Safety issue
| Safety issue description |
The tower was not assembled as designed. The outriggers and intermediate planks, both key components, were missing and the work platform guard rails were not used. The manufacturer’s instructions were also missing but no attempt was made to obtain them, a parts list or the missing parts. |
|---|---|
| Issue number | MO-2009-005-SI-02 |
| Issue owner | Ship's masters and crews |
| Transport function | Marine: Shipboard operations |
| Date issue released | 17/11/2010 |
| Issue status justification |
The safety advisory notice is addressed to all ships' masters and crews and has been promulgated by the ATSB |
Safety action
| Action type | Safety advisory notice |
|---|---|
| Action number | MO-2009-005-SAN-024 |
| Organisation | Ship's masters and crews |
| Action date | 17/11/2010 |
| Action description |
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau advises that ships’ masters and crew should consider the safety implications of this safety issue and take action where considered appropriate. |
| ATSB response |
The safety advisory notice released to educate ships' masters and crew through the public circulation of the report. |
| Action status | Closed |