Personnel Transfer Procedure (PEX), Reva

INTRA OIL SERVICES BERHAD
LEVEL 18, TOWER 2,

VSQ @ PJCC, JALAN UTARA
46200 PETALING JAYA
SELANGOR DARUL EHSAN, MALAYSIA
PERSONAL TRANSFER
PROCEDURE
M3DRA-PLATFORM,
M3 FIELD, OFFSHORE SARAWAK, MALAYSIA
PERDANA EXCELSIOR
INTRA OIL SERVICES BERHAD T7 PCSB

PREPARED BY REVIEWED BY APPROVED BY ACKNOWLEDGED BY ACKNOWLEDGED BY
SIGN
NAME RUS CAPT ZAINI FAZURIN

DATE 11/05/2023 11/05/2023 11/05/2023
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1.0 INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................ 2
2.0 SCOPE .......................................................................................................................... 2
3.0 DEFINITIONS……………………………………………………….……………………….…2
4.0 RISK ASSESSMENT INVOLVING PERSONNEL TRANSFER ………………………..3-4
5.0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)…………………………………………4-5
6.0 LIFE VEST / PERSONAL FLOATATION DEVICE (PFD)………………………….……….5
7.0 HEAD PROTECTION ………………………………………………………………….……...5
8.0 IMMERSION (SURVIVAL) SUIT………………………………………………………………5
9.0 OTHER PPE……………………………………………………………………………………..5
10.0 OFFSHORE PERSONNEL TRANSFER BY CRANE…………………………….…….5-13.
11.0 OFFSHORE PERSONNEL TRANSFER BY SWING ROPE………………………….14-20
12.0 PERSONNEL TRANSFER BY GANGWAY ……………………………………………21-25
13.0 BIBLIOGRAPHY………….……………………………………………………...…………….26
14.0 APPENDIX ……………….……………………………………………………...…………27-32
Appendix 1 - Marine Manual of Permitted Operation (Marine MOPO)
Appendix 2 - Recommended Monthly Inspection Procedures for Personnel Carriers
Appendix 3 - Recommended Procedures for Personnel Entry / Exit the Carrier
Appendix 4 - Recommended Do’s and Don’ts during Swing Rope Transfer
Appendix 5 - Recommended Action for Person Fall Into the Water during Transfer
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
This procedures is intended to provide a guidance to all personnel whenever

transferring between boat and structure and vice versa via following means :
a) Gangway / Personnel Access Platform (PAP)
b) Personnel Transfer Carrier
c) Swing Rope
2.0 SCOPE
2.1 This procedures shall cover :

Personnel transfer activities for offshore (e.g. platforms, floaters and marine
vessels), ports and harbours (e.g. piers, jetties, quays and shipyards) involving
personnel transfer to or from marine vessel.
2.2 This procedures excludes :

Personnel transfer via Helicopter at Offshore Platform or facilities that are
covered under PTS 18.56.02 Aviation Operation, including the marine pilot
transfer to the vessel using a helicopter.
3.0 DEFINITIONS
PAP - Personnel Access Platform

SIMOPS - Simultaneous Operations
MOPO - Marine Of Permitted Operation
PFD - Personal Floatation Device
FPSO - Floating Production Storage and Offloading
DOSH - Department of Occupational Safety and Health
OEM - Original Equipment Manufacturers
PTS - Petronas Technical Standards
BLO - Boat Landing Officer
CSR - Client Site Representative
OIM - Offshore Installation Manager
FCB - Fast Crew Boat
PLP - Personnel Landing Platform
SWL - Safe Work Load
NDT - Non Destructive Test
MOB - Man Overboard
IMO - International Maritime Organization
SOLAS - Safe of Life at Sea
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4.0 RISK ASSESSMENT INVOLVING PERSONNEL TRANSFER
4.1 All personnel transfer overwater, irrespective of the method used shall require a
formal risk assessment. The transfer shall be prevented if there is any concern
raised with regards to the safety of the operations.
4.2 Risk assessment of personnel transfer at sea shall include but not limited to the
following issues:
i. The necessity of the transfer in consideration to alternatives available
ii. Frequency of transfers and numbers of personnel involved
iii. The environmental conditions which can affect marine transfer as below:
a) Sea-state
Wave height, direction, and current will affect vessel motions and
be the main influencing factor for vessel station-keeping. In addition
to heave, the horizontal motions (surge, sway and yaw) will be
significant factors for pick up and landing phases on the vessel
deck. For a vessel to vessel transfers, pitch and roll will have an
impact on crane tip motions and control of the load.
b) Wind
Wind may impact the crane operator’s ability to control the load.
The limits specified for the crane and the transfer carrier both need
to be considered.
c) Light and visibility
Transfers at night and in poor weather conditions (rain and snow)
may impact the safety of the transfer. The risks of reliance on non-
visual communications shall be assessed.
d) Temperature
Low temperatures present additional risks to passengers, for
example, reducing the passengers’ ability to grip. Duty personnel
shall consider the risk of hypothermia, equipment limitations and
performance and emergency recovery procedures. Personnel shall
wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
e) Rain and snow
Rain and snow may also impact on the transfer, for example,
slippery deck area and less holding grip.
iv. Vessel movement - pitch, roll and heave
v. Lighting in all areas of the transfer
vi. Slip/trip hazards
vii. Station keeping ability of the vessel involved

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viii. Seaworthiness of all vessel
ix. Condition of all equipment used in personnel transfer including

certification where appropriate
x. Operability and constraint of lifting equipment
xi. Condition and availability of life-saving equipment, equipment and

procedures for recovery of personnel from the water including handling
injured personnel.
xii. Communications
a) At a minimum, a dedicated two-way radio communication link shall
exist between the crane operator, boat landing officer, vessel
master and deck crew. Radio communication protocol shall be
agreed upon and adhered to. Contingency communications shall
also be available.
b) Standard hand signals shall be used by deck crews to supplement
radio communications. Any language issues (differences between
the vessel crews and installation crews) should be considered and
strategies for ensuring clear communication shall be developed.
xiii. Simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) or other activities in the area
xiv. Training and competence of all personnel involved in assisting with and
making the transfer
xv. Personnel Physical Fitness
xvi. 1st time user to be accompanied by experienced personnel
xvii. Security Assessments
4.3 Approval to proceed with the transfer shall be in line with the conditions set out
in the Marine Matrix of Permitted Operation (Marine MOPO) as per Appendix 1
or site-specific MOPO which is more stringent.
5.0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)
5.1 Requirements for personal protective equipment shall take into consideration
according to the climatic conditions and operational needs. Selection shall
consider the risks associated with routine operations as well as emergencies, in
particular:
i. Seasonal water temperatures and survival times
ii. Temperature ranges, including wind chill factors
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iii. The proximity of overboard rescue facility, fast rescue craft and standby
vessels
iv. Deployment time and personnel capacity of rescue craft
v. Loss of power or failure of the crane
vi. Emergency evacuations including medical evacuation.
6.0 LIFE VEST / PERSONAL FLOATATION DEVICE (PFD)
6.1 Personnel to be transferred shall be provided with life vest / Personal Floatation
Device (PFD) that have self-righting capabilities that turn the unconscious
wearers to a face-up position, with consideration paid to the following:
i. Self-inflatable / partial inflatable type shall not be used except for near-
shore or harbour used.
ii. It shall not interfere with the use of harnesses or fall restraints, or the
ability to grip the carrier.
7.0 HEAD PROTECTION
7.1 Personnel to be transferred shall wear head protection incorporating a chin

strap.
8.0 IMMERSION (SURVIVAL) SUITS
8.1 Suitable immersion (survival) suit as per SOLAS Chapter III Regulation 7
Section 3 and Regulation 32 Section 3 and LSA Code Chapter II Section 2.3
shall be used for cold-weather regions. Snagging risks or restrictions on mobility
shall be identified, in particular seats and entry and exit points on the carrier.
9.0 OTHER PPE
9.1 Safety glasses, gloves, protective footwear and hearing protection may also be
required as per site-specific procedures.
10.0 OFFSHORE PERSONNEL TRANSFER BY CRANE
10.1 Introduction
This section provides the requirements to ensure that personnel transfers by
crane at offshore installations and facilities are conducted safely, whether for
routine crew changes or operational reasons including during emergencies. It is
intended for those planning, managing and performing such operations.
10.2 Crane Transfer System

In order to address the risks and to provide safe practices for crane transfer
operations, it is necessary to consider all elements in the system. Each part of
the system shall be evaluated on its own merit, and finally, the interactions of
the various elements of the whole system shall also be evaluated.
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10.3 Applicable legislation, standards and codes

10.3.1 PTS 18.52.06 Lifting and Hoisting shall be referred to, in addition to
the applicable legislation, codes and industry best practices.
10.3.2 PTS 18.57.01 section 4.0 Offshore Personnel Transfer by Crane.
10.4 Offshore installation

Cranes used for the transfer of personnel shall be positioned either on fixed or
floating structures, for example, platform, jack-up, semi-submersible, FPSO, or
barge. Crawler and a telescopic crane are not acceptable.
10.5 Crane
10.5.1 A crane suitable for personnel transfer shall be certified for lifting
people (man riding) with safety features for consideration in terms of
managing crane-related risks that as a minimum consists of:
i. Manual personnel mode selection
ii. Independent secondary braking
iii. Freefall prevention in the event of power failure
iv. Secondary power supply for load recovery
v. Emergency stop and lowering capability
vi. A clear line of sight for all vessel positions and the full trajectory
of the lift.
vii. The hook block shall be equipped with a safety latch.
10.5.2 Crane condition

10.5.2.1 All lifting equipment shall be well maintained in accordance
with international or national regulations, or industry
standards e.g. API RP 2D (Operation and Maintenance of
Offshore Cranes). If a crane has been modified, any
impacts on its operation and maintenance shall be
evaluated.
10.5.2.2 For personnel lifting services, all loose gear to be calculated

with a minimum static load of 10 times of the total load of
the personnel transfer carrier, i.e. deadweight of equipment
including loose gear plus the weight of the permissible load
or based on tested load for personnel lifting.
10.6 Vessel
10.6.1 A wide range of vessels equipped with suitable cranes is employed in
personnel transfer, from large, specialised offshore support vessels to
small crew transfer vessels. In all cases, vessel stability, station-
keeping, deck landing area and visibility from bridge shall all be
accounted for in assessing the suitability for each vessel and the
operational risks. The vessel shall provide a stable and safe landing
platform in all anticipated conditions of operation. Vessels shall be
assessed for their suitability including:
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i. Motion characteristics and station-keeping

The ability of the vessel to maintain station is a key safety
factor for assessment taking into account vessel motion
influenced by cargo and ballast configuration.
ii. View and communications from bridge

The vessel master shall have a clear view of the landing area
and suitable communications with deck crew. The vessel shall
have aft-facing bridge controls to allow the master to monitor
deck operations whilst maintaining station.
iii. Landing area

The vessel shall have a clear deck area with no tripping or
collision hazards. A landing target shall be marked on the
deck well clear of obstructions. The deck shall be anti-slip with
clear exit routes marked for passengers. Appropriate storage
shall be made for personnel carriers which are stored on
vessels.
10.7 Transfer carrier

10.7.1 Only devices designed specifically for the purpose of transferring
personnel between vessels and offshore installations shall be used.
These may be rigid-standing or rigid-seated devices.
10.7.2 The collapsible standing basket and work baskets shall not be used
for the transfer of personnel.
i. The carrier shall provide adequate protection for the personnel

to use it. The carrier shall be operated within the manufacturer’s
operational envelope. Design of the carrier shall include the
followings:
a) Appropriate restraints to protect passengers from falls or
impacts.
b) Shock absorption systems to protect passengers during
heavy landings.
c) The ability to float and self-right in the predicted worst-case
sea-states.
ii. Unimpaired entry and exit.

a) Lifting assembly comprising both a primary and back up
lines in the lifting assembly (to avoid a single point of
failure).
b) Lifting assembly should be supplied with the carrier. This
should be of sufficient length to ensure the crane hook
remains clear of the carrier and passengers.
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iii. Carrier condition

a) The carrier shall be maintained and inspected in
accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. All
critical load-bearing components shall be clearly identified
in maintenance schedules.
b) Safe Working Load (SWL) of each carrier shall be
prominently marked.
iv. Carrier types

There are two main types of carrier approved to be used as per
table 1:
LEVEL OF PROTECTION
CARRIER
TYPE PHOTO
VERTICAL LATERAL FALLS IMMERSION TRIP AND
IMPACTS IMPACTS ENTANGLEMENT
Rigid Low Medium Medium Low Medium

basket
Rigid High High High High High

capsule
Table 1. Acceptable protection level of carriers types.
10.8 Responsibilities
10.8.1 The table below outlines the main roles involved and their
responsibilities. The most critical roles are the crane operator and the
vessel master
Role Key Responsibilities

Installation manager Overall management of personnel and planning
Control and execution of lifting operations Crane
INSTALLATION
OFFSHORE
Crane operator condition checks

STAFF
Communication with vessel

Preparation of carrier
Deck crew (Installation), Directing and assisting passengers Handling
banksman & riggers carrier, rigging and luggage Communication with
the crane operator as signalman / banksman
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Planning of transfers
Supervisor on the unit with the crane to lead on
planning
Lifting supervisor Risk assessment
Pre-use check of the carrier, rigging and
certification
Toolbox talk and personnel briefings
Planning of transfer and vessel preparations
Toolbox talk and personnel briefings
VESSEL CREW
Communication with the installation Assessing

Vessel master weather and sea conditions Maintaining vessel
station
Control of vessel deck crews
Directing and assisting passengers, handling luggage
Deck crew (Vessel) Handling carrier and rigging Communication
with the crane operator
Safety advisor / Risk assessment facilitation Investigating
SUPPORT
STAFF
Safety representative hazards and complaints

Operations & maintenance Maintenance procedures and certification
TRANSFERRED
PERSONNEL
TO BE
Risk awareness Following

Regular / Visitors
instructions
Table 2. Roles and responsibilities personnel transfer by Crane
10.8.2 The responsibility for the safety of the personnel during transfer rests
with the respective Masters or Manager of the vessel or offshore
facilities involved. There shall be full cooperation between respective
Masters and Managers. They shall consider and evaluate with
appropriate input from other relevant personnel whether or not the
transfer can safely take place.
10.8.3 The final authorisation of personnel transfer shall remain with the
Master of the vessel from or to which the personnel is being
transferred
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10.9 Risk Involved With Personnel Transfer Using Crane
10.9.1 Area of an incident is likely to take place as follows:

i. Onboard Vessel - The majority of incidents occur on or near the
vessel (as opposed to the installation hosting the crane). Key
factors include vessel motions, due to heave or station keeping,
relative to the crane load.
ii. Offshore Installation
iii. Mid Transfer
These risks rise with the increasing sea state.
10.9.2 When Incidents occur during transfer:

i. Pick up
ii. Mid transfer
iii. Landing
10.9.3 Type of risk

i. Falls from the carrier
It has been the most significant risk, particularly associated with
collapsible baskets that are ridden externally and offer little or
no fall protection. The majority of falls occur following a collision
with cargo or part of the vessel structure, so are often
associated with lateral collisions. Falls can also be caused by
sudden or rapid movements of the crane or due to lifting
equipment failures.
ii. Lateral collisions
Lateral collisions occur most frequently during pick-up when the
lift is off-centre. Incorrect timing of the lift with the heave-cycle
can cause the carrier to collide with cargo or part of the vessel
structure, presenting serious risks to unprotected or
unrestrained passengers.
iii. Vertical impacts
Heavy vertical impacts usually occur when a carrier lands on a
heaving vessel. Timing landings in high sea states is challenging,
and mistimed landings can result in injuries depending on the type
of personnel carrier used. Vertical impacts can also occur when
the carrier lands on a bulwark or other equipment, or arise from
re-collision with the heaving vessel after pick up.
iv. Trips and entanglement
Passengers may face trip hazards when approaching,
embarking or disembarking a carrier. Deck crews may also face
the risk of entanglement with accessories for example tag lines
or other obstacles, particularly if the landing area is not clear or
too small.
v. Immersion
Immersion of passengers or the carrier may have happened. Any
impact or collision may result in unrestrained passengers being
thrown into the water. The failure of lifting equipment or
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misjudged landings can result in the immersion of the carrier.

The ability of a carrier to float and self-right should be
considered depending on the area of operations where the risk
is high, especially at temperate areas and shall be complied with
as a prerequisite of some national jurisdictions.
10.9.4 Training
i. Crane operator
a) shall be DOSH or equivalent certified.
b) be familiar with cargo lifting prior permitted for personnel
transfer.
ii. Other personnel
Familiarisation training shall be provided to all personnel
involved in crane transfer operations. This shall cover pre-
transfer inspection of the crane and carrier, passenger briefings,
crew briefings, operational procedures and emergency
operations.
10.9.5 Risk Assessment

i. The risk assessment shall be conducted for each installation,
project and vessel performing personnel transfer by crane
taking into account all risk involved as mentioned previously in
Section 4.0. The type and suitability of the carrier to be used shall
also be determined by the risk assessment that specific to the
installation or project.
ii. Risk assessments shall be shared between the personnel of
installations, projects and vessel prior to a new operation or
project.
10.10 Planning For Crane Transfer Operation

10.10.1 Rigging
i. The crane hook shall have a positive lockable latch.
ii. An additional back up sling shall be connected.
10.10.2 Tag lines

Tag lines shall be used to control the swing and orientation of the lifted
load
10.10.3 Inspection and maintenance

i. All equipment used for personnel transfer operations shall be
inspected and maintained according to the Original Equipment
Manufacturers (OEM) recommendations, local regulations and
relevant PTS.
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ii. Transfer equipment shall be included within a relevant planned

maintenance program, and maintenance shall be performed by
competent personnel in accordance with the manufacturer’s
recommendations.
iii. The wire rope lifting assembly (rigging) shall be considered as
the most critical component on the carrier due to its exposure
to damage and degradation and the severe consequence of
failure. For this reason, a conservative inspection and
replacement regime are shall be considered as essential to
avoid serious and potentially life-threatening risks if the
equipment failed. The following checks shall be conducted in
ensuring it is in a safe condition for use:
a) The correct and certified OEM supplied rigging is
installed.
b) For lifting assembly that has incurred mechanical
damage – this includes damaged eyes, kinks, crimps or
broken strands shall not be used.
c) The manufacturer’s maintenance and lifespan
recommendations shall be followed.
vi. Recommended Monthly Inspections for personnel carriers is as
per Appendix 2.
10.10.4 Luggage
i. It is recommended that the luggage should be transferred
separately using a suitable container.
ii. If the luggage is to be transferred with passengers, all handling
shall be performed by the deck crew. They shall ensure luggage
is correctly and efficiently stowed, and not be worn by
passengers (e.g. backpacks).
10.11 Crane Transfer Procedures

10.11.1 Personnel transfer briefing
All personnel to be transferred shall be briefed on the following topics
before being transferred:
i. Potential hazards.
Safety features of the carrier on fall protection, impact protection
and floatation.
ii. Entry and exit procedures.
Passenger positioning instructions specific to the carrier type.
iii. Personal protective equipment required.
iv. Signals and communications procedures.
v. Waiting and landing areas.
vi. Emergency procedures.
10.11.2 Recommended procedures for personnel entry/exit the carriers is as

per Appendix 3.
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10.11.8 Lifting
i. Pre-use check on the carrier and lifting assembly shall be
conducted prior to every transfer operation. Any abnormality
from the pre-use check, lifting operation shall not be conducted
until it is rectified and approved by the Approving Authority.
ii. The designated landing areas on the vessel and installation
shall be clear of obstructions.
10.11.9 Vessel mounted cranes

Personnel transfers using cranes mounted on floating vessels, either
to fixed installations or other vessels, are more complex and with
higher risk. This is due to the effects of vessel motions on the crane.
Separate risk assessment to be conducted the following factors shall
be assessed.
i. The stability and station keeping capability of vessels involved.
ii. The relative height difference between the two locations for
Crane Operator visibility, obstruction and safe boom reach.
10.11.10 Emergency response

i. Specific Incident Action Plan for emergency response during
lifting shall be developed and be consistent with the type of
carrier utilised. It should be based on manufacturers’ guidelines
where they exist, and cover the following:
i. Immersion
ii. In the event of the crane stopping unexpectedly, transferred
personnel shall await instructions from the vessel / offshore
deck crew while wait for emergency powered or manual
lowering being activated.
iii. Arrangements for rescue and recovery of personnel.
10.12 Evacuation During Emergency

10.12.1 Medical evacuation
i. For any Medical Evacuation involving crane operation, the
following criteria shall be assessed and risk is mitigated.
a) Weather limitations
b) Carriers shall be capable to fit at least one stretcher
horizontally and accompanied by one person.
c) The carrier to be used shall be assessed for its level of
general protection, the position of the stretcher in relation
to the waterline.
ii. Regular practice drills assist to ensure that these can be done
safely and efficiently.
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11.0 OFFSHORE PERSONNEL TRANSFER BY SWING ROPE
11.1 Introduction
swing rope at offshore installations, vessels and facilities are conducted safely.
It is intended for those planning, managing and performing such operations.
The transfer using swing rope shall only be performed where other safe
alternatives i.e. helicopter or personnel transfer baskets, are not available or
impracticable. Swing rope transfer to be conducted with extreme caution.
11.2 Swing Rope Transfer System

In order to address the risks and to provide safe practices for swing rope transfer
operations, it is necessary to consider all elements in the system. Each part of
the system shall be evaluated on its own merit, and finally, the interactions of
the various elements of the whole system shall also be evaluated.
11.3 Applicable legislation and PTS

Apart from local statutory requirements if applicable, other relevant PTS if
applicable shall be referred to.
11.4 Offshore installation

The design of boat landing and swing rope shall be referred to PTS 11.22.02
Design of Fixed Offshore Structures.
11.5 Vessel
11.5.1 In general, only vessel not exceeding displacement of 600 MT shall
be used as described by PTS 11.22.02 Design of Fixed Offshore
Structures. Site-specific design of boat landing shall be referred to
and prior approval shall be granted if vessel exceeding of 600 MT
displacement to be utilised. Option to use motion compensated
gangway shall be explored for vessels exceeding the displacement
requirement. This is to ensure that boat landing platforms are not
damaged due to excessive impact from the vessels used for
personnel transfer.
11.5.2 Further to this, vessel stability, station-keeping, deck landing area and
visibility from bridge shall all be taken into consideration in assessing
the suitability for each vessel and the operational risks
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responsibilities. The most critical roles are the boat landing officer and
the vessel master.

Installation Manager / Overall management of personnel and planning
OFFSHORE INSTALLATION
CSR
Planning of transfers
Control of transfer operations
Boat Landing Officer Boat landing platform and swing rope condition
STAFF
checks
Communication with the vessel
Preparation of transfer
Directing and assisting personnel involved in
Deck crew the transfer
(Installation)
Handling swing rope, rigging and luggage
Communication with boat landing area
Planning of transfer and vessel
preparations Communication with
installation
Vessel master
VESSEL CREW
Assessing weather and sea conditions

Maintaining the vessel station Control
of vessel deck crews
Directing and assisting personnel for transfer,
handling luggage
Deck crew (Vessel) Handling swing rope and rigging
Communication with the Boat Landing Officer and
master
HSE Engineer /
SUPPORT
Risk assessment facilitation

STAFF
Officer or
Investigating hazards and complaints
Safety representative
Operations &
Maintenance procedures and certification
maintenance
INVOLVED IN
PERSONNEL
TRANSFER
Risk awareness Procedural

Regular /
familiarity Following
Visitors
instructions
Table 3. Roles and responsibilities for personnel transfer by Swing Rope

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11.6.2 The responsibility for the safety of the personnel during transfer rest
with the respective Master or OIM of the vessel or offshore facilities
involved. There shall be full cooperation between the respective
Master and OIM. They shall consider and evaluate with appropriate
input from other relevant personnel whether or not the transfer can
safely take place.
11.6.3 Personnel to be transferred shall:
a) Undergone the necessary training for the swing rope
transfer and understood the personnel transfer procedure.
b) Wear the appropriate PPE.
c) Be competent to use the equipment correctly.
d) Follow all instructions from the boat landing officer (BLO)
and vessel crew in charge. No one including ladies who
performed the transfer, shall not refuse to be assisted by
BLO and vessel crew in charge.
e) Be responsible to declare their fitness for the use of swing rope
The final authorisation of personnel transfer shall remain with
the Master of the vessel from or to which the personnel is being
transferred.
11.7 Risk Involved With Personnel Transfer Using Swing Rope
11.7.1 Area of an incident is likely to take place:

a) Onboard Vessel - The majority of incidents occur on or near
the vessel. Key factors include vessel motions, due to heave
or station keeping, relative to the swing.
b) Onboard boat landing platform of Offshore Installation
11.7.2 When Incidents normally occur:

a) The landing of personnel either on the vessel or boat landing
platform
b) Mid transfer
11.7.3 Type of risk

a) Falls due to loose of grip on the swing rope or parted swing rope.
b) Lateral collisions
Lateral collisions occur most frequently during swing due to
incorrect timing of the swing with the vessel heave-cycle can
cause the personnel to collide with cargo or part of the vessel
structure.
c) Trips and entanglement
Personnel being transferred and deck crews also face the risk
of entanglement with other obstacles, particularly if the landing
area is not clear or is too small.
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11.7.4 Training
Familiarisation training shall be provided to all personnel involved in
swing rope transfer operations. This shall cover pre-transfer
inspection of the swing rope and accessories, personnel briefings,
crew briefings, operational procedures and emergency operations.
11.7.5 Equipment
11.7.5.1 Vessel
The vessel must provide a stable and safe landing platform
in all anticipated conditions of operation. Vessels should be
assessed for their suitability including:
a) Size of vessel and motion characteristics and station-
keeping
Fast Crew Boat (FCB) generally provides the safest
landing platforms. The size of the vessel shall not
exceed the boat landing design criteria. The ability
of the vessel to maintain station is also a key safety
factor.
b) View and communications from bridge
The vessel master shall have a clear view of the
landing area and suitable communications with
deck crew. The vessel shall have aft-facing bridge
controls to allow the master to monitor deck
operations whilst maintaining station.
c) Landing area
The vessel shall have a clear deck area with no
tripping or collision hazards. The deck shall be anti-
slip with clear exit routes marked for transferred
personnel.
All vessels except for Fast Crew Boat, utilised for
swing rope transfer to/from platforms shall be fitted
with a dedicated Personnel Landing Platform (PLP)
(also known as “goat stand”) at both Port and
Starboard aft side of the vessel or at the aft as
appropriate which is determined and approved as
per contract.
The PLP shall be:
i. Sufficient elevation of the PLP above the
vessel’s deck taking into consideration the
relative height of the vessel’s transfer area
to the platform’s boat landing height and/or
there are any obstructions in way of the
transfer area on deck i.e. Bulwarks, crash
rails, etc.
ii. Fitted with collapsible handrails of 1m in
height.
iii. Capable of accommodating min 2 persons.
iv. Fitted with a vertical ladder with handrails
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for safe access onto the platform.

v. Shall be provided with a grab rope of 1
meter in length for the personnel to hold on
during transfer. The grab rope to be lashed
to a strong point of the handrails.
vi. Shall be provided with a strong point for
the transfer deck crew to lash the
restraining strap of his fall arrestor.
vii. Sufficient fendering arrangement to be
provided at the Port and Starboard aft
quarter of the vessel
11.7.5.2 Swing Rope and Accessories

a) Vessel/barge swing rope rigging and slinging
For vessel fitted with the swing rope station at
both Port & Starboard side Rescue Zone, the
below requirement shall be fulfilled and
inspected.
i. All accessories used in the swing rope
configuration shall be certified.
ii. SWL of the U frame shall be a minimum
of one (1) Ton. The SWL of the U-frame
and last NDT date shall be clearly
displayed. NDT shall be conducted
every 6 months.
iii. The termination end of the rope to the U
frame lugs shall be spliced or clipped
and hard-eyed.
iv. Only alloy shackles with safety pins
rated to at least SWL of 0.5Ton shall be
used at termination end.
v. Suitable material ropes (i.e. manila,
polypropylene or nylon) with a diameter
of not less than 24 mm (1 inch) with a
minimum breaking strength of 3.6 MT
shall be used.
vi. The length of the rope shall be from the
termination end to the water level.
vii. Swing ropes shall be fitted with knots
tied every 450 to 550 mm apart. Knots
are provided to prevent personnel from
slipping down the rope during transfer.
viii. The swing rope shall be changed base
on the condition or as recommended
from Plan Maintenance outcome.
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b) Platform Boat Landing

The general condition of the platform transfers
ropes, U frame and its associated lifting devices
shall be visually checked prior to each operation
as follows:
i. All rope rigging shall be checked for
wear & tear, crushed spots and cuts.
Rope riggings shall be free of excessive
wear, fretting or brittle from sun
exposure, loose or un-spliced ropes, oil
and dirt. The swing rope shall be of the
same make, size and changed as item
10.7.5.2 (a) item v, vii & viii above.
ii. The U-frame shall be checked as per
Installation Plan Maintenance in entirety
including the foundations, frame
connections welding and associated
attachments i.e. shackles for
deformities, cracks, heat damage and
worn spots.
iii. All welds on foundation and lugs shall be
inspected every 6 months to ensure that
the devices are free from structural
defects.
iv. The platform boat landing gratings shall
be in good condition and shall be of the
anti-slip surface.
v. Platform boat landing fenders if fitted
shall be inspected to confirm that it is in
good and useable condition.
vi. No protruding object or area that could
damage the vessel shell plating.
11.7.6 Risk Assessment

The risk assessment shall be conducted for each installation, project
and vessel performing personnel transfer by swing rope taking into
account all risk involved as mentioned previously in section 4.0.
11.8 Planning For Swing Rope Transfer Operation
11.8.1 Documentation
11.8.5 Planning and preparation
The assessment of risks is essential to effective planning and
preparation, both in routine and non-routine operations.
11.8.6 Record keeping
Keeping accurate and comprehensive records of operations is
good practice, supporting future planning and risk
assessment.
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a) All equipment used for swing rope personnel transfer
operations shall be inspected and maintained accordingly.
b) Transfer equipment shall be included within a relevant
planned maintenance program, and maintenance shall be
performed by competent personnel.
11.8.3 Luggage
Luggage shall be transferred separately. Handling of luggage shall be
performed by the deck crew. They shall ensure luggage is correctly
and efficiently handed over, and not be worn by passengers (e.g.
backpacks) and loose items shall be removed from clothing.
11.9 Swing Rope Transfer Procedures

a) All personnel shall be briefed on the following topics before
being transferred:
11.9.5 Potential hazards.
11.9.6 Swing Procedures the dos and don’ts.
11.9.7 Personal protective equipment required.
11.9.8 Signals and communications procedures.
11.9.9 Waiting and landing areas.
11.9.10 Emergency procedures.
b) Recommended Do’s and Don’ts while conducting swing rope
transfer are as per Appendix 4.

a) An incident action plan for man overboard (MOB) shall be
developed that covers the arrangements for rescue and
recovery of personnel from water.
b) Throughout the swing rope transfer operation, a lifebuoy, boat
hook, heaving line, scramble net and any other appropriate
accessories shall be available nearby for use in an
emergency.
c) The availability of the rescue boat on the Standby Vessel
should be verified before each transfer and weather conditions
should be such that it is safe to launch the rescue boat to
enable any rescue of personnel from the sea.
d) Recommended actions for a person falls into the water during
transfer are as per Appendix 5
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12.0 PERSONNEL TRANSFER BY GANGWAY
12.1 Introduction
gangway at offshore installations and facilities, ports, harbours including piers,
jetties, quays and shipyards operations involving any vessel are conducted
safely, whether for routine crew changes or operational reasons including during
emergencies. It is intended for those planning, managing and performing such
operations.
12.2 Gangway Transfer System

Suitability of each type of the gangway to be used are subject to the site-specific
requirement and risk assessment conducted.
12.2.1 Type of gangways
Table 4 below describes the type of gangway including its’
descriptions and requirements.
Gangway Type Photo Description / Requirement

Offshore During inclement weather or in
Gangway with situations where the secondary
Personnel Access gangway cannot be safely deployed on
Platform (PAP) deck, the removable section is
deployed on deck detached and the gangway is lifted off
the deck and a personnel access
platform (PAP) is used to effect
personnel transfers.
SWL and max allowable number of

people crossing at a time to be
prominently marked where applicable.
Table 4. A typical type of gangway including its’ descriptions and

requirements
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responsibilities.

FACILITIES STAFF
Installation / Facilities Overall management of personnel and

manager planning
Planning of transfer and vessel preparations

Communication with the installation Assessing
weather and sea conditions Maintaining vessel
Vessel master station
VESSEL (AWB) CREW
Control of vessel deck crews

Maintenance of gangway and its associated
equipment
Overseeing proper rigging of the gangway and
Rigging Supervisor subsequent adjustment.
Communication with the crane operators.
Directing and assisting passengers, handling
luggage.
Gangway Watchers / Ensure that those crossing the gangway have proper
Riggers (Vessel) authorisation.
Conduct proper rigging of the gangway.
Safety advisor Risk assessment facilitation Investigating

SUPPOR
T STAFF
Safety representative hazards and complaints
Operations & maintenance Maintenance procedures and certification

PERSONNEL TO
TRANSFERRED
Regular / Risk awareness Procedural

BE
Visitors familiarity Following instructions
Table 4. Roles and responsibilities for personnel transfer

by Gangway
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12.3.2 The responsibility for the safety of the personnel during transfer rest
with the respective Masters or Manager of the vessel or offshore
facilities involved. There shall be full cooperation between respective
Masters and Managers. They shall consider and evaluate with
appropriate input from other relevant personnel whether or not the
transfer can safely take place.
The final authorisation of personnel transfer shall remain with
the Master of the vessel from or to which the personnel is being
transferred.
12.4 Risk Involved With Personnel Transfer Using Gangway
12.4.1 Area of an incident is likely to take place as follows:

a) Onboard Vessel - The majority of incidents occur on or near
the vessel. Key factors include vessel motions, due to heave
or station keeping, relative to the swing.
b) On the gangway itself
12.4.2 When Incidents occur as follows:

a) The landing of personnel either on PAP on board vessel.
b) Mid transfer
12.4.3 Type of risk

a) Falls due to loose of grip on the swing rope or gangway tilted
due to the imbalance of load.
b) Lateral collisions
Lateral collisions occur during swing due to incorrect timing of
the swing with the vessel heave-cycle can cause the personnel
to collide with part of the vessel structure.
c) Trips, Slips and Entanglement
Personnel being transferred and deck crews also face the risk
of trips, slips or entanglement, particularly if the landing area
is not clear or is too small or with a slippery surface.
d) Caught in between gangway base and deck or platform.
12.4.4 Training
Familiarisation training or briefing shall be provided to all personnel
involved personnel transfer using gangway. This shall cover the
specific type of gangway used, operational procedures and
emergency operations including swing rope transfer operations if
applicable.
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12.5 Planning For Gangway Transfer
12.5.1 Documentation
Planning and preparation (applicable for offshore operations)
The assessment of risks is essential to effective planning and
preparation, both in routine and non-routine operations. Project
Specific Procedures for gangway installation and removal including
pull out of vessel from location shall be developed and approved by
PETRONAS appointed CSR and OIM.

12.5.2.1 All equipment used for gangway personnel transfer
operations shall be inspected and maintained according to
the OEM recommendations, applicable local regulations,
Classification Society requirement and relevant PTS.
12.5.2.2 Transfer equipment shall be included within a relevant

planned maintenance program, and maintenance shall be
performed by competent personnel in accordance with the
manufacturer’s recommendations.
12.5.2.3 Tests include non-destructive tests e.g. MPI of the welds

and proof-loaded shall be conducted. This load test
should include a simulated load of the maximum number
of personnel intended to be borne at one time with the
heaviest possible burden carried per person and
associated equipment and fittings.
11.5.2.4 The load test for the gangway used for offshore shall be
conducted once every five (5) years.
For gangway all loose gear to be calculated with a minimum static

load of 6 times of the total load of the gangway, i.e. deadweight of
equipment including loose gear plus the weight of the permissible
load.
12.5.3 Luggage
12.5.3.1 Offshore Gangway with removal section deployed on
vessel deck (without swing rope)
12.5.3.2 Luggage is allowed to be transferred with personnel using

the gangway provided that the activity does not involve the
use of swing rope.
12.5.3.3 Offshore Gangway with Personnel Access Platform

(PAP) deployed on deck (with swing rope)
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The luggage shall be handed over to the gangway watcher

before conducting swing rope at PAP. They shall ensure
luggage is correctly and efficiently handed over, and not be
worn by passengers (e.g. backpacks) thereby reducing
passengers’ exposure to unnecessary risks i.e. the risk of
falling objects, trips and entanglement.
12.6 Gangway Transfer Procedures

All personnel shall be briefed on the following topics before being
transferred:
a) Potential hazards.
b) Swing Procedures the dos and don’ts applicable for Gangway
with PAP.
c) Personal protective equipment required.
d) Traffic lights system and it's meaning (where applicable)
including communications procedures.
e) Location-specific considerations such as waiting and landing
areas.
f) Emergency procedures.

a) An incident action plan for man overboard (MOB) shall be
developed that covers the arrangements for rescue and
recovery of personnel from water.
b) Throughout gangway transfer, a lifebuoy, boat hook, heaving
line and any other appropriate accessories shall be made
available nearby for use in an emergency.
c) The availability of the rescue boat on the Standby Vessel
should be verified before each transfer and weather conditions
should be such that it is safe to launch the rescue boat to
enable any rescue of personnel from the sea
Recommended action for a person falls into the water during transfer
are as per Appendix 5.
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13.0 BIBLIOGRAPHY
In this guideline, reference is made to the following Standards/Publications. Unless
specifically designated by date, the latest edition of each publication shall be used,
together with any supplements/revisions thereto:
PETRONAS TECHNICAL STANDARDS

Index to PTS PTS 00.01.01
Requirements, General Definition of Terms, PTS 00.01.03
Abbreviations & Reading Guide
Over Water Personnel Transfer Safety PTS 18.57.01
Lifting and Hoisting PTS 18.52.06
Design of Fixed Offshore Structures PTS 11.22.02
Aviation Operation PTS 18.56.02
INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
Operation and Maintenance of Offshore Cranes API RP 2D

Offshore Pedestal-mounted Cranes API SPECIFICATION
2C
IMO Convention for Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS SOLAS
Chapter III, Regulation 7 Section 3 and Regulation
32 Section 3 – Immersion Suits
IMO Convention for International Life-Saving LSA
Appliances including LSA Code, Chapter II, Section
2.3 – Immersion Suits
Guidelines for Construction, Installation, Maintenance and IMO SC.1/Circ.1331
Inspection / Survey of Means of Embarkation and
Disembarkation’
Offshore Personnel Transfer By Crane – Best Marine Transfer
Practice Guidelines for Routine and Emergency Forum
Operations Rev. May 2016
Guide for certification of lifting appliances American Bureau of
Shipping (ABS)
Guideline for Personnel Transfer by Means of Lifting Germanischer
Appliances, 2011 Lloyds (GL)
Lifting Appliances in a Marine Environment Lloyd's Register
(LR)
Guidance on the Transfer of Personnel to and from International Marine
Offshore Vessels, March 2010 Contractors
Association (IMCA)
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APPENDIX 1 : MARINE MANUAL OF PERMITTED OPERATION (1 of 2)
MARINE Manual Of Permitted Operation (Marine MOPO) 2017 Rev 1
Simultaneous Activities (in the same location /

Failure of Mooring / Anchor Handling Equipment.
NO navigation/indicator lights on platform/buoy.

Lost voice link to OSV associated with activity.
Lost of fire fighting capability on board vessel.
Limitation on main propulsion / redundancy /
Significant wave height / swell between 1.5m to

Working period exceeding STCW 95 Regulation.
Non-compliance to Safe Manning Certificate.
Inadequate SWL for lifting assembly e.g. crane,
Safeguarding System and Equipment
Damaged lifting slings / strops / straps
Significant wave height / swell < 1.5m.
Significant wave height / swell >2.5m.

NO Tow Master or MCor BMS /TMS on
Damaged platform boat landing/swing

approaching/leaving offshore facilities.
Lost of Primary Navigational Aids.
Helicopter operation in-progress.
Activities requiring radio silence.

Communications / Navigation
NO PILOT for berthing/unberthing at

Notice to Master
Diving operation in-progress.

Manning and Competence
Horizontal Visibility <500m.

Wind 15 knots to 25 knots
THIS MARINE MOPO DOES NOT OVER-RIDE THE MASTER'S
Operating Conditions
Lightning in the vicinity.

DECISION TO STOP A JOB IF HE THINKS IT IS UNSAFE IN LINE
Hot Work in-progress.

Sea Current ≤ 2 knots.
Sea Current > 2 knots.

Night-time operation.
Geophysical activity.
WITH PETRONAS REQUIREMENTS AND SOLAS REGULATIONS
power generation.
Platform Status
ROV in operation.
Fire Protection
Power System
Wind <15 knots.
Wind >25 knots.

NO PA system.
port/terminal
rope/fender
wire etc.
field)
2.5m.
ACTIVITIES
A VESSEL OPERATIONS
SNATCH LIFTS / CARGO TRANSFER BY STATION KEEPING
1 Lift supply to facilities 1 10 NA NA NA 4/11 11/13 6/12 11/13 NA
Supply to platform and drilling facilities (hose handling or crane operation)

2 vice versa 1 10 NA NA NA 4/11 11/13 6/12 11/13 NA
3 operation) 1 10 NA NA 4/11 11/13 6/12 11/13 NA

BULK TRANSFER (MOORED)
4 Bulk supply to/from facilities or from OSV to OSV/barge/workboat 1 10 NA NA NA 13 13 6/12 13 NA
PERSONNEL TRANSFER
5 Personnel swing rope transfer to/from fixed structures 1 10 NA NA NA 4/11 11/13 6/12 11/13 13 13
6 Personnel basket transfer to/from vessel to fixed structures 1 10 NA NA NA 4/5 5/11/13 5/6/12 11/13 NA 13 13
7 workboat/barge) 1 10 NA NA NA 4/11 11/13 6/12 11/13 NA 13 13
8 Boat to boat basket transfer (OSV to mobile facilities e.g. workboat/barge) 1 10 NA NA NA 4/5 5/11/13 5/6/12 11/13 NA 13 13
9 Conventional gangway transfer 1 10 NA NA NA 4 13 6/12 NA 13 13
10 Motion compensated gangway transfer 1 10 NA NA NA 4 11/13 6/12 NA 13 13
BUNKERING
11 workboat/barge) 1 10 NA NA NA 4 13 6/12 11/13 NA 13 13
12 Bunker vessel to/from fixed structures 1 10 NA NA NA 4 13 6/12 11/13 NA

ANCHOR HANDLING AND TOWING
13 Towing operation 1 NA NA 13 4 4 13 NA NA 13 NA
14 Anchor handling/connecting towing bridle - Vessel < 100 ton BP 1 NA NA NA 13 4/11 13 2/12 NA 3/14
15 Anchor handling/connecting towing bridle - Vessel > 100 ton BP 1 NA NA NA 13 4/11 13 2/12 NA 3/14
STANDBY DUTY
16 Standby vessel (non-emergency) 7 NA NA NA NA NA NA 3/13 3/13 3/13 NA NA 3/14 13
WORKBOAT/BARGE OPERATION
17 mooring) 1 NA NA NA 13 4 13 NA
18 Workboat/barge gangway installation to fixed platform 1 NA NA NA 13 4 13 12 NA
19 Workboat/barge pull-off operation from platform 1 NA NA NA 4 13 2/12 NA

OFFSHORE MOORING BUOYS
20 Mooring to offshore buoy (Tying Up) 1 NA NA 8 4 13 NA 13
21 Cast-off from offshore buoy 1 NA NA 8 4 13 NA 13

DIVING/ROV OPERATIONS
22 Diving/ROV vessel activities NA NA NA NA 4 13 12 9/13 NA NA
SURVEY VESSEL
23 Survey vessel activities (e.g. side scan, pipeline survey, seismic survey) NA NA NA NA NA NA 4 13 13 NA NA 13 NA
24 Soil boring activities NA NA NA NA NA 4 13 13 NA NA 13 NA
B OFFTAKE TANKER OPERATIONS ( at SBM/FPSO/FSO/FLNG etc.)

1 Offtake personnel transfer to/from export tanker NA NA NA 4 13 12 NA NA
2 Mooring activities 1 NA NA 12 8 4 13 13 NA
3 Export hose handling activities NA NA 4 13 13 NA
4 Cargo transfer operation NA NA NA 4 13 13/14 13/14 13/14 NA
5 Personnel transfer to/from SBM NA NA NA NA NA 4 13 12 13 NA
6 Static Tow NA NA 8 NA 13 13 14 NA
C RIG MOVE OPERATIONS
1 Jack up Rig - Final approach to soft pin near fixed structure 10 NA NA NA NA 4 13 11/13 NA 13 13
2 Jack up Rig - Final approach to soft pin in open area 10 NA NA NA NA 4 13 11/13 NA 13 13
3 Semi-sub / Drillship - approach and anchor handling in shallow water 10 NA NA NA NA 4 4 13 13 13 2/12 11/13 NA 13 13
4 Semi-sub / Drillship - approach and hook up in deep water 10 NA NA NA NA 4 4 13 13 13 11/13 NA 13 13
5 Tender Rig - final approach & pre-tensioning 10 NA NA NA NA 4 13 2/12 11/13 NA 13 13
6 Rig move out from fixed structure (spud can freed) 10 NA NA NA 4 13 13 2/12 11/13 NA 13 13
D MARINE MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES
1 Above surface inspection/maintenance - LCT buoy etc. NA NA NA NA NA NA NA 4 13 12 11/13 NA
2 Export hose inspection/maintenance NA NA NA NA NA 4 13 12 11/13 NA
3 Lifeboat/TEMPSC/Rescue Boat Sea trial NA NA NA NA NA NA
Internal
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APPENDIX 1 : MARINE MANUAL OF PERMITTED OPERATION (2 of 2)
Definitions:
BARRIERS: Controls that exist for normal operations. Legend:
ACTIVITIES: Activities carried out under normal operations. Combination allowable with normal procedures
Offshore Support Vessel (OSV) : All types of offshore vessel which is self-propelled. Allow with restriction
1. Maintain continuous UHF and VHF communication. Activity not permitted in this circumstances
2. Activities require 24 hours operations shall have a minimum of 2 sets of crew and/or Working Hours as per MLC 2006 require ment. Not Applicable
3. Outside of the 500m zone of the platform.

4. Subject to site assessment by Master e.g. OSV size, specification, weather pattern at site, etc.
5. Man rated crane and Permit To Work (if required) in placed.
6. Only single operation is to be permitted on board the vessel, e.g. Bunkering or snatching or basket transfer and etc., if required a joint risk assessment shall be
conducted by OIM and Master of the vessel & risk reduced to ALARP.
7. Other means of communication, e.g. portable radio, satellite phones, hand phones.
8. Refer to local port requirement.
9. Upon Diving Superintendent discretion provided risk assessment has been carried out & risk reduced to ALARP.
10. Secondary means of Navigational Aids available and reliable e.g. radar, echo sounder, gaps, gyro, etc.
11.Vessel able to maintain/hold stationary position using less than 45% of it's propulsion power.
12. Subject to proper illumination and Master's and / or OIM approval provided risk assessment has been carried out & risk reduced to ALARP.
13. Upon Master's or/and OIM discretion provided risk assessment has been carried out & risk reduced to ALARP.
14. Be cautious and alert. Continue to monitor the weather condition and Stop Work if required.
REMARK : For Geophysical activities, it will govern by IAGC (International Association Geophysical Contractors) & IAOGP
(International Association Oil and Gas Producer) Guidelines.
Any interfacing activities between geophysical and non-geophysical operation, MOPO will supersede.
Any other activities not listed above shall have their own Site Specific Procedures and Risk Assessment endorsed by ROC OIL AA
Reference:
A. SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) 1974
B. MSO (Merchant Shipping Ordinance) 1952
C. COSWP (Code of Safe Working Practice) for Seaman 1998
D. STCW (Standard of Training, Certification and Watch keeping) for Seafarer.
E. ISM (International Safety Management) 1994
F. IAGP
G. IAGC
H. IMCA (International Marine Contractors)
I. UNCLOS (United Nations Convention of The Law of The Sea)

MOPO 2017 Rev 1
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APPENDIX 2: RECOMMENDED MONTHLY INSPECTION PROCEDURES FOR

PERSONNEL CARRIERS
1) Inspection of carriers (e.g. nets including supporting facilities, steel bodies, etc.) for
excessive wear, cracks, or corrosion following manufacturer’s recommendation and
relevant specification.
2) Visually inspect the safety load line when attaching to the crane. Inspect crane hook
positive locking device for function and physical condition.
3) Check sidewall rigging line splices (top and bottom) for wear, UV degradation
(blistering, discolouration or cracking), and unravelling. All synthetic rope splices should
have a 3 tucks minimum (e.g. especially for net designs).
4) Visually inspect stabilizer and safety load line unit for visual damage including the
external protective cover. Damage of external cover may require additional internal
examination by a qualified inspector.
5) Inspect the bottom platform ring for deterioration, cracks or angular distortion.
6) Check cover on the bottom platform ring for tears or cuts. Damage of bottom platform
cover may require additional examination by a qualified inspector.
7) Check top and bottom flotation bats for deterioration or damaged closed-cell foam.
Damage of flotation may require additional examination by a qualified inspector.
8) Visually inspect the bottom and top pneumatic cushion hoses (if so equipped) for
deterioration or damage.
9) Inspect for modifications or other components. These items should be removed.
10) The lifetime of personnel transfer devices depends on daily use and how the
equipment is cared and stored.
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APPENDIX 3: RECOMMENDED PROCEDURES FOR PERSONNEL ENTRY / EXIT THE

CARRIER
An established and well-rehearsed personnel transfer procedure will help to ensure

efficient operations and reduce the risks. The following should be considered:
1) Identify any personnel who may be unwell, inexperienced or anxious about being
transferred.
2) There shall be designated personnel waiting areas on the installation and vessel. For
seated carriers, pre-allocating seating will reduce delays and the time to spend in a
hazardous area.
3) Personnel shall be weighed prior to embarking the vessel. Before transferring,

passengers shall be grouped to ensure even weight distribution, and equipment
capacities are not exceeded.
4) Entry or exit shall only take place when the carrier is in a stable position on the deck.
5) Use barriers or other effective means to prevent unauthorised access to the lifting
and landing areas.
6) Exiting personnel shall be clear of the carrier before new personnel attempt to enter.
7) When advised by the deck crew, personnel shall proceed to their allocated entrance.
8) Deck crews shall be familiar with carrier harness or lanyards if present, be able to
assist all personnel as required and shall check all personnel are correctly secured
prior to transfer.
Upon landing, personnel shall unfasten any harnesses or lanyards and exit the carrier only
when advised to do so by the deck crew.
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APPENDIX 4 : RECOMMENDED DO’S AND DON’TS DURING SWING ROPE

TRANSFER
1) Face where the boat is bumping against the offshore structure (if seas cause the
boat to bump the structure) or where the boat is at a safe position, as determined by
the boat master.
2) Have both hands and arms free and catch the knotted rope when the boat is at the
top of a swell.
3) Always tug down on the swing rope to test the rope strength and integrity to support
your body weight.
4) Swing to the structure by pushing off from the boat with the feet. Do not let the swing
rope get between legs.
5) Always keep feet and legs clear of the structure.
6) Do not attempt to carry luggage during a swing rope transfer.
7) When transferring from the structure to a boat, time the swing so that the feet land
on the Personnel Landing Platform or boat deck as it completes its rise.
8) Before swing, watch the boat movement as it rises with the wave and timing the
action. When transferring from a boat to a platform boat landing structure, time the
swing so that the person will leave the boat just as it dips down from the highest point
in the wave.
9) Transfer by rope should be made as nearly as possible at the peak of the boat's rise,
never while the boat is falling away.
10) Avoid striking the structure as the person swing (i.e. lift feet and legs).
11) Transfer to the facility should be with the rope nearest to the platform structure.
Transfer to the boat shall be with the rope furthest away from the platform structure.
12) Release the rope for the next person after landing.
13) Be alert and always assist the next person to land safely.
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APPENDIX 5: RECOMMENDED ACTION FOR PERSON FALL INTO THE WATER

DURING TRANSFER
If personnel fall into the water during transfer,

The person in the water should take the following actions;
1) Protect self from impact either from the boat or platform structure
2) Remain calm
3) Follow instruction/direction of the vessel crew members
4) Evaluate your location relative to the vessel, avoid gap between vessel and
boat landing with particular attention to the vessel’s propeller.
5) Look for lifebuoy thrown from the vessel
Vessel Personnel Should Take the Following Actions;
1) Call to action as per vessel MOB response procedure.
2) Keep the person in the water in sight at all times.
3) Throw the lifebuoy with lifeline near the person in the water. Tie the lifeline to the
nearest strong point.
4) Evaluate the situation and provide instructions to the person in the water.
5) A scramble net should be prepared at shipside for recovering the person from the
water.
6) Communicate with the Master to keep the vessel clear of the person in the water.
7) If the person has drifted away too far from the vessel or is too weak to swim
back to the vessel, FRC to be deployed to recover the person from the sea

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INTRA OIL SERVICES BERHAD

LEVEL 18, TOWER 2,

INTRA OIL SERVICES BERHAD T7 PCSB

NAME RUS CAPT ZAINI FAZURIN

This procedures is intended to provide a guidance to all personnel whenever

2.1 This procedures shall cover :

2.2 This procedures excludes :

PAP - Personnel Access Platform

4.0 RISK ASSESSMENT INVOLVING PERSONNEL TRANSFER

ii. Frequency of transfers and numbers of personnel involved

iv. Vessel movement - pitch, roll and heave

v. Lighting in all areas of the transfer

vi. Slip/trip hazards

vii. Station keeping ability of the vessel involved

viii. Seaworthiness of all vessel

ix. Condition of all equipment used in personnel transfer including

x. Operability and constraint of lifting equipment

xi. Condition and availability of life-saving equipment, equipment and

xiii. Simultaneous operations (SIMOPS) or other activities in the area

xv. Personnel Physical Fitness

xvi. 1st time user to be accompanied by experienced personnel

xvii. Security Assessments

5.0 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

6.0 LIFE VEST / PERSONAL FLOATATION DEVICE (PFD)

7.0 HEAD PROTECTION

7.1 Personnel to be transferred shall wear head protection incorporating a chin

8.0 IMMERSION (SURVIVAL) SUITS

9.0 OTHER PPE

10.0 OFFSHORE PERSONNEL TRANSFER BY CRANE

10.2 Crane Transfer System

10.3 Applicable legislation, standards and codes

10.4 Offshore installation

10.5.2 Crane condition

10.5.2.2 For personnel lifting services, all loose gear to be calculated

i. Motion characteristics and station-keeping

ii. View and communications from bridge

iii. Landing area

10.7 Transfer carrier

i. The carrier shall provide adequate protection for the personnel

ii. Unimpaired entry and exit.

iii. Carrier condition

iv. Carrier types

Rigid Low Medium Medium Low Medium

Rigid High High High High High

Table 1. Acceptable protection level of carriers types.

Role Key Responsibilities

Crane operator condition checks

Communication with vessel

Communication with the installation Assessing

Safety representative hazards and complaints

Risk awareness Following

Table 2. Roles and responsibilities personnel transfer by Crane

10.9 Risk Involved With Personnel Transfer Using Crane

10.9.1 Area of an incident is likely to take place as follows:

10.9.2 When Incidents occur during transfer:

10.9.3 Type of risk

misjudged landings can result in the immersion of the carrier.

10.9.5 Risk Assessment