Enclosed Space Entry: Why Compliance Is Critical for Crew Safety.The chief officer suffered a fatal cardiac condition while working unaccompanied in an enclosed space (cofferdam) during a voyage.
Delayed medical assistance and possible undisclosed health conditions contributed to the tragic outcome.
Safety measures and compliance with medical history disclosure are emphasized in the investigation’s recommendations.
On 25 June 2021, the chief officer of a vessel traveling from Rotterdam to Gebze entered the starboard cofferdam alone to perform maintenance. Shortly after, the crew realized he was unresponsive. Emergency rescue efforts were initiated, including CPR and air evacuation, but the officer was pronounced dead at a hospital the following day, reports MSIU.#Malta #Safaty #Report #Enclosed #Space
Delayed medical assistance and possible undisclosed health conditions contributed to the tragic outcome.
Safety measures and compliance with medical history disclosure are emphasized in the investigation’s recommendations.
On 25 June 2021, the chief officer of a vessel traveling from Rotterdam to Gebze entered the starboard cofferdam alone to perform maintenance. Shortly after, the crew realized he was unresponsive. Emergency rescue efforts were initiated, including CPR and air evacuation, but the officer was pronounced dead at a hospital the following day, reports MSIU.#Malta #Safaty #Report #Enclosed #Space