Inert Gas System
The inert gas system (IGS) consists of a main inert gas plant, using boiler flue gas to provide a gas…
Category: Shipboard operation
EXHAUST GAS ECONOMISER
Description The exhaust gas boiler, which is located in the engine room at the upper deck level, is used to…
Vessel Boiler and Steam System
The steam generating plant consists of two oil fired auxiliary boilers and one exhaust gas economizer. In port the steam…
Preparations for Starting Main Engine
Before starting the engine, the following checks and procedures are to be undertaken. All components that have been overhauled to…
Assessing and Recording Damage To The Ship
Ships in their operations often suffer damage; the damage could be due to weather, wear and tear or due to…
Receiving and Delivering Cargo
Receiving Cargo General Cargo The Owner or his Agent who have booked the cargo must check its condition at the…
Operational Risk Management
After studying this blog, you should be able to: Identify how to apply flow chart principles for any hazardous work…
Fresh Water Generator
Modern ships today are equipped with fresh water generators. They enable an unlimited supply of fresh water to be produced.…
Emergency Recovery of anchor and cable
Occasionally the power of the windlass may be insufficient to recover the anchor, even in moderate weather. This can be…
Knowledge Of Safety Systems on Board
Safe Practices: The Aim of this section is to ensure that the seafarer does not, at anytime, jeopardize the safety…