Pilot

Question 1

What would the procedure of a pilot look like?(10)

Answer 1

1. Pilot boards the vessel
2. Pilot and master interaction
3. Pilot is given information on ships speed, heading, engine setting and draught
4. Pilot receives completed pilot card
5. Pilot is made aware of LSA
6. Passage plan is discussed by both parties
7. Correct shapes (Hotel flag)
8. Engine room and crew are briefed
9. Language between ship and shore is agreed on
10. Berthing and anchoring plan agreed on

Question 2

Dangers of pilot vessel and main ship?

Answer 2

Interaction

Question 3

What is a pilot card?

Answer 3

it describes the current condition of the vessel regarding its loaded condition, propulsion and manoeuvring characteristics

Question 4

Duties of OOW in regard to pilot?

Answer 4

Despite having a pilot on board, the officer on watch is responsible for the ship’s safety. They shall share navigation procedures, local conditions, and the ship’s characteristics with the pilot and closely monitor the ship’s position and movement.

Any steering order given by the pilot shall be monitored and verified by means of keeping a safe navigational watch - looking down the new bearing, consulting the chart and navigational equipment. OOW shall make sure helmsman is doing a correct job and steering gear is working correctly.

If the officer in charge doubts the pilot’s actions or intentions, they should clarify with the pilot and, if still unsure, inform the master immediately and take necessary actions.