What is IMO Res A 601 15 is all about?
601(15) “Provision and Display of Manoeuvring Information on Board Ships”. – Pilot card – The pilot card is intended to provide information to the pilot on boarding the ship. This information should describe the current condition of the ship, with regard to its loading, propulsion and manoeuvring equipment.
What is IMO Assembly Resolution A 601?
RESOLUTION A.601(15) adopted on 19 November 1987 PROVISION AND DISPLAY OF MANOEUVRING INFORMATION ON BOARD SHIPS. Page 1. RESOLUTION A.601(15) adopted on 19 November 1987. PROVISION AND DISPLAY OF MANOEUVRING INFORMATION ON BOARD SHIPS.
What is the IMO requirement on the track reach using a full astern crash stop maneuver?
The stopping ability of the vessel is judged using a full astern crash stop maneuver. Based on IMO requirements the track reach should generally not exceed 15 ship lengths (measured along the path).
What is Manoeuvring booklet?
The manoeuvring booklet should be available on board and should contain comprehensive details of the ship’s manoeuvring characteristics and other relevant data. The manoeuvring booklet should include the information shown on the wheelhouse poster together with other available manoeuvring information.
Why do you need the vessel to have a turning circle maneuver?
The ‘Turning Circle Manoeuvre’ can be explained briefly as: First, it is ensured that the vessel is heading forwards in a straight line with a steady approach speed. The ship initially has a tendency to deflect towards the port. Then it takes a large turn to starboard.
Who should be the one to fill up the pilot card as stated in IMO Res a 15 601?
the master
3 Manoeuvring information The pilot card, to be filled in by the master, is intended to provide information to the pilot on boarding the ship. This information should describe the current condition of the ship, with regard to its loading, propulsion and manoeuvring equipment, and other relevant equipment.
What is wheelhouse poster?
The Wheelhouse Poster should contain general particulars and detailed information describing the maneuvering characteristics of the ship, and be of such a size to ensure ease of use. The maneuvering performance of the ship may differ from that shown on the poster due to environmental, hull and loading conditions.
What is turning circle maneuver?
The ‘Turning Circle Manoeuvre’ can be explained briefly as: First, it is ensured that the vessel is heading forwards in a straight line with a steady approach speed. Then rudder is turned in the specific direction, i.e. for starboard turn rudder is turned towards starboard side. Then it takes a large turn to starboard.
What is turning circle of ship?
The circle is the path of the ship’s pivot point as it executes a 360° turn. In shallow water, the rate of turn is likely to be decreased, so the vessel will have a larger turning circle.
What is Anderson turn?
The Anderson turn (also known as a single turn) is a manoeuvre commonly used to bring a ship or boat with engines back to a point it previously passed through, often for the purpose of recovering a casualty in the quickest time possible.
How do you rescue a man overboard?
Actions to be taken in case of a “man overboard” incident
- Release lifebuoy and maneuver to pick up man, always with respect to the man.
- Call the master.
- Sound alarm and commence Williamson turn.
- Stop engines and place them on stand by.
- Alert by radio vessels in vicinity.