On 4/14/1989 , the vessel SAMSON (Official Number 812293) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - in contact with any part of the ship or its contents in HOSKYN CHANNEL, EAST SIDE QUADRA ISLAND B.C.,.

The vessel, with 3 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 none pollution.

This incident was officially recorded by Transport Canada on 9/27/1990 . Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the W at 2.00 knots.

DECKHAND KILLED BY UNSECURED FLOAT FALLING FROM CRANE'S HOIST LINE