B9 Navigation in restricted visibility.pdf

B9 Navigation in restricted visibility

Has the following equipment been checked to ensure that it is fully operational?

radar, ARPA or other plotting facilities

VHF

fog signalling apparatus

navigation lights

echo sounder, if in shallow waters

watertight doors, if fitted

Have look-out(s) been posted and is a helmsman on stand-by?

Has planning allowed for the provision of additional bridge team personnel if required?

Have the master and engine room been informed, and the engines put on stand-by?

Are the COLREGS being complied with, particularly with

regard to rule 19 and proceeding at a safe speed?

Is the ship ready to reduce speed, stop or turn away from danger?

If the ship’s position is in doubt, has the possibility of anchoring been considered?

Other checks:

98 Bridge procedures guide