Air Boat Safety Manual Procedure

Version No : 04
SAFE WORK REQUIREMENT
: 04
Amend No : 01
HSE/SWR-442
Air boat Safety Manual Procedure
: 01
Valid from: 2015-10-01

: : 2015-10-01
HSE
3D Seismic Survey
PPL Shah Bandar
Crew 3317 (Pakistan)
Activity
Prepared
By
Approved
By
Name
Designation
Mr. Ammar Raza
HSE Advisor
Mr.
Wang
Dong
Country
Manager
Jin
Date
th
10
2015
th
10
2015
Signature
January
January
Air Boat Manual Procedure.

RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Intervals
Change Engine Oil and Filter Every 25 Hours
Grease CH-3 Belt Drive Unit Every 25 Hours
Drain Water/Fuel Separator Every 25 Hours
Blow Out Air Filter Every 25 Hours, Replace Every 200 Hours
Replace Water/Fuel Separator Filter Every 200 Hours
Replace Replace Fuel Filter Every 200 Hours
Recommended Spare Parts and Tools to Carry
Tools
(1) Set of Standard Wrenches and Sockets- 7/16, 1/2, 3/8, 9/16, 5/8 and 3/4
(1) Set of Metric Wrenches and Sockets- 9mm, 10mm, 11mm, 12mm, 13mm, 14mm, 15mm,
17mm
(1) Ratchet and Extension
Crescent Wrench
Standard and Needle Nose Pliers
(1) Set of Standard Size Allen Wrenches
(1) Set of Metric Size Allen Wrenches
Standard and Phillips Screw Drivers
Parts
(1) Engine Serpentine Belt
(2) Quarts of Oil
(2) Gallons Clean Water
Airboat Preventive Maintenance
Check Daily:
Check Oil Level
Check Coolant Level
Check Serpentine Belt Condition for Cracks, Wear
Visually Check Fuel and Cooling System Fittings for Leaks
Visually Inspect Propeller Blades for Damage
Visually Inspect Belt Drive for Wear (Belt)
Visually Inspect for Loose Bolts/Nuts and Tighten If Needed
25 Hour Maintenance
Change Oil and Filter
Grease Belt Drive Unit (2 pumps of grease each fitting)

Check Serpentine Belt on Engine
Clean Air Filter
Clean Propeller
Tighten Rigging Bolts to Hull
Tighten Prop Cage to Hull/Seat Stand Bolts
Clean Steering Cable Heim Joints on Rudders and Steering Cable
200 Hour Maintenance
Complete 25 Hour Maintenance Checklist

Clean/Replace Fuel Filter
Clean/Replace Water-Fuel Separator Filter
Check Flexplate Bolts on Belt Drive Unit
Check Propellor Bolts - Torque to 65ft/lbs
400 Hour Maintenance
Complete 25 Hour Maintenance Checklist

Change Sparks Plugs
Change All Filters
Replace Engine Serpentine Belt
Inspect/Replace CH-3 Belt
Color Code for Wiring

Switch Panel
RED - Battery Switch (All Time Hot)
BLUE - Navigation Lights
PURPLE - Key Switch
YELLOW - Starter
BROWN - Bilge Pumps
Gauges
BLACK - Ground
GRAY - Tachometer
BLUE w/ BLACK STRIPE - Oil Pressure Sending Unit
TAN w/BLACK STRIPE - Water Temperature
WHITE - Fuel Level
ORANGE - Accessory (Extra)
REPAIR PROCEDURES
Should the airboat sink and the engine go underwater, perform the below outlines repair
procedures to get the boat running again should the propellor be in operating condition with no
damage.
Procedure
Remove spark plugs.
Drain oil pan and remove oil filter.
Refill with oil and new filter.
Change starter motor.
Crank engine with starter motor to blow water out of cylinders, then spray cylinders with WD40 or
automatic transmission fluid
Replace spark plugs.
Drain fuel tank.
Replace fuel filter.
Refill fuel tank.
Start engine.
Check oil after running for 10 minutes. (If signs of water remain, change oil again.)
REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR AIRBOAT

Hard hat with earmuffs for driver
Safety glasses for driver
Minimum of 4 pair of earmuffs, not ear plugs, must be kept on the airboat for all passengers
Life vest for driver
Life vests for all passengers
First aid kit
Flare fun for distress signal
Throw ring buoy
Fire extinguisher
Safety toe shoes for driver
Long pants are to be worn at all times, under no circumstance will a driver be allowed to wear
Shorts
CHECKLIST FOR AIRBOAT

Going To / Returning From Job
Airboat # ______________________
TASK
Cleanliness of Hull
Propeller
UHMW Polymer Bottom
Rudders
Propeller Guard
Radiator
Coolant Level
Flex plate/Flywheel
Seat Cover
Engine Cover
Fire Extinguisher
Life Ring
Fuel Tank Full
Oil Level and Cleanliness
Steering Cable
Foot Throttle
Bilge Pump and Hoses
Exhaust
Batteries
Inspector:
Date:
Boat Driver:
Job Returned From:
OPERATOR INITIAL
INSPECTOR INITIAL
OVERVIEW OF AIRBOAT OPERATING AND TRAINING

Airboat Drivers
Airboat drivers are responsible for:
Driving airboats in a safe and responsible manner at all times
Driving airboats in accordance with manufacturers recommendations
Driving airboats in accordance with the training they have received
Wearing the required PPE
Performing and documenting daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance according to the
Owners maintenance schedule prior to driving airboats
Refusing to drive an airboat that does not meet defined requirements or has otherwise
been assessed as a significance hazard
Taking responsibility for their equipment seriously
Good participation in Quality, Health and Safety and Inspection initiatives related to
Airboats
Actively identifying, reporting and rectifying hazards relation to airboat operation
Reporting incidents promptly
Reporting mechanical deficiencies to the mechanic promptly
Considering the environmental impact of actions taken with the airboat, and adjusting
actions in order to minimize environmental impact.
General Requirements
1) Airboats shall be equipped with the following equipment:
Two-way radio
Spark arrestors
Mater power disconnect switch
15 foot cane pole with high visibility flags
toll kit with basic hand tools
all equipment as supplied by the manufacturer
first aid kit
5 lbs ABD dry chemical fire extinguisher
set of applicable maps
copy of site Emergency Response Plan
life ring
flare gun
copy of required airboat documents (registration, insurance, etc.)
all agreed labels
where airboats could be used at night, floodlights
where applicable, blood borne pathogens kits
2) Airboats must never transport more people than there are proper seats for and never
more than recommended by the manufacturer.
3) An Airboat with mechanical deficiencies posing a risk to occupants shall not be

operated.
4) Airboats shall not be loaded beyond the capacities specified by the manufacturer.
5) Loads shall be properly balanced and secured. Their distribution shall follow the
manufacturers recommendations.
6) Tie-down points shall be installed.
7) Modifications to airboats shall:
Not interfere with the steering of the airboat
Not interfere with the balance and center of the gravity of the airboat
8) The stability of the airboat must be assessed prior, during and after any modifications.
9) the battery on an airboat must be inside a covered battery box.
10) Airboats must be equipped with non-skid floor boards.
11) Airboats must be marked with freeboard/load line markings
Airboat Driving
PPE
a) Each airboat driving shall be equipped and maintain a personal set of PPE.
b) Airboat driver PPE consists of the following:
ANSI Z8901 Hard Hat
Class A Hearing Protection
Personal Floatation Device
ANSI Z87.1 Eye Protection
Steel-toed boots
Gloves
Suitable cold/hot weather equipment
High-visibility clothing
Defensive Driving
a) Defensive driving must be practiced at all times.
b) Driving an airboat under the influence of drugs or alcohol is not permitted. Violation of this
rule shall be followed by strong discipline.
c) Airboats must reduce speed when passing people or objects that may be affected by the
wake.
d) Airboats must reduce speed prior to turns, intersections, and area of limited visibility.
e) Airboats should follow right banks when traveling on rivers and channels.
f) Before crossing an unusually rough area, the airboat driver must warn the occupants, ensure
that they brace themselves, and adjust the airboat speed accordingly.
g) The airboat driver must always watch out for obstructions such as trees, stumps, sand banks,
etc.
Airboat Occupants
a) Airboat passengers must wear are required PPE.
b) Airboat passengers must be Swim Tested prior to boarding an airboat.
c) All occupants must remain properly seated when the airboat is in motion.
d) All occupants must face the direction of travel.
e) All occupants must remain alert throughout the journey.
f) Only employees, subcontractors, and clients shall be transported on airboats.
Speed
a) Speed must be adjusted to terrain
b) Speed limits shall be clearly defined wherever airboats are operated.
c) Airboat drivers shall at all times observe the established speed limits.
d) Non-compliance with defined speed limits shall be cause for disciplinary action.
e) The maximum speed limit for airboats on any operation is 30 miles per hour. Speed limits
(and corresponding speeds) are to be lowered according to local conditions.
Uncharted Terrain Driving

Uncharted terrain driving requires specialized skills to protect the occupants, the airboat and the
terrain. As such, additional precautions must be taken.
a) Prior to any uncharted terrain driving, a documented meeting on airboat driving techniques
must take place between the airboat driver and his-her supervisor.
b) Other special precautions as defined in the Contract Plane.
Night Operations
a) Night driving will be permitted only under emergency situations with written management
approval following a thorough assessment of the associated risks. The assessment must show
that the risks are acceptable and manageable using clearly defined control and recovery
measures.
Fueling
a) Engine must be turned off and all sources of ignition removed prior to fueling.
b) Smoking is not permitted during fueling operations.
c) Two persons must be present during fueling operations.
Towing
a) Towing shall only be conducted using proper shackles and tow ropes or adequate strength
and length. All shall be correctly stored and regularly inspected. Shackles or any other metal
objects shall not be used to tie ropes together.
b) Establish the signals to be used and who will give signals prior to starting the operation.
c) The person in charge must ensure that all everyone is completely clear prior to starting the
towing operation.
Parking
a) Airboats must be parked in designated areas.
Transporting Airboats
a) Trailers must be properly secured to vehicles before loading and unloading airboats.
b) Airboats shall be properly secured for transportation.
Monitoring
Airboat Driver Monitoring
a) The performance of Airboat Drivers can also be monitored by passengers through the use of
Checklists such as the Airboat Driver Quality Checklist. Passengers are encouraged to use
these checklists regularly, particularly on the third party airboats.
Our objective is clear. DynaMarine Performance Boats is committed to redefining what

an
airboat can be. Fueled by passion, our industry-leading innovations in performance,
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and style ensure each boat we craft is nothing short of excellence.

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Version No : 04

SAFE WORK REQUIREMENT

Air boat Safety Manual Procedure

Valid from: 2015-10-01

Mr. Ammar Raza

Air Boat Manual Procedure.

Airboat Preventive Maintenance

Change Oil and Filter

Grease Belt Drive Unit (2 pumps of grease each fitting)

Complete 25 Hour Maintenance Checklist

Complete 25 Hour Maintenance Checklist

Color Code for Wiring

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT FOR AIRBOAT

CHECKLIST FOR AIRBOAT

OVERVIEW OF AIRBOAT OPERATING AND TRAINING

3) An Airboat with mechanical deficiencies posing a risk to occupants shall not be

Uncharted Terrain Driving

Our objective is clear. DynaMarine Performance Boats is committed to redefining what

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