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Notice To Mariners Route Planning and Risk Assessment 2

The document emphasizes the importance of thorough route planning and risk assessment for navigational safety. It outlines the necessity of using up-to-date charts, navigational publications, and effective risk mitigation strategies. Key components include establishing waypoints, monitoring vessel deviation, and developing contingency plans to enhance maritime safety.

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Notice To Mariners Route Planning and Risk Assessment 2

The document emphasizes the importance of thorough route planning and risk assessment for navigational safety. It outlines the necessity of using up-to-date charts, navigational publications, and effective risk mitigation strategies. Key components include establishing waypoints, monitoring vessel deviation, and developing contingency plans to enhance maritime safety.

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Notice to Mariners: Route

Planning & Risk


Assessment
Navigational safety hinges on thorough planning and assessment.
Reliance on official charts, publications, and updates is paramount.
This presentation outlines key steps for safe and efficient voyage
planning, ensuring maritime safety.
Chart Selection and Usage
Scale Updates Symbols

Select the largest scale chart Verify the chart is up-to-date with Understand chart symbols,
available for the area. the latest Notices to Mariners. abbreviations, and depth units.

Chart No. 1 / INT 1 provides clarification on chart symbols.


Utilizing Navigational
Publications
1 Sailing Directions
Detailed coastal and port information, harbor layouts, and local
regulations.

2 List of Lights
Characteristics and positions of lights, buoys, and fog signals.

3 Tide Tables
Predicted times and heights of tides, account for tidal range and
currents.

4 Notices to Mariners
Updates to charts and publications issued weekly and monthly.
Route Planning: The Initial
Stage

Great Circle vs. Traffic Areas to Avoid


Rhumb Line Separation
Identify and avoid
Schemes
Determine the most sensitive areas and
efficient route. Adhere to IMO- known hazards.
approved TSS in
congested areas.
Route Planning: Detailed
Execution
Waypoints
Establish waypoints at regular intervals.

Distance and ETA


Calculate distances and estimate time of arrival.

Cross-Track Distance
Set acceptable XTD limits.

Monitor vessel deviation from the planned route.


Risk Assessment: Identifying Potential Hazards

Weather Conditions
2 Wind speed, sea state, visibility.

Navigational Hazards
1
Shallow waters, submerged
objects, wrecks.
Traffic Density
Potential for collisions with other
3 vessels.

Consult charts, sailing directions, and weather forecasts.


Risk Mitigation Strategies
Contingency Planning 1
Develop alternative routes and emergency procedures.

2 Bridge Resource Management


Enhance communication and teamwork on the bridge.

Monitoring and Vigilance 3


Maintain a continuous watch on radar and visual aids.

Implement BRM principles to improve decision-making.


Summary: Safe Navigation
Through Vigilance
Route Planning
Diligent route planning is vital.

Up-to-date Charts
Accurate charts are essential tools.

Proactive Monitoring
Proactive monitoring minimizes risks.

Contingency Planning
Robust contingency planning reduces risk.

Safe navigation relies on vigilance. NOAA and USCG resources are available.

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