Cause & Consequence
- Moving, flying or falling object
Incident Location
Drilling unit
Incident Activity
Catering / hotel services
Incident Info Source
richie.adams@maerskcon.co.uk
Specific Incident Equipment
Working aloft toolkit, safety snap, lanyard
Lessons Identified
Articles in use were from specialised working aloft kit specifically for the purpose of avoiding dropped objects. It was assumed that the tools were in safe condition when attached to the lanyard.
Incident Recommendations
Actions:-
1)Instead of spring loaded safety clips, karabiners with locking threaded sleeves will be purchased.
2)Work aloft tools should be placed in a bag or a belt when being taken to and from the work site in the riding belt.
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