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Shipping casualty during routine boat Drill at anchorage.
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Safety Measures and Compliance
Ensure strict compliance with SOLAS 1974 Regulation 20.6.3 (Chapter III) and Indian Flag State Casualty Circular No. 9 of 2005 regarding life boat launching.
- Key Points: Adhere to good seamanship principles, and ensure the Master and senior officers exercise extraordinary skill and care during life boat operations.
2. Training and Drills
Designated Person Ashore (DPA) and the Master should ensure the statutory training manual includes detailed procedures for life boat operations.
Master/Safety Officer should provide effective training to the crew and ensure all members participate in scheduled boat drills as per the ship's Muster list.
Human error and fatigue were identified as contributing factors to this casualty. All crew members must remain vigilant and attentive during critical operations.
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