 14 May 2009
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: best practice for ship anchoring
  • 29 January 2009
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: commercial diving operations on merchant vessels
  • 21 January 2009
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: contingency passage planning prior to voyage
  • 14 January 2009
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: effective communication between ship's bridge team and pilot
  • 17 October 2008
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: assisting pilots to ensure safe passage for ships
  • 26 September 2008
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: identifying spaces on ships that have dangerous atmospheres
  • 9 July 2008
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: vessel handling training for berthing operations
  • 30 May 2008
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: assessing ship mooring arrangements as a whole system
  • 31 March 2008
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: dangers of hazardous cargo and enclosed spaces on ships
  • 18 January 2008
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: evaluating your ship to carry fumigated cargoes
  • 10 January 2008
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: design and use of boats as ship passenger tenders
  • 4 June 2007
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: crew procedures during and after a ship fire
  • 19 April 2007
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: good lookout practices and duty of care at sea
  • 12 April 2007
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: using safe chemical cleaning procedures on ships
  • 27 March 2007
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: providing relevant training for ship operations
  • 18 October 2006
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: adhering to safety management systems on ships
  • 1 September 2006
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: using an integrated ship management system
  • 17 August 2006
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: training and supervision of marine engineers
  • 7 March 2006
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: planning pilotage operations
  • 30 November 2006
  • Research and analysis

Sailing vessels (recreational/charter) flyers

• Safety lessons: keeping a proper lookout on your vessel
  • 20 May 2015
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: ensuring your yacht's keel is securely attached
  • 29 April 2015
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: using Digital Selective Calling if your vessel is in trouble
  • 10 January 2014
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: good working practices on tall ships
  • 11 September 2009
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: importance of safety management systems on yachts
  • 18 February 2008
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: checking fabricated steel keels on yachts are fitted correctly
  • 14 August 2007
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: good lookout practices and duty of care at sea
  • 12 April 2007
  • Research and analysis

Powered small craft (recreational/charter) flyers

• Are you wearing a PFD and adhering to safe limits?
  • 15 July 2026
  • Research and analysis
• Making use of safety devices on boats
  • 25 April 2024
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: be alert to carbon monoxide accumulating on your boat
  • 27 April 2023
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: keeping a proper lookout at sea and wearing flotation devices
  • 8 March 2018
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: passenger safety on rigid inflatable boats
  • 18 May 2017
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: keeping a proper lookout on your vessel
  • 20 May 2015
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: using Digital Selective Calling if your vessel is in trouble
  • 10 January 2014
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: avoiding impact injuries on rigid inflatable boats
  • 6 May 2010
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: keeping safe on recreational boats
  • 30 June 2008
  • Research and analysis
• Safety lessons: safe boating on inland waterways
  • 1 September 2006
  • Research and analysis