Fire onboard ships can occur at the most unlikeliest of the places. One such fire incident took place in a container ship vessel at one of the least expected places. The fire occurred in a container ship’s gymnasium. The crew responded properly to the event and quickly extinguished it. As a result of the fire, there was considerable smoke and fire damage to the bulkheads, ceiling and some sports equipment. Result of investigation 1 The crew had not used the gymnasium for three days prior to the incident, but the lights were left on; 2 It is suspected that a defective electrolytic capacitor of a panel ceiling light had overheated, and the escaping hot electrolyte and molten plastic sheath fell on and ignited a plastic mat lying on the deck directly below it; 3 The Chief Engineer reported that he had already detected poor quality capacitors from the same manufacturer in the past, but he had not reported this matter to the company. A check revealed a further eleven capacitors which showed evidence of overheating and ejection of electrolyte. Corrective/preventative actions 1 All capacitors of the same brand were removed from light fittings on board; 2 Crew members were reminded that the prompt reporting of even relatively insignificant faults or abnormalities can prevent accidents and generally improve health and safety; 3 Lights in unoccupied spaces and compartments not forming part of machinery spaces, accesses and/or working areas should be switched off when not required; 4 A safety alert was sent to all vessels with instructions to discuss the incident at the next safety meeting and to implement the above practices. Disclaimer : The information on this website is for general purposes only. While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, we make no warranties of any kind regarding completeness, reliability, or suitability. Any reliance you place on such information is at your own risk. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of this website. Related Posts Real Life Incident: Collision Of Container Ship and General Cargo Ship Leads To Sinking And Fatalities Real Life Incident: Collision and Sinking of Small Craft in Shipping Lane Real Life Incident: Crew Saved but Ship Lost Real Life Incident: Pin Holes Create Pathway To Fatal Reckoning Related Posts Real Life Incident: Collision Of Container Ship and General Cargo Ship Leads To Sinking And Fatalities Real Life Incident: Collision and Sinking of Small Craft in Shipping Lane Real Life Incident: Crew Saved but Ship Lost Disclaimer : The information on this website is for general purposes only. While efforts are made to ensure accuracy, we make no warranties of any kind regarding completeness, reliability, or suitability. Any reliance you place on such information is at your own risk. We are not liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of this website. Related Articles Real Life Incident: Collision Of Container Ship and General Cargo Ship Leads To Sinking And Fatalities Real Life Incident: Collision and Sinking of Small Craft in Shipping Lane Real Life Incident: Crew Saved but Ship Lost Latest News Real Life Incident: Pin Holes Create Pathway To Fatal Reckoning Real Life Incident: Engine Cadet Loses Life Due To Fumigation Real Life Incident: Poisoning From Fumigant Takes Lives Of Chief And Third Officers Real Life Incident: Engine Room Crew Member Dies Because Of Watertight Door Real Life Incident: Engine Crew Member’s Finger Crushed Real Life Incident: Major Injur