201553 Fall protection device improperly attached

 Edited from Marine Safety Forum – Safety Flash 15-12

The starboard side lifeboat was being hoisted back on board after being deployed. As it reached the upper deck, it was noticed that the Fall Protection Device (FPD) was not properly secured; it was only attached to the davit lifting lug without passing through the lifeboat check release mechanism.

Lessons learned

• Attention to detail when attaching a FPD is critical.
• Crew should be properly trained in FPD procedures and refresher training given regularly.