BOAT CREW STUDY GUIDE
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Helm
- Lookout
- Towing Watch
- Anchor Watch
- Rig towing and Mooring lines
- Act as the Surface Swimmer
- Administer First Aid
- Damage Control
FIRST AID:
Shock: “Shock is a depressed physiological or mental state. Shock syndrome, a set of symptoms
which occur together, can change throughout treating an injury and are unique for every casualty. Signs and
symptoms may develop rapidly or be delayed for up to several hours after the apparent cause. The
symptoms usually precede the signs. Several types of shock exist, therefore, recognizing and treating shock
immediately is important. Some syndromes do not appear in every casualty nor are they equally
noticeable.” BCSM 5-4
Causes:
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Trauma (bleeding, blunt (e.g., a fall, being struck by a blunt object, etc.), fractures, and burns).
Allergic reactions.
Hypothermia.
Drugs.
Toxins.
Heart attack.
Illnesses such as diabetes.
Emotional.
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Symptoms:
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Restlessness.
Fainting.
Thirst.
Nausea.
Weakness.
Anxiousness.
Fright.
Dizziness.
Signs include:
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Pulse - weak and rapid.
Breathing - shallow, rapid, and irregular.
Skin - cold, clammy (sweating).
Pupils – dilated.
State of consciousness - alert (may be deceiving) to unconscious.
Treatment:
Have victim lie on back, and keep comfortable. If not suffering from Hypothermia, elevate legs.
Activate EMS. If victim is unconscious, check vitals, commence CPR/Rescue Breathing if necessary.
Signs include:
• Pulse - weak and rapid.
• Breathing - shallow, rapid, and irregular.
• Skin - cold, clammy (sweating).
• Pupils – dilated.
• State of consciousness - alert (may be deceiving) to unconscious.
BLEEDING:
3 TYPES:
ARTERIAL: Arterial bleeding is characterized by blood that is coming from an artery, is bright
red, and gushes forth in jets or spurts that are synchronized with the victim’s pulse.
VENOUS: Venous bleeding is characterized by blood that is coming from a vein, is dark red, and
comes in a steady flow.
CAPILARRY: Capillary bleeding is characterized by blood that is coming from damaged
capillaries (smaller veins), is bright red, and oozes from the wound.
PRESSURE POINTS:
BROKEN BONES/FRACTURES:
Compound (open) fracture: The bone has broken and an open wound is present. The bone may
protrude from the wound, leaving little doubt that there is a fracture.
Simple (closed) fracture: No open wound is present, but the bone may be broken or cracked.
Care must be taken when handling a closed fracture; careless treatment may cause an open fracture,
lacerate a blood vessel, or cause other injuries.
BURNS (3 TYPES):
First-degree: First-degree burns are the mildest form of burns. These burns involve only the outer layer of
skin and produce redness, increased warmth, tenderness, and mild pain.
Second-degree: Second-degree burns extend through the outer layers of the skin. These burns involve the
inner layers of the skin, but not enough to prevent rapid regeneration. They produce blisters and are
characterized by severe pain, redness, and warmth.
Third-degree: Third-degree burns are those that penetrate the full thickness of the skin, destroying both the
outer and inner layers. Severe pain, characteristic of second-degree burns, may be absent because nerve
endings have been destroyed. Color may range from white and lifeless to black (charred). Healing requires
many months, and usually results in scarring of the skin tissue. Skin grafts are generally required to
achieve full healing.
BURN TREATMENT:
First-degree: Immerse in cold water until pain subsides, cover with a sterile dressing
Second-degree: Immerse in cold water until pain subsides, DO NOT break blisters, wrap in a sterile
dressing.
Third-degree: Cover burn to prevent infection. Treat for shock, DO NOT give any food/water, check
vitals every 5 minutes. Notify EMS
REQUIRED PPE FOR WATER AND AIR TEMP:
STABILITY:
Center of Gravity: The center of gravity is the point at which the weight of the boat acts
vertically downwards. Thus, the boat acts as though all of its weight were concentrated at the center of
gravity. Generally, the lower the center of gravity, the more stable the vessel.
Buoyancy: The buoyancy is the upward force of water displaced by the hull. The force of
buoyancy keeps the boat afloat; however, it may be overcome if too much weight is added.
Equilibrium: When a boat is at rest, the center of buoyancy acting upwards/vertically is below
the center of gravity acting downwards. It is at this point that a boat is considered to be in equilibrium.
Equilibrium is affected by movement of the center of gravity or center of buoyancy or by some outside
forces, such as wind and waves.
SOUND SIGNALS:
International:
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I am altering my course to STBD
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I am altering my course to PORT
*** I am operating astern propulsion
***** Danger
__ ** NUC, Restricted in ability to maneuver, Constrained by Draft, Engaged in
Fishing, Sailing Vessel, Vessel Towing or Pushing Ahead.
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Inland:
I intend to leave you on my PORT side
I intend to leave you on my STBD side
Anchored Vessels/Vessels Aground:
Rapid Ringing of the Bell for 5 Seconds every minute: Vessel <100M anchored
Rapid Ringing of the Bell for 5 Seconds, followed by rapid sounding of the gong for 5
Seconds every minute: Vessel <100M anchored
3 distinct strokes of the bell, followed by rapid ringing of the bell for 5 Seconds, followed
by 3 distinct strikes of the bell: Vessel Aground
BOAT SPECICIFICS:
25’ RBS:
Cabin:
Hull:
Decks and Side Plates:
Beaching Plate
5052 MGA
¼” 5086 MGA
3/16” 5086 MGA
3/16” 5086 MGA
Length of Hull:
LOA:
Length at Waterline:
Beam:
Operational Draft:
Draft, Engines Up:
Height of Mast Trailered:
Radar Dome Trailered:
Searchlight Trailered:
Highest Fixed Point Trailered:
25’
29’ 6 ½”
22’ 8 ½”
8’ 6”
39”
23’ ¼”
12’ 8”
11’ ½”
9’ 7”
9’ ½”
Crew Capacity:
Passengers:
Seating Total:
Fuel Tank Capacity:
04
06
10
105 Gallons
Boat Weight (Fully outfitted, no crew): 7400
Boat Maximum (Fully outfitted, 4 crew, 6 passengers): 9200
Weight (Fully outfitted, fuel, trailer, no crew):
9450
Max Speed:
Cruise Speed:
Max Range at Cruise:
Max Winds:
Max Seas:
Max Towing Capacity:
Max Operating Distance:
46 kts @ 6000 rpm
35 kts @ 4500 rpm
150 nm
25 kts
6’ No Surf
10 displacement tons
10 nm
Outside Air:
Outside Water Temp:
0-95F
28-95F
Tow Reel:
300’ of 2 ¼ DBN
Anchor Line: 100’ of 1 ¾” DBN
Heating System:
2.5 gallon diesel tank for heater
Fire Extinguishers: (2) B-1 Extinguishers, contains two lbs of dry chemical agent,
discharges 9-10 seconds.
Control Panel Indicators:
Overheating Indicator: If RED indicator light comes on, the engine speed will be
gradually reduced to approximately 1800 RPM and the engine will stop after 20 seconds.
The overheating indicator is activated via the engine control module, by two overheat
sensors mounted on the engine.
Oil Pressure Indicator: If oil pressure becomes low, <23 psi at 1800 RPM, the GREEN
oil light will go off.
Alternator Indicator: The RED indicator light will come on if there is a malfunction in
the charging system. Each 12 volt alternator is rated at 60 amp at 2300 RPM, and 48
amps at 1000 RPM.
Programmed Fuel Injection Indicator: The RED indicator light will come on when the
ECM senses an abnormality from one of the nine engine-mounted sensors.
BECCES:
Loss of Control of Engine RPM: Crewmembers should check throttle and shift control
cables, check throttle arm on engine, report all findings to the Coxn.
Loss of Fuel Pressure: Crewmembers should check the aft compartments and well deck
for fuel, check for fuel around engine cover, check condition of fuel filters, check engine
fuel lines, check engine fuel filter and water separator.
Loss of Lube Oil Pressure: Crewmembers should check the outboard engine area for
oil, verify oil level on dipstick, check that spin-on oil filter is tightly installed, check oil
drain fitting for security.
Overheating Engine: Crewmembers should check engine cover for back of hand to
ascertain any abnormal temperature, check around engine cover for evidence of steam, if
possible, tilt engine forward and check cooling water intake for obstructions.
47’ MLB
Hull
Sides:
Bottom:
Chine Plates:
Keel:
¼” 5456 MGA
5/16” 5456 MGA
3/8” 5456 MGA
½” 5456 MGA
LOA:
Length at Waterline:
Beam:
Operational Draft:
Highest Fixed Point:
Highest Point of Mast (DF ANT):
Highest Point (HF ANT):
Hoisting Weight:
Propulsion Machinery:
Red Gear:
Propellers:
47’ 11” w/o Rub Rails
43’
14’
4’ 6”
18’ 6””
24’ 6”
28’ 4”
40,000 lbs
Two Detroit Diesel DDEC-III 6V-92TA Diesel
Engines (435 BHP @ 2100 RPMS)
Reintjes, WVS 234 UP, 2:1 Reduction
Twin, Fixed Pitch 4 Blade 28” diameter X 36”
Pitch
Fuel Tank Capacity:
394 Gallons, 373 @95%
Crew Capacity:
Survivor Capacity:
04
05
Max Speed:
Cruise Speed:
Max Range at Cruise:
Max Winds:
Max Seas:
Max Towing Capacity:
Max Operating Distance:
Outside Air:
Outside Water Temp:
Tow Reel:
25 kts @ 2100 RPM
21.5 @ 1950 (MLB Manual), for station, 20 kts @ 1850
200 NM
50 kts sustained
30 feet
150 displacement tons, 170 with waiver
50 NM
10-95F
28-85F
300’ of 2” DBN
900’ of 3 ¼” DBN
Anchor Line: 300’ 2 ¼” DBN
Watertight Compartments:
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2.
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Lazarette
Engine Room
Survivors Compartment
Aux Space
Forward Compartment
Forward Peak
Enclosed Bridge
Fire Extinguishers:
Survivors Compartment:
5 lb CO2 Extinguisher: 4-6’ with 30 sec discharge
10 lb PKP Extinguisher: 6-8’ with 30 sec discharge
Aux Space:
(2) 25lb CO2 bottles for fixed System
Closed Bridge:
5 lb CO2 Extinguisher: 4-6’ with 30 sec discharge
10 lb PKP Extinguisher: 6-8’ with 30 sec discharge
Bilge Pumps:
7 Bilge Pumps rated at 33 GPM
Bilge Alarm activates at 5”, Pumps activate at 10” until no load is detected by pumps
Emergency Procedures:
Capsizing: Average underwater time is 8-12 seconds. When boat returns to surface,
assess situation. Check status of crew, check for lines overboard, if engines work, move
to safe water.