Restricted Vis Flashcards
What Speed should you go
Speed at which you can stop speed within your visibility range.
Who should you notify before you reduce speed
Inform Engineers, encountered restricted vis and require engines ready for manoeuvrability
What could you do to improve your ability to spot dangers
Post extra lookouts - two forward, two aft, two bridge wing
Think about how they will communicate - radio?
What can cause restricted vis
Heavy rain,
Fog,
Mist
Haze (solid particles)
9 things to do as OOW
Call Master
Inform Engines
Sound appropriate signals
Review Safe speed
Review radar setup and optimise (maybe additional officer)
Close watertight doors
Request additional lookouts
Consider hand steering
Nav lights