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Recipient Name
Environment Southland
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Ensure that the harbour risk assessment fully addresses the operation of tourist vessels in the Fiordland area. Take note of the identified risks when developing, in compliance with the New Zealand Port and Harbour Marine Safety Code, the harbour safety management system and standard operating procedures for Milford Sound.
Reply Text
The harbour risk assessment review has been completed and the original risk assessment will now go back to the various interested parties for further consultation. Although the intention of the review was to re-evaluate the risks associated with cruise ships in Fiordland waters, I propose to widen the scope to include the operation of tourist vessels. This will in turn lead to a Port and Harbour Safety Management System that will take into account any additional hazards identified in the operations in Fiordland
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