Research and analysis

Safety lessons: keeping vigilant of flooding risks on fishing vessels

A safety message to the fishing industry highlighting the importance of vessel maintenance and managing work routines to prevent fatigue.

From:
Marine Accident Investigation Branch
Published
27 July 2017

Documents

Safety flyer to the fishing industry - Louisa

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Details

Summary of the sinking of the fishing vessel Louisa with loss of 3 lives in the Outer Hebrides, Scotland, highlighting the key safety lessons learned during the investigation.

The information has been prepared for the:

  • fishing vessel industry

An investigation report has also been produced for this accident.

Published 27 July 2017

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