On 8/18/2000 , the vessel NEWFIE PRIDE (Official Number 813682) was involved in a person seriously injured or killed - in contact with any part of the ship or its contents in SECURED ALONGSIDE FOGO ISLAND, NFLD, NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR (NL).
The vessel, with 0 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 10/24/2000. Weather at the time was reported as clear with winds from the N at 0.00 knots.
Changing power block on "A-frame" in F/V NEWFIE PRIDE a seaman slipped and fell, landing on the railing below. Block fell striking same seaman knocking him into the water. Seaman recovered unconscious/no breathing. Died later due to injuries.