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CAUSE OF ACCIDENTS :
2.1 The primary cause of accidents is reckless navigation by the fishing boat. Thorough investigation could not be carried out since no information was available as to the identity of fishing vessel.
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LESSONS LEARNT :
3.1 Master and Duty Officer?s on the bridge watch must ensure that all measures for raising alarm including Ships whistle, etc are kept operational at all times while the vessel is at sea or berth or at anchorage. 3.2 Proper look out to be maintained as per Rule 5 of International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (R.O.R) and basic principles as outlined in Chapter II of R.O.R to be observed in keeping a navigational watch. Sd/(Capt. H.Khatri) Nautical Surveyor