Mambaje, Ralph Justin B.

03 – 15 – 23

BSMT 3-2

DECKWATCH 322 – 50104 7:30 – 8:30 AM (MWF)

ASSIGNMENT # 2 MIDTERM

1. What is the purpose of BNWAS?

- The purpose of BNWAS (Bridge Navigational Watch Alarm System) is to monitor bridge
activity and detect operator disability which could lead to marine accidents.

2. What are the 3 BNWAS Primary mode of Operation?

- BNWAS should incorporate the following 3 operational modes:

Automatic: The BNWAS is automatically activated when the vessel is navigating by

means of heading or track control system (autopilot/trackpilot), and inhibited as the
heading/track control system is deactivated.

Manual ON: The BNWAS is always in operation

Manual OFF: The BNWAS is turned off completely

3. How many stage are BNWAS?

- The minimum requirement for a BNWAS under International Maritime Organization
standards is to have a dormant stage and three alarm stages, except that on a non-
passenger vessel, the second stage may be omitted.

4. Submit on BNWAS and how it work

- https://youtu.be/cqq_8hCoq_c?si=RyqZJ3g6JgWgNeVZ

5. BNWAS brand
- Some brands that manufacture Bridge Navigational Watch Alarm Systems (BNWAS)
include Kelvin Hughes, Furuno, and JRC (Japan Radio Company). These companies are
known for their navigation and marine electronics equipment.