What are the watch keeping hours of the engineer?

Four-hour period working with eight hours rest for the

members of each watch.
0000 hrs. 0400 hrs. - 3rd Engr. / 2/O.
0400 hrs. - 0800 hrs. - 2nd Engr. / Ch.Off.
0800 hrs. - 1200 hrs. - 4th Engr. / 3/O.
What are the minimum hours of rest to be given for a
seafarer in any 24hour period?
A minimum of 10 hrs of rest in any 24 hrs period.
Is a master right in calling the seafarer in violation of rest period
clause?
Nothing in this section shall be deemed to impair the right of the
Master of a ship to require a seafarer to perform any hours of
work, necessary for the immediate safety of the ship, persons on
board or cargo or the purpose of giving assistance to other ships
or persons in distress at sea. Accordingly the Master may suspend
the schedule hrs. of rest and require a seafarer to perform any
hours of work necessary until the normal situation has been
restored.
What is the amount of blood alcohol level?
Ans: 0.05% or 25 mg/lit.

Name five main systems of the machineries?

the systems (machinery) required for
Propulsion
Steering
Anchoring
Ship securing
Cargo handling
Refrigeration and Air conditioning
Power generation and distribution
Domestic requirements

Name six items that a watch keeping engineer to be

familiar?
Fire hazards
Access into enclosed space (tank)
In the vicinity of sewage tank ( when opened for inspection,
etc.,)
Handling of chemical.
Electrical hazards.
Eye protection near welding, grinding, chipping, etc.,
High pressure vessels and fluid / gas in it.
Heavy items lashing.
Name five main piping systems with regard to shipboard
machinery function?
Ballasting and deballasting...
Refrigeration and Air conditioning.
Power generation and distribution.
Domestic requirements.
Emergency equipments.
Pollution prevention equipments
Name four human senses a watch keeper use during his
rounds?
Sense of smell
Sense of sight
Sense of feeling
Sense of hearing
Name five main precautions to be adopted while overhauling
main engine in port?
Overhauling in Port
There are certain safety precautions to be followed when
overhauling or repairing the main engine and these are as
follows:
1) Close the starting air valves on the air storage tanks and
open all drain valves on the air manifold.
2) Ensure that the turning gear is engaged and secure the
operating lever before entering the crankcase and carrying
out work on any running gear parts.

3) Before turning the engine by means of a turning gear

make sure that there are no obstructions in way of the
running gear and that the indicator cocks are open and stay
open as long as any overhauling work is being carried out.
Ensure That the cover provided is placed over the open
cylinder when a piston has been removed.
5) Always use adequate (weighted) lifting gear and check its
condition before use. Periodically check the brake in the
electrical crane.
6) Stand clear of any parts during lifting by crane.
7) Ensure that power and light cables are kept free and not
trapped in doors or under loads.
8)wqwwwwww Ensure that all ladders and walk ways are
free of oil, grease and loose nuts, bolts, lifting equipment
etc.
9) Make sure that fire extinguishers are always topped up
and ready for use.
Never use an unguarded light to inspect an air vessel, fuel
tank, lubricating oil tanks, air pipe, fuel pipe, crank-chamber,
or any part of the engine whatsoever.
11) If the engine has been stopped on account of
overheating then the appropriate action as outlined in
section 18 must be taken.
12) If CO2 or any other method of extinguishing has been
used in the crankcase or scavenge space then these must be
very thoroughly vented before anyone is allowed to walk
inside.
Name the safety devices fitted on main engine?
Safety Devices
Every large marine diesel engine manufactured is fitted with
certain safety devices and most of these are listed
hereunder:
1) Relief valve fitted to the combustion chamber to warn of
excessive increase in combustion pressure.

2) Relief valves fitted to the crankcase to act as safety

valves should oil vapor ignite due, for instance, to a hot
bearing.
3) Relief valves fitted to scavenge spaces to protect the
chamber against high pressure.
4) Relief valves for fuel pumps and fuel systems to prevent
high pressure lines from bursting.
5) Relief valves for starting air system to prevent excessive
pressures and flame traps or bursting discs at each starting
air valve.
) Interlocks fitted to turning gear to ensure that the engine
cannot be started whilst the turning gear is engaged.
7) Automatic shut-down of the engine due to low pressure in
the lubricating or cooling systems.
8) Automatic shut down of the engine due to high or low
temperatures in various systems.
9) Shut down of the engine from the bridge should
communications with the engine room fail when the vessel is
in a hazardous position.
10) Over-speed trip which cuts the fuel supply to the engine
should the main governor fail and the engine rev/mm.
increases.
11) Oil mist detector fitted in the crankcase to give warning
of hot running parts.
) A temperature probe system fitted to bearings to give an
alarm of excessive temperatures.
13) A temperature probe system fitted in the scavenge air
space to indicate scavenge fires.
Name the circumstances in which engineer on watch (EOW)
should not hand over the watch to the next watch keeper?
The engineer officer in charge. of the watch should not hand
over the watch to the relieving engineer officer if he has any
reason to believe the latter is obviously not capable of
carrying out his duties effectively, in which case he should
notify the chief engineer officer accordingly.

The relieving engineer officer of the watch should satisfy

himself that the members of his watch are apparently fully
capable of performing their duties effectively.
Prior to taking over the watch, the relieving engineer officer
should be informed by the engineer officer in charge of the
watch as to:
1) standing orders of the day, any special orders relating to the
ship operations, maintenance functions, repairs to the ships
machinery or control equipment;
2) nature of all work being performed on machinery and
systems on board ship, personnel involved and potential
hazards;
3) level and condition, where applicable, of water or residue
in bilges, ballast tanks, slop tanks, sewage tanks, reserve
tanks and special requirements for use or disposal of the
contents thereof;
) any special requirements relating to sanitary system
disposals:
5) condition and state of readiness of portable fireextinguishing equipment and fixed fire-extinguishing
installations and fire-detection systems;
6.) authorized repair personnel on board engaged in
engineering activities, their work location and repair
functions; other authorized persons and required crew;
7) any port regulations pertaining to ship effluent, firefighting requirements, and ship readiness, particularly during
potential conditions of bad weather;
) lines of communication available between the ship and
shore side personnel, including port authorities, in the event
of an emergency arising or assistance being required;
9) other circumstances of importance to the safety of the
ship, its crew, cargo and the protection of the environment
from pollution;
10) procedures for notifying the appropriate authority of
environmental pollution resulting from engineering activities.

What is the information one should pass on to the taking

over engineer?
Safe & efficient operation of the Main & Aux. machineries.
2. Responsible of the watch.
3. Knowledge of : a) Communication systems.
b) Escape routes.
c) Fire Fighting Equipments.
4. Any machinery not functioning properly, should be
attended immediately.
5. Capable of operating ME in response to needs of changes
in directions or speeds.
6. In unmanned condition, engine should be readily available
& on call to attend the machinery space.
(contd.)
All Bridge orders shall be properly executed.
8. Carry out maintenance works.
9. On Standby conditions, all equipments used during
maneuvering is in a state of readiness.
10.Never leave the engine room unattended.
11.Should take action, in case of emergencies.
12.Before going off duty, all parameters should be entered in
the log book.
13.Co-operate with the maintenance works.
14.Inform the C/E, any damage or malfunction of machinery.
15.Any reduction in RPM due to machinery problems should
be immediately informed to Bridge.
16.In emergency or if in any doubt as to what decision or
measures to take, inform immediately to C/E.
What is the information expected on a watch keeper should
he notify chief engineer without delay?

The engineer officer in charge of the watch should notify the

chief engineer officer without delay in the following
circumstances:
1) when engine damage or malfunctions occur which in his
opinion are such as to endanger the safe operation of the
ship;
2) when malfunctions occur which in his opinion may cause
damage or breakdown of propulsion machinery, auxiliary
machinery or monitoring and governing systems;
3) in emergencies or in situations when he is in doubt as to
what decision or measures to take
List out what is control test?
Control steering test
Control telegraph test
Synchronizing the clock of engine room and bridge
testing the main engine
Name the actions in case of fog?
The engineer officer in charge of the watch should ensure a
permanent air or steam pressure for fog sound signals.
He should be ready to respond to any bridge orders and
should ensure, in addition, that auxiliary machinery used for
maneuvering is readily available.
Under what circumstances standby telegraph is not to be
acknowledged?
Under any circumstances, if engines are not ready do not
answer the standby movement in the ER Telegraph.
If chief engineer is present during a watch, who is
responsible for the responsibilities concerning watch?
even during the watchkeeping, if chief engineer is present in
the engine room, he will be not responsible of the watch.
responsibility lies solely on the engineer who is on
watchkeeping duty at that time.
Name the measures to be taken in case of fire?

1) SOUND THE FIRE / GENERAL ALARM. MAKE AN

ANNOUNCEMENT ON THE PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM, ABOUT
THE LOCATION OF FIRE.
2) INFORM THE BRIDGE.
3) START STANDBY GENERATOR AND PUT ON LOAD.
4) START THE FIRE PUMP.
5) PULL OUT FIRE HOSES & NOZZLE FROM NEAREST FIRE HOSE
BOX.
6) WAIT FOR ASSISTANCE. DONOT TRY TO FIGHT FIRE,FIRE
ALONE.
7)
FIGHT FIRE WITH PORTABLE EXTINGUISHERS & FIRE
HOSES.
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4.

Name few checklists with regard to watch keeping?

ARRIVAL CHECK LIST
F.W.E. CHECK LIST
DEPARTURE CHECK LIST
FULL AWAY CHECK LIST
What is bunker checklist?
Bunker checklist to be signed by both chief engineer and
bunker supplier.
It must also be cross signed by the master. If bunker
checklist is not duly filled the bunker procedures shall not
started.

Name the conditions for UMS operations?

1. FO,LO & FW Tanks / Sumps are Full.
2. Bilges are dry & High Level Alarm operational.
3. Smoke Detectors are operational.
4. All piping systems are tight & not temporarily repaired.
5. All alarms & safety cutouts are operational.
6. All Drain tanks are empty.
7. Air reservoirs are full.
8. Purifier feed suitably adjusted.
9. Emergency Gene on stand By mode.
10.
Idle Genes are on Standby mode.

11.
All standby pumps & machineries are on Auto start
mode.
12.
All Ventilation Fans running.
13.
All combustible materials stored in safe place.
14.
All strainers & Filters are clean condition.
15.
ER & Steering water tight doors are shut.
16.
All Parameters are within normal limits.
17.
ECR air condition operational.
18.
All loose items are secured.
19.
ECR electric kettle unplugged.
20.
Workshop welding machine plug, unplugged.
21.
Oxygen & Acetylene cylinder, valves are shut.
22.
ME on Bridge Control.
23.
Duty officer informed of commencement of UMS.
24.
Watch keeping control switched to Engineers cabin.
25.
Duty Officer should be aware of location of Duty Engr.

Name the reasons for not taking over the watch?

If reasons to believe that the incoming Engr. is obviously not
capable of carrying out the watch keeping duties effectively,
(SICK OR DRUNK) in which case the chief engineer shall be
notified.
If any discrepancy in the machinery or oil levels not
maintained normal.
Incoming engineer can refuse to take over the watch, until it
is rectified by the outgoing watch engineer.
If not , it can be brought to the notice of the chief engineer,
before taking over the watch.
If any damage is caused to the machinery during the
previous watch.
If wrong readings are entered in the log book.

What are the routine checks while watch keeping?

ALL RUNNING MACHINERIES, SUMP OIL LEVELS TO CHECK.
ALL RUNNING PUMPS, SUCTION & DELIVERY PRESSURES TO
CHECK.

 PURIFIERS - PRESSURES & TEMPERATURES IN/OUT TO

CHECK.SLUDGE / OIL, PASSAGE TO CHECK FOR ANY
ABNORMALITY.
FO SERVICE / SETTLING TANKS, CYLINDER LO DAY TANK
LEVEL TO CHECK.
BOILER WATER LEVEL & STEAM PRESSURE TO CHECK.
ME & T/C, , RPM, ALL PRESSURES & TEMPERATURES OF
FO,LO,CW,AIR & OIL FLOW THROUGH SIGHT GLASSES TO
CHECK.
A.E. & T/C RPM, PRESSURES & TEMPERATURES OF FO,LO,CW
& AIR TO CHECK.
IF ANY ABNORMALITY IN THE ABOVE READINGS, SHOULD BE
RECTIFIED BY THE WATCH KEEPING ENGINEER.
WATCH KEEPING ENGINEER SHOULD KNOW THE LOW/HIGH
LEVELS, TEMPERATURES & RPM OF THE MACHINERIES IN ER.

What are the familiarization duties of a fifth engineer?

HE SHOULD BE ADVISED OF THE FOLLOWING:
THE TIMINGS OF HIS DUTIES, FOOD HOURS AND REST TIME.
TRACE ALL PIPE LINES & EXITS IN THE ER.
SHOWN TO OPERATE VARIOUS PUMPS & ITS OPERATIONS.
ADVISED REGARDING, MARPOL REGULATIONS, WHILE
CARRYING OUT ANY OVERBOARD OPERATIONS & IN PORT.
READING THE MANUALS, ABOUT THE MAXIMUM & MINIMUM
VALUES OF TEMPERATURES & PRESSURES OF MACHINERIES
IN THE ER & SUMP OIL LEVELS.
THE LAY OUT OF THE MACHINERIIES IN THE ER.
GET FAMILIARISED WITH THE COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS.
SAFETY EQUIPMENTS OPERATIONS.
ALL EXITS, EMERGENCY EXIT & ITS LOCATIONS IN THE ER.
Operation of ME, AE, Engine, Fire & CO2, sounds of the
alarms in E.R..