Class 2 (2nd Engineer) SSEP 📅 Nov 2024

Exam Question

(a) Describe the periodic routine maintenance procedures that must be carried out on a lifeboat, its equipment and its davit system to ensure proper operation. (10)

(b) Explain the procedure for conducting a dynamic load test on a lifeboat davit and the criteria for evaluating the test results. Why is this test critical for ensuring the safety of the davit system? (10)

Reference Answer

(a) Periodic Maintenance Procedures for Lifeboat, Equipment, and Davit System
To ensure reliability and safety, the following maintenance actions must be routinely carried out:
Visual Inspections – Examine hull, davit, winch, and fittings for cracks, corrosion, deformation, or damage.
Lubrication – Grease sheaves, winch bearings, and all moving parts to prevent wear and corrosion.

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