Shock Mitigation

Objectives

The objective of improving designs, specifying new equipment or changing methods is to improve an organisations overall performance.

Improve Operational Efficiency

Professional RIB operators can be on the water for extended periods and in extreme conditions which can result in a high incidence of injuries to crews.

The helmsman, crew and passengers of RIBs and High Speed Craft can be made safer by improvements to work station design and specialist training.

Shock & Vibration At Sea

Causes of 'shock' are random 'hits' of up to 15G from head sea impacts or from overtaking following seas. A single event can result in a sudden extreme injury.

Causes of 'vibration' are continuous 'hammering' such as short steep seas or wind against tide conditions. Extended exposure can result in muscle fatigue and injury.

Shock Mitigation Strategy

New or changing operational requirements - from emergency situations to reduced fuel budgets - can lead to smaller boats operating for longer periods.

There is no 'one off solution' to the problems of faster boats and greater expectations but a shock mitigation strategy can make improvements in many areas.

Please contact us to discuss your individual requirements info@shockmitigation.com