Question 1

You're on a ro-ro ramp during active vehicle loading and a call comes in on your mobile. Based on MAIB's findings on Seatruck Progress, what's the correct approach?

Accepted Answer

Defer the call until you're clear of the active vehicle zone — mobile phone use during cargo operations removes situational awareness almost completely The third officer on Seatruck Progress was struck while on a mobile phone call with his back to reversing traffic. MAIB's Rec 2020/122 calls for a prohibition on mobile phone use in active cargo operation areas precisely because it removes situational awareness at the moment it's most needed.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

The area within the grab's swing radius should be cleared of personnel before the lift On the bulk carrier Fairfield Eagle, a crew member working nearby was struck and fatally injured when a grab being test-lifted after repairs swung unexpectedly. The investigation found the area should have been cleared and barriered before the test lift began.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Who must remain clear of the exclusion zone while the lift takes place A toolbox talk exists to make sure everyone present understands the danger zones, the abort signal, and — critically — who must not be in the area while the lift happens. The RMIMA investigation into the Fairfield Eagle fatality found the toolbox talk had not made this clear.