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When a damage-inducing event occurs, the ship's crew should immediately sound alarms and alert all personnel on board. This ensures that everyone is aware of the emergency and can take necessary actions.

The first step is to identify the location and extent of the damage. Crew members should assess the affected area and determine the boundaries of the damage. This often involves visual inspections and, if safe, sending damage control teams to investigate.

Once the extent of the damage is determined, prioritize actions based on the severity of the situation. Some damage may require immediate attention, while others can be managed over a longer period. For example, if there's a breach in the hull, it should be addressed as a top priority.

Take immediate measures to stop or slow down the source of damage. This might involve using patching materials, sealing leaks, or shutting off systems that are causing the damage. For example, if there's a breach in the hull, use damage control patches to seal the breach.

If there is flooding, pump out the water to maintain the ship's stability. Utilize onboard pumps and deploy damage control teams to assist with this process.

In the case of fires, use onboard firefighting equipment to suppress and contain the flames. This may include fire extinguishers, hoses, and fire suppression systems. Isolate affected compartments to prevent the spread of fire.

Ensure the ship's stability by redistributing weight if necessary. Ballast tanks may be adjusted to counteract the impact of damage on the ship's balance.

Maintain effective communication throughout the damage control process. Report the situation to the command center, and relay information about the status of damage control efforts. This information is critical for making decisions at higher levels of command.

If the situation becomes too dangerous, crew members should be prepared to abandon ship. Lifeboats, life rafts, and other evacuation equipment should be ready for use.

Continuously reassess the situation as you proceed. The damage control assessment is an ongoing process, and adjustments may be needed based on the evolving circumstances.

Maintain detailed records of all damage control efforts, including actions taken, resources used, and any changes in the situation. These records are essential for post-incident analysis and for improving future response.

Is the structural impact between two ships or one ship and a floating or still object such as an iceberg. 

Is the impact of a ship on seabed or waterway side.

The primary aim of a Master of a vessel rendering assistance is saving life.  

Section 265(1) of the Navigation Act, 1912 requires the Master of a vessel to render all possible assistance to any persons from or on a vessel or aircraft that are or the Master has reason to believe are in need of assistance.

In delayed action, it will take the ship to the scene of the casualty most surely (When the ship has reached the manoeuvre commencement point, search speed must be reduced so as to enable fast stopping)

In delayed action, cannot be carried out effectively unless the time elapsed between the occurrence of the casualty and the commencement of the manoeuvre is known.

TURN take ship back into her wake. Less distance is covered, and thus time is saved, with SCHARNOW TURN.

A major concern of maritime operations is recovering personnel who have fallen overboard and safely transferring them from the water to the deck of a boat or hatch of a lifeboat.

In MOB, Recovery should not exceed _____________ minutes

Is a process wherein during an emergency situation a ship is intentionally taken towards shallow waters and at last grounded

In Immediate action, it will take the ship back to the scene of the casualty most quickly.

In Immediate action, requires more time and will temporarily take the ship farther away from the scene of the casualty.

In Immediate action, it is not appropriate

Is a critical process that involves evaluating the extent of damage and taking necessary actions to mitigate its effects in order to maintain the ship's safety, stability, and operational capabilities.