Glossary, Terms And Abbreviation - Bridge Procedures Guide

Standard Nib Size Of Pens Used For Nautical Paper Chart Corrections

1.  The violet color ink with nib size of 0.18mm to insert information.

2. The violet color ink with nib size of 0.25mm to delete.

What Is Collision Avoidance

To be able to correctly evaluate your options in a close quarter situation it is imperative to know the ship's position at all times and its proximity to navigational dangers.

Pilot Versus The Master

The Pilot's presence on board does not relieved the master or OOW from their duties and responsibilities for the safety of the ship.

Lookout Duties Of A Seafarer

A good lookout shall be maintained at all times using all available means, including but not limited to visual, audible and electronic.

The lookout shall not leave the bridge unless relieved. Safety - Fire rounds to be done after the watch.

The Master Of A Ship

He has the ultimate responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of the ship.

The Officer Of The Watch - OOW

OOW - The master's representative and his primary responsibility at all times is the safe navigation of the ship. The OOW shall comply at all times with the applicable regulations preventing collisions at sea