ANALISIS OPERATIONAL INERT GAS GENERATOR (IGG) SISTEM TERHADAP PENCEGAHAN DAN MITIGASI RESIKO DI KAPAL MT. PANGALENGAN

Abstract

This study aims to analyze operational problems in the inert gas generator system that hamper the loading and unloading process on the MT. Pangalengan ship. The main problems identified were due to unplanned maintenance schedules for the inert gas generator and the failure of the combustion system on the inert gas generator as well as the high risk of accidents from the impact of high oxygen levels. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with a case study on the MT. Pangalengan ship. Data collection through direct observation during sea practice, in-depth interviews with the Chief Engineer, Second Engineer, Third Engineer, Fourth Engineer and Electrician, as well as documentation studies (Log Book, maintenance records) and the collected data were analyzed descriptively qualitatively assisted by Fishbone Diagrams to identify the root causes of the problem. The results of this study indicate that the lack of crew understanding in implementing the Planned Maintenance System on the IGG system, as well as suboptimal maintenance schedules and practices on IGG components and the impact of increased oxygen levels are the main factors identified in IGG operational problems. Based on these findings, the study recommends an operational analysis strategy for the inert gas generator (IGG) system towards risk prevention and mitigation during the loading and unloading process.