Accident while boarding dive support boat Sovereign II with 1 person injured
Location: Off Lee Shore, Farne Islands, England.
Completed PE Summary: Sovereign II
A short summary of the accident and action taken:
| Merchant Vessel/Accident Details | |
|---|---|
| Vessel Name | Sovereign II |
| Registered Owner and Manager: | Sovereign |
| Flag | UK |
| Type | Dive support boat |
| Gross Tonnage | 0.01 |
| Date/Time | 13/08/05, 1128 (UTC) |
| Location of Incident | UK coastal Waters |
| Incident Type | Accident to person |
| Injuries/Fatalities | Serious injury |
| Damage/Pollution | None |
Synopsis
While attempting to climb aboard his dive support boat from the water, a recreational diver came into contact with one of the boat’s propellers. He suffered serious injuries to his legs.
Action taken
The Chief Inspector of Marine Accidents has written to the British Diving Safety Group recommending that they:
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review the instructions in the Harmonised Code that deal with sports diving,
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provide other suitable advice to their members that will enhance the safety of sports diving.
Published 23 January 2015