Alerts & Learnings Dropped Object – Satellite Antenna A satellite antenna fell from the mounting point on the vessels monkey island to the deck below. The distance was approximately 6 metres, and the weight of the antenna was approximately 3 kgs. The Drops calculator has been used to plot the potential outcome of this as shown. An investigation has revealed that the satellite antenna was mounted on a foundation with rubber compensators like the example shown below. Over time the rubber was not strong enough to hold the antenna and subsequently failed. The antenna fell down during a period of severe weather whilst the vessel was at sea. The rough weather may have been the final cause for the rubber compensators to break. To view this safety alert published by the Marine Safety Forum in full, click the 'Download Alert' button above. Download Alert Rate this Alert Your Rating Average Rating Share: Share on Linkedin Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share with Email
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