This guidance note provides guidance on mitigating the risk of injury from whole body vibration (WBV) on small vessels, and in particular severe and repeated shocks (RS) as a result of impacts.
It is provided to assist in improving the design of vessels to reduce the severity of the impact and to provide a suitable postural position for those on board to enable them to brace effectively.
There is also guidance for operators on reducing the risk of injury through training, predeparture briefing and ensuring that the vessel is operated considering vessel design, sea conditions and the health and experience of those onboard.
Amendment 3 reflects evolving knowledge and best practice including the use of shock mitigating technology and data.
Source: MCA.