Bridge
07 - Pre-Arriving in Port
Pre-arrival procedures for port approach, including communication with port authorities, engine and deck configuration, and bridge equipment setup to ensure safe and compliant arrival in port.
Pre-Arrival Communication and Coordination
| # | Action | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ETA Notice to ER and deck team | NOTIFIED | |
| 2 | Port Authorities | CONTACTED | |
| 3 | Pilot boarding time | CONFIRMED | |
| 4 | Pre-Arrival Documentation | PREPARED | |
| 5 | VHF Channel on VTS/Port | SET |
The passage planning should be updated with additional information received since departure, including tide and available depth of water.
Engine and Machinery Configuration for Arrival
| # | Action | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Engine room ready for manoeuvre | CONFIRMED | |
| 7 | Any defect from the E.R. | REPORTED | |
| 8 | Main Engines to slow ahead | SET | |
| 9 | Both Generators | STARTED | |
| 10 | Bow thruster | READY |
Deck Configuration for Arrival
| # | Action | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Courtesy Flag | UP | |
| 12 | Bridge wings | OPENED & SECURED | |
| 13 | Anchor in sea mode | SECURED | |
| 14 | Fenders | OUT | |
| 15 | Mooring lines ready for use | READY |
Bridge Equipment Configuration for Arrival
| # | Action | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | Gyro/mag compass | CHECKED | |
| 17 | ECDIS on appropriate scale | SET | |
| 18 | Both Generators | STARTED | |
| 19 | Bow thruster | ON & TESTED | |
| 20 | Steering Pumps | BOTH STARTED | |
| 21 | Manual Steering | TESTED | |
| 22 | Both Radars | STAND-BY |
Bridge Handover
Structured handover process between relieving and taking officers on watch, ensuring comprehensive transfer of navigational information, vessel status, and situational awareness for safe and effective watchkeeping.
Post-Arrival
Systematic shutdown of sea passage systems and reconfiguration for secure port operations following successful berthing or anchoring.