Seacare Authority Code of Practice Approval 2017
TOOLS AND MATERIALSTOOLS AND MATERIALS
Start here
Get a plain-English read of TOOLS AND MATERIALS
Turn the raw legal text into a practical explanation grounded in Seacare Authority Code of Practice Approval 2017.
TOOLS AND MATERIALS
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Users should ensure that all machines, tools and other equipment are suitable for the work in hand and the conditions in which they are to be used.
Personal protective equipment should be worn when appropriate (e.g. eye, face and hearing protectors and hair nets for long hair, should be worn when appropriate).
HAND TOOLS
Tools should be treated with due care and should be used only for the purpose for which each tool is designed.
Damaged or unsafe tools should not be used.
Tools that are not being used should be placed in a carrier, box or tool rack located in a safe position against movement at sea.
All tools should be stowed on shadow boards, in lockers or other appropriate places at the end of a work period or operation.
When working aloft with hand tools, tools should be secured in such a manner as to prevent them falling.
PORTABLE ELECTRIC, PNEUMATIC AND HYDRAULIC TOOLS
Power-operated tools are dangerous if they are not maintained and operated correctly. Special care should be taken when seafarers work in damp conditions since the risk of
electric shock is greatly increased in the presence of moisture or high humidity.
Since ships are largely made of metal, which conducts electricity, great care should be taken in the use of electrical tools.
All electrical hand tools purchased must have double insulation. Electrical tools designed to be earthed should be properly connected.
Electrical tools should be inspected before use and particular attention should be paid to power supply leads. Damaged, frayed or suspect leads must never be used.
Refer to AS 3160-1996 (Approval and test specification). on electrical appliances. Electrical leads and hydraulic/pneumatic tool hoses should be kept clear of anything
that might damage them.
Tool pieces, such as drills or bits, must be secure in the tool and must not be fixed or replaced while the tool is connected to a power source.
Power tools should be switched off and disconnected from the power source when not in use.