Alert
  • Published: 8 Aug 2024

Fast Rescue Boat (FRC) comes close to falling off in a dry dock

Fast Rescue Boat FRC comes close to falling off in a dry dock
Fast Rescue Boat FRC comes close to falling off in a dry dock

Description of Incident

During an annual test of an FRC (Fast Rescue Craft) and davit on a vessel in dry dock, the boat tipped forward and collided with a railing while the stern became stuck. During the launch, the engineers powered up the davit and began paying out the wire. However, a lashing line was not removed, causing the forward part of the FRC to collide with a railing while the stern became stuck. Additionally, the hydraulic piping started leaking. The operation was halted; there were no injuries.

To view this IMCA safety alert in full, click the 'Download Alert' button above and refer to section 4 of the document.

Rate this alert

Average Rating

Latest Alerts & Moments

Our searchable catalogue of hundreds of Safety Alerts and Safety Moments are all designed as learning resources that can help improve workplace safety.