ONLINE REPORT WRITING SEMINAR PREP

TUESDAY 25th AUGUST 2020 AT 14.00 UK TIME

You are encouraged to do some pre-preparation for the online report writing seminar.

The first five slides contain phrases and statements from real reports that are
incorrect in the context of accurate report writing. Can you spot the mistakes? Note
down your thoughts and be prepared to share your findings with the group online.

Five photographs then follow. Study each one and think how you might describe
what you see in each photograph and the specific words you might use in a report.
You will be invited during the practical session to contribute and to offer your opinion.
What’s wrong with this wording?

• A perspex forward cabin hatch is installed within

the forward cabin, this was found with secure
method of closure and is of a size suitable for
use as an emergency exit in most situations.
Any forward opening or topside hatches
should be kept closed whilst at sea
What’s wrong with this wording?

1.a) Ascertain that the anchor chain is of an

adequate length for the proposed use
2.b) Seizing wire should also be applied to
the anchor attachment shackle
What’s wrong with this wording?
c) Consider carrying a 6kg kedge anchor with an
appropriate length of dedicated chain (6mm)
or warp (10mm). Ensure this is readily available
in case it is required in an emergency
d) Consider safely installing a sharp knife near the
bitter end of the anchor attachment warp
in case the anchor needs to be cut
free in an emergency
What’s wrong with this wording?

• Sails or Covers etc

• A fully enclosing cockpit canopy is installed over
a tubular stainless steel frame, the frame
appears free from obvious defects but the
canopy is in poor condition and a new
installation should be budgeted for
 What’s wrong with this wording?
• Heads:
• The dedicated heads is of a reasonably good size with
a separate sink and dedicated shower arrangement
installed, all in satisfactory condition, the water
and shower pumps operated appear to drain
to a collecting grey water tank. Associated
pipework in good condition where
access allowed inspection
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We look forward to seeing you online on Tuesday 25th August 2020 at 14.00 UK time.

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