Safety Advisory Notice MS20080012
Marine safety issues and actions
Safety Advisory Notice issued to: Ship owners, operators and masters
| Output No: | MS20080012 |
|---|---|
| Date issued: | 05 June 2008 |
| Safety action status: | |
| Background: | Why this Safety Advisory Notice was developed |
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Safety Issue
The mooring lines were not monitored effectively in the period leading up to the incident, which allowed the ship to move away from the wharf, because insufficient manpower was utilised for the task.
Safety Advisory Notice
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau advises that ship owners, operators and masters should consider the safety implications of this safety issue and take action where considered appropriate.