Explain the procedures of stern tube alignment checks in dry dock • Dial gauge for radial direction: o This gauge is set up to measure the radial movement of the shaft. Radial direction reefers to a direction that radiating out from the center of the shaft o It is important to measure this […]
Crankcase relief valve Purpose and Function Crankcase relief valves serve two critical functions: Relieve excess pressure inside the crankcase to normalize internal pressure Prevent flames from escaping the crankcase in case of an explosion These valves are essential safety devices designed to mitigate the risks associated with crankcase explosions, which can have severe consequences […]
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ISM DUTY OF CHIEF ENGINEER 1. Familiar with SMS of company 2. Implementation of company safety and environment protection policy 3. Motivate crew in relation to implementation of such policy 4. To hold safety meeting, emergency drills and training on board 5. Issue standing orders & night orders to E/R personnel 6. To make […]
Risk Assessment: How do you do the R/A? Answer: – Risk management is a step by step process for controlling health & safety risk caused by hazards in the work place. Following are the steps for doing the R/A 1. Identify hazard 2. Assess the risk 3. control the risk 4. Record of findings. […]
In Water Survey: It is an examination of ship’s underwater portion & fittings of the hull instead of intermediate dry docking. It is carried out by a team of qualified divers employed by a firm, which is approved by the classification society. IWS survey is to provide the information normally obtained from a docking […]
Squat Effect: The Squat Effect: A Hydrodynamic Phenomenon in Shallow Waters The squat effect is a hydrodynamic phenomenon that occurs when vessels navigate through shallow waters, causing them to sit lower in the water than expected. This effect is primarily caused by the acceleration of water flow between the ship’s hull and the seabed in […]
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MARPOL Annex 6 Chapter 4 – Regulations on energy efficiency of ships Table of Contents Chapter 4: Regulations on energy efficiency of ships Regulation 19 – Application This chapter shall apply to all ships of 400 gross tonnage and above. Regulation 20– Goal The goal of this chapter is to reduce the carbon intensity of […]
EEDI Technical File Overview Q1: What is the EEDI technical file? A1: The EEDI technical file is a booklet that contains all the necessary parameters related to the engines fitted on board, required for calculating the EEDI value of a ship. Q2: Which ships are required to have an EEDI technical file? A2: According […]