{"product_id":"pilots-pocket-guide-and-checklist-tugs-working-safely-with-harbour-tugs-reducing-the-risks-in-port-towage-ebook","title":"Pilots' Pocket Guide and Checklist - Tugs: Working Safely with Harbour Tugs - Reducing the Risks in Port Towage (ebook)","description":"\u003ch6\u003eWorking Safely with Harbour Tugs - Reducing the risks in Port Towage\u003c\/h6\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarbour towage is a potentially hazardous operation and should not be undertaken unless there has been a proper assessment of the risks involved. It is critical that risks are minimised, and this is best achieved through:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood communication and teamwork between all parties\u003cbr\u003ePlanning clear operational limits to facilitate timely interventions – through the use of a shared mental model\u003cbr\u003eGood seamanship skills and crew competency\u003cbr\u003eThorough training and appropriate experience are also essential in ensuring that the professionals involved are competent. To assist in this process, this guide aims to support pilots and PEC (Pilot Exemption Certificate) holders in their daily tasks. It draws on industry best practice and uses checklists coupled with guidance to provide a handy pocket aide-memoire for those responsible for directing tugs during harbour towage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe guide has been written by members of the British Tug Owners Association in conjunction with the UK Maritime Pilots’ Association to promote and improve safety in harbour towage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaperback : 29 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSKU: e6367","brand":"Boat books Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52958663573868,"sku":"E6367","price":35.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/1920\/5996\/files\/Pilots-Pocket-Guide-Tugs_586bc71b-2385-408d-b7be-a4c3e91365a1.jpg?v=1764850627","url":"https:\/\/www.boatbooks-aust.com.au\/products\/pilots-pocket-guide-and-checklist-tugs-working-safely-with-harbour-tugs-reducing-the-risks-in-port-towage-ebook","provider":"Boat books Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}