Exam Question
(a) What are the routines carried out on a life boat winch. (6)
(b) What maintenance do the hand brake and Centrifugal brakes require. (5)
(c) At what lowering velocity does the centrifugal brake operate. (5)
Class 4 (4th Engineer)
MEP
📅 Aug 2025
Reference Answer
### (a) Routines Carried Out on a Lifeboat Winch
Routine inspections and maintenance on a lifeboat winch are mandated by SOLAS Chapter III, Regulations 20 and 36, and are critical for ensuring the reliability of the life-saving appliance. These routines are categorized by frequency:
**1. Weekly & Monthly Routines (SOLAS III/20.6 & 20.7):**
These are typically performed by the ship's crew.
Routine inspections and maintenance on a lifeboat winch are mandated by SOLAS Chapter III, Regulations 20 and 36, and are critical for ensuring the reliability of the life-saving appliance. These routines are categorized by frequency:
**1. Weekly & Monthly Routines (SOLAS III/20.6 & 20.7):**
These are typically performed by the ship's crew.
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