OS/AH Anchor Handling Vol. 3

This book will benefit Masters, officers and other personnel operating anchor handling vessels. It describes the most common work boat operations, which differ to those of the barge or vessel being worked. A number of specialist mooring operations are also described, again from the boat's viewpoint. This volume of the Oilfield Seamanship Series provides practical guidance on all aspects of anchor handling, such as anchor retrieval, rigging for anchor handling and recovery gear for fishing and grappling operations. The book is supported by extensive diagrams, illustrating sequences such as breaking out anchors and the stowage of chain on deck, as well as equipment design.