Watchkeeping: In Port - General Flashcards
What would you expect your duties to be as OOW in port?
Make rounds to inspect the ship at appropriate intervals.
Check the condition and securing of the gangway, anchor chain and moorings, especially at the turn of the tide and in berths having a large rise and fall; this is to ensure that they are in normal working condition.
Check the draft, under-keel clearance and the general state of the ship, to avoid dangerous listing or trim during cargo handling or ballasting.
Check the weather and sea state.
Observe all regulations concerning safety and fire protection.
Knowledge of all persons onboard and their location, especially those in remote or enclosed spaces is to be kept.
In bad weather or in receiving a storm warning, take the necessary measures to protect the ship, persons on board, and the cargo. Take every precaution to prevent pollution of marine environment by ship’s operations.
Enter in the appropriate logbook all important events affecting the ship.
You are at watch in port, what can the maximum angle of an accommodation ladder and gangway platform be?
Accommodation ladder: 55 degrees
Gangway: 30 degrees
As OOW what would you be checking on the accommodation ladder to ensure it is fit for purpose?
Angle does not exceed 55 degrees.
Net is fitted.
Handrails are secure and free from damage.
Steps are free from damage or signs of deterioration.
SWL is not exceeded.
