Daily archives: 14/02/2016


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Vessels are now almost exclusively fitted with lifeboats that are of the Totally Enclosed Motor Propelled Survival Craft (TEMPSC) variety. These can either have twin fall davit or freefall launching arrangements. A ships officers competence to launch a TEMPSC lifeboat is examined thoroughly during the Proficiency in Survival Crafts and Rescue Boats […]

TEMPSC Launching Checks and Procedure


Overview (Typical Marine Radar Screen) A popular OOW orals question is to tests a candidates ability to properly set up a marine radar. Questions regarding the IMO (International Maritime Organisation) radar performance standards are also not uncommon. All Deck Officers should have a sound understanding regarding both of these areas. Remember every time you change […]

Radar Initial Setup and Performance Standards