Safety Issue
During the period of time leading up to the collision, Silky
Ocean's third mate was not keeping a proper lookout by sight
and he was not appropriately using all means available, in
particular the radar, to make a full appraisal of the situation and
the risk of collision.
Safety Advisory Notice
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau advises that ship owners,
operators and masters should consider the safety implications of
this safety issue and to take action where it is considered
appropriate.