Recovery of PIW, Persons on Survival Craft, Persons on Burning Vessel

Rescue from survival craft
Prepare for receiving casualties (treatment for injuries- bandages, adhesive dressing, splints, etc.); expect to treat for shock and hypothermia- blankets, warm clothing, hot drinks, stretchers, etc.
2. Rescue apparatus in the way of scrambling nets, boarding ladders and hauling/heaving lines should be rigged overside. Derricks/deck cranes to be swung overside to recover survival craft (SWL to be checked) (cargo nets, baskets)

Rescue from survival craft
Create a lee (to aid recovery)
Establish commmunication with survival craft
Prepare line- throwing apparatus and plenty of heaving lines
Maintain bridge watch, check navigation hazards in vicinity. Display correct flag signals, and keep other parties informed about situation

Damage control in SAR incidents
Four general objectives provide direction for the SAR Program:
Minimize loss of life, injury, and property loss and damage in the maritime environment;
Minimize crew risk during SAR missions;
Optimize use of resources in conducting SAR;
Maintain a world leadership position in maritime SAR.

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