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ACCIDENT PREVENTION CAN BE AIDED BY PROPER MAINTENANCE IS THE SUBJECT OF A USCG SAFETY ALERT


USCG has released a Safety Alert using the example of a commercial airboat incident which lost steering and hit a tree, resulting in a few serious injuries. The Safety Alert aims to remind operators and marine surveyors of the importance of recognising risks and ensuring proper maintenance and repairs.


In this case with the airboat, a deformed connection was the cause. Namely, the end of the body of the steering cable is secured to the vessel and locked in place by two nuts. See image A.


Attached near this fitting is a sleeve which covers the final end of the enclosed cable. The end of the sleeve is inserted into the end of the main cable body which is then crimped inward.


A rubber foot covers this joint, in order to prevent dirt and debris from entering into the cable body and interfering with the enclosed cable’s movement. The crimped connection allows for some angular movement at the end of the cable.


Over time, the crimped connection can become deformed due to the stresses occurring at the joint. In the above mentioned case, the parts separated and the end of the cable lost its linear rigidity, putting slack into the control cable and causing a loss of control of the steering foils.


As a result of this information and other similar instances the USCG recommends operators, with the maintenance of these and all vessel types, the following:


– To develop an operational paradigm where maintenance and repair items are evaluated carefully, recognizing the potentials risks associated with their operation should the repair or maintenance item not be properly performed or achieved in a timely manner.


– For airboat operators specifically: Operators of airboats that use flexible type steering control cables are reminded of the need to thoroughly inspect cables before use, including areas under the dust boots. Due to the forces encountered on airboat applications, owners are also encouraged to ensure these cables are properly maintained and to immediately replace a worn cable. Operators are discouraged from attempting to repair a factory crimp.


Read the full article and download the safety alert at: http://bit.ly/2DjSCry TRANSPORT CANADA UNVEILS NEW ARCTIC SHIPPING SAFETY AND POLLUTION PREVENTION REGULATIONS


To uphold the Government of Canada’s high standards for marine shipping in the north, Transport Canada has introduced new Arctic Shipping Safety and Pollution Prevention Regulations. The regulations incorporate the International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (the Polar Code) into Canada’s domestic legislation.


The Polar Code addresses the unique hazards encountered by certain vessels that operate in the Arctic and Antarctic. The Polar Code and Canada’s new regulations include a variety of safety and pollution prevention measures, including those related to vessel design and equipment, vessel operations and crew training. Drawing from decades of experience as an Arctic regulator, Canada played a key leadership role in developing the Polar Code at the International Maritime Organization.


In addition, Transport Canada is taking action to protect the Canadian coasts and support safe and responsible shipping in Arctic waters through the Oceans Protection Plan. The Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport, announced in August 2017 more than $175 million in funding to help protect Arctic waters.


As part of the Oceans Protection Plan, the Government committed to reviewing the Pilotage Act to support the delivery of safe, efficient and environmentally responsible pilotage services. The ongoing review addresses a wide range of topics including governance, safety, labour models, tariffs, economic considerations and emerging issues, including pilotage in the North.


16 | The Report • March 2018 • Issue 83


Safety Briefings


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