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  Independent investigation into the crew member fatality on board the bulk carrier Oceanic Angel on 8 August 2007

Marine Safety Investigation Report - Final

Independent investigation into the crew member fatality on board the bulk carrier Oceanic Angel on 8 August 2007

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Occurrence Details
Occurrence Number: 244 Location: At sea
Occurrence Date: 08 August 2007 State: Other
Occurrence Time: +8 Highest Injury Level: Fatal
Occurrence Category: Accident Investigation Type: Occurrence Investigation
Occurrence Class: # Investigation Status: Completed
Occurrence Type: Fatality Release Date: 31 January 2008
Injuries:CrewPassengerGroundTotal
Fatal11
Total1001

Vessel Details
Vessel:Oceanic AngelFlag:Pan
IMO:9194397
Type of Operation:Bulk carrier
Damage to Vessel:Minor
Departure Point: Departure Time: 
Destination: 

At about 1640 on 8 August 2007, an able seaman died on board the bulk carrier Oceanic Angel as a result of a fall from the forward ladder in the ship’s number three cargo hold. The seaman had been part of a team preparing the hold for an upcoming cargo and had just finished work for the day.

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Related Links:Media Release | Marine Safety Advisory Notice MS20080001 | Marine Safety Advisory Notice MS20080002 |

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Last Updated: 31 January, 2008