Exam Question
Write reference to gravity life boat davits; state the purpose of the following
(a) Centrifugal brake. (4)
(b) Dead man's handle. (4)
(c) Davit limit switch. (4)
(d) On load release hook. (4)
Class 4 (4th Engineer)
SSEP
📅 Jul 2022
Reference Answer
### Gravity Lifeboat Davits: Component Purposes
#### (a) Centrifugal Brake
**Purpose:** The primary purpose of the centrifugal brake is to govern and control the speed of descent of the lifeboat when it is being lowered under gravity, ensuring it remains within safe, regulated limits.
**Principle of Operation:**
#### (a) Centrifugal Brake
**Purpose:** The primary purpose of the centrifugal brake is to govern and control the speed of descent of the lifeboat when it is being lowered under gravity, ensuring it remains within safe, regulated limits.
**Principle of Operation:**
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