Regulatory Standards Flashcards
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What is the key difference between a 'closed bus' and 'open bus' power configuration in the context of DP class regulations?
Answer: Open bus maintains electrical separation between power systems to limit fault propagation; closed bus does not
An open bus configuration keeps power bus sections electrically separated to prevent a single fault from propagating and losing all power, which is required for DP3 operations.
Under the Nautical Institute DP training scheme, a trainee must complete a DPST (DP sea time) logbook with documented DP watchkeeping hours. What is the minimum sea time required before applying for an Unlimited DP certificate?
Answer: 60 sea days including time on a DP2 or DP3 vessel
The NI scheme requires 60 sea days including documented time on a DP2 or DP3 vessel to qualify for the Unlimited (Advanced) DP certificate.
The concept of 'consequence alarm' in DP operations is defined in which IMCA guidance document?
Answer: IMCA M 166
IMCA M 166 provides guidance on DP alarm management including the concept of consequence alarms that indicate the effect of a failure on DP performance.
According to BSEE regulations, a DP Management System (DPMS) submitted for US OCS operations must include which of the following elements?
Answer: FMEA, ASOG, WSOG, and DP trial results
A DPMS for US OCS operations must include the FMEA, Activity Specific Operating Guidelines (ASOG), Well Specific Operating Guidelines (WSOG), and DP trial results.
Which body is responsible for publishing the 'Guidance on Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (FMEA)' document IMCA M 166?
Answer: IMCA (International Marine Contractors Association)
IMCA publishes IMCA M 166, which provides guidance on FMEA methodology and application for DP vessels.
Under Norwegian regulations (PSA), what is the required minimum redundancy level for DP vessels conducting well intervention operations on the Norwegian Continental Shelf?
Answer: DP2 (DYNPOS-AUTR) or higher
PSA regulations require a minimum of DP2 (DYNPOS-AUTR) for well intervention operations on the Norwegian Continental Shelf.
When a DP vessel is operating in DP Equipment Class 3, which specific additional safety measure is required compared to Class 2 that directly relates to fire and flood protection?
Answer: Physical separation of redundant systems by A-60 fire divisions or watertight bulkheads
DP3 requires that redundant systems be physically separated by A-60 fire divisions or watertight bulkheads so that a fire or flood in one compartment cannot cause loss of position.