EN 13852-1:2025
(Main)Cranes - Offshore cranes - Part 1: General-purpose offshore cranes
Cranes - Offshore cranes - Part 1: General-purpose offshore cranes
This document applies to general purpose offshore cranes including their supporting pedestals and structures.
This document is applicable to general purpose offshore cranes, whose structures are made of steel.
This document provides requirements for all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events relevant to general purpose offshore cranes, for lifting of goods and lifting of persons, when used as intended and under the conditions foreseen by the risk assessment (see Clause 4).
This document is applicable to general purpose offshore cranes, which are manufactured after the date of approval by CEN of this document.
This document is not applicable for:
a) transportation, assembly, disabling, scrapping, installation or erecting of the crane;
b) any item attached to the hook, such as loads, non-fixed load lifting attachments, lifting accessories, baskets, carriers and containers;
c) lifting operations in ambient temperatures below - 20 °C;
d) lifting operations in ambient temperatures above 45 °C;
e) accidental loads as result of collisions, earthquakes, explosions, etc., which are not covered by exceptional loads defined in Table B.7 ;
f) floating cranes (covered by EN13852-2), light offshore cranes (covered by FprEN13852-3) and 2D/3D motion compensated cranes;
g) subsea lifting operations;
h) lifting operations involving more than one crane;
i) emergency rescue operations (except training).
Krane - Offshore-Krane - Teil 1: Offshore-Krane für allgemeine Verwendung
Dieses Dokument ist für Offshore-Krane für allgemeine Verwendung einschließlich ihrer Tragsäulen und Strukturen anwendbar.
Dieses Dokument ist für Offshore-Krane für allgemeine Verwendung mit Strukturen aus Stahl anwendbar.
Dieses Dokument enthält Anforderungen für signifikante Gefährdungen, Gefährdungssituationen und Ereignisse, die für Offshore-Krane für allgemeine Verwendung, das Anheben von Gütern und Personen bei bestimmungsgemäßem Gebrauch und unter den durch die Risikobeurteilung vorgesehenen Bedingungen (siehe Abschnitt 4) relevant sind.
Dieses Dokument ist für Offshore-Krane für allgemeine Verwendung anwendbar, die nach dem Datum der Genehmigung dieses Dokuments durch CEN hergestellt werden.
Diese Dokument ist nicht anwendbar für:
a) den Transport, die Montage, die Demontage, die Verschrottung, die Installation oder die Errichtung des Krans;
b) alle an dem Haken befestigten Objekte wie etwa Lasten, nicht fest angebrachte Lastaufnahmemittel, Hebezubehör, Körbe, Träger und Behälter;
c) Hubvorgänge bei Umgebungstemperaturen unter −20 °C;
d) Hebearbeiten bei Umgebungstemperaturen über 45 °C;
e) zufällige Lasten aufgrund von Kollisionen, Erdbeben, Explosionen usw., die nicht durch die in Tabelle B.7 festgelegten außergewöhnlichen Lasten abgedeckt sind;
f) Schwimmkrane (behandelt in EN 13852 2), leichte Offshore-Krane (behandelt in EN 13852 3) und 2D/3D bewegungskompensierte Krane;
g) Unterwasser-Hebearbeiten;
h) Hebearbeiten mit mehr als einem beteiligten Kran;
i) Offshore-Krane als Teil des Notfallmaßnahmenplans zur Evakuierung.
Appareils de levage à charge suspendue - Grues off-shore - Partie 1 : Grues off-shore pour usage général
Le présent document s'applique aux grues off-shore d'usage général, y compris à leurs socles et aux structures d'appui.
Le présent document s'applique aux grues off-shore d'usage général à structure en acier.
Le présent document spécifie les prescriptions relatives à l'ensemble des phénomènes dangereux, situations dangereuses et événements dangereux majeurs relatifs aux grues off-shore d'usage général, pour le transport de marchandises et le levage de personnes, lorsque celles-ci sont utilisées comme prévu et dans les conditions prévues par l'évaluation du risque (voir Article 4).
Le présent document s'applique aux grues off-shore d'usage général fabriquées après la date d'approbation du présent document par le CEN.
Le présent document ne s'applique pas :
a) au transport, au montage, au démontage, à la mise au rebut ou à l'installation de la grue ;
b) à tout élément fixé au crochet, tel que les charges, les accessoires de levage de charge amovibles, les accessoires de levage, les nacelles, les supports et les conteneurs ;
c) aux opérations de levage à des températures ambiantes inférieures à - 20 °C ;
d) aux opérations de levage à des températures ambiantes supérieures à 45 °C ;
e) aux charges accidentelles résultant de collisions, de tremblements de terre, d'explosions, etc., qui ne sont pas couvertes par les charges exceptionnelles définies dans le Tableau B.7 ;
f) aux grues flottantes (couvertes par l'EN 13852-2), aux grues off-shore légères (couvertes par FprEN 13852-3) et aux grues à compensation de mouvement 2D/3D ;
g) aux opérations de levage sous-marines ;
h) aux opérations de levage impliquant plus d'un appareil de levage à charge suspendue ;
i) aux opérations de sauvetage (hors entraînement).
Žerjavi - Žerjavi na plavajočih objektih - 1. del: Žerjavi na plavajočih objektih za splošne namene
Ta dokument se uporablja za žerjave na plavajočih objektih za splošne namene, vključno z nosilnimi ploščadmi in konstrukcijami.
Ta dokument se uporablja za žerjave na plavajočih objektih za splošne namene, katerih konstrukcije so izdelane iz jekla.
Ta dokument določa zahteve za večja tveganja, nevarne situacije in dogodke v zvezi z žerjavi na plavajočih objektih za splošne namene, pri dvigovanju tovora in oseb, kadar se uporabljajo v skladu s predvidenim namenom ter pod pogoji, ki jih določa ocena tveganja (glej točko 4).
Ta dokument se uporablja za žerjave na plavajočih objektih za splošne namene, ki so bili izdelani po datumu, ko je CEN sprejel ta dokument.
Ta dokument se ne uporablja za:
a) prevoz, montažo, onemogočanje, razrez, namestitev ali postavitev žerjava;
b) predmete, pritrjene na kavelj, kot so bremena, nepritrjeni priključki za dvigovanje bremen, dvižni pripomočki, košare, vozički in zabojniki;
c) dvigovanje pri temperaturah okolja pod –20 °C;
d) dvigovanje pri temperaturah okolja nad 45 °C;
e) naključne obremenitve zaradi trkov, potresov, eksplozij itd., ki niso zajete v izjemnih obremenitvah, opredeljenih v preglednici B.7;
f) plovna dvigala (zajeta v standardu EN 13852-2), lahka dvigala na plavajočih objektih (zajeta v standardu EN 13852-3) in 2D/3D žerjavi s kompenzacijo gibanja;
g) dvigovanje pod morsko gladino;
h) dvigovanje, ki vključuje več kot en žerjav;
i) žerjave na plavajočih objektih v okviru načrta pripravljenosti na izredne razmere za evakuacijo.
General Information
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Overview
EN 13852-1:2025 - Cranes: Offshore cranes - Part 1: General-purpose offshore cranes is the updated European standard (approved by CEN 24 Feb 2025) that defines safety, design and operational requirements for general-purpose offshore cranes, including their supporting pedestals and steel structures. The standard applies to cranes manufactured after CEN approval and covers hazards relevant to lifting goods and persons when used as intended and under conditions identified by the required risk assessment.
Key exclusions are clearly stated: transportation/assembly/installation, items attached to the hook (loads, baskets, containers), ambient temperatures below −20 °C or above 45 °C, subsea or multiple-crane lifts, floating cranes (EN 13852-2), light offshore cranes (EN 13852-3), motion-compensated 2D/3D cranes, and emergency-evacuation cranes.
Key topics and technical requirements
EN 13852-1:2025 organizes technical requirements around practical safety and fitness-for-purpose topics. Major areas include:
- Design, strength, stability and fatigue: service classification, load cases, limit states and failure mode analysis; wire rope/drum and material selection.
- Control systems and automation: start/stop functions, prevention of unexpected start-up, lifting mode selectors, minimum hook velocities, response times and remote consoles.
- Electrical and power systems: supply isolation, slipring units, ingress protection, EMC, VFDs, batteries and protective earthing.
- Mechanical components: hoist/luffing/slewing/travel drives, bearings, gears, brakes, drums, wire rope terminations and wear protection.
- Fluid power systems: hydraulic reservoirs, cylinders, load-holding devices, hoses and accumulators.
- Safeguarding and protection systems: rated capacity indicators/limiters (RCI/RCL), slack rope limiters, motion detection systems (MDS), automatic/manual overload protection (AOPS/MOPS), emergency stop and emergency operation systems (EOS), wind/hook indicators and fire protection.
- Installation interface: pedestal adaptors, power/communication interfaces and external lighting.
- Risk management & exchange of information: list of significant hazards, required documentation and safety functions; emphasis on use within foreseen conditions from the risk assessment.
Practical applications and users
This standard is essential for stakeholders involved with offshore crane design, manufacture, procurement, installation oversight and maintenance, including:
- Crane manufacturers and steel fabricators
- Offshore project engineers (oil & gas, offshore wind, maritime construction)
- Classification societies, regulatory bodies and safety auditors
- Equipment procurement and technical specifications writers
- Maintenance and inspection teams, and safety/risk engineers
Use cases include specifying compliance for new general-purpose offshore crane builds, preparing technical procurement documents, performing design verification and hazard assessments, and developing maintenance and inspection regimes.
Related standards
- EN 13852-2 (floating cranes) - see exclusion in scope
- EN 13852-3 (light offshore cranes) - see exclusion in scope
- Supersedes EN 13852-1:2013
Keywords: EN 13852-1:2025, offshore cranes, general-purpose offshore cranes, crane safety standard, lifting of persons, rated capacity limiter, crane control systems, offshore crane design.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 13852-1:2025 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Cranes - Offshore cranes - Part 1: General-purpose offshore cranes". This standard covers: This document applies to general purpose offshore cranes including their supporting pedestals and structures. This document is applicable to general purpose offshore cranes, whose structures are made of steel. This document provides requirements for all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events relevant to general purpose offshore cranes, for lifting of goods and lifting of persons, when used as intended and under the conditions foreseen by the risk assessment (see Clause 4). This document is applicable to general purpose offshore cranes, which are manufactured after the date of approval by CEN of this document. This document is not applicable for: a) transportation, assembly, disabling, scrapping, installation or erecting of the crane; b) any item attached to the hook, such as loads, non-fixed load lifting attachments, lifting accessories, baskets, carriers and containers; c) lifting operations in ambient temperatures below - 20 °C; d) lifting operations in ambient temperatures above 45 °C; e) accidental loads as result of collisions, earthquakes, explosions, etc., which are not covered by exceptional loads defined in Table B.7 ; f) floating cranes (covered by EN13852-2), light offshore cranes (covered by FprEN13852-3) and 2D/3D motion compensated cranes; g) subsea lifting operations; h) lifting operations involving more than one crane; i) emergency rescue operations (except training).
This document applies to general purpose offshore cranes including their supporting pedestals and structures. This document is applicable to general purpose offshore cranes, whose structures are made of steel. This document provides requirements for all significant hazards, hazardous situations and events relevant to general purpose offshore cranes, for lifting of goods and lifting of persons, when used as intended and under the conditions foreseen by the risk assessment (see Clause 4). This document is applicable to general purpose offshore cranes, which are manufactured after the date of approval by CEN of this document. This document is not applicable for: a) transportation, assembly, disabling, scrapping, installation or erecting of the crane; b) any item attached to the hook, such as loads, non-fixed load lifting attachments, lifting accessories, baskets, carriers and containers; c) lifting operations in ambient temperatures below - 20 °C; d) lifting operations in ambient temperatures above 45 °C; e) accidental loads as result of collisions, earthquakes, explosions, etc., which are not covered by exceptional loads defined in Table B.7 ; f) floating cranes (covered by EN13852-2), light offshore cranes (covered by FprEN13852-3) and 2D/3D motion compensated cranes; g) subsea lifting operations; h) lifting operations involving more than one crane; i) emergency rescue operations (except training).
EN 13852-1:2025 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 47.020.40 - Lifting and cargo handling equipment; 53.020.20 - Cranes. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 13852-1:2025 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 13852-1:2013. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 13852-1:2025 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2006/42/EC, 2014/34/EU, 98/37/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/079, M/396, M/596. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-oktober-2025
Žerjavi - Žerjavi na plavajočih objektih - 1. del: Žerjavi na plavajočih objektih za
splošne namene
Cranes - Offshore cranes - Part 1: General-purpose offshore cranes
Krane - Offshore-Krane - Teil 1: Offshore-Krane für allegemeine Verwendung
Appareils de levage - Appareils de levage offshore - Partie 1: Appareils de levage
offshore pour usage général
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 13852-1:2025
ICS:
47.020.40 Dvigalna oprema in oprema Lifting and cargo handling
za pretovor equipment
53.020.20 Dvigala Cranes
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN 13852-1
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
April 2025
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 47.020.40; 53.020.20 Supersedes EN 13852-1:2013
English Version
Cranes - Offshore cranes - Part 1: General-purpose
offshore cranes
Appareils de levage à charge suspendue - Grues off- Krane - Offshore-Krane - Teil 1: Offshore-Krane für
shore - Partie 1 : Grues off-shore pour usage général allgemeine Verwendung
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 24 February 2025.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this
European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references
concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN
member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by
translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management
Centre has the same status as the official versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and
United Kingdom.
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CEN-CENELEC Management Centre: Rue de la Science 23, B-1040 Brussels
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worldwide for CEN national Members.
Contents Page
European foreword . 9
Introduction . 11
1 Scope . 12
2 Normative references . 12
3 Terms and definitions . 17
4 List of significant hazards . 23
5 Safety requirements and/or protective measures . 28
5.1 General. 28
5.1.1 Design . 28
5.1.2 Exchange of information . 28
5.1.3 Offshore marine environment . 29
5.1.4 Fitness for purpose. 29
5.1.5 Power supply . 30
5.1.6 Hazardous area . 30
5.1.7 High risk applications . 30
5.1.8 Security of automation and control systems . 30
5.1.9 Environmental footprint . 31
5.1.10 Safety functions . 31
5.2 Strength, stability and fatigue . 33
5.2.1 General principles and requirements . 33
5.2.2 Service classification . 33
5.2.3 Loads and load combinations . 34
5.2.4 Limit states and proof of competence . 35
5.2.5 Failure mode analysis . 37
5.2.6 Load charts . 37
5.2.7 Material selection . 38
5.3 Control system . 39
5.3.1 General. 39
5.3.2 Start and stop functions . 39
5.3.3 Prevention of unexpected start-up . 39
5.3.4 Lifting mode selector . 39
5.3.5 Main motion controls . 40
5.3.6 Inadvertent use . 40
5.3.7 Remote console (optional) . 41
5.3.8 Minimum hook velocities . 41
5.3.9 Response time . 41
5.3.10 Control instrumentation . 41
5.3.11 Location of consoles . 41
5.3.12 Motion compensation . 42
5.3.13 Crane assistant functions . 42
5.4 Electrical equipment. 42
5.4.1 General. 42
5.4.2 Isolation of incoming supplies . 42
5.4.3 Slipring units . 43
5.4.4 Enclosures . 43
5.4.5 Ingress protection . 43
5.4.6 Cables . 43
5.4.7 Protective earthing . 43
5.4.8 Protection against electric shock by indirect contact . 44
5.4.9 Protection against electric shock by direct contact . 44
5.4.10 Hazardous areas . 44
5.4.11 Electromagnetic compatibility . 44
5.4.12 Variable frequency drives (VFD) . 44
5.4.13 Brake resistors . 44
5.4.14 Electrical motors . 44
5.4.15 Batteries . 44
5.5 Mechanical equipment . 44
5.5.1 General . 44
5.5.2 Hoist and luffing wire rope drives . 45
5.5.3 Folding and cylinder luffing drives . 45
5.5.4 Slewing drives . 45
5.5.5 Travelling drives . 45
5.5.6 Telescopic drives . 46
5.5.7 Bearings . 46
5.5.8 Couplings, splines and gears . 46
5.5.9 Brakes . 46
5.5.10 Drums for wire ropes . 47
5.5.11 Wire ropes . 47
5.5.12 Wire rope terminations . 47
5.5.13 Wire rope sheaves . 48
5.5.14 Wear protectors . 48
5.5.15 Fixed load lifting attachments . 48
5.5.16 Bolt assemblies . 49
5.5.17 Double means of securing . 49
5.6 Fluid power systems . 49
5.6.1 General . 49
5.6.2 Hydraulic systems . 50
5.6.3 Hydraulic reservoirs . 50
5.6.4 Hydraulic cylinders . 50
5.6.5 Load holding devices . 50
5.6.6 Accumulators . 51
5.6.7 Hoses, tubes and fittings . 51
5.6.8 Pneumatic systems. 51
5.7 Safeguarding . 51
5.7.1 General . 51
5.7.2 External acoustic warning device . 51
5.7.3 Control system indicator. 52
5.7.4 Wind indicator . 52
5.7.5 Hook motion indicator. 52
5.7.6 Rated capacity indicator (RCI) . 52
5.7.7 Motion limiters . 52
5.7.8 Rated capacity limiter (RCL) . 53
5.7.9 Slack wire rope limiter . 53
5.7.10 Mechanical limiters . 54
5.7.11 Motion detection system (MDS) . 54
5.7.12 Automatic Overload Protection System (AOPS) . 54
5.7.13 Manual Overload Protection System (MOPS) . 57
5.7.14 Emergency operation system (EOS). 58
5.7.15 Emergency stop . 60
5.7.16 Fire prevention and fire protection . 60
5.8 Installation interface . 61
5.8.1 General. 61
5.8.2 Pedestal adaptor . 61
5.8.3 External lighting . 61
5.8.4 Power and communications . 62
5.8.5 Ignition source control . 62
5.8.6 Emergency shut down (ESD) . 62
5.9 User interface . 62
5.9.1 General. 62
5.9.2 Ergonomics . 62
5.9.3 Access and escape . 62
5.9.4 Control station . 63
5.9.5 Remote console . 65
5.9.6 Communications . 65
5.9.7 Enclosed spaces . 66
5.9.8 Lighting . 66
5.9.9 Noise reduction . 66
5.9.10 Vibrations . 67
5.9.11 Guards . 67
5.9.12 Edges, angles and surfaces . 67
5.9.13 Hot surfaces . 67
5.9.14 Hazardous substances . 68
5.9.15 Arrangements for stowing and maintenance . 68
5.9.16 Component and equipment identification . 68
5.9.17 Dropped objects . 69
5.9.18 Warnings . 69
5.9.19 Data recorder . 69
5.9.20 Software access . 70
5.10 Fabrication . 71
5.10.1 General. 71
5.10.2 Component traceability . 71
5.10.3 Quality assurance . 72
5.10.4 Material certification . 72
5.10.5 Welding . 72
5.10.6 Bolted connections . 72
5.10.7 Corrosion protection . 72
5.11 Lifting of persons . 73
5.11.1 General. 73
5.11.2 Rated capacity . 73
5.11.3 Control system . 73
5.11.4 Mode selector for lifting of persons . 73
5.11.5 Back-up brake . 74
5.11.6 Back-up motion limiters . 74
5.11.7 Hydraulic cylinders . 74
5.11.8 Reeving systems for luffing . 74
5.11.9 Lifting of rescue boats . 75
6 Verification of the safety requirements and/or protective measures . 76
6.1 General. 76
6.1.1 Verification . 76
6.1.2 Documentation . 76
6.1.3 Verification methods . 76
6.2 Testing . 80
6.2.1 General . 80
6.2.2 Function test . 81
6.2.3 Load test . 81
6.2.4 Load test points . 81
6.2.5 Test acceptance criteria . 82
6.2.6 Enhanced verification programme associated with the lifting of persons . 82
7 Information for use . 82
7.1 General . 82
7.1.1 Provisions of an instruction for use . 82
7.1.2 Installation . 83
7.1.3 Additional information . 83
7.2 Operation . 84
7.2.1 General . 84
7.2.2 Checks before starting operation . 85
7.2.3 Checks during operation . 86
7.2.4 Crane out of service . 86
7.2.5 Lifting of persons (if part of the intended use) . 86
7.3 Maintenance . 88
7.3.1 General . 88
7.3.2 Inspections . 89
7.3.3 Enhanced inspection and maintenance . 90
7.4 Marking . 90
7.4.1 Manufacturer’s plate . 90
7.4.2 Rated capacity information . 90
7.4.3 Warning signs and pictograms . 90
7.4.4 Components . 90
Annex A (informative) Selection of a suitable set of crane standards for a given application . 91
Annex B (normative) Determination of factors . 93
B.1 Calculation of the dynamic factors Φ2n by the simplified method . 93
B.2 Motion response analysis . 95
B.3 Offlead and sidelead . 96
B.4 Hook velocity . 96
B.4.1 Hoisting velocity . 96
B.4.2 Horizontal hook velocity . 97
B.5 Load combinations . 99
Annex C (normative) Environmental influences . 105
C.1 General . 105
C.2 Ice and snow loads . 105
C.3 Temperature . 106
C.4 Wind . 106
C.4.1 Wind velocities . 106
C.5 Installation motions . 107
C.5.1 Inclination . 107
C.5.2 Accelerations . 107
C.5.3 Mean accelerations. 108
Annex D (normative) Failure mode analysis . 109
D.1 General. 109
D.2 Failure mode charts . 109
Annex E (normative) Control station information . 111
E.1 General. 111
E.2 Control station information . 111
E.3 Optional control station information . 113
Annex F (normative) Requirements for brakes . 114
Annex G (normative) Safe state . 116
G.1 Safe state of the crane . 116
G.2 Abnormal events . 117
G.3 Ranking of means of safeguarding . 118
G.4 Safe state of the installation . 118
Annex H (normative) Safety functions and required performance levels . 120
Annex I (informative) Typical general-purpose offshore cranes and terminology . 121
I.1 General. 121
Annex J (normative) Excursion envelopes . 125
Annex K (informative) Installation interface. 126
K.1 General. 126
K.2 Pedestal . 126
K.3 Boom rest . 126
K.4 Access and escape . 126
K.5 Laydown areas and blind zones . 126
K.6 Crane restriction charts . 127
K.7 Dropped object protection . 127
K.8 Lighting . 127
K.9 Power supplies and uninterrupted power supply (UPS) . 127
Annex L (normative) Equipment for use in a hazardous area . 128
L.1 General. 128
L.2 Avoidance or reduction of ignition sources . 128
L.3 Electrical equipment. 128
L.4 Non-electrical equipment . 129
L.5 Electrostatic discharge. 129
Annex M (informative) Offshore crane data sheet . 130
Annex N (informative) Crane assistant functions . 136
N.1 General . 136
N.2 Levels of automation . 136
N.3 Deck motion detection . 136
N.4 Hook position detection . 136
N.5 Lift-off and landing assistant . 137
N.6 Anti-swing assistant . 137
N.7 People detection . 137
N.8 Handsfree slinging . 137
N.9 Collision warning . 137
N.10 Remote/automated inspection, test and diagnostics . 137
Annex O (informative) Crane study . 138
O.1 General . 138
O.2 Design basis . 138
O.3 Crane elements . 139
O.4 Risk assessment . 140
Annex P (informative) High Risk Applications . 141
P.1 General . 141
P.1.1 Introduction . 141
P.1.2 Risk classes . 141
P.1.3 Risk reduction . 143
P.2 Rated capacity . 144
P.3 Control system . 145
P.4 Mode selector for high risk applications . 145
P.5 Duplicated components. 145
P.5.1 General . 145
P.5.2 Back-up brake . 146
P.5.3 Slewing system .
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SIST EN 13852-1:2025 표준은 일반 목적의 해양 크레인에 대한 포괄적인 요구 사항을 제공하는 중요한 문서입니다. 이 표준은 철강 구조로 제작된 일반 목적의 해양 크레인, 그 지지 기초 및 구조물에 적용됩니다. 특히, 이 표준은 의도된 사용 조건 및 위험 평가에 의해 예측된 상황에서의 화물 및 사람을 들어올릴 때 발생할 수 있는 주요 위험 요소와 유해 상황을 포함한 모든 중요한 위험 요소에 대한 요구사항을 제공합니다. SIST EN 13852-1:2025의 강점은 단순한 규정 제공을 넘어서, 크레인을 안전하게 사용하기 위한 필수 조건들을 명확히 하고 있다는 점입니다. 이는 크레인을 사용하는 사용자에게 중요한 기술적 지침을 제공하며, 작업 환경에서의 안전성을 극대화할 수 있습니다. 또한, 이 표준은 CEN의 승인 날짜 이후에 제작된 일반 목적의 해양 크레인에만 적용된다는 점은, 최신의 안전 기준을 반영하고 있다는 것을 의미합니다. 이 문서는 해양 산업의 특성을 반영하여 일반 목적의 해양 크레인과 관련해 발생할 수 있는 위험 요소를 포괄적으로 다루고 있으며, 이는 주어진 환경에서의 안전한 작동을 보장하는 데 기여합니다. 그러나, 표준의 적용 제외 사항에 대한 명확한 안내도 제공하고 있어 사용자가 잘못된 해석이나 적용을 피할 수 있도록 돕습니다. 예를 들어, 고온 및 저온에서의 작업, 비상 구조 작업, 다수의 크레인을 동원하는 작업 등은 이 표준의 적용 범위를 벗어나므로, 사용자는 이에 대한 인지를 통해 추가적인 안전 조치를 고려해야 합니다. 결론적으로, SIST EN 13852-1:2025 표준은 해양 크레인 안전 관리 및 운영에 있어 필수적인 지침을 제공하며, 산업 내에서의 안전과 효율성을 제고하는 데 중요한 역할을 수행합니다.
The standard EN 13852-1:2025 is a comprehensive document focusing on general-purpose offshore cranes, which are critical for various operations in offshore environments. Its scope is meticulously defined, applying specifically to general-purpose offshore cranes, including their supporting pedestals and structures made of steel. This clarity in the scope reinforces the standard's relevance to manufacturers, operators, and safety professionals involved in the offshore industry. One of the strengths of EN 13852-1:2025 is its thorough approach to addressing significant hazards associated with the use of offshore cranes. The document outlines requirements for identifying hazardous situations and events when the cranes are used as intended, underlining the importance of risk assessments as detailed in Clause 4. This proactive stance not only enhances safety but also encourages best practices within the industry. Moreover, the standard effectively delineates what is not covered, ensuring that users are aware of limitations, such as operations in extreme temperatures and scenarios involving multiple cranes or subsea operations. This delineation helps prevent misunderstandings and promotes adherence to safety measures specific to general purpose offshore cranes. Additionally, by specifying that the standard applies only to cranes manufactured after its approval date by CEN, EN 13852-1:2025 guarantees that it remains relevant and up-to-date concerning modern engineering practices and safety protocols. The exclusion of certain scenarios, such as emergency rescue operations and floating cranes, further enables focused compliance, allowing stakeholders to channel their efforts effectively. Overall, EN 13852-1:2025 serves as a crucial document that underscores the importance of safety and operational integrity in the offshore crane sector. Its well-defined scope, comprehensive hazard management, and clarity regarding applicability make it an essential standard for anyone involved in the design, manufacture, or operation of general-purpose offshore cranes.
SIST EN 13852-1:2025は、一般目的のオフショアクレーンに関する標準を提供しており、その適用範囲は支柱や構造物を含むオフショアクレーン全般に及びます。この標準は、鋼製の構造を持つ一般目的のオフショアクレーンに特化しており、リスク評価によって予見される条件下での貨物や人の吊り上げに関する重要な危険や危険な状況、事象に対する要求事項を定めています。 この標準の強みは、特定の運用条件下での安全性を高めるために必要な基準を明確に示している点です。また、CENにより承認された日以降に製造される一般目的オフショアクレーンに適用され、現場での使用におけるリスクを最小限に抑えるための指針を提供します。 ただし、この標準は特定の状況には適用されないことに注意が必要です。例えば、クレーンの輸送や組み立て、吊り上げ操作における極端な温度条件、事故に伴う荷重、サブシー吊り上げ操作など、特定のケースが除外されています。これにより、標準は主要な適用領域にフォーカスし、業界内のニーズと合致した現実的な基準を提供しています。 SIST EN 13852-1:2025は、オフショアクレーンの設計および運用の安全性を向上させるために不可欠な標準であり、その関連性は非常に高いものと言えます。
Die Norm EN 13852-1:2025 behandelt umfassend die Anforderungen und Sicherheitsstandards für allgemeine Offshore-Kräne, einschließlich ihrer tragenden Fundamente und Strukturen. Die Anwendbarkeit dieser Norm beschränkt sich auf Kräne, die aus Stahl gefertigt sind und nach Genehmigung durch das CEN produziert werden. Dies stellt sicher, dass nur moderne Technologien und Konstruktionsmethoden in den Geltungsbereich dieser Dokumentation fallen. Ein herausragendes Merkmal dieser Norm ist ihre sorgfältige Berücksichtigung bedeutender Gefahren und gefährlicher Situationen, die während des Einsatzes dieser Kräne auftreten können. Insbesondere im Hinblick auf das Heben von Gütern und Personen legt die Norm detaillierte Anforderungen fest, die auf die beabsichtigte Nutzung und die Ergebnisse der Risikoanalyse abgestimmt sind. Dies fördert die Sicherheit bei der Anwendung und erhöht das Vertrauen der Nutzer in die Betriebssicherheit der Offshore-Kräne. Die Standardisierung und klaren Richtlinien in der EN 13852-1:2025 sind besonders relevant für Unternehmen, die in der Offshore-Industrie tätig sind, da sie nicht nur die Effizienz der Abläufe verbessern, sondern auch dazu beitragen, Unfälle und Gefährdungen in schwierigen Umgebungen zu minimieren. Zudem definiert die Norm klare Grenzen, indem sie explizit angibt, dass sie nicht für bestimmte Anwendungen wie das Transportieren, die Montage oder das Heben von Lasten unter extremen Temperaturbedingungen gilt. Diese Klarstellungen sind von großer Bedeutung für die sichere und ordnungsgemäße Anwendung der Offshore-Kräne und vermeiden Missverständnisse in der Nutzung. Insgesamt stellt die EN 13852-1:2025 einen essentiellen Rahmen für die Sicherheit und Zuverlässigkeit von Offshore-Kranen dar und bindet relevante Aspekte der Sicherheitsvorkehrungen in einem sich schnell entwickelnden industriellen Umfeld ein.
La norme SIST EN 13852-1:2025 concerne les grues offshore à usage général, englobant aussi bien leurs structures de soutien que leurs bases. Elle est spécifiquement conçue pour les grues offshore dont les structures sont en acier, établissant ainsi des exigences essentielles pour minimiser les risques associés à des situations dangereuses lors de levage de biens ou de personnes, lorsque ces dispositifs sont utilisés conformément aux conditions prévues par l'évaluation des risques. L'un des points forts de cette norme est sa couverture détaillée des dangers significatifs, offrant une approche structurée pour la sécurité et la performance des grues offshore. Ceci est particulièrement pertinent pour les opérations réalisées dans des environnements maritimes, où la fiabilité et la robustesse des équipements sont primordiales. De plus, la norme stipule que seule une grue fabriquée postérieurement à son approbation par le CEN est concernée, garantissant ainsi que seules les équipements conformes aux exigences les plus récentes sont utilisés. Il est important de noter que la norme exclut plusieurs cas d'utilisation spécifiques, tels que les opérations de levage dans des températures ambiantes extrêmes, les accidents dus à des charges accidentelles ou les opérations de secours d’urgence. Cette clarté quant à son champ d'application renforce la pertinence de la norme en se concentrant sur les opérations normales de levage en milieu offshore, contribuant ainsi à la sécurité globale des opérations maritimes. En résumé, la norme SIST EN 13852-1:2025 est un document fondamental pour les acteurs du secteur des grues offshore, fournissant des lignes directrices claires et actualisées pour garantir la sécurité et l'efficacité dans les opérations de levage. Ses exigences réfléchies et son approche spécifique en matière de risques en font un outil essentiel pour la standardisation et la conformité dans l'industrie offshore.
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