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.
While conducting an engine repair, a crew member was traversing across the main engine rocker covers when they slipped and 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.
In the course of the investigation, the ATSB has identified potential limitations in risk controls relevant to the occurrence. Examination of these factors represent a significant increase in the scope of this investigation, and it has been upgraded from Short to Defined as a result (the ATSB's different levels of investigation are detailed here).
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.