Ship manoeuvring controls A bridge is not only for navigation but is also the command and control centre of the ship. As such it must have a comprehensive control system that connects to the engine and steering gear as well as other systems on the ship such as the navigation lights. On a modern ship […]
Pressure testing of watertight bulkheads After installation of the bulkheads, they are to be tested for their integrity and water tightness. Since it is not feasible to fill all the cargo holds or compartments with water for this purpose, the test is done by a pressure hose. In this process, the bulkhead is subjected to […]
What is Fire Control plan on ships application? A plan providing crucial information for rapid and efficient action of the vessel’s crew during a fire. A Fire Control Plan must show the following details : Control stations. Various fire sections enclosed by “A” class divisions. Sections enclosed by “B” class divisions. Particulars of the fire […]
Fire Control Plan on Ship What is Fire Control plan on ships? In all cargo vessels, general arrangement plans should be permanently exhibited for the guidance of the vessel’s officers, using graphical symbols that are in accordance with IMO Resolution A.952(23), which show clearly for each deck the control stations, the various fire sections enclosed […]
New IMO procedures for maintenance and inspection of life saving appliances Seafarers should be able to fully rely on the IMO-mandated life-saving appliances and equipment at their disposal, says the IMO. In May 2016, the IMO Maritime Safety Committee’s 96th session (MSC 96) adopted amendments to SOLAS regulations III/3 and III/20. These amendments enter into […]
LALIZAS Lifebuoy Light SOLAS LALIZAS Lifebuoy Light use LED technology flashing light and is designed to withstand the toughest rigours of the commercial and offshore sectors. It is completely watertight with a compact structure and designed to be tamper proof, corrosion resistant and to deliver, as a minimum standard, an omnidirectional over 2cd output for […]
Vessel Lenght Classes and Definition of Vessel Length Overall A vessel’s length class determines the equipment necessary to comply with federal and state laws. SMALL VESSEL CATEGORY DEFINITION Class A less than 16 feet length overall Class I 16 to less than 26 feet length overall Class II 26 to less than 40 feet length […]
Regulations Watertight Bulkheads in Ships The safety of a ship in damaged condition is majorly dependent on the strength and integrity of its watertight bulkheads. There are a lot of factors that go into deciding the position of watertight bulkheads in a ship, and designing them structurally. Watertight bulkheads are vertically designed watertight divisions/walls within the ship’s […]
Electronic Chart Display Information System This year, 2019, has seen the final stage of the rollout of ECDIS (Electronic Chart Display Information System) and all ships affected by the regulations should be sailing with an ECDIS installed. ECDIS has evolved from a means of displaying charts electronically to the foundation of e-navigation. For a long […]
Aturan Keselamatan Pelayaran Jika kita berlayar maka harus menuruti aturan keselamatan di kapal, untuk mengendalikan keselamatan pelayaran secara internasional diatur dengan ketentuan-ketentuan sebagai berikut: International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), 1974, sebagaimana telah disempurnakan. Aturan internasional ini menyangkut ketentuan-ketentuan sebagai berikut: Konstruksi (struktur, stabilitas, permesinan dan instalasi listrik, perlindungan api, detoktor api […]