BRIDGE TEAM COORDINATION WITH PILOTS
COURSE CATEGORY: Operational Deck
DURATION: 1 day
COURSE OBJECTIVES AND BENEFITS
The course intends to ensure the correct and diligent exchange of information between master and pilot (MPX) and integration of the pilot in the bridge team.
COURSE TOPICS
-The course gives emphasis on the proper and diligent Master-Pilot Information Exchange (MPX). Ensure that pilots are fully informed about any limitations of the vessel’s machinery or equipment, e.g. engine power, steering, bitt capacity etc.
-Learn how to make the most of all available resources on the bridge.
-Understand all aspects of the passage plan for the passage under pilotage.
-Officers raise awareness immediately when they note any deviation from the passage plan.
-The need for vigilance on the part of the ships’ officers in monitoring the progress of the vessel with reference to the passage plan.
-Ensure proper communication with the pilot – especially when there are doubts.
-Encourage officers to question a pilot where there is any uncertainty about the situation or the actions intended. Understand the most effective way in which to do this.
-Reinforce the understanding of masters that, with the sole exception of the Panama Canal, the pilot directs the navigation of the ship, with the support of the bridge team. The master remains in command and has the right, and indeed the duty, to intervene if the actions of a pilot endanger the safety of the ship.
