MAIB's investigation into Seatruck Progress found the phone call was a contributing factor, but pointed to a more fundamental structural gap. What was it?

A. A failure of the ship's public address system to announce active loading

B. Insufficient lighting on the ramp during the loading operation

C. The semi-trailer driver's lack of a valid HGV licence

D. The absence of any physical segregation or exclusion zone between pedestrians and reversing vehicles on the ramp, meaning even an attentive crew member remained at risk

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. 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