Safety issue

Safety issue description

Bow Singapore’s planned maintenance system for the steering gear did not include or contain any schedules for detailed inspections or parts replacement.

Issue number MO-2016-005-SI-01
Issue owner Odfjell Management
Transport function Marine: Shipboard operations
Date issue released 05/10/2017
Issue status justification

The action taken by Odfjell Management will significantly reduce the likelihood of an unexpected steering gear component failure.

Safety action

Action type Proactive action
Action number MO-2016-005-NSA-006
Organisation Odfjell Management
Action date 05/10/2017
Action description

Following the incident, Odfjell Management introduced 3 and 6 month job entries into their planned maintenance system for the inspection and testing of the steering gear unit. The 6‑monthly schedule included specific requirements relating to preventative maintenance of the steering gear solenoid valve.

Action status Closed