In the latest edition of its Safety Flashes, IMCA analyzes an unplanned deployment of a life raft from the starboard forward life raft station into the sea. Investigation revealed that the hold back strap, used to retain the life raft in place, was degraded to the point of failure.
The incident
The incident occurred in early afternoon with calm seas and clear skies.
The life raft remained attached to the painter line and vessel.
The vessel was later able to safely recover the life raft to deck.
What...
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