Deck General · Watchkeeping & Lookout
Under STCW, the officer in charge of the navigational watch may act as the sole lookout in daylight only after:
- AThe master has gone to bed
- BThe autopilot is engaged
- CThe vessel clears the sea buoy
- DCarefully assessing the situation and being satisfied it is safe, with a backup immediately available✓ Correct
Explanation
STCW permits sole look-out by the OOW in daylight only after a careful assessment of conditions (traffic, visibility, weather) and with backup that can be summoned at once. At night a dedicated lookout is required.
Authority: STCW Code, Section A-VIII/2 (watchkeeping arrangements)
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