UPDATE MGTE SERVICE AND OPERATING RECORDS

Updating MGTE service and operating records is normally performed by the log custodian. The log custodian is usually the main propulsion assistant (MPA). Even though the MPA is the log custodian, you may still be tasked to make updates to the logs. In any case, if you follow the guide provided in the next section you will know what entries are required and the proper way to make the update.

WHB OPERATING AND TREATMENT RECORDS

Even though the WHBs installed on your ship are considered auxiliary equipment, they play a very important role in the ship's ability to remain self-sufficient. That's why close scrutiny of their operating and treatment records is so important. The importance of maintaining accurate WHB operating records, boiler water and feedwater chemistry logs and records must not be underestimated. The engineer officer and assistants use the data in these records to measure the performance, stability, efficiency, and state of material readiness of the engineering plant. Remember, the decision-making process involved in effective WHB operations and the water chemistry program aboard your ship is supported by the information contained in these records. To be an effective engineer and supervisor, you should be familiar with the purpose, content, and general procedures to properly review and train your personnel to maintain each of these records.

UPDATE WHB OPERATING RECORDS WHB operating records information is derived and compiled from several different logs and inspection reports. Basic boiler information is recorded in the engineering log as events occur. These events normally include start-ups, shutdowns, and blowdowns. However, the primary log where the majority of information is compiled is the WHB Boiler Water Chemistry Worksheet/ Log. This log is updated as events occur and is closed out on a daily basis. Basically, all maintenance performed on the boiler and its operating systems, chemical treatments, and operating hours are entered in either the Remarks section or the Boiler Data section on the backside of the WHB Boiler Water Chemistry Worksheet/ Log.

The last source of boiler status information that we will discuss is the Boiler Inspection and Repair Management Information System (BIRMIS) report. This system's purpose is to enhance the value of auxiliary boiler inspections. The BIRMIS report contains useful information concerning the health of your WHB. This report is filled out by the boiler inspector at the completion of any standard or emergent boiler inspection. As a supervisor you must understand the information provided in this report so you can effectively plan (schedule) and correct the listed discrepancies. In figure 1-10 of this next section, there is a sample of a BIRMIS report. This sample report should help you identify and understand the information provided.

As you can see, the BIRMIS report is broken down into three distinct sections. This sample report is representative of the inspection of the No. 3 WHB. The first section is the cover sheet and some standard information that you provide to the inspector. The second section is for inspector comments. In this sample, the inspector chose to provide a list of References that would be used as guidelines to perform the inspection. The third section contains (from left to right) the item (component) inspected, the number of d i s c r e p a n c i e s n o t e d (e n t r y c o n d i t i o n ), t he recommended repair, and the deficiency status code. For clarification and standardization, the BIRMIS system uses set codes to identify each boiler component and subcomponents being inspected. As in the sample form, the C represents the boiler tubes (primary), and the Cl and Cll represent specific sections of the tubes. And finally, the entry condition is the sequential listing of each discrepancy found for that component.

UPDATE WHB WATER TREATMENT RECORDS

As a GS supervisor you must become more familiar with updating and reviewing WHB water treatment records. Depending on your assignment within the engineering department and if your ship has boilers, you will be tasked either daily or intermittently with updating and reviewing these records. In the remainder of this section you will find two basic check sheets (figs. 1-11 and 1-12) that you can use to properly review the WHB water treatment records. These check sheets are not mandatory, but the information is very helpful. This information was taken directly from an NSTM and the numbers listed at the end of each question should be a help to you.