Advanced Marine Power Plant Practice Flashcards

A set of practice vocabulary flashcards covering marine power plant safety, ISM codes, risk assessment, and shipboard hazards based on lecture notes.

Asphyxiation

A key hazard associated with confined spaces that increases with entrapment or poor ventilation and leads to loss of consciousness.

Cargo Tank

A typical example of an enclosed space found on ships.

Cargo Pump Room

A common shipboard enclosed space requiring safety precautions for entry.

Battery Room

An enclosed space frequently found on ships that poses safety risks.

Paint Locker

A type of enclosed space on a vessel where hazardous atmospheres may exist.

Atmospheric Testing Ventilation Protocol

Ventilation should be stopped for about $10\,\text{minutes}$ before conducting atmospheric testing in a confined space.

Permit-to-Work System

A system designed to provide formal written safety control for activities like confined space entry.

Intrinsically Safe Lighting

The type of lighting recommended for use in potentially explosive spaces.

Hand Tool Safety Practice

Always use the right tool for the job, ensure it is the correct size, and verify it is in good condition.

ISM Code Primary Purpose

To promote safety at sea and protect the marine environment.

ISM Code Safety Culture Goal

The code aims to increase the safety culture for shipping companies.

Master's ISM Responsibility

The individual who has the ultimate responsibility for implementing the ISM Code aboard a ship.

ISM Section $10$ focus

Crucial for maintaining ship safety through regular maintenance and testing of equipment.

Company Maintenance Responsibility

According to Section $10$ of ISM, the Company must employ the right people and provide instructions for maintenance.

Master's Safety Authority

According to Section $5$ of ISM, the Master can override office decisions regarding safety matters.

Master's Autonomous Decisions

The Master possesses the authority to make autonomous decisions on matters of safety.

Designated Person Ashore (DPA)

The person responsible for monitoring safety matters of vessels according to Section $4$ of ISM.

DPA Fleet Role

A role primarily responsible for monitoring safety matters rather than economic activities or crew training.

ISM Section $11$ Documentation

Specifies that documents must be controlled and available to maintain ship safety.

SOLAS Ships Classification

Includes passenger ships engaged in international voyages and cargo ships over $500\,\text{tons}$.

SMS Accident Reporting

Reporting of accidents and incidents must be managed through structured communication channels.

Resources and Personnel SMS Section

The part of the Safety Management System outlining the qualifications and training of personnel on a vessel.

Reporting Non-Conformities

Crew members must report accidents and document non-conformities noticed in operations.

ISM Code Formal Integration

The code was formally integrated into the maritime industry under the $1974$ SOLAS Convention.

$1974$ SOLAS Convention

The international convention through which the International Safety Management (ISM) Code was formally integrated.

Safety Management System (SMS) Objective

To manage safety risks in operations and enhance crew effectiveness.

ISM Acronym

Stands for International Safety Management.

Risk Handling Strategy

Reducing the potential risk impacts and taking appropriate measures to minimize exposure.

Qualitative Risk Assessment Basis

Primarily based on subjective evaluations and judgment rather than complex statistical analysis.

Quantitative Risk Assessment

A type of risk assessment involving mathematical risk calculations.

Risk Assessment Step $1$

Hazard identification.

Risk Assessment Step $2$

Estimating the risk.

Risk Assessment Step $3$

Controlling serious risks.

Risk Assessment Step $4$

Risk monitoring.

Formal Risk Assessment

A team-based process with documented procedures.

ALARP

Stands for As Low As Reasonably Practicable in the context of risk management.

Pipe Spray Shields

Installed on pipes carrying flammable liquids to prevent fire hazards from spraying fuel.

Pitting Indicator

The presence of small rusty points on the exterior of stainless steel piping.

Temporary Pipe Repair

A method using a length of rubber hose secured with clamps.

Non-Permanent Piping Fix

Reinforced clamps, permanent rubber solutions, and welded doublers are not acceptable as permanent fixes.

High-Pressure Steam Hazards

Primary hazards include blast, flying debris, and scalding from released steam.

Slip and Trip Prevention

A practice involving keeping decks clear, securing loose equipment, and ensuring proper lighting.

Portable Ladder Safeguard

Ensure the ladder rests on a firm base, is secured, and is climbed with both hands free.

Dangerous Chemical Precaution

Use appropriate respirators or breathing apparatus as required when handling chemicals or paints.

Fire Discovery Response

Raise the alarm immediately and use a portable extinguisher if possible.

Refrigerated Stores Care

Ensure someone knows you are entering and secure the door when handling stores.

Foam Extinguisher Restriction

Should be avoided on live electrical equipment fires.

Water Extinguisher Use

Should be avoided on electrical fires except those with non-live electricals.

Galley Grease Fire Response

Smother with a lid or fire blanket and turn off the heat source.

Formal Safety Assessment (FSA) Definition Source

The International Maritime Organization (IMO).

Risk Estimator Matrix

A tool used on ships to visualize and compare the severity and likelihood of hazards.

Carcinogens and Mutagens Risk

Respiratory damage.

Carcinogens and Mutagens Control Measures

Use of a respirator and gloves.

Refrigerated Machinery Hazard

Cold work exposure.

Refrigerated Machinery Control Measures

P.P.E. including warm cloths and gloves.

Pneumatic Power Tools Risk

Bodily damage.

Pneumatic Power Tools Control Measures

Use of a guard shield and a spotter.

High-Pressure Hydraulic System Risk

Eye damage and explosion.

High-Pressure Hydraulic System Control Measures

Control valves and lock out tag out.

Electrical Circuit Board Risk

Shock and death.

Electrical Circuit Board Control Measures

Proper P.P.E.

$1994$ SOLAS Convention date

A year mentioned in relation to the integration of the ISM Code.

Semi-Quantitative Risk Assessment

A specific type of risk assessment mentioned along with qualitative and quantitative types.

Master's Section $5$ Authority

The specific section of the ISM code giving the Master overriding authority on safety.

DPA Responsibility Section

Section $4$ of the ISM code describes the Designated Person Ashore.

ISM Section $10$ Equipment

Focuses on the maintenance and testing of shipboard equipment.

ISM Section $11$ Focus

Focuses on documentation and the requirement for it to be controlled and available.

SOLAS Cargo Ships Threshold

Cargo ships of $500\,\text{tons}$ or more are classified under SOLAS.

Hazard of Entrapment

Increases the risk of asphyxiation in confined spaces.

Confined Space Ventilation Duration

Ventilation must be stopped $10\,\text{minutes}$ prior to gas testing.

Written Safety Control

The purpose of a permit-to-work system for hazardous entries.

Explosive Space Lighting

Intrinsically safe lighting is required for areas with explosion risks.

Tool Condition Requirement

Hand tools must be in good, working condition and the correct size for the job.

Maritime Trade Regulations vs Safety

ISM focuses on safety at sea and environment protection rather than just trade regulations.

Autonomy in Safety Decisions

The ability of the Master to make immediate safety decisions without office approval.

Monitoring Vessels

The core task of the Designated Person Ashore (DPA).

Uncontrolled Documentation

A condition specifically rejected by ISM Section $11$ for ship records.

Recreational Boat Classification

Usually excluded from the standard Passenger/Cargo SOLAS classifications for international voyages.

Crew Communication Channels

Structured paths required by the SMS for reporting incidents.

Resources and Personnel SMS Role

Outlines the necessary training and qualifications for the crew.

Non-Conformity Reporting

The required action when a crew member notices operations not following standards.

ISM Code Date of Integration

Officially integrated via the 1974 SOLAS convention.

Risk Assessment Type distractor

Formal risk assessment is mentioned, while random assessment is not a valid type.

Subjective Risk Evaluations

The primary component of qualitative risk assessment.

Step $2$ of risk assessment process

Estimating the risk level based on hazards identified.

ALARP Context

Refers to reducing risk to a level that is as low as reasonably practicable.

Prevention of Fuel Spray Hazards

Ensured by installing spray shields on pipes for flammable liquids.

Stainless Steel Pipe Pitting

Identified by small rusty points on the exterior surface.

Leaky Pipe Temporary Methods

Commonly involves using rubber hoses and clamps for a non-permanent seal.

Permanent Pipe Repair Status

Welded doublers and reinforced clamps are categorized as non-permanent.

Scalding Hazard

A primary risk from high-pressure steam release in the power plant.

Congested Zones and Safety

Traffic should not be rerouted to congested zones to prevent slips and trips.

Loose Equipment Safety

Securing loose equipment is a primary method for preventing trips on deck.

Ladder Climbing Technique

Maintain both hands free while climbing for safety.

Chemical Respiratory Protection

Required when handling paints or dangerous chemicals.

Grease Fire Water Rule

Water is unsuitable for grease fires; smothering is the correct response.

Live Electrical Fire Extinguishing

Forbidden to use foam; CO2 is a standard alternative.

Formal Safety Assessment (FSA) organization

Defined by the IMO (International Maritime Organization).

Risk severity and likelihood comparison

The primary function of a risk estimator matrix.

LOTO for Hydraulic Systems

Lock out tag out is an essential control measure for high pressure hydraulic repairs.