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Fos ter i ng Saf et y Exce l l ence & Sus ta i nab l e Sh i pp i ng
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anchorages to be established, anchoring practices to be followed, monitoring of wind/current/depth/tidal
conditions, anchoring checklist.
- Standard points set, distance / bearing from land mark, Radar / GPS anchor watch, Master's standing
orders, Master's night orders to be strictly followed, Continuous communication between bridge and deck
watch.
- Preventive maintenance plan, tests prior arrival, alternative plan in case of emergency, continuous
monitoring from deck watch
- Notice to the Engine Room well in advance prior anchoring, Procedures/Instructions for frequent checks of
communication equipment
- Training procedures, crew evaluation reports, crew certification authentication checks, interview process,
review past experience prior employment.
- Anchoring checklist, proper GMDSS maintenance and tests as per Company's procedures, both anchors
ready, emergency anchorage noted.
- Continuous monitoring of adjacent ships, VHF/AIS watch
- Ship Security Plan,security watches,securing anchor access, doors, openings.
- In depth up to 20 meters the anchor can let go on the run, over 20 mtrs the anchor to be walked out to
within 5-6 mtrs from sea bed and then let go. Avoid anchoring in depths over 100 mtrs. Echo sounder in
operation
F. SAFETY MEETING: Anchoring and Anchor watch
Explain to all participants the procedures and precautions to be followed when anchoring and during anchor
watch
- Planning the anchorage
- Safety Circle of vessel during anchorage
- Position Monitoring
- Weather forecast ; Local weather
- Lifting the anchor under heavy weather
- Communication watch and status during anchorage
- Tug assistance
G. SLOGAN OF THE WEEK:
If you SEE something, SAY something!! If you SAY something DO something!!
~ Robert Morgan
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