Annex IV (entered into force 27 Sept, 2003)contains a set of regulations regarding the discharge of...
Author - Amit Sharma
Stability – I : Chapter 7
A ship of displacement 2000t and KG 4.2m, loads 300t 0f cargo (KG 2.0m ), 200t of cargo (KG 3.2m)...
Checklist of Master / Pilot information exchange
This checklist is to be completed by the Master and an entry made in the Bridge Log prior to...
What are drills requirements for all vessels as per SOLAS?
Drills:- Every crew member shall participate in at least one abandon ship drill and one fire drill...
What is Ship sweat and Cargo sweat?
Sweat is formed when the water vapour in the air condenses out into water droplets when cooled...
What is the aim of IMDG or International Maritime Dangerous...
The aim of IMDG code are : To regulate the transport by sea of dangerous goods to reasonably...
What is Navigation Bridge Visibility requirements as per SOLAS?
As per SOLAS chapter V, Regulation 22 Ships of not less than 55m in length 1st July 1998 shall meet...
What is Shallow water?
The water displaced by a vessel moving ahead is restricted in movement by the proximity of banks...
What are the different Steering modes of Autopilot?
Auto/manual: allows the user to select between manual steering & autopilot. Officer to steer...
What is Contingency Plan?
It contains action plan and duties of every possible emergencies on board. An emergency can occur...