This training package is intended to provide a practical guide on how to proceed if
the ship gets into a situation where assistance may be needed - if an engine failure
means there’s a risk of grounding, for instance, or in case of fire. In all cases it is the
Master who has final responsibility for deciding if assistance from a salvor is
necessary. Where the ship is not in imminent danger, however, then time may
permit consultation with the owner and an opportunity to seek the most favourable
terms for the salvage operation. When danger is imminent then the decisions taken
in the first hour or so are critical as things can go from bad to worse very quickly. In
cases of this sort, the acceptance of an Open Form, commonly the Lloyd’s Open
Form, LOF, is usually the best option.
Code No 699
Time: 31 Mins