Dallas Smith, Detachment Chief of the USCG’s Liquefied Gas Carrier National Center of Expertise, addresses the top five deficiencies that could occur on board on gas carriers.
As noted, there aren’t many issues found on gas carriers. However, the top five deficiencies are related to:
- Gas detection;
- Emergency shut downs;
- Maximum Allowable relief valve settings;
- Deck water spray;
- Electrical issues.
First of all, gas carriers need gas detection. It’s required to sample many locations around the...
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