Machine translation from English source
The officer of the watch would have to do this:
Stay informed of the nearest telephone number and local contact procedures for the police, fire brigade and ambulance. He should also be aware of the working VHF channels for port control authorities.
Make walkarounds to inspect the vessel at appropriate intervals.
Pay special attention to (work for seafarers):
* Condition and fastening of gangway, gangway net, anchor chain or moorings, berths with large rise or fall, especially at the turn of the tide, and, if necessary, take measures to ensure that they are in good working order.
* Draft, under-keel clearance and condition of the vessel to avoid dangerous list or trim during cargo handling or ballasting.
* Weather and sea conditions.
* Compliance with all regulations regarding safety and fire protection.
* Water level in holds and tanks.
All persons on board and their location, especially those in remote or enclosed areas.
* Exhibition of any signals or lights.
Proper vessel lighting provides a safe means of access and lighting.
In addition to the above, the officer of the watch must (work for seafarers):
In bad weather or when receiving a storm warning, take necessary measures to protect the vessel, personnel and cargo.
Take all reasonable precautions to prevent your own vessel from polluting the environment.
In the event of an emergency that threatens the safety of the vessel, raise the alarm, notify the master, take all possible measures to prevent any damage to the vessel and, if necessary, request assistance from shore authorities or neighboring vessels.
Be aware of the state of stability so that in the event of a fire the fire brigade can be informed of the approximate amount of water that can be pumped on board without endangering the vessel.
Offer assistance to ships or persons in distress.
Take necessary precautions to prevent accidents or damage when rotating the propellers.
Record in the deck logbook all important events affecting the ship.
At the end of any period of work, the duty officer shall inspect all cargo spaces to ensure that all cargo groups and equipment are securely disconnected, that no fire hazard exists and that all spaces are protected in all respects from the elements and unauthorized entry, reporting to the Chief Officer that this order has been complied with.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR TRANSFER OF WATCHES (work to seafarers)
An officer of the watch must not hand over the watch to a relieving officer if he has any reason to believe that the latter is manifestly unable to perform his duties adequately.
