Exam Question
Prepare an examination checklist for a periodic inspection of the Chain blocks and other loose lifting gears used in a ship's engine room. (20)
Class 4 (4th Engineer)
SSEP
📅 Jun 2024
Reference Answer
### **Objective**
To provide a comprehensive checklist for the periodic inspection of chain blocks and other loose lifting gear in a ship's engine room, ensuring compliance with international regulations (e.g., ILO Convention 152, Flag State requirements) and Classification Society rules. This procedure is to be carried out by a 'Competent Person' as defined by these regulations.
### **1. Pre-Inspection Procedures**
1. **Identification & Documentation**: Verify all items against the ship's 'Register of Lifting Appliances and Cargo Handling Gear'. Ensure each item has a unique identification number (UIN) and its Safe Working Load (SWL) is clearly marked.
To provide a comprehensive checklist for the periodic inspection of chain blocks and other loose lifting gear in a ship's engine room, ensuring compliance with international regulations (e.g., ILO Convention 152, Flag State requirements) and Classification Society rules. This procedure is to be carried out by a 'Competent Person' as defined by these regulations.
### **1. Pre-Inspection Procedures**
1. **Identification & Documentation**: Verify all items against the ship's 'Register of Lifting Appliances and Cargo Handling Gear'. Ensure each item has a unique identification number (UIN) and its Safe Working Load (SWL) is clearly marked.
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