Exam Question
(a) List the SOLAS requirements for steering gear system of a ocean going ship. (10)
(b) Describe the drills and exercises mandated by the SOLAS convention with regards to the steering gear system with reference to the convention. (10)
Class 4 (4th Engineer)
SSEP
📅 Apr 2024
Reference Answer
### (a) SOLAS Requirements for Steering Gear System
As per SOLAS Chapter II-1, Part C, Regulations 29 and 30, the requirements for steering gear systems on ocean-going ships are as follows:
**1. General Requirements (Reg 29.1 & 29.2):**
* Every ship shall be provided with a **main steering gear** and an **auxiliary steering gear**.
As per SOLAS Chapter II-1, Part C, Regulations 29 and 30, the requirements for steering gear systems on ocean-going ships are as follows:
**1. General Requirements (Reg 29.1 & 29.2):**
* Every ship shall be provided with a **main steering gear** and an **auxiliary steering gear**.
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