Aide Memoire
Do Not Be ALONE
- Report to the relevant reporting centre and Register Transit
- Co-operate with military or other counter piracy services where such missions exist • It is recommended to keep AIS turned on
Do Not Be DETECTED
- Keep track of NAVWARNS and visit relevant websites for known pirate operating locations
- Consider the appropriate level of lighting to be used in areas of risk Do Not Be SURPRISED
- Increased Vigilance – lookouts, CCTV and Radar
Do Not Be VULNERABLE
- Use visible (deterrent) and physical (preventative) Ship Protection Measures
- These could include: razor wire, use of water/ foam etc.
- Provide additional personal protection to bridge teams Do Not Be BOARDED
- Increase to Maximum speed
- Manoeuvre the ship without severely reducing speed
Do Not Be CONTROLLED
- Follow well practiced procedures and drills
- Use of Citadels (Only with prior agreement Master/Company and fully prepared and drilled – noting a Naval/Military response is not guaranteed)
- Deny use of tools, equipment and access routes
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