TOWING

To be followed in case of towing. This

checklist should be placed in the Bridge
and Engine Control Room.
 EMERGENCY CHECKLIST
Towing
A. Action Personnel Responsible Completed
Determine towing arrangement that will best suit the intended
1. Master
operation.
2. Plan possible methods of making towing connections. Master
3. Consider size, horsepower and maneuverability of assisting ship. Master
Determine whether distressed vessel should be towed from the bow
4. Master
or stern to minimize further damage while under tow.
5. Discuss about the capabilities of towing equipment. Master
6. Details about cargo and dead weight of the vessel. Master / Ch. Officer
7. Establish radio communication with assisting vessel. GMDSS Officer
8. Prepare line-throwing apparatus for the reception of tow. Chief Officer
9. If steering lost, use ship’s engines to assist in getting the tow. Master
10. Exhibit shapes / lights as necessary. Chief Officer
11. Record events in Log Book. Officer on Watch
12. Forward initial report as required Master / GMDSS Officer
Follow up actions to be taken:
13. Check and watch winches and wires at all times. Electrician
14. Assess any damage to the vessel. Master / Ch. Officer
15. Forward follow up report as required Master / GMDSS Officer
Actions to be taken when the situation is stabilized:
Start establishing facts collecting evidence for subsequent
16. Master / Ch. Officer
investigation (take photos, keep damage parts on board).
17. Restore normal ship operation. Master
Arrange for the renewal or repair of any equipment used in the
18. Chief Engineer
emergency towing operation.
19. Cancel any Urgency message. GMDSS Officer
20. Forward follow up - final report as required Master / GMDSS Officer
21. Update log. Master
B. Other

This checklist should be placed in the Bridge and Engine Control Room and followed in case of towing.
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