1176 Offshore Anchor Handling (Edition 2) - Trailer

Working on board an anchor handling vessel (AHV), is an experience unlike that of working on board most other types of ship. It is more exacting and more hazardous
because the operations involved in offshore anchor handling are very complex and weather dependent. Only highly trained seafarers can work on these vessels,
whether officers or deckhands. At all times and in every case the importance of safety is
emphasised. Every operation is preceded by risk assessment conducted by the Master and a toolbox talk between everyone involved in the operation. Nothing is left to chance. No operation is carried out if the weather is unsuitable for it and any that has been started will be halted if the weather becomes detrimental. Safety always comes first. In deep sea operations the tasks become even more complex because more than one
AHV may be involved due to the heavier chains and other equipment deployed.
Communication between the rig and the vessels is vitally important. All functions must be co-ordinated as the operation progresses. The programme concludes with the illustration of the various new anchors and anchor handling techniques that are being developed for deep water anchor handling operations. A workbook is available with the
DVD to facilitate an effective training programme.