CONTINGENCY CHECKLISTS

TABLE OF CONTENT
S.No. Chk.No Checklist Rev.No Date

1 CN-00 Introduction 0 30-Sep-17

2 CN-01 Abandon ship Checklist 1 14-Dec-18

3 CN-02 Checklist for Grounding 1 14-Dec-18

4 CN-03 Checklist for Fire & Explosion 1 14-Dec-18

5 CN-04 Checklist for Collision 0 15-May-17

6 CN-05 Checklist for Hull Breach 0 15-May-17

7 CN-06 Checklist for Electrical Power Failure 0 15-May-17

8 CN-07 Checklist for Propulsion Power Failure 0 15-May-17

9 CN-08 Checklist for Steering Gear Failure 0 15-May-17

10 CN-09 Checklist for Man Overboard 1 14-Dec-18

11 CN-10 Checklist for Gas Release 0 15-May-17

12 CN-11 Checklist for Injury Onboard 0 15-May-17

13 CN-12 Checklist for Helicopter Accident 1 30-Dec-19

14 CN-13 Checklist for Navigation failure 0 15-May-17

15 CN-14 Checklist for Rescue from enclosed spaces 1 30-Dec-19

16 CN-15 Checklist for Heavy weather damage 0 15-May-17

17 CN-16 Checklist for Earth Quake / Tsunami 0 15-May-17

18 CN-17 Checklist for Cargo Tank Integrity Failure 0 15-May-17

19 CN-18 ECDIS Failure 1 3-Sep-18

20 CN-18A ECDIS Sensor Failure 1 3-Sep-18

21 CN-19 Flooding 0 15-May-17

22 CN-20 Emergency Towing & Salvage 0 15-May-17

23 CN-21 Search & Rescue 0 15-May-17

24 CN-22 IMDG Cargo - Fire & explosion 0 15-May-17

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TABLE OF CONTENT
S.No. Chk.No Checklist Rev.No Date

25 CN-23 IMDG Cargo - Spillage 1 30-Dec-19

26 CN-24 Uncontrolled Vetting (Gas) 0 15-May-17

Cargo – Shifting checklist
27 CN-25 0 3-Sep-18

Cargo spillage – loading connection rupture/pipeline

28 CN-26 0 30-Dec-19
fracture

29 CN-27 Breach of cargo tank containment 0 30-Dec-19

30 CN-28 Cargo fire – on deck(pool / pressure fires) 0 30-Dec-19

31 CN-29 Cargo fire – in compressor room 0 30-Dec-19

32 CN-30 Cargo fire – vent mast 0 30-Dec-19

33 CN-31 Break away from jetty during 0 30-Dec-19

34 CN-32 Personal contact with cargo 0 30-Dec-19

35 CN-33 Toxic gas release 0 30-Dec-19

36 CN-34 Procedure to restore stability in unstable condition 0 30-Dec-19

36 CN-35 Emergency on Nearby vessel or Shore installation 0 10-Aug-20

37 CN-36 Fire In cargo Tank 0 30-Oct-20

38 CN-37 Manifold Fire 0 15-Feb-21

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ONBOARD CONTINGENCY CHECKLISTS
This section provides checklist for all identified emergencies. The action points given in each checklist are marked for the following operational modes:

§ Loading / Off loading at the Terminal (T)

§ Entering / Leaving Port (P)
§ Transiting close to Coast / Shore (C)
§ Transiting in open Sea (S)

The checklist provides a series of associated response measures and identifies which of the four categories the listed response/measure is applicable. The applicability of each measure to the four operational modes is indicated by the presence of 'X' in the appropriate column.
These checklists shall be used during the emergency drills.

These checklists are generic and provided as guidelines. These shall be reviewed by the senior officers and modified to make it ship specific. Copies of these ship specific contingency checklists shall be maintained in bridge and engine room. Procedure for saving VDR data shall be attached to the ship specific contingency checklist.

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d to the ship specific contingency checklist.

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Abandon Ship Checklist

Abandon Ship Checklist
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
By life boats / life rafts

1 Raise alarm and muster according to muster plan. X X X X

2 Alter course, slow down speed X X X

3 Prepare life boat for launching X X X X

4 Prepare life raft for launching X X X X

5 Alert vessels in the vicinity X X X X

6 Send distress message X X X X

Broadcast DISTRESS message on authority of the

7 X X X X
master

8 Stop ME, overboard discharges X X X X

9 Search for missing persons X X X X

Bring Portable Radio and extra walkie-talkie to
10 X X X X
survival craft.
Activate EPIRB; bring it to lifeboat if not already
11 X X X X
onboard.

12 Collect and prepare EPIRB, SART and SOLAS radios X X X X

13 Collect survival suits / thermal bags; distribute. X X X X

14 Collect medical equipment from hospital X X X X

15 Collect ship’s logbook, documents X X X X
Collect extra blankets, warm clothing, extra rink
16 X X X X
water, extra pyrotechnical equipment

17 Recover a 12 Hour DATA from the VDR / S-VDR X X X X

18 Consider - partial abandonment X X X

19 Embark and lower survival craft X X X

20 If advisable, arrange rescue helicopter by radio X X X

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Abandon Ship Checklist

Abandon Ship Checklist
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Check distance, action radius normally 230 nautical
21 X X
miles
Allocate tasks to the crew related to rescue by
22 X X X X
helicopter
Establish communication with helicopter on a
23 X X X X
telephony emergency frequency
Remember the helicopter cannot operate near
24 X X X X
smoke or flames
The helicopter is not suitable for standing by or
25 X X X X
escorting due to limited action radius
Abandonment – By Other Craft
26 Prepare line throwing apparatus X X X X
27 Establish radio contact with rescue boat X X X X

28 Transfer personnel by means of a raft or a lifeboat X X X X

Ensure lifeboats and life rafts remain in close

29 X X X X
proximity to ship and in contact with each other
After Recovery
31 Cancel your distress messages X X X X
32 Inform your earlier contacts X X X X
33 Consult Company X X X X

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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Checklist for Grounding

Checklist for Grounding
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Grounding
Sound the general emergency alarm, inform the
1 X X X X
engine room

2 Alter course, slow down speed X X X

3 Stop engine; Consider use anchor X X X

Plot vessels position, check soundings to check

4 extent of grounding and identify exact grounding X X X X
location

Check weather forecast, direction and strength

5 X X X X
of current
Determine extent of the damage by monitoring tank
6 X X X X
levels and by bilge alarm system

7 Attend any injured people X X X X

8 Inform E/R to change over to high sea suction X X X X

9 Display appropriate lights / shapes / sound signals X X X

10 Sound all tanks, wells X X X X

11 Close all W/T appliances X X X X

12 Check propeller, tail shaft for oil loss X X X X

Assess the hazards including loss of stability, outflow

13 of oil, gas release, possible ignition of oil / gas, X X X X
further damage due to pounding

14 Assess the nature of bottom X X X X

Provide vessel's updated hydrostatic condition to

15 X X X
office / class emergency response

16 Recover a 12 Hour DATA from the VDR / S-VDR X X X

17 Start ballast pumps / bilge pumps if required X X X X

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Checklist for Grounding

Checklist for Grounding
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

Ch. Eng. to inform Master regarding bunker tanks

18 X X X X
and possibility of oil spill, take measures to avoid it

At the earliest opportunity, within 2 hours of the

19 incident, perform a breath analyser test of the X X X X
personnel on duty and log the readings

20 If oil spill in progress, try to minimise and confine X X X X

Determine stability and bending moments/shearing

21 X X X X
forces by Loading computer

Assess if vessel is likely to refloat at next high water,

22 X X X X
Assess tides and currents

23 Assess weather conditions and forecasts x x x x

24 Sound around Ship x x x x

Determine location of deep water in relation to the

25 x x x
ship

26 Consider reducing draught x x x x

Keep vessel upright as far as possible in case of

27 flooding in ballast tanks, by ballasting or deballasting X X X X
other tanks

Consider – whether external assistance is needed, if

28 X X X X
it is estimated that the situation will worsen

Inform Company, Authorities, Insurance/P&I,

29 AMVER/AUSREP & Inform VTS or port authority, as X X X X
appropriate

30 Consider - actions to reduce further damage X X X X

Record - draft, course and speed at the time of

31 X X X X
grounding

32 Record all actions taken in log book X X X X

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Checklist for Grounding

Checklist for Grounding
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

33 Recover a 12 Hour DATA from the VDR / S-VDR X X X X

34 Preserve ECDIS records X X X X

Broadcast URGENCY or DISTRESS message, if

35 X X X X
appropriate

If vessel sinking: X X X
36 – Send emergency call and emergency message X X X
– Prepare to abandon vessel X X X

Master Duty Officer

Note: No cargo / Ballast transfer to be performed without the consent of Class ERS

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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Fire and Explosion Checklist

General Precautions

S No Measures T P C S Remarks

Raise the Fire Alarm (if it has not been

1 detected by an automatic fire detection X X X X
system). Inform bridge, CCR (if in port).

Fire team Muster at fire stations. Check if

2 X X X X
crew/personnel is missing or injured

3 Alter course, slow down speed X X X

4 Stop all cargo operations. X X X X

Stop Ventilation, Close fire doors, fire flaps and

5 X X X X
external doors

6 Isolate electrical equipments X X X X

7 Stop ME if necessary X X X X

8 Attend injured people if any X X X X

BA Teams should be ready and prepared as soon

9 X X X X
as possible

Consider - risk of explosion, whether dangerous

material is involved in the fire; consider the
10 X X X X
dangers of toxic fumes, flammable vapours,
explosives, possibility of oil spill etc.

Fire team leader shall advise the Bridge (Master)

regarding situation (Location, extinguishing
11 X X X X
methods to be used ) and possibilities of fire
developing

Fire team shall proceed to the place of fire in

12 order to recover any missing crew/personnel / in X X X X
order to tackle fire.

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Fire and Explosion Checklist

General Precautions

S No Measures T P C S Remarks

Support team shall cool down surrounding area

where fire took place by means of fire hoses
13 (Consider all six sides and clear any combustible X X X X
material from adjacent areas to arrest further
spread of fire). Monitor temperature.

14 Prepare ISC X

15 Prepare life boats X X

16 Advise other vessels in the vicinity X X

17 Determine the extent of the damage X X

Consider - if there is any possibility of oil spill or

18 X X
leakage. Try to minimise, confine

19 Consider - whether external assistance is needed X X X X

20 Recover a 12 Hour DATA from the VDR / S-VDR X X X X

21 Consider - abandoning vessel. X X X X

22 Record all actions taken in log book X X X X

23 Inform Company, Insurance/ P&I. Port Authorities X X X X

Explosion in Ballast Tank

Evaluate further explosions or fire developments

24 X X
and possibilities to get them under control

25 Consider - reducing speed; changing course X X

26 Consider - flood ballast tank X X

27 Consider - loss of stability X X

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Fire and Explosion Checklist

General Precautions

S No Measures T P C S Remarks

28 Consider - possible damages to cargo hold X X

Explosion in Boiler

29 Secure Boiler, isolate FO, feed water, steam, etc. X X X X

30 Reduce engine power X X X

Consider - proximity to shore and loss of

31 propulsion in order to determine need for X X
external assistance well in advance

Consider - the possibility of further explosions

32 X X X X
and the steps required to regain control

Explosion in Compressor Room/Motor Room, Cargo Handling Room (Deckhouse) – Gas Carriers

Cargo Engineer will be in charge to isolate

33 compressor room / motor room from the rest of X X X X
the cargo system by closing valves.

Consider – whether evacuation of the area is

34 necessary and activation of fixed fire X X X X
extinguishing system

If fixed fire extinguishing system to be used

35 X X X X
(consider IG also), raise alarm

Make sure nobody is in the location where fixed

36 fire extinguishing medium will be released and all X X X X
dampers, flaps, doors are closed and fans stopped

Chief Engineer will release the fixed fire

37 extinguishing system with authorisation of the X X X X
Master

Explosion in Engine Room

38 Localise the site of the explosion X X X X

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Fire and Explosion Checklist

General Precautions

S No Measures T P C S Remarks

Determine the extent of the damage. Stability,

39 X X X X
stresses, etc.

Consider – dropping anchor, make ready

40 X X X
emergency towing arrangement

41 Consider - stopping engine X X X

Consider - proximity to shore and loss of

42 propulsion in order to determine need for X X
external assistance

Chief Engineer should advise the Master quantity

43 of bunkers FO & GO/DO. Also advise Master if any X X X X
loss of bunkers have been noticed

Consider – whether it is necessary to evacuate

44 the area and activate fixed fire extinguishing X X X X
system

If fixed fire fighting system is to be used, raise

45 X X X X
alarm

Make sure nobody is in the engine room and all

46 dampers, flaps and doors are closed; fans stopped X X X X
and quick closing valves are closed

Chief Engineer will release the fixed system with

47 X X X X
authorization of the Master

Explosion in Hold Space

Cargo Engineer will isolate the affected hold from

48 X X
cooling system

49 Consider - stability, flooding X X

50 Consider - damage to cargo hold X X

Consider - put ballast in adjacent tanks to hold

51 space on fire in order to provide some cooling to X X
surroundings of fire

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Fire and Explosion Checklist

General Precautions

S No Measures T P C S Remarks

52 Consider - transfer cargo. X X

Explosion in Open Deck Area

Consider - change course, reduce speed or stop

53 X X X X
engines

54 Take care of cargo systems. X X X X

Use water fire hoses in order to have radiation

55 protection in the approach to shut-off valves or to X X X X
leaking jet

Fire in Accommodation

56 Stop air condition and galley fans X X X X

If possible bring important documents (logbooks,

57 Cargo manifest, certificates, vessel’s documents) X X X X
to a safe place.
Fire on the Bridge

58 Shut down air condition unit X X X X

Warn ships in the vicinity if bridge must be

59 X X X
unattended during sailing

Isolate the bridge closing all doors in the bridge

60 X X X X
and fire doors in the accommodation

Tackle the fire. Do not use water. Use dry powder

61 X X X X
/ CO2

Once fire has been extinguished, evaluate

62 X X X X
damage

Caution - possibility of losing means of

63 X X X X
communication (Satcom, VHF, HF/MF radio)

64 Arrange for service of any damaged equipment X X X X

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Fire and Explosion Checklist

General Precautions

S No Measures T P C S Remarks

Fire in Compressor Room / Motor Room, Cargo Handling Module (Deckhouse)

Cargo Engineer will be in charge to isolate

65 compressor room / motor room from the rest of X X X X
the cargo system by shutting valves

Shut down all fans and fire dampers/flaps, and

66 water tight doors in deck house, compressor and X X X X
motor room

Use water fire hoses in order to have radiation

67 protection in the approach to shut-off valves or to X X X X
leaking jet

Consider - whether it is necessary to evacuate the

68 X X X X
area and activate fixed fire extinguishing system

If fixed fire extinguishing system is to be used,

69 X X X X
raise alarm

Make sure nobody is in the location where fixed

fire extinguishing medium will be released and all
70 X X X X
dampers, flaps and doors are closed and fans
stopped

Chief Engineer will release the fixed fire

71 extinguishing system with authorization of the X X X X
Master

Fire in Engine Room

Chief Eng. shall advise the Bridge (Master)

72 regarding situation and possibilities of fire X X X X
developing.

Chief Eng. should advise the Master regarding

bunker tanks and possibility of oil pollution. If oil
73 X X X X
spill has already occurred, try to minimise and
confine

Consider – whether the fire can be extinguished

74 X X X X
without using fixed fire extinguishing system.

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Fire and Explosion Checklist

General Precautions

S No Measures T P C S Remarks

Prior to use of fixed fire extinguishing system,

shut down all fans, close quick closing valves,
75 close all fire flaps and external watertight doors; X X X X
stop air conditioning. Isolate the engine room
before fixed fire extinguishing system is released.

Before releasing fixed fire extinguishing system,

76 activate the alarm and ensure all crew/personnel X X X X
have been evacuated from engine room.

Chief Engineer will be in charge of releasing fixed

77 fire extinguishing system under Master X X X X
authorization

78 Consider - dropping anchor X X

79 Evaluate the possibility of loss of propulsion X X X

Fire in Forward Storage Area

Fire and Explosion Checklist

Chief Engineer should advise the Master of the
quantity of bunkers in Forward FO tank. Monitor
80 X X X X
temperature and level of Forward bunker tank
closely

Consider – whether there is any possibility of oil

81 X X X X
spill or leakage. Try to minimise and confine

Stop any bunker transfer operation due if piping

82 passing through the storeroom. Isolate Fwd. X X X X
bunker tank closing all necessary valves

Fire in Hold Spaces

Cargo Engineer will isolate the affected hold from
83 X X
cooling system

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Fire and Explosion Checklist

General Precautions

S No Measures T P C S Remarks

85 Consider - damage to cargo hold X X

Cool down hold boundaries as required by means

86 X X
of fire hoses.

Consider - put ballast in adjacent tanks to hold

87 space on fire in order to provide some cooling to X X
surroundings of fire

88 Consider - transfer cargo. X X

Fires on Open Deck (Non tankers)

Consider - change course, reduce speed or stop

89 X X X X
engines

90 Cargo Engineer will take care of cargo systems X X X X

Use water fire hoses in order to have radiation

91 protection in the approach to shut-off valves or to X X X X
leaking jet

Fires on Open Deck (Tankers)

Consider - change course, reduce speed or stop

92 X X X X
engines

Prepare fixed fire fighting system for immediate

93 X X X X
use

Use water fire hoses in order to have radiation

94 X X X X
protection

Fire On-board Neighbouring Vessel or Terminal

95 Stop cargo operations. X
96 Raise Fire Alarm X X
97 Muster at the stations X X
98 Make ready fire extinguishing systems X X

Evaluate the situation, getting as much

99 information as possible from terminal X X
representatives/neighbouring vessel

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Fire and Explosion Checklist

General Precautions

S No Measures T P C S Remarks

100 Check if local fire brigade has been warned. X X

Make ready the engine as soon as possible in

101 X
order to leave berth

102 Require tugs pilot as soon as possible X

Place some crew at mooring stations in order to

103 X
let go moorings if situation required

104 Log all the events carefully. Statement of facts X X

105 Leave berth if situation requires such action X

In case of fire in :
Engine Room - Checklist CN-07 as appropriate
Steering Gear Compartment - Checklist CN-08 as
106 X X X X
appropriate
Generator compartments - Checklist CN-07 as
appropriate

______________________
_______________
Master Duty Officer

Note:
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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Checklist for Collision / Allison

Checklist for Collision / Allison
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Collision / Allison
1 Raise general emergency alarm X X X X
2 Alter course, slow down speed X X X
Try to pull the vessel away from quay by tugboats
3 X
and ship’s main engine
Consider - use anchors in order to hold position and
4 X
avoid further damage
Muster the crew to check if anybody is missing or
5 X X X X
injured
6 Stop cargo operations X X X X
7 Advise the terminal X
8 Consider - leave terminal X
9 Treat injured crew/personnel X X X X

10 Display appropriate lights / shapes / sound signals X X X X

Mark - Bridge & E/R eqpt. like data logger, course

11 X X X X
recorder
Note - time of contact, angle of contact, headings,
12 X X X X
course and speed
Check damage to the vessel, if possible assess
13 damage to other vessel or quay and evaluate the X X X X
situation.
14 Sound all tanks, wells and bilges X X X X
15 Close all W/T doors, vents etc. X X X X

16 If necessary, start bilge pumps and ballast pumps X X X X

Assess the hazards including loss of stability, outflow

17 of oil, gas release, possible ignition of oil / gas, pipe X X X X
line / valve fractures,

Keep the ship upright as far as possible in case of

18 flooding of ballast tanks, by ballasting or de- X X X X
ballasting to other tanks.

Provide vessel's updated hydrostatic condition to

19 X X X X
office / class emergency response

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Checklist for Collision / Allison

Checklist for Collision / Allison
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
At the earliest opportunity, within 2 hours of the
20 incident, perform a breath analyser test of the X X X X
personnel on duty and log the readings

21 Get advice from class emergency response X X X X

22 Consider - external assistance. Rescue operations X X X X
Prepare boats for the eventuality of abandoning
23 X X X X
ship or for rescuing persons from the water

Establish contact with other vessel, and exchange

24 relevant information -name, port of registry, type of X X X
cargo, next port

Urgency message to alert other vessels in the

25 X X X
vicinity

26 Offer your assistance if possible to other vessel X X X X

27 Collect all facts about the occurrence X X X X

Consider - send distress signal including vessel
28 X X X X
position
29 Evaluate risk of pollution X X X X
Consider - loss of stability. Determine stability and
30 bending moments/shearing force by the loading X X X X
calculator
Lodge protest to other vessel - consult company for
31 X X X X
format
32 Switch on deck lighting X X X X
33 Record all actions taken in log book X X X X
34 Recover a 12 Hour DATA from the VDR / S-VDR X X X X
35 Preserve ECDIS records X X X X
Inform Company, Owners, Local Authorities,
36 X X X X
Insurance/ P&I , Classification Society

Master Duty Officer

Note: No cargo / Ballast transfer to be performed without the consent of Class ERS

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Checklist for Collision / Allison

Checklist for Collision / Allison
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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Checklist for Hull Breach

Checklist for Hull Breach
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Structural Failure to Hull
1 Sound the General Emergency Alarm X X X X
2 Alter course, slow down speed X X X
3 Stop Cargo Operations X
4 Consider - leave Terminal X
5 Give vessel’s position to GMDSS operator X X X X
All crew/ shore personnel to muster at their stations
6 X X X X
in order to identify injuries / fatalities
Assist injured people and evacuate them if
7 X X X X
necessary
Advise Terminal and local agent if medical assistance
8 X X
required

Contact local medical facilities or closest rescue

9 X X X X
Centre if external medical assistance required

Check soundings of all tanks, the extent of

10 X X X X
flooding/leakage, rate of ingress, structural damage

Try to confine or minimize oil leakage/ spill if any

11 Take proper measures to avoid any oil spill where X X X X
there is any risk of this happening
Check the result of damage, consult damage
12 X X X X
Stability Plan

Provide vessel's updated hydrostatic condition to

13 X X X X
office / class emergency response

Check vessels stability, consider - chances of

14 X X X X
capsizing

15 Consider - necessary assistance X X X X

16 Consider - change trim and draft X X X X

17 Consider - transfer bunkers in order to avoid spillage X X X X

Consider - emergency discharge of cargo at sea.

18 X X X
Jettisoning

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Checklist for Hull Breach

Checklist for Hull Breach
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Consider - possibility of towing. Deploy emergency
19 X X X X
towing

Inform vessels in the vicinity by appropriate

20 X X X X
message

21 Consider - emergency call and emergency message X X X X

22 Consider - beaching the vessel or call port of refuge X X X

23 Inform Company, Insurance/P&I, Local Authorities X X X X

24 Consider - abandon the vessel X X X X

25 Prepare life rafts and lifeboats X X X X

26 Record all actions taken in log book X X X X
27 Recover a 12 Hour DATA from the VDR / S-VDR X X X X

Master Duty Officer

Note: No cargo / Ballast transfer to be performed without the consent of Class ERS

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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Checklist for Electrical Power Failure

Checklist for Electrical Power Failure
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Loss of Power Supplies (including Emergency Power Supply)
1 Stop cargo operations. X
2 Alter course, slow down speed X X X X
3 Advise Terminal X
4 Check position of vessels in the vicinity X X X X
5 Check for navigational hazards X X X X

Evaluate situation (keeping in mind weather forecast

for next few hours, proximity to shore, vessels) in
6 X X X X
order to determine the need for external assistance
(Tugs).

Consider - anchoring (inside port limits we will most

7 X X X
probably be requested to have tug stand-by)

Hoist/exhibit signals: Not under command / sound

8 X X X
signals as appropriate

Use emergency radio to broadcast a warning to

9 ships in the vicinity. Advise local Authorities (for X X X X
example, VTIS if in Singapore strait etc.).

10 Modify AIS Status X X X X

11 Consider – Asking for a tug to assist X X X

12 Record all actions taken in log book X X X

13 Recover a 12 Hour DATA from the VDR / S-VDR X X X

At the earliest opportunity, within 2 hours of the

14 incident, perform a breath analyser test of the X X X
personnel on duty and log the readings

When Power has been Restored

Measures T P C S
15 Cancel warning to ships in the vicinity X X X X
16 Check gyro and steering device X X X X
17 Check navigation equipment X X X X

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Checklist for Electrical Power Failure

Checklist for Electrical Power Failure
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
18 Check machinery X X X X
19 Check cargo equipment X X X X
20 Check all alarms X X X X
When power is restored, cancel the broadcast
21 X X X X
warning
Cancel external assistance if already been requested
22 X X X X
(tugs)

23 Advise Terminal X X X X
24 Advise all parties concerned X X X X

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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Copy : Synergy CN-06 Electrical Power Failure Date : 15-May-17
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Checklist for Propulsion Power Failure

PROPULSION POWER FAILURE
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Main Engine Failure / Breakdown
1 Inform Master X X X

2 Alter course, slow down speed X X X

Use rudder (bow thruster) to the best advantage - to
3 X X X
safe area
Plot position, post additional look out, check
4 X X X
weather, calculate drift
5 Exhibit “Not under command” signal X X X
6 Prepare to anchor if in shallow waters X X X

7 Broadcast to vessels in the vicinity, inform VTIS/ Port X X X

Consider - are tugboats required. Prepare

8 X X X
emergency towing if required
9 Update dynamic AIS inputs X X X
Inform Company, Local Authorities, Agent,
10 X X X
Insurance/P&I

11 Consider - suspending berthing/leaving berth or X X X

entering/leaving port
At the earliest opportunity, within 2 hours of the
12 incident, perform a breath analyser test of the X X X
personnel on duty and log the readings

13 Record all actions taken in log book X X X

14 Recover a 12 Hour DATA from the VDR / S-VDR X X X

Master Duty Officer

Note :

T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal

P - Entering / Leaving Port

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Checklist for Propulsion Power Failure

PROPULSION POWER FAILURE
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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Copy : Synergy CN-07 Propulsion Power Failure Date : 15-May-17
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Checklist Steering Gear Failure

Checklist Steering Gear Failure
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Steering Failure
1 Inform Master and Engineer on duty X X X
2 Alter course, slow down speed X X X
3 Take action to take vessel away from danger X X X

Engineer should inform the bridge at once as to the

4 X X X
result of the initial check in order to act accordingly

If emergency steering has to be used (one pump

5 X X X
running only) remember limitation regarding speed

6 Post additional look out, if necessary X X X

7 If total steering failure, see steps 8-12 X X X

8 Hoist /exhibit signal NUC (Not under command) X X X

9 Check position of vessels in the vicinity X X X
10 Reduce Speed or stop engines X X X
11 Prepare anchor if in shallow waters X X X
Broadcast warning to ships in the vicinity, inform
12 X X X
VTIS / port
13 Update dynamic AIS inputs X X X
14 Request Tug(s) if required X X X
Consider - suspending berthing/leaving berth or
15 X X
entering/leaving port
When steering failure has been restored, cancel the
16 X X X
broadcast warning
17 Record all actions taken in log book X X
18 Recover a 12 Hour DATA from the VDR / S-VDR X X X

19 Bow thruster where available has been readied X X X

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal

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Checklist Steering Gear Failure

Checklist Steering Gear Failure
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

Original : Vessel Page 29 of 97 Rev. No. 0

Copy : Synergy CN-08 Steering Gear Failure Date : 15-May-17
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Man Over Board

Man Over Board
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Immediate Action

Witness must immediately release lifebuoy from the

vicinity or MOB marker. If in daylight, throw
1 overboard any big floating objects that may help to X X X X
indicate the position. Activate GPS man overboard
positioning system (if available).

2 Alter course, slow down speed X X X X

Assign the look-out to indicate the position of the
3 X X X X
person in the water
Start the Williamson turn (When entering or leaving
port - only if possible):

– Rudder hard over. Swing stern (propeller) away

from the person overboard. Continue the turn until
4 off-course as indicated in the Williamson turn X X X
diagram for the specific vessel.

– Then put rudder hard over to the opposite side

until the vessel has a course opposite the original
course.

Sound the General Emergency Alarm and three

5 X X X X
prolonged blast ( morse “O”) on the whistle .

6 Mark MOB position on ECDIS X X X X

Inform Engine Room of occurrence and possible

7 X X X
manoeuvring
Check vessel’s position, give position to GMDSS
8 X X X
operator
9 Alert ships in the vicinity X X X X
10 Broadcast Man-overboard Warning X X X X
Use extra Lookouts posted to keep
11 X X X
person/flare/marking in sight

Prepare a lifeboat or the Rescue Boat, if any, to pick

12 up person overboard. Make sure the boat has a VHF X X X X
radio onboard for communication with the bridge.

13 Sound three long blasts repeatedly X X X X

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Man Over Board

Man Over Board
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

14 Inform as necessary, AMVER/AUSEP, Company, etc. X X X X

Record all actions taken in log book, Recover a 12

15 X X X X
Hour DATA from the VDR / S-VDR

Note the temperature of the seawater and consider

the chances of survival. Prepare treatment when
survivor is recovered

16 X X X X
Note: Refer also to the IAMSAR and Ship specific
plans and procedures for recovery of persons from
water
Assume role of On-Scene Co-ordinator

17 Hoist signal flag OSCAR X X X X

When the time of “Man Over Board” is not known

Follow the steps described in Section “Immediate

18 X X X X
Action”, as appropriate
19 Set the limit for the search area X X X X
Use the Williamson Turn and proceed at an opposite
20 X X X
course from the demarcation buoy

Find out when the missing person was last seen and
calculate your position at that time. That position is
21 position zero. The missing person should be X X X
somewhere between position zero and the
demarcation buoy

Consider - current and wind/sea conditions between

22 the two points to calculate the direction a person X X X
might drift away from the course line

Consult the IAMSAR handbook to find the most

23 X X X
suitable search pattern
Recovered
Broadcast information, cancel man-overboard
24 X X X X
warning

25 Update those previously informed of the occurrence X X X X

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Man Over Board

Man Over Board
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

26 Give the recovered person the necessary treatment X X X X

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

Original : Vessel Page 32 of 97 Rev. No. 1

Copy : Synergy CN-09 Man Overboard Date : 14-Dec-18
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Checklist For Gas Release (Tankers)

Checklist for Gas Release(Tankers)
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Gas Release
Sound alarm advise bridge / cargo control room /
1 X X X X
engine Room
2 Alter course, slow down speed X X X X
3 Inform Master X X X X

4 Evacuate unnecessary personnel from location X X X X

Determine nature of gas or toxic vapour using

5 X X X X
explosimeter and toxic gas detector tubes.
6 Check safety data sheets for cargo
7 Determine location of gas or toxic vapour X X X X
Wear BA - Close all doors / vents in and around
8 accommodation and stores. Internal circulation X X X X
employed.
9 Isolate location of gas or toxic vapour X X X X
10 Prepare fire extinguishing apparatus X X X X
Shut down all cargo operations and bunker
11 X X X X
operations.
Arrange for gas freeing / venting or inerting if
12 X X X X
location is an enclosed space.

Check all other enclosed spaces for similar gas

13 or vapour release - All personnel engaged in X X X X
identifying source of gas or toxic vapour to don
personal protective clothing.
Rescue trapped personnel (If any) and give first aid
14 X X X X
as necessary

Master Duty Officer

Note :

T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal

P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea
Original : Vessel Page 33 of 97 Rev. No. 0
Copy : Synergy CN-10 Chklst for Gas Release Date : 15-May-17
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Checklist for Injury

Checklist for injury
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Workplace Accident
Start Acute First Aid treatment; see Section “Acute
1 First Aid”. Do not move the patient unless absolutely X X X X
necessary.
2 Alter course, slow down speed X X X X
3 Inform the Master X X X X

Consider - treatment onboard and whether medical

advice is necessary from professionals. Refer also to
4 X X X X
the Admiralty List of radio Signals Vol.1: Medical
Advice by Radio/MAS Manual. Refer section 5.12

If conditions permit at the earliest opportunity,

within 2 hours of the incident, perform a breath
5 X X X X
analyser test of the person involved and log the
readings

If professional guidance is wanted, prepare the

following information during establishing the X X X X
contact
– Age and sex of the patient
– Breathing frequency
6
– Blood pressure and pulse
– Body temperature X X X X
– Description of the injury symptoms
– What treatment has been started onboard?
– Prepare a list of medicines in English
Have the following information available for use as
required:

– Vessel’s name, call sign, flag owners

– Vessel’s position, course, speed, ETA first
7 scheduled port, distance / sailing time to that port, X X X X
distance/time to nearest port (port of refuge)
– Weather conditions, wind direction and force, sea
and wave height, visibility
– Possibilities for rescue helicopter to pick up
patient
If assistance by helicopter is needed, contact
8 X X X X
nearest rescue centre

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Checklist for Injury

Checklist for injury
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

Assistance may be available from AMVER upon

request from rescue centre. AMVER has a good
9 X X X X
overview of all shipping in the vicinity. Possibly, a
passenger liner in the vicinity has a doctor onboard

The US Paramedics may be available to shipping

through a rescue centre in the United States. The
10 X X X X
Paramedics will give their instructions on how they
will arrive onboard
11 Inform flag state as required X X X X
Acute First Aid
Observe type of injury suffered, for example
12 drowning, electric shock, poisoning by gas, X X X X
suffocation or injury after a fall

Make the area safe, for example turn off main

13 source of power in the case of electric shock, secure X X X X
area in case of a fall. Call for assistance.

14 Check whether the patient is conscious. X X X X

Check whether the patient is breathing. If the
15 patient is breathing but unconscious, put him in the X X X X
recovery position.
16 If patient is not breathing, check for pulse. X X X X

If the patient is not breathing but has a pulse, clear

17 X X X X
airway and begin artificial respiration immediately.

If patient is not breathing and has no pulse, begin

18 X X X X
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) immediately.

Measures 16 – 18, should ideally be carried out by

an experienced First Aid Provider. The above
19 X X X X
instructions are intended as a guide only and should
not replace formal First Aid training.

Death General
20 Inform Company / local authorities / Agent X X X X
21 Enter all relevant information in the logbook X X X X

22 Store body in a cold place (not below 0.5 Degrees C) X X X

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Checklist for Injury

Checklist for injury
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Consider - necessary precautions due to the religion
23 X X X X
of the deceased
24 Inventory of personal effects with witness X X X X
A death certificate to be obtained from a doctor
25 X X X X
when the ship arrives in port
26 Fill in Flag State document as required X X X X
Death-Personal Belongings
The Master must arrange for witness list to be made X X X
27 of all belongings of the deceased

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

Original : Vessel Page 36 of 97 Rev. No. 0

Copy : Synergy CN-11 Checklist for Injury Date : 15-May-17
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Checklist for Helicopter Accident

Checklist for Helicopter Accident
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
1 Raise alarm X X
Muster, prepare teams for rescue and firefighting
2 X X
operations
3 Alter course, slow down speed X X

Switch off the power to the helicopter if the switch

4 X X
can be identified quickly and is accessible

5 Rescue / Attend injured personnel X X

Prepare the fixed foam firefighting system - if
6 X X
provided
Assess hazards - Fire, Oil pollution, structural
7 X X
damage
8 Assess the damages X X
9 Prepare life boats X X
10 Maintain records X X

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

Original : Vessel Page 37 of 97 Rev. No. 1

Copy : Synergy CN-12 Helicopter Accident Date : 30-Dec-19
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Checklist for Navigational Failure

Checklist for Navigational Failure
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Manoeuvring or Navigational Failure
Bridge Control/Engine Telegraph Failure

1 Alter course, slow down speed X X X

2 Inform the Master X X X

3 Use emergency telegraph X X X
Engine room to be attended during any bridge
4 X X X
control failure
Consider - suspending berthing/leaving berth or
5 X X
leaving/entering port
Gyrocompass Failure
Measures T P C S

If the gyrocompass has failed, where a second

gyrocompass is available make the second one
1 X X X
active. If a second gyrocompass is not available, see
steps 3-9.

If both gyrocompasses (where available) have failed,

2 X X X
see steps 3-9

Change to manual steering and steer the vessel by

3 magnetic compass, keeping in mind correction to be X X X
applied

4 Inform the Master X X X

5 Enter heading in both radars manually X X X
Remember that heading may affect other
6 X X X
navigational aids and Sat Communications
If GPS working keep monitoring Course in order to
7 X X X
adjust course with magnetic compass

8 Reduce speed if considered necessary X X X

Steer with Landmarks particularly when in proximity

9 X
to port

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port

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Copy : Synergy CN-13 Navigation failure Date : 15-May-17
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Checklist for Navigational Failure

Checklist for Navigational Failure
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

Original : Vessel Page 39 of 97 Rev. No. 0

Copy : Synergy CN-13 Navigation failure Date : 15-May-17
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Checklist for Rescue from enclosed Spaces

Checklist for Rescue from enclosed Spaces
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Crew Trapped in an Enclosed Area or Tank
Notify the officer on duty and give a short
1 X X
description of the occurrence
2 Alter course, slow down speed X X
3 All teams to Muster at their stations X X
Advise by loud speaker that rescue operation will
4 take place (where, when and who have been X X
trapped)
5 Make ready BA teams as soon as practicable X X
6 Check atmosphere for O2%, flammable gases, etc. X X
The Backup Team should bring equipment to
7 X X
provide light and ventilation in the area
Fire team should bring stretchers, blankets and
8 oxygen apparatus together with first aid equipment, X X
and prepare for treatment
Consider - contact local medical aid and prepare
9 X X
appropriate documentation
10 Consider - contacting AMVER/AUSREP X X
Consider Place of Refuge for evacuation of casualty
11 X X
if required

Location and circumstance will dictate actions to be

12 taken in order to save persons from the enclosed X X
space as safely and quickly as possible

Try to contact trapped person in order to give him

13 X X
some support

Do not start any rescue operation before informing

the Duty Officer and/or Master. Remember you
14 X X
may lose your life if you attempt the rescue on your
own

15 Record all actions taken in log book X X X X

Master Duty Officer

Note :

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Checklist for Rescue from enclosed Spaces

Checklist for Rescue from enclosed Spaces
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal

P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

Original : Vessel Page 41 of 97 Rev. No. 1

Copy : Synergy CN-14 Rescue fromenclosed space Date : 30-Dec-19
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Checklist for Heavy Weather Damage

Checklist for Heavy Weather Damage
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Assess weather and decide whether to allow
1 persons to go on to weather decks for damage X X
assessment
2 Adjust course and speed X X
3 Alter course, slow down speed X X
Provide lee for persons going to weather decks for
4 X X
assessment
5 Assess watertight integrity of the vessel X X
6 Assess machinery damage X X
7 Casualty assessment X X
Assess stability of the vessel, pollution hazards, fire
8 X X
hazards
Check lashings of anchor, gangway, check pipes for
9 X X
fracture
10 Technical team to plan the repairs X X
Provide vessel's updated hydrostatic condition and
11 present damage to office / class emergency X X
response

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

Original : Vessel Page 42 of 97 Rev. No. 0

Copy : Synergy CN-15 Heavyweather damage Date : 15-May-17
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Earthquake/Tsunami
Checklist for Earth Quake / Tsunami
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
1 Sound alarm X
Shut down all cargo operations and bunker
2 X
operations.
3 Alter course, slow down speed X
4 Monitor mooring, cargo hoses for damage X
5 Check gangway for damage - secure X
Prepare ME, bridge equipment’s, mooring
6 X
equipment’s for emergency evacuation of berth
7 Call tugs for assistance, if necessary X
8 Maintain records X
Obtain permission from terminal and harbour
9 X
master prior departure
10 Notify Company, all interested parties X
If terminal requests resuming cargo operation, go
11 X
through again with ship / shore checklist

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

Original : Vessel Page 43 of 97 Rev. No. 0

Copy : Synergy CN-16 Earthquake Tsunami Date : 15-May-17
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Cargo Tank Integrity Failure

Cargo Tank Integrity Failure
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Check the level of cargo in adjacent tank and
1 note down the parameters of the tank such as X X X X
pressure, temperature etc.
In case cargo operations are in progress,
2 X X X X
Immediately stop all operations.
3 Alter course, slow down speed X X X X

Check the condition of vessel to assess damaged

4 stability, activate the company ERT and ERS for X X X X
assistance in case required.
Keep the fire /foam system in readiness for
5 X X X X
immediate use.

Check the possibility of transferring contents of

6 affected tank to another empty tank or tank with X X X X
same cargo

Blank air pipes of adjacent space and fit P/V valve.

7 X X X X
Commence inerting of adjacent space.

Check stability and stress parameters by loadicator

8 X X X X
for latest status of tanks
Send notifications to Managers/ Owners and
9 X X X X
charterers.

If a risk of pollution exists act as per SOPEP/VRP and

10 X X X X
company notification procedures.

Ensure correct PPE worn by crew in the vicinity the

11 cargo vapours are likely to present. Check MSDS X X X X
sheet for safety precautious.

Ensure no ignition source is present in the vicinity.

12 X X X X
Only non-spark tools should be used when required.

Decision taken in consultation with class, office to

13 X X X X
contain the leakage, internal transfer of cargo.

Any immediate action required should be in

accordance with the ships Trim and Stability
14 X X X X
Booklet. Or the damaged stability booklet as
applicable. Or in consultation with ERS.

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Cargo Tank Integrity Failure

Cargo Tank Integrity Failure
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Check the level of cargo in adjacent tank and note
down the parameters of the tank such as pressure, X X X X
15 temperature etc.

Master Duty Officer

Note: No cargo / Ballast transfer to be performed without the consent of Class ERS

Note :

T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal

P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

Original : Vessel Page 45 of 97 Rev. No. 0

Copy : Synergy CN-17 Cargotank Integrity fail Date : 15-May-17
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ECDIS Sensors input failure (e.g. GPS: Position input failure, Gyro:
Heading information failure, Speed Log: Speed input failure)
Sensor input failure (Position or Heading or Speed sensor input failure)
S.No. Measures Check Remarks

1 Read and acknowledge the alarm

2 Identify failed sensor input
3 Call Master
Ascertain the closest navigational danger and time
4
available
5 Amend the ship's route as necessary
Inform engine room and assess engine readiness
6
requirement
7 Increase bride manning level as required

8 Analyse the risks associated with failed sensor input

Identify other equipment that may be affected by

9
failed sensor

10 Determine if it is possible to rectify the sensor input

11 Comply with CH 18 ECDIS Failure Checklist

12 Inform company
Sensor input failure (GPS/Position input failure)
S.No. Measures Remarks
Comply all above as required in case of Sensor
1
input failure
Select the second GPS input (if unit doesn't switch
2
over automatically to second GPS)
If second GPS input unavailable, operate ECDIS in DR
3
mode
4 Select Radar image overlay

Independently fix the ship position using visual and

5
radar means or using ECDIS radar image overlay

6 Increase the frequency of position fixing

Sensor input failure (Gyro/Heading input failure)
S.No. Measures Remarks
Comply all above as required in case of Sensor
1
input failure

Original : Vessel Page 46 of 97 Rev. No. 2

Copy : Synergy CN-18A ECDIS Sensor Failure Date : 03-Sep-18
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Manually enter the magnetic heading information

2
into the ECDIS
3 Switch the ECDIS to "Head Up" mode
4 Verify magnetic compass error
Sensor input failure (Speed input failure)
S.No. Measures Check Remarks
Comply all above as required in case of Sensor
1
input failure
2 Change the speed source to GPS
If GPS speed unavailable, enter manual speed into
3
the ECDIS

Master

Original : Vessel Page 47 of 97 Rev. No. 2

Copy : Synergy CN-18A ECDIS Sensor Failure Date : 03-Sep-18
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ECDIS Failure
ECDIS Failure
S.No. Measures Equipment Senario Remarks
1a 1b 2 3

Switch over back up ECDIS to “Master mode”

Take over full navigation on back-up ECDIS.
1 X
Establish vessels position. Ensure full
functionality of system.

Ensure that the 'take home charts' or 'Back up

2 X
ENC' are ready for use.

Continue the navigation on paper charts. If steering

with auto PILOT, switch to manual steering.
If chart only available to coastal area or safe
3 anchorage. Proceed to this position and anchor
X X
awaiting service or paper charts for remaining
voyage.

4 Alter course, slow down speed X A

Have the main engines on standby and Stop, if
5 necessary.
X A

6 Inform office/Flag/PSCO(via office) X X X X

Transmit safety/ urgency alerts to all ships in vicinity
7 by means of VHF
X A

8 Determine safe anchoring/ drifting options available. X A

Conduct the manufacturer’s recovery procedure on

9 malfunctioning ECDIS according to the equipment X X X
manual or contact manufacturer.

10 Is the system back in operation? X

Following emergency procedures may be considered in consultation with vessel’s owners / managers
after carrying out a Risk Assessment

Locate the nearest port option within reasonable

range from the last known position, where the
11 X A
service of ECDIS equipment may be arranged; or
where the required paper charts may be connected

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ECDIS Failure
ECDIS Failure
S.No. Measures Equipment Senario Remarks

The services of a pilot may be considered if

available, who carries the ECDIS / navigation
12 software in a portable laptop, enabling vessel to X
reach the nearest area where paper charts may be
connected or ECDIS service may be arranged.

In the absence of any port within reasonable range,

the vessel may consider getting copies of charts
13 online, through email. Printing the chart or the X
necessary section of chart onboard may be
considered.

Soft copies of charts in laptops may be considered to

14 be used to get the navigation information to the X
nearest port of refuge.

The vessel may consider services of an assisting

15 vessel, where the transit may be conducted in a X
convoy

Use of radar mapping, GPS cross track shall be

16 X X
practiced which will be useful in such circumstances

Keeping a printed copy of the passage plan will be

useful. The passage plan should be exhaustive.
While following the plan the vessel’s progress shall
be carefully monitored and alterations conducted as
scheduled. The watch-keepers shall be vigilant to
17 X
make use all the navigational aids including echo-
sounder and radar; and of visual observations of
prominent shore targets when nearing the
coastlines. Good use shall be made of the
information available in sailing directions.

18 Watch levels to be increased as necessary X X

Master Duty Officer

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ECDIS Failure
ECDIS Failure
S.No. Measures Equipment Senario Remarks

Note : Below senario are based on the vessels SEQ certificate.

1 Vessel using dual ECDIS and 'take home' paper charts/ENS.

a. Sigle ECDIS failure
b. Double ECDIS failure
2 Vessel using Single ECDIS and Paper charts (Paper charts as Primary means of navigation).
3 Vessel using Single ECDIS and Paper charts (ECDIS as Primary means of navigation).
A If applicable

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FLOODING
FLOODING
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
1 Has the emergency alarm been activated? X X X X
2 Has the Master been informed? X X X X
3 Alter course, slow down speed X X X X
Have all crew members mustered at emergency
4 X X X X
stations and are accounted for?

Has communication been established with all

5 emergency station parties to identify the hazards X X X X
and to initiate the appropriate mitigating actions?

Have all tanks, bilges and void spaces been

6 X X X X
sounded?
7 Has the flooded space been identified? X X X X
8 Close all watertight doors X X X X
Have all watertight covers for the flooded space
9 X X X X
been secured?

10 Has the rate of water ingress been determined? X X X X

Has the cause been identified for the flooding so

11 that appropriate damage control measures may be X X X X
planned?

Have notifications been made to the Company and

12 X X X X
relevant Port State and Coastal State Authorities?

Has the vessel’s hydrostatic condition been

13 X X X X
checked?

Have damaged stability calculations been received

14 X X X X
from the Company?
Have fixed and portable pumps been prepared to
15 X X X X
control water ingress?

Has an urgency message been transmitted over the

16 X X X X
radio to warn other vessels in the vicinity?

Is the vessel able to manoeuvre under its own

17 X X X X
power?

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FLOODING
FLOODING
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

Is an updated position of the vessel readily available

18 X X X X
for distress / urgency message transmission?

Have the vessel’s lifesaving appliances been

19 X X X X
prepared for the eventuality of abandoning ship?

Has the process of recovering a 12 Hour DATA from

20 X X X X
the VDR / S-VDR been initiated?

Have records been maintained in the vessel’s

21 logbooks regarding all actions taken in responding to X X X X
the flooding incident?

In case of flood in :
Engine Room - Checklist CN-07 as appropriate
Steering Gear Compartment - Checklist CN-08 as
22 X X X X
appropriate
Generator compartments - Checklist CN-07 as
appropriate

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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Checklist for Emergency Towing and Salvage

Checklist for Emergency Towing and Salvage
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Immediate Action
Has the Emergency Towing Booklet (ETB) Referred
1 X X
to
2 Fix time and position X X
As a minimum the following must be taken into
account when assessing the situation:
– Safety of personnel
– Weather and sea condition
– Nature of seabed and shoreline
– Availability of assistance
– Risk for further damage to the ship
– Threat of pollution
3 X X
– Proximity to shore or shoal water
– Current and tide
– Potential for safe anchoring

– Damage already sustained by the ship

– Prospect of maintaining communication

– Manpower and material required
– Take photos
If the decision to require assistance has been
taken, prompt action to contact any available
resource using the most expeditious means at his
disposal must be utilized. The master should use
4 X X
the company’s Shore based Crisis Team
extensively, and any third parties available (refer
to “List of Coastal State Contacts” in the document
titled "Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan").

If third party assistance is required, the "Lloyds

Open Form" is most usually offered and should be
agreed upon to avoid any delays in the assistance
5 X X
being rendered. Salvage contract negotiations
should not in any way delay the engagement of
the salvors.

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Checklist for Emergency Towing and Salvage

Checklist for Emergency Towing and Salvage
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

Prepare to receive assistance from salvage vessel

in order to reduce loss of time. The preparations
6 will depend on the circumstances. The safety of X X
personnel and protection of the environment must
be deciding factors in the choice of actions.

Inform the salvager of all relevant information

regarding vessel details, description of the
7 X X
situation, type of danger or distress, oil pollution
equipment onboard etc.

Throughout the entire operation the master must

constantly evaluate the situation with regard to:

– Safety of personnel

– Environmental protection

– The vessel’s stability considering:

- Transfer of cargo / bunkers
- Controlled flooding
8 X X
- Jettison of cargo
- Stress and stability
– Onboard communication
– Communication with outside sources of
assistance
– Mandatory notifications

– Advisory messages (security)

– Casualty reports
Towing/Assistance from Another Vessel

Prepare to receive the assistance from salvage

1 vessel in order to reduce costs and loss of time. X X
The preparations will depend on the circumstances

2 Contact Company for further advice X X

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Checklist for Emergency Towing and Salvage

Checklist for Emergency Towing and Salvage
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

The safety of the complement and the vessel must

be a deciding factor in the choice of actions. When
the vessel is in state of distress, the Master may
3 X X
have to make his decisions alone. He is obliged and
he has the right to sign the Lloyd’s Open Form
provided in Contingency Manual Annex 2.

Inform the salvage vessel of all relevant

information regarding the vessel’s name, home
4 port, call sign, tonnage, type of ship, position, X X
description of the situation, type of danger or
distress, oil pollution, equipment onboard, etc.

If towing is necessary, the Company must be

notified immediately so that hull insurance and
shippers’ agreement may be obtained. If there is
5 X X
no danger to human lives, the approval of the
Company, shippers and hull insurance must be
obtained before the towing operation is started

Prepare a list towing equipment available. Length,

diameter, strength of the insurance wire (if any),
other heavy wires and hawsers, anchor chains; the
6 X X
dimensions and safe working load of the towing
shackles onboard, together with other possible
equipment for towing

Remember that there exists an unqualified

obligation to assist persons in distress. However,
7 there are no such obligations for a master to assist X X
in the salvage of a ship or its cargo, including
towing.

Master Duty Officer

Note :

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Checklist for Emergency Towing and Salvage

Checklist for Emergency Towing and Salvage
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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Checklist for Search and Rescue

Checklist for Search and Rescue
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Initial Actions

Has ship specific plan and procedure for recovery of

1 X X X
persons from water been referred to.

2 Alter course, slow down speed X X X

Inform the coastal radio station of your vessel’s

3 name, call sign, position, speed, and confirm that X X X
you are heading for distress position.

Request information from the vessel/persons in

4 X X X
distress.
5 Listen on the emergency frequencies X X X

The coastal radio station will inform whether your

assistance will be needed. If not needed, proceed
6 for original destination. Make a report to the X X X
Company about extent and means of the search and
rescue action.

Before reaching the search area or distress area,

organize the crew into groups and establish a watch
7 arrangement with continuous lookout from several X X X
positions. Keep continuous radar watch. Keep ME
ready for manoeuvring

Consider - the type of rescue methods that may be

8 used under prevailing conditions. Prepare to pick up X X X
survivors from sea.

9 Pick up wreckage for identification if time permits X X X

Rescue of Survivors General

Consider - existing conditions that can make the

rescue operation hazardous. It could be wise to wait
10 X X X
until weather has improved or until daylight, for
instance

Investigate whether suitable rescue craft are

11 X X X
available

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Checklist for Search and Rescue

Checklist for Search and Rescue
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
If possible, establish communication with the
12 survivors to obtain information about their X X X
condition and the circumstances
During all rescue operations the rescuers must wear
13 X X X
life-vests for obvious reasons
Refer also to the IMO publication IAMSAR regarding
14 search patterns and alerting authorities and radio X X X
stations

Note the dangers of using oils like fuel oil in oil bags
to calm the seas as these oils produce toxic hazards
to survivors and rescuers, especially if the oil enters
15 X X X
the lungs. The use of lubrication oils or spill oils will
reduce the danger of poisoning, however, vegetable
oils or fish oils are not poisonous.

16 Report all occurrences to Company, MRCC, Owners X X X

Rescue from wreck

S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
If conditions allow, try direct transfer of survivors
17 from the wreck by means of your vessel’s rescue X X X
boat or lifeboat
Check the surroundings for drifting wreckage that
18 X X X
may endanger the operation

Consider - use of oil to calm the seas either to

19 windward of the wreck or to leeward so that the X X X
wreck can drift into the oil slick

Consider - position your own ship to give the rescue

20 X X X
boat some shelter

Launching a lifeboat in high seas requires a high

degree of seamanship and only the most
21 experienced personnel should try to perform that X X X
exercise. Launching is most favourable when the
vessel has wind and sea a few degrees on the bow.

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Checklist for Search and Rescue

Checklist for Search and Rescue
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

If conditions are too difficult, consider using a line-

thrower to have a good rope or a hawser pulled
22 over to the wreck. Bring over a second line that can X X X
be used to haul a life-raft back and forth between
the vessel and the wreck

If it is not possible to shoot a line over the wreck,

consider towing a raft from your vessel and let the
raft drift down to the wreck by manoeuvring your
23 vessel into a suitable position. The towing line must X X X
be made fast around the raft as a normal painter
would not withstand the strains

Rescue from Survival Craft

24 Consider - use of oil to calm the seas X X X

Prepare taking the survivors onboard from the

rescue boat. Do not expect any assistance from
25 X X X
the survivors, as they are probably exhausted
and seasick

Stretch a boat line from forward to aft to keep the

craft in position. Nets should be hung over the side.
26 A raft may be used as a platform. Crewmembers X X X
with life buoys and lines should be posted to help
survivors
who might fall into the sea during the transfer

Some of your crewmembers should be prepared to

27 board the survival craft in order to assist the X X X
survivors

Rescue of Survivors from the Sea

Survivors in the sea must be regarded as being in

28 imminent danger. The quickest possible rescue is X X X
required.

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Checklist for Search and Rescue

Checklist for Search and Rescue
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

All survivors must be hauled out of the sea in a

29 horizontal position in order to avoid the fatal shock X X X
effects of the loss of water pressure against the
body when it is taken out of the sea in a vertical
position. If possible, spread out a net under the
survivor and roll him horizontally out of the sea and
over the railing of the rescue boat

Rescuers, who jump into the sea to assist, must be

30 X X X
secured by a line and use immersion suits

Survivors must be given the appropriate treatment

31 for the circumstances. Be aware of the dangers of X X X
hypothermia
End Of Rescue Action

If a survival craft or other boats have to be left adrift

32 after rescue operations, the nearest rescue centre X X X
must be notified. Information about the position,
description of the boat, weather conditions, possible
drift etc., must be given together with information
about possible radio-transmitters that are
automatically sending out distress signals in the area
Notify all earlier contacts when the rescue
operations have been ended, and cancel distress
33 calls and messages X X X

34 Prepare information on deviation and send it to X X X

Company

Action required will be in accordance with the ship specific plan for recovery of persons from the water.

Master Duty Officer

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Checklist for Search and Rescue

Checklist for Search and Rescue
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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IMDG Cargo – Fire and Explosion Checklist

IMDG Cargo – Fire and Explosion Checklist
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Raise the Fire Alarm (if it has not been detected
1 by an automatic fire detection system). Inform X X X X
bridge, CCR (if in port)
Fire team Muster at fire stations. Check if
2 X X X X
crew/personnel is missing or injured

3 Alter course, slow down speed X X X

Locate stowage position of cargo that is burning or

4 X X X X
emitting smoke

Obtain UN numbers and the EmS FIRE SCHEDULE of

the cargo involved. Check if other dangerous goods
5 X X X X
may potentially be involved in fire and identify the
relevant fire schedule

6 Stop all cargo operations X

Obtain expert assistance from emergency contact

7 information listed in the IMDG manifest or X X X X
dangerous goods declaration

Stop Ventilation, Close fire doors, fire flaps and

8 X X X X
external doors
9 Isolate electrical equipment X X X X
10 Stop ME if necessary X X X
11 Attend injured people if any X X X X
BA Teams should be ready and prepared as soon as
12 X X X X
possible

Consider - risk of explosion, when dangerous

13 material is involved in the fire; consider the dangers X X X X
of toxic fumes and flammable vapours

S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

Fire team leader shall advise the Bridge (Master)
14 X X X X
regarding situation
Fire team shall proceed to the place of fire in order
15 X X X X
to recover any missing crew/personnel

Support team shall cool down surrounding area

16 where fire took place; by means of fire hoses X X X X
(Consider all six sides). Monitor temperature

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IMDG Cargo – Fire and Explosion Checklist

IMDG Cargo – Fire and Explosion Checklist
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
17 Prepare ISC X
18 Prepare life boats X X
19 Advise other vessels in the vicinity X X
20 Determine the extent of the damage X X X X
Consider - if there is any possibility of spill or
21 X X
leakage. Try to minimize and confine
Consider any risk to adjacent containers. Spray
22 copious quantity of water on adjacent containers to X X X X
prevent spread of fire

23 Recover a 12 Hour DATA from the VDR / S-VDR X X X X

24 Consider - abandoning vessel X X X X

25 Record all actions taken in log book X X X X

26 Inform Company, Insurance/ P&I. Port Authorities X X X X

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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IMDG Cargo – Spillage checklist

IMDG Cargo – Spillage checklist
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Sound the General Emergency Alarm to alert the
1 X X X X
crew
Alter course / reduce speed if harmful substances
2 X X X
are released due to heavy weather
3 Stop Cargo Operations X

Identify the dangerous goods involved, the stowage

4 location and the EMS SPILLAGE SCHEDULES for the X X X X
cargoes

Evaluate hazards associated with the cargo for

5 X X X X
personnel, as well as risk of fire / explosion etc.

If marine pollutant washed overboard, report to the

6 nearest costal station in accordance with Reporting X X X X
Procedures

7 All teams to muster at their stations X X X X

Appropriate PPE such as chemical suits to be worn

8 X X X X
when handling harmful substances

9 Advise Terminal and local agent X X

Obtain expert assistance from emergency contact

10 information listed in the IMDG manifest or X X X X
dangerous goods declaration

Consider withdrawing to a well-protected area in

11 X X X X
case of leaks involving flammable liquids or gases

Remove contamination with hazardous material

12 from the skin and wash with copious quantities of X X X X
water

Contact medical facilities or closest rescue center if

13 X X X X
external medical assistance required. Consult MFAG

Find the cause of release of harmful substance. Take

14 appropriate action to reduce or stop further release X X X X
of harmful substance

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IMDG Cargo – Spillage checklist

IMDG Cargo – Spillage checklist
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

15 Estimate Quantity released X X X X

In case of spill on deck, consult EMS and clean up

16 X X X X
the spill.
17 Record all actions taken in log book X X X X

18 Inform Company, Insurance/ P&I. Port Authorities X X X X

19 Recover a 12 Hour DATA from the VDR / S-VDR X X X X

Operation Oil Pollution
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
1 Activate actions as per SOPEP / SMPEP X X X X
Probable oil type and hazards (MSDS), Toxic
2 Vapour/H2S, is BA required? Gas Checks to be X X X X
carried out.
Gas Checks to be carried out. Personnel shall wear
3 X X X X
Gas Meters as necessary
Stop non-essential air intake into Accommodation
4 X X X X
and Engine Room
Persons missing? In Port shore leave board? Last
5 X X X X
sighted position and time?
6 Designate teams as per SOPEP Appendix 4 X X X X
7 Close all tank, pipeline and manifold valves X X X X
If oil in water, ascertain whether own vessel is
8 X X X X
source of oil or not
Operate Main Deck Dump Valves SLOWLY if spill on
9 Main Deck, reduce IG pressure if any back pressure X X X X
bubbling through spill evident
Operate Wilden Pump into Slop tanks if spill on Main
10 X X X X
Deck
Locate source of leakage and isolate/stem flow if
11 X X X X
possible
Consult SOPEP/VRP & relevant local VRP & SOPEP
12 (Canada VRP, Panama SOPEP) for Initial reporting X X X X
procedures and notifications
13 Update AIS status / broadcast on GMDSS X X X
14 Call 24 Hr Emergency Contact Number X X X X

Commence clean up using designated oil spill

15 X X X X
equipment on board.

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IMDG Cargo – Spillage checklist

IMDG Cargo – Spillage checklist
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Designate BA team to prepare and standby in case
16 X X X X
of fire
17 Evaluate scale of spill X X X X
Assess fire risk from release of flammable liquids or
18 X X X X
vapour

19 Consider use of foam blanket to prevent ignition X X X

Reduce liquid levels in suspect tank area by

20 X X X X
dropping into empty or slack tank(s)
21 Drain affected pipeline to empty or slack tank X X X X
Reduce IG pressure to minimum (if not already done
22 X X X X
for Dump Valves)
If leakage at Pump room Sea Valve, relieve pipeline
23 X X X X
pressure/pull vacuum in line
Prepare Cargo Pumps, IG and Steam to Pump room
24 X X X X
for liquid transfer
25 Calculate stresses and stability X X X X
Consider IG connections to Pump room and Ballast
26 X X X X
tanks
Consider Cargo to Ballast crossover bend in Pump
27 X X X X
room
Consider transfer of cargo, ballast or bunkers to
28 X X X X
alleviate high stresses
Consider pumping water into leaking tank to create
29 X X X X
water cushion under oil
Obtain weather forecast and assess effect on
30 X X X X
incident
31 Assess likelihood of further pollution X X X X
Obtain samples from water for analysis ashore to
32 X X X X
confirm original source
When all facts known agree action plan with
33 X X X X
company Emergency Response Team
Liaise with statutory agencies and clean up
34 X X X X
contractors as required
Obtain explicit permission before any use of oil
35 X X X X
dispersant overboard
Evidence collecting, inc VDR, photos, written
36 X X X X
records, etc.
37 Consider D&A Testing of key personnel X X X X

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IMDG Cargo – Spillage checklist

IMDG Cargo – Spillage checklist
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
Designate stowage for residues from clean up (No
38 X X X X
Incineration)

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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Uncontrolled vetting (Gas tankers)

Uncontrolled vetting (Gas tankers)
Following actions to be taken in case of accidental release of toxic gases:
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
1 Operate ESD. X X X X
2 Alter course, slow down speed X X X X
3 Inform Terminals X X
4 Seal and isolate the accommodation. X X X X
5 Change the air conditioner to re circulation. X X
Change air conditioner uptake to re circulation if it is
6 X X
not already on recirculation.

Do not go out on the cargo decks without suitable

7 protective clothing / gear, suitable for the specific X X X X
toxic gas that was released.

8 Inform coastal state. X X

9 Inform Office X X X X
10 Follow any specific advice from the terminal. X X
No hot work in E/Room including in the workshop.
11 X X X X

12 No smoking including in SMOKING ROOMS X X X X

Cooking to be suspended, Galley and Laundries
13 X X X X
power should be isolated

14 All Fire safety precautions should be taken. X X X X

15 Deck spray should be continuously running X X X X

16 Alter ship’s course and speed to disperse Gas X X X X
Precautions against Injury due to slip on deck, cold
17 X X X X
burn and vapor cloud.
18 Monitor Fixed gas detection system. X X X X
19 Monitor pressure and temperature of all tanks. X X X X

Continuously monitor the accommodation,

20 machinery spaces and the outside decks for toxic X X X X
gases until the emergency is over.

Master Duty Officer

Note :

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Uncontrolled vetting (Gas tankers)

Uncontrolled vetting (Gas tankers)
Following actions to be taken in case of accidental release of toxic gases:
S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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Cargo – Shifting checklist

S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

Sound the General Emergency Alarm to alert the
1
crew

If the shift of cargo is suspected due to ship rolling

2 or pitching, then they should immediately alter
course in order to reduce the effects.

Crew to “stand-by”. Survival craft to be prepared by

3 a designated
boat preparation party.

Main engine to maneuvering RPM. Depending upon

situation, may be necessary to reduce speed to the
4 minimum to retain steerage way.The appropriate
navigation signals would need to be given if any
future maneuvering would be restricted.

5 If night time, the OOW to switch on deck lighting.

Chief Officer with the bosun and other chosen
members of crew to investigate the cargo shift and
report to master:

What was shifted?

6
Reasons, if known, for shift.
Damage sustained (if any).
Likelihood of further shift and/ or damage.
Proposed actions.
Ensure that all possible required deck services are
7 made available(e.g. ballast pumps, deck hydraulics
etc.).

In all cases, the Company must be

8
informed of the situation, with regular updates.

Where applicable and where there is no risk to life,

the Chief Officer in consultation with the Master
9
shall make arrangements to secure
the shifted cargo.

Based on estimations of the weight shifted, stability

calculations should be made to access whether
10
ballast can be safely utilized to
correct any resultant list to prevent further shift.

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For shifted deck cargo, consideration may have to be

given to jettisoning it if the safety of life or the
safety of the ship is in imminent danger. Notification
11
of any jettisoning along with a
position report would have to be given to the
relevant shore authorities.

Only when the Master is satisfied that it is safe to do

12
so should the ship “resume passage”.

Any earlier prepared survival craft should now be re-

13
stowed.
14 Report to the Office.

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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CARGO SPILLAGE – LOADING CONNECTION RUPTURE/PIPELINE FRACTURE

CARBON STEEL IS BRITTLE IN NATURE AT CRYOGENIC TEMPERATURES. CARBON STEEL EXHIBITS A SHARP
DECREASE IN THE AMOUNT OF STRESS THEY ARE ABLE TO ABSORB AT TEMPERATURES RANGING FROM
AS HIGH AS ROOM TEMERATURE DOWN TO –1600C. IN GENERAL

ALL SECTIONS OF THE CARGO AND LIQUID NITROGEN PIPING CONTAINING ECHANICAL JOINTS ARE
SUSCEPTIBLE TO LEAKAGE. IF UNATTENDED, A LEAK FROM THESE AREAS COULD CAUSE A BRITTLE
FRACTURE.
ANOTHER POSSIBILITY FOR A GAS LEAK IS A CARGO TANK OVERFILL. SHOULD A TANK BE OVERFILLED
DUE TO THE FAILURE OF ALL HIGH SHUTDOWNS LIQUID MAY FILL THE VENT MAST AND SPILL OUT,
CAUSING BRITTLE FRACTURE.

S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

1 Raise alarm. Operate ESD (inform shore)
2 Inform Chief Officer and Master
3 Isolate affected section. Reduce pressure in it.

Start deck spray for affected section. Wash away

cargo from deck. (Fixed water spray should be
4 supplemented with water spray with hoses to
deflect a gas cloud. All efforts to be made to arrest
further leakage as soon as possible. Monitoring of
gas concentration to be maintained until such
time.)
5 Close all accommodation ventilators, stop blowers,
and air conditioning.
6 If gas detected in engine room, trip generators.

Deploy fire hoses and DCP system as necessary.

7 Emergency squad should wear breathing apparatus
and protective clothing.

Take all measures to avoid accidental ignition.

8 (Smoking and naked lights prohibited anywhere on
the ship and electrical switches used as little as
possible)

When considered safe, disconnect hoses and call

9 stations forward and aft for taking tug lines and
casting off in consultation with shore. The vessel will
be shifted with tug assistance without main engine
as long as Gas persists on deck.

Master Duty Officer

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Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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BREACH OF CARGO TANK CONTAINMENT

CARBON STEEL IS BRITTLE IN NATURE AT CRYOGENIC TEMPERATURES. CARBON STEEL EXHIBITS A
SHARP DECREASE IN THE AMOUNT OF STRESS THEY ARE ABLE TO ABSORB AT TEMPERATURES RANGING
FROM AS HIGH AS ROOM TEMERATURE DOWN TO –1600C. IN GENERAL,

S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

CARGO TANK LEAKAGE
1 Raise alarm.
2 Temperature sensors in the cargo tank hold space
will activate an alarm at the prescribed temperature
if the steels in this space becomes cooled below
their service temperature. Hold bilge alarms & gas
detectors will activate.

3 Temperature sensors in the cargo tank hold space

will activate an alarm at the prescribed temperature
if the steels in this space becomes cooled below
their service temperature. Hold bilge alarms & gas
detectors will activate.

4 Use cargo educator to pump out the hold bilge into

the other tank
5 Monitor Hold pressure and Cargo tank levels.
Purge the cargo hold with inert gas in accordance
6 with the procedure Cargo Hold Inerting.

7 Isolate the IG line of affected hold from other holds

8 Avoid drawing air into affected tank/hold

HOLD BOUNDARY STRUCTURAL FAILURE
1 Carefully investigate the extent of damage and
report the ships present status to the Management
Office. The Office will advise the necessary action to
be taken.

2 Any immediate action required should be in

accordance with the ships Trim and Stability
Booklet.

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore

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S - Transiting in open Sea

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CARGO FIRE – ON DECK(POOL / PRESSURE FIRES)

S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

1 Raise alarm. Operate ESD. Inform shore authorities

if applicable
2
Isolate the affected section. Reduce pressure in it.
3
Start deck spray. Also bridge front spray if required
4 Use DCP system as is necessary
HOSE OPERATION
Pull entire hose from the base reel. Operate DCP
system.
Pull the ring pin and depress the lever on the
actuator located in the vicinity of the hose assembly

4a The discharge of the dry powder is now controlled

by opening the hose nozzle valve and directing the
hose as required to control or extinguish the fire

The nozzle should be held tightly when opening the

nozzle valve due to high discharge pressure

TURRET OPERATION (LOCAL)

Pull the actuator ring and depress the actuator

lever. The discharge of dry chemical is now
controlled by a 3-position control valve located
beside the actuator. Placing the 3-position open-
4b neutral-close control valve in the open position
permits the discharge of dry chemical from the
turret. Placing the control valve in the close position
closes the ball valve stopping the flow of dry
chemical.
The turret locking bar may be removed to direct the
discharge of dry powder if required.
TURRET OPERATION (REMOTE FROM CCR)
Use the same procedure as local operation

The local control valve must be in the neutral to

4c permit operating from the remote-control station

Clean and recharge each system as soon as possible

after use in accordance with the Ansul instruction
manual
5 Put fire hoses into use.

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6 Isolate Compressor room

7 Comply with the general checklist for fire
8 Activate the Emergency and Contingency reporting
system to the office

Master Chief Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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CARGO FIRE – IN COMPRESSOR ROOM

S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

1 Raise Alarm. Operate ESD and inform shore

authorities if vessel in the port.
2 Start deck spray for Compressor Room.

3 The fire dampers which serve the air intake

requirements of the Compressor Room must be
closed prior to the initiation of the CO2 system.
4 Take a complete head count to confirm nobody is
left inside.
5 Isolate compressor room cargo lines.
6 Ensure the area is vacated.
7 Release CO2 into compressor room.

A valve control pull box located next to the cylinder

8 control box allows operation of a pressure operated
discharge control valve.

9 Ensure that at the end of the time delay, this valve

opens and releases CO2 discharge from CO2
cylinders into a supply line to the Compressor Room
where the gas is expelled through ten nozzles.

When the CO2 system is activated, static electricity

10 of sufficient potential to ignite a flammable mixture
is produced at the discharge nozzles. For this reason,
CO2 should never be used as a means to reduce the
risk of ignition in flammable mixture.
11
Consider releasing CO2into e-motor room required.
12 Confirm adjoining area is not getting heated.
13 Comply with general checklist for Fire.

Master Chief Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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CARGO FIRE – VENT MAST

S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

CARGO TANK RELIEF VALVE /VENT MASTHEAD
1 Raise Alarm. Operate ESD and inform shore
authorities if vessel in the port.
2 Start deck spray.
3 Stop cargo vapor supply to mast.
4 Cool the mast.

5 Apply dry chemical powder from the nearest

available dry chemical hose or portable dry chemical
extinguisher, to extinguish the flames.
HOSE OPERATION
Operate/active DCP system.

Pull the ring pin and depress the lever on the

actuator located in the vicinity of the hose assembly.
Pull entire hose from the base reel
5a
The discharge of the dry powder is now controlled
by opening the hose nozzle valve and directing the
hose as required to control or extinguish the fire.
The nozzle should be held tightly when opening the
nozzle valve due to high discharge pressure.

TURRET OPERATION (LOCAL)

Pull the actuator ring and depress the actuator

lever. The discharge of dry chemical is now
controlled by a 3-position control valve located
beside the actuator. Placing the 3-position open-
5b neutral-close control valve in the open position
permits the discharge of dry chemical from the
turret. Placing the control valve in the close position
closes the ball valve stopping the flow of dry
chemical.
The turret locking bar may be removed to direct the
discharge of dry powder if required.

TURRET OPERATION (REMOTE FROM CCR)

Use the same procedure as local operation.

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The local control valve must be in the neutral to

permit operating from the remote-control station.

Clean and recharge each system as soon as possible

after use in accordance with the Ansul instruction
manual.

Reduce pressure in the tank (if pressure is near the

relief valve set point) by sending gas (or more gas)
to the boilers. If necessary, use the steam dumping
arrangement or send gas (or more gas) to shore. Do
6 not vent tanks through the forward vent riser.

CAUTION: If the fire is severe enough and in danger of spreading, the tank dome water sprinkling
System should be activated. Such action will provide cooling to the tank dome cover and adjacent
piping.

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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BREAK AWAY FROM JETTY DURING

S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

[To be read by all Deck Officers as part of joining
familiarization]
1 Operate ESD stop the transfer operations.
2 Sound a series of short & rapid blasts on the ship's
whistle / siren to declare the emergency situation.

3 Inform Terminal of the nature of emergency.

4 Start deck water spray.
5 Inform engine room about emergency and have
engines prepared for maneuver
6 Man, emergency stations & initiate emergency
procedures as per emergency contingency plans for
the situation prevailing.

7 Drain the cargo transfer hoses into ship's tanks and

disconnect them.
8 Ensure Gangway is clear of jetty and picked up. (Cast
off Shore Gangway if used).
9 Disconnect FW hose if connected.
10 Cast off Barge or craft alongside and tell them to
clear away.
11 Send crew on un-mooring stations. Keep fire axe or
knife ready at stations in case ropes need to be cut
off in an emergency. Ensure fire wires are properly
rigged. Keep lines ready Fwd. and Aft for the Tug.

12 Inform Port Control / stand by boat, of the situation

& requirements, if any.
13 Cast off the vessel & continue with the emergency
response. As soon as cast off, prepare Anchors for
use in an emergency.

14 Notify Office, Authorities, Owners, Charterer’s etc as

applicable.

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore

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S - Transiting in open Sea

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PERSONAL CONTACT WITH CARGO

S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

TREATMENT OF CRYOGENIC BURNS
1 Remove any wet clothing or clothing which may
construct blood circulation to the frozen area.

2 If the entire body is exposed to the cryogenic

material place the body in a warm water bath with
arms and legs extended out of the water. If a part of
the body (hand, arm, foot, or leg) is exposed to the
cryogenic material, place the entire body in the bath
with the affected part extended out of the water, to
prevent contamination by infection. Submersion of
the patient keeps the body core temperature as
close to normal following exposure to LNG or LN2 or
LPG.

3 The water bath temperature should be between

37.80C (100F) and 43.30C (110F). When no tub is
available a hot shower set to 43.30C (110F) is
recommended with the patient wrapped in towels
or blankets.

4 Do not allow the affected area to become exposed

to the water while in the shower.
5 Arrange for the patient to be seated on a chair or
shower stool in the shower.
6 Observe signs of possible circulatory problems such
as fainting while in the tub or shower.

7 Arrange for transportation to a hospital if therapy

and observation is recommended. If at sea, have the
following information available for transmission:
Patients age, sex, percent of burn and vital signs
(blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate and body
temperature).

8 To determine the total percent of burned area,

estimate the percent of the burn for those areas as
shown in figure for eg if a right hand and face are
burned then the hand constitutes approximately 3%
and the face 4-1/2% for a total percentage of 7-
1/2%.

9 If at sea or transportation is delayed contact medical

authorities for further instructions

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10 If the burn area is 15% or less oral fluids should be

given to replace any loss of fluids. Do not administer
oral liquids if the patient is unconscious or has
difficulty in taking oral substances.

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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TOXIC GAS RELEASE

S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks
TOXIC GAS RELEASE AT SEA:
Following actions to be taken in case of accidental release
of 1toxicOperate
gases atESD.
sea:
2 Sound general alarm.
3 Seal and isolate the accommodation.
4 Change the air conditioner to re circulation.
5 Inform coastal state.
6 Inform Office
7 Do not go out on cargo decks without protective
gear, suitable for the specific toxic gas that

8 Continuously monitor the accommodation,

machinery spaces and the outside decks for toxic

TOXIC GAS RELEASE ALONGSIDE:

Following action should be taken in case of accidental
release of toxic ESD
1 Operate gases while alongside a terminal:
2 Sound general alarm
3 Inform Terminals
4 Seal and isolate accommodation
5 Change air conditioner uptakes to re circulation if it
is not already on recirculation.
6 Do not go out on the cargo decks without suitable
protective clothing.
7 Inform Office.
8 Follow any specific advice from the terminal.
9 Continuously monitor the accommodation,
machinery spaces and outside decks for toxic gases

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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PROCEDURE TO RESTORE STABILITY IN UNSTABLE CONDITION DURING CARGO OPERATIONS

LOSS OF GM / SUDDEN EXCESSIVE LIST DURING CARGO OPERATIONS

(It is important that at any given time during normal loading or discharging operation not more than 50% of bulkhead valves are open.
In an event vessel has developed list all bulkhead valves must be closed immediately)

These procedures are written to look at issues related to, and address some of the basics for correcting an excessive angle of list,
especially during cargo operations. Vessel is not expected to develop heavy list during sea passage except due to improper distribution
of ballast or fuel which will be a gradual development and is to be corrected immediately upon noticing the development of the list.

Under normal cargo working practices a list of up to 1 (one) degree to either side will be considered acceptable within the confines of
this directive. Whenever a vessel develops a list of greater than 1 (one) degree, this is to be treated as a matter of concern. The Master
should be immediately informed and steps taken to address the situation immediately. The Master should, use his judgement and take
the necessary steps to bring the vessel to an upright position. If this cannot be accomplished safely and quickly then the Master is to
inform the Company and follow the actions as documented below.

S.No. Measures T P C S Remarks

PHASE 1

1 Inform Engine Room and Terminal of the situation and that

cargo operations will have to be suspended.
2 Stop cargo.
3 Close all necessary valves related to cargo operations.

4 Ensure no bulkhead valves are open.

5 For vessels fitted with centre line bulkheads having level gauges
fitted close to the bulkhead on either side, the level gauges will
indicate substantially differing liquid levels if the vessel is listed,
even though both sides of the tank may contain approximately
equal quantities.

6 Stop ballast operations & close all valves related to ballasting

operations.
7 If any seawater or ballast pipe is leaking in some compartment
causing loss of GM, stop the pump, and make arrangements to
pump out same.

8 Disconnect cargo arms. It may also be necessary to disconnect

vapour return line. If the situation so warrants, for the arms
have to be disconnected immediately, request the shore
authorities to operate the ESD 2 and do not send any personnel
to the manifold. Have the IMO spray pump in operation.
Loading Master should be notified of all the actions being taken
by the ship. If the situation is under control, then ensure that
the cargo operations have been stopped, the system has been
purged to ensure that it is liquid free and. Gas Engineer may
consider wearing appropriate PPE to avoid any liquid splash on
person. Inform Loading Master prior Gas Engineer or any other
personnel is sent to the manifold to avoid any inadvertent
operation of ESD 2.

9 Shore gangway to be kept clear of deck & railing. If necessary,

shore gangway to be cleared from vessel.

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10 Change engine room suctions on the low side of the vessel, if

considered necessary and to avoid any heavy silting, blocking of
the suction filters.

11 Inform the company of the situation, company may man the

emergency response room.
12 Sound General Alarm and inform the crew of the situation to
allay their fears as to what is happening, check that all persons
are accounted for and that there are no injuries.

13 Adjust or rearrange moorings, depending on whether vessel has

listed towards or away from the jetty.
14 Assess requirement for tug support.

15 Shut down Elevator system. (This is expected to automatically

trip if list is over 10 degrees)

Note: Do not attempt any corrective action prior to fully

evaluating the ballast distribution.

PHASE 2
16 Determine the actual quantity of the contents of all tanks
including bunker tanks and fresh water tanks. This should be as
accurate as possible and this will determine the next course of
action. Soundings should be treated with caution as false
readings may be recorded depending on the severity of the list
and the position of the sounding pipe or measuring equipment
within the tank. Because of the list, be aware that the sounding
rod may get stuck and block the sounding pipes. Alternative
means of measuring tanks will have to be considered if the list is
high or if any doubt exists to the readings obtained through
soundings.

17 Pass this information onto the designated emergency response

company as well as the management office or as directed and
wait for their recommendations.

18 At the same time input the information into the loading

computer to obtain the GM. If software does not have trim and
list corrections it is safer to manually input volume of liquid in
each tank.

19 Take soundings along the low side of the vessel to ascertain if

the vessel is touching bottom.
PHASE 3
20 Ensure heavy spare gear is adequately secured. Ensure all
weather tight doors are shut. Instruct all staff on board, care
must be exercised when operating these doors.

21 Check to see that bunkers have not overflowed from air vents,
sounding pipes. Inform Office, if any of the bunker tank levels
are to be dropped and consider deployment of oil spill
equipment around the ship as required if the situation so
demands.

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22 Discuss with Terminal the options to reconnect vapour return

line depending on whether it was disconnected along with the
cargo lines if the tank pressures are rising.

23 Consider controlled venting to uncontrolled venting to manage

tank pressures if there is no other alternative. Have the IMO
Spray pump in operation prior this operation and keep the
Terminal and Office informed of your actions.

24 Start deck water spray system if considered necessary, in case

there is a fire hazard.
25 Resetting of ESD may be necessary due to high levels in tanks
due to excessive list, overriding of cargo valves may also be
necessary due to ESD condition.

26 Monitor moorings.
27 Keep a sharp lookout for leaks within the engine room caused
due to the excessive list.
PHASE 4
OBJECTIVE: Action to take in the event the vessel has reached its ‘Angle of Loll’. In any event, the corrective action should always be
taken after full agreement between the Ship, Terminal, and the Office (with inputs suggested by SERS).28

28 Input values into loading computer for reducing free surface

effect using the optimum ballast configuration. Ascertain what
the bending moments and shear force stresses will be and
confirm the shear force and bending moments are acceptable.

29 Compare the ballast sequence received from shore support and

agree corrective ballast plan and sequence.

30 Do not start any ballast movements without confirmation and

agreement from shore support.
31 Open ballast valves in preparation for commencing ballasting
operations.
32 Start filling the optimum, as per the agreed plan, which will,
most likely be the smallest volume ballast tanks on the low side.
Tanks should be filled one at a time. The list will increase
further, if the agreed plan is to fill on the low side, however, the
list will be a gradual and controlled increase.

33 When following the agreed upon ballast sequence, the ship

does not respond as anticipated, the ballasting operation should
be immediately stopped and further advice sought.

34 Once ballast is run into individual tanks on the high side of the
vessel this additional water will cause the centre of gravity to
move downwards (towards the added weight) and the list will
start to decrease. The ship will not roll suddenly to the other
side as there is more water in the low side than in the high side.
35 Moorings should be adjusted as necessary during operation of
bringing the vessel upright.

36 Inform company that the vessel is upright and the angle of loll,
if any, has been removed.

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PHASE 5

37 Ballast can now be adjusted in a controlled manner and

quantities can be brought in line with the cargo plan. Ensure all
liquid levels and weights are correctly recorded in the cargo
computer and the shear force and bending moments are within
allowable limits.

38 Stop ballast. Close all valves.

39 Reset ESD to normal values.

40 Stop deck spray if it was brought into operations.

41 Inform terminal that the vessel is ready to resume cargo
operations.
42 Connect cargo arms.
43 Resume cargo operations,
44 Resume ballasting operations.
45 Inform office once cargo operations have been resumed.

Record all actions. A summary report should be sent along with

the statement of facts to office once the vessel has completed
all cargo operations and resumed her ongoing voyage.

Master Duty Officer

Note :
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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Emergency on Nearby vessel or Shore installation

General Precautions

S No Measures T P C S Remarks

Raise the Alarm. Inform bridge, CCR (if in

1 X X X X
port).

2 Emergency teams to muster designated stations. X X X X

Asssess the situation and potential impact on own

vessel. Consider - risk of explosion, whether
3 dangerous material is involved in the fire; X X X X
consider the dangers of toxic fumes, flammable
vapours, explosives, possibility of oil spill etc.

4 Alter course X X X
5 Prepare ME for manoevring X X X X
6 Raise GMDSS alerts X X X
7 Follow guidance of port satate / MRCC X X X X
Prepare rescue boat for recovery of personnel in
8 water (conditions permitting)
X X X

9 Consider - whether external assistance is needed X X X X

10 Recover a 12 Hour DATA from the VDR / S-VDR X X X X

11 Record all actions taken in log book X X X X

12 Inform Company, Insurance/ P&I. Port Authorities X X X X

Whilst at Sea, Maintain safe distance, from the

Vessel at Emergency, so as to avoid secondary
13 Emergecy onboard Own Vessel, especially if Own
X X
vessel is Tanker.

Additionally in FIRE
14 Stop cargo / bunker operations. X X X X

15 Keep deck fire fix fire fighting system ready X X X X

16 Ascertain the wind direction X X X X

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Turn Air conditioning of accomodation in full

17 X X X X
recirculation
Prepare fire hoses for boundary cooling in the
18 X X X X
windward direction

Consider emergency departure from berth/port

using
19 X X
a. With or without Pilot service as prudent
b. Tugs and /or under own power

Additionally in case of Hazardous material Spill in water

20 Stop all bunker operations X

Assess the direction of current and sea condition.

21 If possible collect Photographic and other X X X X
Evidences of Spill, from other Vessel.

22 Manoeuver away from spill X X X

23 If possible spread out boom on own ship side X X X X

Report colour, direction of flow, approx coverage

24 area in water, identity of hazardous material (if X X X X
possible) to port authority / coastal state

25 Change Engine room suction to 'Low' X X X X

Check the usage of spill dispersant with authority

26 X X X
permission

27 Keep deck fix fire fighting system ready X X X X

28 Plan cleaning of hull if required X X X X

Additionally for toxic/Flammable vapour release

29 Stop cargo operations / bunker ops X X X X

Gas alarm to be raised so that people can muster

30 X X X X
at dedicated gas muster station

31 Identify wind direction X X X X

Determine nature of gas or toxic vapour.

32 X X X X
(Through source or port facilities)

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Refer IMDG or MSDS (if available)to identify

33 X X X X
health hazards

34 Change air conditioning in complete recirculation X X X X

People on open deck to be equipped with

35 X X X X
personal gas meter

36 Check Gas concentration in atmosphere X X X X

If gas concentration on open deck is above TLV,

37 then people don with BA set / gas suit only are X X X X
allowed to go on open deck

Whilst at berth, if Own Vessel is directly in Line of

Vapour flow direction and vapour release is not
38 likely to be stopped soon, consider emergency X X
departure from berth/port, in consultation with
Port Control.

Rig Wind sock to estimate the direction and flow

39 X X X X
of relative wind

Additionally in case of Manoverboard

40 Identify position of MOB and mark on ECDIS/ GPS X X

41 Good listening watch on radio to maintain X X X

42 Realy the alert if required X X X

43 Prepare Main engine for vessel manoeuvring X X X

Consider - current and wind/sea conditions

44 between the two points to calculate the direction X X
a person might drift away from MOB position

Co-ordinate with MRCC to follow the given search

45 X X
pattern

46 Consult IAMSAR Volume III X X

47 Assign lookouts X X X

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Prepare rescueboat to recover personnel from

48 X X X
sea (provided conditions are suitable)

Give the recovered person the necessary

49 X X X
treatment
Additionally in case of vessel foundering

50 Identify position and mark on ECDIS/ GPS X X

51 Send Distress relay alert as / if required X X

52 Prepare Main engine for vessel manoeuvring X X

53 Assign lookouts X X X

Prepare rescueboat to recover personnel from

54 X X X
sea (provided conditions are suitable)

55 Give recovered person the necessary treatment X X X

______________________
_______________
Master Duty Officer

Note:
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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FIRE IN CARGO TANK

General Precautions

S No Measures T P C S Remarks

1 Raise the Alarm

2 Muster & conduct head count of personnel

3 Advise fire parties of situation, location
4 If in port advise terminal
Stop cargo and bunker operations, internal oil
5 transfers, if any. Activate emergency shut
down
6 Prepare the Life Saving Appliance for use
7 Start fire pump / emergency fire pump
8 Muster rescue, resuscitation equipment

9 Prepare the fixed firefighting system for use

10
Activate the Inert Gas System for use as
firefighting or preventive agent

11
Ensure sufficient back up of firefighting
equipment at scene

12 Carry out boundary cooling

13
If at sea consider alteration of course to
facilitate fire fighting
14 If at sea alert vessel’s in vicinity

Advise company, carry out the first notification

15 by phone and follow up with a written
notification

16 Attempt to eliminate any source of re-ignition

17
At sea have details ready for transmitting a
distress / urgency message

If ship is threatened by grave and imminent

18 danger and require immediate assistance,
transmit a distress call & message

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19 Send follow up message to the company

______________________
_______________
Master Duty Officer

Note:
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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MANIFOLD FIRE
General Precautions

S No Measures T P C S Remarks
1 Raise the Fire Alarm (if it has not been X X X X
detected by an automatic fire detection
system). Inform bridge, CCR (if in port).

2 Raise alarm. Operate ESD. Inform shore authorities X X X X

if applicable
3 Fire team Muster at fire stations. Check if X X X X
crew/personnel is missing or injured
4 Isolate the affected section. Reduce pressure in X X X X
the system by releasing into the tank

5 Start deck spray X X X X

6 Isolate Compressor room X X X X
7 Change accomodation Air conditioning to full re X X X X
circulation.

8 BA Teams should be ready and prepared as soon X X X X

as possible

9 Use DCP system as designed X X X X

10 Fight the fire using DCP hoses on deck X X X X

11 The nozzle should be held tightly when opening X X X X

the nozzle valve due to high discharge pressure
12 Consider - risk of explosion, whether dangerous X X X X
material is involved in the fire; consider the
dangers of toxic fumes, flammable vapours,
13 Fire team leader
explosives, shall of
possibility advise theetc.
oil spill Bridge (Master) X X X X
regarding situation (Location, extinguishing
methods to be used ) and possibilities of fire
14 developing
Fire team shall proceed to the place of fire in order X X X X
to recover any missing crew/personnel / in order
to tackle fire.

15 Advise Port, vessels in the vicinity or other X X

authorities
16 Inform Company, Insurance/ P&I. Port Authorities X X X X

17 Consider - whether external assistance is needed X X X X

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18 Recover a 12 Hour DATA from the VDR / S-VDR X X X X

19 Record all actions taken in log book X X X X

______________________
_______________
Master Chief Officer
Note:
T - Loading / Off loading at the Terminal
P - Entering / Leaving Port
C - Transiting close to Coast / Shore
S - Transiting in open Sea

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