Task No. 18
Task: Storage Tank
Sub Task: Different types of storage
tank available in engine room and purpose.
Aims:
1.
What are the
different types of storage tanks available in E/R.
2.
What is the purpose
of storage tank?
3.
What are the things
you will find on storage tank?
Requirement for performing the task:
1.
Reference theory from MEK text book
Precaution to be observed:
1.
All the tank
should have quick closing valve.
2.
Air vent
should be provided on each tank.
3.
Tank low
level and high level alarm should function properly.
4.
Sounding pipe
should be at easy access point.
TYPES
OF STORAGE TANK:
1.
Lube oil
storage tank: Use to store lube oil.
2.
Fuel oil
storage tank: use to store fuel oil.
3.
Waste oil
storage tank :
4.
Fresh water
storage tank :
5.
Bilge holding
storage tank :
6.
Sewage
holding tank :
Ballast tanks