Exam Question
Make a comprehensive list of fuel oil, diesel oil & lubricating oil tanks on board; stating the purpose of each tank & their location. What was their approximate capacity in your last ship. (16)
Class 4 (4th Engineer)
MEKG
📅 Jul 2023
Reference Answer
A comprehensive understanding of the ship's tank arrangement is crucial for safe and efficient operation, ensuring compliance with international regulations such as MARPOL Annex I. The following list details the various fuel, diesel, and lubricating oil tanks on board, their specific purpose, typical location, and approximate capacities, based on my experience on a Handymax size bulk carrier.
### 1. Fuel Oil Tanks (VLSFO - Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil)
These tanks handle the heavy fuel oil used primarily for the Main Engine and sometimes for auxiliary boilers.
* **Bunker / Storage Tanks**
### 1. Fuel Oil Tanks (VLSFO - Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil)
These tanks handle the heavy fuel oil used primarily for the Main Engine and sometimes for auxiliary boilers.
* **Bunker / Storage Tanks**
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