53Responsibility of masters with regard to general safety and clearance

53 Responsibility of masters with regard to general safety and clearance

(1)  The master of a vessel must not pass through an aperture of the Bridge unless he or she has determined that it is safe and practicable for the vessel to pass through the particular aperture taking into account –

(a) the maximum height of the superstructure above the waterline of the vessel; and

(b) the clear vertical clearance available at each aperture.

Penalty:  Fine not exceeding 50 penalty units.

(2)  In this regulation –

superstructure, of a vessel, means –

(a) a mast, aerial, radar scanner or similar apparatus on the vessel; or

(b) any crane or derrick on the vessel; or

(c) any other part of the vessel extending above the main deck.