Serious fall in the engine room of Spirit of Tasmania, Corio Bay, Victoria, on 6 March 2025

The ATSB is investigating an occurrence involving a serious fall in the engine room of the Spirit of Tasmania 1, whilst at berth at Corio Quay 1, Geelong, Victoria, on 6 March 2025. 

During engine maintenance operations, a crew member was traversing across the main engine rocker cover when they fell to the catwalk below resulting in serious injuries. 

The ATSB has commenced the examination and analysis of the initial evidence collected. To date, the ATSB investigation has included:

• interviewing involved crew
• review of CCTV footage
• review of operator's procedures
• review of work practices on board the vessel.

A final report will be released at the conclusion of the investigation. Should a critical safety issue be identified during the course of the investigation, the ATSB will immediately notify relevant parties, so that appropriate safety action can be taken.