In this video I discuss the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGS) Rule 7 – Risk of Collision.
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In the video below I explain clearly how to interpret IALA lateral buoys in both region A and B.
IALA Lateral Buoyage Explained
THE INTERNATIONAL SAFETY MANAGEMENT CODE (ISM) Objectives The objectives of the ISM Code are; 1. To ensure Safety at Sea and the prevention of human injury or loss of life. 2. To avoid damage to the environment, in particular the marine environment and to property. To support the […]
ISM Code
Cycles of Operation Before explaining about engine operating cycles, it is necessary to first define a few terms we will be using. ‘CYCLE’ refers to one complete sequence of operations required to produce power in an engine. The cycle continuously repeats whilst the engine is running. Diesel engines can be […]
4 Stroke and 2 Stoke Engine Cycles Explained
You must always refer to your ships SMS/maintenance system and manufacturers instructions for equipment specific instructions on recharging. The following is intended as a generic guide only. Recharging fire extinguishers Water Ensure that there is no residual pressure Unscrew the head assembly not more than one third of […]
Ships Fire Extinguishers Recharging Guidance
(Pictured above is a satellite picture of Cyclone Pam which hit the American Samoa and New Zealand in March 2015) A Tropical Revolving Storm (TRS) is a weather system that forms in the tropical latitudes. The cause very high winds and heavy seas and provide the most dangerous weather a seafarer […]
Tropical Revolving Storms
Below you will find video answer to the Chief Mates SQA March 2016 Stability paper questions 1, 2 and 3. This includes all working necessary to complete the questions correctly.
Chief Mates SQA Stability Paper March 2016 – Video Answers
Below you will find video answer to the Chief Mates SQA March 2016 Navigation paper questions 1 and 2. This includes all working necessary to complete the question correctly.
Chief Mates SQA Navigation Paper March 2016 – Video Answers
(Image Credit J.Leyland) The North of England P&I Association Limited (NEPIA) have produced an excellent summary of some of the most important rules from The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972. Within each PDF is the full rule wording accompanied by a discussion of some of the key areas […]
COLREGS – NEPIA Summary
Below you will find video answers to the OOW SQA March 2016 Stability paper questions 1 and 2. This includes all working necessary to complete the questions correctly.
OOW SQA Stability Paper March 2016 – Video Answers
1 Below you will find video answers to the OOW SQA March 2016 Navigation paper questions 1, 2, 4 and 5. This includes all working necessary to complete the questions correctly.
OOW SQA Navigation Paper March 2016 – Video Answers
The North of England P&I Association Limited have produced an excellent summary of The International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972 – Rule 10 Traffic Separation Schemes. Some of the key issues that surround Rule 10 application are discussed. Its available to view and download below in PDF format. […]