Loss of Main Propulsion
Loss of Main Propulsion
SCENARIO
1350H-1410H
H - Suddenly M/E failed, the duty engineer reported this to the master and also to the
chief engineer. The duty officer raised the day signal for not under command. i.e. two
black balls.
H - The master informs to all crew regarding engine failure by the PA system and
instructs all crew to stand by to settle the problem. Master also instructs the chief
officer assisted by bosun to stand by the anchor for drop if possible.
H - Second Officer prepares the chart for the nearest contingency anchorage or any
place that is safe to drop the anchor.
H - The Chief Engineer assisted by the other engineers and oilers tries to rectify the
main engine.
H - Master reports this incident to the nearest port control and also to the ship station.
H - Continue VHF watch maintained on Ch. 16 and vessels in the vicinity are advised to
keep clear at regular time intervals.
1408H - Chief Engineer then reports to the master that the main engine is ready for use.
1410H - Master reports to the coastal station and also to all ships that the ship is ready to sail
and puts down the sign of not under command, also instructs the chief officer to
secure the forward and finish.
H - The drill is completed with satisfactory order by the master.
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