Emergency Procedures
Man Overboard
No matter what the size or type of ship, inevitably you may be faced with, or encounter a man overboard situation.
Knowing what to do can save a life and is your duty as a boat operator.
Identify the Name of ship, Position, Course steered, Time,
Clearly state Man overboard, Please keep sharp look-out.
- Inform bridge immediately with side of the ship (starboard or port or after)
- Sound general alarm / inform Master
- Release lifebuoy with light, flare or smoke signal
- If possible, keep person in sight / post several look-outs if possible
- If person is not visible, apply the Boutakoff method
- Inform engine operator and start maneuvering
- Position of life buoy and vessel noted with time of start search
- Alert other vessels
- Send radio message:
- Sound signals (three long blasts)
- Prepare rescue boat( if applicable)
- If relevant, inform AMVER
- Prepare treatment
- Inform Company if commercial vessel
- When rescued, inform all parties
- Enter all relevant information and actions taken in log book
