Capt. Nashir Khan, Marine Pilot, highlights to always keep in mind that safety comes first when onboard and shares his experience and key moments from his career at sea.
SAFETY4SEA: What do you love the most out of your career at sea?
Capt. Nashir Khan: It is an adventure that gives opportunity to visit many countries and meet others nations.
S4S: What have you learned over the course of your career at sea?
Capt. N.Kh.: I learned how to handle stress in my life, being patience and remain strong at all times, under any circumstances
S4S: How would you describe your daily life at sea/ work in a few words?
Capt. N.Kh.: A daily program may involve the following: get up and takeover watch before 15 mins; be alert and vigilant during navigation watch; after watch take 2 hrs maintenance or paper work. Then, enjoy at recreation room along with mates, give time to family by net connected and finally take rest for next working hours.
S4S: What is the biggest challenge that you have to face on board?
Capt. N.Kh.: High seas, strong winds, rolling & pitching
S4S: What is your piece of advice to fellow crew members onboard?
Capt. N.Kh.: Maintain safety culture at all times and stay safe (Safety of Own + Mates). Explore more here
S4S: What inspires you every day onboard?
Capt. N.Kh.: At day, the clear sea horizon. At night, the shining stars and when I see my crew members ‘ happy smiley faces!
S4S: What has been the most extraordinary thing that you have experienced on board?
Capt. N.Kh.: When I rescued my ships Pilot at Somalia Coast, as a Ships Chief Officer. Explore more here
S4S: What is the one thing that should change to make life better on board?
Capt. N.Kh.: I would advocate for a stressless culture, which is the way to healthy mind for all people onboard
S4S: What piece of advice would you give to someone thinking a career at sea?
Capt. N.Kh.: Remember to trust teamwork, use safety gears whenever required and always keep in mind Safety First. Explore more here
S4S: What do you miss the most about your seagoing experience?
Capt. N.Kh.: Gathering with international ships mates, drinking cup of coffee and discussing how to improve the health and safety of the environment onboard ships
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I am grateful to Safety4Sae for being supportive and positive towards my interview which is appreciated and published by Safety4Sea.
S4S, I always enjoy your daily content, especially, this conversation with Captain Nasir Khan
God bless all seafarers
Gad bless Capt. Nasir Khan and his family
Dear Sir CAPT. Said Malekzadeh Thanks for yours wonderful statement.
You was always kind and supportive to me while we sailed together.
I wish you pleasure ife along your respectful family members.
Have a wonderful time
Nice said sir, I still remember those days when i do learn and we had discussion on various topics in coffee time.