NOSEDA v. HOVERLLOYD LTD

[1974] 1 Lloyd's Rep. 448

QUEEN'S BENCH DIVISION

Before His Honour Judge Richards (sitting as an additional Judge)

Master and servant - Safe system of working - Lorry lashed to flight deck of hovercraft - Likelihood of excessive vibration and danger there in rough weather unless captain altered course or speed - Lashings working loose - Deck supervisor falling and injuring ankle when inspecting them - Whether safe system of work provided by employers - Whether deck supervisor guilty of contributory negligence. Damages - Personal injuries - Injury to ankle - Seaman rendered unfit for further service at sea - Only fit for land job not involving strain on ankle.