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OICEW-5-3C

Respond to boiler low water alarm

Function: Marine engineering at the operational level

Competence Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency Task

Operate main and auxiliary machinery and associated control systems

A4.3 Preparation, operation, fault detection and necessary measures to prevent damage for the following machinery items and control systems:

  1. main engine and associated auxiliaries
  2. steam boiler and associated auxiliaries and steam systems
  3. auxiliary prime movers and associated systems
  4. other auxiliaries, including refrigeration, air-conditioning and ventilation systems

Respond to boiler low water alarm

Assessed in: EN-3233 Steam and Gas Turbines

Condition

In an approved simulator or aboard a ship in port or at anchor, given access to a main or auxiliary boiler.

Behavior

Plan for and respond to a boiler low water alarm, describing actions as they are being performed.

Standard

  1. Plan reflects proper sequence of actions, is complete, and conforms to the requirements of manufacturer’s instructions and ship’s procedures;
  2. Response to low water alarm is timely, effective and conducted according to plan;
  3. Actions taken are correctly and completely described;
  4. Required steps taken are verified by assessor utilizing sample checklist as a guide;
  5. No safety violations are observed.