Handling and Stowing Smallboats

Question 1

A test conducted using 125 percent of the rated load of the davit system.

Answer 1

Dynamic Load Test

Question 2

A test conducted on the davit system with empty hook(s).

Answer 2

No-Load Operation Test

Question 3

A test conducted using 100 percent of the load for which the davit system was designed to handle at the hook(s).

Answer 3

Rated Load Test

Question 4

A test conducted using 200 percent of the rated load of the davit system.

Answer 4

Static Load Test

Question 5

A series of tests consisting of a no-load operational test followed by static, dynamic, and rated load tests. These tests are then followed by a second no-load operational test.

Answer 5

System Test

Question 6

A condition where the boat falls are prevented from further movement either by design or obstruction. Continued hoisting against a two-block condition will result in over stressing or failure of davit components.

Answer 6

Two-Blocked Falls