Seamanship Notes, 2nd Edition 2019
Overview This informative book is designed to support students working towards their Maritime and Coastguard Agency Certificate of Competency exams. It also serves as the ideal com panion for any seafarer wishing to refresh or update their knowledge. The book is based on the MCA examination syllabus, and has been written to make the syllabus seem less daunting. Its structured approach to studying - using tables and bullet points to highlight key pieces of information - will help the reader gain confidence in the topic areas. It also a brings together links to publications produced by the IMO, the MCA, the International Chamber of Shipping, P&I Clubs and other non-governmental organisations, to help the reader source additional knowledge and gain a deeper understanding of each topic. Content Introduction Section 1 – Navigation 1 Passage Planning 1.1 Appraisal 1.2 Planning 1.3 Charted Information 1.4 Execution 1.5 Monitoring 2 Navigational Charts and Publications 2.1 Mariners’ Routeing Guides 3 Radio Navigational Warnings 3.1 World-Wide Navigational Warning Service (WWNWS) 4 Ships Routeing Information 5 Mandatory Reporting Systems 5.1 Voluntary Reporting Systems 6 IALA Systems of Maritime Buoyage 6.1 Marine Aids to Navigation 6.2 Leading Lines 6.3 Sector Lights 6.4 Fixed Marine Aids to Navigation – Lighthouses and Beacons 6.5 Floating Marine Aids to Navigation 7 Electronic Navigation Systems 7.1 Limitations and Sources of Error 8 Electronic Chart Systems 8.1 Limitations of Electronic Chart Systems 8.2 Electronic Navigational Chart (ENC) Vs Raster Navigational Chart (RNC) 9 Radar and ARPA 9.1 Stabilisation Modes 9.2 Choice of Stabilisation Mode for Collison Avoidance 9.3 Aspect, Radar and Collision Avoidance 10 The Azimuth Mirror 10.1 Use of the Azimuth Mirror 11 The Marine Sextant 12 Sources of Meteorological Information 13 Meteorological Instruments 14 Characteristics of Weather Systems 15 Reporting and Recording Systems 16 The Principles of Navigational Watchkeeping 16.1 Principles of Maintaining a Safe Navigational Watch in All Situations 16.2 Principles of Navigational Watchkeeping at Sea 16.3 Principles of Navigational Watchkeeping During Pilotage 16.4 Principles of Navigational Watchkeeping at Anchor 16.5 Principles of Navigational Watchkeeping in Port 16.6 Taking Over the Deck Watch 17 International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) 18 Practical use of Radar and ARPA 18.1 Modes of Operation 19 Bridge Equipment 20 Steering Control Systems 20.1 Modes of Operation 20.2 Changing Modes of Operation 21 The Bridge Procedures Guide 22 Compasses 22.1 Magnetic Compass 23 Gyro Compass 24 Associated Equipment 24.1 Integrated Navigation System 24.2 Integrated Bridge System 25 Manoeuvre the Ship 25.1 Preparation for Getting Under Way 26 Preparation and Duties 27 Use and Care of Mooring Lines and Associated Equipment 27.1 Maintenance of Equipment 27.2 Conning the Ship 27.3 Helm Orders 28 Ship Handling 28.1 The Wheelhouse Poster 28.2 Effects of Propellers on the Steering of a Ship 29 Turning Short Round 29.1 Interaction and Squat 30 Action in the Event of a Failure 30.1 Emergency Steering Arrangements 31 Proper Procedures for Anchoring Section 2 – Cargo Handling and Stowage 32 Use and Care of Synthetic Fibre and Wire Ropes 33 IMO Conventions and Guidelines Concerning the Safe Handling of Cargoes On board the Vessel 34 Carriage of Goods by Sea 35 Use of the Hydrometer 35.1 Purpose of the Hydrometer Section 3 – Response to Emergencies 36 Response to Navigational Emergencies 36.1 Initial Action: Man Overboard 36.2 Initial Action: Collision 36.3 Initial Action: Grounding 36.4 Initial Action: Flooding 36.5 Initial Action: Receipt of a Distress Message 36.6 Initial Action: Damage Assessment and Control 36.7 Protection of the Marine Environment 36.8 The Marine Response Centre 37 Precaution for the Protection and Safety of Passengers 37.1 Decision Support System 37.2 Muster Drills 37.3 Crew Training 37.4 Evacuation 38 Use of the International Aeronautical and Marine Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual 38.1 IAMSAR Volume III – Contents 39 Distress and Emergency Signals 39.1 Use of Distress Signals 39.2 Misuse of Distress Signals 39.3 Disposal of Marine Pyrotechnics 40 Search and Rescue Around the UK and Worldwide 40.1 HM Coastguard 40.2 Search and Rescue – Worldwide 41 Organisational Procedures for Emergency Parties and Drills 42 Knowledge of Fire Prevention and Fire-Fighting Appliances 42.1 Care of Fire-Fighting Appliances 42.2 Ventilation Systems 42.3 Fire Main Isolation Valve 42.4 Escape and Breathing Devices 43 Classes of Fire 43.1 The Fire Tetrahedron 44 Properties of Fire Extinguishers 45 Use and Care of Life Saving Appliances 46 Markings on Survival Craft and Associated Equipment 47 Launch and Manage Survival Craft 47.1 Launch and Recovery of the Rescue Boat 47.2 Launching a Liferaft 47.3 Launching a Davit Launched Liferaft 48 Knowledge of SOLAS Training Manual 48.1 Contents of Maintenance Log for Life Saving Appliances 49 Basic Principles of Survival 49.1 Actions to Take 50 Emergencies in Port 50.1 Authority of the Emergency Services 51 Sources of Medical Information 51.1 Radio Medical Advice for Ships at Sea 51.2 International Radio Medical Advice Centre (CIRM) 52 International Code of Signals and IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases 53 IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases 53.1 Emergency Communications within GMDSS Regulations Section 4 – Onboard Ship Operations 54 MARPOL Prevention of Pollution 54.1 MARPOL Special Areas 55 MARPOL Precautions to Prevent Pollution from Ships 56 The Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan (SOPEP) 56.1 Guidelines for the Development of SOPEP Plans (MEPC.54(32)) 57 Contents of SOPEP Plan 58 Garbage Management Plan 58.1 Garbage Record Book 58.2 Garbage Placards 59 Anti-Pollution Equipment 60 Fundamentals of Watertight Integrity 60.1 Watertight Doors 60.2 Operating Watertight Doors 60.3 Conditions of Load Line Assignment 61 Preparations for Heavy Weather 62 Legislative Requirements 62.1 International Convention 62.2 Legislation 62.3 Code 62.4 Guidance 62.5 Information 62.6 Annual Summary of Admiralty Notices to Mariners (ASNTM) 63 Merchant Shipping Health and Safety Legislation 63.1 The Safety Officer 63.2 Safety Representatives 63.3 Safety Committee 63.4 Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seafarers 63.5 Risk Assessment 63.6 Provision and use of Work Equipment 63.7 Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (LOLER) 63.8 LOLER Regulations Testing, Inspection and Certification 63.9 Conducting Lifting Operations 63.10 Means of Access 63.11 Accident Reporting 63.12 Definitions 63.13 Meaning of ‘Accident’ 63.14 Marine Incident 63.15 Reporting of Accidents and Serious Injuries 64 IMO Conventions 64.1 International Convention for the Control and Management of Ships’ Ballast Water and Sediments (BWM) 64.2 Ballast Water Record Book 64.3 International Code for Ships Operating in Polar Waters (Polar Code) 64.4 Structure of the Code 64.5 Requirements for Additional Training 64.6 International Ship Port Facilities Security Code 65 International Safety Management Code for the Safe Operation of Ships and for Pollution Prevention (ISM) 66 The Maritime Labour Convention 67 Flag State and Port State 67.1 Flag State Responsibilities 67.2 Relationship Between Flag State and Port State 67.3 Port State Control Introduction The purpose of this book is to support students studying towards their Maritime and Coastguard Agency professional exams. The contents of the book are structured around the MCA examination syllabus. The book has been written to provide a brief overview of each topic. Tables and bullet points have been used as I am a great advocate of the ‘flashcard’ study technique and this style lends itself to that. There are links to primary sources of information and documents which will help you gain a deeper understanding of each topic. There are so many excellent publications in the public domain produced by the likes of IMO, the MCA, International Chamber of Shipping, P&I clubs and other non-governmental organisations that can really develop your knowledge and be taken forward in your professional environment. The reason why I wanted to bring this book together was because on first reading, the syllabus can seem quite daunting. By taking a structured approach to your studying and having knowledge of where to find key sources of information you can soon gain confidence in the topic areas. Details Title: Seamanship Notes Second Edition Number of Volumes: 1 Edition: Second Number of Pages: 214 Product Code: WS1669K ISBN: ISBN 13: 978-1-85609-842-7 (9781856098427), ISBN 10: 1-85609-842-7 (1856098427) Published Date: September 2019 Binding Format: Paperback Book Height: 210 mm Book Width: 148 mm Book Spine: 10 mm Weight: 0.60 kg Author: Angus Ferguson
