Davit System (Lifeboat/Raft) · Lifesaving Appliances (LSA)
Regular and thorough maintenance is crucial for the reliable operation of maritime equipment like davits, ensuring they are always ready in emergency situations. One such reliable model is the Gsp.FP.55 W07L from Global Davit GmbH, which is SOLAS certified and approved by DNV. This davit is designed for crew evacuation and safety, with a capacity that meets SOLAS requirements. The IMCA, Gard, and SOLAS MSC.1-Circ.1205 standards highlight common failure points for davits and release hooks, emphasizing the need for annual functional testing of the On-Load-Release-Gear (OLRG) at 1.1 times the Safe Working Load (SWL), followed by a thorough inspection for corrosion and wear. Wire ropes should be checked for kinks, corrosion, and broken strands, requiring replacement if more than 10% of strands are broken over an 8D length. The brake system, including both centrifugal and holding brakes, must be checked for wear and proper function, with the remote release function also verified. Additionally, the davit structure should be inspected for corrosion and structural integrity, especially after incidents like the RRS Sir David Attenborough case in 2021, which highlighted severe corrosion due to inadequate maintenance. Spare parts are available from Global Davit GmbH or authorized partners, with a lead time of 2-6 weeks. Weekly engine tests and annual servicing by an approved provider are required, along with a thorough examination every five years.
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Weekly engine test run (min. 5 min). Release hook servicing annually by an approved service provider (SOLAS MSC.402(96)). GRP hull inspection at docking. Five-year thorough examination.
Spare parts via Global Davit GmbH or authorised distribution partners. Lead time: 2-6 weeks.
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