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What actions to be taken When Approaching in fog in the open sea?

When heavy weather is expected, the ship would roll, pitch, yaw, sway, surge and heave. This movement in six degrees of freedom would...

The following test must be done before departure onboard ship- 1. Controls are to be tested for about 1 or 2 hrs before sailing. If they...

Readiness of ship’s machinery and gear. Controls testing – any defects should be rectified. Anchors cleared and ready for use, mooring...

The exact procedures to be followed prior to departure will vary with the ship type and her trading pattern. However, basic procedures...