Question.

With reference to U.M.S. operation.

State with reason the essential requirement for U.M.S.

As 2nd engineer describe how you would respond to the irretrievable failure of the machinery space fire alarm system whilst the ship is on voyage.

The bridge watch keeper must be able to take emergency control action and instrumentation should be as simple as possible.

Centralised control and instrument are required in machinery spaces. Engineer can be called to machinery space in emergency and control must be easily reached and fully comprehensive

Automatic fire detection system. Alarm and detection system must be operational rapidly. Numerous well sited and quick response detectors must be fitted.

Fire extinguishing system. In addition to conventional hand extinguishers a control fire station remote from the machinery space is essential. The station must have control for emergency pump, valves, ventilator, extinguishing media. Etc.

Alarm system.

A comprehensive machinery alarm system must be provided for control and accommodation area.

Automatic bilge high level alarm and pumping unit sensing device in bilges with alarm and hand or automatic pump cut in devices must be provided.

Automatic emergency generator starting to give protection against black out condition.

Local hand control of essential machineries.

In case of irretrievable fire alarm.

Revert to watch keeping of engine room,

Ensure at least two people are present for watch keeping.

Frequent fire rounds in engine room spaces.

Identify high risk areas and keep hoses ready and ensure proper house keeping.

Ensure high temperature alarm are connected.

Ensure proper stowage of chemicals and lube oil containers.

Remove all sources of spontaneous ignition like oily rags.

Identify exhaust gas leakages if any and ensure constant surveillance.