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The OREEF Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) Crew Recommendations document provides essential guidance for offshore renewable energy operators on the optimal crew size for CTVs to enhance safety and emergency response capabilities. This guidance, developed by the Offshore Renewable Energy Emergency Forum (OREEF), addresses the challenges of operating CTVs with fewer than three crew members, emphasizing the need for sufficient staffing to manage vessel control, communication, and emergency response in offshore environments.

  • Document Type: Guidance

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Key Features:

  • Emergency Response Preparedness: Highlights the need for a minimum of three crew members to operate rescue equipment, manage vessel control, and respond effectively to emergencies such as collisions, fires, or medical incidents.
  • Risk Assessment for CTV Operations: Recommends that duty holders conduct emergency response risk assessments as part of the CTV contract process to ensure vessels and crew are prepared for a variety of potential emergencies.
  • Emergency Testing and Exercises: Encourages regular testing and training exercises with CTV crews to maintain readiness for different emergency scenarios and to ensure all crew members are familiar with their roles.
  • Tender Process Considerations: Advises that emergency response capabilities be included in CTV tender processes, allowing operators to justify their proposed crew size based on the specific site requirements.