Equipment Manual of

Gangway and Operability

M/V
Normand Poseidon
IMO Number: 9422330
Port of Registry: Rio de Janeiro
 Summary

SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Objective
1.2 Operation

SECTION 2 VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................... 5

2.1 General specifications

2.2 Tonnage
2.3 Dimensions
2.4 Accommodations
2.5 Performance and Capabilities
2.6 Navigation Equipment
2.7 Safety and Rescue Equipment
2.8 Power of the propellers

SECTION 3 GOVERNMENT AND MANEUVER SYSTEM .................................................... 7

3.1 Main Machines

3.2 Main Propulsion
3.3 Bow Thruster
3.4 Azimuthal Bow Thruster
3.5 Control handles
3.6 Helicon 3x
3.7 Quick Tips from Azipull

SECTION 4 PROAM WALKWAY EQUIPMENT ............................................ 18

4.1 Photos of the Port Bow Console

4.2 Photos of the Port Bow Console
4.3 Photos of the Port Bow Console
4.4 Functions of the bow equipment

SECTION 5 EQUIPMENT OF THE AFT BRIDGE AND WINGS .................................. 27

5.1 Photos of the Stern Console

5.2 Photos of the Popa Boreste Console
5.3 Functions of the Stern Equipment
5.4 Wing Radar Presentations
5.5 Gyroscopic Aces of the WINGS

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SECTION 6 DYNAMIC POSITIONING SYSTEM ....................................... 34

6.1 Dynamic Positioning System

6.2 Reference Systems
6.3 ASOG

SECTION 7 EMERGENCY GOVERNMENT SYSTEM .......................................... 39

7.1 Fotos do sistema

SECTION 8 DOCUMENTS AND INFORMATION PANELS OF THE PASSAGE ....... 43

8.1 Library
8.2 Partition panels
8.3 Pastas
8.4 Lifesaving Equipment of the Bridge
8.5 Acknowledgments

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SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 Objetivo
This manual aims to instruct the new crew members of the Normand.
Poseidon regarding the use of bridge equipment. Furthermore,
the capabilities and characteristics of will also be described in this document
vessel in relation to navigation, maneuverability, power and
operability. All the material collected for the preparation of this manual comes from
not only from the specific manuals of each equipment but also from the
experience of the Nautical Officers working on the vessel.
The models described here are specific to this vessel and will serve as
important source for the onboarding processes of new Nautical Officers,
practitioners or other interested individuals.
The information presented here is of practical knowledge and has
o foco em familiarizar os novos tripulantes, portanto, qualquer informação de
consultative character or very detailed should be consulted in the manual
specific to the equipment.
For the assistance of all crew members, it is important that this manual is
easily available for consultation and continues to be renewed by the new ones
bridge teams as updates are made on the boat.

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1.2 Operation
The Normand Poseidon is a 'Submarine Construction' vessel.
English called Construction Support Vessel (CSV). This name is due to its
ability to position and repair equipment on the seabed. These functions
are carried out with the help of the main crane on deck and the ROVs (robots
specialized in deep diving.

The ship primarily provides its services to the production units.

of offshore oil, since from the oil well to the platform there are
hundreds of structures that are positioned on the ocean floor.

In this way, the vessel sails to a certain location, performs a

work using the crane and/or ROVs on the seabed, and upon completion of the
service, the next dive location is informed, then the boat sails to the
next location and executes the task.
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SECTION 2 VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS
2.1 General Specifications
Normand Poseidon is a CSV equipped with a class II Konsberg DP, a crane.
MacGregor submarine of 100 tons, and with a Moon pool. The vessel also
has facilities for the installation of ROVs and diving systems. In addition to these
features, the ship has tanks capable of carrying liquid mud, Brine,
Methanol and special products.
Call Sign: PU6294
Classifier: DNV
Design: MT 6016 Mk. III
Construction yard: Kleven Yard AS
Ano de término de construção: 2009
Flag: Brazil (special Brazilian registration)
Port of registry: Rio de Janeiro
Armador: Solstad Offshore ASA

2.2 Tonnage
Gross Tonnage: 4869 t
Net Tonnage: 1588 t
Deadweight: 4247 t
Displacement S: 7812 t
Light Ship: 3565 t

2.3 Dimensions
Length Over All (LOA): 93.60 meters
Distances between perpendiculars (LPP): 86.60 meters
Molded mouth: 19.70 meters
Molded draft: 7.85 meters
Summer draft: 6.30 meters

2.4 Accommodations

Individual cabins: 14
Camarotes duplos: 27
Camarotes triplos: 2
Total capacity of people: 74

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2.5 Performance and Capabilities
Velocidade: 16,0 nós
Ballast Water: 2100 m³
Drill Water: 1800 m³
Drinking water: 1002 m³
Fuel oil (90%): 1017 m³
Loading area on the deck: 1046 m²
Tanque de Brine (90%): 456 m³
Liquid mud tank: (90%): 1045 m³
Methanol (90%): 193 m³
Special products (90%): 192 m³

2.6 Navigation Equipment

X-band radar: SAM
S-band radar: SAM
ECDIS–SAM Chartpilot
Navigation information display screen: SAM
Gyroscopic needle: 3x Anschutz
GPS: 2x SAAB R4
Echo Sounder: SAM 4620
AIS: SAM Integrated
Log: Furuno RD-30

2.7 Safety and rescue equipment

Lifebuoy Boats Deck: 2x25 PAX HAINING
Lifeboats superstructure: 6x35 PAX DSB
Rescue boat: 1 Weedo 600
Life Jackets: 96 Misc.
Immersion clothes: 78 Takashima Life
EPIRB: 2 Jotron
SART: 2 Jotron
EEBD: 10 Ocenco

2.8 Power of the thrusters

2 Azipull thrusters at the stern of 2200 kW each.
2x Bow Tunnel Thrusters (transverse propellers) of 1050 kW each.
1x Retractable Bow Azimuth of 883 kW

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SECTION 3 GOVERNMENT SYSTEM AND MANEUVER
3.1 Main Machines
The Normand Poseidon is equipped with four main engines.
built by Caterpillar type 3516TA C. Each machine has a
power of 2100 KW and is connected to a generator.
The main machines are all positioned in the machine room.
vessels and were built for manual operation in the CCM via PMS
(Power Management System). These devices can also be stopped in
emergency directly from the engine room. The ship's PMS is configured in
mode 'Loan Dependent Start', therefore if a machine is running and more
the energy required from this may provide, another machine will be activated
automatically. (The air compressors used to start the engines
are also located in the machine room.
3.2 Main propulsion
The vessel has two fixed pitch Rolls Royce Azipulls, both
with a power of 2200 Kw each. Take note, because Azipull’s are different from the
famous Azipods.
The Azipulls have a 360-degree rotation and a hydrodynamic design.
which allows for high maneuverability efficiency, consumption, and stability
directional when compared to other boats. Due to being diesel type
Electric ones also have less noise and vibration.

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3.3 Bow Thrusters
The vessel is equipped with two tunnel thrusters at the bow.
positioned in the transverse direction. These thrusters have 1050 Kw of
each power, have fixed RPM and controllable pitch, therefore they have a
very quick response. Be aware, as the bow thrusters have no effect
significant at high speeds (above 5 knots) and should not be connected
during long and fast navigations.

3.4 Retractable Azimuthal Propulsor

The vessel is equipped with a bow thruster with a power of 883 kW.
and fixed pitch. This thruster is used exclusively in DP operations and
rarely in dockings, therefore in other situations he should be accommodated and
protected inside the hull. Attention, in movements above 3 knots this
equipment must be collected, since if subjected to high speeds
it may be damaged.

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3.5 Control Handles
In its default configuration, the movements of the boat are controlled by
joysticks located in the bow or stern of the bridge. The joysticks
main thrusters and bow retractable thruster controllers rotate 360
degrees only move in one direction. The controls for the Bow thruster are located in the
transversal, they do not rotate and can be moved to both edges.
Attention, because on this ship, you are literally controlling the flow of
water from the propellers should turn the thrusters to starboard to steer to
port side and vice versa.

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3.6 Helicon X3
The Helicon X3 is the Rolls Royce console through which control is performed.
remote control of the ship's propulsion system. On the screen, the operator can activate the
propulsion systems and their respective pumps, change the mode of operation of the ship and the
steering, lowering the azimuth thruster, putting the vessel on autopilot
and several other functions.

On the Normand Poseidon Bridge, there are two control screens.

Helicon X3. To define which one will be effectively controlling the
propellers, you should press the "In Command" button, when you click it you will hear
a whistle and from that moment that screen will be in control.
Always inform the on-duty Machinist that the machines will be
required, provide accurate information regarding the number of generators that will be
necessary and what type of operation will be carried out. Keep in mind that
major changes will always require more energy. For example, the use of
main crane, use of the Anti-helling system (ballast and band control) and
others.
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 After choosing a control console, you will need to activate the thrusters.
To perform such a function, navigate through the left column to the thruster tab that
if you want to activate it, turn on the pump, wait a few seconds, and then turn on the thruster.

On the control tab of the Retractable Azimuth, you can lower or raise it.
clicking on the Lift button, for example, it will start to blink, this means that it is
in the process of ascending movement. The same for the process of descent
through the 'Lower' button.

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 The main and daily use features will be presented next.
do Helicon 3X.

Maneuver: In maneuvering mode, the thrusters have an angular freedom of 360 degrees.
graus, porém a RPM será reduzida. Esse modo é utilizado nas atracações,
dredging and DP operations. Attention, do not forget to pass the configuration
from Helicon X3 to 'Maneuver' before putting the boat in DP.

Transit: This mode is configured for travel, in it the angular movement of the
thrusters are limited to 35 degrees. If the vessel is in mode
"Maneuver" and if accelerated above 10 knots, an alarm will be activated requesting
to activate 'Transit' mode. In this configuration, the system gains more
RPM, therefore it is also used to gain momentum if the boat
stay still.

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RPM Mode: The order given on the levers is the percentage of a fixed value of
RPM, if you want to achieve significant RPM values, you must maintain a lot of order.
This mode is recommended for DP operations and moorings. The machine orders
the steering wheels become less sensitive. The load on the generator in this mode is variable.
load on the bus and the fixed RPM. When to switch from POWER MODE to RPM
The propeller rotation mode will reduce.
Power Mode: The order given on the levers is the percentage of charge in the
dam, logo, in case you don't change the machine order and activate the Power Mode
you will always notice a significant gain in RPM. The machine orders in
the magnets will become more sensitive. The load on the generator during POWER MODE stays
fix the variable RPM. When switching from RPM MODE to POWER MODE the
the engine rotation will increase.

IMPORTANT: In the routines of Normand Poseidon to exit from a

Operation DP and winning follow-up can be done as follows:
During the DP operation, the boat will be in RPM MODE and MANOUVRE. After that,
to take the command in the console of the front, prepare the vessel on the desired course,
still with little follow-up, put in Transit (note that the RPM will increase)
turn off the Bows and, upon gaining some speed, just over 5 knots, reduce
a little the order of machines and switch to Power Mode. Again you
You will see the RPM rise without giving a machine command. Always remember to check.
the load on the generators before giving command on the levers or switching to Power Mode.
It is considered good practice to always be in contact with the machine during
these moments.
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Autopilot: After approving the vessel and reaching the desired course, one must
activate this button for navigation. This way the vessel will maintain the
Approach ordered by the autopilot console and the pilot will no longer need to
use the Helicon levers to steer the boat.

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3.7 Dicas Rápidas de Azipull
This chapter is dedicated to providing the first basic information for
maneuver of Normand Poseidon. The system of government with Azipulls differs not
not only in maneuverability, but also in the handling of the levers.
When activating the thrusters and using the levers to control them, one must
keep in mind that you are managing the propulsor itself, therefore the
the pilot will be controlling the movements of the vectors that act exactly where
these thrusters are positioned at the stern. On a conventional vessel
to use the helm, you must move the lever to starboard to go to starboard.
however, when it comes to Azipull's, the opposite occurs, that is, one must turn the
handles for the bow to move the bow to port.
Simple Turn: The simple turn can be performed as follows, when one...
position in the controls (with the machine ahead), if you want to steer towards
port side, just turn your left hand inward about 20 degrees. Upon reaching
a comfortable reason comes back halfway. This reasoning method makes control easier
of the boat in the first moments and it's a great tip not to get confused in
start. To veer to port, turn the right hand inward, then you do not
it will be necessary to think about the inverted movements of Azipull, since to go to
left you are using the left hand and vice versa.

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Yaw break: Upon reaching a comfortable yaw rate and returning the
stay in the middle, naturally the drag of the boat will cause the rate of turn
reduce, but if you want to break the turn, use it after positioning the two
pull the lever halfway, use the lever opposite to the direction of rotation with movement to
inside. For example, after making a turn to starboard (turning your hand to the
console the boreste inward), turn this lever halfway and then turn your hand
esquerda para dentro, rapidamente perceberá a frenagem do giro da embarcação.
Braking: In the control of the Azipulls, if you want to reduce the ship's following.
One should not give reverse propulsion directly, as at high speeds this attitude
will make you lose your shape almost completely. It should be diminished the
speed by placing one thruster against the other and increasing the power, like this
the drag generated by the thruster flow will cause the segment to fall
quickly and safely. After the speed decreases considerably
With less than 3 knots, one can give machines in reverse to stop the boat.

Berthing configuration: At the moments of berthing and unberthing it is

it is possible to control the approach very well with just one propeller, therefore
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use a propeller in the longitudinal direction as a course control and
following, and the other in the transverse direction, thus you will earn a Stern
Powerful thruster. It is a good practice to use the thruster on the side in the longitudinal.
that will dock. In other words, if it is going to dock on the port side, leave the thruster on
port side for longitudinal and starboard for transversal.

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SECTION 4 EQUIPMENT OF THE BOW WALKWAY
4.1 Photo of the Port Bow Console

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4.2 Photo of the Port Bow Console

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4.3 Photos of the Port Bow Console

4.4 Functions of the bow equipment

Chart Pilot
The Normand Poseidon is equipped with an integrated navigation system, this
a unique system connects ECDIS, RARES, and the Data Display Screen of
Manoeuvre. For example, when creating and selecting a defeat to be navigated on
ECDIS will automatically also appear on the RADAR.
Basic RADAR presentations such as EBLs, VRMs, indexed parallels
and others, after being made in the RADAR, are automatically displayed in Carta.
Electronics.

Radars
The vessel is equipped with two radars, one X band and the other S band.
that during navigation they are essential equipment. Always remember to
turn off the radars when heading to the Helideck, as the radiation emitted by
they can be harmful to health.
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ECDIS (Electronic Chart)
The boat is equipped with two screens that display the nautical charts in a manner
electronics in use for operation. The ECDIS of the Normand Poseidon has several
possible configurations, therefore it is a slightly more complicated system than
the others used in the other Offshore support vessels.

Display Screens for Maneuver Data

This screen displays various important data during maneuvers:
seguimento, razão de guinada, aproamento, curso, velocidade da proa, velocidade
from the back, falling and others.

Autopilot
Vessel control system when it is put into mode
de piloto automá[Link]és dele se realizam as guinadas e controle de
approach. In this system, it is possible to change the turning ratio of the vessel,
response of the propellers among other characteristics related to the government.

VHF
Standard radio communication system for all ships, it is used for
realizar contato com outras embarcações e/ou com o porto. Mantenha escuta no
channel 16.

VHF Alarm Panel

On one of the emergency signal presentation panels, it is possible to mute the
alerts from this panel.

UHF
Short-range communication system used to make contacts
interns on the vessel, bridge-deck, bridge-hatch, etc.

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Internal communication phones
The Normand Poseidon has an internal communication system of
phones that connect most of the establishments on the boat. This system is
widely used for communications between the machine and the bridge, kitchen-
gangway, if it is necessary to contact any box, etc.

Self-exciting Telephone
Communication equipment that uses the self-excitation system to
communications. Select the location you want to call and turn the crank.

Minerva fire alarm manager

The Minerva system manages the fire alarms and sensors throughout
boat, any fire detected will be reported on the bridge by
middle of this. If hot work is to be performed near a detector
From fire and smoke, it is possible to isolate this sensor through the Minerva system.
The board next to the equipment is where the sensors that are recorded.
isolated). Right below the console of this system, there are red buttons for
emergency stop for fire fighting pumps.

Hi-Fog control system

Firefighting foam system control panel of
internal compartments of the vessel.

AIS
It is a device that identifies and provides information regarding the
{"embarcações na proximidade":"vessels nearby","identidade do navio":"ship identity","tipo":"type","posição":"position","rumo":"course","destino":"destination"}

load, speed, and other safety information. In RADAR and ECDIS you
you will see the identification of triangles, that is the electronic representation of the system
AIS on the screens. The information on this equipment is added manually.
therefore whenever the ship's status changes do not forget to change the
information in the AIS.

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NAVTEX
The NAVTEX system transmits relevant information for everyone
sizes and types of ships within the established area for this service. He
also provides warnings to navigators and routine weather reports and
other urgent safety information for ships. A device for
selective rejection of messages by the receiver allows the maritime professional to receive only the
safety information that interests you.

Ecobatimeter
The ecobatimeter is an apparatus used for probing that is based on
measurement of the time elapsed between the emission of a sound pulse of frequency
sonic or ultrasonic, and the reception of the same signal after being reflected by the bottom
of the sea, lagoon, or riverbed.

DGPS navigation
The global positioning system, better known by the acronym GPS, is a
satellite navigation system that provides a mobile receiver device with its
position and velocity.

Anemometer
The anemometer of the Normand Poseidon indicates the relative wind, by
Equipment is capable of identifying wind speed, relative direction.
the gust.

Mini-Wheel
It is possible to use the navigation command of the Normand Poseidon.
simulando o uso de lemes. Para isso deve-se ativar o controle através do Mini-
Wheel and then control the ship's steering with the helm almost like in a
conventional vessel.

Emergency Stop Thrusters

Emergency stop system of the thrusters. When activating a certain
the respective propeller will be immediately stopped.

General alarm panel

Panel that centralizes the alarms of the vessel.

Search Light
Control panel for the direction and intensities of the lights used for searches
no sea.

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Navigation Lights Panel
Navigation light control panel, in case a light stops functioning
the equipment will sound an alarm.

Watertight Doors Control System

System that controls the opening and closing of the watertight doors throughout
embarkation.

Gyroscopic needle monitors

Panels for reading information from the gyros present in the
boat, it is possible to change the main turn through the 'Changeover Unit'.

Additional lights panel of the vessel

Deck light control center, crane, cable spreaders and others
workplaces.

Sound communication system

According to the RIPEAM rules, the boat must have the capacity to
communicate via sound signals. For this function, the Normand Poseidon has the
Typhoon system.

Hospital Alarm System

The Normand Poseidon is equipped with a infirmary with several
first-aid materials, medications, stretcher, among others. This alarm
signals on the walkway that someone in the infirmary needs assistance.

Engineer E0 Panel
Machine alarms with presentations on the bridge are also possible.
use this panel to contact the engineer.

Clinometer
Mechanical equipment for measuring the beam of the vessel. It is
independent of other electronic systems, therefore it is reliable. Very
usable for comparisons with other balance measuring methods.

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INMARSAT

The INMARSAT is a device that is part of the GMDSS, it has

various communication functions with other ships and/or with land.
It has several functions ranging from receiving weather alerts to
transmission of radiotelephone messages by MF/HF frequency, however its
The main objective is to provide the possibility of communication in situations of
rescue and salvation.

INMARSAT is an essential component of the GMDSS set.

a large part of the ships that sail the world. It has its own logbook where
important messages must be introduced. He is able to send and receive
messages in the area (called EGC's). Urgency and Safety messages
will only appear in the file to be read, but the ones from HELP will ring
an alarm capable of being heard throughout the length of the walkway.

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Iridium

Satellite provider capable of offering voice and data services anywhere

place on Earth, Iridium is trusted by numerous fleets to ensure
connectivity and efficiency. Unlike other providers, Iridium eliminates
the congestion of communications and provides complete coverage. When
other vessels "turn off", the fleets equipped with Iridium devices
remain online and connected. Used as the main solution of
connectivity or as a companion of INMARSAT. It is not part of the
GMDSS.

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SECTION 5 EQUIPMENT OF THE AFT BRIDGE AND WINGS

5.1 Photo of the stern equipment

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5.2 Photo of the port stern equipment

5.3 Functions of the stern equipment

Anti Heeling
Vessel band control system through movement of
water from one edge to another. It can be used in automatic or manual mode.
for weight transfer from one edge to another. Attention, this device is very
used during crane movements and is considered good practice
notify machines when it is used.

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Fire Pump Control
Location of the activation of the pumps that feed the firefighting network
boat fire.

CCTV
Equipment that controls the view of the cameras that will be presented in
the monitor is.

K-Chief
Extremely complex system that manages various
ship systems, ballast, energy, drinking water pumps and others.

ROV Team Communication Microphone

Microphone through which communications are made with the team performing
the control of the ROV. Through this equipment, the movements are requested
from the boat so that it follows the robot.

DP
The Dynamic Positioning system is capable of controlling the
movements of vessels under varying environmental conditions, for this we
uses various sensors, computers, and equipment. The DP has a
a dedicated chapter in this document will describe the functioning,
capabilities and equipment that constitute it.

Cjoy
Equipment that is part of the DP set and has a computer
individual, is used in emergency situations to keep the vessel in
position in case the Dynamic Positioning System has any critical failure.

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internal iron mouth
Megaphone used to make contact and announcements from the gangway to with
all the compartments of the superstructure. It is widely used to give notices of
training and evacuation.

External iron mouth

Megaphone used for the same purpose as the internal Iron Mouth.
however this is intended for communications with the deck.

Wiper cleaner
Control panel for the windshield wipers of the bridge, very useful in
rainy days or in situations where the glass fogs up due to difference
of temperature.

DP Selector Switch
Selector that sends the command of the thrusters to the system of
dynamic positioning. Pay attention, before switching to DP mode
"Manouvre" must be selected on Helicon X3.

ASOG alert on the status of the operation

Panel through which the security status of the DP operation is communicated.

Reference systems
The reference systems of the dynamic positioning system
(FANBEAM, HIPAP, DGPS's) are explained in detail in chapter 6 of this.
document

Emergency stop of the pumps

Emergency stop system for the vessel's pumps is possible
pause the ballast pumps, potable water, among others through the buttons
red. Be aware, as the red buttons at the bow only prevent the
fire pumps.

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Cell phones
These small phones are mainly intended for communication.
internal at Normand Poseidon.

Some equipment that is present in the aft console is not

were described in Section 5, as they are identical to others already described in the Section
4. For example, self-excited phone, UHF and others.

DP Printers
DP system printers produce copies of the screen, alarms, and status of
equipment.

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5.4 Wing Radar Presentations
On both wings of the gangway of the Normand Poseidon, you can find
Radar consoles, these screens are repeaters of the main presentation screen.
Cwing
Emergency system of the DP that has its own computer and
can maintain the vessel's approach and control of the thrusters in case
emergency. The Cwing can be installed on both wing consoles with
the radar presentation screens.

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8.4 Gyroscopic Axes of the WINGS
At both wings of the bridge, gyroscopic needles are present in the
which can install a theodolite. They are generally used to calculate the
needle error and make visual markings.

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SECTION 6 DYNAMIC POSITIONING SYSTEM
6.1 Dynamic Positioning System
The Normand Poseidon is equipped with a Konsberg K-Pos type DP system, a
computerized system for dynamic and automatic control of position and
approaching the vessel. The system reads the various forces felt.
through the vessels via sensors and then provides a force response
through the use of thrusters so that this external vector is nullified and the
the position of the vessel should be maintained.

The DP operator can select approaches, speeds,

movements and positions for the boat, these will be processed by the system to
provides orders to the thrusters, the computer is programmed to always find
an optimized configuration of the thrusters.
The DP Konsberg K-pos also has a manual joystick for control.
of the movements of the vessel.

It is very important that all operators and future operators of the system
from the DP of Normand Poseidon, read the DP Operator Manual.
vessel and the FMEA Report, in this way they will be aware of the capabilities
and system limitations.
Any Dynamic Positioning operation must always have nearby.
properly trained and qualified personnel on the walkway, in addition to that the
company procedures, orders from the commander and safety procedures
Global DPs must always be followed.
The Normand Poseidon is equipped with a DP Class II, which means that
it has equipment and connection redundancy, therefore in cases of failure
in which the system is degraded, it will still be able to function and maintain
position.

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6.2 Reference systems
A ship operating in open sea is subject to the forces of nature, wind,
waves, ocean currents and others. All these vectors have a direct influence on
positioning of the vessel, and, as explained in the previous topic, the
the system uses the sensors to measure such forces and the thrusters to cancel them.
But how does the boat know where it should be in relation to the globe? For that
the system is also equipped with Position Reference System, they are:
2x DGPS Veripos:O sistema de DGPS oferece um sinal de localização
much more precise than GPS, as it provides a differential signal based on
both in satellite positions and in antenna positions on land,
therefore they are ideal for the DP system. Two different differential systems of
global positioning systems are installed on the boat, they receive the correction signal
via MF (IALA) and L-Band (INMARSAT). For more information, read the manual
to do Veripos.

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 HiPAP (High Precision Acoustic Positioning): HiPAP is used for a
transmitter and a receiver of hydroacoustic signals to determine the position of the
vessel in relation to a fixed structure or some submerged object (ROV). The
the Hipap control console works in a simple way, despite being a
complex equipment, one button lowers the HiPaP and another raises it, besides that the
panel warns if the HiPAP is on the hull or in the water. Attention, the equipment is very
sensitive and in no way should it be sailed with it lowered, always raise it
HiPAP before starting the trip.

Radius: Reference system that uses an interrogator (positioned in

ship) that transmits a signal to a transponder (positioned on the target, usually
on the platform), thus determining the position. The Radius can operate in
various adverse conditions. The transponder is kept on the vessel and must
to be lifted by crane to the Offshore unit when it is to be used.

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 FanBeam: The MDL FanBeam is a reference system based on
high precision laser reflection. A laser reflector must be positioned in the unit
which will serve as a fixed reference. The Fanbeam sends a laser beam that is reflected
in unity, the reception of this reflection is captured and the computerized system
calculates the distance, marking and sends this data to the DP.

Light Taut Wire: Reference system that uses a long steel wire
tied to a weight that rests on the seabed, the equipment is capable of detecting
movement of the boat through the reading of the different tensions that the cable undergoes. The
Normad Poseidon has the structure to use this DP reference system.
However, since Taut Wire is made for shallow waters and in Brazil most of the
exploration occurs in deep waters, this equipment is not found in
use at the time this manual is written. For more information about it
see the Operator Manual DP.

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6.3 ASOG
The ASOG is a document that describes guidelines for safe DP operations.
each color indicating a status of the operation, according to the fulfillment of these
guidelines the operation will be within some coloring. For example, the color green
it means very safe operation, that is, the functioning of the equipment
is within safety standards. If any thruster should come to
fail, or if the environmental conditions become dangerous, the operation will change color,
for red, for example. In addition, each coloration is also linked to
an attitude that should be taken.

In a safe DP operation situation, the status of the ASOG will be green.

if the operator observes an occurrence of degradation, he has the responsibility
to change the operation status to yellow or red, for example, indicating
thus the operation stops. The ASOG is very important as it does not allow space
for subjectivism or interests regarding the issue of security, because even
if a Junior operator changes the status of the operation, the whole team will know that they must
proceed to a safe work stoppage, or even a completion
emergency.

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SECTION 7 EMERGENCY GOVERNMENT SYSTEM AND STATIONS OF
MANEUVER

7.1 Emergency Government

To activate the emergency governor system of the main thrusters
you must set the frequency converter to 'Local' and then the 'Steering'
Control Panel" to "Local" as well. In these locations, there are details of how
operate the system. A Gyro Needle repeater is positioned
for sharpening reference. There is a communication set installed by
internal telephone and self-exciting telephone for communication with the bridge
during this maneuver.

To reverse the above explained procedure, move the 'Switch' from location to
remote.

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7.2 Governance by AutoPilot
The large wings are usually made using the Autopilot system.
from the vessel. To select an autopilot navigation, it is necessary to:
Take the command in the Helicon X3 from the front.
Bring the vessel alongside.
Check if the Autopilot panel is turned on and configured.
Turn the switch to Autopilot mode.
Select the AutoPilot on the Helicon X3 screen.

From this moment on, the turns and changes in the direction of the boat must be
made in the Autopilot console, it is also possible to select reasons for
yaw, rotation speed of the thrusters, among others.

7.3 AutoPilot for manual control

Before starting the DP tests or in approaches to port areas, the
The ship must be operated in manual mode. It is possible to select this mode.
just deselecting the 'Autopilot' mode by the Helicon X3 or passing it
control for the MiniWheel, however if you only turn one handle of the propeller
above 30 degrees the Autopilot will be disabled automatically.

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 MiniWheel: By clicking once on 'Rudder Lever On' you will switch to
steering the vessel with the small steering wheel of the front console, using
only one of the main thrusters. Upon clicking "Rudder Lever" for the second time
Now you will be maneuvering with both thrusters using the helm.
Attention, because even in this mode you will still be effectively controlling.
the force vectors of the thrusters, that is, it should yaw to port to
go to the northeast and vice versa.

Manual Levers: The operation of the levers has already been explained in this
document in previous chapters, but due to its importance, it is worth mentioning
some other functions.

The Back-up button on the controllers must be activated if it is being

noticed an abnormal behavior in the control or are not
responding. This button is present on all control levers of the bridge and has
a particular signal transmission in relation to the connection used in operations
normal. Furthermore, if any thruster is having a problem, a red light
it will remain lit in the handle, in this situation it is crucial to solve the problem
before proceeding with trips or DP operations.
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7.4 Government transition from plaintiff to defendant, and vice versa.
When switching between the bow/stern maneuvering stations, first switch
the key of the bow command station to the position where you intend to make
the maneuver, after that go to the station and select "InCommand" on the Helicon X3,
after 'Accept', you will hear a loud beep, and then you will have the command. The same
process for both stations.
In the control section of the rear, there is also a switch, this is used to play.
the command for the DP, Manual or Cjoy (JS). After taking the command at the station
Just switch the selector to DP or Cjoy and the respective equipment.
use the "Take" option (if you are not going to use manual mode). Remember to pass
for DP the switching before trying to enable the Positioning System
Dynamic.

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SECTION 8 DOCUMENTS AND OTHER EQUIPMENT
8.1 Library and stationery
The bridge of most ships is not only a command tower.
it is also a complete nautical library, several very important documents
are available to all crew members for consultation. Various reference books
from IMO, Nautical Institute, Brazilian Navy are available in their versions
originals in Normand Poseidon. It is encouraged that the Nautical staff have
knowledge, not of the nuances of each document, but rather of where to search
certain information.
There is also a real stationery store on the promenade of the Normand
Poseidon, printers, laminators, various types of paper, inks, and many
outros. Esses materiais são muito importantes, pois além de dar capacidade ao
The production of quality documents still serves as a great help for
improvisations, since at sea the ability to "make do with what you have" is
indispensable.
The specific manuals for each device are also housed in
gangway, any specific information should be researched in these.

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8.2 Panels of the bulkheads
At the entrance of the walkway, you will find various information panels,
from the routines of the vessel to the classification of clouds. All of these are like this
willing, as they have important information for daily use. It is recommended
that the Nautical Officers know about the arrangement of these.

8.3 Pastas
The gangway of the Normand Poseidon, as well as several other boats,
It has several folders, in which documents of great importance are filed.
for the legal operation of the vessel. The folders contain permissions for
work, boat certificates, crew familiarizations, etc.

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8.4 Lifesaving Equipment of the Bridge
The gangway of the Normand Poseidon has several equipment for
safety and rescue, all arranged for easy access and use. It is essential
that all Nautical Officers know how to use them, as well as the
positioning of these.

SART and EPIRB

The SART is a piece of equipment for
RADAR location within the scenario
where the incident occurred.

The EBIRB is a device for

emergency call via signal
satellite.
They are positioned in easily accessible places.
access, as they must be taken to the
life rafts in case of an accident.

FIREMAN CLOTHES
Firefighter clothes and
fire extinguishers
are allocated no
gangway for situations
of fighting the fire.
For but
information regarding
use of the
combat equipment
in case of fire read the manual
about o respective
subject.
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SIGNALERS, RADIOS AND FLASHLIGHTS

The walkway too

has UHF and VHF radios,
lanterns and signal devices for
will be used in cases of
an accident.
These equipment
they should also be taken to
like lifeboats, because
are part of the requirements
SOLAS.

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8.5 Acknowledgments
This manual was prepared with the help of excellent Nautical Officers who
We are attacking Normand Poseidon, we hope he can serve as a good
source of information for familiarization.
The vessel is very large and has thousands of features, therefore it is of
extreme importance that the reader continues seeking information through others
documents arranged on the boat.
Some knowledge will only come with time and practice, unfortunately this none
manual is capable of teaching. This is one of the things that make life at sea so
interesting.
Some reading suggestions after finishing this are: Salvage Manual
Normand Poseidon, DP Operator Manual, FMEA REPORT, Manual of
SOLAS LSA training and SOLAS FSS training manual.
Thank you for completing the reading, we wish smooth sailing to all!

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