Outline:
Without effective communication safety is compromised.
What the reporter told us:
I would like to report three issues I encountered on what should have been a routine pilotage operation, that effectively resulted in a complete lack of …
ECDIS /AIS position data affecting a Portable Pilot Unit (PPU)
Ian Shields
Outline:
Defects, errors and anomalies with equipment do occur, but once they are identified they need to be addressed and resolved in a timely fashion.
What the reporter told us:
The vessel’s ECDIS displayed an incorrect position - …
Outline:
This report from a captain reinforces the need to be thoroughly familiar with the equipment on board your ship.
What the reporter told us:
During the handover prior to taking command, I noted the echo sounder manufacturer …
Outline:
An unexpected consequence of COVID-19 precautions.
What the reporter told us:
As a pilot undertaking a routine pilotage in these extraordinary times, I wear a facemask which has resulted in an unusual side effect. On this occasion, …
Outline:
Nobody ever deliberately sets out to have an accident or to injure themselves, but some people appear to try very hard.
What the reporter told us:
Whilst our vessel was alongside, I observed the following on an …
Wake wash and unsafe speed passing anchored vessels
Ian Shields
Outline:
There are two sides to every story.
What the reporter told us:
We were anchored in a creek in a river estuary and had taken alongside an accompanying boat for repairs to their anchor winch. Both boats, …
Inflatable lifejacket – service tag fitted incorrectly
Ian Shields
Outline:
The following report was received from a company DPA.
What the reporter told us:
I want to share the following with you as I feel it would make a worthwhile safety flash to share across the industry. …
More main engine problems whilst arriving and sailing
Ian Shields
Outline:
Although this topic was extensively covered in a recent issue of Maritime FEEDBACK, (MFB55), these two reports serve as a timely reminder to always be prepared for the unexpected.
What the reporter told us (1):
The vessel …
Pilots Corner – Non-compliant trap door pilot boarding arrangements
Ian Shields
Outline:
Non-compliant by design, known about by port state authorities, owners, and flag state administrations – yet still these vessels are allowed to sail the world endangering pilots.
What the reporter told us (1):
A vessel was identified …
