MISC Flashcards
when PAN PAN?
if the situation is urgent but not life-threatening
5 MAYDAY examples
- Man Overboard
- Fire
- Flooding
- Grounding
- Serious medical emergency
CPA
closest point of approach
ENC’s
Electronic Navigational Charts (Official)
EC
Electronic Charts (unofficial)
using round turn and two half hitches?
securing a rope to a ring
using of rolling hitch?
take off/relieve the strain (spannung) from a rope with a winch
What is MLC?
The Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 or MLC, 2006 is an international labour Convention adopted by the International Labour Organization (ILO). It provides international standards for the world’s first genuinely global industry.
Which rights are covered in he MLC 2006?
- minimum age
- seafarers’ employment agreements
- hours of work or rest
- payment of wages
- paid annual leave
- repatriation at the end of contract
- onboard medical care
- the use of licensed private recruitment and placement services
- accommodation, food and catering
- health and safety protection and accident - prevention and
seafarers’ complaint handling
What is ECDIS?
An Electronic Chart Display and Information System (ECDIS) is a geographic information system used for nautical navigation that complies with International Maritime Organization (IMO) and IHO regulations as a method of electronic navigation.
Difference Safety and Security?
Safety: Accident avoidance
Security: Crime prevention
What is the ISM CODE?
The purpose of the ISM Code is to provide an international standard for the safe management and operation of ships and for pollution prevention.
What is BMP5?
Best Management Practices to Deter Piracy and Enhance Maritime Security in the Red Sea, Gulf of Aden, Indian Ocean and Arabian Sea
What is the ISPS Code?
The International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS Code) is a comprehensive set of measures to enhance the security of ships and port facilities, developed in response to the perceived threats to ships and port facilities in the wake of the 9/11 attacks in the United States.
What is SMS on ships?
The safety management system (SMS) is an organized system planned and implemented by the shipping companies to ensure the safety of the ship and marine environment.
