Level measuring devices and techniques

 

  Task: Level measuring devices and techniques

  Sub Task: Introduction to various level
measuring devices fitted onboard the vessel.

  Aims:

1.    
Identify various
level measuring devices.

2.    
What is the use of
level measuring devices?

3.    
How to read
measuring devices.

4.    
What is sounding
and ullage?

 

Requirement for performing the task:

1.    
Reference theory
from MEK text book

2.    
Various level
measuring devices

·       
Sounding rod

·       
Sounding tape

·       
Dip stick

·       
Gauge glass

·       
Sight glass etc.

 

Precaution to be observed:

1.    
Wear proper
PPE

2.    
Do not leave
the sounding pipe cap open.

3.    
Make sure
sounding tape is clean before use.

4.    
Do not close
the cock of gauge glass by mistake.