The West of England P&I Club has issued a Safety Alert regarding Snap - Back Zones as follows: All mooring lines under tension will stretch, particularly those made from synthetic material. Should the line break, stored energy will be released as it reverts to its original length. The two ends of the line will recoil or "snap-back" towards and past the points to which they are secured. Anyone stan...
WORLD SHIPPING
08 January 2013 - 00:00
Guidance on the dangers of mooring and towing lines parting whilst under tension
The West of England P&I Club has issued a Safety Alert regarding Snap - Back Zones as follows: All mooring lines under tension will stretch, particularly those made from synthetic material. Should the line break, stored energy will be released as it reverts to its original length. The two ends of the line will recoil or "snap-back" towards and past the points to which they are secured. Anyone stan...
WORLD SHIPPING
08 January 2013 - 00:00
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