Question 1

Where were Tyger of London's liferaft, grab bag, and EPIRB stowed, and why did this matter to MAIB's investigation?

Accepted Answer

In a location that became inaccessible after the capsize, which MAIB identified as a contributing factor to the emergency response MAIB found the liferaft, grab bag, and EPIRB were stowed in a location that became inaccessible once the vessel had capsized — a secondary lesson on top of the keel failure itself, about how emergency equipment stowage needs to survive the exact scenario it's meant for.

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.