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What are the statutory duties of the responsible officer nominated by the master to supervise the pilot transfer?

To: (1) supervise the rigging of the pilot transfer arrangements and the embarkation of the pilot; (2) escort the pilot by a safe route to and from the navigation bridge; (3) ensure that personnel engaged in rigging and operating any mechanical equipment are instructed in the safe procedures to be adopted; and (4) ensure that the equipment is tested prior to use.

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Where can SOLAS regulation V/23 and IMO and MCA guidance on pilot transfer arrangements be found?

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