SIRE 2.0 Observation -2

19 Jun 2025
Lagos
SIRE 2.0

BRIDGE

* Max Anchoring depth calculation and factors to consider
* Max anchoring depth as per Company SMS
* Epirb checks (Asked in detail which all frequencies tested, which type satellites tested including AIS/ homing signals)
*Epirb testing frequency ( As per manufacturer required only 3 months, Company informed to amend testing frequency requirements )
*Which frequency for Cospas sarsat in EPIRB?
*When engine fails how to calculate set drift  for next 24 hrs ?(Information:Perils at sea book)
* Drying heights definition
*Name of SSO/ DPA
When you will contact DPA?
*Difference between LRIT / SSAS
* what will happen when LRIT doesnt send position report?
*Bridge Pyrotechnics Expiry date and checked whether they stowed in water tight casing
*Voyage specific security RA by 2nd off( Other than RA made by Ch off for security)
*Postition Accuracy details as per catzoc( Position accuracy as per catzoc to be mentioned in passage plan notes and ukc calculation sheet)
*Checked passage plan thoroughly
* Checked no PI mark taken from drying heights
*How will you monitor track when you cannot use PI? ( Ans using clearing lines and bearings)
*Ukc policy and company procedures to follow if ukc not complied
*Communication equipment tests before entering HRA
*Debriefing and review record after completion of  passge
*Aldis lamp spare bulb/weight/testing requirements
*Distraction policy poster
*Asked to open google for searching( To confirm Internet access not allowed on bridge) As per distraction policy
*Best anchoring seabed surface
*Catzoc details. Full explanation
*Company Procedure when UKC not complied?
*Why AIS not to be used for collision avoidance?
*Why AIS status to be changed after unmooring from berth? What are the effects if we dont change? 
*Cross checked own ship AIS static information.
*AIS testing procedures
*What is RAIM in dgps?
*Bridge watch level poster
*Ukc policy poster
*DPA CSO poster
*GMDSS Radio tests and battery expiry
* Squat effect and importance of safe speed    while approaching berth?
* Master pilot information exchange form checked ( Safe speed and distance to be maintained from other moving/ moored vessels to be discussed with pilot and entry to be made)
* BTM meeting entries
* Deck and bell book inspected.

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