Raise general alarm. | |
Inform master. | |
Display NUC light/shape. | |
Appropriate sound signal if in restricted visibility. | |
Broadcast VHF warning to nearby vessels. | |
Report to VTIS. | |
Vessel to be on hand steering. | |
Proceed to contingency anchorage nearby if near shallow water / vicinity of dangers. | |
Notice to anchor party, ask them to prepare anchor. | |
Ask the chief engineer to assess cause of failure. | |
Ask engineers to rectify/repair if possible. | |
Inform company. Ask company to arrange repair if not possible onboard. | |
If repair is not possible, seek for outside assistance. | |
Send urgency/distress message as appropriate if deemed necessary. | |
Log down all the timings, position where engine failed, anchor/drifting position etc. |