Daily archives: 09/02/2016

Introduction Anchoring is an inherently risky operation, by following proper procedure this risk can be substantially reduced to a manageable level. Deck Officers are examined on their knowledge of the safe anchoring procedure on deck during the Efficient Deck Hand course and also during MCA oral examinations. The standard procedure is described below. You […]

Anchoring Procedure on Deck

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  Chapter VIII – Part 3 of The International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW) provides instruction and guidance for watchkeeping at sea. It stipulates the circumstances when an OOW must call the master. The International Camber of Shipping Bridge Procedures Guide (BPG) also supplements and supports the requirements […]

When to call the Master

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