Bridge Arrival Checklist
Bridge Arrival Checklist
Bridge Arrival Checklist
REEDEREI "NORD" KLAUS E. OLDENDORFF
Twelve hours prior to arrival deck equipment, machinery and lighting should be checked for
correct operation
Send ETA to agent, port authority, pilot station as required. Ensure information that may be
required by authorities is readily available on the bridge.
Establish contact with pilot station as soon as possible. Determine pilot boarding time,
confirm boarding position, side on which pilot ladder is required and height of ladder above
waterline.
Synchronize all bridge clocks and engine room clock. Check operation of manoeuvering
printers. Check times on course and engine movement recorders.
Double up steering motors and put helmsman on the wheel. Give sufficient time for the
helmsman to become accustomed before manoeuvring commence.
Have gangway checked and sea lashing removed for quick and efficient rigging when
alongside.
Have anchors cleared away, walked out and restowed; men standing by on forecastle.