Mooring Tragedy
During mooring operations, a rope parted and struck a Second Mate severing both his legs. Attempts were made to stem bleeding, and an ambulance and port medical team attended, but he died at the scene. The ropes were later tested and all failed at almost half their certified breaking strain. Forensic testing showed ultraviolet degradation and Company is now having all mooring ropes coated with UV protection.
(The CEO of this particular company attended this young man’s funeral and has vowed that he cannot let this happen again. This précis is produced with his encouragement).
