Plastic coated wires
Plastic (PVC) coated galvanised standard marine wire
of 18mm diameter and 6x24 construction is commonly
used for various purposes where there is a need to
avoid the risk of cutting or chafing. Such wire should be
used with caution. Tests have revealed that if plastic
covered wire is used in conjunction with grips, slippage
is likely to occur at much reduced loads than would be
the case for unprotected wire of the same size and
characteristics. The plastic coating should be stripped
from the wire where the bulldog grips are to be applied
and from the surface of any wires coming into contact
with each other.
Fire and explosion hazards
If lashing terminals are to be welded while or after
loading cargo, great care should be exercised. Before
undertaking any hot-work it is important to obtain a hotwork
certificate from the local port authority. The
authority should also be in possession of all relevant
information relating to ship and cargo. The welders