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BOS-PRD-07.900505
Version 04. Original date: 01/06/2012. Version date: 31/12/2014. Valid version only on QMS site. Uncontrolled document when printed.
Procedure prepared by: BOS OPS Dpt Project Manager. Approved by: BOS Head of Operations. Validated by: BOS Quality Representative.
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Purpose
The Company gives the highest priority to safe navigation practices and standards through the provision of
regularly updated and robust instructions, procedures and guidance: ensuring that the latest legislation and
best industry practices are implemented as early as is practicable.
Audits, inspections and monitoring are performed to confirm compliance and identify areas where
improvement is needed; corrective action is swiftly taken and verified.
In compliance with the
ISM Code
, requirements of
OSM Guidelines
and industry best practices referenced in
this document, this procedure has been developed and
shall
be used in association with in relation to
management of risk.
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Scope
This procedure has been established to ensure that:
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Reliance is not placed on single position fixing systems or techniques;
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Instructions for effective passage planning for all stages of the voyage, including information
exchange with pilots and offshore installations, as applicable;
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Instructions for navigation in the proximity of offshore installations that include entry procedures for
established safety zones;
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All
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receive appropriate training in ship handling and vessel-specific familiarisation,
addressing maneuvering characteristics and operational control modes;
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Up-to-date copies of nautical publications, including revisions, amendments and chart corrections,
are consistently available;
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The performance of bridge equipment is monitored consistently, and defect and reliability reporting
measures are in place;
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The performance and effectiveness of bridge management teams are monitored so that any
additional training needs (particularly those of
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made to provide the required training.
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