Loss Prevention Advice
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An incident during which a vessel’s main crane started behaving in an uncontrollable and potentially hazardous way, risking the health of six people.
The incident
When starting up, a vessel’s main crane started behaving in an uncontrollable and potentially hazardous way. The block and hook were hoisted up to the sheave when the auxiliary wire parted due to the forces applied.
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The seaport of Nouakchott, Mauritania, is experiencing problems related to wind and swell, risks of grounding due to unreliable berth depths, harbour infrastructure damage claims, an acceptance of the vessel’s draught survey figures and shortage claims.
More specifically, West Club’s correspondent European Transport and Insurance Consultants brought forward the issues highlighting the following:
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Four seafarers, with assistance from the International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF), have seized a cargo ship off the port of Dakar in Senegal after months without pay and mounting danger to their lives.
The four crew of the MV Onda had been battling to have the engine of their vessel repaired.
Port authorities have ignored their requests for help for more than a year
said ITF.
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Social interaction is a considerable part of seafarers’ wellbeing onboard, as it enhances the sense of belonging and helps crews maintain their morale despite being away from home.
1.Increased workloads – Fatigue (40%)
Long hours of work often in hazardous and stressful conditions, and lack of quality sleep due to shifts can lead to fatigue and exhaustion. This fatigue can impair performance and proper judgement, making seafarers prone to mistakes and putting themselves, others and the environment at risk.