The hazards of using hold-back vessels during DP operations

  • Recommended Practice
  • Revision 0.1 - December 2022

 

This document discusses the hazards of using hold-back vessels during dynamic positioning (DP) operations, emphasising the associated risks, guidelines, and best practices.

Contents

  • Glossary

  • Introduction

  • Risk reduction in operations

  • Assisted DP operations

  • Selection of the hold-back/push vessel

  • Practical considerations

  • References


Revision

  • Rev. 0.1 - February 2024
    Refresh of page 2, reference links and layout (bookmarking); no change to content
  • Rev. - December 2022
    Initial publication