Helped the 3rd mate check the FRC (fast rescue Craft) and Tula (landing craft) for the MCA inspections tomorrow, it seems Tula has sprung a leak, 4 inches of water in one of the bilges. Supervising the continuing loading of Hold No. 2, stowing dunnage (timber used to pack around cargo to prevent shifting during voyage) and stowing paint. More stores loaded and the vital beer and spirits.
The afternoon was spent, sorting out orders and stowing gear. I had to check off the new lifting gear and record the unique serial number for each one, then green tag it to show it can be used this season.
Life onboard is great. I’m learning my way around the ship and getting back into the swing of working on board. All the crew are looking forward to setting sail on Saturday, things will then settle into routine. I’ll be doing 4 hours on deck (maintenance), 8 hours off, then 4 hours in the bridge doing navigation etc.
Hold No.2 half full
Top of Hold No.2
'Tula' Landing Craft
Lifeboat
Humber RIBs
Fast Rescue Craft (FRC)
Boatswain Store
Engineers Workshop
Snow Machines
Fire Hydrant for Helicopter fire
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