Alerts & Learnings Failure of personal isolation procedures: crane damaged when it was used inappropriately On a vessel in dry dock, a crane, which had been isolated for many days for work to be conducted by a third party, was used by crew unaware that the crane was out of use for maintenance. The crane was damaged as a result, leading to increased maintenance time and cost. A “personal” isolation of the crane had been removed to allow a third party to function test the crane. A leak was found on the hydraulic system and work was being conducted to repair the issue. However, crew members not involved in the maintenance of the crane had a task to do which needed a crane, and they decided to try and operate the crane, resulting in damage. To view this IMCA safety alert in full, click the 'Download Alert' button above and refer to section 2 of the document. Download Alert Rate this Alert Your Rating Average Rating Share: Share on Linkedin Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share with Email
Learning Moment 5 Feb 2026 Life Saving Rules This pack contains an overview of each Life-Saving Rule (LSR) with relevant incident examples. Whilst not all of the incidents occurred within our industry, the learnings remain applicable. You may wish to use this pack during safety meetings or break it up and use the individual sheets provided wit… View Learning Moment
Alert 15 Mar 2024 Pipeline End Manifold yoke dropped from 45° position During adjustment of the yoke securing arrangement for a PLEM (Pipe Line End Manifold), the cargo strap failed resulting in the yoke falling and landing in its horizontal resting position. Two persons were working inside the PLEM in close proximity to the yoke at the time. Neither were injured. Whi… View Alert
Alert 18 Jan 2024 Chain hoist paid out unsupervised near running main engine An electric chain hoist on the beam above one of the main engines in a vessel, was left unattended after use. The chain hook paid out and coiled the chain onto the running main engine close to the generator drive shaft. The incident occurred when the chain hoist was being used to lower spare parts r… View Alert