What are the legal requirements placed on the ship’s Master, in the event of a collision at sea with another vessel?« Back to Questions List

Posted by marinetales

Asked on July 8, 2021 2:06 pm

The Master’s legal requirements in the event of collision are to:
(a) stand-by to render all assistance to the other vessel,
(b) exchange relevant information with the Master or Officer in charge of the other vessel,
(c) report the collision incident to the MAIB,
(d) cause an entry regarding the incident to be entered into the Official Log Book (OLB).

Posted by marinetales

Answered On July 8, 2021 2:06 pm