Here’s a report from Marine Industry Newsregarding the failure of safety harness tether hooks.
The Marine Accident Investigation Branch is carrying out an investigation into the fatal man overboard accident on board the commercial sailing yacht CV30, which was taking part in the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. The safety issue raised in this safety bulletin highlights just one of potentially several factors that contributed to this tragic accident. The MAIB will publish a full report, including all identified contributing factors, on completion of the investigation. Read More