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When employees are working in or on lifeboats, it should be secured in a way that ensures it does not fall. Lifeboats in stored position on Navy vessel
Figure 1: Lifeboats in stored position on Navy vessel.

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Potential Hazards:

Injuries may occur when:
  • Workers fall out of lifeboats.
  • The lifeboat is released with workers inside.
Requirements and Example Solutions:
  • Before workers are permitted to work in or on a lifeboat, the lifeboat must be secured to prevent accidental release. [1915.96(a)]
  • Workers must not work on the outboard side unless the lifeboat is secured. [1915.96(c)]
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