Tips for Deck Lifting Equipment on Ships

Deck lifting equipment such as gantry cranes, common cargo crane, provision crane, and derrick etc. help in moving heavy loads/cargo on board ships. As these deck machinery systems are subjected to continuous loading, their parts wear down at a faster rate, thus requiring maintenance at regular intervals of time. Inability to do so can lead to system failure, unfortunate accidents, and loss of lives and property.

Mentioned below are ten important checks to be made while operating deck lifting equipment.

• Keep the Load Below Safe Working Load Value (SWL)

• Appropriate Certificates

• Only the Right Person Should Operate the Equipment

• Know the Equipment

• Efficient Lubrication

• Check the Wires

• Use the Securing Clamp

• Check the Weight of the Load:

• Check the Anticipated Path

• Check for Cracks in the Base:

• Check Proper Lighting

• Ship’s Load Distribution/Load plan

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