Merchant Shipping Act, 1951 (Act No. 57 of 1951)

Regulations

Purchase

85	In deciding the arrangements for the radio watch, the master of every seagoing ship shall—

.1	ensure that the radio watch is maintained in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Radio Regulations and the SOLAS Convention;

.2	ensure that the primary duties for radio watchkeeping are not adversely affected by attending to radio traffic not relevant to the safe movement of the ship and safety of navigation; and

.3	take into account the radio equipment fitted on board and its operational status.