Gangway Watchman/Deck Patrol

During Ship Call

This requirement applies to all ships arriving at the Port of Mozambique when loading or unloading dangerous liquid goods.

GSN fulfills this responsibility for its shipping agency clients by providing first-class service with experienced and trustworthy watchmen.

Experienced Team

We are a skilled multilingual professional team that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. The majority of our watchmen have over 20 years of experience in the maritime industry.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY OF A GANGWAY WATCHMAN

• To control access to the ship,
• Control of people and equipment to and from the vessel,
• Searching of personnel and/or baggage,
• Reporting of security incidents or breaches.

Additionally, the gangway watchman must be trained for the following:

1. The gangway access point MUST ALWAYS BE MANNED.
2. If someone from the ship’s crew calls for another duty, they must ensure a reliever is available at the gangway. Those on gangway duty must not leave the station until properly relieved.
3. The gangway must be checked to ensure it is properly lashed and secured, well lit, and always safe for use. The embarkation area should be kept orderly and clean at all times. The first impression is the one that lasts.
4. Control of permitted persons and goods:
   • At the access point, all pre-approved visitors and boarding crew members must have their identity checked.
   • Names, times in and out, and the purpose of the visit must be recorded in the gangway logbook.