Merchant Shipping Act, 1951 (Act No. 57 of 1951)RegulationsMerchant Shipping (Training, Certification and Safe Manning) Regulations, 2021AnnexuresAnnexure 2 : Watchkeeping Arrangements and Principles for Ships other than Fishing VesselsPart 4-1 : Principles to be observed in keeping a navigational watch11. Watchkeeping under different conditions and in different areas11.6. Ship at anchor |
| 51 | If the master considers it necessary, a continuous navigational watch shall be maintained at anchor. While at anchor, the officer in charge of the navigational watch shall— |
| .1 | determine and plot the ship’s position on the appropriate chart as soon as practicable; |
| .2 | when circumstances permit, check at sufficiently frequent intervals whether the ship is remaining securely at anchor by taking bearings of fixed navigation marks or readily identifiable shore objects; |
| .3 | ensure that proper lookout is maintained; |
| .4 | ensure that inspection rounds of the ship are made periodically; |
| .5 | observe meteorological and tidal conditions and the state of the sea; |
| .6 | notify the master and undertake all necessary measures if the ship drags anchor; |
| .7 | ensure that the state of readiness of the main engines and other machinery is in accordance with the master’s instructions; |
| .8 | if visibility deteriorates, notify the master; |
| .9 | ensure that the ship exhibits the appropriate lights and shapes and that appropriate sound signals are made in accordance with all applicable Regulations; and |
| .10 | take measures to protect the environment from pollution by the ship and comply with applicable pollution Regulations. |