RedactedNarrative: On 9/6/2017, vessel LA-5629-GC, was traveling downstream in the Amite River Diversion Canal when his vessel collided with a work barge which was anchored to the shoreline.  As a result of this collision operator suffered severe injuries.
  
  Investigative conclusions identified 3 factors which caused him to (1) be inattentive and (2) fail to maintain a proper lookout. (3) Said work barge did not have the proper/required lighting on the downstream side.  
  
  vessel was found to be in possession of all of the required safety equipment including PFD’s.  Alcohol is not suspected as being a contributing factor  in this incidents occurrence.
  