Q.

Instructions to OOW for Ice Convoy :Prepare the following details for communications to
commander of Ice Breaker : Length of own vessel.
Turning radius.
Loaded tonnage.
Draught.
Maximum speed.
Inform OOW of the ship's position in the convoy in
relation to Ice Breaker command vessel.
State distance required between ships; may change on
instructions from commander. Greatest benefits at 150 m
from Ice Breaker.
Distance must be such as to allow vessel to stop without
collision, if so ordered.
May receive orders to go astern; if so respond
immediately and adjust speed to suit that of the convoy
throughout.
Check towing arrangements prior to commencement of
convoy.
Use full communications including International Code of
Signals.
Monitor position and progress; lookout maintained and a
man standing by.