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This Safety Alert emphasizes the necessity of verifying the electrical duty ratings and condition of motor starter contactors in winch controllers for lifeboat and rescue boat launching appliances. A recent incident revealed that exceeding the duty rating led to contactor failure, which could have resulted in serious damage and injury. The Coast Guard recommends that operators inspect and replace faulty contactors, verify duty cycle ratings, and ensure proper training for personnel operating the davits.

Author

Nemesakos

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EN