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BROOKHAVEN NATIONAL LABORATORY Table of Contents e > Life Ring Buoys. 12 a > Portable Fire Extinguishers 13 b) Fixed Extinguishing Systems 13
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e ) Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon......... 18 5. Post Cruise Report ..................................... 1 9 A-1. Fire Extinguisher Classifications.. ............................ 2 2 A - 3.No. 15 Distr. of Fire Extinguishers (65 ftto 300 gross tons).., 2 4 E . Index of Required Items for Various Vessels .................... 29
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Research a t Brookhaven National Laboratory in vol v kg the use of marine craft,associated equipment and personnel necessitates a guide to coordinate and standardize a uniform safety effort during such operations. It is essential that marine operations be performed in the safest manner practicable,in order to minimize hazards ta personnel and property. This guide covers marine operations in all types and sizes of marine craft (under direct control of, or charter by, BNL) with respect t o preparedness,prevention,control and counteraction of marine incidents in add i - tion to safeguarding of personnel, and equipment. All marine operations shall be consistent with the requirements of this guide and with applicable federal, state and local regulations. Diving operations are covered under Guide 1.12.1. A. Motorboat. Vessels 65 feet and under, and equipped with propulsion machinery. Motorboats are classed as 1. Class A - less than 16 feet.. 2. Class 1 - 16 feet to less than 26 feet. 3.Class2 - 26 feet to less than 40 feet. 4.Class3 - 40 feet to 65 feet. B. Motor Vessels. Any vessel more than 65 feet which is propelled by flat able s and rafts.
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D. Vessel. Every type of water craft,other than 8seaplane on the water, used or capable of being used as a means of transportation on the water. A.Cruise Plan. Any scheduled voyage. and biological conditions in freshwater,especially of ponds and lakes. C. Logbook. An official record for entries with respect to time of departures far rivals, tests, drills, and inspection,fuel oil data,drafts, change of personnel assignments,casualties(personnel and material), unusual occurences, etc. Such logs or records shall be retained for the life of the operation of the vessel and who has had experience with similar vessels on a body of water like that on which the individual expects to operate and who holds a validated operator ' sora superior license. E. Marine Supervisor.A person responsible for the state of readiness of the vessel and crews, scheduling tests and repairs,maintaining all records pertaining to vessels, and procuring supplies. F. Markings. Identification of emergency equipment, instructions and controls for the guidance of the persons on board i n case of a n emergency. the vessel is operated as an oceanographic research vessel under the laws of the H. Oceanographic Research Vessel. A vesse1,enpLoyed exclusively in oceanography o r limnology, or both, or exclusively in oceanographic research,
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including, but not limited to, studies pertaining to the sea a s seismic, gravity meter and magnetic exploration and other marine geophysical o r geological surveys, atmospheric research, and biological research. I. Principal Investigator. Chief scientist on the vessel in charge of the scientific emzw, and the on scene representative of the Department J. Scientific Personnel. Those persons aboard a vessel solely for the purpose of engaging in scientific research o r receiving instruction in oceanography o r limnology. Scientific personnel are not considered "passengers" or "crew members," but are included as "persons" when requirements are based on total persons on board. K. Station Bill. A document posted in conspicuous locations in the vessel setting forth the emergency assignments and duties of all personnel on board, and signals f o r announcing emergencies. A . Department Chainnen/Division Heads are responsible for ensuring implementation of this Guide. Specifically they shall designate qualified and licensed Masters and a Marine Supervisor. B. The Master of the vessel, regardless of its size, is responsible for the safety of all persons aboard the vessel, for the safe operation and condition of the vessel and to assure that all requirements of this guide are satisfied. Additionally the Master is responsible for the following: 1. To conduct the overall vessel administration, organization, and training o f the crew in emergency procedures.'
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2 . To in sure appropriate station bills and identification markings are posted, and that sufficient drills are conducted, for - continued development and maintenance of crew and scientific personnel skills,inthe performance of 3 . To assure that during frequent inspections,all safety features are in proper working condition, and a checkoff List to periodically test all power driven emergency equipment is maintained. 4 . To assure that lifesaving equipment is properly located and i n a state of readiness. 5. To maintain a vessel logbook. 6 . To take appropriate emergency action in the event of a colli - sion, grounding, man overboard, fire and/or abandoning the vessel. This action may include, and is not limited to,rendering or requesting assistance,diver - sion from cruise plan, and dumping non emergency equipment overboard to maintain satisfactory stability or buoyancy. vessel in matters of personnel safety, seamanship, operation,navigation, vessel ' s policies and emergency procedures.Specifically,the Principal Invest i - 1. Be responsible for safety matters in regard to the stowage and handling of chemicals, flammable and dangerous scientific materials ; and the safety aspects of the scientific laboratory. 2.Be in overall charge of the scientific aspects of a cruise. 3.Collaborate with the Plaster in the training and participation of scientific personnel in emergency exercises.
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4 . Take station on the bridge during emergencies and direct act iv i - ties,as ordered by the Master, for the safety of scientific personnel. 5. On those occasions, when serving as master on small craft, the scientific duties shall not cause neglect of the responsibilities and duties of D. Marine Supervisor will maintain all records pertaining to vessels, such as, maintenance, repairs,tests,etc.Specifically he shall : 1. Assure proposed alterations to the hull, machinery and equipment do not adversely affect the stability and safety of the vessel. 2 . Develop and implement a e maintenance program. 3 . Schedule required periodic tests of emergency equipment. 4 . Maintain an inventory list of equipment, spare parts and 5.Draft and update operating manual, emergency procedures,general arrangement plans and maintain inactive log files. train and direct engineering personnel. In addition,the engineer shall: 1.Inspect,test, mark, maintain, and repair all emergency equipment for which the engineer is responsible. 2 . Take charge of emergencies occurring in engineering spaces. 3 . During drills and emergencies take charge in the engineroom, o r where most needed for the purpose of coordinating and directing action as directed by the Master .
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Master and is in general charge of emergency procedures. - In addition,the mate 1. Assure that appropriate markings and instructions are displayed on all emergency equipment and stations. 2. Make periodic inspections of and initiate actions for maintenance, repair,or replacement of emergency equipment. 3.Delegate training duties to subordinates as necessary to in sure continuous and progressive development o f the vessel ' s emergency organization. 4 . Take charge at the scene of an emergency and direct and coordinate emergency action. G. Crew Members and / or Scientific Personnel are responsible for complying with the provisions of this Guide. Specifically, they shall : 1. Obey all orders,rules and regulations of the Master. 2. Assume additional duties as assigned by the Master for the handling of a particular emergency. H. Safety and Environmental Protection Division will assist the depart - ments inall matters concerning the safe operation of vessels. Specifically, 1. 9cswe-a~ ex officio member of the quarterly inspecting team. 2. Provide training as requested. 3 . Review proposed changes and modifications to the vessels hulL and / or structures.
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1. DOCUMENTS (Class3 and Motor Vessels). Each vessels hall have prominently posted in conspicuous locations the following : station bill(s), stabil it y data, U.S. Coast Guard licenses or equivalent, owner’s certificate, prohibited discharge warning placard and radiotelephone operator permit. 2. OPERATING MANUAL (Class1 and Larger Vessels).Personnel on board will be guided by an operating manual outlining procedures for maintaining watertight integrity,eliminating fire hazards,use of emergency equipment, and maintaining stability and buoyancy. The manual will also provide procedures for eliminating fire hazards, combating fire and flooding as well as handling man overboard,collision / grounding, and abandoning ship situations. 3 . INSPECTIONS. Inspections shall be in accordance with Occupation, Health Safety Guide No. 1.2.0. Inspections will include,but not necessarily be limited to,inspecting and surveying the following. a . General Arrangement Drawings (Class3 and Motor Vessels). A11vessels shall have permanently exhibited a drawing of the vessel, showing for each deck the location of emergency equipment such as,firefighting appa ra - tems and dampers, distress signals,bilge / fire pumps and radio. b. Markings. Appropriate markings shall be affixed for the foLlowing: general alarm bells,extinguishing equipment, controls and alarms,
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preservers,ring life buoys, work vests,pyrotechnics, emergency position in di - cat ing radiobeacon and other emergency equipment. c . Maintenance. Inspections shall note deficiencies in vessels ' hull, machinery and equipment, such as,corrosion and / or deter i or at ipn of strength members, leaky pipelines and fittings,inoperative machinery and d. Emergency Equipment. Inspections shall also include an i n - ven tory and state of readiness of all emergency equipment. All vessels shall meet the general principles and standards set fort has follows : i. The name of the parent vessel,port of registry, and number of each lifeboat.shall be plainly marked or painted on each side of the bow o f each lifeboat in letters not less than3inches high. ..11. The cubical contents and number of persons allowed tobe carried in each ' lifeboats hall be plainly marked or painted on each side of the bow of each lifeboat in letters and numbers not less than 1 L/2 inches high.In addition,the number of persons allowed shal1,be plainly marked or painted on top of atleast two thwarts in letters and numbers not less than3inches high. 111. All oars and paddles shall be conspicuously marked with the vessel ' s name.
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iv. Where mechanical disengaging apparatus is used,the contro l effecting the release of the lifeboats hall be painted bright red and shall have there on in raised letters the words "DANGER LEVER DROPS BOAT." v. The top of thwarts,side benches, and footings of lifeboats shall be painted or otherwise colored international orange. The area i n way of the red mechanical disengaging gear control lever, from the keel to the side bench, shall be painted or otherwise colored white, to provide a contrasting background for the lever.This band of white should be approx i - mate ly 12 inches wide depending on the internal arrangement of the lifeboat. All vessels may carry approved inflatable life raft(s) as substitutes for required lifeboats,life rafts and life floats. Each rafts hall bear the parent vessel ' s name. i. The decks (immediate area) on which inflatable life rafts are carried shall be kept clear of any obstructions which would interfere with the immediate launching of the lifesaving appliances. ii. Inflatable life rafts carried by vessels shall be inspected and serviced at approximately12 month interval satan approved facil - ...111. On vessels equipped with inflatable life rafts,the total vessel complement shall not exceed the capacity of the life rafts. i. All vessels shall be provided with properly fitted USCG approved life preserver for each person on board plus approximately 10%. Under a total complement of 10, have atleast one spare life preserver. An additional
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