Investigation number
MO-2025-002
Occurrence date
Location
Port of Geelong
State
Victoria
Report status
Pending
Investigation level
Short
Investigation type
Occurrence Investigation
Investigation phase
Evidence collection
Investigation status
Active
Occurrence class
Incident
Highest injury level
Serious
Anticipated completion

The ATSB is investigating an occurrence involving a serious fall in the engine room of the Spirit of Tasmania 1, whilst at berth at Corio Quay 1, Geelong, Victoria, on 6 March 2025. 

During engine maintenance operations, a crew member was traversing across the main engine rocker cover when they fell to the catwalk below resulting in serious injuries. 

The evidence collection phase of the investigation will involve interviewing witnesses and involved parties, examination and reviewing recorded CCTV, and the collection of other relevant information. 

A final report will be released at the conclusion of the investigation. Should a critical safety issue be identified during the course of the investigation, the ATSB will immediately notify relevant parties, so that appropriate safety action can be taken.

Vessel Details
Destination
Port of Geelong, Victoria
Vessel name
Spirit of Tasmania 1
Marine vehicle sector
Passenger
Flag
Australia
IMO
9158446
Damage
Nil
Marine occurrence type
Injury