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User Manual 

FROG-3 

 

 

Rev 19                                                

 

  

Page42 

6.6

 

Examination 

 
(NOTE: RML websit

www.reflexmarine.com/support

 should be checked for the latest version of the 

tables in this section) 
 

Question 

Response 

When should an examination 
be conducted? 

An Examination must be conducted at least EVERY 12 months.  According to 
the findings of any Visual Inspection a more frequent Examination schedule 
may be warranted according to wear, age of unit and usage conditions.  At 
each  Examination  it  is  a  good  opportunity  to  replace  a  small  number  of 
critical  and  other  replacement  parts  and  therefore  more  frequent 
examinations may be prudent.  

Who should conduct this 
examination? 

A Competent Person. 

Does 

this 

examination 

require a formal record? 

Yes. 

What  drawings  are  required 
to support this examination? 

The drawings are available in 

Appendix B

. 

What equipment is required 
to perform this examination? 

i.

 

A ladder. 

ii.

 

An inspection frame or floor matting. 

iii.

 

Good lighting. 

iv.

 

Appropriate metric tool kit (socket set, combination spanners, allen 
keys etc). 

v.

 

Riveter. 

vi.

 

Inspection data plate (with stamps). 

vii.

 

Proof load equipment (se

Section 6.8

)

 
A  suitable  means  of  safely  accessing  the  top  and  the  bottom  parts  of  the 
FROG-3 is required.  When using a step ladder or ladder it must be securely 
fixed to prevent slippage whilst accessing the top of the FROG.   The FROG-3 
can  be  laid  on  its  side  on  protective  matting,  or  the  use  of  a  secure 
inspection frame assembly to safely access the underside of the FROG- 3 is 
recommended.  Do not go underneath an active lift. 
Be aware that in some regions “Working at Height” regulations may apply. 

 
The following checklist is suggested as a suitable  list of required Examination items and a suitable 
format for recording key Examination data.  A ‘WORD and EXCEL’ copy of this Examination checklist 
is  included  on  the  distributed  CD’s  and  is  also  available  on  the  Reflex  Marine  Ltd  website  at 

www.reflexmarine.com/support

. 

 

 

Link to Index

 

Link to Index

 

Summary of Contents for FROG-3

Page 1: ...FROG 3 User Manual Original Instructions For FROG Models FS 01 320 Standard FS 01 340 Arctic FS 01 370 Tropical Rev 19 Issued 14 05 12...

Page 2: ...flex Marine Ltd or by downloading the latest manual revision from www reflexmarine com support Revision Approval Revision Date Issued Status Approved Name Signed 15 1 05 Oct 05 Revised RML Operations...

Page 3: ...and maintenance terminology No No 15 3 Old sections 4 0 4 1 4 2 4 3 4 4 4 5 Revision to inspection and maintenance procedures to update part numbers and offer sling set replacement frequency guidance...

Page 4: ...y fitting button head screws Correct the material description to 304 Stainless steel F 01 221 Seat assembly anti rotation bolt Correct the material description to 17 4PH 15 chrome alloy steel No No No...

Page 5: ...ket shackle spacer check added Separate spring check added Separate sliding sleeve cross bolt check added General formatting changes Section 6 7 Separate spring check added Separate sliding sleeve cro...

Page 6: ...ay 2012 Electronic RML 1 Uncontrolled RML Newbury P Onions 14 May 2012 Electronic RML 2 Uncontrolled RML Aberdeen S Watson 14 May 2012 Electronic Notification of this manual revision is sent to the fo...

Page 7: ...ameters Sea State 16 3 2 1 Site Specific Frog Transfer Operating Parameters 17 3 3 Operating Parameters Additional Factors 17 4 TRANSFER PLANNING 18 4 1 Risk Assessment and Method Statement 18 4 2 Com...

Page 8: ...ncy of Inspection Test and Maintenance 35 6 4 Pre Operational Visual Check 37 6 5 Visual Inspection 39 6 6 Examination 42 6 7 Post Load Test Visual Inspection 46 6 8 Proof Load Testing 49 6 8 1 Load T...

Page 9: ...on Outside of Buoyancy Units 72 12 3 Decal Vinyl Stickers Located Inside of Lower Buoyancy Units 72 12 4 Decal Operating Instructions Located Inside of Upper Buoyancy Units 72 12 5 Decal Operating In...

Page 10: ...central column All materials have been selected specifically to minimise corrosion in the marine environment The outer framework protects passengers from impacts and contains the buoyant elements whi...

Page 11: ...be noted that some national regulations require cranes to be specifically certified for man riding operations v Supervisory personnel including Deck Crews and Crane Operators must be competent and mus...

Page 12: ...ns of 90Kg 198 lbs are loaded onto the seats equivalent to 270 Kg of moving mass In addition to this each passenger carries 20Kg 44lbs of luggage placed on the floor 60 Kg of static mass The combined...

Page 13: ...use in the Construction Industry Industry European Standards EC Machinery Directive EN 1050 EN292 Parts 1 2 Load Test ILO152 LOLER National Regulations UK PUWER LOLER Impact Behaviour The seating ass...

Page 14: ...the User Manual will be translated into language of the country EC Member state in which the machinery is to be used This manual makes reference to CE marking of the FROG 3 however there are a limite...

Page 15: ...n may deform on lateral impact and there may be damage to other components and therefore the equipment must be inspected after any impact Stability The unit has a low centre of gravity and a tripod ba...

Page 16: ...a deck rising at full speed If there are concerns about heavy landings operators may wish to consider the following methods to reduce risk of heavy landings and take off dry runs without passengers l...

Page 17: ...Operating Parameters Parameter Recommendation Wind Speed 40 knot equivalent to 20 m s The FROG 3 is very stable in high wind Limiting factor is usually crane operability or control of load Visibility...

Page 18: ...4 2 Communications Communications are an important part of controlling transfer operations Local communication practice will vary from work group to work group However dedicated 3 way radio communica...

Page 19: ...is recommended that video briefings are utilised for briefing transfer passengers supplemented as necessary by verbal briefing on any relevant installation vessel specific information 4 6 Supervision...

Page 20: ...ncy personnel transfers should not take place iii The crane boom should be fitted with adequate floodlights to illuminate the crane hook and FROG unit The Crane Operator must maintain a clear line of...

Page 21: ...ower straps then upper straps 5 Passengers Signal to deck crew when seat belt secure by holding hand up thumbs up 6 Deck Crew Ensure passengers are strapped in and hands and feet are correctly positio...

Page 22: ...re time for the Crane Operator crews to react in the event of a failure of the vessel s station keeping 5 4 1 Use of Shorter Slings Reflex Marine Ltd recommends the use of a 30 ft 9 m sling however fo...

Page 23: ...lable for easy replacement as required 5 5 Use of Tag Lines Tag lines Hand Lines are not supplied with the FROG However if users wish to use tag lines for handling the FROG the following should be con...

Page 24: ...itute a tripping hazard for passengers exiting the FROG 3 Each passenger is permitted a maximum of 20 kg hand luggage The nets are constructed of elastic shock cord or bungee and will stretch to conta...

Page 25: ...lap fastener clip and feed through eye Fold over the clip and the safety belt is secure Reverse operation for quick release Fig 4 Fastening the Belt Next pull the LOWER straps first then the UPPER st...

Page 26: ...ts ii The Deck Supervisor Banksman will shout OUT OUT OUT iii Personnel to release seat belt buckles and vacate FROG iv Deck Supervisor Banksman will direct passengers to a safe area Images sources UK...

Page 27: ...ome items for consideration whilst establishing PPE are i Survival rates in water summer and winter ii Wind temperature ranges iii Proximity of overboard rescue facility fast rescue boat FRB standby v...

Page 28: ...strapped in Personnel should be informed that PFD should not be inflated when person is strapped in the FROG Acceptable exception basis RML recommend that this style is used carefully to prevent accid...

Page 29: ...ransfers Total PFD requirement for FROG 3 3 x 3 1 10 PFD s iii Deck crew should ensure that when passengers are exiting the FROG the passengers move clear of the landing area to the designated safe ar...

Page 30: ...s Buoyancy iii 17 mm Wrench for M10 bolts Seat iv 19 mm Wrench for M12 bolts Luggage Box v Box Bag for Loose Fittings vi FROG 3 Diagrams 5 12 2 Stretcher Mode Conversion Procedure i Refer to Figure 8...

Page 31: ...upper fixing bolt 1 x M10 Dome Cap and loosen the nut from seat facing door B C The seat can be removed once the bolt head is passed through the key slot ix Seat harness can now be fastened behind the...

Page 32: ...v An intravenous drip may be placed on the hook on the central column where fitted vi Secure the stretcher in position with the two straps provided as shown in Figure 9 Stretcher Fitting Diagram a Be...

Page 33: ...n optional basket type stretcher as illustrated in Figure 10 Figure 10 Basket Type Stretcher optional Specifications Length 2180 mm Width 1 610 mm Depth 190 mm Weight 10 kg Load Limit 275 kg Includes...

Page 34: ...formally recorded Examination An Examination is a careful and critical assessment of the components carried out by a Competent Person This should include dismantling the assembly and performing a vis...

Page 35: ...always be carried out on schedule iv Where the FROG has sustained substantial damage a detailed examination of the unit must be carried out to ensure the integrity of the unit before conducting any f...

Page 36: ...t exceeding not exceeding not exceeding Very Low 20 before every use 6 months 12 months After Load Test On Critical Parts Replacement 12 months 36 months 10 years Low 100 before every use 6 months 12...

Page 37: ...orded appropriately e g an entry in the daily tour record stating date the check has been completed unit number and any relevant comments What drawings are required to support this check The drawings...

Page 38: ...Frame and Buoyancy Check for any damage and ensure that all bolts and fasteners are present tight and secure Do not go underneath an active lift 6 Seat Harness Security Check seat harnesses operate pr...

Page 39: ...ii An inspection frame or floor matting iii Good lighting A suitable means of safely accessing the top and the bottom parts of the FROG 3 is required When using a step ladder or ladder it must be secu...

Page 40: ...wire rope components Replace the sling set according to the usage of the FROG see Table 3 in Section 6 3 This may be as frequently as every 3 months Irrespective of apparent condition the lifting sli...

Page 41: ...ment points are secure 13 Seat Harnesses sit in Check all seat harness buckles to ensure each is functioning correctly Inspector to sit in each seat and check fastening and unfastening of each harness...

Page 42: ...A ladder ii An inspection frame or floor matting iii Good lighting iv Appropriate metric tool kit socket set combination spanners allen keys etc v Riveter vi Inspection data plate with stamps vii Pro...

Page 43: ...ritical Part Remove the M48 keel boss nut and visually check that the threads at the bottom of the central column tube are in good condition Before replacing the keel nuts ensure the threads on both t...

Page 44: ...hat they are properly secured to the capsule Do not go underneath an active lift Notes iii Measure height of foot and replace if under 150 mm in height iv Small 20 mm in length cuts are acceptable but...

Page 45: ...Report Take the standard set of photos as detailed in the recommended inspection report template As a minimum photos of each of the 18 points in the check list should be taken 20 Documentation Report...

Page 46: ...erform this inspection i A ladder ii An inspection frame or floor matting iii Good lighting A suitable means of safely accessing the top and the bottom parts of the FROG 3 is required When using a ste...

Page 47: ...isually inspect for any wear or damage and check that the split pin and tamper proof seal are intact 5 Main Seat Spring Check Check the spring condition and test the operation of the spring 1 In situ...

Page 48: ...including the ready for dispatch after completion of the post load test inspection 12 Documentation Report Complete a report as recommended in the RML inspection template Reflex Marine Ltd offer to k...

Page 49: ...certified test person Does this test require a formal record Yes What drawings are required to support this test The required drawings are available in Appendix B What equipment is required to perfor...

Page 50: ...540 kg 1168 lb on the seats and spread equally between them 605 kg 1333 lb placed on the floor and distributed evenly Basis of Test Proof Load Twice Maximum Gross Weight less Tare Weight 2 x 815 kg 4...

Page 51: ...ng sets vi Replace slings according to usage and inspection results vii Remove the Velcro cover if a FROG unit or the sling set is to be removed from service for more than one month viii Store sling s...

Page 52: ...ically FS XXX where XXX represents a three digit number Replace the critical parts as identified in the Examination Checklist according to the usage of the FROG see Table 3 in Section 6 3 This may be...

Page 53: ...Cover red 1 x Anti Fouling Bracket 1 x Shackle Spacer 4 x Heavy Duty Cable Ties And either For Type 1 older Keel Assemblies 1 x M48 Coarse or Fine Thread Nut subject to FROG 3 serial number 1 x Roll...

Page 54: ...es 1 x M48 Coarse or Fine Thread Nut M40 version subject to FROG 3 serial number 1 x Roll Pin 2 x M10 X 60 mm Hex Bolts 2 x M10 Nyloc Nuts 2 x M3 Split Pins Or For Type 2 newer Keel Assemblies 1 x M48...

Page 55: ...ine Thread Keel Plate Boss 1 x M10 x 95 mm Hex Bolt 2 x M10 Plain Washers 1 x M10 Nyloc Nut 1 x M3 Split Pin 1 x Tamper Proof Seal Arctic FROG 3s 340 Refer to FROG 3 unit serial number for correct kit...

Page 56: ...unit serial numbers 1 x Back Up Lift Eye 1 x M24 Nut 1 x 3 mm x 50 mm Split Pin 1 x Tamper Proof Seal Landing Feet Kit 320 340 Standard and Arctic F LFK 320 all unit serial numbers 3 x Feet foam 3 x...

Page 57: ...ms for critical and replacement parts for your operation please contact support reflexmarine com 6 11 Unit Replacement Recommendation The FROG design is strong and robust and is able to be refurbished...

Page 58: ...OG 3 Serial Numbers Every FROG 3 built is assigned a build serial number These serial numbers are allocated sequentially in the order in which FROG 3 units are built Serial numbers start from FS 001 a...

Page 59: ...underside of the FROG 3 landing feet cross braces or main column Therefore the unit must be secured to a pallet specifically designed for forks 8 2 2 Crane When lifting the FROG 3 with short chain or...

Page 60: ...atherproof protective cover or other heavy duty tarpaulin material 8 2 6 Containerisation The FROG 3 will not fit in a standard or high cube container If the FROG 3 is transported on flat rack it must...

Page 61: ...r is also available awaiting photo Fig 12 FROG 3 Protective Cover 8 2 8 Feet Deformation During Storage Prolonged periods of exposure to hot decks and self weight can cause permanent set deformation o...

Page 62: ...ant note to passengers Certain National regulations place constraints on the use of personnel transfers Passengers should ensure they are aware of any local regulations prior to proceeding Name Design...

Page 63: ...Revision Description 320 Sheet 1 2 B FROG 3 General Assembly 320 01 Sheet 4 B FROG 3 General Assembly Medivac Configuration 320 03 Sheet 1 B FROG 3 Central Column Assembly 220 30 A 30ft Lifting Assemb...

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Page 70: ...exmarine com if you require any assistance with identifying the correct replacement parts for your FROG 3 11 2 Definition According to Criticality Critical components are those in which if failure wer...

Page 71: ...ith the following information i CE Mark ii Description of Equipment iii Model iv Serial Number v Manufacturer s Address vi Year of Construction vii Mass of Usual Configuration Mass without Payload Tar...

Page 72: ...olumn Marking Plan for layout i Buoyancy columns numbered A B C Arial bold 150 mm height black See F ASY 01 Stretcher seat column marked A and B and C clockwise ii Notice FIX LOWER BUOYANCY UNIT B C T...

Page 73: ...at Change Out Plan 1 Stretcher Fitting Guide 1 SWL Rating 1 1 Safety Notice Keep Feet Inside Frog 1 1 1 12 5 Decal Operating Instructions Located on Seat Back 3 off sticker ENSURE THAT BELTS ARE PROPE...

Page 74: ...User Manual FROG 3 Rev 19 Page74 12 6 FROG 3 Column Marking Plan...

Page 75: ...eas Stretcher MedEvac Essential for conducting emergency medical transfers Reflex Marine Ltd supply rigid stretcher that are compliant to use in FROG 3 emergency stretcher mode Protective Cover The co...

Page 76: ...User Manual FROG 3 Rev 19 Page76 14 APPENDIX F INDEPENDENT CERTIFICATION 14 1 EC Type examination certificate from unit number FS 412 onwards Link to Index...

Page 77: ...User Manual FROG 3 Rev 19 Page77 14 2 ABS Product Design Assessment Certificate from unit number FS 412 onwards...

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