Regarding the time of test disengagement of the emergency disengagement device for the emergency loading/unloading arm
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I would like to ask the experts here: when a loading arm equipped with an emergency release device is used at a port, how often should a test release be carried out?
Theoretically, one side should be tested once a year, but most owners don’t do that – it’s too expensive!
Once a year, conducting a disconnection test doesn’t cost much; it’s sufficient to restore things to normal after the test. Even if it does require some expense, it should still be done – safety is no trivial matter.
The oil transfer arm speaks in a very professional manner: victory:
Our unit has only conducted experiments once in two years. . .
It is tested once a year, but it is actually quite expensive; first of all, a boat is needed to assist with the disengagement. Also, our plant’s oil transfer arm is 16 inches in diameter, and it takes four people half a day to get it fixed.
It’s just a matter of a few safety pins; the cost isn’t that high. The key issue is the fear of taking risks; if the arm gets detached, the consequences can be severe. It still needs to be done for a safe exit test.