Safety factor (MBL / working load) for a mooring line; OCIMF MEG4 requires SDMBL ≥ 125 % of expected peak load.
Formula
$$ SF = \frac{MBL}{F_\text{working}} $$Symbol legend
| Symbol | Meaning | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| $MBL$ | Minimum Breaking Load of line | kN | line certificate |
| $F_\text{working}$ | Working tension at the line | kN | load cell / tensometer |
| $SF$ | Safety factor | - | result |
Sources
- OCIMF MEG4 - Mooring Equipment Guidelines.