EPISODE · Jan 27, 2025 · 13 MIN
Baton Rouge Marine Casualty Report
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We discuss a UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) report details the electrocution fatality of a chief engineer aboard the motor yacht Baton Rouge. The accident occurred in Antigua due to the engineer working on live electrical wiring in an inadequately assessed "enclosed space," without a permit to work. The investigation highlighted failings in the yacht's safety management system, specifically its definition of "enclosed space," and the lack of adherence to permit-to-work procedures. Consequently, the yacht's management company implemented corrective actions, leading the MAIB to issue no further recommendations. The report underscores the importance of accurate enclosed space definitions, proper permit-to-work systems, and risk assessment in maritime safety.
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We discuss a UK Marine Accident Investigation Branch (MAIB) report details the electrocution fatality of a chief engineer aboard the motor yacht Baton Rouge. The accident occurred in Antigua due to the engineer working on live electrical wiring in an inadequately assessed "enclosed space," without a permit to work. The investigation highlighted failings in the yacht's safety management system, specifically its definition of "enclosed space," and the lack of adherence to permit-to-work procedures. Consequently, the yacht's management company implemented corrective actions, leading the MAIB to issue no further recommendations. The report underscores the importance of accurate enclosed space definitions, proper permit-to-work systems, and risk assessment in maritime safety.
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