Identification of hazards and assessment of associated risks
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Identification of hazards and assessment of associated risks

  2.2 Having made the appraisal referred to in paragraph 2.1 above, the master, where necessary with the assistance of the company and/or the salvor, should estimate the consequences of the potential casualty, in the following hypothetical situations, taking into account both the casualty assessment factors in their possession and also the cargo and bunkers on board:

  • if the ship remains in the same position;
  • if the ship continues on its voyage;
  • if the ship reaches a place of refuge; or
  • if the ship is taken out to sea.
Parent topic: 2 Guidelines for Action Required of Masters and/or Salvors of Ships in Need of a Place of Refuge
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