Continuous coating made by the application of one or more coats onto the surface. A “wet film” is the one that has just been applied, before solvent evaporates.

A rounded corner created at an inside angle of a structure or casting.

The metal or alloy added in making a welded, brazed, or soldered joint.

Angular size of the scene that can be observed from a position on the ship's bridge.

Alternative compliance method at least as effective in terms of emission reductions as that required by Regulation 14 of Annex VI to MARPOL 73/78, which requires ships to use fuel oil with a limited sulphur content. Usually refers to SOx scrubbers.

A water tube exhaust gas boiler with forced water circulation designed for heat recovery from engine exhaust gas. The boiler is used in connection with one or more oil fired boilers which act as steam/water space.

Any substance which, if introduced into the sea or atmosphere, is liable to create hazards to human health, ecosystems, or marine life, to damage amenities, or to interfere with other legitimate uses of the sea, (IMO).

The overall examination is intended to report on the overall condition of the hull structure and determine the extent of additional close-up examinations.

Mutli-purpose crane and pipe laying ship SAIBOS is a dynamically positioned vessel designed to meet the requirements of deepwater field development work.

Evacuation means leaving the ship, also an offshore unit or installation and moving away from the vicinity in an emergency in a systematic manner and without directly entering the sea.

The term “ferry” originally described a vessel carrying passengers or cargo on short trips across rivers or harbours or coastwise to inland.

The electricity supply to services required for navigation, propulsion and the safety of life.

All equipment necessary to ensure propulsion and steerability of the ship, safety of passengers and crew, cargo, ship and machinery. Essential equipment is subdivided into the primary and the secondary ones.

Attending a vessel, to be available in case of need, e.g. icebreaker, tug, etc.

A vertical trunk fitted with a ladder to permit personnel to escape after being trapped.

A clearly marked way in the vessel which has to be followed in case of emergency.

The difference between an actual and the ideal or desired value or condition.

The physical removal of material from a surface by mechanical means such as e.g. flowing liquid. It may be accelerated by corrosion.

The destruction of metals or other material by the abrasive action of moving fluids, usually accelerated by the presence of solid particles or matter in suspension. See also cavitation erosion.

Application of the human factor in the analysis and design of equipment and working environment. The aim is to improve efficiency and the health and comfort of those working.