Embark / Disembark Pilot Checklist

SHIP NAME:	PORT:

This checklist is to be completed prior to embarking and disembarking a pilot.It is to be completed by the OOW and a Log entry made.			INITIALS*
Advise the following of ETA/ETD:
Master
Engine Room
Pilot Station
Has the Ship to Shore Master/Pilot Exchange NVG-07 been sent?
Has the Shore to Ship Master/Pilot Exchange NVG-08 been sent and a completed copy returned?
Agree which side the pilot will embark/disembark.
RIGGING THE PILOT LADDER IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE I.M.O. AND I.M.P.A. RECOMMENDATIONS.
Freeboard 9 m or less use the pilot ladder?
Freeboard 9 m or more use the pilot ladder and accommodation ladder combination?
Bulwark ladder secured to ship?
Lifebuoy with self igniting light prepared by ladder?
Heaving line available/ready by pilot ladder?
No tripping lines attached to ladder?
Side ropes minimum diameter of 18 mm?
Is the pilot ladder and boarding area clean and free of cargo residue and obstructions?
Has a deck officer been nominated to meet the pilot and conduct him to/from the bridge?
Have the following documents been prepared and made ready for the pilot’s boarding?
NVG-06 : Pilot Card (This is to be handed to and discussed with the pilot on boarding?
NVG-10 : Master/Pilot Exchange of Essential Information. (This is to be completed as soon as the pilot boards and prior to commencing the pilotage operation)




OOW’s SIGNATURE:		DATE: