Small Vessels
Purpose
- To identify risk to vessel and take appropriate steps
Responsibility
- Captain and crew members, as assigned.
Procedure
| Step | Taking On Water |
|---|---|
| 1 | Call out “Water in or on the [location]”. |
| 2 | Start pumps or have someone start bailing. |
| 3 | Determine where the water is coming from. |
| 4 | If there is a risk to the vessel, contact authorities and surrounding vessels to advise your situation and your position. |
| 5 | Take steps to stop or slow down the leak. Consider grounding the vessel if unable to bring the flooding under control. |
| 6 | If vessel stability is at risk, prepare to abandon ship. |
| 7 | Keep authorities advised on the situation. |
| 8 | Complete an incident report form and advise company and authorities as necessary. |
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Procedure – Taking On Water
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