Steering Gear Test Routines & Checklist Card, 4th Edition, 2023

This card provides an instant point of reference when checking steering equipment, setting out in clearly marked sections the frequency and nature of checks to be performed. The laminated, wipe-clean finish makes it easy to update the card each time the checks are completed.

This new edition has been updated to reflect the guidance contained within the ICS Bridge Procedures Guide, 6th Edition.

DETAILED OVERVIEW

Every watch/after prolonged use of autopilot

Before entering coastal or congested waters

Before departure (no more than 12 hours prior to departure)

Emergency steering drills

Checks and tests

Changeover procedures.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

ICS

The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) is the principal international trade association for the shipping industry, representing shipowners and operators in all sectors and trades.

ICS membership comprises national shipowners' associations in Asia, Europe and the Americas whose member shipping companies operate over 80% of the world's merchant tonnage.

Established in 1921, ICS is concerned with all technical, legal, employment affairs and policy issues that may affect international shipping.

ICS represents shipowners with the various intergovernmental regulatory bodies that impact on shipping, including the International Maritime Organization.

ICS also develops best practices and guidance, including a wide range of publications and free resources that are used by ship operators globally.

https://www.ics-shipping.org/about-ics/about-ics