ASME B30.8:2020 pdf download.Floating Cranes andFloating Derricks-Safety Standard for Cableways,Cranes, Derricks, Hoists, Hooks, Jacks,and Slings.
two-block damage prevention feature: a system that will stall when two-blocking occurs without causing damage to the hoist rope or crane machinery components.
two-block warning feature: a warning device to alert the operator of an impending two-blocking condition.
two-blocking: the condition in which the lower load block or hook assembly comes in contact with the upper load block or boom assembly.
vangs (yang lines): tackle attached to each side of a derrick boom near the outer end, and to the base or pontoon at a lateral distance, by means of which the boom is rotated (slewed) from one side to the other (usually used on floating derricks).
whipline (runner or auxiliary line): a separate hoist rope system usually of a lighter load capacity than provided by the main hoist.
windlass: a deck machine, usually power operated, used for heaving in or paying out anchor chain.
SECTION 8-0.3: PERSONNEL COMPETENCE
Persons performing the functions identified in this Volume shall meet the applicable qualifying criteria stated in this Volume and shall, through education, training, experience, skill, and physical ability, as necessary, be competent and capable to perform the functions as determined by the employer or employer’s representative.
SECTION 8-0.4: TRANSLATIONS
(a) Translation of Non-English Documentation Into English
(1) The wording of written non-English safety information and manuals regarding use, inspection, and maintenance shall be translated into English by professional translation industry standards, which include but are not limited to the following:
(-a) translation of the complete paragraph message, instead of word by word
(-b) grammatical accuracy
(-c) respectfulness of the source document content without omitting or expanding the text
(-d) accurate translation of the terminology
(-e) reflection of the level of sophistication of the original document
(2) The finished translation shall be verified for compliance with (1)(-a) through (1)(-e) by a qualified person having an understanding of the technical content of the subject matter.
(3) Pictograms used to identify controls shall be described in the manuals. The pictograrns should comply with ISO 7000. Iso 7296, or other recognized source, if previously defined. The text of the description shall meet the criteria of (1) and (2).
(b) Any non-English documentation provided in addition to English shall be translated and reviewed in accordance with the requirements Listed above.
SECTION 8-0.5: REFERENCES (20)
The following is a list of publications referenced in this Standard.
ANSI A14.3-2018, Ladders — Fixed — Safety Require- men ts
ANSI Z26.1-1996, Safety Glazing Materials for Glazing Motor Vehicles and Motor Vehicle Equipment Operating on Land Highways
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