Урок 31: Техніка безпеки у машинному відділенні

Тема: Основні обов’язки суднового моториста

Урок: Техніка безпеки у машинному відділенні

Safety techniques in the engineroom.

Listen to the text about the personal safety on a bord of a ship.

Watch the text with the voice. Then, you will be able to read it part by part and answer questions to grasp the general impression of the text and its parts. 

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Definitions with the examples

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Engineer: "Have you familiarized yourself with the new safety manual?"

Crew Member: "Yes, we all need to __________ with the updated procedures to ensure everyone’s health in the engine room."

a) Comply

b) Fire hazards

c) Safety concerns

d) Garbage can

Correct answer: a) Comply

Explanation: The crew needs to comply with the updated procedures to ensure everyone’s health in the engine room. This means they need to follow the rules and guidelines set out in the safety manual.

Engineer: "Are you aware of the potential risks that oily rags pose to the health of the crew in the engine room?"

Crew Member: "Yes, the crew must be aware of the __________ in the engine room and take necessary precautions."

a) Comply

b) Fire hazards

c) Safety concerns

d) Garbage can

Correct answer: b) Fire hazards

Explanation: Oily rags can be a fire hazard in the engine room. They can ignite easily and cause a fire, which can be dangerous for the crew and the ship.

Engineer: "Are there any health-related issues or problems that could affect the proper functioning of the machinery in the engine room?"

Crew Member: "Yes, the chief engineer must address the __________ in the engine room to avoid any accidents or mishaps."

a) Comply

b) Fire hazards

c) Safety concerns

d) Garbage can

Correct answer: c) Safety concerns

Explanation: The chief engineer must address any safety concerns in the engine room to avoid accidents or mishaps. This includes any issues or problems related to the health of the crew and the proper functioning of the machinery.

Engineer: "What is the proper disposal method for oily rags in the engine room?"

Crew Member: "The crew must dispose of the oily rags in the designated __________ in the engine room."

a) Comply

b) Fire hazards

c) Safety concerns

d) Garbage can

Correct answer: d) Garbage can

Explanation: Oily rags should be disposed of in a designated garbage can. This helps to keep the engine room clean and reduces the risk of fire.

Engineer: "What material is used to insulate the engine room from extreme temperatures, noise, or other external factors?"

Crew Member: "The __________ in the engine room must be regularly checked to ensure it is in good condition."

a) Comply

b) Fire hazards

c) Safety concerns

d) Insulate

Correct answer: d) Insulate

Explanation: The insulation in the engine room must be regularly checked to ensure it is in good condition. Insulation is used to protect the engine room from extreme temperatures, noise, and other external factors.

Engineer: "What are the risks of electric shock in the engine room that could fatally injure crew members?"

Crew Member: "The risk of __________ in the engine room due to high voltage electrical equipment or wiring can be prevented by proper training."

a) Comply

b) Fire hazards

c) Safety concerns

d) Electrocution

Correct answer: d) Electrocution

Explanation: The risk of electrocution in the engine room can be prevented by proper training. High voltage electrical equipment or wiring can cause electric shock, which can be fatal.

Engineer: "What are the potential risks or hazards associated with high voltage electrical equipment in the engine room?"

Crew Member: "The crew must be aware of the __________ in the engine room and follow safety procedures to prevent accidents."

a) Comply

b) Dangers of high voltage

c) Safety concerns

d) Garbage can

Correct answer: b) Dangers of high voltage

Explanation: The crew must be aware of the dangers of high voltage in the engine room. High voltage electrical equipment can pose a risk to the crew if not handled properly.

Engineer: "Do you know where the emergency evacuation shaft or opening is located in the engine room?"

Crew Member: "Yes, the crew must know the location of the __________ in the engine room in case of an emergency."

a) Comply

b) Fire hazards

c) Safety concerns

d) Escape trunk

Correct answer: d) Escape trunk

Explanation: The escape trunk is a vertical shaft or opening in the engine room used for emergency evacuation or escape. The crew must know its location in case of an emergency.

Engineer: "What is the designated path for emergency evacuation in the engine room?"

Crew Member: "The chief engineer must ensure that there are clear and accessible __________ in the engine room for the crew in case of an emergency."

a) Comply

b) Fire hazards

c) Safety concerns

d) Escape routes

Correct answer: d) Escape routes

Explanation: The chief engineer must ensure that there are clear and accessible escape routes in the engine room for the crew in case of an emergency. These routes provide a path for the crew to evacuate the engine room quickly and safely.

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Listen to phrasal verbs with Ukrainian definitions in the texts 'Safety Measures and Maintenance in the Engine Room' and 'Emergency Preparedness and Response in the Engine Room.' Complete the fill-in-the-blank exercises. 

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Engine Room Safety: Maintenance, Emergency Preparedness, and Response Procedures 

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It’s crucial to identify potential threats in the engine room to ensure the safety of the crew and the smooth operation of the ship. Regular inspections should be conducted to monitor the engine room for any signs of danger. Any identified threats or dangers should be addressed promptly to mitigate dangers in the engine room. This includes repairing any malfunctioning equipment or machinery in the engine room to prevent accidents.

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2. Emergency Preparedness and Response in the Engine Room

In addition to identifying and mitigating dangers, it’s important to respond quickly to any threats or dangers in the engine room. This involves training crew members on how to handle emergencies in the engine room. Furthermore, all equipment should be secured to prevent accidents in the engine room. Lastly, it’s essential to establish emergency protocols for dealing with any threats or dangers in the engine room. This ensures a systematic and effective response during emergencies.

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SAFE WORKING PRACTICES IN SHIP'S ENGINE ROOM

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Seafarers must be properly trained and equipped to comply with relevant standards. There are many risks, hazard, threats and dangers in ship's engine room. Here are top ten maritime safety concerns for the machinery space.

небезпеки

4. dangers - небезпеки

ризики

1 Garbage 

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Question 1:

Why is it essential for seafarers to be properly trained and equipped?

a) To increase the workload

b) To comply with irrelevant standards

c) To enhance safety and compliance with relevant standards

d) To promote hazards in the engine room

Correct answer: c) To enhance safety and compliance with relevant standards

Explanation: Seafarers need proper training and equipment to enhance safety and ensure compliance with relevant maritime standards, reducing the risks and dangers in the ship's engine room.

Question 2:

What is emphasized as a top priority in the machinery space according to the text?

a) Igniting fire hazards

b) Overflow of oily rags

c) Compliance with irrelevant standards

d) Addressing maritime safety concerns

Correct answer: d) Addressing maritime safety concerns

Explanation: The text highlights the importance of addressing the top ten maritime safety concerns in the machinery space, making it a top priority for seafarers.

Question 3:

What is the primary focus of seafarers' training and equipment according to the text?

a) Enhancing workload

b) Complying with irrelevant standards

c) Ensuring safety and compliance with relevant standards

d) Promoting hazards in the engine room

Correct answer: c) Ensuring safety and compliance with relevant standards

Explanation: The text emphasizes that seafarers' training and equipment are essential to ensuring safety and compliance with relevant maritime standards in the engine room.

Question 4:

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a concern in the ship's engine room?

a) Risks

b) Hazards

c) Overflow of oily rags

d) Compliance with irrelevant standards

Correct answer: d) Compliance with irrelevant standards

Explanation: The text mentions risks, hazards, and concerns such as the overflow of oily rags but does not highlight compliance with irrelevant standards as a concern in the ship's engine room.

1. Garbage – There can be a lot of waste produced in an engine room, and all too often there is a garbage can overflowing with oily rags, and these can find themselves near a hot running engine. Oily rags are a well-known fire hazard whereby the substances on the rags can ignite due to an exothermic reaction from the nearby hot engine, causing a fire. So housekeeping is of the utmost importance.

1. Сміття - в машинному відділенні може утворюватися багато відходів, там досить часто знаходиться смітник, який може бути переповнений замащеним ганчір'ям, та ще й біля гарячого працюючого двигуна. Як відомо, замащені ганчірки - становлять небезпеку пожежі, завдяки мастилу вони можуть спалахувати внаслідок екзотермічної реакції від гарячого працюючого двигуна поруч та спричити пожежу. Отже, прибирання надзвичайно важливе.

oily rags ...

4. all of the above

substances on the flamable rags can be ...

Question 1:

What is the primary concern associated with a garbage can overflowing with oily rags near a hot running engine?

a) Increased ventilation
b) Enhanced engine efficiency
c) Fire hazard
d) Improved housekeeping

Correct answer: c) Fire hazard

Explanation: The text highlights that a garbage can overflowing with oily rags near a hot running engine poses a significant fire hazard due to the potential ignition of substances on the rags.

Question 2:

Why is housekeeping emphasized as of the utmost importance in the engine room?

a) To enhance the aesthetic appeal
b) To meet regulatory standards
c) To prevent potential fire hazards
d) To reduce engine maintenance costs

Correct answer: c) To prevent potential fire hazards

Explanation: Housekeeping is stressed as of the utmost importance in the engine room to prevent potential fire hazards associated with an overflowing garbage can containing oily rags near a hot running engine.

2 Working at height

Work at Height - Work that takes place at an elevated position, typically above ground level. This can include tasks performed on ladders, scaffolding, rooftops, or other elevated surfaces.

Missing or Damaged Sections of Handrail - Refers to the absence or impairment of the protective barrier (handrail) designed to prevent people from falling off elevated platforms or structures. This poses a safety concern and requires prompt repair or replacement to maintain a secure environment. 

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 work at height /wɜːk ət haɪt/  - працювати на висоті

missing or damaged sections of handrail /ˈmɪsɪŋ ɔː ˈdæmɪdʒd ˈsɛkʃənz əv ˈhændreɪl/  - відсутня або пошкоджена ділянка поручнів

2. Working at height – Often engineers may not think of themselves as working at height, but a machinery space can be a significant height, and so any missing or damaged sections of handrail, or chains left hanging can be extremely dangerous. Such thoughtless, simple and careless acts as leaving the chain unhooked is a fall hazard for anyone passing. 

2. Роботи на висоті - Часто механіки забувають, коли працюють на висоті навіть на досить високих майданчиках, тому у випадках з відсутніми або з пошкодженими ділянками поручнів або звисаючими ланцюгами, робота може бути небезпечною. Такі бездумні, прості та необережні дії, як залишення ланцюга незачепленим, можуть призвести до падіння на тих, хто проходить повз.

working at height can be extremely dangerous 

пошкоджені частини поручнів

2. damaged sections of handrail

Question 1:

Why is it crucial to address missing or damaged sections of handrails in a machinery space?

a) Aesthetic improvement
b) Enhanced equipment efficiency
c) Prevention of safety risks and fall hazards
d) Increased ventilation

Correct answer: c) Prevention of safety risks and fall hazards

Explanation: The text emphasizes that missing or damaged handrail sections can pose safety risks and fall hazards, making it crucial to address such issues.

Question 2:

What is identified as a fall hazard in the machinery space?

a) Enhanced safety protocols
b) Routine inspections
c) Leaving chains unhooked
d) Meticulous organization of equipment

Correct answer: c) Leaving chains unhooked

Explanation: The text points out that leaving chains unhooked is a thoughtless and careless act that constitutes a fall hazard for anyone passing through the machinery space.

3 Safe Working Loads 

Pieces of Equipment or Spares:

Definition: Tools, machinery, or replacement parts kept in reserve for maintenance or as backups to replace items that may malfunction or wear out.

Loads on Chain Blocks:

Definition: The weight or force applied to a lifting mechanism, specifically chain blocks. It encompasses the objects or materials being lifted using the block and tackle system.

Lift:

Definition: The act of raising or moving something, often referring to vertically moving objects or transporting people between different levels using an elevator.

Exceed the Safe Working Load:

Definition: Occurs when the weight or force applied to a structure, equipment, or lifting device surpasses the predetermined maximum load it is designed to handle safely. This can lead to structural failure or equipment damage and poses a significant safety risk.

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3. Safe Working Loads – There can be many heavy lifts in the engine room, large pieces of equipment or spares being moved into position or taken out of the machinery space. It can be all too common for loads on chain blocks to exceed the safe working load, which may result in the catastrophic failure of the equipment and injury to the crew. 

3. Безпечні робочі вантажі - У машинному відділенні може бути багато важких підйомників, великі одиниці обладнання або запчастини монтуються на місце або демонтуються в машинному відділенні. Одне з поширених явищ, це коли навантаження на ланцюгові блоки перевищує безпечне робоче навантаження, що може призвести до катастрофічної несправності обладнання та травмування екіпажу.

to exceed the safe working load

loads can hang ...

3. on chain blocks

Question 1:

Why is it crucial to follow safe working loads in the engine room?

a) To expedite equipment movements
b) To comply with irrelevant guidelines
c) To prevent catastrophic failure and protect the crew
d) To enhance crew training programs

Correct answer: c) To prevent catastrophic failure and protect the crew

Explanation: Following safe working loads is critical to prevent catastrophic equipment failure and ensure the safety of the crew working in the engine room.

Question 2:

What is the potential consequence of loads on chain blocks exceeding the safe working load?

a) Improved equipment efficiency
b) Enhanced crew training
c) Catastrophic failure of equipment and crew injury
d) Increased ventilation in the engine room

Correct answer: c) Catastrophic failure of equipment and crew injury

Explanation: Exceeding safe working loads on chain blocks may result in catastrophic equipment failure and pose a risk of injury to the crew, underscoring the importance of load management.

 4 Bilge and Tank Alarms

There can be instances:

British Definition: Refers to situations or occurrences that may happen. It implies the possibility of specific events or circumstances taking place.

Blocked alarms:

British Definition: Describes a condition where alarms, which are typically warning devices, are obstructed or prevented from functioning correctly. This may hinder their ability to signal warnings or alerts.

Remove a bulb:

British Definition: Involves taking out a light bulb from its socket or fixture. This action is commonly performed for replacement, maintenance, or addressing issues with the lighting equipment.

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there can be instances /ðɛə kæn bi ˈɪnstənsɪz/  - можуть бути випадки

blocked alarms- /blɒkt əˈlɑːmz/ - відключена сигналізація 

remove a bulb /rɪˈmuːv ə bʌlb/  - викрутити лампочку

4. Bilge and Tank Alarms – When bad things happen in the engine room there can be little time to act, so alarms are hugely important. Unfortunately, especially on older vessels, there can often be instances when alarms have been blocked, or lights with bulbs removed. There can be an assumption that all is well. However, alarms are there for a reason and need to be activated and working. 

4. Сигналізація трюмів і баків - Коли в машинному відділенні трапляються непередбачувані ситуації, часу на дії може залишитися небагато, тому засоби сигналізації мають особливо важливу роль. На жаль, особливо на старих суднах, часто бувають випадки, коли засоби сигналізації відключаються як то знімається світлова сигналізація. Можливо так простіше. Але ж сигналізацію навіщось установлювали, а значить вона має спрацьовувати та сигналізувати. 

Question 1:

Why are alarms considered crucial in the engine room?

a) To enhance the aesthetic appeal
b) To create a sense of urgency among the crew
c) To improve equipment efficiency
d) To provide timely alerts and facilitate quick actions

Correct answer: d) To provide timely alerts and facilitate quick actions

Explanation: Alarms in the engine room serve the critical purpose of providing timely alerts, enabling the crew to take quick actions in response to potential issues.

Question 2:

What can be a challenge, especially on older vessels, regarding alarms?

a) Enhanced reliability
b) Frequent upgrades
c) Instances of blocked alarms or removed bulbs
d) Efficient equipment maintenance

Correct answer: c) Instances of blocked alarms or removed bulbs

Explanation: On older vessels, a challenge can be instances where alarms are blocked or lights with bulbs removed, potentially leading to a false assumption that all is well in the engine room.

Question 3:

What is the potential consequence of assuming that all is well with alarms that have been blocked or lights with bulbs removed?

a) Improved equipment efficiency
b) Enhanced crew morale
c) Timely response to engine room issues
d) Increased risk due to delayed awareness

Correct answer: d) Increased risk due to delayed awareness

Explanation: Assuming all is well with blocked alarms or removed bulbs can increase the risk as it leads to delayed awareness of potential issues, emphasizing the importance of maintaining and activating alarms.

Question 4:

Why do alarms need to be activated and working in the engine room?

a) To create a calming atmosphere
b) To facilitate routine inspections
c) To comply with aesthetic standards
d) To fulfill their purpose of providing alerts during emergencies

Correct answer: d) To fulfill their purpose of providing alerts during emergencies

Explanation: Alarms in the engine room need to be activated and working to fulfill their primary purpose of providing alerts during emergencies, ensuring the safety and quick response of the crew.

5 Insulation 

Hot:

Definition: Having a high temperature; capable of causing burns or discomfort due to heat.

Equipment and Piping:

Definition: Refers to machinery and the network of pipes used in various industrial processes or systems.

Insulation:

Definition: Material or layer that reduces or prevents the transmission of heat, electricity, or sound.

Component of Safety:

Definition: An integral part or element contributing to the overall safety of a system, process, or environment.

Ignition:

Definition: The process of initiating combustion or the act of starting a fire. In the context of engines, it refers to the start of the combustion process in the engine.

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5. Insulation – There are many extremely hot pieces of equipment and piping in the engine room, and insulation is a vital component of safety. It can protect people from coming into contact with hot spots, and it can also reduce the dangers of ignition where other pieces of equipment or items may come into contact. 

5. Ізоляція - У машинному відділенні працює багато сильно розігрітого обладнання та трубопроводів, тому ізоляція являється життєво важливою складовою безпеки. Вона може захистити людей від контакту з гарячими елементами, а також зменшити небезпеку займання, особливо в місцях де інші види обладнання або речі знаходяться занадто близько.

Question 1:

What is the primary role of insulation in the engine room?

a) To enhance crew communication
b) To improve equipment aesthetics
c) To protect people from hot spots and reduce ignition dangers
d) To increase the speed of equipment operations

Correct answer: c) To protect people from hot spots and reduce ignition dangers

Explanation: The primary role of insulation in the engine room is to protect individuals from hot spots and reduce the dangers of ignition, ensuring safety.

Question 2:

Why is insulation considered a vital component of safety in the engine room?

a) To enhance the aesthetic appeal of equipment
b) To reduce equipment maintenance costs
c) To protect individuals from hot surfaces and prevent ignition dangers
d) To increase the lifespan of piping systems

Correct answer: c) To protect individuals from hot surfaces and prevent ignition dangers

Explanation: Insulation is vital in the engine room to protect individuals from hot surfaces and prevent the dangers of ignition, contributing to overall safety.

Question 3:

What is one of the dangers that insulation in the engine room aims to reduce?

a) Enhanced crew communication
b) Increased risk of equipment malfunction
c) Dangers of ignition from contact with hot surfaces
d) Aesthetically pleasing equipment

Correct answer: c) Dangers of ignition from contact with hot surfaces

Explanation: Insulation in the engine room aims to reduce the dangers of ignition that may arise from contact with hot surfaces, prioritizing safety.

Question 4:

How does insulation contribute to safety in the engine room?

a) By increasing the speed of equipment operations
b) By reducing crew training requirements
c) By protecting individuals from hot spots and minimizing ignition risks
d) By enhancing the visual appeal of equipment

Correct answer: c) By protecting individuals from hot spots and minimizing ignition risks

Explanation: Insulation contributes to safety in the engine room by protecting individuals from hot spots and minimizing the risks of ignition, promoting a secure working environment.

6 Wiring and electricity 

Electrocution:

British Definition: The severe injury or fatality caused by electric shock, typically resulting from contact with a high-voltage electrical source.

Insulation Matting:

British Definition: Refers to materials placed on the floor to provide insulation and protection against electric shock. These mats are commonly used in environments where there is a risk of electrical hazards.

Dangers of High Voltage:

British Definition: Highlights the potential hazards associated with elevated levels of electrical potential, emphasizing the risks of working with or being exposed to high-voltage systems.

Clearly Marked:

British Definition: Describes objects or areas that have distinct and easily visible indications or labels, ensuring that information or warnings are readily apparent.

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6. Wiring and electricity – The dangers of high voltage are clearly marked around an engine room, but that does not always mean that the right actions are taken. Inspectors often report fuse boxes being left open with exposed wires. There is a real danger of electrocution if wires are left exposed, so these need to be insulated and where necessary electrical switchboards should always be properly closed, and insulation matting provided and in place. 

6. Електропроводка та електрика - Небезпечні ділянки під високою напругою чітко позначені в машинному відділенні, але це не завжди означає, що на них звертають увагу. Інспектори часто повідомляють, про залишені відкритими коробки запобіжників з оголеними проводами. Якщо дроти залишаються оголеними, існує реальна небезпека ураження електричним струмом, тому їх потрібно ізолювати, а електричні розподільні щитки, завжди належним чином закривати, також потрібно використовувати струмоізоляційні коврики.

Question 1:

What is the primary danger associated with open fuse boxes and exposed wires in the engine room?

a) Enhanced equipment efficiency
b) Improved crew communication
c) Increased risk of electrocution
d) Aesthetically pleasing wiring

Correct answer: c) Increased risk of electrocution

Explanation: Open fuse boxes and exposed wires in the engine room pose a real danger of electrocution, emphasizing the importance of proper electrical safety measures.

Question 2:

Why is it crucial to have insulation matting provided and in place in the engine room?

a) To enhance crew comfort
b) To meet regulatory standards
c) To improve equipment aesthetics
d) To mitigate the risk of electrocution

Correct answer: d) To mitigate the risk of electrocution

Explanation: Insulation matting in the engine room is crucial to mitigate the risk of electrocution, providing a protective barrier for individuals working with electrical equipment.

Question 3:

What is the purpose of properly closing electrical switchboards in the engine room?

a) To increase the speed of equipment operations
b) To enhance crew morale
c) To meet aesthetic standards
d) To prevent electrical hazards and ensure safety

Correct answer: d) To prevent electrical hazards and ensure safety

Explanation: Properly closing electrical switchboards in the engine room is essential to prevent electrical hazards and ensure the safety of the crew.

Question 4:

What is a common issue reported by inspectors regarding wiring and electricity in the engine room?

a) Improved crew training
b) Fuse boxes being left open with exposed wires
c) Increased risk of equipment malfunction
d) Enhanced equipment aesthetics

Correct answer: b) Fuse boxes being left open with exposed wires

Explanation: Inspectors often report the issue of fuse boxes being left open with exposed wires in the engine room, highlighting a potential safety concern that needs addressing.

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7. Deck plates – In a distracting place, perhaps with some degree of slipperiness underfoot, and especially if a vessel is moving, then keeping footing can be a challenge. This is more so if there are any loose or missing floor plates. It is vital that anywhere people are meant to tread is safe and secure. Any missing, damaged or loose floor plating may result in a crew member falling into the bilge spaces below the plating, causing serious injury. 

7. Плити настила - В пробелмних місцях а особливо при дещо ковзкій підлозі, і особливо якщо судно рухається, втриматися на ногаг буде непросто. Ообливо небезпечно якщо підлогові плити щільно не прилягють одна до одної чи взагалі відсутні. Життєво важливо, щоб у будь-якому проході настил був безпечним та надійним. Пошкоджені або нещільно підігнані плити покриття підлоги можуть призвести до провалялювання в трюм під покриття та до отримання серйозних травм.

Question 1:

Why is maintaining secure footing on deck plates essential, especially in a distracting and potentially slippery environment?

a) To enhance crew aesthetics
b) To facilitate routine inspections
c) To meet regulatory standards
d) To prevent crew members from falling and causing injury

Correct answer: d) To prevent crew members from falling and causing injury

Explanation: Maintaining secure footing on deck plates is essential to prevent crew members from falling and causing injury, emphasizing the importance of safety measures.

Question 2:

What is the potential consequence of having loose or missing floor plates on deck?

a) Enhanced crew communication
b) Improved crew morale
c) Serious injury to a crew member falling into bilge spaces
d) Increased speed of equipment operations

Correct answer: c) Serious injury to a crew member falling into bilge spaces

Explanation: Loose or missing floor plates on deck may result in serious injury to a crew member falling into bilge spaces below, highlighting the significance of maintaining secure deck plates.

Question 3:

Why is it described as a challenge to maintain secure footing on deck plates?

a) To meet aesthetic standards
b) Due to distractions, potential slipperiness, and vessel movement
c) To expedite equipment movements
d) To enhance crew morale

Correct answer: b) Due to distractions, potential slipperiness, and vessel movement

Explanation: Maintaining secure footing on deck plates is described as a challenge due to distractions, potential slipperiness, and vessel movement, requiring careful attention to safety.

Question 4:

What is described as vital regarding areas where people are meant to tread?

a) Enhanced equipment efficiency
b) Meeting regulatory standards
c) Safety and security
d) Improving crew communication

Correct answer: c) Safety and security

Explanation: It is described as vital that areas where people are meant to tread are safe and secure, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing safety in these areas.

8 Lighting 

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8. Lighting – It is vital that engineers, and especially visitors to the machinery space are able to see where they are going or working. Lighting is hugely important, and it needs to be sufficiently bright, but without causing areas of excessive shadow in which dangers can lurk. Where lighting is improper, ill positioned or damaged, then this reduces the ability of the crew to work effectively and safely in the engine room. 

8. Освітлення - життєво-важливо, щоб механіки, і особливо відвідувачі машинного відділення, мали змогу бачити, куди вони йдуть або де працюють. Освітлення  надзвичайно важливе, має бути достатньо яскравим, без ділянок з надмірною тінню, адже небезпека може виникнути поряд. Неправильне, невірно розташоване або пошкоджене, освітлення погіршує можливість екіпажу ефективно та безпечно працювати в машинному відділенні.

Question 1:

Why is proper lighting described as vital for engineers and visitors in the machinery space?

a) To meet aesthetic standards
b) To enhance crew morale
c) To improve crew communication
d) To enable visibility for effective and safe work

Correct answer: d) To enable visibility for effective and safe work

Explanation: Proper lighting is vital to enable visibility for effective and safe work for engineers and visitors in the machinery space.

Question 2:

What is the potential consequence of lighting that is improper, ill-positioned, or damaged in the engine room?

a) Enhanced crew communication
b) Improved crew morale
c) Reduced ability of the crew to work effectively and safely
d) Increased speed of equipment operations

Correct answer: c) Reduced ability of the crew to work effectively and safely

Explanation: Improper, ill-positioned, or damaged lighting can lead to a reduced ability of the crew to work effectively and safely in the engine room.

Question 3:

Why is it important for lighting to be sufficiently bright in the engine room?

a) To meet regulatory standards
b) To expedite equipment movements
c) To enhance crew aesthetics
d) To ensure visibility without excessive shadows

Correct answer: d) To ensure visibility without excessive shadows

Explanation: Sufficiently bright lighting is important to ensure visibility without excessive shadows, preventing areas where dangers can lurk in the engine room.

Question 4:

What is one of the challenges posed by improper lighting in the engine room?

a) Meeting aesthetic standards
b) Enhanced crew communication
c) Reduced effectiveness and safety of crew work
d) Increased crew morale

Correct answer: c) Reduced effectiveness and safety of crew work

Explanation: Improper lighting in the engine room poses the challenge of reducing the effectiveness and safety of crew work, underscoring the importance of proper lighting.

9 Blocked escape routes

Escape Trunk:

Definition: A passage or compartment designed for emergency exit.

Not Illuminated:

Definition: Lacking light; not lit.

Hinder Safe Evacuation:

Definition: Obstructing the safe process of leaving an area during an emergency.

In an Emergency:

Definition: Pertaining to a sudden and urgent situation requiring immediate action.

Escape Routes:

Definition: Designated pathways or directions for safely leaving a location in an emergency.

Blocked Off:

Definition: Closed or obstructed, preventing passage or access.

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escape trunk /ɪˈskeɪp trʌŋk/ - евакуаційна шахта

not illuminated /nɒt ɪˈluːmɪneɪtɪd/ - неосвітлений

hinder safe evacuation /ˈhɪndə seɪf ɪˌvækjuˈeɪʃən/ - приховувати від ока безпечний шлях евакуації

in an emergency /ɪn ən ɪˈmɜːdʒənsi/ - на випадок надзвичайної ситуації

escape routes /ɪsˈkeɪp rəʊts/  - шляхи евакуації

blocked off /blɒkt ɒf/  - перегороджений, загороджений

9. Blocked escape routes – Incredibly surveyors and inspectors often report that escape routes are found to be impeded, or escape trunks not illuminated, which will obviously hinder safe evacuation in an emergency. 

9. Заблоковані шляхи евакуації - неймовірно, але перевіряючі та інспектори часто повідомляють, про заблоковані шляхи евакуації, чи про евакуаційні шахти без освітлення, цілком, очевидно до чого че може привести в разі виникнення надзвичайної ситуації де потрібна евакуація.

Question 1:

What potential impact can blocked escape routes have on safe evacuation in an emergency?

a) Enhanced crew communication
b) Improved crew morale
c) Hindered safe evacuation
d) Increased speed of equipment operations

Correct answer: c) Hindered safe evacuation

Explanation: Blocked escape routes can hinder safe evacuation in an emergency, emphasizing the importance of keeping escape routes clear.

Question 2:

Why is it crucial to ensure that escape trunks are illuminated?

a) To meet aesthetic standards
b) To expedite equipment movements
c) To enhance crew morale
d) To facilitate safe evacuation in emergencies

Correct answer: d) To facilitate safe evacuation in emergencies

Explanation: Illuminating escape trunks is crucial to facilitate safe evacuation in emergencies, ensuring visibility and guiding crew members to safety.

Question 3:

What is often reported by surveyors and inspectors regarding escape routes?

a) Enhanced crew communication
b) Blocked escape routes
c) Improved crew morale
d) Increased risk of equipment malfunction

Correct answer: b) Blocked escape routes

Explanation: Surveyors and inspectors often report that escape routes are found to be impeded, underscoring the importance of keeping these routes clear for safe evacuation.

Question 4:

What is the primary concern when escape routes are blocked or escape trunks are not illuminated?

a) Meeting regulatory standards
b) Reduced effectiveness and safety of crew work
c) Hindered safe evacuation in emergencies
d) Increased crew morale

Correct answer: c) Hindered safe evacuation in emergencies

Explanation: The primary concern when escape routes are blocked or escape trunks are not illuminated is the hindered safe evacuation in emergencies, highlighting the potential risks involved.

10 Doors Open

Escape Routes Blocked Off:

Definition: Pathways for emergency exit are obstructed or closed.

Fire Doors Being Tied:

Definition: Fire doors are fastened or secured, possibly hindering their function.

Wedged Open:

Definition: Something, like a door, is held in an open position by being wedged or blocked.

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escape routes blocked off /ɪsˈkeɪp ruːts blɒkt ɒf/ - перекриті евакуаційні шляхи

fire doors being tied /faɪə dɔːz ˈbiːɪŋ taɪd/  - завязані протоипожежні двері

wedged open /wɛdʒd ˈəʊpən/ - знятий з петель

Only a centimetre – an emergency exit hatch blocked by mooring ropes

10. Doors Open – Оften escape routes blocked off, locked or closed. Conversely, and just as dangerously, there are often reports of fire doors being tied, or even wedged open. While the most ironic use of fire extinguishers is to have them used to stop fire doors from shutting. 

10. Відкриті двері - Часто евакуаційні шляхи перекриті, заблоковані чи закриті. Не менш небезпечно коли протипожежні двері припнуті мотузкою чи навіть зняті з петель. А найбільш смішно, коли нимии підпирають протипожежні двері. 

Question 1:

Why is tying or wedging open fire doors considered dangerous?

a) To meet aesthetic standards
b) To expedite equipment movements
c) To enhance crew morale
d) To prevent the doors from serving their intended purpose in case of a fire

Correct answer: d) To prevent the doors from serving their intended purpose in case of a fire

Explanation: Tying or wedging open fire doors is dangerous as it prevents the doors from serving their intended purpose in case of a fire, compromising safety.

Question 2:

What is often reported as being tied or wedged open, posing a danger in the engine room?

a) Escape routes
b) Machinery equipment
c) Fire doors
d) Illuminated escape trunks

Correct answer: c) Fire doors

Explanation: Fire doors are often reported as being tied or wedged open, posing a danger in the engine room by compromising the effectiveness of these safety features.

Question 3:

What is considered an ironic use of fire extinguishers according to the text?

a) Enhanced crew communication
b) Using fire extinguishers to prevent doors from shutting
c) Improved crew morale
d) Increased speed of equipment operations

Correct answer: b) Using fire extinguishers to prevent doors from shutting

Explanation: The text describes the ironic use of fire extinguishers as having them used to prevent fire doors from shutting, which is not their intended purpose.

Question 4:

What is the consequence of having escape routes blocked off, locked, or closed?

a) Enhanced crew communication
b) Hindered safe evacuation
c) Improved crew morale
d) Increased risk of equipment malfunction

Correct answer: b) Hindered safe evacuation

Explanation: Having escape routes blocked off, locked, or closed can hinder safe evacuation, emphasizing the importance of keeping these routes accessible in case of emergencies.

References

Videotel. (May 31, 2019) Personal Safety on Board Ship Series: The Engine Room. Reference https://videotel.com