Communication procedures:
Are instructions for operation the digital selective calling (DSC) satellite communications equipment in an emergency clearly displayed?
Are the vessel’s call sign and Inmarsat ship station identity clearly marked on the radio installation?
Can officers demonstrate a satisfactory understanding of how to operate the equipment in an emergency?
Is a continuous listening watch maintained on [...]
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No Comments »Mooring equipment documentation:
Are certificates available for all mooring ropes and wires?
Do all mooring ropes and where fitted, mooring wire tails, meet OCIMF standard?
If one or more bow stoppers are fitted, is there a certificate attesting to safe working load?
Are there records of the inspection and maintenance of mooring ropes, wires and equipment?
Is there [...]
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Bitts – Vertical post or bollards mounted in pairs around which a line can be secured.
Bollard- A vertical post to which the eye of a mooring line can be attached.
Breast lines- Mooring lines leading ashore as nearly perpendicular as possible in a ships fore and [...]
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