15 LMM V I S I O N ISSUE 20 | Q1 2025 CAMPAIGN relevant alarms activation. Moreover, specifically for D/G LO inlet pressure shutdown device, an upgrade has been decided during planned preventive replacement to meet Maker suggested type of installed component. 2. Verify that Dead Ship Recovery procedure and Blackout restoration procedure are posted in Main Switchboard. Actions taken: All vessels replied that procedures are properly posted and are readily available, which was confirmed through photos. 3. A questionnaire accompanies a subject letter to be filled by Chief Engineer, 2nd Engineer, 3rd Engineer, 4th Engineer and ETO, as instructed and returned to the office until 07 MARCH 2025, for further review evaluation. Actions taken: The results of the questionnaire are examined in this evaluation report. Based on the above, the following actions are established: ●● Inclusion in In-House Training Agenda: The subject evaluation will be added to the agenda of the next in-house training session. The goal is to emphasize the importance of these aspects and raise awareness among all personnel involved. ●● Circulation of Evaluation and Questionnaire: The Evaluation of Campaign, along with the questionnaire with correct answers, will be circulated across all fleet vessels. Instructions will be given to include this topic in the discussions during the next scheduled Safety Committee Meeting onboard, with the aim to promote and enhance safety awareness onboard and fostering the Safety culture towards the proper implementation of Company’s procedures. ●● Overall Awareness and Understanding: Reinforce onboard familiarization and training for Dead Ship Recovery procedures, familiarity to be enhanced through training, onboard safety meetings, further explanation of procedures during in-house or briefing. One more item is to evaluate the option of posting quick-reference sheets at the MSB is also advisable. ●● Alarm Prioritization: Investigate further the alarm prioritization feature with HYUNDAI ACONIS + KONGBSERG since it is considered a useful tool. ●● Crew-Driven Insights into Root Causes: Focus PMS review for enhancements on DG-related protection circuits, sensors, and shutdown devices. Incorporate the campaign findings in a Safety Alert and push these insights through both in-house training. ●● Knowledge-Based Multiple-Choice Results: Issue a targeted Safety Alert explaining the prioritization logic (e.g., emergency lighting, steering gear, fire detection, emergency bilge pumps) using simple graphics. Key takeaways Questions related to awareness and understanding level (Questions 1-5) ●● Overall Awareness and Understanding: The crew shows a generally good understanding of alarm systems, with 74% and 66% scoring highest in Questions 1 and 2 regarding alarm identification and interpretation. However, Question 4 (Dead Ship Recovery procedures) had the lowest score among awareness-related questions. This indicates a clear gap in confidence or familiarity, which could hinder response during real blackout scenarios. ●● Alarm Prioritization (Question 3a): Question 3a, High perceived usefulness (80% score) of a prioritized alarm interface was reported. Crew feedback (Fire & Gas alarms, Dead Man alarm, DG/ME shutdowns) shows operational interest in enhanced alarm management. ●● Crew-Driven Insights into Root Causes: From Question 5 and 5a, the most valued suggestions for reducing blackout events were: • Strengthening PMS related to diesel generator components. • Investing in crew training on engine rounds and parameter monitoring. • The feedback supports a balanced approach—technical and procedural—with multiple respondents underlining preventive maintenance and crew awareness as key contributors. Questions multiple choices for crew knowledge (Questions 6-10) ●● Knowledge-Based Multiple-Choice Results: Question 6, which required identifying equipment prioritized for power restoration post-blackout, had the lowest accuracy. The format (requiring two correct options) might have affected scores, but the content indicates a real knowledge gap. Conclusions The following actions were included: 1. Chief Engineer and responsible Officer(s) shall perform an actual test of Safety Shutdown Sensor LO inlet pressure switch activation that will trigger Auxiliary Engine shutdown at first convenience and your safety for each Generator, while running idle. If the safety LO inlet pressure switch is not applicable for your vessel, pressure transmitter for Safety shutdown to be tested. Actions taken: Tests conducted with satisfactory results on all vessels without findings. Fine tuning and adjustment for correct response was performed without any notable deviation. The verification process included actual testing of device activation when actual pressure is applied at the desired limit, actual shutdown of D/G and
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