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  • 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.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: correct use of fishing vessel deck equipment

    A safety message to the fishing industry about working deck hazards and potential for serious injury if deck equipment is not used for its intended purpose.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: maintaining electrical equipment on fishing vessels

    A safety message to the fishing industry to keep electrical equipment in a safe condition and ensure fire detection systems are energised while alongside.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: passenger safety on rigid inflatable boats

    A safety message to the small commercial vessel industry about the importance of risk assessments particularly for power turn manoeuvres and passenger seating.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: safe systems of work on fishing vessels

    A safety message to the fishing industry about working practices and the importance of wearing lifejackets on exposed decks.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: dangers of walking on fishing vessel tipping doors

    A safety message to the fishing industry to highlight safe alternatives to walking on tipping doors and the importance of regular manoverboard drills.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: minimising the risk of cold water shock

    A safety message to the fishing industry about the importance of using life saving equipment and how drug use can put lives at risk.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: assessing risks when mooring your fishing vessel

    A safety message to the fishing industry on the importance of assessing the suitability of a berth and the continued monitoring of mooring lines.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: assessing the suitability of an unfamiliar berth

    A message to the fishing industry on the importance of talking to the harbour authority and taking precautionary measures if intending to take the ground.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: assessing the risk of falling overboard from your fishing vessel

    A safety message to the fishing industry on the importance of risk assessments and wearing lifejackets or personal flotation devices when working on deck.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • How lifejackets are used in commercial fishing

    National and international efforts to motivate commercial fishermen to wear personal flotation devices (PFDs).

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety studies and reviews
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: increasing survival chances if you enter the water

    A safety message to the fishing industry highlighting the importance of wearing lifejackets or personal flotation devices when working on deck.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: raising the alarm if you go overboard from your fishing vessel

    A safety message to the fishing industry to use personal locator beacons, automatic identification systems and lifejackets or flotation devices.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: developing a strong safety culture on your fishing vessel

    A safety message to the fishing industry highlighting the importance of wearing lifejackets or personal flotation devices on the working deck environment.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: importance of safety alarms and regular drills on vessels

    A safety message to the fishing industry to highlight the dangers of leaving your wheelhouse unattended and how to be prepared for an emergency situation.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: assessing the stability of small fishing vessels

    A safety message to the fishing industry highlighting the importance of assessing stability particularly following modification to vessels.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: planning your watchkeeping arrangements

    A safety message to the fishing industry to plan and prioritise watchkeeping duties so to keep a safe navigational watch.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: dangers of unfenced openings on your fishing vessel

    A safety message to the fishing industry highlighting the importance of minimising exposure to unfenced openings and adopting safe working practices.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: what to do if your fishing vessel catches fire

    A safety message to the fishing industry on fire prevention, detection and the benefits of regular emergency drills for rapid and controlled abandonment if required.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated:
  • Safety lessons: assessing ship stability for the intended voyage

    A safety message to the shipping industry to ensure ships have adequate stability on completion of cargo operations and before sailing.

    • Document type: Research
    • Part of a collection: MAIB safety information and flyers
    • Organisation: Marine Accident Investigation Branch
    • Updated: