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Run: Cruise Ship Man Overboard Response SOP

Cruise Ship Man Overboard Response SOP template for the first minutes of an overboard emergency, from alarm and position marking to rescue launch, external n...

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Steps

The bridge officer immediately activates the man overboard alarm and broadcasts the alert over the public address system. Record the time of activation in the bridge log and confirm the alarm is audible throughout the vessel.
The officer of the watch records the exact time, ship position, bearing, and visual reference point for the last known sighting in the navigation log. Capture latitude and longitude to at least 0.01 minute precision and preserve the original course and speed at the time of the incident.
The radio operator sends the approved GMDSS distress alert and voice distress call using the ship's emergency communication procedure. Include vessel identity, MMSI, exact position, time of incident, number of persons overboard, and immediate actions already taken.
The captain assigns one crew member to communications, one to lookout, one to rescue craft coordination, and one to passenger control. Confirm each assigned crew member acknowledges the role by radio before search activity begins.
The captain or designated officer reviews sea state, visibility, vessel movement, and crew readiness before authorizing launch. Document the decision in the incident log and proceed only if launch conditions are acceptable.
The rescue boat crew launches the boat under bridge supervision, maintains continuous radio contact, and searches the assigned area using searchlights and binoculars. Keep the boat clear of the ship's side and report search progress at regular intervals.
The radio operator sends the vessel identity, last known position, incident time, and actions already taken to the coast guard and nearby rescue authorities. Record all acknowledgements, instructions, and estimated response times in the incident log.
The security officer keeps non-essential personnel clear of the response area, delivers only approved announcements, and reports crowd movement concerns to the bridge. Continue coordinating the search until the incident is resolved or the master stands down the response.

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