298-Cargo Operations / 748
Car
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Op
erations
BOS-PRD-07.900602
When determining the type and extent of restraining arrangements required the
Master
shall
consider the
following factors:
x
The motion characteristics of the vessel;
x
The anticipated weather conditions;
x
The freeboard;
x
The nature of the cargo;
x
The number of installations to be worked.
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lines
Tag lines are particularly useful with alignment of cargo on fixed platforms and with flat bed motor vehicles
(trucks) however they can introduce additional hazards and risks on the deck of a moving supply vessel
where work areas and escape routes are often severely limited or restricted.
Some clients have a requirement for compulsory tag line use on all crane lifts and efforts
shall
be made to
comply with clients requirements, including appropriate risk assessment to adequately manage the
requirement. However, this requirement does not necessitate approaching suspended loads or making
attempts to hold or secure tag lines in efforts to assist crane operators positioning cargo.
Risk is manageable by elimination of hazards and remaining clear of a swinging load until it has been
landed; compliance with the Clear Deck Policy is a safe approach that
shall
ensure risk is maintained to an
absolute minimum.
Special provision is made for giving assistance with personnel transfers (Billy Pugh/Frog) whereby crew are
permitted to assist in the safe operation of the transfer by handling the attached tag line.
More specific details can be found in the
Guidelines for the Safe Packing and Handling of Cargo to and from
Offshore Locations
, Appendix 11 – UKOOA.
4.
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Clear
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BOURBON has adopted a Clear Deck Policy for all crews working with suspended loads on all Affiliate
Company owned and operated vessels as below;
All personnel
shall
remain within designated safe areas until suspended loads have been finally positioned
and landed by crane operators and pendant or stinger lines are slack and free from tension or crane
operated movement; this requirement applies to port and similar location operations.
4.
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arrival
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The following arrival and departure checks
shall
be made:
x
All lifting material is certified as per lifting equipment procedures;
x
Cargo lifting arrangements (slings, shackles etc) are identified by the colour code in operation and
their good condition visually confirmed;
x
Cargo carrying units (containers, baskets, skids, boxes etc) are confirmed as being in good condition
and are suitable for purpose;
x
All slings on any bundled cargo items (drill pipe etc) are tight and sufficient;
x
Each cargo item has been be visually checked to ensure that no loose items such as tools, shackles,
debris could fall and cause injury;
x
Any container or basket doors and other openings are properly fastened and secure;
x
Any items loaded on skids, inside open top cargo carrying units or any other carrying unit with
access is properly and adequately secured;
x
The electrical connections on any refrigerated containers are compatible with the vessel’s deck
connections and that the unit’s compressors operate properly after being connected. Report any
malfunction to the
Contra
c
ts Mana
g
er
or the installation responsible person if back loaded offshore;
x
Ensure that all cargo units are ready to be hooked up for lifting;
Version 04. Original date: 22/06/2012. Version date: 31/12/2014. Valid version only on QMS site. Uncontrolled document when printed.
Procedure prepared by: BOS Operations Department Project Manager. Approved by: BOS Operations Manager Director. Validated by: BOS Quality Representative
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