Safety Issue
Creciente did not have any guidelines or procedures for
mooring the ship. Consequently, the master did not adequately
assess the risks that the ship's mooring arrangement, and the
likely winch brake condition, posed to the ship's ability to remain
at its berth under the prevailing tidal conditions.
Safety Advisory Issue
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau advises that ship owners,
operators and masters should consider the safety implications of
this safety issue and take action where considered appropriate.