Pad Eyes

APPENDIX A
REFERENCE DOCUMENTS
Page 37
LEGISLATION
1.
Petroleum (Submerged Lands) Act 1967 [P(SL)A]
2.
Petroleum (Submerged Lands) Act: Schedule of Special Requirements as to Offshore

Petroleum Exploration and Production
3.
Petroleum (Submerged Lands) Act: Petroleum (Submerged Lands) Act (Management of

Safety Of Offshore Facilities) Regulations 1996
4.
Navigation Act 1912 and associated Regulations and Marine Orders

MO Part 43 Dangerous Cargoes
MO Part 44 Safe Containers
MO Part 59 "Offshore Support Vessel Operations"
Explosives and Dangerous Goods Act
Occupational Health, Safety and Welfare Act
WA: Occupational Safety and Health Act 1984 and Associated Regulations 1996
NT: Work Heath Act 1992
NT: Work Health - Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 1992
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND STANDARDS ETC.

10.
11.
12
AS ISO-1000
AS 1138
AS 1171
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
AS 1163
AS 1353
AS 1380
AS 1418
AS 1438
AS 1504
AS/NZS 1554
AS 1650
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
AS 1657
AS 1664
AS 1666
AS 2068
AS 2076
AS 2089
AS 2207
28.
AS/NZS 2312
29.
30.
31.
32.
33.
34.
35.
36.
37.
AS 2317
AS 2318
AS 2319
AS 2321
AS 2550(1982)
AS 2741
AS 2759
AS 3569
AS/NZS 3678
The International System of Units and its Application

Thimbles for Wire Rope
Non-Destructive Testing Magnetic Particle Testing of Ferromagnetic
Products, Components and Structures
Structural Steel Hollow Sections
Flat Synthetic Webbing Slings
Fibre Rope Slings
Cranes (Including Hoists and Winches)
Wire - Coil Flat Slings
Fibre Rope Three Strand Hawser Laid
Structural Steel Welding
Hot-Dipped Galvanised Coatings on Ferrous Articles (superseded in part
by AS/NZS 4534 but remains current)
Fixed Platforms, Walkways, Stairways, Ladders,
Aluminium Structures
Wire Rope Slings
Flat Pallets for Materials Handling
Wire Rope Grips for Non-Lifting Applications
Sheave Blocks for Lifting Purposes
Non-Destructive Testing for Ultrasonic Testing of Fusion Welded Joint in
Carbon and Low Alloy Steel
Guide to the Protection of Iron and Steel against Exterior Atmospheric
Corrosion
Collared Eye-bolts
Swivels for Hoists
Rigging Screws and Turnbuckles
Short Link Chain for Lifting Purposes (Non Calibrated)
Cranes - Safe Use
Shackles
Steel Wire Rope - Application Guide
Steel Wire Ropes
Structural Steel - Hot Rolled Plates, Floor Plates and Slabs
Page 38
38.
39.
40.
41.
42.
43.
44.
AS/NZS 3679.1
AS/NZS 3679.2
AS 3775
AS 3776
AS 3777
AS 3990
AS 4048
45.
46.
47.
48.
AS 4100
AS 4142
AS 4497
AS B291
Structural Steel - Part 1: Hot Rolled Bars and Sections

Structural Steel - Part 2: Welded I Sections
Chain Slings - Grade T
Lifting Components for Grade T Chain Sling
Shank Hooks and Large Eye Hooks - Maximum 25 Tonne
Mechanical Equipment Steelwork
Flat Pallets for Materials Handling (1100mm x 1100mm Suitable for use in
ISO Series 1 Freight Containers)
Steel Structures
Fibre Rope
Round slings - Synthetic Fibre, Parts 1 & 2
Lifting Rings & Links
INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
49.
API RP 2A
50.
51.
52.
53.
54.
55.
56.
API Spec 2c
API RP 2D
API Spec 9a
API RP 9B
AWS D1.1
BS 2573
BS 2903
57
DNV
58.
DNV
59.
60.
61.
DNV
DNV
EN 818-2
62.
63.
EN 818-4
EN 12079
64
65.
66.
IMO
Lloyds
PREN1677-1
67
PREN1677-4
Recommended Practice for Planning, Designing and Constructing Fixed

Offshore Platforms
Specification for Offshore Cranes
Recommended Practice for Operation and Maintenance of Offshore Cranes
Specification for Wire Rope
Recommended Practice on Application, Care and Use of Wire Rope
Structural Welding Code Steel for Oil Field Service
Rules for the Design of Cranes
Higher Tensile Steel Hooks for Chains/Slings Blocks and General
Engineering Purposes
Marine Operations - Part 2: Operation Specific Requirements, Chapter 5:
Lifting.
Marine Operations - Part 2: Operation Specific Requirements, Chapter 6:
Sub-sea Ops.
Certification notes No 2.7-1. Offshore Containers
Certification notes No 2.7-2. Offshore Service Containers
Short link chain for lifting purposes - Safety - Medium tolerance chain for
chain slings - Grade 8
Short link chain for lifting purposes - Safety - Chain slings - Grade 8
European Committee for Standardisation. - Offshore Containers-Design,
Construction, Testing, Inspection and Marking.
Maritime Safety Committee Circular 860
Code for Lifting Appliances in a Marine Environment.
Components for Slings - Safety - Part 1: Forged Steel Components, Grade
8
Components for Slings - Safety - Part 4: Links, Grade 8
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OTHER DOCUMENTS
68.
69.
70.
IICL
IICL
AMOG/ESSO
71.
72.
AMOG
AMSA
Note:
Guide for Container Equipment Inspection

Repair Manual for Steel Freight Containers
Factors of Safety for Lifting Slings used in Offshore Supply Boat
Operations
Investigation of Dynamic Amplification Effects During Offshore Lifting.
Australian Offshore Vessel Code of Safe Working Practice.
Institute of International Container Lessors Ltd. (IICL) references 68 and
69 have been prepared for International Shipping Containers and not
Offshore Containers. They do however provide a good general guidance
for containers.
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APPENDIX B
DEFINITIONS
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Alter:
To change the design of, add to or take away from the equipment where the
change may affect health and safety, but does not include routine
maintenance, repairs or replacements.
AMSA:
Australian Maritime Safety Authority.
Approved:
Approved by the Operating Company, regulator, authority or society.
AS:
Australian Standard.
Asset Owner:
Entity that owns Lifting Equipment.
Certificate of
Conformity:
A certificate issued by a body as described in Section 2.6 and in accordance

with Section 5.13. The issuance of this certificate indicates to owners,
users and transporters of the container that the unit is fit for intended
service.
The certificate is only to be issued when the accredited facility has ensured
that the container meets all the requirements detailed in APPEA Container
management documents.
Where there is an existing doubt, the equipment owner should ensure that
the container design is verified against the requirements of the APPEA
Guidelines by a qualified structural engineer.
Certified visual Inspection of Lifting Equipment accompanied by a report bearing the

endorsement stamp of the appropriate inspection body or classification
inspection:
society.
The inspection must be signed by an authorised signatory. It typically
includes visual, material dimensional, and material thickness checks,
opening up and dismantling as considered necessary by the Inspector may
be required.
COG:
Centre of Gravity.
Competent
Person:
A person having practical and theoretical knowledge and relevant

experience, such as will enable that person to detect and evaluate any
defects and weaknesses that may affect the intended performance of the
equipment.
Container:
Lifted Equipment used in lifting and transport operations (see Section

1.3).
CSC
Convention for Safe Containers
DAF:
Dynamic Amplification Factor.
Designated
Inspector/
Surveyor/
Verifying body:
A representative of a Classification Society or an inspection body or a

verifying body registered with the statutory body to perform certain surveys
or inspections and issue certificates of inspection on behalf of the Statutory
Authority.
DME:
Department of Minerals and Energy.
Engineer:
A person qualified to be a Member of the Institute of Engineers, Australia

(MIE Aust.) or recognised equivalent who is competent and has adequate
experience to assure that the technical requirements of this standard are
met.
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Engineered Lift:
A lift which due to constraints, circumstances or specialised engineering

input is beyond the scope of these guidelines. An engineered lift will
typically require modification to acceptance criteria and will therefore
require a higher level of management and possible approval from the
relevant authorities prior to being carried out.
Equipment
Container:
Enclosure or frame designed specifically for lifting a particular item of

equipment or containing permanent fixtures such as a workshop. The
container with contents remains at a constant mass and centre of gravity
and would normally have dedicated rigging attached via pad eyes. It
includes drilling support equipment, welding units, air compressor units
and workshops.
Gross Mass:
The maximum permissible combined weight of a cargo container and its

contents, ie. Maximum Gross Mass = Tare Weight + Net Weight measured
in kilograms (This is also known as Gross Weight measured in kilograms).
IMO:
International Maritime Organisation.
Inshore Lift:
Lifting to or from a vessel at a sheltered wharf. This may be performed

using either a vessel based or a shore based crane.
Inspection
body:
An organisation accredited by the National Association of Testing

Authorities - Australia (NATA) to perform certain types of inspections and
issue endorsed reports. These reports meet the requirements of the P(SL)A
schedule for test reports.
Inspector:
Any person carrying out inspection of Lifting Equipment. Examples of

Inspectors are representatives of NATA accredited establishments, riggers,
crane drivers, welders, NDT technicians, QC inspectors, QC managers and
qualified engineers. The qualifications of the Inspectors are dependent on
the type of inspection being performed. In all cases, the Inspector shall
have experience and training suitable to the inspection being performed.
Where inspections referred to in this document require specific
qualifications, these have been given in the appropriate section.
Lifted
Equipment:
Equipment that the rigging connects to (Refer to Section 1.3).

In the case of machinery, valves, etc with attached pad eyes, this term
refers to the machinery or valve.
Lifting Device:
An item equipped with mechanical means for moving or placing a freely

suspended load.
Lifting
Equipment:
Means an item or an integrated assembly of items designed to convey or for

use in conveying people, equipment or materials and includes Lifting
Gear and Lifting Devices. It also may be referred to as materials
handling equipment.
Lifting Gear:
An item of equipment for use with a Lifting Device for lifting people,
equipment or materials. The item is designed to be detachable from the
crane and includes both rigging and Lifted Equipment.
Lifting Points:
Points on a structure to which rigging is attached, such as pad eyes.
Lift Weight:
The total mass of the load including crane wire rope over head sheave,
hook, hook block, and all rigging.
Maintenance:
The activity of monitoring, inspecting, testing, refurbishing and replacing

of plant and equipment within its pre-existing design specifications.
May:
Indicates a discretionary action.

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MBL:
Minimum breaking load.
MGM
Maximum Gross Mass
MO:
Marine Orders.
MODU:
Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit.
MPI:
Magnetic particle inspection.
NATA:
National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia.
NDT:
Non-Destructive testing, including magnetic particle, ultrasonics.
Net Weight:
The maximum permissible weight of the contents of a container in

kilograms.
New Container:
Container constructed after the issue date of this document.
NTDME:
The Northern Territory Department of Minerals and Energy.
Offshore
Container:
An item of Lifted Equipment designed for the movement of equipment or

materials to, from and at offshore installations.
Offshore Lift:
A lift performed in unsheltered waters between two vessels, between a

platform and a vessel, or between a platform and the seabed.
Onshore Lift:
Lifting about an onshore location not involving a vessel.
Proof Load:
The test load required by the Code or Standard for the specific equipment.
Responsible
Person:
A person who is responsible to any one of:

the designer of the equipment
the manufacturer of the equipment
a competent testing establishment
the owner of the equipment
a classification society
the operating company
for carrying out design, testing, inspection, certification or determination of
safe working loads of Lifting Equipment.
Rigging:
Equipment which is designed for repetitive use, to be readily detachable

from a Lifting Device and which constitutes all or part of a lifting
assembly that connects a load to the Lifting Device.
Safe Working
Load (SWL):
The maximum gross load which may be imposed for a specific use in order
to allow an adequate margin of safety. The SWL may equal but never
exceed the working load limit (WLL),
eg. In AS 1418 part 1 for Class 3 load applications, the SWL =
WLL, for Class 4 and 5 applications, the SWL = 0.8 WLL.
Safe working load of a crane is the maximum mass which is permitted to
be safely handled by the crane. Safe working load of a lifting attachment
is the maximum mass that is permitted to be safely handled by the lifting
attachment.
Shall:
Indicates a mandatory requirement.
Should:
Indicates a recommended requirement.
Sling Angle:
The angle the leg of a sling makes with the horizontal. Typically within the
range of 60 to 90 degrees.
Statutory
Authority:
An Authority having statutory powers to control the design, manufacture,

use and testing of Lifting Equipment in the State or Territory within the
Commonwealth of Australia in which the equipment is used.
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Tare Weight:
The weight of an empty container or the weight of a lifting beam or lifting

frame, complete with dedicated components, in kilograms.
Testing:
Testing, in the context of inspection, means such tests carried out

periodically by a responsible person, in conjunction with inspection, at
periods defined by this document.
Testing body:
An organisation accredited by the National Association of Testing

Authorities (Australia) to perform certain types of tests and issue endorsed
reports. These reports meet the requirements of the P(SL)A schedule for
test reports.
Tugger Winch
Construction aid not intended for lifting
Type Test
Certificate
A certificate, similar to a Certificate of Conformity, but issued to indicate

that a generic design of offshore container meets the requirements of the
APPEA Guidelines. Testing requirements are in accordance with DNV
2.7-2 and may include drop testing. If a Type Test Certificate is issued for a
generic design then subsequent testing of individual offshore containers
fabricated to that design may be less extensive than would otherwise be
required.
Visual
Inspection:
A detailed visual examination and other such measures considered

necessary by an Inspector to determine the condition of the Lifting
Equipment. Inspection may include visual, dimensional.
WADME:
The Western Australian Department of Minerals and Energy.
Winch
A lifting device capable of freely suspending a load by means of a wire

rope wound on a drum.
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APPENDIX C
OFFSHORE WIRE ROPE AND CHAIN SLINGS
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TABLE C1
SAFE WORKING LOADS FOR OFFSHORE BOAT LIFT USE OF
SINGLE-PART SINGLE LEG SLINGS WITH 1570 GRADE WIRE AND FIBRE-ROPE CORE
WITH FERRULE-SECURED EYES
2
Direct
Loaded
4
Choke Hitch
Round
Rectangular
Load
Load
8
9
Basket Hitch
Round Load
10
11
12
Other than Round Load
Method of Loading
Included Angle (
)
Loading Factors
Rc
Rt
Rm
Ro
Rope
Nominal
Minimum
Diameter
Breaking
Force
kN
mm
74.3
13
86.2
14
16
113
1
0.95
1
0.75
0.95
1
0.5
0.95
1
60
90
2
1.73 1.41
0.95 0.95 0.95
1
1
1
See Note Below
120
60
90
120
1
0.95
1
1
0.95
1
0.87
0.95
1
0.71
0.95
1
0.5
0.95
1
SAFE WORKING LOAD, t

Refer AS1666 for Onshore/Platform Lifts
1.24
1.4
1.8
0.93
1.07
1.4
0.62
0.71
0.94
18
20
22
143
176
213
2.3
2.9
3.5
1.7
2.2
2.6
1.19
1.4
1.7
24
26
28
253
297
345
4.2
4.9
5.7
3.1
3.7
4.3
2.1
2.4
2.8
32
Note:
5.6
3.7
8.1
450
The Operational Loading Factor, Ro, is determined as a function of lifting weight (SWL), Ref. Section 5.4
Shaded Lift Configurations are not recommended for Offshore Boat Lifts
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TABLE C2
TWO LEG, THREE LEG AND FOUR LEG SLINGS
WITH 1570 GRADE WIRE AND FIBRE-ROPE CORE WITH FERRULE-SECURED EYES
1
Method of Loading
Included Angle (
)
Loading Factors
Rc
Rt
Rm
Ro
Rope
Nominal
Minimum
Diameter
Breaking
Force
kN
mm
74.3
13
86.2
14
113
16
Direct Loaded
0 to 60
90
120
1.73
0.95
1
1.41
0.95
1
1
0.95
1
7
8
Choke Hitch
Round Load
Single
Double
Single
Double
Wrap
Wrap
Wrap
Wrap
0 to 45
0 to 60
1.3
0.95
1
See Note Below
90 to 60
0.87
0.95
1

2.1
2.4
3.2
1.75
2.0
2.6
1.24
1.43
1.88
1.6
1.8
2.4
18
20
22
143
176
213
4.1
5.0
6.2
3.3
4.1
5.0
2.3
2.9
3.5
3.1
3.8
4.6
24
26
28
253
297
345
7.8
9.9
11.5
5.9
7.3
9.2
4.2
4.9
5.7
5.4
6.5
8.1
32
Note:
0 to 45
11.3
8.1
12.2
15.0
450
The operational Loading Factor, Ro, is determined as a function of lifting weight (SWL), Ref. Section 5.4
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TABLE C3
SAFE WORKING LOADS FOR OFFSHORE BOAT LIFT USE OF SINGLE-PART SINGLE LEG SLINGS
WITH 1770 GRADE WIRE AND WIRE-ROPE CORE WITH FERRULE-SECURED EYES
1
2
Direct
Loaded
4
Choke Hitch
Round
Rectangular
Load
Load
8
9
Basket Hitch
Round Load
10
11
12
Method of Loading
Included Angle (
)
Loading Factors
Rc
Rt
Rm
Ro
Rope
Nominal
Minimum
Diameter
Breaking
Force
kN
mm
13
107
14
124
16
161
1
0.95
1
0.75
0.95
1
0.5
0.95
1
60
90
2
1.73 1.41
0.95 0.95 0.95
1
1
1
See Note Below
120
60
90
120
1
0.95
1
1
0.95
1
0.87
0.95
1
0.71
0.95
1
0.5
0.95
1

1.78
2.0
2.6
1.34
1.55
2.0
0.89
1.03
1.34
18
20
22
204
252
305
3.4
4.2
5.0
2.5
3.1
3.8
1.70
2.10
2.5
24
26
28
363
426
494
6.0
7.5
9.4
4.5
5.3
6.2
3.0
3.5
4.1
32
36
40
646
817
1010
12.5
15.8
19.5
9.1
11.8
14.6
5.3
7.1
9.7
44
48
52
1220
1450
1710
23.6
28.0
-
17.7
21.0
24.8
11.8
14.0
16.5
56
60
Note:
1980
28.7
19.1
2270
21.9
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TABLE C4
WITH 1770 GRADE WIRE AND WIRE-ROPE CORE WITH FERRULE-SECURED EYES
1
Direct Loaded
7
8
Choke Hitch
Round Load
Single
Double
Single
Double
Wrap
Wrap
Wrap
Wrap
0 to 45
0 to 60
Method of Loading
Included Angle (
)
Loading Factors
Rc
Rt
Rm
Ro
Rope
Nominal
Minimum
Diameter
Breaking
Force
kN
mm
107
13
124
14
161
16
0 to 60
90
120
1.73
0.95
1
1.41
0.95
1
1
0.95
1
1.3
0.95
1
See Note Below
90 to 60
0.87
0.95
1

3.1
3.6
4.7
2.52
2.9
3.8
1.78
2.07
2.68
2.3
2.7
3.5
18
20
22
204
252
305
5.9
7.8
10.2
4.8
5.9
7.7
3.4
4.2
5.1
4.4
5.5
6.8
24
26
28
363
426
494
12.1
14.2
16.5
9.9
11.6
13.4
6.1
7.5
9.5
8.8
10.7
12.4
32
36
40
646
817
1010
21.6
27.4
-
17.6
22.3
27.6
12.5
15.8
19.5
16.2
20.5
25.4
44
Note:
0 to 45
1220
23.6
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TABLE C5
SINGLE-PART SINGLE LEG SLINGS WITH 1770 GRADE WIRE AND FIBRE-ROPE CORE
WITH FERRULE-SECURED EYES
1
2
Direct
Loaded
4
Choke Hitch
Round
Rectangular
Load
Load
8
9
Basket Hitch
Round Load
10
11
12
Method of Loading
Included Angle (
)
Loading Factors
Rc
Rt
Rm
Ro
Rope
Nominal
Minimum
Diameter
Breaking
Force
kN
mm
13
98.4
14
114
16
148
1
0.95
1
0.75
0.95
1
0.5
0.95
1
60
90
2
1.73 1.41
0.95 0.95 0.95
1
1
1
See Note Below
120
60
90
120
1
0.95
1
1
0.95
1
0.87
0.95
1
0.71
0.95
1
0.5
0.95
1

1.64
1.9
2.4
1.23
1.42
1.8
0.82
0.95
1.23
18
20
22
187
231
280
3.1
3.8
4.6
2.3
2.8
3.5
1.56
1.90
2.3
24
26
28
333
391
454
5.5
6.7
8.2
4.1
4.8
5.6
2.7
3.2
3.7
32
36
40
594
751
929
11.5
14.5
17.9
8.0
10.9
13.4
4.9
6.3
8.5
44
48
52
1122
1334
1573
21.7
25.8
-
16.2
19.3
22.8
10.8
12.9
15.2
56
60
Note:
1821
26.4
17.6
2088
20.2
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TABLE C6
WITH 1770 GRADE WIRE AND FIBRE-ROPE CORE WITH FERRULE-SECURED EYES
1
Method of Loading
Included Angle (
)
Loading Factors
Rc
Rt
Rm
Ro
Rope
Nominal
Minimum
Diameter
Breaking
Force
kN
mm
98.4
13
114
14
148
16
Direct Loaded
0 to 60
90
120
1.73
0.95
1
1.41
0.95
1
1
0.95
1
7
8
Choke Hitch
Round Load
Single
Double
Single
Double
Wrap
Wrap
Wrap
Wrap
0 to 45
0 to 60
1.3
0.95
1
See Note Below
0 to 60
0.87
0.95
1

2.8
3.3
4.3
2.31
2.7
3.5
1.64
1.90
2.47
2.1
2.5
3.2
18
20
22
187
231
280
5.4
6.9
9.2
4.4
5.4
6.8
3.1
3.9
4.7
4.1
5.0
6.1
24
26
28
333
391
454
11.1
13.1
15.2
8.7
10.6
12.3
5.6
6.7
8.3
7.7
9.8
11.4
32
36
40
594
751
929
19.9
25.2
-
16.2
20.5
25.4
11.5
14.5
17.9
14.9
18.9
23.4
44
Note:
0 to 45
1122
21.7
28.3
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TABLE C7
SLINGS WITH GRADE T CHAIN
1
6
7
Single Leg Slings
Straight
Sling
Adjustable
Sling
Reeved
Sling
60
1
1
1
0.75
1
1
0.75
1
1
1.73
1
1
9
10
11
12
Slings of 2, 3 or 4 legs
Straight Sling
13
Reeved Sling
14
15
16
17
Endless Slings
Basket/Reeved Sling
Method of Loading
Included Angle (
)
Loading Factors
Rc
Rt
Rm
Ro
Chain
Minimum
Size from
Breaking
AS2321
(Ref Note)
Force
kN
1
2
3
3.1
3.9
4.8
2.21
2.7
3.4
203
213
248
3.57
3.7
4.3
6.2
6.6
8.2
5.0
5.2
6.1
3.5
3.7
4.3
/8
317
322
408
5.5
5.6
7.6
11.4
11.6
15.2
8.7
8.9
12.0
5.5
5.6
7.6
457
503
621
9.0
10.4
13.1
17.3
19.4
27.3
13.7
15.2
19.5
9.0
10.4
13.1
631
724
786
13.3
15.6
17.2
19.9
23.6
28.2
13.3
15.6
17.2
811
917
986
17.8
20.7
22.6
17.8
20.7
22.6
13
14
16
18
20
7
/8
22
24
25
1
90
120
60
90
120
1.06
1
1
0.75
1
1
1.30
1
1
1.06
1
1
0.75
1
1
1.5
1
1

3.8
4.8
5.9
12
60
1.41
1
1.30
1
1
1
1
1
1
See Note Below
2.21
2.77
3.46
11
30
Note:
120
126
158
197
10
27
28
90
28.8
1131
28.8
The operational Loading Factor, Ro, is determined as a function of lifting weight (SWL), Refer Section 5.4
1. Preferred Chain Specification (mm),
2.
Non-Preferred Chain Specification (mm),
3. Temporary Specification (in).
Page 53
APPENDIX D
DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION FACTOR
Page 54
FIGURE D.1
RECOMMENDED DYNAMIC AMPLIFICATION FACTOR (DAF)
(Hs=3.0 Metres Max.)
Dynamic Amplification Factor (DAF)
3.2
2.8
2.7
2.4
1.6
1.2
0.8
0.4
0
0
10
15
Lifted Mass (tonnes)
Page 55
20
25
APPENDIX E
PAD EYE DETAILS
Page 56
RIGGING DESIGN EXAMPLE

Problem:
Obtain sling, shackle and padeye sizes for lifting a 25 tonnes container offshore in
accordance with the APPEA Guidelines for Lifting Equipment
Assumptions:
-
A 4 sling arrangement is assumed
A maximum included angle of 60 degrees
A 100/0 split of sling loads is assumed
The centre of gravity is at the centroid of the padeyes
Sling size:
Referring to Table C4 in Appendix C of the APPEA Guidelines for Lifting Equipment,
1770 grade wire rope with a 36mm nominal diameter has a safe working load of 27.4
tonnes.
Shackle size:
Rc =
1.73
(refer to Table 1 AS1666.2 (1995))
Rm = 0.80 for shackles
(refer to Table 5.4.1)
Rt =
1.00 for shackles
(refer to Table 5.4.2)
Ro =
0.92
(interpolated from Table 5.4.3)
Factor of Safety =
SWL =
P=
4
Rm Rt Ro
5.43
P x Rc
FoS x 9.81
25.0 t
(SWL of sling assembly)
770.5 kN
(Minimum breaking force)
SWL x FoS x 9.81 =

Rc
Referring to AS2741-1992 Table 5, the grade S alloy dee shackle with a diameter of 38mm
has a min. destructive test force of 834 kN. This shackle has a WLL of 17 tonnes.
Padeye size
Referring to the Standard Drawing for Padeyes and Shackles (W2090-SKS01 Rev B), the
corresponding padeye to the shackle designed above is the padeye with a WLL of 17
tonnes.
Page 57
LB
3)
(D+
LD
C
B
ROOT GAP
45
45
BOW SHACKLE WITH PIN
W
CP
PADEYE TYPE 'X'
3.2
45
115
35
4.7
55
135
6.5
55
8.5
60
9.5
ALLOY SHACKLES GRADE "S"-TO AS2741

SHACKLES ALLOY GRADE "S" - TO AS2741
CHEEK PLATES
PIN HOLE WITHOUT
WITH
RADIUS D+3mm CHK.PLS. CHK.PLS. THICK. DIA. WELD
A
DEE SHACKLE WITH PIN
PADEYE TYPE 'Y'
PADEYES - FOR ALL VALUES OF

SHACKLE
WLL
(tonne)
3)
(D+
G
IN
SL
AD
TYP
AD
CR
CR
AN
GL
WLL
(tonne)
NOM
SIZE
PIN DIA.
BOW
DEE
SHACKLE SHACKLE
LB
LD
22
20
12
50
3.2
16
19
27
70
60
20
40
25
25
16
60
4.7
19
22
32
83
71
24
150
45
28
32
20
70
6.5
22
25
37
96
83
27
160
50
32
25
80
8.5
25
29
43
109
95
30
65
185
55
35
25
90
9.5
29
32
46
124
106
34
12
70
200
60
38
25
10
100
12
32
35
52
136
117
38
13
75
220
65
41
25
10
110
13
35
38
57
152
132
42
17
85
230
70
44
32
10
120
17
38
41
60
166
145
46
25
105
280
85
54
40
12
150
25
44
51
73
203
171
55
35
120
295
105
60
50
10
170
35
51
57
83
225
199
64
45
130
340
115
66
50
16
190
45
57
63
95
253
212
72
55
150
360
130
73
50
20
220
10
55
63
70
105
302
238
76
Page 58
E
SL
IN
AN
GL
E
G
AN
GL
SL
TYP
IN
TYP
BOW SHACKLE WITH PIN
CP
ALTERNATIVE
PADEYE TYPE 'X'
ALTERNATIVE
PADEYE TYPE 'Y'
PADEYES - FOR ALL VALUES OF

SWL
(tonne)
D+3mm
A
3.2
45
115
35
4.7
55
135
40
6.5
55
150
8.5
60
9.5
65
12
ALLOY SHACKLES GRADE "S"-TO AS2741

SHACKLES ALLOY GRADE "S" - TO AS2741
CHEEK PLATES
WITH
DEE SHACKLE WITH PIN
THICK.
DIA.
WELD
SWL
(tonne)
SIZE
PIN DIA
BOW
DEE
LB
LD
22
20
3.2
16
19
27
71
61
20
25
25
4.7
19
22
32
83
71
24
45
28
32
6.5
22
25
37
97
84
27
160
50
32
25
85
44
8.5
25
29
43
110
96
30
185
55
35
25
90
47
9.5
29
32
46
124
106
34
70
200
60
38
25
10
100
50
12
32
35
52
137
118
38
13
75
220
65
41
25
10
110
53
13
35
38
57
152
132
42
17
85
230
70
44
32
10
120
56
17
38
41
60
167
145
46
25
105
280
85
54
40
12
150
66
25
44
51
73
204
172
55
35
120
295
105
60
50
12
170
72
35
51
57
83
226
200
64
45
130
340
115
66
50
16
190
78
45
57
63
95
254
213
72
55
150
360
130
73
50
20
220
10
85
55
63
70
105
302
238
76
Page 59
APPENDIX F
INSPECTION & TESTING REQUIREMENTS
Page 60
APPEA
Guidelines for Lifting Equipment
TABLE F.1
INSPECTION AND TESTING REQUIREMENTS FOR LIFTING DEVICES
CERTIFIED
ITEM
REFERENCE
PROOF LOAD TEST

NDT
VISUAL
FREQUENCY
INSPECTION
Cranes
(The various types of cranes and
lifting appliances are listed in
AS 1418)
1 Year
Offshore:
API Spec 2C
BS 2573
Lloyds Code for Lifting

Appliances in a Marine
Environment
Manufacturers Specs
Subject to:
Visual inspection
Failure Mode
Analysis
Overhead Pad eyes
AS1418.1 & .2
Fork-lift tines
AS 2359
Mono rails
P(SL)A AS1418.1 & .2
Note:
1 Year *
1 Year
1 Year *
Individual
Company Program
Subject to visual
inspection or maximum
of 3 years
Subject to visual
inspection
Initial NDT, then
subject to visual
inspection
* Certified Visual Inspection includes permanent marking of SWL
Page 61
Initial Certification Test

Following Repairs
Subject to:
Visual inspection
NDT
LOAD
Varies from
SWL x 1.0 to
SWL x 2.2 depending
on type of Lifting
Device, as per
AS1418.
Individual Company Program

Individual State Regulations specify
every 12 months for some devices.
Initial test and then subject to visual
inspection, NDT and individual
company program.
Initial test and then subject to visual
inspection, NDT and individual
company program.
Subject to individual company
program
1.25 x SWL
Subject to individual
company program
1.25 x SWL
APPEA
TABLE F.2
INSPECTION AND TESTING REQUIREMENTS FOR LIFTED EQUIPMENT
Notes:
1. This table applies to Lifted Equipment up to 25* tonnes Gross Weight that has a Certificate of Conformity.
2. Lifted Equipment MAY be tested using their own dedicated rigging gear (lifting set). Caution should be exercised because proof testing a sling to more than 1.5 times its
SWL may permanently distort wire rope thimbles if standard shackles are used, especially on the two point lift test.
3. Lifted Equipment above 25 tonnes Maximum Gross Mass (MGM) may be proof load tested as specified by the design engineer.
PROOF LOAD TEST
CERTIFIED
ITEM
REFERENCE
NDT
VISUAL
FREQUENCY
INSPECTION
Lifted Equipment
Includes all types of offshore containers,
baskets, skids, skips, spreader beams,
spreader frames, workshops, lab
containers and workboxes.
APPEA
1 year
Subject to visual inspection

Every 3 years thereafter
Following repairs to
structural members
Initial Certification Test for

New & Existing Equipment
Every 6 years thereafter or

at the discretion of the
inspection body
structural members
Transportable buildings.
Includes; Offices, Laboratories etc. Not
intended to transport cargo
APPEA
Before lifting
unless inspected
within the last
year.
Specialised Lifting Equipment

Specialised items such as drilling guide
bases, conductor casing joints,
equipment modules etc
Tanks for Fluids
(Includes tanks/containers of all sizes for
both normal and dangerous cargoes)
Note: There are additional requirements
for IBC's in IMDG code.
APPEA
Before lifting
unless inspected
within the last
year.
APPEA
1 year
Before lifting unless tested

within the last three years

(At fabrication, primary structure
only before walls etc are
installed)
Before lifting unless tested

within the last three years
Not generally required

depending upon individual
operator's requirements

structural members

Every 6 years thereafter or
at the discretion of the
inspection body
structural members
Subject to Visual Inspection
Page 62
LOAD TEST
REQUIREMENTS
MGM x 2.5
over 4 lifting points and
MGM x 1.5
over 2 lifting points
MGM x 2.5
MGM x 1.5
MGM x 2.5
MGM x 1.5
APPEA
Personnel Baskets (Work Box)
Personnel Transfer Basket (Billy Pugh

etc)
*
Arbitrarily selected limit
AS1418.17
APPEA
1 year

1 year
Page 63

Every 2 years
Yearly
Per Clause 4.2

AS1418.17
Refer to Manufacturers
Requirements
APPEA
TABLE F.3
PERIODIC INSPECTION AND TESTING REQUIREMENTS FOR RIGGING
Notes:
1.
Offshore containers shall have specifically designed lifting sets, which shall not be removed from the container except for replacement of the lifting set or for examination
of the container.
2.
For Safety Factors for Rigging Equipment used in Offshore Lifting Operations refer to section 5.4.
3.
Minimum chain diameter to be 10mm. For containers with Maximum Gross Mass more than 3500kg, the minimum chain diameter must be 13mm.
4.
Min. Wire Rope diameter to be 13mm. For containers with Maximum Gross Mass more than 3500kg, the minimum wire rope diameter must be 19mm.
PROOF LOAD TEST
CERTIFIED
ITEM
REFERENCE
NDT
VISUAL
FREQUENCY
INSPECTION
Loose Rigging
(Includes all types wire and
synthetic ropes, chains, links,
shackles, swivels, rings, sockets,
hammerlocks, etc)
APPEA
Lifting Sling(s)
Single or multiple leg wire rope
and chain sets, complete with all
associated accessories)
APPEA
Crane Hooks
APPEA
Not Required
3 monthly visual
inspections

Subject to Visual Inspection.
Subject to company program.
Not applicable

Offshore Every 6 years as
part of the Lifted Equipment
Proof Load Test.
Refer to Section 8.4.1
Refer to Manufacture
Subject to visual
inspection
Colour coding
Visual inspection
each time before use.
1 year
as part of the container
inspection.
1 year
TEST REQUIREMENTS
Every 2 years
Carried out to the requirements

of the relevant Australian
Standard. Refer to Section 8.4.1
for SWL.
All Rigging for Man-lifts
APPEA
As specified above
Subject to Visual
Inspection
As specified above
Page 64
As specified above
4 MGM (man-lift rating)

specified in above documents
APPEA
TABLE F4
TYPE & PRODUCTION TESTING OF NEW LIFTED EQUIPMENT
ITEM
Offshore Containers
REFERENCE
APPEA
TYPE TEST
PRODUCTION TESTING
Applies to first item manufactured of

new design
(For the No. of units to be tested

refer the table F5 below)
4 Point Load Test

2 Point Load Test
4 Point Load Test
Drop Test*
Load Test only
Load Test only
Spreader Frames & Beams
APPEA
Transportable buildings.
Includes; Offices, Laboratories
etc. Not intended to transport
cargo
APPEA
4 Point Load Test

2 Point Load Test
4 Point Load Test
Specialised Items.
Includes: drilling guide bases,
conductor casing joints,
equipment modules etc
APPEA
4 Point Load Test

2 Point Load Test
4 Point Load Test
LOAD TEST REQUIREMENTS
MGM x 2.5
MGM x 1.5
MGM x 2.5
MGM x 2.5
MGM x 1.5
MGM x 2.5
* - For very large containers a drop test may be undesirable, hence the drop test should be carried out at the discretion of the accrediting body
Page 65
APPEA
TABLE F5
Total number in series
Number to be tested
1-5
6-10
11-20
21-40
> 40
10%
Page 66
APPEA
APPENDIX G
GUIDE TO AUSTRALIAN AND INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS
Page 67
APPEA
Table G1- Guide to Australian and International Standards

Note: This table is intended as a guide only. In many cases, requirements of International standards will be less onerous than Australian standards. Requirements less onerous
than Australian standards are not recommended to be adopted without specific Operator approval.
Aust/NZ No
Australian/New Zealand Title
ANSI Standard
British Standard
DNV Std
ISO Std
BS 5555
BS 464
BS 3226
BS 6072
Rules for Marine Operations

Part 2 Chap 5
-
Rules for Certification of

Lifting Appliances
AS ISO-1000
AS 1138
The International System of Units

Thimbles for Wire Rope
AS 1171
AS 1353
Non-Destructive Testing Magnetic

Particle Testing of Ferromgnetic
Products, Components and Structures
Flat Synthetic Webbing Slings
AS 1380
Fibre Rope Slings
AS 1418
Cranes (Including Hoists & Winches)
AS 1438
Wire - Coil Flat Slings
BS 3481
BS 5053
BS 2052
BS 4921
BS 7648
BS 327
BS 357
BS 466
BS 1757
BS 2452
BS 2573
BS 2799
BS MA41
BS MA79
-
AS 1504
Fibre Rope - Three Strand Hawser

Laid
Structural Steel Welding
AWS D1.1
BS 4870
A1264.1
BS 4592
BS 5395
AWS D1.2
BS 8118
AS/NZS 1554
AS 1657
AS 1664
Fixed Platforms, Walkways,

Stairways and Ladders Design,
Construction and Installation
Aluminium Structures Code
ASME B30
API RP2D
Spec 2C
Page 68
ISO 1000
-
APPEA
Aust/NZ No
ANSI Standard
British Standard
DNV Std
ISO Std
BS CP118
AS 1666
Wire Rope Slings
ASME B30.9
BS 1290
AS 2089
Sheave Blocks of Maximum Lift 60

Tonne
AWS C3.8
AS 2317
Non-Destructive Testing for

Ultrasonic Testing of Fusion Welded
Joints in Carbon & Low Alloy Steel
Collared Eye-bolts
BS 4018
BS 4344
BS 4536
BS MA47
BS EN 1714
AS 2207
ASME B18.15
BS 4278
AS 2318
Swivels for Hoists
AS 2319
Rigging Screws and Turnbuckles
BS 4429
AS 2321
Short Link Chain for Lifting

Purposes (Non Calibrated)
ASME B29
AS 2550 (1982)
Cranes Safe Use
ASME B30
BS 3113
BS 3458
BSEN 818-1
BS 6304
-
AS 2741
Shackles
AS 2759
Steel Wire Rope Application Guide
AS 3569
Steel Wire Ropes
AS/NZS 3678
Structural Steel Hot Rolled Plates,

Floor Plates and Slabs
Structural Steel Part 1 : Hot Rolled
Bars and Sections
Structural Steel Part 2 : Welded I
Sections
AS/NZS 3679.1
AS/NZS 3679.2
BS 3551
BS 6994
BS 6210
BS 6570
BS 183
BS 302
BS 525
BS 7613
API RP9B
Spec 9A
SAE J763
SAE J1392
SAE J1442
-
Page 69

Part 2 Chap 5
Part 2 Chap 5

Part 2 Chap 5
-

Part 2 Chap 5
Rules for Certification of

Lifting Appliances
Part 2 Chap 5
-

Part 2 Chap 5
ISO 3578
BSEN 10210-2
APPEA
Aust/NZ No
AS 3775
Chain Slings Grade T
AS 3776
Lifting Components for Grade T

Chain Slings
Shank Hooks and Large Eye Hooks Maximum 25 Tonne
Mechanical Equipment - Steelwork
AS 3777
AS 3990
AS 4048
ANSI Standard
British Standard
ASME B29
-
BS 2902
BS 6968
-
ASME B30.10
BS 2903
AISC
BS 5950
BS 7608
DDENV 1993
DDENV 1994
BS 3810
BS 6637
BS M69
BS 5950
BS 7608
DDENV 1993
DDENV 1994
BSEN 698
BSEN 701
BSEN 1251
BS 7648
ASME MH
AS 4100
Flat Pallets for Materials Handling

(1100mm x 1100mm suitable for use
in ISO Series 1 Freight Containers)
Steel Structures
AS 4142.1 - 1993
Fibre Rope - Care & Safe Usage
AS 4142.2 - 1993
Fibre Rope - 3 Strand Hawser laid

and 8 Strand Plaited Rope
Lifting Rings & Links
ANSI MH
AS/NZS 3711.4
Freight Containers:- Part 1

Classification, Dimensions & Ratings
Freight Containers:- Part 2
Terminology
Freight Containers:- Part 3 - Corner
Fittings
General Purpose Containers
AS/NZS 3711.5
Thermal Containers
AS B291
AS/NZS 3711.1
AS/NZS 3711.2
AS/NZS 3711.3
DNV Std
ISO Std

Part 2 Chap 5
Part 2 Chap 5
Part 2 Chap 5
-
ISO 445

Part 2 Chap 5
BS 3951

Part 2 Chap 5
-
ANSI MH
BS 3951
ISO 830 Amd.1,Amd.2
ANSI MH
BS 3951
ISO 1164 Cor.1
ANSI MH
BS 3951
ISO 1496.1 Amd.1
ANSI MH
BS 3951
ISO 1496.2
AISC
Page 70
ISO 668 Amd.1
APPEA
Aust/NZ No
ANSI Standard
British Standard
DNV Std
ISO Std
AS/NZS 3711.6
Tank Containers
ANSI MH
BS 3951
ISO 1496.3
AS/NZS 3711.7
Dry Bulk Containers
ANSI MH
BS 3951
ISO 1496.4
AS/NZS 3711.8
Platform Containers
ANSI MH
BS 3951
ISO 1496.5 Amd.1
AS/NZS 3711.9
Coding, Identification and Marking
ANSI MH
BS 3951
ISO 6346 Amd.1
AS/NZS 3711.10
Handling and Securing
ANSI MH
BS 3951
ISO 3874 Amd.2
Page 71
APPEA
Guidelines for Lifting Equipment - Phase Out of ISO Containers
APPENDIX H
GUIDELINES FOR THE PHASE OUT OF ISO SHIPPING

CONTAINERS OFFSHORE
Page 73
APPEA
SCOPE
Provision of procedures & guidelines to manage the use of ISO containers

used in the offshore oil and gas exploration and production industry.
The document provides guidelines for the inspection, testing and marking of
ISO containers used in the transport of goods to and from offshore locations.
IDENTIFICATION OF
ISO CONTAINERS
ISO containers are the containers originally built for international shipping and
fitted with ISO Corner fittings and lifted in container ports, from these fittings,
with a purpose built spreader frame and special Twist-locks. The containers
are designed and rated for use in still water ports and not for offshore use
where significant dynamic forces occur during lifting operations.
Most ISO containers are 20ft in length although 10, 30 & 40ft lengths are also
available.
Note: Purpose built offshore containers may also have ISO Corner fittings.
This is acceptable, provided that they are used only for securing during
transport and/or onshore/inshore lifting in accordance with onshore/inshore
container lifting guidelines as detailed in AS 3711.10:1993 Freight
Containers Handling and Securing.
CONTROLLED USE OF
ISO CONTAINERS
Containers used in international shipping are controlled by the International

Convention for Safe Containers (CSC). When the containers used in
international and/or coastal shipping reach the end of their service life, either
through condition or a time life expiry they are often sold off without
current CSC compliance.
Existing CSC compliance plates do not apply to the offshore oil and gas
exploration and production industry except as a reference for de-rating the
container in accordance with this these guidelines.
The CSC compliance plate is to be retained for this purpose. ISO containers
without compliance plates should be condemned.
REFERENCES
King Bay Supply Base Lifting Equipment Management System,

Woodside Energy Ltd.
Marine Orders, Part 44, Section 11.
International Maritime Organisation Circular 613 (to be replaced by
Maritime Safety Committee, Circular 860).
International Convention for Safe Containers (CSC) IMO, 1982.
DNV 2.7-1 Offshore Containers Certification Notes.
AS3711.10 1993 - Freight Containers, Handling & Securing.
Figure 1: ISO Corner Fitting

Figure 2: Typical ISO Container
Page 74
APPEA
ALLOWABLE ISO
CONTAINER STYLES
& LENGTHS
Closed roof, ISO containers up to 20 ft. in length are acceptable for offshore
transportation in accordance with these guidelines.
Open top style, ISO containers and any ISO container over 20 ft in length are
not acceptable for offshore transportation.
MODIFICATIONS TO
ISO CONTAINERS
Any ISO container that has been modified from the original CSC design must
have engineering calculations to support the continued integrity of the
container.
Unlike a purpose built offshore container, which is designed to carry full load
on primary structure members, ISO containers rely on the integrity of wall
panels for primary strength.
Such modifications may include:
Addition of extra doorway
Alteration to length
Addition of Pad eyes
PHASING OUT ISO

CONTAINERS FROM
OFFSHORE
INDUSTRY
Contractors currently utilising ISO containers are expected to reduce the

number in use up to the phase out date of 31 December 2000 and replace them
with purpose built offshore shipping containers.
The APPEA Guidelines for Lifting Equipment provide guidance for the design
of purpose built offshore shipping containers.
COMMENTARY ON
LIFTING POINTS
Even in a still water port situation, ISO shipping containers cannot be

lifted from the ISO Corner fittings by shackles and slings. This applies
even when empty.
Lifting with spreader frames as used in port situations is not allowed in
offshore lifting operations. Refer to IMO MSC circular 860
ISO containers used in the offshore industry should have pad eyes that are
purpose built. Refer to Pad eyes below.
Figure 3: Shackles in ISO corner fittings are not permitted
Figure 4: Although not generally required when container is

down-rated, lifting with special lifting beams will be allowed
during phase out. Must be fitted to pad eyes as shown.
Page 75
APPEA
PAD EYE
REQUIREMENTS
The following guidance is provided for the installation of pad eyes:

design by qualified structural engineer;
design verification by independent engineer, who has not been involved in
the design;
carry MGM on 2 diagonally opposite pad eyes;
align to the centre of gravity of the load
shackle pin hole to be +3mm or, not greater than 4% more than the
shackle pin diameter;
width of pad eye to be equal to 75% of the opening of shackle to be fitted.
This may be accomplished by fitting bosses to pad eye;
material trace-ability;
documented welding procedures (To AS1554, AWSD1.1 etc.);
welder qualification trace-ability; and
NDT inspection of all welding associated with pad eyes.
Notes:
1. The installation of pad eyes must have engineering trace-ability.
2. Refer to section 5.8 for pad eye design.
ALLOWABLE MGM
(Maximum Gross Mass)
ISO Containers used in the offshore industry where significant dynamic forces
occur during lifting from supply vessels must be significantly de-rated.
Subject to inspections in accordance with these guidelines, ISO container use
up to the phase out date will be allowed provided that the following is applied:
MARKING
REQUIREMENTS
The container is de-rated by multiplying original CSC Maximum Gross

Weight (or Mass) x 2 and dividing the figure by 5.
eg. For a 24 tonne MGM container:
(24 x 2)
=9.6 tonnes MGM
5
All ISO containers, original or modified, shall have a stencilled marking

beside the CSC data plates indicating Not Applicable. The plate should
remain to indicate the original MGM that is used in the de-rating formula
above.
Marking plates are required for:
Operational Marking Plate (Tare, Nett & Gross)
Test Plate (date of test and inspections)
Each container should be marked with a unique identification number issued
by the owner. The number should be:
1. cross-referenced on all relevant documentation; and
2. prominently displayed on a minimum of 2 sides of the container in
contrasting colours with stencilled characters of not less than 75 mm in
height.
Note: Refer to Figures 5 &6 for details of plates.
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FORKLIFT POCKETS
ISO Containers often have more than 1 set of fork-lift pockets. Extreme
caution should be used when lifting a laden ISO container from the fork-lift
pockets.
If there are two sets of fork-lift pockets, with one set being close to the centre
of the container, the inner set are designed for Empty lifting only. These
words must be stencilled on the base frame adjacent to fork-lift pockets when
such fork-lift pockets are installed. Stencilling should be 75mm in height.
There are instances where ISO containers have been modified and appear to
have useable fork-lift pockets on more than two sides, this can be a dangerous
situation as fork-lift pockets have been found that have the fork tines bearing
on a plywood floor. Check before using and at scheduled inspection.
SLINGS
Sling sets may be chain or wire rope. The following is recommended:

four leg sling assemblies are preferred;
maximum included (apex) sling angle of 60 degrees and;
chain used in stingers (or 5th leg) must meet ISO 3076, or ISO 7593
standards.
Note: The use of stingers is discouraged as the redundancy in a 4 leg assembly
is lost.
SHACKLES
Shackles must be:

Grade S minimum; and
Safety pin type with split pin fitted.
CONTAINER
INSPECTIONS
ISO containers must receive a thorough visual inspection both annually and
prior to any load testing.
NDT Inspection of pad eyes and floor support structure is to be carried out
annually and prior to load testing.
All thorough visual inspections and NDT must be recorded in a lifting
equipment database.
THOROUGH VISUAL
& NDT INSPECTIONS
(ANNUAL
REQUIREMENT)
door latching mechanisms in good working order (where applicable);

container is free from obvious defects, corrosion, impact damage, cracks,
etc;
under-floor support structure inspection. The floor support structure is
very light in an ISO container and is prone to extensive corrosion and
cracking when used in the offshore environment;
place container on supports to allow full inspection of underside and
ensure adequate lighting;
look for corrosion and/or any cracking;
it may be necessary to sand blast corroded steel to allow full inspection;
suspected areas of cracking to have NDT inspections carried out;
steelwork that has suffered significant (greater than 10%) metal loss
through corrosion is to be replaced;
complete structure to be examined for corrosion, cracking, and impact
damage. Particular attention is to be given to inspection of lifting points
and corner post assemblies;
visually inspect all welds for defects;
NDT all welds in pad eye area. (NATA accredited NDT facility required);
inspect for signs of mechanical damage;
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doors, frames, seals, hinges, locks should be examined and functionally

checked to ensure satisfactory operation without undue force;
check floor is substantially flat with no signs of damage or other
indications that may indicate overloading. Any internal floor damage may
indicate underside damage- re-check; and
marking plates should be as per requirements of these guidelines.
VISUAL INSPECTORS
KNOWLEDGE
REQUIREMENTS
The visual inspector should have, as a minimum, a knowledge and adequate

practical experience of:
the statutory requirements relating to containers;
the various types of containers in service;
the correct methods of slinging and handling the containers;
the loads affecting containers when handled under adverse offshore
conditions, particularly those affecting lifting points and, in the case of
ISO containers used offshore, the floor support structure;
the methods of testing containers as detailed in Maritime Safety.
Committee circular 860 or, DNV2.7-1 Offshore Container, Certification
Notes. The provisions of DNV 2.7-1 to be used as a guide only as ISO
containers do not comply with offshore container standards;
defects likely to be found in containers and acceptable levels of wear,
distortion and deterioration in relation to safety in use;
welding methods and procedures and qualification of welders;
the various methods of non-destructive testing (NDT) and a good
understanding of how they work and their limitations; and
procedures for measuring container to ensure distortion has not occurred
during service or load testing.
TESTING AN ISO
CONTAINER
The target date for the phase out of ISO containers for use in the offshore oil
and gas exploration and production industry is 31 December 2000. Hence it is
recommended that any containers currently in use undergo the following load
test (subject to satisfying inspection requirements) which would see them
through to phase out date.
Testing of container as per Testing Requirements as detailed in IMO
613 & MSC 860. (Drop test will not be required)
TESTING
PROCEDURES
Prior to load testing carry out thorough visual inspection as detailed within this
document as there is no value in testing a container that has defects.
4 Point Lifting Test:
Internal Load (not to be hung under container): a uniformly distributed load,
such that the combined tare of the container and test load is equal to 2.5 times
the de-rated MGM. The container should be lifted with its lifting set attached
to all four pad eyes.
Internal load (not to be hung under container): a uniformly distributed load
the de-rated MGM. It may be necessary to secure the weights to prevent
slippage during testing. The container should be lifted with slings attached to
two diagonally opposite pad eyes during the test.
Drop Test:
Drop testing of ISO containers is not recommended. Drop testing is required
when type testing future new container designs.
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ALLOWABLE
DEFLECTION
DURING &
SUBSEQUENT TO
LOAD TESTING
COMMENTS ON
DEFLECTION
LIMITS
Allowable deflection limits are detailed within DNV 2.7-1 Certification notes
Offshore Containers.
Refer to sections 3.7.1.2 & 3.7.1.3 of referenced DNV document.
Where deflection exceeds the maximum allowable limit, the container should
be scrapped.
Figure 5: ISO Container Identification Plate
OFFSHORE CONTAINER
Name of Manufacturer (if known)
Month/year of Manufacture (if known)
Manufacturers Serial No. (if known)
Maximum Gross Weight
kg at
Tare Weight
kg
Payload Container
kg
IDENTIFICATION
PLATE MATERIAL &
SIZE
REQUIREMENTS
deg sling angle
Plates to be of stainless steel or marine grade aluminium, 1 .5 mm thick

Affixed with stainless steel rivets (not aluminium)
215 mm overall width
150 mm overall height
Main heading alpha characters to be stamped 10mm in height
Other alpha & numeric characters 5mm in height
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Figure 6: Offshore Container Inspection Data Plate

INSPECTION DATA-OFFSHORE CONTAINER
Container No.
Maximum Gross Mass
kg
Tare Mass
kg
Payload - Container
kg
Mid- deck (Not Applicable to ISO containers)
Owner:
Tel. No. +
Test
Proof Load
NDT
Visual Inspection
INTERVAL
DATE &
TESTED BY
ONCE ONLY
1 YEAR
1 YEAR
Note: The inspection frequencies shown above only apply to ISO containers
INSPECTION DATA
PLATE MATERIAL &
SIZE
REQUIREMENTS
Plate to be of stainless steel or marine grade aluminium, 1 .5 mm thick

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OK
CHECK LIST
REVIEW PRIOR TO
ISSUING A TEST
CERTIFICATE
Container was placed on supports and a full underside

inspection carried out.
Container has no significant corrosion and/or structural fault
affecting integrity
Container floor is in sound condition
NDT of pad eye welds and floor support structure has not
revealed any cracking (or repairs have been effected)
Pad eyes are fitted to the container
Pad eyes have engineering design drawings available
Pad eye design complies with the requirements of this
document.
Container has been de-rated as per requirements of this
document
Container has been load tested as per requirements of this
document
There is no permanent distortion of the container following
load testing
Fork-lift pocket marking is as per the requirements of this
document and the pockets are in a good and safe condition.
Where a 5th leg is used in a chain sling assembly, the chain in
the 5th leg must meet ISO3076 standards for lifting chain.
Engineering drawings and structural analysis support any
modifications. All such modifications should have
independent design verification.
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Guidelines for Lifting Equipment - Inspection, Testing and Marking of Offshore Containers
APPENDIX I
GUIDELINES FOR THE INSPECTION, TESTING AND MARKING OF

OFFSHORE CONTAINERS
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PREAMBLE
The purpose of these guidelines is to address integrity requirements for existing offshore containers. They do
not address the requirements for new container fabrication or the concerns with ISO containers.
These guidelines provide lifting equipment testing facilities guidance on consistent minimum quality
requirements for testing offshore containers.
APPEA encourages all offshore container owners and their agents to utilise inspection services that have been
accredited by NATA (or equivalent overseas organisations) to carry out inspections and/or tests in accordance
with this guideline.
If the required documentation needed to obtain a Certificate of Conformity as detailed within this guideline is
not available to support the integrity of the container to be inspected and/or tested, the container should not be
approved for offshore use. This may require that engineering drawings be developed and calculations carried
out to verify the design of the container as being fit for intended service. Without all required information, a
Certificate of Conformity should not be given for the container.
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DOCUMENT SCOPE
Provide guidelines for the inspection, testing and marking of a wide range of
containers, baskets, skips etc. used in the offshore oil & gas exploration and
production industry.
INTRODUCTION
The range of shapes, sizes and capacity of containers used in the offshore
industry makes it difficult to specify all requirements that need to be met for
each individual design. This document provides specifics on some matters
affecting safety of containers whilst other areas may offer guidance only.
It is the joint responsibility of both the equipment owner and the inspection
and/or testing facility to ensure that all containers used within the offshore
industry are fit for the intended service.
REFERENCES
COMMENTS ON
DESIGN OF
OFFSHORE
CONTAINERS
International Maritime Organisation MSC Circular 860

DNV 2.7-1 Certification notes for Offshore Containers
APPEA Guidelines for Lifting Equipment IMDG Code
EN12079. Offshore Containers Design, construction, testing, inspection
and marking.
Petroleum (Submerged Lands) Act 1967 P(SL)A
It is recognised that there are many containers in use within the Australian
offshore oil & gas industry that may not be correctly engineered for the
service. The guidelines and procedures provided in this document will assist
in ensuring that every container used within the oil and gas exploration and
production industry has engineering drawings and design calculations to
support the Maximum Gross Weight indicated on the container.
Without the required documentation the testing facility will have no ready
method of determining if the Maximum Gross Weight (MGM) nominated by
the owner, is in fact a safe working load to be applied.
New containers will be fabricated to stringent guidelines and will be built to
recognised standards such as DNV 2.7-1. This will automatically provide the
quality that this document seeks to introduce to existing containers.
JUSTIFICATION OF
ALLOWABLE MGM
(Maximum Gross Mass)
OF EXISTING
CONTAINERS
Existing containers may need to be down-rated due to the more stringent

testing requirements. It is recommended that container owners carry out a
review of existing design MGM ratings to ensure that the container(s) will
meet the testing requirements of 2.5 times MGM. It may be necessary to
revise the container MGM and to update drawings as required, indicating new
ratings.
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PAD EYE
REQUIREMENTS
One of the most critical areas in the fabrication of an offshore container is the
pad eyes and their attachment to the container. For this reason the following
are recommended for offshore containers.
the installation of pad eyes must be carried out in accordance with good
engineering practices;
no bolted on pad eyes are permitted;
pad eyes must be welded to the primary structure of the container;
Note: For existing containers of monocoque construction, a detailed
engineering assessment of the pad eye connection is required;
design carried out by a qualified structural engineer and checked by an
independent engineer;
for design purposes, the design load is to be carried on two diagonally
opposite pad eyes;
align to centre of gravity of the loaded container;
shackle pin hole to be +3mm or, not greater than 4% more than the
shackle pin diameter;
width of pad eye to be equal to 75% of the opening of shackle to be fitted.
This may be accomplished by fitting bosses (cheek plates) to pad eye;
material traceability where appropriate material with through thickness
properties is to be specified. (Lamellar Defects);
documented welding procedures (To AS1554, AWSD1.1 etc.);
welder qualification trace-ability; and
NDT inspection of welding by MPI for all fillet welds & a combination of
Ultra Sonic and MPI for full penetration welds.
Notes:
1. The installation of pad eyes must have engineering trace-ability.
2. DNV 2.7-1 provides full details of container design and material
requirements and designers are encouraged to use the DNV document as a
guide.
GENERAL DESIGN
REQUIREMENTS
Monocoque construction is not to be used in new offshore container

fabrication and/or designs ie. A Primary structure is required.
For all other design requirements for new offshore containers, refer to
DNV2.7-1 Certification Notes Offshore Containers.
.
MARKING
REQUIREMENTS
All Offshore containers shall have the following:

Operational Marking Plate (Tare, Nett & Gross);
Test Plate (date of tests and inspections); and
Each container should be marked with a unique identification number
issued by the owner.
Notes:
1. The above referenced unique number should be cross-referenced on all
relevant documentation, including the Certificate of Conformity.
2. The number should be prominently displayed on at least 2 sides of the
container in contrasting colours with stencilled characters of not less than
75 mm in height.
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COMMENTS ON
LOAD TESTING OF
OFFSHORE
CONTAINERS
The load test requirements for offshore containers used in Australian waters
have traditionally been taken from Marine Orders Part 32 as published by the
Australian Maritime Safety Authority. However, it is recognised that the table
published in Marine Orders Part 32 is not suited to offshore containers and
these guidelines recommend that the requirements of the International
Maritime Organisation (IMO) be applied.
IMO have issued a circular (613) that details testing requirements for offshore
containers. This circular, referenced in Marine Orders part 44, paragraph 11 is
to be replaced by circular MSC 860.
LOAD TESTING
Prior to load testing, carry out thorough visual inspection as detailed within
this document. There is no value in testing a container that has defects.
NDT
Carry out NDT inspection on pad eye welds prior to and following load
testing. There will be no point load testing if pad eye welds have existing
faults.
Internal Load (not to be hung under container): a uniformly distributed load,
the rated MGM. The container should be lifted with its lifting set attached to
all four pad eyes.
Internal load (not to be hung under container): a uniformly distributed load
the rated MGM. The container should be lifted with slings attached to two
diagonally opposite pad eyes during the test.
DOCUMENTATION
REQUIREMENTS
PRIOR TO
LOAD-TESTING
The following requirements apply to any offshore container including baskets,

bottle racks, waste skips, completion baskets, workshops, stores and any other
structure used to transport goods to and from offshore facilities.
The equipment owner (or user) is required to provide the testing facility with
advice regarding design drawings and design calculations as detailed on
Page92.This information is required to enable the testing authority to issue a
Certificate of Conformity that will confirm that the subject container meets the
requirements of these Guidelines.
COMMENTARY ON
CLASSIFICATION
SOCIETY APPROVED
OFFSHORE
CONTAINERS
When a container with classification society certification is presented to a

NATA accredited facility for load testing, the facility is not required to verify
the design. The NATA accredited facility can proceed with load testing the
container and issue the Load Test Certificate on the strength of the Class
Society Certification approval and the satisfactory load test.
Advice regarding the engineering drawings and design calculations detailed
below is not required for a classification society approved container.
Maintaining classification society certification will provide acceptance of the
container at other locations throughout the world.
NATA ACCREDITED
When a container is presented to a NATA accredited facility for inspection
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FACILITY
RESPONSIBILITIES
and testing according to these guidelines, the facility management is

responsible for ensuring the safety of offshore containers.
ALLOWABLE
DEFLECTION
DURING &
SUBSEQUENT TO
LOAD TESTING
Allowable deflection limits are detailed within DNV 2.7-1 Certification notes
Offshore Containers.
Refer to sections 3.7.1.2 & 3.7.1.3 of referenced DNV document.
COMMENTS ON
DEFLECTION
LIMITS
Where deflection exceeds the maximum allowable limit, the container should
be either, de-rated, strengthened, or scrapped.
SLINGS
Sling sets may be chain or wire rope.
Material for chain used in 5th leg of a 5 leg assembly must comply with
ISO 3076.
SHACKLES
Shackles must be:

Grade S minimum
Safety pin type with split pin fitted
Bow shackles are preferred
CERTIFIED VISUAL
INSPECTION
REQUIREMENTS
The following should be considered when undertaking certified visual

inspection
container is free from obvious defects, significant corrosion, impact
damage, cracks, etc;
under-floor support structure inspection;
place container on supports to allow full inspection of underside and
ensure adequate lighting;
look for extensive corrosion and/or any cracking;
it may be necessary to sand blast corroded steel to allow full inspection;
suspected areas of cracking to have NDT inspections carried out;
steelwork that has suffered metal loss of 10% or greater through
corrosion, is to be replaced
Note: This may require UT checks to quantify metal loss;
complete structure to be examined for corrosion, cracking, and impact
damage. Particular attention is to be given to inspection of lifting points,
under-side members and corner post assemblies;
visually inspect all welds for defects;
inspect for signs of mechanical damage;
doors, frames, seals, hinges, locks should be examined and functionally
checked to ensure satisfactory operation without undue force;
check floor is substantially flat with no signs of damage or other
indications that may indicate overloading. Any internal floor damage may
indicate underside damage- re-check; and
marking plates in accordance with these guidelines.
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TESTING OF
WORKSHOP
CONTAINERS,
LOGGING UNITS
ETC.
It is recognised that it is extremely difficult, and in some cases impossible, to

fit the required test weights into containers that have work benches, shelving
etc. It is also impossible to fit weights into many logging units and other
container style cabins that either are full of specialised equipment used by
service companies or, only have personnel access doors.
In the case of these units it is recommended that more stringent inspection
requirements apply to these units in lieu of any load testing.
6 YEARLY
INSPECTION OF
WORKSHOP
CONTAINERS,
LOGGING UNITS
ETC. THAT CANNOT
BE LOAD TESTED
Where test weights cannot be evenly distributed across the floor area of any
container, logging unit etc. the following inspection methods shall be used to
ensure the on-going integrity of the equipment. These requirements shall be
additional to the annual, thorough visual and NDT inspection requirements
previously outlined.
Note: This method of integrity assurance will be in lieu of load testing and will
only be carried out by facilities accredited with NATA for visual or NDT
inspection or Classification Societies (e.g. DNV, Lloyds etc.)
Place container on racks to allow full underside inspection.

Note: Do NOT walk underneath containers suspended by fork-lift or
cranes.
Abrasive blast 25% of under-floor structural welds.
Carry out MPI on all welds cleaned by blasting
Where cracking is found in the underside should be completely abrasive
cleaned and all structural welds inspected by MPI method.
Carry out UT testing of any under-side structural members suspected of
having areas of > 10% metal loss.
Note: If any metal loss of > 10% is detected, the remaining structural
members shall also be UT checked for metal loss.
Carry out repairs as required using approved welding procedures,
qualified welders and trace-able materials equivalent to the original
structure members as detailed on the engineering drawings.
Carry out MPI on all weld repairs and rectify any faults detected.
Re-coat underside of container with a suitable coating for the offshore
environment.
NATA accredited facility shall provide the equipment owner with a stick
diagram of the container underside. The diagram shall identify members
and joints inspected.
The equipment owner should ensure that all QA documents relating to
repairs carried out are complied and retained on file for future reference.
Note: Whilst the abrasive blast requirements may, at first seem to be quite
extensive, it will, in most cases be advantageous as many containers will
require re-application of coatings (particularly underneath) at the end of 6
years and this work will fit well with that requirement.
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VISUAL INSPECTOR
KNOWLEDGE
REQUIREMENTS
The inspector must have, as a minimum, a knowledge and adequate practical

experience of:
The statutory requirements relating to containers.
The provisions of DNV 2.7-1
The various types of containers in service.
The correct methods of slinging and handling the containers.
The loads, stresses and strains affecting containers when handled under
adverse offshore conditions.
The methods of testing containers as detailed in Maritime Safety.
Committee circular 860 or, DNV2.7-1 Offshore Container, Certification
Notes.
Defects likely to be found in containers and acceptable levels of wear,
distortion and deterioration in relation to safety in use.
Welding methods and procedures and qualification of welders.
The various methods of non-destructive examination (NDE) and a good
understanding of how they work and their limitations
Techniques for measuring container to ensure distortion has not occurred
during service or load testing
Inspection of rigging and lifting equipment as per the category Lifting
Sling(s) as detailed in Table F3.
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REQUIREMENTS TO
BE MET PRIOR TO
ISSUING A
CERTIFICATE of
CONFORMITY
OK
Engineering drawings have been prepared or reviewed by a

"body" meeting the requirements of section 2.6
Drawings meet the requirements detailed within this

document.
Container been inspected in accordance with Certified
Visual Inspection Requirements as detailed in Appendix I.
NO
Engineering drawings and structural analysis support any

modifications.
Pad eyes are fitted to the container
Pad eyes have engineering design drawings available
Pad eye design complies with the requirements of this
document.
Container has been de-rated as per requirements of this
document
Container has been load tested as per requirements of this
document
There is no permanent distortion of the container following
load testing (Refer to DNV 2.7-1, section 37.1.2 & 3.7.1.3)
Fork-lift pockets marking is as per the requirements of this
document.
Material for chain used in 5th leg of a 5 leg assembly must
comply with ISO 3076.
NDT of pad eye welds, structural member welds and floor
support structure has not revealed any cracking (or repairs
have been effected)
Figure I.1: Suggested Offshore Container Identification Plate

OFFSHORE CONTAINER
Name of Manufacturer
Month/year of Manufacture
Manufacturers Serial No.
Maximum Gross Weight
Tare Weight
Payload Container
Intermediate Deck kg
Certificate of Conformity No.
Design Temperature
kg at
kg
kg
Degrees C
IDENTIFICATION
PLATE MATERIAL &
SIZE
REQUIREMENTS
deg sling angle
Plate to be of stainless steel or marine grade aluminium, approximately 1

.5 mm thick
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FIGURE I.2: SUGGESTED INSPECTION DATA PLATE

215
35
180 (6 x 30)
10 mm LETTERING
INSPECTION DATA OFFSHORE CONTAINER
Container No.
Maximum Gross Mass
Tare Mass
Payload
Container
Intermediate deck
kg @
kg
kg
kg
deg. Apex sling angle
Owner:
Tel. No. +
+
+
250 mm
70 mm
TEST
PROOF LOAD
NDT
INTERVAL
AT
MANUFACTURE
6 YEAR TEST
DATE CERT NO
3 YEAR TEST
DATE CERT NO
VISUAL
INSPECTION
1 YEAR TEST
DATE CERT NO
AT
SITE
1.5 mm Stainless Steel Or Marine Grade Aluminium
5 mm LETTERING
Suggested plate incorporates ideas from international documents and local

requirements. All dimensions are shown in mm.
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FIGURE I.3 SUGGESTED ALTERNATE IDENTIFICATION PLATE
215 mm
5 mm LETTERING
10 mm LETTERING
OFFSHORE CONTAINER
150 mm
Name of Manufacturer
Month/year of Manufacture
Manufacturers serial No.
Maximum Gross Mass
Tare Mass
Payload
Container
Intermediate deck
Certificate of Conformity No.
Design Temperature
kg @
kg
kg
kg
o
deg. Apex sling angle
1.5 mm Stainless Steel or

Marine Grade Aluminium
The suggested plate complies with international document requirements.
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FIGURE I.4
SUGGESTED OPERATIONAL MARKING PLATE
200
1.5mm Stainless steel or

Marine Grade Aluminium
3.2
90
ID No
TW-SS01
OWNER
WOODSIDE
MANUFACTURER
DISON
DATE OF
MANUFACTURE
TYPE
12/96
OFFSHORE EQUIPMENT CONTAINER
All dimensions shown are in mm.
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FIGURE I.5 SUGGESTED IDENTIFICATION NUMBER DETAIL
75mm high lettering, 7.5mm thick
VARIES
PW - SS01
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FIGURE I.6: SUGGESTED ALTERNATE OFFSHORE CONTAINER INSPECTION

DATA PLATE
INSPECTION DATA-OFFSHORE CONTAINER
Container No.
Maximum Gross Weight (wt)
Tare Weight
Payload - Container
Mid- deck
kg at
deg, Apex sling angle
kg
kg
kg (Where Applicable)
Owner:
Tel. No. +
DATE:
DATE:
DATE:
TEST TYPE:
TEST TYPE:
TEST TYPE:
TESTED BY:
TESTED BY:
TESTED BY:
DATE:
DATE:
DATE:
TEST TYPE:
TEST TYPE:
TEST TYPE:
TESTED BY:
TESTED BY:
TESTED BY:
DATE:
DATE:
DATE:
TEST TYPE:
TEST TYPE:
TEST TYPE:
TESTED BY:
TESTED BY:
TESTED BY:
DATE:
DATE:
DATE:
TEST TYPE:
TEST TYPE:
TEST TYPE:
TESTED BY:
TESTED BY:
TESTED BY:
DATE:
DATE:
DATE:
TEST TYPE:
TEST TYPE:
TEST TYPE:
TESTED BY:
TESTED BY:
TESTED BY:
INSPECTION DATA
PLATE MATERIAL &
SIZE
REQUIREMENTS
Plate to be of stainless steel or marine grade aluminium, approximately 1

.5 mm thick
250 mm overall height (approx.)
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ONGOING
INSPECTION & TEST
REPORTS
Ongoing, in-service reports will include the following as appropriate:

Visual Inspection Reports;
Load Test Reports; and
Non Destructive Testing Reports.
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APPENDIX A

Petroleum (Submerged Lands) Act 1967 [P(SL)A]

Petroleum (Submerged Lands) Act: Schedule of Special Requirements as to Offshore

Petroleum (Submerged Lands) Act: Petroleum (Submerged Lands) Act (Management of

Navigation Act 1912 and associated Regulations and Marine Orders

AUSTRALIAN AND NEW ZEALAND STANDARDS ETC.

The International System of Units and its Application

Structural Steel - Part 1: Hot Rolled Bars and Sections

Recommended Practice for Planning, Designing and Constructing Fixed

Guide for Container Equipment Inspection

Australian Maritime Safety Authority.

Approved by the Operating Company, regulator, authority or society.

Entity that owns Lifting Equipment.

A certificate issued by a body as described in Section 2.6 and in accordance

Certified visual Inspection of Lifting Equipment accompanied by a report bearing the

A person having practical and theoretical knowledge and relevant

Lifted Equipment used in lifting and transport operations (see Section

Convention for Safe Containers

Dynamic Amplification Factor.

A representative of a Classification Society or an inspection body or a

Department of Minerals and Energy.

A person qualified to be a Member of the Institute of Engineers, Australia

A lift which due to constraints, circumstances or specialised engineering

Enclosure or frame designed specifically for lifting a particular item of

The maximum permissible combined weight of a cargo container and its

International Maritime Organisation.

Lifting to or from a vessel at a sheltered wharf. This may be performed

An organisation accredited by the National Association of Testing

Any person carrying out inspection of Lifting Equipment. Examples of

Equipment that the rigging connects to (Refer to Section 1.3).

An item equipped with mechanical means for moving or placing a freely

Means an item or an integrated assembly of items designed to convey or for

Points on a structure to which rigging is attached, such as pad eyes.

The activity of monitoring, inspecting, testing, refurbishing and replacing

Indicates a discretionary action.

Minimum breaking load.

Maximum Gross Mass

Mobile Offshore Drilling Unit.

Magnetic particle inspection.

National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia.

Non-Destructive testing, including magnetic particle, ultrasonics.

The maximum permissible weight of the contents of a container in

Container constructed after the issue date of this document.

The Northern Territory Department of Minerals and Energy.

An item of Lifted Equipment designed for the movement of equipment or

A lift performed in unsheltered waters between two vessels, between a

Lifting about an onshore location not involving a vessel.

A person who is responsible to any one of:

Equipment which is designed for repetitive use, to be readily detachable

Indicates a mandatory requirement.

Indicates a recommended requirement.

An Authority having statutory powers to control the design, manufacture,

The weight of an empty container or the weight of a lifting beam or lifting

Testing, in the context of inspection, means such tests carried out

An organisation accredited by the National Association of Testing

Construction aid not intended for lifting

A certificate, similar to a Certificate of Conformity, but issued to indicate

A detailed visual examination and other such measures considered