Emergency Contingency Procedures
ECP - Matrix
ECDIS Failure
Doc No.: ECP-A35
Revision: 01
Date: 15 Oct 2024
Issued by: DPA
Approved by: MD

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Action to be taken Bridge Team Technical Team Emergency Squad Watch Officer Office
Inform Master call extra lookout.
Increase bridge watch level and man engine room.
Verify status of secondary ECDIS, passage plan and commence monitoring using secondary ECDIS if functional.
In case both the ECDIS fail, use back up arrangements of loading ENC on backup hardware as provided by the chart outfit vendor e.g. PC or tablet.
Notify office – MS or VM
Refer to TGM 2.3.7 A5 flow chart on ECDIS failure
Fix ship’s position by all available means.
Switch on echo sounder and monitor UKC.
Reduce to safe speed and M/E to be on standby for stopping.
Consider anchoring if in anchoring depth during poor visibility or if entering heavy traffic zone
Inform VTIS or relevant traffic services regarding the deficiency
Compile communications report and inform VM & MS on situation
Initiate trouble shooting in communication with the Makers
In consultation with MS & VM Plan for a safe area to stop or to proceed to a safe port where emergency services can be arranged.
Notify flag state / classification society and coastal state as applicable.
Preserve VDR / SVDR records if not automatically protected