Lifeboat and davit manufacturer Schat-Harding has introduced a new range of on-load release hooks for lifeboats, backed by a training package.
The SeaCure hooks are the safest on load release hooks available and are fully compliant with pending revisions to SOLAS.
"These are design, maintenance and training. With this new hook we have designed it to be fail-safe and we have designed out a lot of maintenance by making sure there is no wear and tear on the critical parts," said David Torres, sales director, Schat-Harding Service.
"But like all on load release devices, every lifeboat hook has to be used correctly. That is why we have also developed a simple computer-based training package to help owners ensure that their crews are familiar with their lifesaving equipment. Good training is the key to avoiding accident."
SeaCure hooks have a stable fail-safe system and are available in 3.5 tonne, six tonne, nine tonne and 12 tonne versions. The design ensures no wear and tear on critical hook components and no pins, fall prevention devices or additional loose equipment are required. They are fully compliant with IMO's new DE53 standard.
The CBT programmes cover the operation and maintenance of lifeboats, davits and winches and of the LHR/SeaCure hook systems.
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