A practical self-study guide used by different companies for training bridge watchkeepers. It will help understanding of the reasons for checking, monitoring, recording and controlling.
Bridge Watchkeeping covers all aspects of bridge work from testing the gear prior to sailing to error management and record keeping. Includes:
- watchkeeping in pilotage waters and in coastal waters
- making a landfall
- watchkeeping in reduced visibility
- taking over the watch
- emergencies
- collision avoidance
- automated bridges
