Research and analysis

How do you manage the risk of falling overboard?

Safety lessons to the fishing industry about the dangers of pot hauling and the need for effective fall prevention measures, including fatigue management.

• From: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
• Published: 18 June 2026

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Safety flyer to the fishing industry – Amadeus

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Safety flyer issued with the investigation report into the fall overboard from the crab potting vessel Amadeus (TH7) in the German Bight, North Sea on 13 December 2023, resulting in one fatality.

The document summarises the circumstances of the accident and provides multiple safety considerations for members of the fishing community.

This information has been prepared for the:

• fishing industry

Related publication

An investigation report has also been prepared for this accident.

Published 18 June 2026