1. The Ship
Introduction
Terms and definitions
Terms and definitions concerning Stability
Ship types and varieties
Plate and construction terms
Main structural members compensating stress factors
Stresses in ship structure
Loadlines
International Safety Management
Certificates & Documentation
Crew Management.
2. Anchor Work (Fundamentals)
Introduction
Anchor types
Tests on Anchors
Marks on Anchors
Anchor Certificates
Chain Cable Tests
Notes on Cable
Kenter Lugless Joining Shackle
‘D’ Lugged Joining Shackle
Securing and Stowage of Anchors & Cables
Windlass (Steam) Operation
Preparations for Anchor ‘Letting Go’
Disc Brake Systems for Anchor Handling Windlass
Cable Holders
Procedure for Coming to Anchor
Clearing Away Anchors
Chain Cable Information
Anchor Terminology
The Watch at Anchor
Anchoring Facility for High Speed Craft
Mooring Anchors
3. Ropework
Introduction
Natural Fibre Ropes
Lay of Ropes
Small Stuff
Synthetic Fibre Ropes
Bends and Hitches
Working Aloft and Overside.
Seizings
Ropework and Cordage Tools
Worming Parcelling and Serving
Cordage Splicing
Whippings
Marrying Two Ropes Together
To Pass a Stopper
Breaking out New Mooring Ropes
4. Wire Work and Rigging
Introduction
Steel Wire Rope
Steel wire Rope Rigging
Rigging Fitments
Stowage of Mooring Wires
Safe Handling Procedures for Wire Ropes
Mousing Hooks or Shackles
Blocks Care and Maintenance
Blocks and Tackles
5. Lifting Gear
Introduction
Derricks
Union Purchase
Safe Handling Practice for Derricks
Doubling Up Procedure
Yo-Yo Rig
Hallen Universal Derrick
Velle Derrick
Stȕelcken Rigs
Heavy Lift Procedure
Cranes & Derricks, Advantages and Disadvantages
Derrick Tests and Surveys
Stress Factors in Derricks
Cargo Securing Manual
Project Cargoes.
6. Cargo and Hatchwork
Introduction
Hatch Hold Construction
General Cargo Terminology
Duties of the Cargo Officer
Cargo Duties of Chief Officers
Hold Preparations
Stowage Methods and Cargo Handling
Ventilation
Refrigerated Cargoes
Carriage of Goods in Deep Tanks
Dangerous / Hazardous Cargoes Shipping Procedure
Cargo Plans
Roll On-Roll Off Systems
Hull Openings
Car Carriers
Container Definitions and Terms
Loading Containers
Container Tonnage
Parametric Rolling
Container Securing
Loadicators and Container Plans
Bulk Carriers
Bill of Lading
7. Boatwork and Life Saving appliances
Introduction
Selected Terminology and Definitions
General Requirements for Lifeboats
Parts of the Lifeboat
Wood Boat construction
Boat Fitments
Totally Enclosed Survival Craft
Partially Enclosed Boats
Free Fall Lifeboats
Life Saving Appliances
Boat Rigging
Launching Procedures
Taking a Boat Away
Boat Recovery in Heavy Weather
Beaching a Lifeboat
Boat Handling and Safe Procedure
Sail Theory and Terminology
GRP Fibreglass for Boat Maintenance
8. Survival Craft and Practice
Introduction
Survival Systems International
The Inflateable Liferaft
Launching the Inflateable Liferaft
Boarding the Liferaft
Rigid Liferafts
Davit Launched Liferafts
Additional Fitments to Liferafts
Abandon Ship Systems/Methods
Marine Evacuation System
MES Variations
Inspection and Maintenance of MES
MES Chute System
Righting Capsized Liferaft
Beaching a Liferaft
RoPax Vessels in Coastal Waters
Rescue Boats
Emergency Equipment Lockers for Ro-Ro Passenger Ships
Standards for Training, Certification and Watchkeeping For Seafarers (STCW)
9. Communications
Introduction
Terminology and Definitions for Communications
Methods Employed in the Marine Industry
Flag Signalling Terms
International Code of Signals
Signalling by International Code Flags
Important Two-Letter Signals
Sample Messages Employing International Code
Flag Maintenance
Wearing Ensigns
Morse Code Procedure- Signals, Flashlight and Flag
10. Watchkeeping Duties
Introduction
Masters Responsibilities
The Integrated Bridge
Functions of the Integrated Bridge
Safety and Redundancy
Watch Keeping General Duties
Duties of the Officer of the Watch
Duties of the Lookout
Duties of the Helmsman
Duties of the Standby Man
Official Publications
Hazardous Goods Labels
Security
Rigging Pilot Ladders
Master Pilot Exchange
Ship to Shore Transit
Pilot Information Card
11. Marine Instruments Monitoring & Measurement
Introduction
Sextant
Marine Chronometer
Speed and Depth
The Gyro Compass
Changes in Ships Compass Systems
Magnetic Compass
Compass Binnacle
Dry Card Magnetic Compass
Azimuth Mirror
Pelorus
Automatic Identification System (AIS)
Transponder Information
AIS Unit Components
Voyage Date Recorders
Hydrometer
Hygrometer
Precision Aneroid Barometer
12. Meteorology
Introduction
Meteorological Terms
Construction and Interpretation of Synoptic Chart
Weather Scales
Heavy Weather Precautions (for vessels in Open Water Conditions)
Effects of Heavy Weather on Vessels at Sea
General Behaviour of Vessels in Heavy Weather
Tropical Revolving Storm
Ice Terminology
Ice Navigation
The Polar Code
Single-Letter Signals between Ice-Breaker and Assisted Vessels
Ice Class Designations
13. Preventing Collisions at Sea
Introduction
International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (1972)
As amended by Resolutions A464(XII) A626(15) A678(16) A736(18) A.910(22) and A1085(28)
Judging Another Vessels Heading at Night
Special Cases to Rules of the Road
Collision Avoidance High –Speed Craft
High Speed Craft Features
High Speed Craft: Watch Keeping Practice
IALA Maritime Buoyage Systems A & B
14. Emergencies
Introduction
Emergency Contingency Planning
Collision
Flooding
Damage Control
Abandonment From the Vessel
Rescue and Recovery of Survivors
Stranding and Grounding
Beaching Procedures
Deck Department Checklist for Watertight Integrity of the Hull Following
Grounding or Beaching
Engine Room Department Checklist for Machinery Space Following
Grounding or Beaching
Perils of the Sea
Watertight Doors
Dry Docks and Docking Procedures
Types of Docking
Hydro-Lift Docking System
Inward and Outward Procedures for Hydro-Lift Docking Systems
Man Over Board
Helicopter Procedures
Su-Sunk Procedure
15. Fire Fighting
Introduction
Equipment for On-Board Fire Fighting
Additional Requirements for Passenger Vessels
Roll-On - Roll-Off Vessels
Tanker Vessels
Small Fires
Accommodation Fires at Sea
Galley Fires at Sea
Machinery Space Fires at Sea
Cargo Space Fires at Sea and in Port
Paint Room Fires
Fixed Fire- Fighting Installations
International Shore Connection
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus
Contents of Fireman’s Outfit
Example Cargo Fires
Roll On, Roll Off Vessels Fire Fighting Difficulties
16. Search and Rescue Operations
Introduction
Action by Vessel in Distress
Master’s Obligations
Obligations of Rescue Craft
When Assistance is No Longer Required
Searching the Sea
Aircraft in Distress
Communication Between Surface Craft and Aircraft
Surface to Surface Rescues
Pyrotechnics
Breeches Buoy
Communications
The Work of HM Coastguard (HMCG)
AMVER and U.S. Coast Guard Ship Reporting Systems
Passenger Vessels: Decision Support System for Ships Masters
Abbreviations for Use in SAR Operations
17. Ship Handling
Introduction
Terms and General Definitions
Factor in Ship Handling
High Speed Craft Categories
High Speed craft
Rudders
Propellers
Machinery ‘Pod Technology’ (Pod Propulsion Units)
Turning Circles
Steering Gear Operations
Steering applications
Steering Test Applications
Auxiliary / Emergency Steering
Bow ? Stern Thrusters
Steerable 360º Thrusters
Water Jet Propulsion
Fin Stabilizers
Manoeuvring With Mooring Lines
Fairleads
Bollards (Bitts)
18. Ship Handling: Manoeuvring and Mooring Operations
Introduction
Berthing
Clearing a Berth
Entering a Dock
Mooring
Securing to Buoys
Letting Go from Buoys
Rigging Slip Wires
Mooring Operations and Deployment of Anchors
Deep Water Anchoring
Laying / Carrying Out Anchors
Clearing the Foul Hawse
To Weigh Anchor by Deck Tackle
Anchor recovery following Loss of Windlass Power
Hanging Off an Anchor
Lost Anchor and Resecuring a Spare
Turning Vessel Short Round
Interaction
Shallow Water Effects and Squat
Working with Tugs
Composite Towline
Emergency Towing Arrangement (ETA)
High Speed Craft and Safe Speed Manoeuvring (Ref., Regulation 6, ColRegs)
19. Tanker Operations
Introduction
Tanker Vessels
Tanker Hazards and Precautions
Dangers of Petroleum Spirit
Tanker Safety Guides
General Definitions
Cargo Handling Equipment
General Operations and Procedures
Tanker Layout and Ventilation
Gas Freeing
Enclosed Spaces – Dangers and Procedures
Health and Safety
Permit to Work
Inert Gas Systems and Use
Mooring Large Tankers
Oil Pollution
Flammability Composition Diagram
Chemical Cargoes
Gas Carriers
Oil Record Book(s)
20. The Application of MARPOL and the Prevention of Pollution To the Marine Environment
Introduction
Abbreviations and Acronyms Within MARPOL
Definitions For Use (within the understanding of MARPOL, inclusive of
The Management of Ships Waste / Garbage
Application of MARPOL
Ballast Records
Appendix 1: Mariners Self Examiner (for the Training of Deck Officers MN)
Appendix II: Officer of the Watch: Certificate of Competency
Appendix III: Chief Officer (First Mate): Certificate of Competency
Appendix IV: Ships Master: Certificate of Competency
Appendix V: Rule of the road. Reference to the ColRegs and the IALA Buoyage System
Biography
David J. House has now written and published eighteen marine titles, many of which are in multiple editions. After commencing his seagoing career in 1962, he was initially engaged on general cargo vessels. He later experienced worldwide trade with passenger, container, ro-ro, reefer ships and bulk cargoes. He left the sea in 1978 with a Master Mariner’s qualification and commenced teaching at the Fleetwood Nautical College. He continues to write and research maritime aspects for future works.
