Barge Unloading

Bringing in Barges Name common types of deck fittings found on tugs barges and docks. Describe a typical tugboat makeup to a coal barge. Explain how to tie a barge to a dock. Explain one way to connect a barge to a barge haul system. List several safety rules for working on or around barges. Bucket Elevator Unloaders Describe a bucket elevator unloader and explain the functions of its major components. List the cab controls for a bucket elevator unloader and explain what they do. Operating a Bucket Elevator Unloader Describe general startup procedures for a bucket elevator unloader system. Explain how to unload a barge with a bucket elevator unloader. Describe general shutdown procedures for a bucket elevator unloader system. Clamshell Unloaders Describe a clamshell or traveling tower unloader and explain the functions of its major components. Explain how winches and cables operate a clamshell bucket. List the major controls for a clamshell unloader and explain their functions. Explain how to operate the bucket of a clamshell unloader to pick up and release coal. Clamshell Unloader Operation List the checks that an operator and a dockhand should make before operating a clamshell unloader. Explain how to use a clamshell unloader to remove coal from a barge. Describe a dockhands duties during unloading. Shifting and Taking Away Empty Barges Explain how to shift a barge with a barge haul system a capstan and tugboats. Explain how a tugboat can make up to an empty barge and take it away.