How many RIB accidents resulting in lower back injury has MAIB recorded since 2001, and how many resulted in spinal fractures?

Q: How many RIB accidents resulting in lower back injury has MAIB recorded since 2001, and how many resulted in spinal fractures?

54 total accidents, 17 resulting in spinal fractures MAIB has recorded 54 RIB accidents resulting in lower back injury since 2001, 17 of which caused spinal fractures — establishing this as a documented, recurring risk pattern rather than an isolated event.

A. 12 total accidents, 3 resulting in spinal fractures

B. 54 total accidents, 17 resulting in spinal fractures

C. 54 total accidents, none resulting in spinal fractures

D. This was the first recorded case

You're asked to test a deck crane grab after electrical repairs nearby. As the grab is hoisted, what should have happened first?

A. Nothing — a test lift can proceed immediately after repairs

B. The area within the grab's swing radius should be cleared of personnel before the lift

C. Testing should wait until cargo operations begin

D. Only the crane operator needs to be aware the lift is happening

A toolbox talk held before a lifting operation should explicitly cover which of the following?

A. Only the weather forecast for the next watch

B. The lunch schedule for the deck team

C. Who must remain clear of the exclusion zone while the lift takes place

D. The cargo manifest for the next port

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