Transverse Thrust
Ahead Movement of the Propeller The effect of transverse thrust whilst making an ahead movement is arguably less worrying than…
Month: December 2019
Lifesaving Equipment Maintenance
Life Saving Appliances Maintenance Equipment / Requirement Regulation Ship Type Interval Maintenance By Remark Maintenance and inspection SOLAS II-1/3-9.3 SOLAS…
CATZOC (Category of Zone of Confidence)
CATZOC on the ENC in simple terms refers to the Quality and Accuracy of survey data and the applicable error…
Oil Tanker Cargo Tank Atmosphere Control
On a oil tanker the cargo oil tank atmosphere changes as per various operations the ship is performing. These includes…
Inert gas System
What is Inert Gas ? It is a gas which contains insufficient Oxygen to support combustion. Keeping tanks inerted means…
Slow Speed Control
Speed Many casualties are proven to occur as a direct result of excessive speed. Its effect can be insidious and…
Turning Levers and Moments
Vessel Stopped If the tugs apply the same bollard pull of say 15 tonnes each, it is to a position…
Grounding “Actions to be taken”
Immediate actions: Take the conn. Follow emergency procedure as per company emergency procedure manual, which should include: • Sound general…
Master Duties In Case Of Collision
Duties of the master in case of a collision In case of collision between two ships, it will be the…
Emergency Stop Manoeuvre
Crash Stop No type of main engine can be reversed immediately from full rpm ahead to full rpm astern…