SERVICE ENGINEER (LSA - FFA)

Job Responsibilities

Life-Saving Appliances (LSA)

1. Periodical inspections of Life-Saving Appliances (LSA), such as winches, davits, lifeboats, and release hooks.

a) Check General Condition of Lifeboat

 Condition of lifeboat structure including fixed and loose equipment

 Engine and propulsion system

 Sprinkler and air supply system, where fitted

 Maneuvering system

 Power supply system and bailing system

b) Examine for satisfactory condition and operation of release gear

 Operation of devices for activation of release gear

 Excessive free play (tolerances)

 Hydrostatic interlock system, where fitted

 Cables for control and release and

 Hook fastening

c) Examine for satisfactory condition and operation of Davit

 Davit structure, in particular with regards to corrosion, misalignments, deformations and excessive free play

 Wire and sheaves, possible damages such as ...