Unit 7-a

Task. Read and translate the following bridge check list. Be ready to retell what should be done to be for safe navigation in ocean waters. Think over what other checks you can include into the following check list.

B7 Navigation in ocean waters

	Is keeping a look-out being given due priority?
	Are NAVAREA, HYDROLANT and HYDROPAC navigational warning broadcasts and other
	long-range weather reports being closely monitored?
	Are changes to the local weather being monitored and is the barometer regularly observed?
	Is participation in area reporting systems (e.g. AMVER) recommended?
	Is the ship's position being fixed at regular intervals?
	Are celestial navigational techniques being practised?
	Are gyro/magnetic compass errors and radar performance being regularly checked?
	Have radar techniques been practised (in clear visibility)?
	Have preparations been made for landfall?
	Have measures been taken to protect the environment from pollution by the ship and to
	comply with applicable pollution regulations?

Other checks:

Unit 8-a

Task. Read and translate the following bridge check list. Be ready to retell what should be done to be for anchoring and keeping the anchor watch. Think over what other checks you can include into the following check list.

B8 Anchoring and anchor watch

Has an anchoring plan been prepared taking into account

	speed reduction in ample time
	direction/strength of wind and current
	tidal stream when manoeuvring at low speeds
	need for adequate sea room particularly to seaward
	depth of water, type of seabed and the scope of anchor cable required
	Have the engineroom and anchor party been informed of the time of 'stand-by' for anchoring?
	Are the anchors, lights/shapes and sound signalling apparatus ready for use?
	Has the anchor position of the ship been reported to the port authority?

While at anchor, the OOW should

	determine and plot the ship's position on the appropriate chart as soon as
	practicable
	when circumstances permit, check at sufficiently frequent intervals whether the
	ship is remaining securely at anchor by taking bearings of fixed navigation marks
	or readily identifiable shore objects
	ensure that proper look-out is maintained
	ensure that inspection rounds of the ship are made periodically
	observe meteorological and tidal conditions and the state of the sea
	notify the master and undertake all necessary measures if the ship drags anchor
	ensure that the state of readiness of the main engines and other machinery is in
	accordance with the master's instructions
	if visibility deteriorates, notify the master
	ensure that the ship exhibits the appropriate lights and shapes and that appropriate
	sound signals are made in accordance with all applicable regulations
	take measures to protect the environment from pollution by the ship and comply
	with applicable pollution regulations

Other checks: