Chief Engineer Dies After Falling Down Ladder During Maintenance
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The chief engineer of the Taiwanese fishing vessel 'Yong Sheng No. 2' died after falling from a ladder while repairing a distribution panel in the engine room. The Maritime and Aviation Transport Investigation and Safety Board (Aviation Safety Council) investigation found that no fall protection measures were in place, and the engineer was working in an unstable position. The council recommended that the fishing company enhance maintenance procedures and safety awareness.
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- Q: What happened to the chief engineer of the 'Yong Sheng No. 2'?
- A: The chief engineer fell from a ladder while repairing a distribution panel in the engine room and later died from his injuries.
- Q: What was the cause of the fall?
- A: The investigation found that there were no fall protection measures in place, and the engineer was working in an unstable position without a prior risk assessment.
- Q: What recommendations were made?
- A: The Maritime and Aviation Transport Investigation and Safety Board recommended that the fishing company enhance maintenance procedures and safety awareness, and provide necessary fall protection facilities. Recommendations were also made to improve accident reporting and crew training.