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If you do want to check oil levels while underway start by making sure that levels are correct start engine and run till warmed up then remark the oil stick. This is because when the engine is running most of the oil is dispersed around the engine not in the sump. You dont see this done much on modern engine as oil consumption is generally much lighter, but it was common practice on older engines. I also do an hourly check around the engine room as long as I am confident that I can leave the bridge unattended for 5 minutes or so.
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