1 To collect information which will facilitate
deliberations by the Organization on the practice of allowing the
officer of the navigational watch to act as sole look-out in periods
of darkness.
2 To determine whether and under what conditions
the officer of the navigational watch can safely perform the duties
of the look-out in periods of darkness.
3 To evaluate such matters as what constitutes:
- an acceptable bridge layout;
- an appropriate level of control equipment and instrumentation;
- safe and healthy operational procedures.