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Casualty circular 1 of 2007
Applicable to:
All Indian seafarers and companies
Effective Date:
28th February, 2007
Superseded Circulars:
None mentioned
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Watch Keeping and Anchor Management
Seafarers must comply with the fundamental principles of watch keeping for vessels at anchor, as specified in the STCW Code A-VIII/2-51.
- Key Actions: Maintain due diligence and proper vigilance during anchor watch. Consider weather forecasts, comprehensive passage plans, and effects of wind, tide, current, and proximity of other vessels/hazards. Keep engines on short notice for maneuvering.
II/4 Masters and watch keeping officers should be guided by flag state findings and may face additional training or penalties for contravening safety rules.
Important Note
Seafarers must take immediate action to save their ship and others from dragging or drifting onto each other.
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