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 2024
Reference Answer
### (a) Routines carried out on a Lifeboat Winch
The routines carried out on a lifeboat winch are critical for ensuring its operational readiness and reliability during an emergency. These routines range from frequent visual checks to periodic detailed inspections and overhauls, adhering strictly to SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) regulations and manufacturer's instructions.
**1. Weekly Routines (as per SOLAS Chapter III, Reg. 20):**
* **Visual Inspection:**
The routines carried out on a lifeboat winch are critical for ensuring its operational readiness and reliability during an emergency. These routines range from frequent visual checks to periodic detailed inspections and overhauls, adhering strictly to SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) regulations and manufacturer's instructions.
**1. Weekly Routines (as per SOLAS Chapter III, Reg. 20):**
* **Visual Inspection:**
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