Osi Examiners Report - Formatted
Osi Examiners Report - Formatted
NOVEMBER 2021
OFFSHORE SUPPORT
INDUSTRY
Question 1
i. AHC Crane
ii. FMEA
iii. ISM Code
iv. Knock for knock
v. OVID
vi. W2W
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Students should have a general understanding of each of the terms/acronyms:
i. AHC Crane
Active Heave Compensating Crane.
An overview of function and examples of it’s application were expected.
ii. FMEA
Failure Mode Effects Analysis.
Method aimed at identifying potential failures and their corresponding
outcomes.
Reference to application in DP systems expected.
v. OVID
Offshore Vessel Inspection Database.
An inspection protocol for offshore vessels.
vi. W2W
Walk to Work.
Answer should reference:
Gangway access system.
Active motion compensation.
Leading manufacturers.
Question 2
Using diagrams to support your answer describe and identify the main features and
equipment of a modern Diving Support Vessel suitable for undertaking saturation diving
operations.
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Students were expected to produce a drawing of a Saturation Diving Support Vessel and the
sketch should provide sufficient detail to demonstrate understanding of the basic structure
and equipment incorporated in the vessel.
Features/equipment should include: Helideck, subsea cranes, ROV stations, moonpools,
saturation diving spread, substantial accommodation and a strengthened and extensive
clear deck.
Indicative hull dimensions would also be expected.
Question 3
BIMCO SUPPLYTIME 2005 is a charter party used within the offshore industry.
Select FIVE clauses you consider significant, discuss their relevance and any amendments
you might suggest explaining your reasons why.
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Marks were awarded for the rationale in selecting a particular clause as significant and its
relevance, the accuracy of describing the particular clause and the understanding
demonstrated with any amendments suggested.
Question 4
Offshore wind farms are constructed using both fixed and floating foundations. Describe
each of these concepts and contrast and compare the different type of construction,
support and service vessels that will be utilised by each type.
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A good answer will include details of:
Question 6
Use the world map provided to indicate areas where FPSOs are deployed. Describe the
operating concept of these vessels highlighting their advantages and disadvantages when
compared with other offshore installations.
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Key Areas were expected to include: West Africa, Brazil, UKCS/Norwegian Sea, SE Asia,
China, Australia
Describe the OSV spot, medium and long term charter markets; discuss their
advantages/disadvantages to both the charterer and owner.
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A good answer was expected to include:
Spot:
Volatile rates
Vessels hired only when required
Availability of vessels is unpredictable
Question 8
Discuss how the effects of the COVID 19 pandemic have impacted on the offshore support
industry.
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Looking for understanding of current and recent events, effects and mitigation measures.
Broad macro effects and more detailed specific effects/measures should be covered.