National Ports Act, 2005 (Act No. 12 of 2005)

Rules

Purchase

In terms of sections 75(3) to (5) of the Act—

(a)	the pilot's function is to navigate a vessel in the port, to direct its movements and to determine and control the movements of the tugs assisting the vessel under pilotage;

(b)	the pilot must determine the number of tugs required for pilotage with the concurrence of the master of the vessel;

(c)	in the event of a disagreement between the pilot and the master of the vessel regarding the number of tugs to be used, the Harbour Master takes the final decision.