SHIPBREAKING

Module 1: Introduction to Shipbreaking

1.2 Types of VesselsSusan Harwood Grant Number SH-17820-08-60-

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Objectives Describe vessels nomenclature Identify various types of vessels

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The bow is the forward most part and considered the front of the vessel.

6Figure 1 Bow of hull number 134

The stern is the further most part of the vessel or the rear.

7Figure 2 Stern view of ship in the slip

The main deck is considered between the superstructure and hull.

8Figure 3 Main deck of cargo vessel

All decks above the main deck are labeled 1, 2, 3, etc.

9Figure 4 Superstructure of vessel with multiple decks

Decks below the main deck are labeled 01, 02, 03, etc.

10Figure 5 Engine room near the generator

The hull is the main body of the vessel.

11Figure 6 Hull inside the slip being dismantled

Port side of the vessel is the left when looking forward.

12Figure 7 Port side view

Starboard side of the vessel is the right when looking forward.

13Figure 8 Starboard view

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Type of Vessels

Military: U.S. Warships MARAD: U.S. Maritime

Administration Freighters: Bulk cargo Tankers: Bulk liquid cargo Submarines: Conventional or

nuclear Barges: Bulk liquid or dry cargo

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Aircraft Carriers

17Figure 9 Aircraft carrier being dismantled

Cruisers

18Figure 10 Cruiser with cut outs along hull

Cruiser

19Figure 11 Cruiser being towed into the Brazos Santiago Pass Jetties

Destroyers

20Figure 12 Destroyer along ship channel being dismantled

Oiler

21Figure 13 Oiler along channel

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MARAD Vessel

23Figure 14 MARAD vessel inside slip

Victory Ship

24Figure 15 MARAD vessel at berth

Freighters

25Figure 16 MARAD vessels being moved by tugs

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Bulk Freighter

27Figure 17 Freighter offloading cargo

Bulk Grain Freighter

28Figure 18 Freighter at grain terminal

Ro-Ro Vessel (Roll On & Roll Off)

29Figure 19 Ro-Ro vessel at berth

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Chemical Carrier

31Figure 20 Chemical tanker at oil dock

Main Deck of Tanker

32Figure 21 View on main deck of tanker being dismantled

Cargo Tanks Can Transport Petroleum or Chemical Products

33Figure 22 Cargo tanks open

Tankers Offer Many Health Risks and Hazards

34Figure 23 Tanker being dismantled

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Submarines may be conventional or nuclear powered.

36Figure 24 Submarine arriving at berth in Brownsville

Submarines are extremely compact and difficult to make access.

37Figure 25 Inside slip conning tower remove

Walking surfaces are uneven, rounded, and pose hazards.

38Figure 26 Hot work on main deck

Submarines offer many challenges to working safely.

39Figure 27 Bow view of submarine

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Cargo barges are designated to carry bulk cargo and non hazardous cargos.

41Figure 28 Bulk barges underway

Chemical barges transport dangerous cargos and chemicals pose health risk.

42Figure 29 Chemical barges awaiting to be loaded

Ocean going barge carrying regulated hazmat for cargo.

43Figure 30 Integrated Tank barge (ITB)

Oil barge is commonly referred to as red flag barge.

44Figure 31 Red flag barge at oil dock being loaded

Derrick barge used for hoisting, does not carry cargo.

45Figure 32 Derrick barge hoisting equipment

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Reference

OSHA eTool www.osha.gov

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Worker Safety is a Priority