Regulation 34-1 - Master's discretion
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Regulation 34-1 - Master's discretion

 The owner, the charterer, the company operating the ship as defined in regulation IX/1, or any other person shall not prevent or restrict the master of the ship from taking or executing any decision which, in the master’s professional judgement, is necessary for safety of life at sea and protection of the marine environment.

Parent topic: Chapter V - Safety of navigation
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