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Restricted visibility encountered,, Inform the Master. This is also a statutory legal requirement under STCW – Chapter VIII. See the separate article when to call the master for more information on this. Inform the Engine Room and put the engines on standby. Reduce the speed to a safe speed taking into account all the factors as per COLREGS Rule 6  – Safe Speed. Commence sounding the appropriate fog signal. Switch on the vessels navigation lights. Post additional lookouts. Good practice dictates placing an additional lookout as far forward as possible i.e. on the bow of the vessel. Place a helmsman on standby. Most masters will also instruct that the helm should be taken in hand. Close the watertight doors if fitted. Commence a radar watch, ensuring the radars are properly set up and that all vessels are plotted using ARPA if fitted. If navigating in shallow waters then closely monitor the echo sounder depths. Comply with the COLREGS Rule 19 – Restricted Visibility at all times. Commence listening watch on VHF channels 13/16. Make sure that the vessel is ready at all times to reduce speed, stop or turn away from any danger. If the vessels position is in doubt then consider anchoring. This would be a decision for the Master to make but as a Watch Keeping Officer it is one of the circumstances that you must call them. Planning should be made by the Master for the provision of additional bridge team personnel if required. https://www.instagram.com/p/CTgb5LTlgYo/?utm_medium=tumblr

Pre arrival checks on ship (#shipping)

Lashing operation in the Log carriers visit, www.sailorzone.com https://www.instagram.com/p/CTeV-CJlXl5/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Arrival port (#shipping)

Some beautiful visuals of Panama canal transit, @sailor.zone #shipvideos #sailorzone #panamacanal https://www.instagram.com/p/CTMBbp2lQBr/?utm_medium=tumblr

Cargo operation on ship

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#world_photography_day Some beautiful pictures received from our onboard seafarers... https://www.instagram.com/p/CSwpHL9sRmE/?utm_medium=tumblr

Construction of tanker at shipyard https://www.instagram.com/reel/CSgFB43IsmJ/?utm_medium=tumblr

Bulk carrier approaching port

Hold cleaning on bulk carrier

Fishing boat rescue

Free fall Lifeboat launching

Best sunsets