is required to have training in firefighting and first aid. Additional duties include maintaining the ship's boats and performing other nautical tasks. Engineers play a key role in cargo loading/discharging gear and safety systems, though the specific cargo discharge function remains the responsibility of deck officers and deck workers.

The engineering department will vary according to the type and size of the ship. The engineering crew for a large merchant ship typically includes:

* 1 Chief Engineer

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