0607_A_(REV_B)_5_ELEVATOR_REPAIR_&_CERT_(SOR).docx

USNS COMFORT (T+-AH 20)

1. ABSTRACT

1.1. This item describes the requirements for the contractor to repair test and recertify ship’s #5 Patient Elevator.

2. REFERENCES/ENCLOSURES

2.1. References:

2.1.1. ASNI/ASME A17.1 & 17.2 – (latest), Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators; Inspectors Manual for Elevators and Escalators

2.1.2. TG818-AJ-MMC-020 Passenger Elevator Group two

2.2. Enclosures: None

3. ITEM LOCATION/DESCRIPTION

3.1. Location/Quantity

3.1.1. Location: Throughout the ship

3.1.2. Quantity:

3.1.2.1. One (1) Personnel Elevator

3.2. Item Description/Manufacturer’s Data:

3.3. Contractor Furnished Materials:

(10 ea.) Shackle Bolts (10 ea.) Wedges (10 ea.) Sockets Quantities where stated are considered estimates. The contractor shall provide the exact quantities and additional material such as miscellaneous fittings, elbows, caps, valves, pipe hangers, weld material, cable hangers, cable tags, bus-work, etc., which are not included in the Bill of Materials, in order to install a fully functional system which meets the requirements of this specification.

4. GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENT/MATERIAL/SERVICES:

4.1 Government Furnished Material:

(1640 ft.) Hoist Rope, Preformed ½” regular lay traction steel wire rope. Breaking strength of 14,500 lbs, Approximate Weight / Foot .36lb, 8x19 fiber core.

(1 Gal) Cable Care 65, Liquid

5. NOTES: NONE

6. QUALITY ASSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

6.1. In addition to the contractor’s duties under 29CFR1910.147 or similar local safety regulation, the contractor shall comply with all requirements of equipment lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) program as established by MSC SMS procedure 2.1-004-ALL Lock-out/Tag-out. The Chief Engineer shall administer the program. Prior to the start of work, the contractor shall contact the MSCREP and / or the Chief Engineer to coordinate the implementation of the LOTO program for the entire performance period of this item. The prime contractor shall be responsible for compliance by both prime and subcontractor personnel.

6.2. All Inspections and tests shall be performed in the presence of contractor’s representative, MSFSC REP, ABS Surveyor and USCG Inspector, as applicable. Notify the contractor’s representative, Master, MSCREP, USCG Inspector and the ABS surveyor 24 hours in advance for scheduling shop and operational tests.

7. STATEMENT OF WORK

7.1. Arrangements/Outfitting:

7.1.1. Provide all material and special equipment. Make all removals and restorations. Remove and replace all interferences, rig and unrig, stage and unstage, make all disassemblies and subsequent reassemblies, provide and operate equipment, and supply all services and assistance to accomplish the following work. (Material, unless specifically stated as Government Furnished Material (GFM) shall be supplied by the contractor).

7.2. Mechanical/Fluids:

7.2.1. Place the car for the #5 Patient Elevator in the required position to replace the wire ropes for the elevator. Temporarily Block/Support the car and counterweight to hold it in position while the wire ropes are removed and replaced.

7.2.2. Remove the existing wire ropes for the #5 Patient Elevator using Reference 2.1.2 for guidance. Retain the existing wire rope to use as templates for fabricating the replacement ropes in 7.2.3.

7.2.3. Fabricate new wire ropes for the #5 Patient Elevator using the material provide in 4.1. Use the ropes removed in 7.2.2 as templates and Reference 2.1.2 For guidance. Lubricate the new wire ropes using the grease provided in 4.1 in accordance with Reference 2.1.2.

7.2.4. Install and connect the new wire ropes fabricated in 7.2.3 for the #5 Patient Elevator using the material listed in 3.3 and Reference 2.1.2 for guidance.

7.2.5. Once all of the wire ropes have been replaced, remove the temporary Blocking/Support from the Elevator car and return it to operational status.

7.2.6. Accomplish the annual inspection requirements to certify the #5 Patient Elevator for service in accordance with Reference 2.1.1.

7.2.7. The contractor shall identify all worn and defective parts, safety deficiencies and inadequate test results discovered in the inspection and testing, and shall provide this information to the MSCREP via a condition report. Any additional repairs or replacements required to pass certification tests and inspections shall be authorized via a change order.

7.2.8. In the accomplishment of all inspections and testing, the contractor shall clean and lubricate all moving parts, machinery and fittings.

7.2.9. Conduct services identified in refs 2.1.1 using 2.1.2 as guidance, to include but not limited to: adjustment of door torque, upper and lower limits, buffers/final limit, brakes, floor leveling, ropes, governor jaws and complete general door maintenance.

7.3. Preparation of Drawings/Documentation:

7.3.1. Upon successful testing, contractor shall provide Annual Certification documentation and A17.1 inspection sheets for each Elevator and Dumbwaiter, issued by the A17.1 licensed service contractor. Five signed copies of each inspection sheet and Certification document shall be provided; two for the MSCREP and two for the ship’s Master and one copy for the ABS Surveyor.

7.4. Inspection/Test:

7.4.1. Conduct trials with contractor furnished technical representatives in attendance to demonstrate to MSCREP and Regulatory Body the equipment is functioning properly.

7.4.2. Accomplish a weight test of the #5 Patient Elevator Car using Certified Test Weights in accordance with Reference 2.1.2

7.4.3. Prepare and demonstrate all systems to the attending ABS surveyors and USCG inspectors during USCG Inspection for Certification.

7.5. Painting:

7.5.1. Mechanically clean, prime and paint all new and disturbed surfaces to match surrounding areas.

7.5.2. Repair and/or replace all insulation damaged during this work.

7.6. Marking:

7.6.1. Install name plates, notices, cable tags, and markings for all new and modified systems.

7.7. Manufacturer’s Representative:

7.7.1. The contractor shall utilize the services of an A17.1 licensed OEM REP to accomplish the required inspections and testing.

7.7.2. Contractor shall provide A17.1 licensed qualifications documentation for the Lead Inspector, to the MSCREP.

8. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

8.1. None additional.

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