

- #NAVAL ACTION RANKS AND CREWS INSTALL#
- #NAVAL ACTION RANKS AND CREWS UPDATE#
- #NAVAL ACTION RANKS AND CREWS MANUAL#
Additional duties include directing line handlers, cargo watches, directing anchor detail and training and instructing crew members.
#NAVAL ACTION RANKS AND CREWS UPDATE#
One of their priorities is to update charts and publications, keeping them current, making passage plans, and all aspects of ship navigation. The second mate is the third most experienced deck department officer after the Captain/Master and Chief mate. Second mate: The one that holds this position is a qualified Officer in Charge for Navigational Watch (OICNW), responsible for directing the bridge and navigating the ship. The chief mate is the one to train the crew and cadets on various operations, such as safety, firefighting, search and rescue, and various other contingencies. This position is responsible for cargo operations, the vessel’s stability, the deck crew and the safety and security of the vessel. He/she is responsible for all operations onboard.Ĭhief mate: The head of the deck department on a merchant vessel, second-in-command after the ship’s Master. Naval Institute, 1944).Captain: The captain or master is the ship’s highest responsible officer, acting on behalf of the shipowner.
#NAVAL ACTION RANKS AND CREWS MANUAL#
Source: The Bluejacket's Manual 12th edition. Prepare reports and keep personnel records. Maintain, repair, and overhaul boiler system. Lubricate, assemble, charge and fire torpedoes. Use range finder, searchlights, signal apparatus. Issue and account for stock and clothing. Operate fire extinguishers and rescue breathing apparatus. Use hand and machine tools for steel metal work. Know naval drill duties, knots, steering and signaling. Stand radar watch and operate radar equipment. Send and receive International Code by blinker, searchlight and semaphore. Take charge of ship's printshop, set type. Organize and direct operations of Naval photographic units. Do minor surgery and administer simple medicines. Operate and maintain internal combustion engines and engine auxiliaries. Be familiar with ship's drainage systems, distilling plants, evaporators and pumps. Test for watertightness.Įquip and work in foundry. Know minor surgery, first aid and nursing. Stow, inspect and repair fire control instruments. Apply first aid in case of electrical shock.įire and tend boilers. Stand watch on main gyrocompass and in main control room of electrically driven ships. Use electrical tools and repair electrical equipment. Take charge of ship ventilation, painting, watertight control, drainage. Work with canvas and hoisting with block and tackle. Know all bugle and drum calls and honors rendered. Know construction of marine boilers and fireroom safety precautions. Operate radio transmitting and receiving equipment of naval aircraft.įit pipes, make repairs in boilers. Handle and take care of all aviation weapons. Know principles and theory of flying.Īssemble, service and repair airplanes and airplane engines.
#NAVAL ACTION RANKS AND CREWS INSTALL#
Inspect, maintain, repair and install all electrical equipment in aircraft. An officer with prior enlisted experienceĭepartment Head (Engineer, Navigator, etc.)
