(1) Each EPIRB and satellite EPIRB; (2) each SART; (3) batteries for radio installations (including connections and compartment) (4) aerials and insulators; and (5) each survival craft two-way VHF equipment (on a frequency other than VHF Channel 16).
What are the contents of Volume 2 of the IMDG Code?
The Dangerous Goods List (equivalent to the schedules in previous editions of the Code), presented in tabular format; limited quantities exceptions; the Index; and appendices.
Who is a ship's agent's principal?
The party who appointed the agent and will be paying the agency fee. If the shipowner will be paying the agency fee, the owner is the agent's principal, regardless of whether the charterer or another party nominated the agent. Note: Nominating an agent means naming the agency firm to be used; this is not the same as appointing the agent. (See notes on Agents under VOYAGE CHARTERS and TIME CHARTERS in Section F. )
What are conditions of assignment?
The conditions relating to construction, arrangement and stability with which a ship must comply in order to be assigned freeboards.
What security does a bank involved in a letter of credit transaction have in return for the sum advanced?
It has possession of the documents giving title to the goods (i. e. "order" bills of lading), and thus has constructive possession of the goods.
When should a master never spend time trying to get his owners' agreement to terms, or in sending a contracted salvage vessel?
Where human lives, the ship, the cargo or the marine environment are in immediate peril and the master can engage a salvor more quickly himself.
In a multi-port discharge, is it necessary to note protest at each discharge port?
Perhaps, depending on local law. The agent at the first port should be asked if it will be necessary to note protest at each port in the rotation.
After a salvage service on Lloyd's Open Form terms, who decides what reward, if any, has been earned, and on what basis?
In some cases the parties reach an amicable settlement, but otherwise the matter is referred to an arbitrator from Lloyd's Salvage Arbitration panel in London.
What was the original purpose of the Stockholm Agreement?
To bring forward application of the SOLAS 90 damage stability standards for NW European ro-ro ferries on international voyages 3 years ahead of the dates scheduled by SOLAS; and to apply a requirement that these ships are able to survive damage with up to 0. 5m depth of water on the vehicle deck.
What record should be made of the use of an oil reception facility?
An entry in the Oil Record Book (Part 1) or (Part 2) as appropriate.
What is a Letter of Equivalency?
A document issued by a flag State Administration to an organisation to confirm that a specified fitting, material, appliance or apparatus produced by the organisation will be deemed equivalent to a statutory requirement of the Administration.
What preparations should be made for the boarding of a pilot?
(1) Contact the pilot station and agree boarding arrangements.
What arrival preparations should a shipmaster make for meeting the ship’s agent?
He should have ready: (1) a written list of the ship's requirements (already notified where possible), e. g. cash, crew travel, repairs, stores, fresh water, bunkers and provisions;
A conflict between a safety requirement and a security requirement arises. Which takes precedence?
The safety requirement. SOLAS regulation XI-2/8.2 provides as follows: "If, in the professional judgement of the master, a conflict between any safety and security requirements applicable to the ship arises during its operations, the master must give effect to those requirements necessary to maintain the safety of the ship. In such cases, the master may implement temporary security measures and must inform the flag State Administration and, if appropriate, the port State."
What are the UK statutory requirements for giving passenger safety briefings?
Whenever passengers embark on any ship, a passenger safety briefing must be given, either immediately before or immediately after the ship sails, by way of an announcement which must:
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