NVIC 07-14 Task 1.2.A

Carry out a watch routine appropriate to the duties of a rating forming part of an engine-room watch.

RFPEW-A1.3 Safe working practices as related to engine-room operations

On a vessel, or in a laboratory,

the candidate adds clean oil to the vented lube-oil sump of an auxiliary engine, reduction gear, or piece of deck machinery.

The candidate:

1. Determines the need to add oil;
2. Obtains an adequate amount of clean oil of proper grade and type;
3. Removes the filler cap or plug;
4. Pours oil through the filler cap or oil filler plug opening;
5. Checks the oil level and verifies that it stands at the specified level;
6. Replaces the filler cap or plug and leaves the area clean; and
7. Takes proper action to prevent safety and pollution violations.