PRACTICAL ACTIVITY 2 OPERATE DECK MACHINERY STUDENT NAME:..................................................
ACTIVITY	DATE	NOTES Location, Partial Sign off, etc
Method of preparing the start up of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery is in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and instructions		Testimonial Workplace observation Observation/ question Written test/ Assignment
Procedures for making available fuels, lubricants, cooling water and air for the start up of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery is in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and instructions
Required precautions are taken prior to start up of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery to minimise and control hazards and operational risks
Problems with the start up of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery are identified and investigated and appropriate action is initiated to rectify any problems that occur
Where applicable, petrol driven outboard engines are prepared for operation in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions
Main propulsion and auxiliary machinery is started up and warmed up accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and instructions and established marine practice
Sequence and timing of start up and shut down of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery is appropriate for safe and efficient operation
Checks of pressures, temperatures, and revolutions during the start up and warm up period are made in accordance with manufacturer’s technical specifications and appropriate action is initiated when out of specified limits
Main propulsion and auxiliary machinery is operated within manufacturer’s recommended limits
Running and maintenance logs are maintained in accordance with procedures and manufacturer’s specifications and instructions
Where applicable, petrol driven outboard engines are operated in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions
Method of preparing the shut down of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery is in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and instructions
Required precautions are taken prior to shut down of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery to minimise and control hazards and operational risks
Problems with the shut down of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery are identified and investigated and appropriate action is initiated to report and rectify the problems
Where applicable, petrol driven outboard engines are shut down in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions
The cooling down of the engine is monitored in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications and instructions	3e
Witness Name, (Position, Qualification & contact details)……………… Signs………………….. Student Signs…………………………

Competent Not yet Competent Required, additional evidence of unit elements: