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When should you conduct a heat stress survey?
- @PHEL I-III + Watch 4hrs or less: When DB 100F or higher
- @PHEL I-III + Watch > 4 hrs: When DB 90F or higher
- @PHEL IV-VI: When DB 85F or higher
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When else should you conduct a heat stress survey?
- In spaces where heat injury occurs
- Prior to conducting engineering casualty control drills exceeding 3 hours
- In any space where the CO determines heat stress may occur
- As required for follow-on surveys
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When should you conduct a follow-on heat stress survey?
- Where WB/DB temperatures are not recorded every hour: At the end of the current manned watch or as required by the previous survey
- Where WB/DB temperatures are recorded every hour: Only required if DB increases by 5F and/or WB increases by 3F
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What is PHEL?
Physiological Heat Exposure Limit
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Zone Inspections
- Owned by CO, executed by DH's
- All ship spaces should be included and visually inspected once per quarter
- Reference: COMNAVSURFORINST 3120.1
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Types of Quality Training
- Operational: Evolutions and Drills, Walkthrough/Talkthrough, OBT
- Administrative: Classroom Training & LOK's
- Training Recommended at least twice a week for ENG
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Purpose of Evolutions
- Training targeted specifically to minimize operator error that results in engineering casualties
- First step in casualty prevention
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Missing Valve Label during an evolution
- If watchstander knows system and can identify valve based on EOP label diagram: Place temporary label, complete evolution, report discrepancy to EOOW after evolution
- If watchstander cannot identify valve: Report to EOOW and correct discrepancy before continuing evolution
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Evolution Categories
- Routine: Every CONDIII watcstahnder required to complete in assessment mode every 90 days graded "effective"
- Infrequent: Every CONDIII watchstander required to complete in assessment mode every 180 days graded "effective"
- MLOC: Conduct as required
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Spec is out of parameters during evolution
Must report to EOOW immediately or evolution is downed
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Drill Categories
- I (High-Risk/Most Frequent): Complete quarterly/90 days
- II (Moderate Risk/Frequent): Complete sem-annually/180 days
- III (Low Risk/Infrequent): Complete annually
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ETT Safe to Train Criteria (EDORM 3-4-5)
- Systems are aligned in order to facilitate planned evolutions
- Bilges, drip pans, decks dry and free of oil/debris
- Deck plates, handrails, ladders, ladder treads are in place/secure
- Flange shields/strainer spray covers are in place and properly attached
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ETT Safe to Train Criteria Part II
(EDORM 3-4-5)
- All DC equipment in place and ready
- All valve hand wheels installed, properly attached, all remote operators are connected
- All security locks, lock wire seals, locking devices in place
- All fire hazards removed from engineering spaces, all equipment not in use stowed
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ETT Safe to Train Criteria Part III (EDORM 3-4-5)
- All gauges in place, properly mounted, not overdue for cal
- All safety/relief valves properly set and within periodicity
- All IC power panels and alarm panels are energized and tested
- Inspect escape trunks for proper markings/debrits/functional access doors
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CO Approvals (EDORM 3-3-1)
- Commencing main propulsion startup/light-off procedure
- Use of battle override feature of GT control system, if other than as stated in CO Battle Orders/RMD/PMS
- Recommencing equipment operation after suspected tampering is discovered
- Optesting of main engines
- Bypassing of interlocks or safety devices on any systems
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CO Approvals II
- Any deviation from EOSS (excludes Battle Orders, RMD, TSO)
- Changes to standard operating procedures where no EOSS available
- Onloading/Offloading fuel/lube oil
- Entering any tanks/voids
- Setting or securing from RMD unless as specified in the standing orders
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Bearing Log Minimum Info
- Journal Bearing Clearances: Line Shaft Bearings
- Thrust Bearing Clearances: MRG
- Bridge or Micrometer depth gauge readings & constants: Main Engine Turbine Bearings
- Other measurements/condition which deviate from original or normal readings
- Departure from Specification (DFS/NAVSEA waivers)
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Bearing Log Contents
- Ship's Name, Bearing Number
- Date bearing was installed
- Installed Clearance (IC)
- Maximum Allowable Reading (Replacement Clearance)
- Depth Constant (DC)
- Micrometer Reading (MR)
- Wear (W) = MR - DC
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EOOW Function
Responsible for the safe and proper operation of ship's engineering plant and watchteam
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EOOW Duties & Responsibilities
- Ensure all orders received from OOD are promptly acknowledged/executed
- Advise OOD & CHENG when modification of plant configuration is considered appropriate
- Promptly correct hazardous conditions in the plant and report actions to OOD as soon as practical to the CHENG
- Ensure all Engineering Watchstanders are alert and use all available time to train
- Ensure Tagout Log is maintained properly
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More EOOW Duties & Responsibilities
- Monitor quality and regulation of Combat Systems support systems (chill water, dry air, 400 Hz)
- Direct lighting off/securing of plant IAW applicable EOSS and CHENG Light Off Orders
- Coordinate with CHENG and DCA to keep ship properly trimmed
- Ensure Engineering Log/Engineer's Bell Book and prescribed operating records are properly kept IAW guiding instructions
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Lock vs Locking Device
- Lock prevents entry or manipulation by a device requiring external key or combination
- Locking Device prevents inadvertent manipulation
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Equipment requiring locks
- L/O storage tanks
- MRG reduction gear access covers (to include dehumidifer & vent fog precipitator)
- GT Module Access doors when in-port and secured (excludes standby generator)
- Potable/Feed Water Sounding Tubes
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Equipment Requiring locking device
- Line shaft bearing access covers
- MRG sight flow indicators
- Main L/O pump suction & discharge cutout valves
- CHT system vent valves
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Space Security
- All Main & Aux Machinery Spaces must be visited every 60 mins if not locked
- Must be locked or manned at all times, I/P or U/W
- All Accesses must be locked from outside
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When is it ok to deviate from EOSS?
- When it is determined that adherence to EOSS may endanger personnel or damage equipment
- When EOSS does not match actual configuration of propulsion plant
- When a component or system becomes inoperative or a TYCOM deviation from specifications is issued
- To adhere to provisions of ISE & Class Advisory Messages
- When ship is operating in a restricted maneuvering situation
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EOSS Feedback Reports
- Either Urgent or Routine
- Urgent requires a message
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EOSS Routine FBR
- Cat A: Requests for EOSS materials
- Cat B: Technical discrepancies which are NOT urgent
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EOOW Turnover Items
- Awareness of tactical maneuvering situations which could impact watchteam or casualty control (HRU, NIXIE, boat ops)
- Specific equipment operating conditions, existence of non-standard configurations, equipment tagouts
- Presence of any heat stress conditions
- Provisions of CHENG/CO Night Orders
- Maintenance being conducted or planned during the watch
- Review of logs and records back to the last watch stood or 24 hours (whichever is less)
- Distance to land to ensure contaminated water is not sent to potable water holding tanks
- Ensure all required F/O and L/O samples are taken, properly evaluated, and logged accordingly
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What are Light Off Orders?
- Gives EOOW or EDO a specific sequence and amplifying guidance required when bringing the plant into operation and should be easily tailored to special circumstances.
- Includes a timeline
- Meant to supplement EOP
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Recommended features of Light Off Orders
- Timeline for Evolutions
- Assignment of Responsibility (EDO, Duty Electrician, Division, etc.)
- Cross reference to MLOC/PMS guidance
- Caution & Warning Notices (TSO, Caution/Danger Tags)
- Routing blocks for completed orders
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8'00 Reports: Required Entries
- Plant Status
- List of OOC/Degraded Equipment
- Tagouts in effect requiring CO or CHENG approval
- Additional Remarks
- Fresh & Feedwater percentages
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8'00 Reports: Recommended Entries
- Hot Work In-Progress
- Tanks/Voids currently open
- FM Safety Walkthroughs
- Alarms in Cutout
- Shipyard/IMA work Status
- Propulsion/DC Drills Planned & Accomplished
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Sound Shipboard Operating Principles & Processes
- Watchstanders' Guide
- 1. Procedural Compliance
- 2. Integrity
- 3. Questioning Attitude
- 4. Level of Knowledge
- 5. Formality
- 6. Forceful Backup
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3 Supporting Processes to Sound Shipboard Operating Principles & Processes
- 1. ORM
- 2. PBED
- 3. Incident Reporting
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Primary Task of ENG Dept
Maintain and Operate engineering plant in a consistently high state of readiness in order to support the ship's primary mission as an instrument of national policy
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Engineering Management Fundamental Precepts
- EDORM
- Foundation for Increasing & Sustaining Readiness
- Quality Training/Qualifications
- Adherence to approved operational procedures
- Adherence to approved maintenance procedures
- Clear communications
- Increased Level of Knowledge
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LOP vs TSO
- TSO Address temporary situations that warrant deviations from normal procedures. Good for 6 Months. Usually comes with a DFS.
- LOP used when there is lack of EOSS support, or to augment existing EOSS procedures. May be used during prolonged employment in special operations (i.e. Q2).
- LOP may also use caution tags
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Hardware Installation Plan
- Provides detailed guidance on requirements for placement of all EOCC and EOP books.
- What books to have and where to have them based on your ship
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EOCC
- Immediate & Controlling Actions MUST BE MEMORIZED
- Review book as soon as feasible
- Perform Supplementary Actions
- Restore Casualty
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Energized Safety Precautions
- CPR Qualified Safety Observer
- Remove all metal articles
- Insulate deck with approved insulating materials (i.e. rubber blankets, rubber mats, etc.)
- Face Shield
- Insulated Tools
- Tagout to Greatest Extent Possible
- Station personnel at isolation breaker
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What is a Hazardous Noise Area?
- Any work area or equipment where the sound pressure level (SPL) is 85 dB(A) or above (continuous or intermittent)
- Or any work area or equipment where the sound pressure level (SPL) is 140 dB (P) or greater (impulse or impact)
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Single Ear Pro Requirements
- 85 dB(A) - 96 dB(A)
- 140 dB (P) - 165 dB (P)
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Double Ear Pro Requirements
- 96 dB (A) or greater
- 165 dB (P) or greater
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Clear & Bright Test
- Clear: Invert or Swirl sample. If it's "clear", there's no visible particulates
- Bright: Make sure cloudiness dissipates bottom-up
- If it's not bright after 5 mins, put in warm water bath. If it's still cloudy it is UNSAT
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BS & W Standards
- .1% for Shipboard, Non-NATO/DOD, Non-LCS
- .05% for Non-NATO/DOD for LCS
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Scenario: WIP Test indicates water higher than lowest tank suction level
Strip tank, until BS&W passes with .1%
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CCFD
Combined Contaminated Fuel Detector
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FWD
- Free Water Detector
- Acceptable amounts of water in F76: 40 ppm
- Acceptable amounts of water in JP-5: 10 ppm
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CFD
- Detects solid contaminants in fuel
- Acceptable solids in F-76: 2.64 mg/l
- Acceptable solids in JP-5: 2.00 mg/l
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When do we test fuel?
- When we receive it (receipt of fuel)
- Prior & During Transfer (Storage -> Service)
- Prior & During Use (Service)
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Fuel Testing Requirements during Receipt of Fuel
- Clear & Bright @ Beginning/Middle/End of Receiving
- If any Clear & Bright fails: conduct BS&W
- Every 15 mins: Conduct Clear & Bright to check for free water
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Fuel Testing Requirements prior to fuel transfer
- No testing required on water compensated ships
- Other requirements will depend on platform
- LCS conducts WIP test
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Fuel Testing during Fuel Transfer, if your ship has a fuel oil purifier
Take sample from purifier discharge 5 mins after transfer start and every 30 mins after
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Fuel Testing prior to burning fuel (service)
8 hours prior to placing on suction (CG/DDG/LCS)
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Fuel Testing during fuel burning (service)
- 5 minutes after service tank placed on suction
- 5 minutes after suction shifted to stdby service tank
- Sample taken from filter/separator discharge
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Weekly Fuel Storage Tank testing requirements
- WIP (non-compensated tanks)
- API/Specific Gravity (if your ship has a purifier)
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Gravity Fed Tank testing requirements
Monthly Clear & Bright
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Ships Generators on auto-startup fuel testing requirements
- After filling
- Daily (when not in use)
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