Australia has begun an investigation into the incident on the 13,700-dwt Happy Buccaneer (built 1984) at the Roy Hill facility in Port Hedland.

An Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) spokesman said the men were moving equipment when their legs became trapped.

A Roy Hill spokesperson told the West Australian daily: “Roy Hill is a major operator in Port Hedland and has a highly capable emergency response and medical team based in Port Hedland.

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