Safe Manual Winch Practices and Procedures
This program walks students step-by-step through the operational practices required to operate barge hand winches safely while making and breaking tow. Winches featured include various models of the major manufacturers (e.g., Patterson, Nabrico). Length: 19 minutes
Topics Include
- Proper method for paying out
 - Keeping feet and hands out of the spokes of the wheel
 - Engaging and releasing the dog
 - Utilizing a handle extension
 - Use of the brake and safe release of wires under extreme pressure
 
Sku: MOX-IW-SfManWinchPrac