An animation titled “What They Did Not See” to inform viewers about safety practices for lookouts.
The Convention on the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs) states that every vessel shall at all times maintain a proper lookout by sight, hearing, and all available means as appropriate. Make a Good Catch by ensuring that lookouts undertake no other assignments or duties which would interfere with that task.
To remind, AMSA considers the following as ways to keep a proper lookout:
- regular visual scans of the entire horizon (360 degrees),
- effective use of the vessel’s radar,
- use of Automatic Identification System (AIS) to:
- locate targets in the area, and
- transmit accurate data
- a quiet wheelhouse to allow for:
- VHF radio calls to be heard,
- sound signals to be heard, and
- all other available means to maintain good situational awareness.
Watchkeepers need to be aware that any distraction from their duties can have a negative impact on safety. Managing fatigue is a recognised way of minimising distraction.
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