R/V Clifford A. Barnes
Users' Handbook
R/V CLIFFORD A. BARNES is a 65 foot vessel owned by the National Science Foundation and operated under a Charter Party agreement by the University of Washington's School of Oceanography. It is intended for use primarily in the sheltered waters of Western Washington and British Columbia.
This handbook is intended to provide guidance to embarked personnel on the policies, regulations, procedures, safety and lifesaving precautions, and operational capabilities of the vessel.
R/V BARNES and marine operations support personnel exist for the sole purpose of implementing scientific research and student instruction, and it is the intent of the School to be responsive to the needs of the users. Please contact either the Manager of Marine Operations or the Ship's Technical Manager at (206) 543-5062 and 543-5648, respectively, for additional information and assistance.
Richard W. Sternberg, Director
School of Oceanography
Geroge White, Ship's Technical Manager
gwhite@ocean.washington.edu
LOA 65' 5.5"
Beam 19' 7.5"
Tonnage 86 Displacement Tons
Main Propulsion CAT D379 400 hp
Fuel 1920 gal
Speed Range 2-10 knots
Cruise Speed 8.5-9 knots
Range 1600 miles
Endurance 7 days
Crew 2
Scientists 6
Deck Load 4000 lbs
Crane Alaska Marine MCT 3-30 (1600 lbs)
Winches (fixed) Hydro: Rowe with 1000 m of 0.25" wire rope
CTD: Rowe 0.322" 3 conductor cable
Winches (portable) (2) Rowe general purpose winches
Kolstrand with 0.322" 3 conductor cable
Kolstrand with level wind, user supplied wire
Trawl Vangs
Auxiliary Power 3 phase/450V/80KW
Isolated Power 1 phase/117V/1.5KW
Communications Equipment ICOM M120 VHF-FM
ICOM M127 VHF-FM
ICOM M600 SSB
Cellular phone
Radar Furuno FR 8051
Sounders Simrad EA-501p in laboratory
Raytheon V-820 in pilothouse
Loran/GPS Northstar 951x differential GPS in laboratory
Northstar 800 Loran C / 8000 GPS in pilothouse
Speed Log Paddle wheel type, readout in pilothouse sounder
Navigation plotter Nobeltec Visual Navigation Suite
Gyrocompass Sperry SR 220
Autopilot Sperry PR 1085E
Work Boat 4 meter Avon Searider (RHIB) with 20 hp O/B
Scientific Freezer 5 cu. ft.
Policy:
R/V BARNES is intended to be used in support of oceanographic research projects within the inland waters of the Puget Sound region and lower British Columbia. On occasion, the vessel may be scheduled to support projects within protected inlets, bays, and harbors along the Pacific coasts of British Columbia and Washington.
Projects requiring transit runs along exposed ocean coasts will be restricted to the summer season (1 May to mid-September) and will be considered on a case by case basis after a detailed plan of operations is provided by the Principal Investigator. The Manager of Marine Operations will review these plans and approve, disapprove, or recommend modifications based on considerations of vessel and personnel safety and capability of the BARNES to effectively and efficiently carry out the mission.
You may fill out an online ship requst form at Ship Request Form Demo.
It is the responsibility of the Cruise Leader to prepare a Small Vessel Operating Plan and submit it to the Port Captain. This should be done no later than five working days prior to the scheduled departure. Any unusual or complex operations should be discussed beforehand with the crew and Port Captain.
Specific Sailing Orders will be issued to the Master of R/V BARNES for any cruise involving a near coastal ocean transit. These Sailing Orders may include, but are not limited to, the following:
(1)Requirements for daily communication schedules
(2)Scientific deck load limitations
(3)Limitations on the number of personnel in the science party
(4)Maximum allowable operating hours per day, and overtime limits for crew
members
(5)Maximum distance permitted from a harbor of refuge
(6)Operational restrictions based on weather, visibility, and/or sea state
conditions
Only those persons whose names appear on the approved Small Vessel Operating Plan or in Sailing Orders will be embarked in the vessel at any time during the cruise.
Return to Table of ContentsCruises, all or part of which will be in Canadian waters, require advance clearance. Requests for clearance must be submitted to the Manager of Marine Operations on a UNOLS Foreign Clearance Request form at least 180 days prior to the scheduled departure date.
Return to Table of ContentsNormally, in order to avoid customs and immigration problems, all personnel and equipment for Canadian cruises will embark and debark at the University of Washington.
In clearing U.S. and Canadian customs, various forms are required to be filed by the Master. One of these is a Complement List indicating the names, addresses, nationality, and next of kin for everyone on board. The Master states under oath that this list is complete and accurate. Last minute changes cannot be made after the clearance has been filed except in extremely unusual or emergency circumstances and with a resulting ship delay to refile clearances.
The ship's Master is the sole authority in entering and clearing the ship and all onboard personnel through U.S. and Canadian customs and immigration. No member of the scientific party or crew may leave the ship prior to the completion of customs and immigration clearance.
Return to Table of ContentsIn general, the composition of the scientific party is the responsibility of the Cruise Leader. All members of the party must be of the age of majority.
On cruises to Canadian waters, the Cruise Leader will ensure that all members of the scientific party have valid identification. A driver's license will suffice for this purpose for U.S. citizens. Those who are not U.S. citizens will require a passport with a multi-entry U.S. visa.
Return to Table of ContentsBy law, the Master of a vessel has full and final responsibility for the safety of the vessel and all personnel on board. Because of this responsibility, he has full authority over all operations and embarked personnel. If circumstances require alteration of the cruise plan for safety or legal reasons, he shall keep the Cruise Leader apprised of matters affecting his decision.
The Master is also responsible for effective and economincal operation of the vessel in support of the scientific mission.
Return to Table of ContentsThe Cruise Leader is responsible for the coordination and direction of the science mission and for the conduct and activities of the embarked scientific personnel. It is vital to the success of a cruise that the Cruise Leader and the Master keep each other informed of scientific goals and capabilities or limitations of the vessel and crew.
R/V BARNES and its crew are there solely to assist in carrying out the scientific mission. In practice, the Cruise Leader informs the Master of what he desires and, unless it is unsafe or illegal, it wil be carried out.
Return to Table of ContentsSexual harassment will not be tolerated on R/V BARNES. Sexual harassment is defined as the use of one's authority or power, either explicitly or implicitly, to coerce another into unwanted sexual relations or to punish another for his or her refusal, or as the creation by a member of the University community of an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working or educational environment through verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature. Procedures for lodging complaints of sexual harassment may be found in D46.3 of the University of Washington Operations Manual.
Return to Table of ContentsR/V BARNES has a small galley/mess deck area which also serves as a lounge, as it is the only space on board with seating.
Meal preperation and cleanup is a shared responsibility. All persons embarked aboard Barnes will be exptected to participate. If this arrangement will be impractical, notify the Port Captain who will decide whether a cook should be employed. Such notice must be made at least five working days prior to the scheduled cruise. It must be remembered that when a cook is carried, the size of the scientific party must be reduced to a maximum of five persons.
Return to Table of ContentsR/V BARNES carries 800 gallons of potable water, conservation is encouraged. Please keep showers short and don't leave the fresh water running.
Return to Table of ContentsThere is one berthing area for the scientific party. There are six bunks arranged in two tiers of three. Lockers are available for storage of personal effects.
Return to Table of ContentsThere is one head/shower compartment to serve the entire vessel's complement.
Return to Table of ContentsR/V BARNES has a well stocked first aid kit, and crew are trained in CPR and in the handling of minor medical emergencies. However, persons with health problems who will be sailing on the vessel should be aware that it can take several hours to get a person to adequate medical attention should it be necessary.
Return to Table of ContentsThe working deck on any vessel is an inherently dangerous area, especially during weight handling operations when the vessel is working in a seaway. Each person embarked must be constantly alert to anticipate and prevent mishaps which could occur, such as doors swinging shut on fingers; loose clothing or long hair becoming entangled in moving machinery; being in the way of suspended weights or load bearing cables; or being thrown off balance by unexpected movement of the vessel. When working with the deck machinery, hard hats, sturdy shoes, and work vests should be worn.
Return to Table of ContentsAll pesonnel embarked should familiarize themselves with the vessel's interior and means of egress. Emergency bills are posted in the laboratory and on the mess deck. In most cases, scientific personnel will don life jackets and muster either on the mess deck or the fantail to await instructions.
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The following items are not permitted on board R/V CLIFFORD A.
BARNES:
a. Alcoholic beverages
b. Narcotics and other controlled (illegal) drugs
c. Pets
d. Personal weapons, including sheath knives
Explosives will not be carried on board R/V BARNES. Chemicals for scientific purposes may be carried on board in small quantities and adequately stored under the Cruise Leader's supervision and with the approval of the Master. Compressed gases (non-toxic, non-flammable) may be carried under the Cruise Leader's supervision and with the approval of the Master to the extent that suitable exterior storage is available. Compressed gas cylinders will be secured under supervision of the Master. Cylinder protective caps will be in place at all times that the cylinder is not in use.
There is no suitable storage on board for radioactive materials. Anyone who must use radioactive materials on board R/V BARNES must consult the Manager of Marine Operations well in advance of the cruise to ensure that the material will be handled in accordance with University regulations governing its use.
Return to Table of ContentsIf SCUBA or other diving operations are planned, this must be so noted on the Small Vessel Operating Plan and be approved in advance. Divers must either hold a current University of Washington diving qualification or must receive prior approval from the University of Washington Diving Safety Officer.
Return to Table of ContentsAll injuries must be reported. The Master will ensure that an "Accident-Injury Report Form" is completed and forwarded promptly to Marine Operations. The Cruise Leader will assist in preparation of the form when a member of the scientific party is involved.
Return to Table of ContentsUniversity of Washington students who do not carry student insurance, and other persons who are not in the employ of the University of Washington or otherwise insured, must take out Field Trip Insurance before embarking on a cruise. This insurance can be arranged through the Marine Operations Office.
Return to Table of ContentsIntra ship communication is via direct contact or use of the three-station intercom.
External communications are available through the cellular telephone, users will be for calls made and recieved.
Return to Table of ContentsThe Cruise Leader shall ensure that all his/her party's personal effects and scientific equipment are removed from the vessel immediately at the end of the cruise and that the laboratory and berthing areas are cleaned and ready to accommodate the next scientific party. Unloading and cleanup can be delayed at the Master's discretion, if circumstances permit.
Return to Table of ContentsThe Small Vessel Operating Report is the formal record of the scientific cruise. It is to be jointly prepared by the Master and the Cruise Leader. The Master enters operational information including extracts from the log book as necessary. The Cruise Leader summarizes the scientific program and signs the report before leaving the vessel.
Return to Table of ContentsThe School of Oceanography's Technical Services maintains a comprehensive equipment pool from which items may be rented for use on board R/V BARNES. A up-to-date list of equipment is available and costs can be found online here or by calling Technical Services at (206) 543-5186
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