- With reference to Classification Society surveys, describe the purpose of EACH of the following:
(a) Annual Surveys;(3)
(b) Docking Surveys;(3)
(c) Special Surveys.(4)
CHIEF ENGINEER Unit 12 Classification Q1
- With reference to the classification of a vessel:
(a) describe how the continuous survey of machinery may be applied, stating the time interval over which the surveys take place;
(4)
(b) list SIX types of machinery that would be inspected during a continuous survey of machinery.(6)
CHIEF ENGINEER Unit 12 Classification Q2
- With reference to the classification of a vessel:
(a) list SIX items that would be inspected during a special hull survey;(3)
(b) describe how a continuous hull survey could be applied.(7)
CHIEF ENGINEER Unit 12 Classification Q3
- With reference to the classification survey of a vessel in dry dock:
(a) list EIGHT separate items of the hull and associated equipment that would be examined by the surveyor;(4)
(b) describe TWO ways in which the thickness of a steel hull may be determined.(6)
CHIEF ENGINEER Unit 12 Classification Q4
- (a) Define a Classification Society.(6)
(b) State the periods between docking surveys for a vessel less than 15 years old.(4)
CHIEF ENGINEER Unit 12 Classification Q5
- Explain the procedures carried out by a Classification Society for a new vessel to be built to class rules, and the class certificate being issued.(10)