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MASTER
The master has full authority and responsibility to take all necessary measures to ensure the safety, prevention of pollution and efficient operation of his ship. In some situations this may mean deviation from documented procedures (see IMO Resolution A443 (XI)).
In all matters that affect or may affect safety or the environment.
On arrival, the Master must report directly to the Designated Person ashore (DPA):-
* Implementation of the company's policy in the field of flight safety and environmental protection, motivating the crew to implement this policy, issuing clear and concise orders;
review of activities to ensure safety and prevent environmental pollution.
* Report defects and other issues related to safe operation or environmental risk that require the company's assistance to the company.
* Assessing and coordinating onboard training requirements with the company.
Distribution of roles among senior officers in relation to the safety management system (S.M.S.)
Ensuring that the S.M.S. is kept up to date by liaising with the D.P.A. To arrange for inspections to be carried out by either the Technical Superintendent or the Foreman/Ch. Engr.
Review of onboard emergency plans and ship procedures, as well as deficiencies in the D.P.A.
* Report nonconformities, personnel accidents, or work-related situations to the company.
Reporting
Ensuring that all documentation designated as "controlled" is current and issued in accordance with company procedures.
* Seek assistance from the company as may be deemed necessary to ensure the safe and pollution-free operation of the vessel.
Ensuring that all records related to S.M.S. and defined in procedures are accessible.
Senior mate (first mate at start)
Responsibilities:
* Head of the deck department and deputy master.
* Cargo operations and related security.
* Liaise with shore authorities and ensure awareness of the safety management system.
Ensuring that deck crew follow safe work practices as defined in company procedures.
* Identify potential ship hazards associated with deck operations and advise the master accordingly.
Instruct cadets/junior officers/enlisted personnel in appropriate procedures.
* Stability and related calculations for cargo and ballasting.
Immediately notify the master of any defects that may affect the safety of the ship or jeopardize the marine environment.
Assigning deck officers or rating officers specific roles in relation to the responsibilities of the deck department as defined in the S.M.S.
* Investigation of inconsistencies and application of corrective actions in agreement with the foreman.
Replacement for the senior mate (first mate at start)
In special cases where the attention of the chief mate is regularly required on deck during a sea passage, the master may, at his discretion, require another mate to perform additional work. Such additional work may include, but is not limited to, requiring other officers to maintain the chief officer's navigational watches.
Some special cases include the following.
.1) where repair or driving crews are on board for a short time.
.2) where complex cleaning of the hold and preparation for it are taking place.
.3) where very limited time is available for cleaning and preparing the hold.
.4) in cases where difficult or very time-limited survey work is being carried out
