Maritime Log books The Official Log Book OLB – Who needs to carry it

The Official Log Book (OLB) has guidance notes on the outer cover that explain how the log book should be used and its legal context.

  • It states that the absence of proper entries could prejudice the position of the Master in the event of an accident.  
  • It is an offence to fail to keep the Official Log Book or to make incorrect entries.  
  • It is essential that all the relevant entries are fully completed.  
  • Legal implications and the Log Book
  • How to fill it in and make corrections
  • The responsibilities of the Master to ensure that all pertinent information is recorded
  • That it can be inspected by officials inspecting the vessel.
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