GSK - Seamanship Flashcards
When encountering restricted vis
-Call Master
-start fog signal
-post additional lookouts
-have engines ready for immediate maneuver
-make entry in go book
-check gain tuning on radar
-stop any noisy works on deck
-switch on nav lights
When to call Master
on encountering restricted vis
-not sighting land when expected to
-sighting land when not expecting it
-difficulty on maintaining course and speed
-emergency (MOB etc.)
-Traffic situation
-if ever in doubt with anything
-mater requested in night orders
precautions to take when anchoring
-Check & test capstan windlass
-communication between foredeck and bridge
-responsible person in charge
-PPE worn
-crew briefed
-check over side before dropping
-recommended to walk out clear of hawse pipe
Preparations for towing ops
-inspect towing equipment
-PPE for all people involved
-communications established
-responsible person in charge
-agreed plan
-briefing
Preparations to berthing alongside
-sufficient person fore and aft
-communication
-responsible person in charge
-heaving lines
-clutter free area
-PPE worn
-test and inspect captains / windlasses
mooring ropers inspected
-briefing
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State the procedure for handing over the navigational watch to the relief officer
whilst navigating on a coastal passage in an area of high traffic density.
- Ensure OOW fit and capable including night vision
- Ensure relieving bridge team (helm, lookout) fit and capable including night vision
- Confirm position
- Confirm intended track
- Course – true, magnetic, compass, gyro
- Speed
- Navigational dangers expected during the watch
- Draught
Prevailing and predicted - Tides
- Currents
- Weather
- Visibility and effects these may have on course and speed
- Procedures for use of main engines when on bridge control
- Condition of navigational and safety equipment, used or likely to be used
- Gyro compass error
- Magnetic compass error
- Presence and movement of vessels in the vicinity
- Conditions and hazards likely to be encountered during the watch
- Possible effects of heel, trim, water density and squat on UKC
- Standing Orders and special instructions (Night Orders) from Master
- Handover should be deferred if manoeuvre or other action to avoid hazard is taking place
heavy weather at sea concerning:
i) watertight integrity;
watertight integrity watertight doors closed hull openings closed -
- deadlights hawse and spurling pipes covers on
ventilation pipes covered/sealed/closed all non-essential sea valves close stormboards rigged
State the responsibilities of the Officer of the Watch during a compulsory pilotage.
monitor the pilot
ensure correct execution of passage plan
call Master if in doubt as to actions of Pilot
provide back up to the Pilot – e.g. helm, lookouts, engine orders, radar, comms
inform Pilot if in doubt as to his actions.
the minimum rest period for an officer in charge of a watch;
10 hours in any 24-hour period.
how the above rest period may be divided;
No more than two periods, one of which shall be at least 6 hours.
the conditions under which the minimum rest period is not required;
In case of emergency drill or other overriding operational conditions.
the conditions under which the rest period may be reduced;
May be reduced to not less than 6 hours providing the reduction shall not extend beyond 2 days and not less than 70 hours of rest in each 7 day period,
the location of the onboard watch schedules.
Posted where they are easily accessible.
List FIVE precautions to be taken on deck prior to taking on fuel whilst berthed alongside.
-Vessel securely moored.
-Communications established between ship and shore.
-Deck scuppers securely plugged.
-Drip trays placed underneath ail hose couplings and connections. Oil spill equipment in place and ready for use.
-Bunker hoses inspected and checked for any visible signs of damage
-Hose connections secure
F-ire fighting equipment in place and ready for use
-Tank vents checked open and flame screens in good condition Code flag “B” or red light at night displayed
-No smoking signs displayed at gangway and adjacent all outside doors of accommodation
-All crew and guests / passengers informed bunkering operation is taking place and of no smoking and other restrictions
Explain the procedure for securing gear in the garage space prior to an ocean passage.
Empty fuel tanks
Secure equipment with extra lashings
Check all loose gear removed from equipment
Secure away from vulnerable items such as hydraulic pipes, machinery, etc Safety equipment kept clear.
