On 5/7/1989 1, the vessel LA NORMANDE (Official Number 260256) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - in contact with any part of the ship or its contents in 60 NM NW OF CORNER BROOK, NEWFOUNDLAND,.
The vessel, with 16 persons on board, experienced the incident while engaged in regular operations. Fortunately, the ship was able to continue its voyage. No injuries or fatalities were reported, and there was pollution.
This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 11/8/1989 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 20.00 knots.
CHIEF MATE SEVERED A FINGER WHILE WORKING WITH THE TRAWL DOORS Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89