Marine Accident Investigation Procedures Flashcards
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In the 'change analysis' technique, investigators compare the accident sequence to a normal reference case in order to:
Answer: Identify deviations from normal operations that contributed to the accident
Change analysis highlights differences between what actually occurred and how the operation should have proceeded, helping pinpoint contributing deviations.
When an investigator obtains a Voyage Data Recorder (VDR) from a casualty vessel, which immediate action is most critical?
Answer: Securing and preserving the protected capsule and making a forensic copy before any playback
The VDR capsule must be secured immediately and a forensic copy made to prevent data degradation or accidental overwriting before official analysis.
The SHELL model used in marine human factors investigation represents which set of elements?
Answer: Software, Hardware, Environment, Liveware, Liveware
The SHELL model (Software, Hardware, Environment, Liveware-center, Liveware-other) maps interactions between human operators and all system components to identify human factors gaps.
Which principle governs the sharing of a Safety Investigation Report between the flag state and a substantially interested state under the 2008 Casualty Investigation Code?
Answer: Draft reports must be circulated to substantially interested states for comment before finalization
The 2008 Casualty Investigation Code requires that draft safety investigation reports be sent to substantially interested states for review and comment prior to publication.
A 'proximate cause' in a marine accident investigation is best described as:
Answer: The immediate direct cause that produced the harmful outcome
The proximate cause is the final, direct act or condition that immediately produced the casualty, distinct from underlying root causes.
What is the purpose of a 'go-team' rapid deployment in major marine casualty investigations?
Answer: To reach the scene quickly and preserve perishable evidence before it is altered or lost
Go-teams deploy rapidly to preserve time-sensitive physical evidence, conduct immediate witness interviews, and document the scene before conditions change.
Under 46 USC 6301, a marine employer's failure to conduct a required chemical testing following a serious marine incident is subject to:
Answer: Civil penalties up to $35,000 per violation
46 USC 6301 authorizes civil penalties up to $35,000 per violation against marine employers who fail to conduct post-incident chemical testing as required.