Potential Hazards:
Injuries due to falling out of lifeboats or the lifeboat being released
from suspension with workers inside.
Requirements and Example Solutions:
- Before workers are permitted to work on or in a lifeboat, the lifeboat must be secured to prevent accidental release.
[1915.96(a)]
- Workers must not remain in boats while the boats are hoisted into final stowed position.
[1915.96(b)]
- Workers must not work on the outboard side unless the lifeboat is secured.
[1915.96(c)]
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Figure 1: Workers subjected to fall hazards in suspended lifeboat.
Figure 2: Improper practice: Worker must not be in a life boat while it is hoisted into the final stowed position.
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