Improved Notification for Families of Vessel Crews During Search and Rescue
New regulations require vessel response plans to include procedures for notifying families of crew members during search and rescue missions. This ensures regular updates on mission status and immediate information in case of a crew member's death or recovery, providing better support to families during difficult times.
Key points
Commercial vessels must provide updates to crew families on search and rescue status at least twice daily.
Immediate notification to next of kin is required in case of a crew member's death or recovery.
These changes aim to improve communication and support for seafarer families in crisis situations.
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