Transfers By Personnel Basket

The transfer of personnel between vessels and installations using personnel baskets has been common practice in the offshore oil and gas industry for many years and the hazards are well known. However, seafarers on cargo vessels are less likely to participate in such transfers and may not be familiar with this activity or the potential hazards. With an increasing number of tankers being requested to conduct personnel transfers by basket during Ship to Ship (STS) operations and at offshore terminals, it is important that seafarers recognize the risks involved.

This Bulletin is intended to provide seafarers with an understanding of personnel basket transfers and the precautionary measures that should be taken to reduce the risk of incidents. The details may also be used as an aide memoire by seafarers working on vessels in the offshore industry and as a reference tool by companies when drafting appropriate procedures for the Safety Management System (SMS). In addition, flag states, local authorities, the industry sector, industry associations and charterers may have specific requirements regarding personnel basket transfers which should also be taken into account. Vessels that may conduct personnel transfers by basket should be guided by suitable SMS procedures covering all aspects of the operation.

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