AMSA Marine notices on Responsible Navigational Practices (2021/07) & Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (2021/08) Loss Prevention Loss Prevention Published: December 01, 2021 Contact author Download article pdf The Club would like to bring to Members' attention the recent marine notices published by AMSA on the subject of Safety of Navigation. Further to its Focused inspection campaign—Safety of Navigation earlier this year, AMSA has recently published the following notices on the subject Safety of Navigation: 2021/07 - Responsible Navigational Practices 2021/08 - Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems Marine notice 2021/07 - Responsible Navigational Practices draws attention to responsible navigational practices which masters and officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships operating in Australian waters should follow. AMSA highlights that Bridge Resource Management (BRM) techniques (including efficient watchkeeping arrangements and passage planning) are integral to responsible navigation practices. Key aspects of responsible navigation practices are highlighted in this circular. AMSA recommends masters and officers familiarise themselves with the Bridge Resource Management Advisory Note on the AMSA website. AMSA considers it necessary for all international and Australian commercial vessels operating in Australian waters to carry the Mariner’s Handbook for Australian Waters . Marine notice 2021/08 - Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems draws attention to important information regarding the proper operation of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS), including the importance of adequate and up to date Electronic Navigational Charts (ENCs), for ships visiting Australian ports. Particular issues associated with the use of Electronic Chart Display and Information Systems (ECDIS) were earlier highlighted by AMSA in the Maritime Safety Awareness bulletin issue 14—Navigation safety . Comprehensive guidance i