Action to be taken in case of GYRO Failure :-
Inform Master. Note down Date, Time & Position. Inform VTS / Port Authority. Switch over to the Backup Gyro feed (if fitted). Switch over Autopilot to Hand Steering. Steer the vessel with Magnetic Compass. Obtain Magnetic Compass Error by celestial or Terrestrial means. Plot the position of the vessel frequently. Monitor the position of the vessels in vicinity. Try to troubleshoot the Gyro with reference to the manual, if unable to rectify inform the same to company agent. Keep a record of all events. Effects of GYRO Failure: RADAR will automatically switch to HeadUp mode & Relative motion ECDIS will give Alarm and will change the input to GPS - COG AIS will transmit "DATA NOT AVAILABLE" in heading of the vessel