Safe transfer baskets

Safe transfer basket inspections support secure personnel transfers and help maintain continuity of operations. Control Union supports compliance with occupational safety requirements and reduces the risk of undetected equipment defects during offshore and onshore crew movements.

    Certified compliance for safe transfer baskets

    Control Union operates as a recognised Safe Transfer A/S (West-Marine A/S) approved service centre, one of the few entities authorised to inspect and maintain personnel transfer baskets against DNV-ST-0378 and EN 14502-1. This manufacturer-backed approval means every inspection outcome holds up under regulatory scrutiny. Whether the work takes place onshore or offshore, organisations gain verified compliance from a single approved partner, removing the need to coordinate multiple providers.

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    Gain certainty with safe transfer basket inspection

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    Multi-skilled inspectors cut mobilisation costs

    Control Union deploys certified experts who cover multiple disciplines in one visit. Fewer specialists on site means lower travel costs, especially for offshore helicopter rotations.

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    Consistent inspection quality

    Certified experts receive continuous training and recertification, keeping inspection quality consistent across every location and cycle.

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    Five-year load test and NDT capability

    Every five years, a comprehensive load test and non-destructive testing are mandatory. Control Union executes both in-house, keeping the full inspection cycle with one approved provider.

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    Fully independent and free of conflicts

    Control Union has no ties to insurers or maintenance contractors. Inspection results are 100% objective, giving organisations findings that withstand external audits without question.

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    Active across energy and maritime sectors

    Safe transfer basket inspection extends across the full industrial sector, including energy and maritime operations. One partner covers all relevant environments without switching providers.

    How we work

    Toward control, insight, and certainty

    The strength lies in the combination of inspection expertise, advanced data systems, and global practical experience.

    Step 1

    Contact Control Union to schedule the inspection at the required onshore or offshore location, aligning timing with operational planning.

    Step 2

    Experienced inspectors perform a meticulous on-site inspection and identify any maintenance actions needed for each basket.

    Step 3

    A tablet based digital inspection report is prepared, with findings compiled efficiently during the visit and issued promptly once verification is complete.

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    Safety and compliance under full control

    Control Union provides verified basket safety assessments and audit ready documentation through one approved inspection partner, supporting safe operations.

    • Emergency jobs and weekend service keep critical transfer operations available when tight schedules demand rapid inspection turnaround.

    • A strong national presence in key ports and a worldwide network ensure inspectors mobilise close to the asset location.

    • A dedicated asset management portal supports inventory setup, certificate tracking and inspection scheduling, helping organisations manage compliance while minimising operational disruption.

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    Critical components such as the compensator, top and bottom fenders, and the complete lifting set must be replaced exclusively by an approved service centre to prevent transfer risk.
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    The proof to your promise

    Frequently asked questions

    Control Union inspects and maintains four-person and eight-person safe transfer personnel baskets. The service covers both onshore facilities and offshore and marine operations.

    Safe Transfer guidelines require a visual inspection of the basket, lifting sling and compensator every six months. A full load test and non-destructive testing follow every five years.

    Organisations receive a digital inspection report shortly after the inspection.

    Smart procurement & advice

    Independent advice and procurement of lifting, hoisting, fall protection and work equipment, aligned with operational needs, technical requirements, asset management strategies and applicable standards.

    This approach helps organisations select the right equipment with greater control over safety, compliance, availability and cost.

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    Control Union drives global trade forward. As an international and independent partner, we support traders, producers, brands, and logistics service providers in managing risk and safeguarding quality at every step of the supply chain.

    From raw material to final product, from processes and systems to installations, we provide insight, assurance, and trust in every link of the chain. We do this through inspections and audits, certification and verification, laboratory analyses, and pest management.

    Our global network of experts are embedded in international supply chains across dozens of sectors, including agriculture, food & feed, energy & biofuels, forestry, construction & infrastructure, textiles, maritime, and on- and offshore.

    Together, we build future-proof supply chains and confidence in global trade!

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