Machine translation from English source
In addition to assisting the boatswain in the performance of his duties, the AB conducts soundings of all bilge wells and fresh water tanks at least twice daily and keeps detailed records of soundings for the chief mate's reference. If any abnormality is detected in AB's findings, the Chief Officer must be informed immediately.
Under the direction of the deck officer, the AB should be positioned at the stern or bow of the vessel to supervise mooring or unanchoring operations.
AB is responsible for the rigging of the pilot ladder and ladder
Senior A.V. is responsible for work on replenishing fresh water supplies.
The AB shall take his turn at the helm in accordance with orders received by him and assist the officer on duty in his supervision while the ship is at sea.
In accordance with the instructions, the AB on duty must hoist the flag, display figures, give fog signals and maintain lights in accordance with the prevailing circumstances (work for Ukrainian sailors).
As directed by the Chief and Second Officers, the AB on duty shall ensure that the bridge and its surrounding areas are kept clean and tidy.
The AB must keep all flags, figures, lamps, life-saving appliances, signals and gongs in a proper place so that they are easily accessible.
When the ship is in port, the AB on duty must maintain a proper watch on the gangway and regularly check the tension of all mooring lines.
In addition to the duties provided above, AB performs other duties assigned to him by his superiors.
Sailor 2nd class (work for Ukrainian sailors)
The OS assists the boatswain in his duties and performs the duties of the AB, with the exception of watchkeeping.
In addition, the OS should be involved in the maintenance and cleaning of the crew mess and smoking room, as described above
