ABSTRACT

Ideal for Merchant Navy Officers from Cadet rank to Master Mariner, the fourth edition of this book is in full colour, and has been updated to include more information on topics as diverse as electronic navigation and AIS technology whilst still including essential information on subjects such as safety at sea, rescue operations, watch keeping duties and pollution control. Used by training establishments around the world, this is the only reference to both shipboard practice and ship operations that seafarers will need.

  • Now in full colour.
  • Includes modern techniques such as electronic navigation and AIS technology.
  • Comprehensive coverage of the knowledge required by seafarers of all ranks.
  • Covers all the knowledge required to take readers from Cadet to Master rank.

chapter 1|30 pages

The Ship

chapter 2|34 pages

Anchor Work (Fundamentals)

chapter 3|26 pages

Ropework

chapter 4|26 pages

Wirework and Rigging

chapter 5|34 pages

Lifting Gear

chapter 6|46 pages

Cargo and Hatchwork

chapter 7|48 pages

Boatwork and Life-Saving Appliances

chapter 8|54 pages

Survival Craft and Practice

chapter 9|22 pages

Communications

chapter 10|28 pages

Watchkeeping Duties

chapter 12|34 pages

Meteorology

chapter 13|56 pages

Preventing Collisions at Sea

chapter 14|44 pages

Emergencies

chapter 15|36 pages

Fire-Fighting

chapter 16|28 pages

Search and Rescue Operations

chapter 17|38 pages

Ship-Handling: Equipment

chapter 19|46 pages

Tanker Operations