Marine and Inland Waters. Motor Vessel. Fatality, Work-related Accident. STRATEGIC EQUITY. Pier Unidad VII, Servicios Portuarios S.A, Kilometer 414,8 right bank of the Paraná River. Rosario. Santa Fe.

Abstract

On August 13, 2020, one member of the crew of the Motor Vessel Strategic Equity, was injured in the process of releasing the forward spring line, which had become trapped between the vessel and a wharf fender. During this attempt, the forward spring’s tension from the fender was suddenly released and impacted on the face of a crew member who was performing the role of a signalman near cargo hold No. 1. The injuries sustained by the crewman resulted in death. The accident occurred at night, with artificial lighting and favorable weather conditions.