RFPEW Task 1.1.D
Monitor compressed air plant
MMA Method
In order to satisfy NVIC 07-14 Task 1.1.D , MMA students must:
- Successfully complete MMA Assessment OICEW-4-1D Monitor engineering machinery
NVIC Method
See NVIC method.
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Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency |
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Carry out a watch routine appropriate to the duties of a rating forming part of an engine-room watch.
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RFPEW-A1.2 Engine-room watchkeeping procedures
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On a vessel, on a simulator, or in a laboratory,
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the candidate monitors the compressed air plant.
All
The assessment applies to all RFPEW endorsements.
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The candidate:
- Checks plant’s operational status;
- Checks applicable start, service, and control air compressor oil levels and adds oil as necessary;
- Checks applicable start, service, and control air compressor oil pressures;
- Checks applicable start, service, and control air-compressor suction pressure or air-inlet filter pressure differential indications as appropriate;
- Checks applicable start, service, and control air-compressor discharge pressures and compressed-air receiver pressures;
- Checks for any unusual conditions or noises;
- Blows down intercoolers, after coolers, and receivers, checks associated refrigerated filter system and look for clogged cooling fins;
- Notifies the watch engineer of any unusual or unsafe conditions;
- Identifies emergency cross-connect between ship’s service air and control air systems;
- Identifies valves to direct “air on deck”;
- Identifies settings of standby equipment; and
- Takes proper action to prevent safety and pollution violations.
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