Note: These checklist are a guide, Masters and navigating officers may wish to add or modify these checklist to suit the particular operational needs of the ship.
Anchoring and anchor watch
Has an anchoring plan been prepared taking into account speed reduction in ample time.
direction/strength of wind and current
tidal stream when maneuvring at low speeds need for adequate sea room particularly to seaward.
depth of water, type of seabed and the scope of anchor cable required
Have the engineroom and anchor party been informed of the time of stand-by for anchoring?
Are the anchors, lights/shapes and sound signalling apparatus ready for use?
Has the anchor position of the ship been reported to the port authority?
While at anchor, the OOW should
determine and plot the ship's position on the appropriate chart as soon as practicable
when circumstances permit, check at sufficiently frequent intervals whether the ship is remaining securely at anchor by taking bearings of fixed navigation marks or readily identifiable shore objects.
ensure that proper look-out is maintained
ensure that inspection rounds of the ship are made periodically observe meteorological and tidal conditions and the state of the sea
notify the master and undertake all necessary measures if the ship drags anchor ensure that the state of readiness of the main engines and other machinery is in accordance with the master's instructions.
if visibility deteriorates, notify the master
ensure that the ship exhibits the appropriate lights and shapes and that appropriate sound signals are made in accordance with all applicable regulations.
take measures to protect the environment from pollution by the ship and comply with applicable pollution regulations.
Other checks:
