Division 2.7 Health and safety, passenger rights and environmental protection

The boatmaster shall be able to:

• monitor the applicable legal requirements and take measures to ensure the safety of life;

• maintain safety and security for persons on board, including providing direct assistance to disabled persons and persons with reduced mobility in accordance with the training requirements and instructions of Annex IV of Regulation (EU) No 1177/2010;

• set-up emergency and damage control plans, and handle emergency situations;

• ensure compliance with requirements for environmental protection.