Exam Question
(a) What are the safety devices provided on the steering gear system? (10)
(b) What is the significance of the shaft hull earthing device on the shafting? (6)
Class 4 (4th Engineer)
MET
📅 Dec 2025
Reference Answer
### (a) Safety Devices on Steering Gear System (10 Marks)
Steering gear systems are fitted with a comprehensive suite of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical safety devices as mandated by SOLAS and classification societies. These devices ensure the protection of the machinery, maintain steering capability under adverse conditions, and provide timely warnings to the crew of any malfunction.
#### 1. Hydraulic Safety Devices
These devices protect the system from over-pressurization, fluid loss, and overheating.
Steering gear systems are fitted with a comprehensive suite of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical safety devices as mandated by SOLAS and classification societies. These devices ensure the protection of the machinery, maintain steering capability under adverse conditions, and provide timely warnings to the crew of any malfunction.
#### 1. Hydraulic Safety Devices
These devices protect the system from over-pressurization, fluid loss, and overheating.
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