COSWP (Enclosed space entry, WAH, Other checklists) Flashcards

1
Q

MGN 659:

A

Guidance on Entry into Enclosed space regulations 2022

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2
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Oxygen level for safe entry:

A

20.8%

Any less and we would be testing for gases that may displace this oxygen
Any more could be explosive particularly after 25%

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3
Q

What Gases do we test for?

A

Done with atmosphere testing equipment
Oxygen (O2 meter)

Toxic Gases (Hydrogen Sulphide and Carbon Monoxide) (Multigas meter)

Flammable Gases (Explosimeter)

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4
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How frequently are we to conduct enclosed space entry drills?

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At least once every 2 months

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5
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MGN 410

A

MS and Fishing vessels (health and safety at work) (Work at Height) Regulations 2010

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6
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Personnel working at heights should:

A

Wear a safety harness with a lifeline or other arresting device at all times

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7
Q

Define West country method and procedure

A

A technique for stopping knots when mooring

Half knot is tied around the mooring line
Two ends of stopper line are wrapped around the mooring line, alternately passing ovr and under each other
After several turns are made, the ends are secured with a square knot

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8
Q

Snapback zones

A

Areas where mooring lines may recoil dangerously if they break under tension

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9
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What is an enclosed space?

A

A space not designed for continuous worker occupation, and that has at least one of the two following characteristics:
Inadequate ventilation
Limited openings for entry and exit

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10
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Examples of Enclosed Spaces

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Fuel tanks
Double bottoms
Coffer dams
Chain lockers
Sewage tanks
Void spaces
Cargo pump rooms
CO2 rooms
Battery Lockers

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11
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A register should be made of any enclosed spaces that seafarers may enter. This shall include:

A

Characteristics of the space for use in an emergency situation/entering situation

Any potential hazards

Measures to prevent entry (locking and signage)

Procedures to follow when entering

Information relating to ventilation, Including equipment and its storage location

Lighting requirements for temporary lighting

Requirements for atmospheric testing

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12
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Procedure for entering an enclosed space

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Review of register of enclosed space/Inform Master of proposed procedure

Conduct Risk Assessment
Toolbox talk
Area lit
Comms between link person and bridge established

-Area cordoned off
-Ventilate area and test atmosphere
-PPE ready on standby, BA for entry etc
-PTW system filled out
-Crew provided with intrinsically safe radios and torches
-Rescue equipment on standby
-Attendant to monitor entry, and provide link between -workers and Bridge/Officer.
-Reporting Procedure established
-Close space and re-test before entering again should breaks be taken
-Upon completion, close out permit and secure space

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13
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If we have a near casualty (incident), what should we do?

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Report this to the MAIB, so as to ensure future safety for seafarers and avoid possible future occurances

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14
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MGN 564:

A

Guidance on reporting incidents and casualties to the MAIB

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15
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What is the MAIB

A

Marine Accident Investigation Branch

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16
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MGN 410:

A

Guidance on MS health and safety (working at height) Regulations

17
Q

What defines WAH?

A

Working anywhere where there is a RISK of falling

18
Q

When do we conduct working at height procedures?

A

Only when there is no other safe alternative for completing the works to be carried out

19
Q

MGN 578

A

Use of Overside Working Systems on Commercial yachts, small commercial vessels and loadline vessels

20
Q

What formula decides the scope of the anchor chain to be laid out?

A

1.5 x √Depth in meters

21
Q

Where do we find information on Enclosed Space Entry?

A

COSWP
MGN 659

22
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COSWAP Towing Chapter 26.6

A

Toolbox talk

Complete the relevant checklist

Properly maintained towing equipment

Comms established between bridge and deck team for and aft

Comms established between towing party and bridge

Brief

Stopper and heaving line available

Pick up messenger

Bring line on board/stopper and place on bits

Wary of snap back zones

PPE worn

Plan for the tow agreed with tug master

Night, floodlights, not to blind the bridge or towing part

Tug line or Ships line?

23
Q

Bridge Procedures guide, Checklist for Pilot Boarding

(8 items)

A

Pilot ladder is properly rigged and secured in place

Access complies with the requirements of Resolution A 29

A lifebuoy with a light is rigged

A Seaman is standing by with a heaving line

The area is adequately lit and clear of hazards

The OOW is in direct comms with the Bridge

Suitable PPE is available if required

The pilot is escorted safely to the Bridge

24
Q

Stopper Knots

A

Natural fibre stoppered with natural fibre

Synthetic stopped with Synthetic fibre (not Nylon)

The West country method is preferred for ropes (double and reverse stopping)

Wire should be stopped with chain

25
Q

Considerations in Lifiting

A

Stability consideration

Safety consideration

Permit To Work

Safe working load

Certified equipment

Positioning of personnel

Visibility

Securing of working area

26
Q

Every Lifting Operation must be:

A

Subject to a risk assessment

Properly planned

Appropriately supervised

Carried out in a safe manner.

27
Q

Checking and testing the Steering gear for departure/Arrival

A

Complete steering checks within 12 hours of departure /arrival

Call and inform engineers

Establish comms with engineers via emergency comms in Steering compartment

Engineers to visually inspect all steering gear for damage and leakage

Test isolation valves/shutoffs/alarms/local controls on Bridge

Test from Main console, FU, NFU, pumps 1 and two, and a combination of the two

Test time for hard over to hard over. No less than 28 seconds

Check Rudder Angle Indicator, and ROT indicator

Same process from each and all stations

Make a separate entry into the Bridge Log Book