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 TM 55-1905-223-SDC
Section IV. CORRECTIVE MEASURES FOR CONTROL OF DAMAGE
2-6.
INTRODUCTION. This section is designed to cover the basic equipment, procedures, and
techniques for preventing or minimizing ship damage resulting from fire, explosion, grounding, collision,
flooding, or adverse weather.
a. Keep the bridge informed. A prime consideration in damage control is keeping the bridge
informed. The timeliness and accuracy of all reports to the bridge will have a direct bearing upon the
speed and success attained in correcting the damage. The bridge must be continually informed of
progress in correcting damage, and particularly of a deteriorating situation. A continual flow of information
to the bridge must be maintained by the most efficient and rapid means available. Excess reporting is
better than too little.
b. Initial report. Reporting known or suspected damage is an all-hands responsibility. The speed
with which the bridge is informed of damage and the accuracy and thoroughness of the report will be key
factors in reducing material casualties. Anyone aware of damage (fire, smoke, explosion, flooding, etc.)
shall immediately report the incident to the bridge (quarterdeck in port) by the fastest means possible stating:
(1) Type of damage (if known).
(2) Location (compartment noun name, frame, deck, port/starboard side, etc.).
(3) Estimate of extent of damage (if known).
(4) Name and grade/rate, and telephone number (if used) of individual reporting damage.
There will be many cases which should be corrected "on the spot" by the individual discovering the damage.
All damage, including that seemingly minor and corrected by the crew member alone or with the help of
one or two others, shall be reported to the Vessel Master.
c. Battle dress. When general quarters is sounded, battle dress will be promptly donned. Long-
sleeved shirts, safety shoes, helmets, and life jackets will be worn. Protective masks will be broken out and
ready for use. Relaxing of full battle dress may be authorized by the Vessel Master in spaces where it
restricts necessary personnel movement (for example, on the bridge, and in main engineering spaces).
In these cases, those items will be available in a location known to personnel involved. Personal clothing
will be adjusted to cover maximum body area to prevent flash burns.
2-7.
CONTROL PROCEDURES.
a. Investigating and reporting damage. It is presupposed that the damage has been initially
reported to the bridge and the damage control organization has responded. Therefore, actions described
herein are those which should be carried out by the damage control organization and reported to the bridge.
When the damage is reported or suspected as a result of any outside influence, an immediate investigation
shall be conducted to determine the type and extent of damage. Prompt investigation and accurate reporting will
allow the engineer to evaluate the damage, to make effective repair, and to keep the bridge informed of the extent
of damage, the corrective action in progress or recommended, and the status of ship's stability and maneuverability.
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