Life-threatening accidents on board ships can occur as a result of several reasons. Learn ten most common and dangerous accidents that occur on ships. It is important that seafarers have thorough knowledge on these type of accidents.
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Real Life Accident: Crew Member Dies During Mooring Operation
A crew member, part of the ship’s aft mooring team, dies as a result of an accident during mooring operation after suffering fracture dislocation of the cervical spine. Find out more about this serious accident inside the article.
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