Ch. 14

Question 1

What are the three phases of ship handling task management in maneuvering ships with tugs?

Answer 1

Initial assessment, create a maneuvering plan, adjust the plan

Question 2

What are the factors in choosing the placement of tugs in shipwork?

Answer 2

Sequence of maneuvering events, safety of tug, limits of tug design, skill level of tug operator, need and location of highest horsepower tug, required allocation of tugs horsepower to maintain or achieve assist position