Shiphandling with
Tugs, Second Edition is a
comprehensive text for the mariner who wants to learn how to safely
operate tugs in assisting ships to and from their berths in ports and
anchorages. It includes a new chapter on ship escort with updated and
expanded chapters on today’s tugs, including descriptions and
illustrations on the latest tractor tug design and capabilities.
Captain Jeff
Slesinger has two seagoing passions. One is navigating and piloting;
the other is teaching the skills of a professional mariner. He has
created onboard and simulator programs for tug handling, bridge resource
management, and other professional skills. He presides over his
company, Delphi Maritime, while continuing to operate tugs in the
Pacific Northwest.
CONTENTS
Preface
Acknowledgements
1. An Introduction to Shipwork
2. Piloting
3. The Tugs
4. Propulsion and Steering
5. Structural Considerations
6. Clear and Rigging for Shipwork
7. Handling the Light Tug
8. Ship-Tug Interaction and Tug handling
9. Basic Tug Positions in Shipwork
10. Basic Shiphandling Principles
11. Steering and Propelling Ships with Tugs
12. Turning and Laterally Moving Ships with Tugs
13. Checking a Ship’s Way with Tugs
14 Basic Shiphandling Maneuvers with Tugs
15. Handling Dead Ships
16. Tugs and Anchors
17. Using Tugs in Exposed Waters
18. Salvage and Emergency Situations
19. Ship Escort
20. Communications Between Ship and Tugs
21. Conclusion
Answers to the Study Questions
Appendix
References
Index
About the Author
