Collection

MAIB safety information and flyers

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

Published 15 January 2015
Last updated 15 June 2015 — see all updates

• From: Marine Accident Investigation Branch

Fishing flyers

1. Safety lessons: conducting regular, realistic drills on fishing vessels

   • 24 May 2018
   • Research and analysis

2. Safety lessons: establishing a safe shooting routine on potters

   • 11 April 2018
   • Research and analysis

3. Safety lessons: keeping your fishing crew safe by reviewing risk assessments

   • 22 March 2018
   • Research and analysis

4. Safety lessons: keeping a proper lookout at sea and wearing flotation devices

   • 8 March 2018
   • Research and analysis

5. Safety lessons: keeping vigilant of flooding risks on fishing vessels

   • 27 July 2017
   • Research and analysis

6. Safety lessons: correct use of fishing vessel deck equipment

   • 6 July 2017
   • Research and analysis

7. Safety lessons: maintaining electrical equipment on fishing vessels

   • 14 June 2017
   • Research and analysis

8. Safety lessons: safe systems of work on fishing vessels

   • 4 May 2017
   • Research and analysis

9. Safety lessons: dangers of walking on fishing vessel tipping doors

   • 2 March 2017
   • Research and analysis

10. Safety lessons: minimising the risk of cold water shock

    • 8 December 2016
    • Research and analysis

11. Safety lessons: assessing risks when mooring your fishing vessel

    • 17 November 2016
    • Research and analysis

12. Safety lessons: assessing the suitability of an unfamiliar berth

    • 16 November 2016
    • Research and analysis

13. Safety lessons: assessing the risk of falling overboard from your fishing vessel

    • 3 November 2016
    • Research and analysis

14. Safety lessons: raising the alarm if you go overboard from your fishing vessel

    • 3 November 2016
    • Research and analysis

15. Safety lessons: increasing survival chances if you enter the water

    • 3 November 2016
    • Research and analysis

16. Safety lessons: developing a strong safety culture on your fishing vessel

    • 6 October 2016
    • Research and analysis

17. Safety lessons: importance of safety alarms and regular drills on vessels

    • 27 July 2016
    • Research and analysis

18. Safety lessons: assessing the stability of small fishing vessels

    • 7 July 2016
    • Research and analysis

19. Safety lessons: planning your watchkeeping arrangements

    • 30 June 2016
    • Research and analysis

20. Safety lessons: dangers of unfenced openings on your fishing vessel

    • 22 June 2016
    • Research and analysis

21. Safety lessons: what to do if your fishing vessel catches fire

    • 14 April 2016
    • Research and analysis

22. Safety lessons: dangers of recovering lost fishing gear

    • 9 March 2016
    • Research and analysis

23. Safety lessons: keeping a safe navigational watch on your fishing vessel

    • 9 March 2016
    • Research and analysis

24. Safety lessons: stability of your modified under 15m fishing vessel

    • 10 December 2015
    • Research and analysis

25. Safety lessons: precautionary measures when shooting nets on trawlers

    • 2 December 2015
    • Research and analysis

26. Safety lessons: locating vessels in distress

    • 18 November 2015
    • Research and analysis

27. Safety lessons: dangers of single-handed fishing operations

    • 15 June 2015
    • Research and analysis

28. Safety lessons: using Digital Selective Calling if your vessel is in trouble

    • 10 January 2014
    • Research and analysis

29. Safety lessons: stowing and securing liferafts properly

    • 2 May 2013
    • Research and analysis

30. Safety lessons: safe use of portable pumps on fishing vessels

    • 14 June 2012
    • Research and analysis

31. Safety lessons: safely operating gear on single-handed fishing vessels

    • 17 November 2011
    • Research and analysis

32. Safety lessons: helping fishing vessel watchkeepers to stay alert

    • 6 October 2010
    • Research and analysis

33. Safety lessons: keeping safe when fishing in areas of high traffic density

    • 16 September 2010
    • Research and analysis

34. Safety lessons: maintaining a proper lookout on stand-on vessels

    • 5 August 2010
    • Research and analysis

35. Safety lessons: assessing working deck arrangements on fishing vessels

    • 19 May 2010
    • Research and analysis

36. Safety lessons: ensuring the stability of fishing vessels

    • 15 April 2010
    • Research and analysis

37. Safety lessons: keeping safe around fishing vessel working gear

    • 8 September 2009
    • Research and analysis

38. Safety lessons: dangers of disturbed periods of rest while at sea

    • 16 April 2009
    • Research and analysis

39. Safety lessons: safe working practices on fishing vessels

    • 12 August 2008
    • Research and analysis

40. Safety lessons: checking a vessel for watertight integrity

    • 15 November 2007
    • Research and analysis

41. Safety lessons: operating a vessel in heavy weather conditions

    • 4 September 2007
    • Research and analysis

42. Safety lessons: maintaining equipment on your fishing vessel

    • 31 January 2007
    • Research and analysis

43. Safety lessons: checking electrical systems and insulation material on vessels

    • 26 July 2006
    • Research and analysis

44. Safety lessons: give-way in fog even when fishing

    • 14 June 2006
    • Research and analysis

45. Safety lessons: dangers of living on shut-down fishing vessels

    • 11 April 2006
    • Research and analysis

46. Safety lessons: long working hours at sea

    • 31 January 2006
    • Research and analysis

47. Safety lessons: keeping safe while pair trawling

    • 25 October 2005
    • Research and analysis

48. Safety lessons: modifications to your vessel can reduce stability

    • 23 May 2005
    • Research and analysis

49. Safety lessons: prioritising lookout duties on your vessel

    • 1 April 2005
    • Research and analysis

50. Safety lessons: correct use of equipment on fishing vessels

    • 1 January 2005
    • Research and analysis

51. Safety lessons: keeping safe on board small fishing vessels

    • 1 July 2004
    • Research and analysis

52. Safety lessons: checking fishing vessels for shortcomings

    • 13 July 2003
    • Research and analysis

53. Safety lessons: awareness of stability risks when beam trawling

    • 1 July 2003
    • Research and analysis

Shipping flyers

1. Safety lessons: safe carriage of solid bulk cargoes on ships

   • 7 December 2017
   • Research and analysis

2. Safety lessons: assessing ship stability for the intended voyage

   • 17 March 2016
   • Research and analysis

3. Safety lessons: inspecting exhaust systems on boats

   • 11 February 2015
   • Research and analysis

4. Safety lessons: guidance for ships carrying fumigated cargoes

   • 3 October 2013
   • Research and analysis

5. Safety lessons: ensuring safe mooring operations

   • 17 July 2013
   • Research and analysis

6. Safety lessons: best practice for loading cargo on ships

   • 12 June 2013
   • Research and analysis

7. Safety lessons: improving survival chances when abandoning ship

   • 12 June 2013
   • Research and analysis

8. Safety lessons: hazards of weighing anchor in heavy weather

   • 20 December 2012
   • Research and analysis

9. Safety lessons: preparing for non-standard towage operations

   • 23 May 2012
   • Research and analysis

10. Safety lessons: checking critical equipment on ships

    • 22 December 2011
    • Research and analysis

11. Safety lessons: maintaining fire protection standards on ferries

    • 16 November 2011
    • Research and analysis

12. Safety lessons: minimising the risks of radiation exposure on ships

    • 5 May 2011
    • Research and analysis

13. Safety lessons: using safety davit devices on ships

    • 7 February 2011
    • Research and analysis

14. Safety lessons: running ship engines in port

    • 21 December 2010
    • Research and analysis

15. Safety lessons: preventing accidents with non-cargo lifting appliances on ships

    • 25 November 2010
    • Research and analysis

16. Safety lessons: staying safe during towing operations

    • 18 November 2010
    • Research and analysis

17. Safety lessons: working at height on ships

    • 19 August 2010
    • Research and analysis

18. Safety lessons: working safely under a suspended load

    • 1 January 2010
    • Research and analysis

19. Safety lessons: identifying potentially dangerous spaces on ships

    • 26 November 2009
    • Research and analysis

20. Safety lessons: securing freight vehicles on ships

    • 1 October 2009
    • Research and analysis

21. Safety lessons: securing cargo before sailing

    • 3 September 2009
    • Research and analysis

22. Safety lessons: keeping safe near watertight doors on ships

    • 7 July 2009
    • Research and analysis

23. Safety lessons: ensuring an effective bridge team on your ship

    • 14 May 2009
    • Research and analysis

24. Safety lessons: best practice for ship anchoring

    • 29 January 2009
    • Research and analysis

25. Safety lessons: commercial diving operations on merchant vessels

    • 21 January 2009
    • Research and analysis

26. Safety lessons: contingency passage planning prior to voyage

    • 14 January 2009
    • Research and analysis

27. Safety lessons: effective communication between ship's bridge team and pilot

    • 17 October 2008
    • Research and analysis

28. Safety lessons: assisting pilots to ensure safe passage for ships

    • 26 September 2008
    • Research and analysis

29. Safety lessons: identifying spaces on ships that have dangerous atmospheres

    • 9 July 2008
    • Research and analysis

30. Safety lessons: vessel handling training for berthing operations

    • 30 May 2008
    • Research and analysis

31. Safety lessons: assessing ship mooring arrangements as a whole system

    • 31 March 2008
    • Research and analysis

32. Safety lessons: dangers of hazardous cargo and enclosed spaces on ships

    • 18 January 2008
    • Research and analysis

33. Safety lessons: evaluating your ship to carry fumigated cargoes

    • 10 January 2008
    • Research and analysis

34. Safety lessons: design and use of boats as ship passenger tenders

    • 4 June 2007
    • Research and analysis

35. Safety lessons: crew procedures during and after a ship fire

    • 19 April 2007
    • Research and analysis

36. Safety lessons: good lookout practices and duty of care at sea

    • 12 April 2007
    • Research and analysis

37. Safety lessons: using safe chemical cleaning procedures on ships

    • 27 March 2007
    • Research and analysis

38. Safety lessons: providing relevant training for ship operations

    • 18 October 2006
    • Research and analysis

39. Safety lessons: adhering to safety management systems on ships

    • 1 September 2006
    • Research and analysis

40. Safety lessons: using an integrated ship management system

    • 17 August 2006
    • Research and analysis

41. Safety lessons: training and supervision of marine engineers

    • 7 March 2006
    • Research and analysis

42. Safety lessons: planning pilotage operations

    • 30 November 2006
    • Research and analysis

Sailing vessels (recreational/charter) flyers

1. Safety lessons: keeping a proper lookout on your vessel

   • 20 May 2015
   • Research and analysis

2. Safety lessons: ensuring your yacht's keel is securely attached

   • 29 April 2015
   • Research and analysis

3. Safety lessons: using Digital Selective Calling if your vessel is in trouble

   • 10 January 2014
   • Research and analysis

4. Safety lessons: good working practices on tall ships

   • 11 September 2009
   • Research and analysis

5. Safety lessons: importance of safety management systems on yachts

   • 18 February 2008
   • Research and analysis

6. Safety lessons: checking fabricated steel keels on yachts are fitted correctly

   • 14 August 2007
   • Research and analysis

7. Safety lessons: good lookout practices and duty of care at sea

   • 12 April 2007
   • Research and analysis

Powered small craft (recreational/charter) flyers

1. Safety lessons: keeping a proper lookout at sea and wearing flotation devices

   • 8 March 2018
   • Research and analysis

2. Safety lessons: passenger safety on rigid inflatable boats

   • 18 May 2017
   • Research and analysis

3. Safety lessons: keeping a proper lookout on your vessel

   • 20 May 2015
   • Research and analysis

4. Safety lessons: using Digital Selective Calling if your vessel is in trouble

   • 10 January 2014
   • Research and analysis

5. Safety lessons: avoiding impact injuries on rigid inflatable boats

   • 6 May 2010
   • Research and analysis

6. Safety lessons: keeping safe on recreational boats

   • 30 June 2008
   • Research and analysis

7. Safety lessons: safe boating on inland waterways

   • 1 September 2006
   • Research and analysis

Published 15 January 2015
Last updated 15 June 2015 + show all updates

1. 15 June 2015 New Safety Flyer to the Fishing Industry published today
2. 15 January 2015 First published.