On 4/30/1996 , the vessel LITTLE MARK II (Official Number 802425) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - boarding, being on board, falling overboard from the ship in IMMEDIATELY NORTH-WEST OF LITTLE GREEN IS. NS.,.
The vessel, with 2 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 6/4/1996 1. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the SE at 20.00 knots.
Deckhand had foot caught by trap-line rope which carried him overboard. Rope broke. Rescued with aid of crew from other fishing vessel. Hospitalized for 5 days. The incident was not reported to either TSB or CCG as per Regulations.