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ESM,
CHANDIGARH IS MOVING TO NEW PREMISES
A SPARKLING, SPACIOUS OFFICE IN THE HEART OF COMMERCIAL
DISTRICT
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Heartiest
congratulations to ESM,Chandigarh on their relocation to new
premises from 01st February,2005. It is a matter of great
pride for all of us and evidence of the growth the company
has achieved so far and the ESM,Chandigarh's contribution
towards this growth.
The new location, just a block opposite the old office has
been renovated to accommodate the growing needs of the ever
increasing number of ESM sailing staff from that part of the
country. Incidentally, ESM is the first ever international
ship management company with a full scale manning operation
from Chandigarh and this is the fifth year of our successful
operation from there. We wish Capt. Bhatia and his team the
very best and continued success in future.
New office address:
SCO 427-428 (FIRST FLOOR)
SECTOR 35-C, CHANDIGARH (160022)
TEL: 91-172-2600417; FAX: 91-172-2645417
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LIFE
BOAT TEST - NEAR CASUALTY NARRATIVE |
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During
re-hooking of the lifeboat after the launching test,
extensive movements of the lifting blocks and falls
were encountered due to heavy swell. Hoisting was then
commenced by the mechanical winch.
A strange “jumping” and “unbalance”
between the forward and aft wire falls was soon noticed.
The hoisting operation was stopped when the lifeboat
was about halfway up. It was noticed that the aft wire
had escaped from the upper sheave and was jammed between
the sheave and the block body.
The
lifeboat was then secured with extra wires and chain
blocks. The crew was taken safely on board the ship
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again
by rope ladder and safety belts. The wire, sheave
and block were thoroughly examined and refitted. The
boat was safely raised and stowed.
Extent of damage
No damage to personnel or equipment.
Probable cause
It was likely that the heavy sea conditions caused
the aft wire fall to escape from the upper sheave
due to the extensive movement of the lifting blocks
and falls during the re-hooking. |
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A
thorough examination of the lifeboat, davits, wires,
sheaves, block etc. is strongly recommended before
the test. |
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Before
starting a lifeboat test, the sea conditions are to
be considered for safe launching and recovery. |
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During
recovery of the lifeboat the following should be considered:
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Lift
the lifeboat about one meter above the water level
and stop the winch. |
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Confirm
by visual inspection or communication with lifeboat
crew that hooks, securing pins, sheave blocks,
wires etc. are in correct position before recovery
is completed. |
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In
case of any doubt, stop the test, disembark the crew
from the lifeboat, and complete the recovery of the
lifeboat without anybody on board.
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