CEJN Work Safely Onboard Ships - Manual (Page 6)

General Safety & Warnings
HAZARDS DUE TO HOSE FAILURE & OIL LEAKAGE
Hose assemblies may fail abruptly and unexpectedly due to a variety of reasons. Hydrau-
lic oil shooting out at high pressure and/or at high speed can cause serious personal
injury and severe damage to objects as well as pollution of the environment.
Examples of potential hazards:
• Bursting hose components
• Whipping hose ends
• Oil spray leakage
• Coupling blow-off
Make sure that:
• The design and operation of tools and machines complies with the existing safety
regulations.
• Inspect hose assemblies for damage and wear at regular intervals; if possible, in
advance of each usage.
• Inspect hose sets in unpressurised condition; use implements when necessary.
• Defective or damaged hose assemblies must be replaced immediately.
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