CARGO (FINALS) Flashcards
have bronze oil impregnated thrust bearing with stainless
steel hinge pins
Hinges (Watertight Door)
secure door create watertight seal with evenly distributed
pressure on compression gasket
Handles (Watertight Door)
are designed to completely block water flow in both directions, even when under significant water pressure from either side.
Watertight doors
while also designed to resist water intrusion, are primarily meant to withstand brief periods of submersion and harsh weather conditions
Weathertight doors
They’re built to withstand prolonged submersion and are typically found below the waterline in areas like shaft tunnels, ballast tanks, and bow thruster compartments
Watertight doors
They’re located above the waterline and protect against external
elements like wind, rain, and spray
Weathertight doors
are designed to block water from both sides, protecting the
ship’s compartments.
Watertight doors
They are typically found below deck and may operate
automatically or manually, opening and closing upwards or sideways.
Watertight doors
ships that have watertight doors.
Many car
carriers and roll-on/roll-off
Regulations require a system to remotely monitor the status
of these doors.
Watertight doors
can be breached through any activity or happening that allows the ingress of water in unwanted areas or compartments of the vessel.
Watertight integrity
Watertight integrity can be breached through any activity
or happening that allows the ingress of water in unwanted
areas or compartments of the vessel.
* Lack of maintenance to
rubber seals, screw threads
and other locking devices
are manually operated devices that lock into a latching
system on the door frame. Once activated, they firmly secure
the door, preventing it from opening under pressure.
Dog Levers
For heightened security, dog levers are often used in tandem with
wedges.
are small, tapered pieces that fit into slots on the door frame, physically preventing the door from opening.
Wedges
They offer extra security, particularly in vital areas like engine rooms and watertight bulkheads.
Wedges
Since dog levers are what firmly secure the door,
regularly being used to close and open it, these _
easily get chipped off of paint - exposing it to
weathering
arms
are the door’s physical piece that choke the dog lever’s arm to the door seal,
wedges
are also susceptible to chipping and therefore exposure to weathering which in tur tendencies to corrosion
wedges
To ensure the optimal functioning of door dog levers,
implement the following maintenance practices:
- Visual Inspection: for signs of wear and tear, damage
or corrosion. Check for and tighten any loose parts. - Functional Testing: to confirm the smooth operation of
the lever handle which securely locks the door in place - Cleaning: of the lever and surrounding area to remove
any corrosion, salt deposits, or other contaminants.
4.Lubrication: of the lever’s moving parts and latching
mechanisms with moderate amount of lubricant
need to possess the greatest resilience to pressure.
levers and
hinges
The ship’s planned maintenance system must be followed
for carrying out routine inspection and maintenance on
watertight doors which should include the correct
functioning of the whole system - including its
dog levers
hinges,
rubber
seals,
electric/hydraulic
systems (if
applicable), and
monitoring
panels (which
includes
warning devices and alarms)
are specialized hinges typically constructed from high-quality materials durably resisting corrosion.
Watertight door hinges
It is designed to withstand high pressure and prevent water
leakage, ensuring the integrity of watertight compartments on ships and other marine structures.
Watertight door hinges
These _ are often heavier and
feature a sealed design to prevent water ingress and
maintain their functionality under extreme pressure.
robust hinges
TO ensure the optimal functioning of door hinges,
implement the following maintenance practices:
- Visual Inspection for signs of wear and tear, damage
or corrosion. Check for and tighten any loose parts. - Functional Testing to confirm the smooth operation of
the hinges. Listen to creaking sound.
3.Cleaning of hinge’s excess deposit of salt, grime and
dirt which may cause undue stress to its parts.
4.Lubrication of the hinge’s axels with moderate amount
of lubricant or grease. Less is more.
The pressure being handled by levers and hinges has to
be met by the water tight boundary’s
rubber
seals/gaskets.
The weakest point of a watertight or weathertight
door/hatch/porthole is often the
seal around it.
This is where the watertight or weathertight seal is located. making it a crucial area for regular inspection, maintenance, and repair.
Damaged Rubber Gasket
Because of its relative difference in material, _ deteriorate faster than the steel construction of watertight
or weathertight door/hatch/porthole. Causes for its deterioration vary, but the most common would be wear and tear due to constant use.
rubber seals
To prevent these damages or prolong the service span of
your rubber gaskets ensuring your vessel’s watertight
integrity,
regularly apply industrial petroleum jelly
a specialized product designed to endure extreme temperatures, making it suitable for applications exposed
to demanding environments. Its moisture-repelling nature prevents rust and corrosion while simultaneously protecting the rubber seal’s surface. Finally, its stability ensures long-lasting
performance, even in harsh conditions.
industrial petroleum jelly
Rubber Gasket maintenance
- Keep gaskets clean and free from paint and rust.
- Lubricate gasket with industrial petroleum jelly.
- Replace the door gasket when it becomes hardened,
cracked, permanently grooved or when pieces are
missing or not meeting. Do not splice a section in;
replace the entire gasket. - When replacing the gasket, the gasket joint should be
on the top of the door. Cut a 45-degree angle where
the ends meets so they overlap about one inch
To ensure effectivity of
rubber seals, follow
these maintenance
practices:
- Visual Inspection for
signs of wear and
tear, damage or cuts - Cleaning off of old
industrial petroleum
jelly - Application of
protective coating
such as industrial
petroleum jelly on
the rubber
Testing forwater- tightness integrity could
be:
- chalk test
- hose test
- ultrasonic testing
is a quick and easy method to assess the seal of hatch
covers and is a standard part of scheduled or planned
maintenance.
chalk test
may not be suffice especially for sensitive or high-
value cargo. Additional checks and inspections
may be necessary to guarantee the hatch
cover’s integrity.
chalk test alone
Procedure on Hatch Cover Chalk Testing
When performing a chalk test. The top edge of every
compression bar is covered with chalk.
Hatches are then fully closed and reopened. The rubber
packing is examined for a chalk mark, which should be run
continuously along the packings centre. Gaps in the chalk mark
indicate lack of compression. Chalk testing merely indicates the
if hatch is aligned and compression achieved. It will show
whether compression bar is adequate and therefore it is not a
test for weathertightness
involves spraying pressurized water onto a closed hatch cover to identify any leakages. While this method is plain and
simple, its accuracy can be limited by factors like weather conditions and the availability of an empty hold.
hose test
is a reliable and efficient alternative to verifying
the watertight integrity of a vessel. This method utilizes high-frequency sound waves to detect any gaps or damage in
hatch cover seals.
Ultrasonic testing
provides precise and quantitative
results.
Ultrasonic testing
will keep watertight boundaries such as doors watertight and ensure smooth, easy operation.
Periodic inspection and maintenance
All the
materials for routine maintenance should be found in
_, and equipment used for these maintenance
routines should be thoroughly compiled, accounted for,
and replenished to ensure continuous supply onboard
ships.
ships stores
is the most exposed part of the vessel’s hull that
also forms as a watertight boundary of the vessel that
keeps the water out.
Deck
Along with the deck on top, _ forms the vessel’s
hull and contributes to the vessel’s structure through its
plates.
side shell
Completing the vessel’s watertight integrity,
_ proceeds further below the waterline,
enveloping the whole vessel until it reaches the side shell
plates on the other side and back up to the deck on top.
bottom shell
plates, also known as _ rest longitudinally and
are further named based on part of the vessel where it is
located.
strakes
Decks and shell plating watertight integrity can be
compromised through a _
- a structural or
mechanical issue in a boat or ship that can lead to flooding
breached hull
Some causes of a breached hull include:
- Debris or logs(timber) submerged just below the
surface - Structural failure in older models
- Fracture due to overload
- Collision, contact, or grounding
- Corrosion
- Biological fouling
is the accumulation of microorganisms, plants,
algae, and small animals on marine vessel surfaces.
Biofouling
- Increases ship’s drag, reducing its speed and fuel
efficiency. This increased drag can reduce the ship’s
speed by up to 10%, necessitating a 40% increase in
fuel consumption to compensate. - Compromises the integrity of the hull structure and
propulsion systems by trapping seawater in the gaps
between their shell and the metal surface, accelerating
the corrosion process
Biofouling
are used to coat the underwater
surfaces of ships with copper and other biocide
compounds to prevent sea life such as algae and mollusks
attaching themselves to the hull.
Anti-fouling paints
Frequently used as part
of multilayer coatings that offer additional benefits
beyond preventing marine growth, these coatings further
protect metal hulls from corrosion and improve the ship’s
hydrodynamic performance.
Anti-fouling paints
While historically copper-
based paints were_, modern formulations may vary in
color.
red