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Old COPI Document No.: COPI-HS-ST-00001 Sec.P.003 Personnel Transfer
ID-G-BU-00000-0000
0-00418.pdf
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Contents
Contents.................................................................................................................................................... 3
Appendices............................................................................................................................................... 3
1 Purpose ........................................................................................................................................ 4
2 Application ................................................................................................................................... 4
3 References ................................................................................................................................... 4
4 Definitions .................................................................................................................................... 4
5 Responsibilities ........................................................................................................................... 4
6 Procedures................................................................................................................................... 4
6.1 FROG Marine Personnel Transfer Capsule ................................................................................4
5.1.1 Weather:.....................................................................................................................................4
6.2 Swing Rope Procedure...............................................................................................................6
5.2.1. Weather......................................................................................................................................6
5.2.2 Personnel Requirement ..............................................................................................................6
5.2.3 Swing Rope Inspection ......................................................................................................6
5.2.4 Personnel Transfer Support..............................................................................................7
5.2.5 Decision......................................................................................................................................7
5.2.6 Execution....................................................................................................................................7
5.3 Personnel basket (Billy Pugh) Procedure ...................................................................................8
5.3.1 Weather......................................................................................................................................8
5.3.2 Personnel Condition ...................................................................................................................8
5.3.3 Personnel Basket Inspection ......................................................................................................8
5.3.4 Departing and Landing Platform .................................................................................................8
5.3.5 Personnel Transfer Support........................................................................................................8
5.3.6 Decision......................................................................................................................................9
5.3.7 Execution....................................................................................................................................9
5.4 Gangway ....................................................................................................................................9
5.4.1 Requirement of Gangway ...........................................................................................................9
5.4.2 Weather......................................................................................................................................9
5.4.3 Personnel Condition ...................................................................................................................9
Gangway Inspection................................................................................................................................9
5.4.4 Transfer Conditions ..................................................................................................................10
5.4.5 Personnel Transfer Support (applicable only for boats) ............................................................10
5.4.6 Decision....................................................................................................................................10
5.4.7 Execution..................................................................................................................................10
5.5 Pilot Ladder ..............................................................................................................................10
5.5.1 Pre-Use Requirements of Pilot Ladder: ....................................................................................10
5.5.2 Requirements of Pilot Ladder: ..................................................................................................11
6 Pilot Ladder Inspection .............................................................................................................11
6.1 Execution:.................................................................................................................................11
Appendices
Appendix A - Referenced Documents................................................................................................... 12
Appendix B - Table Comparison of Personnel Transfer Mode ........................................................... 13
Appendix C – Pictures of Personnel Transfer Mode ........................................................................... 14
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1 Purpose
To ensure that all transfers of personnel from a platform to a vessel and vice-versa is
done safely and in line with COPI safety expectations regardless of the method used.
2 Application
All COPI offshore facilities.
3 References
COPI Rigging, Slinging & Mechanical Handling Standard, ID-G-BU-GG0-POL-GN-00-
00010
4 Definitions
Marine Personnel Transfer Capsule: A piece of lifting equipment specially designed for
the safe transfer of personnel between a platform and a boat and vice-versa using the
platform crane as the lifting device. Commonly called a FROG Personnel Transfer
Capsule within COPI.
Swing rope: a rope which is attached to a rigid structure just above water level such that
personnel are able to use it to swing from the platform to the supply vessel and vice-
versa.
Personnel basket: a piece of lifting apparatus designed to transfer personnel over water
from a platform to a vessel and vice-versa using the platform crane as the lifting device.
Gangway: A ramp used as a removable footway between a vessel and a pier or platform.
Pilot ladder: a hanging ladder of ropes or chains supporting wooden or metal rungs or
steps. Also known as a Jacob's ladder or a jack ladder.
5 Responsibilities
VP Operations is responsible for the creation of the policy and procedure for personnel
transfer and lifting within COPI. The Offshore Operations Senior Managers, or their
delegates, are accountable for the implementation of the policy and procedures within
their management remit.
6 Procedures
Personnel Transfer Mode: It shall be COPI policy that the first choice of personnel
transfer method will be by FROG Personnel Transfer Capsule. Any deviation from this
requirement requires approval from management through HSE exception.
5.1.3 Inspection
• Prior to use: Person in charge of transfer is to visually check condition of the FROG
Marine Personnel Transfer Capsule (as per check list):
o The FROG is fully certified and its data plate is stamped with a visual
inspection date not more than 6 months ago and a load test date not more
than 12 months ago.
o The sling is in good condition, no damage, not kinked/twisted.
o The safety latch works well.
o It must be equipped with two tag lines with minimum length of 10 feet,
without knots or frayed ends.
o Each leg of the lifting sling is correctly attached to the appropriate lifting eye
via screw pin shackles with spilt pins in place.
o Check that two M16 bolts, nuts and wire seals that secure the lifting points to
the Main Support Tube are properly fitted.
o Check the Back-up Lifting eyebolt, nut and wire seal are fitted correctly and
in good order.
o Check all Seat Harnesses to ensure that the release buckles operate
properly. Check that all Seat Harness attachment points are secure.
o Check that the roll pin in the Keel Plate Nut is in position.
o Check that all capsule fittings, framework and buoyancy are in good order.
• Semi annual and annual inspections shall be carried out as per manufacture
guidance.
• Semi annual inspection to include sling inspection.
5.1.6 Decision:
• Captain and Person in charge of transfer:
o To decide on use of FROG Marine Personnel Transfer Capsule based on
conditions.
o To decide to which side of the offshore facility to use for transfer.
• Site Line Management approval:
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o Use the rope to support full body weight rather than stepping onto boat/landing.
o Do not let the rope get between legs, as it might interfere during landing.
o Do not step on boat bumper.
o Do not release the rope until you completely reach the landing platform. If your
timing is off and you miss the landing platform, do not let go off the rope, continue
your swing and you will be assisted by the dispatchers or landing crews to land
safely.
• Escort:
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5.3.6 Decision
• Captain and Dispatcher:
o To decide mode of personnel transfer, Billy Pugh, based on conditions.
o To decide to which side of facility to land.
• Individual Discretion:
o Personnel have the right to abort the Personnel Basket transfer.
5.3.7 Execution
• Personnel to transfer:
o Wear required PPE (including work vest). The helmet has to be strapped to the chin.
o Hands free of “carry items” during the swing with no back packs.
o If rain coat is used, wear it properly, must be buttoned up.
• Proper Personnel Transfer Techniques:
o Queue and take turn boarding the Billy Pugh.
o Do not obstruct the boat captain’s view.
o Maximum of 4 personnel allowed at one time, avoid single person transfer where
possible (especially for visitor).
o Wear a work vest and fasten it securely.
o Do not linger when boarding from a vessel.
o Stand on outer rim of basket and face inwards.
o Grip firmly on the net ropes with both arms through the rope netting, cross arms
and hold firm.
o Keep feet apart and flex your knees.
o Be prepared for sharp jerks during lift off.
o Do not jump before Billy Pugh is landed properly.
o Cushion the landing by flexing your knees.
o On landing, unlock arms, step off and move away from Billy Pugh.
o Crane operator is to swing the personnel basket immediately after clearance of
obstacles to keep it physically minimum time over the boat/platform.
5.4 Gangway
5.4.1 Requirement of Gangway
• Material: aluminum or steel, non slip footway.
• Equipped with handrail (3 feet height, diameter 1 ¼”) and mid-rails on both sides.
• One end of the gangway is equipped with roller.
• Regularly inspected and maintained.
• Not less than 20 inches wide walking surface.
• Electrical grounding is required to connect departing and landing platforms.
• Gangway shall be supported by approved engineering design.
• Gangway has to be certified by marine class inspectorate.
5.4.2 Weather
• Maximum swell: 3 - 4 feet
• Maximum wind speed: 15 knots
5.4.3 Personnel Condition
Physically healthy. Person in charge of the transfer to confirm with the personnel on
his/her condition.
Gangway Inspection
o Ensure checking has been conducted by checking the inspection tag.
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• Boat Captain:
o Has the right to reject or accept the personnel transfer using Gangway.
o To give signal when the transfer can commence.
o To ensure that the assigned Boat Crew has been trained for Gangway personnel
transfer operation.
• Boat Crew:
o To wear required PPE and work vest.
o Minimum of 1 Boat Crews to assist personnel during transfer.
• Person in charge of transfer
o To wear required PPE and work vest.
o To be identifiable as person in charge of transfer.
o To communicate with Boat Crew and Boat Captain using hand free radio.
o Has been trained for Gangway personnel transfer and has 6 months field
experience.
• Escort:
Visitors shall be accompanied by experienced personnel during field tour.
5.4.6 Decision
Captains and Person in charge of transfer:
o To decide mode of personnel transfer (Gangway) based on weather condition.
o To decide to which side of facility to land.
• Site Line Management approval:
o Accountable in ultimate decision on the mode of personnel transfer.
5.4.7 Execution
• Wear required PPE (including work vest).
• If rain coat is used, wear it properly must be buttoned up.
• Hold handrails.
Note: Work vest is not required for personnel transfer on Jetty.
5.5 Pilot Ladder
Pilot ladder installed on offshore platform/vessel is used only for emergency
condition/evacuation.
Requirements below are applied for pilot ladder installed at third party’s tankers during
off-take.
5.5.1 Pre-Use Requirements of Pilot Ladder:
• Wind speed < 20 knots and sea state max. 6 feet.
• Pilot ladder in use must be built and rigged to SOLAS compliant (Chapter V,
Regulation 23 and IMO Resolution A.889 (21)). Pre-use inspection must be
conducted by COPI reps.
• Any transfer by Pilot Ladder shall require vessel’s Master authorization, and to be
attended by officer and a deck party all the times.
• The rigged pilot ladder must be on the leeward side of the vessel.
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• Boat operator while alongside the pilot ladder has to maneuver the boat properly
and also be extremely aware of the safety of the boarding party.
Marine
Personnel Pilot Personnel
Swing Rope Gangway
Basket Ladder Transfer
Capsule
Swell 3-4 feet 5-7 feet 3-4 feet - 5-7 feet
Offshore
Wind Speed 15 knots 20 knots 15 knots - Crane
Limitation *
Gap:
• Elevation 1 feet 6 inches
- - - -
• Horizontal 2 feet
Slope - - 15 degrees - -
* and vessel motion maximum heave 2m with vessel max pitch 100 and roll 100.
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Pic.C.3. Gangway
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