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Fatal Accident due to Explosion in Auxiliary Boiler Furnace
Applicable to:
Indian registered Oil Tankers
Effective Date:
21st February, 2006
Superseded Circulars:
None
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Safety Measures for Boiler Operations
Ensure proper purging of the furnace and gas passages with air following flame failure or ignition failure, or before any lighting up operation.
- Warning: Display warning notices near the boiler.
- Compliance: Follow all precautions in the operating manual at all times.
2. Fuel Oil Changeover Procedure
Strictly adhere to the temperature requirement for fuel oil changeover procedure from HFO to D.O and vice versa.
3. Machinery Operation on Emergency Mode
Inform the Chief Engineer Officer for specific instructions when operating machinery on emergency mode. Avoid prolonged operation on emergency mode.
II/4 Ensure ship-specific requirements for key machinery operations are developed and understood by all personnel.
Important Note
Excepting emergency situations, all heads of departments must ensure observance of rest period, as per ILO Convention 147.
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