PILOTS Flashcards
Pilot disembarking, OOW duties?
Unless helping the Pilot disembark the vessel,
The OOW will keep in communication with the Pilot vessel and deck crew helping, remain on a course which gives the most shelter from swell and wind until the pilot has disembarked and the pilot vessel is at a safe distance away to continue on planned course
Preparations while waiting for pilot?
While waiting for the Pilot I would have a briefing with the deck crew involved about the plan. We would use the pilot boarding checklist in the locker to make sure nothing is missed. This will make sure that:
The ladder has been visually checked for damage before setting and a responsible office sets it up
Forward facing lighting if needed is functioning
Lifebuoy with self igniting light is at location
Bucket and heaving line is at location
Fenders are in position
Communication with bridge
Taking on pilot, considerations? Pilot boarding procedures?
When taking on a pilot, there are several considerations and procedures to ensure a safe and efficient boarding process:
Advance Notification
Preparation of the Pilot Boarding Area
Communication
Safety Precautions
Approach and Positioning
Boarding Assistance
Documentation and Briefing
Post-Boarding Procedures
Duties of OOW Pilot on bridge/navigation?
The OOW`s duties do not change with the Pilot onboard, I will still remain responsible for the safe navigation of the vessel including:
Monitoring the vessels progress in regards to the passage plan
Maintaining situational awareness
Position fixing and cross checking instruments
Radio procedures
Complying with COLREGS
Supervising and following Pilots instruction UNLESS I think that the instructions given will put the vessel, persons or environment in danger
Pilot on puts boat in danger? 18
Ask the Pilot to repeat his order
If order is still going to put the vessel in danger, then Call the Captain
If Captain is unavailable then initiate emergency procedures if the situation warrants it, such as altering course, reducing speed, or preparing for evasive manoeuvres.
Ultimately, the OOW’s duty is to ensure the safe operation of the vessel at all times, even if it means overriding the decisions of a pilot who is endangering the ship.
What is on the ships manoeuvring and pilot info card? 3
Vessels details: Name, Call sign, Gross Tonnage, Year Built
Ships Particulars: LOA, Breadth, Anchor chain length, Bulbous bow
Steering characteristics
Nav equipment onboard
Main engines and rpms with speeds
Risk assessment for picking up pilot?
Risk assessment for picking up a pilot involves evaluating various factors to ensure the safe embarkation of the pilot onto the ship. Here’s a general outline of what such an assessment might involve:
Weather conditions: Assess current and forecasted weather conditions, including wind speed and direction, visibility, sea state, and tidal conditions.
Berth and anchorage conditions: Consider the conditions at the berth or anchorage where the pilot transfer will occur. Factors such as current, tide, proximity to shore, and presence of other vessels can impact the safety of the transfer.
Ship’s stability and motion: Evaluate the ship’s stability and motion characteristics, including roll, pitch, and heave, which can affect the safety of the pilot ladder or accommodation ladder during transfer.
Pilot ladder condition: Inspect the condition of the pilot ladder or accommodation ladder to ensure it meets regulatory requirements and is securely rigged for safe transfer
Communication and coordination: Ensure effective communication and coordination between the bridge team, pilot boat crew, and pilot station to facilitate a safe transfer.
Visibility and lighting: Ensure adequate visibility and lighting conditions for the pilot transfer operation, especially during night-time or low-light conditions.
Crew readiness and training: Ensure that the crew members involved in the pilot transfer operation are properly trained and familiar with the procedures.
Emergency procedures: Review emergency procedures for pilot transfer, including actions to take in the event of a man-overboard situation, equipment failure, or other emergencies during the transfer.
Regulatory compliance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines governing pilot transfer operations, such as SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) regulations, IMO (International
Maritime Organization) guidelines, and local port regulations.
Risk mitigation measures: Identify and implement appropriate risk mitigation measures based on the assessment, such as deploying additional fenders, adjusting ship’s speed and heading, or requesting assistance from tugboats if necessary.
By carefully assessing these factors and implementing appropriate risk mitigation measures, the ship’s crew can ensure the safe and efficient transfer of pilots onto the vessel.
Rigging a pilot ladder?
I would visually inspect the pilot ladder before use to see if there is any damage
I would check that the points at which we attach the pilot ladder to the vessel are free of corrosion or damage
Make sure that there was adequate lighting facing forwards
Lifebuoy with self igniting light was available
Bucket and heaving line available
If the free board is more then 9m the a combination ladder is rigged
If a retrieval line is used it is fitted above the lowest spreader
Why do you need a berth to berth plan if using a pilot, surely he knows the area and its his job?
Regulation 34 of SOLAS Chapter V, “Voyage Planning,” requires ships to have a passage plan for the voyage, which includes the entire passage from berth to berth.
Also having a passage plan will have additional information such as berth number
Mooring operations can be planned, such as stern to , or side to
Where would I find Pilot details and working channels? 2
Admiralty Sailing Directions
Admiralty List of Radio Signals vol 6
Ships agent
Contact port
Joining a vessel at anchor and pilot ladder rigged for your arrival, what are you looking out for? 4
Condition of the Pilot Ladder
Rigging Arrangement
Lighting
Communication with the Vessel
Weather and Sea Conditions
PPE
Shown 2 pictures of pilot ladders, would you use them? Where would you find info of how to rig them correctly?
SOLAS Chapter 5, Regulation 23
COSWP Chapter 22
