What is mot gangway?
Connecting gangway (sometimes referred to as an MOT gangway or formerly known as a brow) was placed on the main gangway. The other end of the brow was placed on the ship’s rails and made fast there. Also a life buoy with a line was placed near the gangway. The gangway was manned at all times by a duty A.B.
What is the difference between a gangway and accommodation ladder?
Gangways must only be rigged on railings that are reinforced for this purpose. Accommodation Ladders are rigged in the fore and aft direction of the ship and face astern. Accommodation ladders are generally fixed on the vessel and are swung out using dedicated winches and motors.
What is accommodation ladder in ship?
marine. A portable ladder hinged to a platform attached to the side of a ship and which can be positioned to provide access between ship and shore. Telescopic accommodation ladder is used for covering a long distance between the vessel and port quay.
How many Manropes should be rigged along the side of pilot ladder if requested?
Two man ropes
Two man ropes should be rigged along the side of the pilot ladder if requested. During the night, the whole length of the pilot ladder, point access should be well illuminated. A life buoy with self-igniting light and a heaving line should be kept ready. Proper communication between pilot station and bridge.
What is mot in shipping?
Merchant overtime fee (MOT charges) are the charges which are required to be paid by the exporter, who is availing the services of Central Excise Officers, in accordance with any prescribed procedure, beyond office hours or on Sunday, Saturdays or public holidays i.e. is after the official hours.
When should we use the combination ladder?
The use of a combination ladder, an accommodation ladder as well as a pilot ladder, is needed when the freeboard of the ship is more than 9 meters. It is important to allow a free space of more than 5 meters under the platform of the accommodation ladder, to let the pilot boat come alongside safely.
What is the main role of the OOW during pilotage?
If the vessel is proceeding to berth at the jetty, the OOW is to follow the Master’s instructions with regard to the maneuvering speed and such other orders. Relayed to the Master by the Pilot, those orders are immensely crucial to the safe berthing of the vessel.
What informations should the Oow report to the pilot?
The current OOW must discuss with the outgoing OOW if there has been any unusual activity, any changes in the CTS, any points where the Master needs to be called or informed, any weather warnings or messages, any VHF communication with other ships etc.
What is the difference between pilot ladder and Jacob ladder?
The term Jacob’s ladder, used on a ship, applies to two kinds of rope ladders. A pilot ladder has specific regulations on step size, spacing and the use of spreaders. It is the use of spreaders in a pilot ladder that distinguishes it from a Jacob’s ladder.
Is there an MOT in the USA?
There is nothing as intense or ruling as the MOT in the US. As for the car’s roadworthiness that the MOT test for, the US does not test for this as long as the car can go above 55 MPH, has the correct front and rear lights in working order, and can actually drive, that is seen as “good enough”.
What causes Mot ladder and pilot ladder to fail?
MOT Ladder/gangway failure usually takes place as a result of lack of maintenance and failure of MOT Ladder/gangway wire rope. 1. The top portion or head of the pilot ladders should be secured at the strongest point of the vessel. 2.
How is an accommodation ladder attached to a ship?
The arrangement at the head of the accommodation ladder should provide direct access between the ladder and the ship’s deck by a platform securely guarded by handrails and adequate handholds. The ladder should be securely attached to the ship to prevent overturning.
How is a load test done on an accommodation ladder?
The tests should be carried out with the load applied as uniformly as possible along the length of the accommodation ladder or gangway, at an angle of inclination corresponding to the maximum bending moment on the accommodation ladder or gangway.
When to use combination ladder and pilot ladder?
If the point of access from sea level is more than 9 meters, a combination ladder should be used. A combination ladder is a conjunction of pilot ladder and accommodation ladder .This is a common arrangement found on vessels with high free board.