On 8/28/1996 , the vessel SK JUNIOR (Official Number 710588) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - in contact with any part of the ship or its contents in DEEP COVE, BURRARD INLET, B.C.,.
The vessel, with 32 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 8/29/1996 . Weather at the time was reported as clear.
While hoisting lifeboat during lifeboat drill, handle ran back and struck crewmember in the face, causing serious injury.