On 6/8/1989 1, the vessel EASTPACK NO. 1 (Official Number 323542) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - in contact with any part of the ship or its contents in 20 NM SOUTH OF SAMBRO LIGHT, N.S.,.
The vessel, with 6 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 9/1/1989 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear.
WHILE RIGGING A ROPE THROUGH A BLOCK, SEAMAN FELL & INJURED HIS HEAD Note: formerly OccNo : 9708-5-89