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Passage Plan Modifications

• Changes to the Passage Plan during a voyage must be communicated to relieving Bridge Watch Officers.
• Modifications can arise from hazardous situations, new destinations, or adverse weather conditions.
• All changes should be recorded in the Bridge Logbook.

Establishing the Passage Plan

• The Passage Plan must be created before the vessel departs, considering:
  • Vessel condition, stability, operational limitations, and permissible draught.
  • Special cargo characteristics, especially hazardous materials, and their handling.
  • Adequate crew competence and rest for a safe passage.
  • Validation of up-to-date certificates and vessel documentation.
  • Use of accurate, current charts and navigational aids for the intended route.
  • Appropriateness of climatological and meteorological data.

Preparing the Passage Plan

• The Passage Plan should include:
  • The plotted route on appropriate scale charts, indicating dangers and navigational systems.
  • Avoidance of using exact Offshore Installation positions for GPS; offset positions are preferred.
• Safety considerations encompass:
  • Safe speed assessments based on navigational hazards and vessel characteristics.
  • Required speed adjustments for night passage, tides, and draught changes.
  • Management of minimum clearance in restricted depth areas and machinery status changes.
  • Strategies for reliable position fixing and marine environmental protection.

Executing the Passage Plan

• Factors to consider when executing the plan:
  • Reliability of navigational equipment.
  • Estimated arrival times at critical tidal points.
  • Meteorological conditions, particularly low visibility areas.
  • Traffic conditions at focal navigational points.

Chart Preparation

• Essential information to mark on charts includes:
  • Parallel indexing and prominent navigation marks.
  • No-go areas to avoid hazards and clearances.
  • Contingency plans and safe distances from anchors.
• Avoid using excessive marking that obscures essential chart details.

Notifications Before Arrival/Departure

• Notify the Master of expected arrival (ETA) or departure (ETD) times.
• Alert engine room and establish critical equipment communication.
• Assign crew for emergency backup and mooring support.
• Check requirements for a Declaration of Security (DOS) with the Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO).

Arrival and Departure Document checks

• Ensure cargo consistency with the manifest.
• Record current tide and weather conditions.
• Verify vessel drafts in the Bridge Logbook.
• Confirm availability of navigational charts and assess port security levels.

Working with Pilots

• Clearly establish the Pilot's and Master's responsibilities.
• The Master retains overall authority and responsibility for the vessel's safety.
• Engage in continuous information exchange regarding navigation and local conditions throughout pilotage.

Master-Pilot Information Exchange

• Initial and ongoing exchanges between the Pilot and Master should cover:
  • Completion of a standard Pilot Card with operational details.
  • General plans, procedures, and contingency plans for the passage.
  • Unique conditions affecting navigation such as weather and marine traffic.
  • Any particular handling characteristics or equipment issues that may impede safe maneuvering.