BNWAS

2021-07-27

Inspection

Is the screen legible?
Is the dimmer functional?
Is BNWAS operational through 'MANUAL ON" mode when the vessel is underway or at anchor and switched off at berth?
Are the first, second & third stage alarms test carried out as per PMS?
Are all reset buttons in working condition? Ensure that there is no any alarm reset button in the outside of lookout positions (i.e. chartroom).
Is the key or password (as applicable) kept under Master's custody?
Are the date, time & position of activation / de-activation properly recorded in Bridge Log Book?

The unit's key was not under Master's custody during navigation.
The bridge officers were aware of unit's password when asked.
No evidence of date, time & posistion of activation / de-activation in Bridge Log Book.
Enabled reset button was identified in chart room.
Reset buttons outside the wheelhouse found in poor condition or inoperable.

IMO, Performance Standards for a Bridge Navigational Watch Alarm System (BNWAS). Resolution MSC.128(75)

IMO, International Convention for the Safety Of Life At Sea (SOLAS)

OCIMF, SIRE 2.0

Rightship, Inspection Ship Questionnaire