Shetland fishing boat sinking: 'Tired' skipper criticised

[FlyingGoose]

Interesting reading as it affects us mere mortals and how we sail and plan and maybe relies on to much on electronics

• The passage from the fishing grounds to Scrabster was not properly planned
• An effective lookout was not maintained
• The judgment and performance of the skipper, who was on watch at the time, might have been adversely affected by fatigue
• The set-up of electronic navigation equipment adversely affected the skipper's ability to monitor the vessel's position and identify hazards.

'Tired' skipper criticised over boat sinking

 

[srm]

Interesting reading as it affects us mere mortals and how we sail and plan and maybe relies on to much on electronics

• The passage from the fishing grounds to Scrabster was not properly planned
• An effective lookout was not maintained
• The judgment and performance of the skipper, who was on watch at the time, might have been adversely affected by fatigue

'Tired' skipper criticised over boat sinking

Sadly, that is the reality of the fishing industry and will apply to most boats heading to market. Unless, of course, things have changed in the ten years since I retired. Note: This comment is based on speaking to a few hundred fishermen over a 20 plus year career in nautical education.

 

[Uricanejack]

I have still to read the report.
I sometimes am reluctant to read them. Unfortunately some hit just a little close. Not uncommon. I know a lot of fishermen or should I say I know a lot of ex fishermen. It a hard life to make a living at.
Its always very sad when I hear or read of a lost boat or life, particularly knowing most could be prevented.