FACTS
- Mooring lines under tension can snap back with significant force if they break or suddenly release. This can cause severe injuries or fatalities to crew members or nearby personnel.
- During line handling or winching, crew members may get caught in pinch points between lines, bollards, or other equipment. This can result in crush injuries or limb entrapment.
- Wet and slippery surfaces on decks, docks, or fenders increase the risk of crew members slipping or falling during mooring operations, leading to injuries or falls overboard.
- Poor vessel control or sudden changes in wind or current can cause the vessel to […]
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