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 companion 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
