Emphasise clear orders, strict discipline, and effective communication for ship safety
Sheen Inquiry · Sheen Inquiry — Final Report · Issued 24 July 1987
Government responseNot tracked (historical inquiry)
DeliveryNo statement from the addressee found
Recommendation, verbatim from the inquiry
●Inquiry recommendation
This Court need say no more than stress the need for: (a) Clear and concise orders. (b) Strict discipline. (c) Attention at all times to all matters affecting the safety of the ship and those on board. There must be no “cutting of corners”. (d) The maintenance of proper channels of communication between ship and shore for the receipt and dissemination of information. (e) A clear and firm management and command structure.
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Government response
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Delivery
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