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A man overboard rescue turn (or person overboard) [1] is a shiphandling manoeuvre usually implemented immediately upon learning of a person having gone overboad into the sea.
Nov 2, 2023 · The Anderson turn is also known as the Single turn and is the quickest maneuver to the location of the fallen victim and is recommended if the man overboard is still visible or on sight. It also brings the vessel back to its wake or trail.
Apr 14, 2021 · Under favourable daylight conditions single turn is the best way to get back to a man overboard in a hurry. This turn is good for ships with tight turning characteristics. The Scharnov Turn: The Scharnov turn takes back the ship into her wake. However it cannot be used in an immediate maneuver.
Mar 11, 2017 · A racetrack procedure consists of: a) a turn from the inbound track through 180° from overhead the facility or fix on to the outbound track, for 1, 2 or 3 minutes; followed by b) a 180° turn in the same direction to return to the inbound track.
Williamsons Turn –. In an immediate action situation rudder hard over to the side of the person overboard. Makes good original track line. Good in restricted visibility. Simple. Takes the ship farther away from the scene of incident.
1. Williamson Turn. Advantages: Makes a good original track line. Good in reduced visibility. A simple manoeuvre. Disadvantages: Takes the ship farther away from the incident. Slow procedure. Execution: Put the rudder over full toward the pers.
Apr 29, 2007 · This document provides information on procedures for responding to a "man overboard" situation. It describes the different types of situations (immediate action, delayed action, person missing) and appropriate maneuvers for each, including the single turn, Williamson turn, and Scharnow turn.
