LionOfKonoha

What to expect as a deck cadet during joining of 1st vessel?

Frequency:
Ships less than 15 years of age, intervals at least twice in a 5-year period. In between surveys cannot exceed 36 months.

Items to check:
•Condition of underwater hull
– Welding seams and butts
– Deformation assessment (Buckling, deflection etc.)
– Coating/ Cathodic Protection (Corrosion, wastage of anodes etc.)
– Appendices (Bilge k…[Read more]

Date: 13th Dec 2022
Examiners: 4 person panel

Capt Loo:
1. As a C/O, what do you check for loadline survey?
2. During construction survey, what do you check for?
3. Candidate mentioned ‘Anti-fouling’ thus anti-fouling questions were asked.
4. Where do you paint anti-fouling paint?
5. What certificate is onboard concerning anti-fouling?
6. As a…[Read more]