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CRISIS MANAGEMENT AND HUMAN BEHAVIOUR

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Organize shipboard emergency procedures	Knowledge of —	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved training, exercises with one or more prepared emergency plans and practical demonstration.	The shipboard emergency procedures ensure a state of readiness to respond to emergency situations
	.1 the general design and layout of the ship;
	.2 safety regulations;
	.3 emergency plans and procedures;
	The importance of the principles for the development of ship-specific emergency procedures including —
	.1 the need for pre-planning and drills of shipboard emergency procedures;
	.2 the need for all personnel to be aware of and adhere to pre-planned emergency procedures as carefully as possible in the event of an emergency situation.
Optimize the use of resources	Ability to optimize the use of resources, taking into account —	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved training, practical demonstration and shipboard training and drills of emergency procedures	Contingency plans optimize the use of available resources.
	.1 the possibility that resources available in an emergency may be limited;		Allocation of tasks and responsibilities reflects the known competence of individuals
	.2 the need to make full use of personnel and equipment immediately available and, if necessary, to improvise;
			Roles and responsibilities of teams and individuals are clearly defined.
	Ability to organize realistic drills to maintain a state of readiness, taking into account lessons learnt from previous accidents involving passenger ships; debriefing after drills.
Control response to emergencies	Ability to make an initial assessment and provide an effective response to emergency situations in accordance with established emergency procedures.	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved training, practical demonstration and shipboard training and drills of emergency procedures.	Procedures and actions are in accordance with established principles and plans for crisis management on board
	Leadership skills		Objectives and strategy are appropriate to the nature of the emergency, take account of contingencies and make optimum use of available resources contribute to maintaining order and control Actions of crew members.
	Ability to lead and direct others in emergency situations, including the need —
	.1 to set an example during emergency situations;
	.2 to focus decision making, given the need to act quickly in an emergency;
	.3 to motivate, encourage and reassure passengers and other personnel
	Stress handling
	Ability to identify the development of symptoms of excessive personal stress and those of other members of the ship's emergency team
	Understanding that stress generated by emergency situations can affect the performance of individuals and their ability to act on instructions and follow procedures.
Control passengers and other personnel during emergency situations	Human behavior and responses	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved training, practical demonstration and shipboard training and drills of emergency procedures.	Actions of crew members contribute to maintaining order and control
	Ability to control passengers and other personnel in emergency situations, including —
	.1 awareness of the general reaction patterns of passengers in emergency situations, including the possibility that —
	.1.1 generally it takes some time before people accept the fact that there is an emergency situation;
	.1.2 some people may panic and not behave with a normal level of rationality, that their ability to comprehend may be impaired and they may not be as responsive to instructions as in non-emergency situations;
	.2 awareness that passengers and other personnel may, inter alia —
	.2.1 start looking for relatives, friends or their belonging as a first reaction when something goes wrong;
	.2.2 seek safety in their cabins or in other places on board where they think that they can escape danger,
	.2.3 tend to move to the upper side when the ship is listing;
	.3 appreciation of the possible problem of panic resulting from separating families
Establish and maintain effective communication	Ability to establish and maintain effective communications, including —	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved training, exercises and practical demonstration.	Information from all available sources is obtained, evaluated and confirmed as quickly as possible and reviewed throughout the emergency.
	.1 the importance of clear and concise instructions and reports;
	.2 the need to encourage an exchange of information with, and feedback from passengers and other personnel Ability to provide relevant information to passengers and other personnel during an emergency situation, to keep them apprised of the overall situation and to communicate any action required of them, taking into account —		Information given to individuals, emergency response teams and passengers is accurate, relevant and timely.
			Information keeps passengers informed as to the nature of the emergency and the actions required of them.

	.1 the language or languages appropriate to the principal nationalities of passengers and other personnel carried on the particular route;
	.2 the possible need to communicate during an emergency by some other means, such as by demonstration, or by hand signals or calling attention to the location of instructions, muster stations, life-saving devices or evacuation routes, when oral communication is impractical;
	.3 the language in which emergency announcements may be broadcast during an emergency or drill to convey critical guidance to passengers and to facilitate crew members in assisting passengers

PART 2

(Regulation 25(1)(a)(i))

PERSONAL SURVIVAL TECHNIQUES

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Survive at sea in the event of ship abandonment	Types of emergency situations which may occur, such as collision, fire, foundering	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved instruction or during attendance at an approved course of approved in-service experience and examination, including practical demonstration of competence to —	Action taken on identifying muster signals is appropriate to the indicated emergency and complies with established procedures
	Types of life-saving appliances normally carried on ships
	Equipment in survival craft
	Location of personal life-saving appliances		The timing and sequence of individual actions are appropriate to the prevailing circumstance and conditions and minimize potential dangers and threats to survival
	Principles concerning survival, including —	.1 don a lifejacket;
	.1 value of training and drills;	.2 don and use an immersion suit;
	.2 personal protective clothing and equipment;	.3 safely jump from a height into the water;
	.3 need to be ready for any emergency;	.4 right an inverted life raft while wearing a lifejacket;	Method of boarding survival craft is appropriate and avoids dangers to other survivors
	.4 actions to be taken when called to survival craft stations;	.4 right an inverted life raft while wearing a lifejacket;
		.5 swim while wearing a lifejacket;
	.5 actions to be taken when required to abandon ship;	.6 keep afloat without a lifejacket	Initial actions after leaving the ship and procedures and actions in water minimize threats to survival.
	.6 actions to be taken when in the water;	.7 board a survival craft from ship and water while wearing a life jacket;
	.7 actions to be taken when aboard a survival craft;
	.8 main dangers to survivors.	.8 take initial actions on boarding survival craft to enhance chance of survival;
		.9 stream a drogue or sea-anchor;
		.10 operate survival, l craft equipment;
		.11 operate location devices, including radio equipment.

PART 3

(Regulation 25(1)(a)(ii))

FIRE PREVENTION AND FIREFIGHTING

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Minimize the risk of fire and maintain a state of readiness to respond to emergency situations involving fire	Shipboard firefighting organization	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved instruction or attendance at an approved course	Initial actions on becoming aware of an emergency conform with accepted practices and procedures
	Location of firefighting appliances and emergency escape routes
	The elements of fire and explosion (the fire triangle)		Action taken on identifying muster signals is appropriate to the indicated emergency and complies with established procedures
	Types and sources of ignition
	Flammable materials, fire hazards and spread of fire The need for constant vigilance
	Actions to be taken on board ship Fire and smoke detection and automatic alarm systems
	Classification of fire and applicable extinguishing agents
Fight and extinguish fires	Firefighting equipment and its location on board	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved instruction or during attendance at an approved course, including practical demonstration in spaces which provide truly realistic training conditions (e.g. simulated shipboard conditions) and, whenever possible and practical, in darkness, of the ability to —	Clothing and equipment are appropriate to the nature of the firefighting operations
	Instruction in —
	.1 fixed installations;
	.2 firefighter's outfits;		The timing and sequence of individual actions are appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions
	.3 personal equipment;
	.4 firefighting appliances and equipment;
	.5 firefighting methods;
	.6 firefighting agents;		Extinguishment of fire is achieved using appropriate procedures, techniques and firefighting agents
	.7 firefighting procedures;
	.8 use of breathing apparatus for fighting fires and effecting rescues	.1 use various types of portable fire-extinguishers;
		.2 use self-contained breathing apparatus;	Breathing apparatus procedures and techniques comply with accepted practices and procedures
		.3 extinguish smaller fires, e.g. electrical fires, oil fires, propane fires;
		.4 extinguish extensive fires with
		.5 extinguish fires with foam, powder or any other suitable chemical agent;
		.6 enter and pass through, with life-line but without breathing apparatus, a compartment into which high-expansion foam has been injected;
		.7 fight fire in smoke-filled enclosed spaces wearing self-contained breathing apparatus;
		.8 extinguish fire with water fog or any other suitable firefighting agent in an accommodation room or simulated engine-room with fire and heavy smoke;
		.9 extinguish oil fire with fog applicator and spray nozzles, dry chemical powder or foam applicators;
		.10 effect a rescue in a smoke-filled space wearing breathing apparatus

PART 4

(Regulation 25(1)(a)(iii))

ELEMENTARY FIRST AID

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Take immediate action upon encountering an accident or other medical emergency	Assessment of needs of casualties and threats to own safety	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved instruction or during attendance at an approved course	The manner and timing of raising the alarm is appropriate to the circumstances of the accident or medical emergency
	Appreciation of body structure and functions
	Understanding of immediate measures to be taken in cases of emergency including the ability to —		The identification of probable cause, nature and extent of injuries is prompt and complete and the priority and sequence of actions is proportional to any potential threat to life
	.1 position casualty;
	.2 apply resuscitation techniques;
	.3 control bleeding;		Risk of further harm to self and casualty is minimized at all times
	.4 apply appropriate measures of basic shock management;
	.5 apply appropriate measures in event of burns and scalds, including accidents caused by electric current;
	.6 rescue and transport a casualty;
	.7 improvise bandages and use materials in emergency kit

PART 5

(Regulation 25(1)(a)(iv))

PERSONAL SAFETY AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Comply with emergency procedures	Types of emergency which may occur, such as collision, fire, foundering	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved instruction or during attendance at an approved course	Initial action on becoming aware of an emergency conforms to established emergency response procedures
	Knowledge of shipboard contingency plans for response to emergencies
	Emergency signals and specific duties allocated to crew members in the muster list; muster stations; correct use of personal safety equipment		Information given on raising alarm is prompt, accurate, complete and clear
	Action to take on discovering potential emergency, including fire, collision, foundering and ingress of water into the ship
	Action to take on hearing emergency alarm signals
	Value of training and drills
	Knowledge of escape routes and internal communication and alarm systems
Take precautions to prevent pollution of the marine environment	Basic knowledge of the impact of shipping on the marine environment and the effects of operational or accidental pollution on it	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved instruction or during attendance at an approved course	Organizational procedures designed to safeguard the marine environment are observed at all times
	Basic environmental protection procedures
	Basic knowledge of complexity and diversity of the marine environment
Observe safe working practices	Importance of adhering to safe working practices at all times	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved instruction or during attendance at an approved course	Safe working practices are observed and appropriate safety and protective equipment is correctly used at all times
	Safety and protective devices available to protect against potential hazards aboard ship
	Precautions to be taken prior to entering enclosed spaces
	Familiarization with international measures concerning accident prevention and occupational health
Contribute to effective communications on board	Understand the principles of, and barriers to, effective communication between individuals and teams within the ship	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved instruction or during attendance at an approved course	Communications are clear and effective at all times
	Ability to establish and maintain effective communications
Contribute to effective human relationships on board ship	Importance of maintaining good human and working relationships aboard ship	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved instruction or during attendance at an approved course	Expected standards of work and behavior are observed at all times
	Basic team working principles and practice, including conflict resolution
	Social responsibilities; employment conditions; individual rights and obligations; dangers of drug and alcohol abuse
Understand and take necessary actions to control fatigue	Importance of obtaining the necessary rest	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved instruction or during attendance at an approved course	Communications are clear and effective at all times
	Effects of sleep, schedules, and the circadian rhythm on fatigue
	Effects of physical stressors on seafarers
	Effects of environmental stressors in and outside the ship and their impact on seafarers
	Effects of schedule changes on seafarer fatigue

PART 6

(Regulation 27)

ADVANCED FIREFIGHTING

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Control firefighting operations aboard ships	Firefighting procedures at sea and in port with particular emphasis on organization, tactics and command	Practical exercises and instruction conducted under approved and truly assessment of the realistic training conditions (e.g. simulated shipboard conditions) and, whenever possible and practicable, in darkness	Actions taken to control fires are based on a full and accurate incident, using all available sources of information
	Use of water for fire-extinguishing, the effect on ship stability, precautions and corrective procedures
			The order of priority, timing and sequence of actions are appropriate to the overall requirements of the incident and to minimize damage and potential damage to the ship, injuries to personnel and impairment of the operational effectiveness of the ship
	Communication and co-ordination during firefighting operations
	Ventilation control, including smoke extraction
	Control of fuel and electrical systems
	Firefighting process hazards (dry distillation, chemical reactions, boiler uptake fires, etc.)
	Fire fighting involving dangerous goods		Transmission of information is prompt, accurate, complete and clear
	Fire precautions and hazards associated with the storage and handling of materials (paints, etc.)
			Personal safety during fire control activities is safeguarded at all times
	Management and control of injured persons
	Procedures for co-ordination with shore-based firefighters
Organize and train fire parties	Preparation of contingency plans	Practical exercises and instruction conducted under approved and truly realistic training conditions, e.g. simulated shipboard conditions	Composition and organization of fire control parties ensure the prompt and effective implementation of emergency plans and procedures
	Composition and allocation of personnel to fire parties Strategies and tactics for control of fires in various parts of the ship
Inspect and service fire-detection and extinguishing systems and equipment	Fire-detection systems; fixed fire-extinguishing systems; portable and mobile fire-extinguishing equipment, including appliances, pumps and rescue, salvage, life-support, personal protective and communication equipment	Practical exercise using approved equipment and systems in a realistic training environment	Operational effectiveness of all fire-detection and extinguishing systems and equipment is maintained at all times in accordance with performance specifications and legislative requirements
	Requirements for statutory and classification surveys
Investigate and compile reports on incidents involving fire	Assessment of cause of incidents involving fire	Practical exercises in a realistic training environment	Causes of fire are identified and the effectiveness of countermeasures is evaluated

PART 7

(Regulation 28)

MEDICAL FIRST AID AND MEDICAL CARE

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Apply immediate first aid in the event of accident or illness on board	First-aid kit	Assessment of evidence obtained from practical instruction	The identification of probable cause nature and extent of injuries is prompt, complete and conforms to current first-aid practice
	Body structure and function
	Toxicological hazards on board, including use of the Medical First Aid Guide for use of
	Accidents Involving Dangerous Goods (MFAG) or its national equivalent		Risk of harm to self and others is minimized at all times
	Examination of casualty or patient
			Treatment of injuries and the patient's condition is appropriate and conforms to recognized first-aid practice and international guidelines
	Spinal injuries.
	Burns, scalds and effects of heat and cold
	Fractures, dislocations and muscular injuries
	Medical care of rescued persons
	Radio medical advice
	Pharmacology
	Sterilization Cardiac arrest, drowning and asphyxia
Provide medical care to the sick and injured while they remain on board	Care of casualty involving —	Assessment of evidence obtained from practical instruction and demonstration	Identification of symptoms is based on the concepts of clinical examination and medical history
	.1 head and spinal injuries;
	.2 injuries of ear, nose, throat and eyes;
	.3 external and internal bleeding;	Where practicable, approved practical experience at a hospital or similar establishment	Protection against infection and spread of diseases is complete and effective
	.4 burns, scalds and frostbite;
	.5 fractures, dislocations and muscular injuries;
			Personal attitude is calm, confident and reassuring
	.6 wounds, wound healing and infection;
	.7 pain relief;		Treatment of injury or condition is appropriate and conforms to accepted medical practice and relevant national and international medical guides
	.8 techniques of sewing and clamping;
	.9 management of acute abdominal conditions;
	.10 minor surgical treatment;
	.11 dressing and bandaging
	Aspects of nursing —		The dosage and application of drugs and medication complies with manufacturers' recommendations and accepted medical practice
	.1 general principles;
	.2 nursing care
	Diseases, including —
	.1 medical conditions and emergencies;
	.2 sexually transmitted diseases;		The significance of changes in patient's condition is promptly recognized
	.3 tropical and infectious diseases
	Alcohol and drug abuse
	Dental care
	Gynaecology, pregnancy and childbirth
	Medical care of rescued persons
	Death at sea
	Hygiene
	Disease prevention, including —
	.1 disinfection, disinfestations, de-ratting;
	.2 vaccinations
	keeping records and copies of applicable regulations —
	1 keeping medical records
	.2 international and national maritime medical regulations
Participate in co-ordinated schemes for medical assistance to ships	External assistance, including —		Clinical examination procedures are complete and comply with instructions received
	.1 radio medical advice;
	.2 transportation of the ill and injured, including helicopter evacuation;
			The method and preparation for evacuation is in accordance with recognized procedures and is designed to maximize the welfare of the patient
	.3 medical care of sick seafarers involving co-operation with port health authorities or out-patient wards in port
			Procedures for seeking radio medical advice conform to established practice and recommendations

PART 8

(Regulation 30)

STANDARD OF COMPETENCE FOR OFFICERS IN CHARGE OF A NAVIGATIONAL WATCH ON SEAGOING SHIP OF 500 GT OR MORE

FUNCTION: NAVIGATION AT THE OPERATIONAL LEVEL

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Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods of demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Plan and conduct a passage and determine position	Celestial navigation	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The information obtained from nautical charts and publications is relevant, interpreted correctly and properly applied.
	Ability to use celestial bodies to determine the ship's position
	Terrestrial and coastal navigation	.1 approved in-service experience;
	Ability to determine the ship's position by use of —	.2 approved training ship experience;	All potential navigational hazards are accurately identified.
	.1 landmarks;	.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
	.2 aids to navigation, including lighthouses, beacons and buoys;		The primary method of fixing the ship's position is the most appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions
		.4 approved laboratory equipment training
	.3 dead reckoning, taking into account winds, tides, currents and estimated speed
		using: chart catalogues, charts, nautical publications, radio navigational warnings, sextant, azimuth mirror, electronic navigation equipment, echo-sounding equipment, compass
	Thorough knowledge of an ability to use nautical charts and publications, such as sailing directions, tide tables, notices to mariners, radio navigational warnings and ships' routing information.
			The position is determined within the limits of acceptable instrument or system errors.
			The reliability of the information obtained from the primary method of position fixing is checked at appropriate intervals.
	Electronic systems of position fixing and navigation
	Ability to determine the ship's position by use of electronic navigational aids
	Echo-sounders		Calculations and measurements of navigational information are accurate
	Ability to operate the equipment and apply the information correctly
	Compass – magnetic and gyro
	Knowledge of the principles of magnetic and gyro-compasses		The charts selected are the largest scale suitable for the area of navigation and charts and publications are corrected in accordance with the latest information available
	Ability to determine errors of the magnetic and gyro-compasses, using celestial and terrestrial means, and to allow for such errors
	Steering control systems		Performance checks and tests to navigation systems comply with manufacturer's recommendations and good navigational practice
	Knowledge of steering control systems, operational procedures and change-over from manual to automatic control and vice versa. Adjustment of controls for optimum performance
			Errors in magnetical and gyro-compasses are determined and correctly applied to courses and bearings
	Meteorology
	Ability to use and interpret information obtained from ship borne meteorological instruments
			The selection of the mode of steering is the most suitable for the prevailing weather, sea and traffic conditions and intended manoeuvres
	Knowledge of the characteristics of the various weather systems, reporting procedures and recording systems
	Ability to apply the meteorological information available		Measurements and observations of weather conditions are accurate and appropriate to the passage
			Meteorological information is correctly interpreted and applied
Maintain a safe navigational watch	Watch keeping	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The conduct, handover and relief of the watch conforms with accepted principles and procedures
	Thorough knowledge of the content, application and intent of the Shipping (Distress Signals and Prevention of Collisions) Regulations Thorough knowledge of the principles to be observed in keeping a navigational watch
		.1 approved in-service experience;
			A proper look-out is maintained at all times and in such a way as to conform to accepted principles and procedures
		.2 approved training ship experience;
	The use of routing in accordance with the General Provisions on Ships' Routing	.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
			Lights, shapes and sound signals conform with the requirements contained in the Shipping (Distress Signals and Prevention of Collisions) Regulations
	The use of information from navigational equipment for maintaining a safe navigational watch	.4 approved laboratory equipment training
		Assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —
	Knowledge of blind pilotage techniques
		.1 approved training
	The use of reporting in accordance with the General Principles for Ship Reporting Systems and with VTS procedures	.2 approved in-service experience
			The frequency and extent of monitoring of traffic, the ship and the environment conform with accepted principles and procedures
		.3 approved simulator training
	Bridge resource management
	Knowledge of bridge resource management principles, including —
			A proper record is maintained of the movements and activities relating to the navigation of the ship
	.1 allocation, assignment, and prioritization of resources
	.2 effective communication
	.3 assertiveness and leadership		Responsibility for the safety of navigation is clearly defined at all times, including periods when the master is on the bridge and while under pilotage
	.4 obtaining and maintaining situational awareness
	.5 consideration of team experience
			Resources are allocated and assigned as needed in correct priority to perform necessary tasks
			Communication is clearly and unambiguously given and received
			Questionable decisions or actions result in appropriate challenge and response
			Effective leadership behaviours are identified
			Team members share accurate understanding of current and predicted vessel state, navigation path, and external environment
Use of radar and automatic radar plotting aids ARPA to maintain safety of navigation	Radar navigation	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved radar simulator and ARPA simulator training with in-service-experience	Information obtained from radar and ARPA is correctly interpreted and analysed, taking into account the limitations of the equipment and prevailing circumstances and conditions
	Knowledge of the fundamentals of radar and ARPA
	Ability to operate and to interpret and analyse information obtained from radar, including the following:
Note: Training and assessment in the use of ARPA is not required for those who serve exclusively on ships not fitted with ARPA. This limitation shall be reflected in The endorsement issued to the seafarer concerned
	Performance, including —		Action taken to avoid a close encounter or collision with other vessels is in accordance with the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
	.1 factors affecting performance and accuracy
	.2 setting up and maintaining displays
	.3 detection of meeting overtaking ships
	.2 identification of critical echoes; detecting course and speed changes of other ships; effect of changes in own ship's course or speed or both		Decisions to amend course or speed are both timely and in accordance with accepted navigation practice
	.3 application of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea		Adjustments made to the ship's course and speed maintain safety of navigation communication is clear, concise and acknowledged at all times in a seafarer like manner
	.4 plotting techniques and relative and true motion concepts
	.5 parallel indexing Principal types of ARPA, their display characteristics, performance standards and the dangers of over-reliance on ARPA
			Manoeuvring signals are made at the appropriate time and are in accordance with the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
	Ability to operate and to interpret and analyse information obtained from automatic radar plotting aid, including —
	.1 system performance and accuracy, tracking capabilities and limitations, and processing delays;
	.2 use of operational warnings and system tests
	.3 methods of target acquisition and their limitations
	.4 true and relative vectors, graphic representation of target information and danger areas deriving and analyzing information, critical echoes, exclusion areas and trial manoeuvres
Use of ECDIS to maintain the safety of navigation	Navigation using ECDIS	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Monitors information on ECDIS in a manner that contributes to safe navigation
	Knowledge of the capability and limitations of ECDIS operations, including —
Note: Training and assessment in the use of ECDIS is not required for those who serve exclusively on ships not fitted with ECDIS	.1 a thorough understanding of Electronic Navigational Chart (ENC) data, data accuracy, presentation rules, display options and other chart data formats	.1 approved training ship experience
			Information obtained from ECDIS (including radar overlay or radar tracking functions, when fitted) is correctly interpreted and analysed, taking into account the limitations of the equipment, all connected sensors (including radar and AIS where interfaced), and prevailing circumstances and conditions
		.2 approved EDCIS simulator training
	.2 the dangers of over-relevance.
These limitations shall be reflected in the endorsements issued to the seafarer concerned	3 familiarity with the functions of ECDIS required by performance standards in force
	Proficiency in operation, interpretation, and analysis of information obtained from ECDIS, including —
	.1 use of functions that are integrated with other navigation systems in various installations, including proper functioning and adjustment to desired settings
			Safety of navigation is maintained through adjustments made to the ship's course and speed through ECDIS-controlled track-keeping functions (when fitted)
	.2 safe monitoring and adjustment of information, including open position, sea area display, mode and orientation, chart data displayed, route monitoring, user-created information layers, contacts (when interfaced with AIS or radar tracking) and radar overlay functions (when interfaced)
			Communication is clear, concise and acknowledged at all times in a seamanlike manner
	.3 confirmation of vessel position by alternative means
	.4 efficient use of settings to ensure conformance to operational procedures, including alarm parameters for anti-grounding, proximity to contacts and special areas, completeness of chart data and chart update status, and backup arrangements
	.5 adjustment of settings and values to suit the present conditions
	.6 situational awareness while using ECDIS including safe water and proximity of hazards, set and drift, chart data and scale selection, suitability of route, contact detection and management, and integrity of sensors
Respond to emergencies	Emergency procedures	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The type and scale of the emergency is promptly identified
	Precautions for the protection and safety of passengers in emergency situations
			Initial actions and, if appropriate, manoeuvring of the ship are in accordance with contingency plans and are appropriate to the urgency of the situation and nature of the emergency
	Initial action to be taken following a collision or a grounding; initial damage assessment and control	.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved training ship experience;
	Appreciation of the procedures to be followed for rescuing persons from the sea, assisting a ship in distress, responding to emergencies which arise in port	.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
		.4 practical training
Respond to a distress signal at sea	Search and rescue	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from practical instruction or approved simulator training, where appropriate	The distress or emergency signal is immediately recognized
	Knowledge of the contents of the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual
			Contingency plans and instructions in standing orders are implemented and complied with
Use the IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases and use English in written and oral form	English language	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from practical instruction	English language nautical publications and messages relevant to the safety of the ship are correctly interpreted or drafted Communications are clear and understood
	Adequate knowledge of the English language to enable the officer to use charts and other nautical publications, to understand meteorological information and messages concerning ship's safety and operation, to communicate with other ships, coast stations and VTS Centres to perform the officer's duties also with a multilingual crew, including the ability to use and understand the IMO Standard Marine Navigational Vocabulary as replaced by the IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases (IMO SMCP)
Transmit and receive information by visual signalling	Visual Signalling	Assessment of evidence obtained from practical instruction or simulation	Communications within the operator's area of responsibility are consistently successful
	Ability to use the International Code of Signals
	Ability to transmit and receive, by mores light, distress signal SOS as specified in Annex IV of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, as amended, and appendix 1 of the International Code of Signals, and visual signalling of single-letter signals as also specified in the International Code of signals
Manoeuvre the ship	Ship manoeuvring and handling	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Safe operating limits of ship propulsion, steering and power systems are not exceeded in normal manoeuvres
	Knowledge of —
	.1 the effects of deadweight, draught, trim, speed and under-keel clearance on turning circles and stopping distances
		.1 approved in-service experience;
			Adjustments made to the ship's course and speed maintain safety of navigation
		.2 approved training ship experience;
	.2 the effects of wind and current on ship handling
		.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
	.3 manoeuvres and procedures for the rescue of person overboard
		.4 approved training on a manned scale ship model where appropriate
	.4 squat, shallow-water and similar effects
	.5 proper procedures for anchoring and mooring
FUNCTION: CARGO HANDLING AND STOWAGE AT THE OPERATIONAL LEVEL
Monitor the loading, stowage, securing care during the voyage and the unloading of cargoes	Cargo handling, stowage and securing	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Cargo operations are carried out in accordance with the cargo plan or other documents and established safety rules or regulations, equipment operating instructions and shipboard stowage limitations
	Knowledge of the effect of cargo, including heavy lifts, on the seaworthiness and stability of the ship
		.1 approved in-service experience;
	Knowledge of safe handling, stowage and securing of cargoes including dangerous, hazardous and harmful cargoes including dangerous, hazardous and harmful cargoes and their effect on the safety of life and of the ship	.2 approved training ship experience;
		.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
			The handling of dangerous, hazardous and harmful cargoes complies with international regulations and recognized standards and codes of safe practice
	Ability to establish and maintain effective communications during loading and unloading
			Communications are clear, understood and consistently successful
Inspect and report defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks	Knowledge and ability to explain where to look for damage and defects most commonly encountered due to —	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The inspections are carried out in accordance with laid-down procedures and defects and damage are detected and properly reported
		.1 approved in-service experience;
	.1 loading and unloading operations;
		.2 approved training-ship experience;	Where no defects or damage are detected, the evidence from testing and examination clearly indicates adequate competence in adhering to procedures and ability to distinguish between normal and defective or damaged parts of the ship
	.2 corrosion;
	.3 severe weather conditions	.3 approved simulator training where appropriate
	Ability to state which parts of the ship shall be inspected each time in order to cover all parts within a given period of time Identify those elements of the ship structure which are critical to the safety of the ship
	State the causes of corrosion in cargo spaces and ballast tanks and how corrosion can be identified and prevented
	Knowledge of procedures on how the inspections shall be carried out
	Ability to explain how to ensure reliable detection of defects and damages
	Understanding of the purpose of the “enhanced survey programme”
FUNCTION: CONTROLLING THE OPERATION OF THE SHIP AND CARE FOR PERSONS ON BOARD AT THE OPERATIONAL LEVEL
Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods of demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Ensure compliance with pollution-prevention requirements	Prevention of pollution of the marine environment and anti-pollution procedures	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Procedures for monitoring shipboard operations and ensuring compliance with MARPOL requirements are fully observed
	Knowledge of the precautions to be taken to prevent pollution of the marine environment	.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved training-ship experience
			Actions to ensure that a positive environmental reputation is maintained
	Anti-pollution procedures and all associated equipment	3. approved training
	Importance of proactive measures to protect the Marine environment
Maintain seaworthiness of the ship	Ship stability	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The stability conditions comply with the IMO
	Working knowledge and application of stability, trim and stress tables, diagrams and stress-calculating equipment
			intact stability criteria under all conditions of loading
		.1 approved in-service experience;
	Understanding of fundamental actions to be taken in the event of partial loss of intact buoyancy	.2 approved training ship experience;	Actions to ensure and maintain the watertight integrity of the ship are in accordance with accepted practice
		.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
	Understanding of the fundamentals of watertight integrity
		.4 approved laboratory equipment training
	Ship construction
	General knowledge of the principal structural members of a ship and the proper names for the various parts
Prevent, control and fight fires on board	Fire prevention and firefighting appliances	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved firefighting training and experience as set out in Part 6	The type and scale of the problem is promptly identified and initial actions conform with the emergency procedure and contingency plans The order of for the ship
	Ability to organize fire drills
	Knowledge of classes and chemistry of fire
	Knowledge of firefighting systems
	Knowledge of action to be taken in the event of fire, including fires involving oil systems		Evacuation, emergency shutdown and isolation procedures are appropriate to the nature of the emergency and are implemented promptly priority, and the levels and time-scales of making reports and informing personnel on board, are relevant to the nature of the emergency and reflect the urgency of the problem
Operate life-saving Appliances	Lifesaving	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved training and experience as set out in Part 15, paragraphs 1 to 4	Actions in responding to abandon ship and survival situations are appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions and comply with accepted safety practices and standards
	Ability to organize abandon ship drills and knowledge of the operation of survival craft and rescue boats, their launching appliances and arrangements, and their equipment, including radio life-saving appliances, satellite EPIRBs, SARTs, immersion suits and thermal protective aids
Apply medical first aid on board ship	Medical aid	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved training as set out in Part 7, paragraphs 1 to 3	The identification of probable cause, nature and extent of injuries or conditions is prompt and treatment minimizes immediate threat to life
	Practical application of medical guides and advice by radio, including the ability to take effective action based on such knowledge in the case of accidents or illnesses that are likely to occur on board ship
Monitor compliance with legislative requirements	Basic working knowledge of the relevant IMO conventions concerning safety of life at sea and protection of the marine environment	Assessment of evidence obtained from examination or approved training	Legislative requirements relating to safety of life at sea and protection of the marine environment are correctly identified
Application of leadership and team working skills	Working knowledge of shipboard personnel management and training	Assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The crew are allocated duties and informed of expected standards of work and behaviour in a manner appropriate to the individuals concerned
	A knowledge of related international maritime conventions and recommendations, and national legislation	.1 approved training
		.2 approved in-service experience
		.3 practical demonstration	Training objectives and activities are based on assessment of current competence and capabilities and operational requirements
	Ability to apply task and workload management, including —
	.1 planning and co-ordination
	.2 personnel assignment
	.3 time and resource constraints		Operations are demonstrated to be in accordance with applicable rules
	.4 prioritization
	Knowledge and ability to apply effective resource management —
			Operations are planned and resources are allocated as needed in correct priority to perform necessary tasks
	.1 allocation, assignment, and prioritization of resources
	.2 effective communication on board and ashore
	.3 decisions reflect consideration of team experiences		Communication is clearly and unambiguously given and received
	.4 assertiveness and leadership, including motivation
			Effective leadership behaviours are demonstrated
	.5 obtaining and maintaining situational awareness
			Necessary team member(s) share accurate understanding of current and predicted vessel status and operational status and external environment
	Knowledge and ability to apply decision-making techniques —
	.1 situation and risk assessment
	.2 identify and consider general options
			Decisions are most effective for the situation
	.3 selecting course of action
	.4 evaluation of outcome effectiveness
Contribute to the safety of personnel and ship	Knowledge of personal survival techniques	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved training and experience as set out in part 2 paragraph 2	Appropriate safety and protective equipment is correctly used
	Knowledge of fire prevention and ability to fight and extinguish fires		Procedures and safe working practices designed to safeguard personnel and the ship are observed at all times
	Knowledge of elementary first aid
	Knowledge of personal safety and social responsibilities		Procedures designed to safeguard the environment are observed at all times
			Initial and follow-up action of an emergency conforms with established emergency response procedures

PART 9

(Regulation 31)

STANDARD OF COMPETENCE FOR MASTER AND CHIEF MATE ON SEAGOING SHIP OF 500 GT OR MORE
FUNCTION: NAVIGATION AT THE MANAGEMENT LEVEL

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods of demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Plan a voyage and conduct navigation	Voyage planning and navigation for all conditions by acceptable methods of plotting ocean tracks, taking into account, e.g. —	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The equipment, charts and nautical publications required for the voyage are enumerated and appropriate to the safe conduct of the voyage
		.1 approved in-service experience;
	.1 restricted waters;
	.2 meteorological conditions;	.2 approved simulator training, where appropriate;	The reasons for the planned route are supported by facts and statistical data obtained from relevant sources and publications
	.3 ice;
	.4 restricted viability;	.3 approved laboratory equipment training using: chart catalogues, charts, nautical publications and ship particulars
	.5 traffic separation schemes;
	.6 vessel traffic (VTS) areas		Positions, courses, distances and time calculations are correct within accepted accuracy standards for navigational equipment
	Areas of extensive tidal effects
	Routeing in accordance with the General Provisions on Ships' Routeing
	Reporting in accordance with the Guidelines and Criteria for Ships Reporting Systems
			All potential navigational hazards are accurately identified
Determine position and the accuracy of resultant position fix by any means	Position determination in all conditions —	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The primary method chosen for fixing the ship's position is the most appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions
	.1 by celestial observations;
	.2 by terrestrial observation, including the ability to use appropriate charts, notices to Mariners and other publications to assess the accuracy of the resulting position fix	.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
	.3 Using modern electronic navigational aids, with specific knowledge of their operating principles, limitations, sources of error, detection of misrepresentation of information and methods of correction to obtain accurate position fixing	.3 approved laboratory equipment training using:	The fix obtained by terrestrial observations is within accepted accuracy levels
		.1 charts, nautical almanac, plotting sheets, chronometer, sextant and a calculator
			The accuracy of the resulting fix is properly assessed
		.2 charts, nautical publications and navigational instruments (azimuth mirror, sextant, log, sounding equipment, compass) and manufacturers' manuals	The fix obtained by the use of electronic navigational aids is within the accuracy standards of the systems in use. The possible errors affecting the accuracy of the resulting position are stated and methods of minimizing the effects of system errors on the resulting position are properly applied
		.3 radar, terrestrial electronic position – fixing systems, satellite navigation systems and appropriate nautical charts and publications
Determine and allow for compass errors	Ability to determine and allow for errors of the magnetic and gryro-compasses	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The method and frequency of checks for errors of magnetic and gyro-compasses ensures accuracy of information
	Knowledge of the principles of magnetic and gyro-compasses	.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
	An understanding of systems under the control of the master gyro and a knowledge of the operation and care of the main type of gyro-compass
		.3 approved laboratory equipment training
		using: celestial observations, terrestrial bearings and comparison between magnetic and gyro-compasses
Co-ordinate search and rescue operations	A thorough knowledge of and ability to apply the procedures contained in the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following:	The plan for co-ordinating search and rescue operations is in accordance with international guidelines and standards
		.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
		.3 approved laboratory equipment training	Radio communications are established and correct communication procedures are followed at all stages of the search and rescue operations
		using: relevant publications, charts, meteorological data, particulars of particulars of ships involved, radio communication equipment and other available facilities and one or more of the following —
		.1 approved SAR training course;
		.2 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
		.3 approved laboratory equipment training
Establish watchkeeping arrangement and procedures	Thorough knowledge of content, application and intent of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following:	Watchkeeping arrangements and procedures are established and maintained in compliance with international regulations and guidelines so as to ensure the safety of navigation, protection of the marine environment and safety of the ship and persons on board
		.1 approved in-service experience;
	Thorough knowledge of the content, application and intent of the Principles to be observed in keeping a navigational watch
		.2 approved simulator training, where appropriate
Maintain safe navigation through the use of information from navigation equipment and systems to assist command decision-making	An appreciation of system errors and thorough understanding of the operational aspects of modern navigational systems,	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from approved ARPA simulator and one or more of the following —	Information obtained from navigation equipment and systems is correctly interpreted and analysed, taking into account the limitations of the equipment and prevailing circumstances and conditions
	Blind pilotage techniques	.1 approved in-service experience
	Evaluation of navigational information derived from all sources, including radar and ARPA, in order to make and implement command decisions for collision avoidance and directing the safe navigation of the ship
		.2 approved simulator training, where appropriate
Note: Training and assessment in the use of ARPA is not required for those who serve exclusively on ships not fitted with ARPA. This limitation shall be reflected in the endorsement issued to the seafarer concerned
		.3 approved laboratory equipment training	Action taken to avoid a close encounter or collision with another vessel is in accordance with the Shipping (Prevention of Collisions) Regulations
	The inter-relationship and optimum use of all navigational date available for conducting navigation
Maintain safe navigation through the use of ECDIS and associated navigation systems to assist command decision making	Management of operational procedures, systems, system files and data, including —	Assessment of evidence obtained from one of the following —	Operational procedures for using ECDIS are established, applied and monitored
	.1 manage procurement, licensing and updating of chart data and system software to conform to established procedures	.1 approved in-service experience
		.2 approved training ship experience	Actions taken to minimize risk to safety of navigation
		.3 approved ECDIS simulator training
	.2 system and information updating, including the ability to update ECDIS system version in accordance with vendor's product development
Note: Training and assessment in the use of ECDIS is not required for those who serve exclusively on ships not fitted with ECDIS. This limitation shall be reflected in the endorsement issued to the seafarer concerned	.3 create and maintain system configuration and backup files
	.4 create and maintain log files in accordance with established procedures
	.5 create and maintain route plan files in accordance with established procedures
	.6 use ECDIS log-book and track history functions for inspection of system functions, alarm settings and user responses
	Use ECDIS playback functionality for passage review, route planning and review of system functions
Forecast weather and oceanographic conditions	Ability to understand and interpret a synoptic chart and to forecast area weather, taking into account local weather conditions and information received by weather fax	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The likely weather conditions predicted for a determined period are based on all available information
		.1 approved in-service experience;
			Actions taken to maintain safety of navigation minimize any risk to safety of the ship
	Knowledge of ocean current systems	.2 approved laboratory equipment training
	Ability to calculate tidal conditions
			Reasons for intended action are backed by statistical data and observations of the actual conditions
	Use all appropriate nautical publications on tides and currents
Respond to navigational emergencies	Precautions when beaching a ship	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from practical instruction, in-service experience and practical drills in emergency procedures	The type and scale of any problems is promptly identified and decisions and actions minimize the effects of any malfunction of the ship's systems
	Action to be taken if grounding is imminent, and after grounding
	Refloating a grounded ship with and without assistance
	Action to be taken if collision in imminent and following a collision or impairment of the watertight integrity of the hull by any cause
			Communications are effective and comply with established procedures
	Assessment of damage control		Decisions and actions maximize safety of persons on board
	Emergency steering
	Emergency towing arrangements and towing procedure
Manoeuvre and handle a ship in all conditions	Manoeuvring and handling a ship in all conditions, including —	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	All decisions concerning berthing and anchoring are based on a proper assessment of the ship's manoeuvring and engine characteristics and the forces to be expected while berthed alongside or lying at anchor
	.1 manoeuvres when approaching pilot stations and embarking or disembarking pilots, with due regard to weather, tide, head reach and stopping distances;
		.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
	.2 handling ship in rivers, estuaries and restricted waters, having regard to the effects of current, wind and restricted water on helm response;	.3 approved manned scale ship model, where appropriate
			While under way, a full assessment is made of possible effects of shallow and restricted waters, ice, banks, tidal conditions, passing ships and own ship's bow and stern wave so that the ship can be safely manoeuvred under various conditions of loading and weather
	.3 application of constant rate of turn techniques;
	.4 manoeuvring in shallow water, including the reduction in under keel clearance caused by squat, rolling and pitching:
	.5 interaction between passing ships and between own ship and nearby banks (canal effect);
	.6 berthing and unbreathing under various conditions of wind, tide and current with and without tugs;
	.7 ship and tug interaction;
	.8 use of propulsion and manoeuvring systems
	.9 choice of anchorage; anchoring with one or 2 anchors in limited anchorages and factors involved in determining the length of anchor cable to be used;
	.10 dragging anchor, clearing fouled anchors
	.11 dry-docking, both with and without damage;
	.12 management and handling of ships in heavy weather, including assisting a ship or aircraft in distress; towing operations; means of keeping an unmanageable ship out of trough of the sea, lessening drift and use of oil;
	.13 precautions in manoeuvring to launch rescue boats or survival craft in bad weather
	.14 methods of taking on board survivors from rescue boats and survival craft;
	.15 ability to determine the manoeuvring and propulsion characteristics of common types of ships with special reference to stopping distances and turning circles at various draughts and speeds;
	.16 importance of navigating at reduced speed to avoid damage caused by own ship's bow wave and stern wave;
	.17 practical measures to be taken when navigating in or near ice or in conditions of ice accumulation on board;
	.18 use of, and manoeuvring in and near, traffic separation schemes and in vessel traffic service (VTS) areas
Operate remote controls of propulsion plant and engineering systems and services	Operating principles of marine plants	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Plant, auxiliary machinery and equipment is operated in accordance with technical specifications and within safe operating limits at all times
	Ships' auxiliary machinery
	General knowledge of marine engineering terms
		.1 approved in-service experience;
		. 2 approved simulator training, where appropriate
FUNCTION: CARGO HANDLING AND STOWAGE AT THE MANAGEMENT LEVEL
Plan and ensure safe loading, stowage, securing, care during the voyage and unloading of cargoes	Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant international regulations, codes and standards concerning the safe handling, stowage, securing and transport of cargoes	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following:	The frequency and extent of cargo condition monitoring is appropriate to its nature and prevailing conditions
		.1 approved in-service experience;
	Knowledge of the effect on trim and stability of cargoes and cargo operations	.2 approved simulator training, where appropriate	Unacceptable or unforeseen variations in the condition or specification of the cargo is promptly recognized and remedial action is immediately taken and designed to safeguard the safety of the ship and those on board
	Use of stability and trim diagrams and stress-calculating equipment, including automatic data-based (ADB) equipment, and knowledge of loading cargoes and ballasting in order to keep hull stress within acceptable limits	using: stability, trim and stress tables, diagrams and stress-calculating equipment.
	Stowage and securing of cargoes on board ships, including cargo handling gear and securing and lashing equipment		Cargo operations are planned and executed in accordance with established procedures and legislative requirements
	Loading and unloading operations, with special regard to the transport of cargoes identified in the Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing		Stowage and securing of cargoes ensures that stability and stress conditions remain within safe limits at all times during the voyage
	General knowledge of tankers and tanker operations
	Knowledge of the operational and design limitations of bulk carriers
	Ability to use all available shipboard data related to loading, care and unloading of bulk cargoes
	Ability to establish procedures for safe cargo handling in accordance with the provisions of the relevant instruments such as IMDG Code, IMSBC Code, MARPOL 73/78, Annexes III and V and other relevant information
	Ability to explain the basic principles for establishing effective communications and improving working relationship between ship and terminal personnel
Assess reported defects and damage to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks and take appropriate action	Knowledge of the limitations on strength of the vital constructional parts of a standard bulk carrier and ability to interpret given figures for bending moments and shear forces	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Evaluations are based on accepted principles, well-founded arguments and correctly carried out. The decisions taken are acceptable, taking into consideration the safety of the ship and the prevailing conditions
		.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved simulator training, where appropriate
	Ability to explain how to avoid the detrimental effects on bulk carriers of corrosion, fatigue and inadequate cargo handling
		using: stability, trim and stress tables, diagrams and stress-calculating equipment
Carriage of dangerous goods	International regulations, standards, codes and recommendations on the carriage of dangerous cargoes, including the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code and the International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Planned distribution of cargo is based on reliable information and is in accordance with established guidelines and legislative requirements
		.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved simulator training, where appropriate
			Information on dangers, hazards and special requirements is recorded in a format suitable for easy reference in the event of an incident
	Carriage of dangerous, hazardous and harmful cargoes; precautions during loading and unloading and care during the voyage	.3 approved specialist training
FUNCTION: CONTROLLING THE OPERATION OF THE SHIP AND CARE FOR PERSONS ON BOARD AT THE OPERATIONAL LEVEL
Control trim, stability and stress	Understanding of fundamental principles of ship construction and the theories and factors affecting trim and stability and measures necessary to preserve trim and stability	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Stability and stress conditions are maintained within safe limits at all times
		.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved training ship experience;
	Knowledge of the effect on trim and stability of a ship in the event of damage to and consequent flooding of a compartment and countermeasures to be taken
		.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
	Knowledge of IMO recommendations concerning ship stability
Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements and measures to ensure safety of life at sea,	Knowledge of international maritime law embodied in international agreements and conventions	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Procedures for monitoring operations and maintenance comply with legislative requirements
	Regard shall be paid especially to the following subjects —	.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved training ship experience;	Potential non-compliance is promptly and fully identified
Security and the protection of the marine environment	.1 certificates and other documents required to be carried on board ships by international conventions, how they must be obtained and their period of validity;	.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate	Planned renewal and extension of certificates ensures continued validity of surveyed items and equipment


	.2 responsibilities under the relevant requirements of the International Convention on Load Lines
	.3 responsibilities under the relevant requirements of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea
	.4 responsibilities under the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships
	.5 maritime declarations of health and the requirements of the International Health Regulations
	.6 responsibilities under international instruments affecting the safety of the ship, passengers, crew and cargo
	.7 methods and aids to prevent pollution of the marine environment by ships
	.8 national Legislation for implementing international agreements and conventions
Maintain safety and security of the ship's crew and passengers and the operational condition of life-saving, firefighting and other safety systems	A thorough knowledge of life-saving appliance regulations (International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea)	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from practical instruction and approved in-service training and experience	Procedures for monitoring fire-detection and safety systems ensure that all alarms are detected promptly and acted upon in accordance with established emergency procedures
	Organization of fire and abandon ship drills
	Maintenance of operational condition of life-saving, firefighting and other safety systems
	Actions to be taken to protect and safeguard all persons on board in emergencies Actions to limit damage and salve the ship following a fire, explosion, collision or grounding
Develop emergency and damage control plans and handle emergency situations	Preparation of contingency plans for response to emergencies	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from approved in-service training and experience	Emergency procedures are in accordance with the established plans for emergency situations
	Ship construction, including damage control
	Methods and aids for fire prevention, of keeping an unmanageable ship out of trough of the sea, lessening drift and use of oil;
	.13 precautions in manoeuvring to launch rescue boats or survival craft in bad weather; detection and extinction
	Functions and use of life-saving appliances
Use of leadership and managerial skill	Knowledge of shipboard personnel management and training	Assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The crew are allocated duties and informed of expected standards of work and behaviour in a manner appropriate to the individuals concerned
	A knowledge of related international maritime conventions and recommendations, and additional legislation	.1 approved training
		.2 approved in-service experience
	Ability to apply task and workload management, including —	.3 approved simulator training	Training objectives and activities are based on assessment of current competence and capabilities and operational requirements
	.1 planning and co-ordination
	.2 personnel assignment
	.3 time and resource constraints
	.4 prioritization		Operations are demonstrated to be in accordance with applicable rules
	Knowledge and ability to apply effective resource management —
	.1 allocation, assignment, and prioritization of resources		Operations are planned and resources are allocated as needed in correct priority to perform necessary tasks
	.2 effective communication on board and ashore
	.3 decisions reflect consideration of team experiences		Communication is clearly and unambiguously given and received
	.4 assertiveness and leadership, including motivation
			Effective leadership behaviours are demonstrated
	.5 obtaining and maintaining situation awareness
			Necessary team member(s) share accurate understanding of current and predicted vessel state and operational status and external environment
	Knowledge and ability to apply decision-making techniques —
	.1 situation and risk assessment
	.2 identify and generate options
			Decisions are most effective for the situation
	.3 selecting course of action
	.4 evaluation of outcome effectiveness		Operations are demonstrated to be effective and in accordance with applicable rules
	Development, implementation and oversight of standard operating procedures.
Organize and manage the provision of medical care on board	A thorough knowledge of the use and contents of the following publications:	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from approved training	Action taken and procedures followed correctly apply and make full use of advice available
	.1 International Medical Guide for Ships or equivalent national publications;
	.2 medical section of the International Code of Signals;
	.3 Medical First Aid Guide for Use in Accidents Involving Dangerous Goods

PART 10

(Regulation 33)

OFFICER IN CHARGE OF NAVIGATIONAL WATCH ON SEAGOING SHIP OF LESS THAN 500 GT ENGAGED ON
NEAR-COASTAL VOYAGES
FUNCTION: NAVIGATION AT THE OPERATIONAL LEVEL

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Plan and conduct a coastal passage and determine position	Navigation	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Information obtained from navigational charts and publications is relevant, interpreted correctly and properly applied
	Ability to determine the ship's position by the use of —
	.1 landmarks;	.1 approved in-service experience;
Note: Training and assessment in the use of ECDIS is not for those who serve exclusively on ships not fitted with ECDIS. These limitations shall be reflected in the endorsement issued to the seafarer concerned
	.2 aids to navigation, including lighthouses, beacons and buoys;	.2 approved training ship experience;	The primary method of fixing the ship's position is the most appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions
	.3 dead reckoning, taking into account winds, tides, currents and estimated speed	.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
	Thorough knowledge of an ability to use nautical charts and publications, such as sailing directions, tide tables, notices to mariners, radio navigational warnings and ships' routeing information	.4 approved laboratory equipment training	The position is determined within the limits of acceptable instruments or system errors
		Using: chart catalogues, charts, nautical publications, radio navigational warnings, sextant, azimuth mirror, electronic navigation equipment, echo-sounding equipment, compass
			The reliability of the information obtained from the primary method of position fixing is checked at appropriate intervals
	Reporting in accordance with General Principles for Ship Reporting Systems and with VTS procedures
	Note: This item is only required for certification as master	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following:	Calculations and measurements of navigational information are accurate
	Voyage planning and navigation for all conditions by acceptable methods of plotting coastal tracks, taking into account, e.g. —
		.1 approved training ship experience	Charts and publications selected are the largest scale on board suitable for the area of navigation and charts are corrected in accordance with the latest information available
		.2 approved ECDIS simulator training
	1 restricted waters
	.2 meteorological conditions	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved radar simulator
	.3 ice
	.4 restricted visibility
	.5 traffic separation schemes
	.6 vessel traffic service (VTS) areas
	.7 areas of extensive tidal effects		Performance checks and tests of navigation systems comply with manufacturer's recommendations, good navigational practice and IMO resolutions on performance standards for navigational equipment
	Note: This item is only required for certification as master
	Thorough knowledge of and ability to use ECDIS
	Navigational aids and equipment
	Ability to operate safely and determine the ship's position by use of all navigational aids and equipment commonly fitted on board the ships concerned
			Interpretation and analysis of information obtained from radar is in accordance with accepted navigational practice and takes account of the limits and accuracy levels of radar
	Compasses
	Knowledge of the errors and corrections of magnetic compasses
	Ability to determine errors of the compass, using terrestrial means, and to allow for such errors
			Errors in magnetic compasses are determined and applied correctly to courses and bearings
	Automatic pilot
	Knowledge of automatic pilot systems and procedures; change-over from manual to automatic control and vice versa; adjustment of controls for optimum performance
			Selection of the mode of steering is the most suitable for prevailing weather, sea and traffic conditions and intended manoeuvres
	Meteorology
	Ability to use and interpret information obtained from ship borne meteorological instruments		Measurements and observations of weather conditions are accurate and appropriate to the passage
	Knowledge of the characteristics of the various weather systems, reporting procedures and recording systems
			Meteorological information is evaluated and applied to maintain the safe passage of the vessel
	Ability to apply the meteorological information available
Maintain a safe navigational watch	Watchkeeping	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The conduct, handover and relief of the watch conforms with accepted principles and procedures
	Thorough knowledge of content, application and intent of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
		.1 approved in-service experience;
	Knowledge of content of the Principles to be observed in keeping a navigational watch	.2 approved training ship experience;	A proper look-out is maintained at all times and in conformity with accepted principles and procedures
	Use of routing in accordance with the General Provisions on Ships' Routing	.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
		.4 approved laboratory equipment training	Lights, shapes and sound signals conform with the requirements contained in the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea and are correctly recognized
			The frequency and extent of monitoring of traffic, the ship and the environment conforms with accepted principles and procedures
			Action to avoid close encounters and collision with other vessels is in accordance with the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
			Decisions to adjust course or speed are both timely and in accordance with accepted navigation procedures
			A proper record is maintained of movements and activities relating to the navigation of the ship
			Responsibility for safe navigation is clearly defined at all times, including periods when the master is on the bridge and when under pilotage
Respond to emergencies of accidents or illnesses that are likely to occur on board ship	Emergency procedures, including —	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The type and scale of the emergency is promptly identified
	.1 precautions for the protection and safety of passengers in emergency situations;
			Initial actions and, if appropriate, manoeuvring are in accordance with contingency plans and are appropriate to the urgency of the situation and the nature of the emergency
		.1 approved in-service experience;
	.2 initial assessment of following material damage and damage control;
		.2 approved training ship experience;
	.3 action to be taken following a collision	3 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
	.4 action to be taken following a grounding
		.4 practical instruction
	In addition, the should be included for certification as master —
	.1 emergency steering;
	.2 arrangements for towing and for being taken in tow
	.3 rescuing persons from the sea
	.4 assisting a vessel in distress
	.5 appreciation of the action to be taken when emergencies arise in port
Respond to a distress signal at sea	Search and rescue	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from practical instruction or approved simulator training, where appropriate	The distress or emergency is immediately recognized
	Knowledge of the contents of the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAM SAR) Manual
			Contingency plans and instructions in standing orders are implemented and complied with
Manoeuvre the ship and operate small ship power plants	Ship manoeuvring and handling	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following:	Safe operating limits of ship propulsion, steering and power systems are not exceeded in normal manoeuvres
	Knowledge of factors affecting safe manoeuvring and handling
		.1 approved in-service experience;
	The operation of small ship power plants and auxiliaries
		.2 approved training ship experience;	Adjustments made to the ship's course and speed maintain safety of navigation
	Proper procedures for anchoring and mooring
		.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
			Plant, auxiliary machinery and equipment is operated in accordance with technical specifications and within safe operating limits at all times
FUNCTION: CARGO HANDLING AND STOWAGE AT THE OPERATIONAL LEVEL
Monitor the loading, stowage, securing and unloading of cargoes and their care during the voyage	Cargo handling, stowage and securing	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Cargo operations are carried out in accordance with the cargo plan or other documents and established safety rules or regulations, equipment operating instructions and shipboard stowage limitations
	Knowledge of safe handling, stowage and securing of cargoes including dangerous hazardous and harmful cargoes and their effect on the safety of life and of the ship
		.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved training ship experience;
	Use of the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code	.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
			The handling of dangerous, hazardous and harmful cargoes complies with international regulations and recognized standards and codes of safe practice limitations
FUNCTION: CONTROLLING THE OPERATION OF THE SHIP AND CARE FOR PERSONS ON BOARD AT THE OPERATIONAL LEVEL
Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Ensure compliance with pollution-prevention requirements	Prevention of pollution of the marine environment and anti-pollution procedures	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following:	Procedures for monitoring shipboard operations and ensuring compliance with MARPOL requirements are fully observed
	Knowledge of the precautions to be taken to prevent pollution of the marine environment and anti-pollution procedures
		.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved training, ship experience
	Anti-pollution procedures and all associated equipment
Maintain seaworthiness of the ship	Ship stability	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following:	The stability conditions comply with the IMO intact stability criteria under all conditions of loading Actions to ensure and maintain the watertight integrity of the ship are in accordance with accepted practice
	Working knowledge and application of stability, trim and stress tables, diagrams and stress-calculating equipment Understanding of fundamental actions to be taken in the event of partial loss of intact buoyancy
		.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved training ship experience;
	Understanding of the fundamentals of watertight integrity	.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
	Ship construction	.4 approved laboratory equipment training
	General knowledge of the principal structural members of a ship and the proper names for the various parts
Prevent, control and fight fires on board	Fire prevention and firefighting appliances	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved firefighting training and experience as set out in Part 6	The type and scale of the problem is promptly identified and initial actions conform with the emergency procedures and contingency plans for the ship
	Ability to organize fire drills
	Knowledge of classes and chemistry of fire
	Knowledge of firefighting systems
	Understanding of action to be taken in the event of fire, including fires involving oil systems		Evacuation, emergency shutdown and isolation procedures are appropriate to the nature of the emergency and are implemented promptly
			The order of priority, and levels and time-scales of making reports and informing personnel on board, are relevant to the nature of the emergency and reflect the urgency of the problem
Operate life-saving appliances	Life-Saving	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved training and experience as set out in Part 15, paragraphs 1 to 4	Actions in responding to abandon ship and survival situations are appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions and comply with accepted safety practices and standards
	Ability to organize abandon ship drills and knowledge of the operation of survival craft and rescue boats, their launching appliances and arrangements, and their equipment including radio life-saving appliances, satellite EPIRBs, SARTs, immersion suits and thermal protective aids
Apply medical first aid on board ship	Medical aid	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved training as set out in Part 7, paragraphs 1 to 3	The identification of probable cause, nature and extent of injuries or conditions is prompt and treatment minimizes immediate threat to life
	Practical application of medical guides and advice by radio, including the ability to take effective action based on such knowledge in the case
Monitor compliance with legislative requirements	Basic working knowledge of the relevant IMO Conventions concerning safety of life at sea and protection of the marine environment	Assessment of evidence obtained from examination or approved training	Legislative requirements relating to safety of life at sea, security and protection of the marine environment are correctly identified
Contribute to the safety of personnel and ship	Knowledge of personal survival techniques	Assessment of evidence obtained and approved training and experiences as set out in section A-VI/1, paragraph 2	Appropriate safety and protective equipment is correctly used
	Knowledge of fire prevention and ability to fight and extinguish fires
			Procedures and safe working practices designed to safeguard personnel and the ship are observed at all times Procedures designed to safeguard the environment are observed at all times
	Knowledge of elementary first aid
	knowledge of personal safety and social responsibilities
			Initial and follow-up actions on becoming aware of an emergency conform with established emergency response procedures

PART 11

(Regulation 34)

RATINGS FORMING PART OF A NAVIGATIONAL WATCH FUNCTION: NAVIGATION AT THE SUPPORT LEVEL

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Steer the ship and comply with helm orders in the English language	Use of magnetic and gyro-compasses	Assessment of evidence obtained from —	A steady course is steered within acceptable limits having regard to the area of navigation and prevailing sea state. Alterations of course are smooth and controlled
	Helm orders	.1 practical test; or
	Change-over from automatic pilot to hand steering and vice versa	.2 approved in-service experience, or
		.3 approved training ship experience
			Communications are clear and concise at all times and orders are acknowledged in a seafarer-like manner
Keep a proper look-out by sight and hearing	Responsibilities of a look-out, including reporting the approximate bearing of a sound signal, light or other object in degrees or points	Assessment of evidence obtained from:	Sound signals, lights and other objects are promptly detected and their appropriate bearing in degrees or points, is reported to the officer of the watch
		.1 practical test; or
		.2 approved in-service experience, or
		.3 approved training ship experience
Contribute to monitoring and controlling a safe watch	Shipboard terms and definitions	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved in-service experience or approved training ship experience	Communications are clear and concise and advice or clarification is sought from the officer on watch where watch information or instructions are not clearly understood
	Use of appropriate internal communication and alarm systems
	Ability to understand orders and to communicate with the officer of the watch in matters relevant to watch keeping duties Procedures for the relief, maintenance and handover of a watch
			Maintenance, handover and relief of the watch is in conformity with accepted practices and procedures
	Information required to maintain a safe watch
	Basic environmental protection procedures
Operate emergency equipment and apply emergency procedures	Knowledge of emergency duties and alarm signals	Assessment of evidence obtained from demonstration and approved in-service experience or approved training ship experience	Initial action on becoming aware of an emergency or abnormal situations is in conformity with established practices and procedures
	Knowledge of pyrotechnic distress signals; satellite EPIRBs and SARTs
	Avoidance of false distress alerts and action to be taken in event of accidental activation
			Communications are clear and concise at all times and orders are acknowledged in a seafarer-like manner
			The integrity of emergency and distress alerting systems is maintained at all times

PART 12

(Regulation 35)

OFFICER IN CHARGE OF AN ENGINEERING WATCH IN MANNED ENGINE-ROOM OR DESIGNATED DUTY ENGINEER IN A PERIODICALLY UNMANNED ENGINE-ROOM

FUNCTION: MARINE ENGINEERING AT THE OPERATIONAL LEVEL

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Maintain a safe engineering watch	Thorough knowledge of Principles to be observed in keeping an engineering watch, including —	Assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The conduct, handover and relief of the watch conforms with accepted principles and procedures
	.1 duties associated with taking over and accepting a watch;	.1 approved in-service experience; of remote or automatic to local control of all systems
	.2 routine duties undertaken during a watch;		The frequency and extent of monitoring of engineering equipment and systems conforms to manufacturers' recommendations and accepted principles and procedures, including Principles to be observed in keeping an engineering watch proper record is maintained of the movements and activities relating to the ship's engineering systems
	.3 maintenance of the machinery space log-book and the significance of the readings taken;
	.4 duties associated with handing over a watch	.2 approved training ship experience;
		.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
	Safety and emergency procedures; change-over of remote or automatic to local control of all systems
		.4 approved laboratory equipment training
	Safety precautions to be observed during a watch and immediate actions to be taken in the event of fire or accident, with particular reference to oil systems
		Assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —
	Engine-room resource management	.1 approved training
		.2 approved in-service experience
		.3 approved simulator training	Resources are allocated and assigned as needed in correct priority to perform necessary tasks
	Knowledge of engine-room resource management principles, including —
	.1 allocation, assignment, and prioritization of resources
			Communication is clearly and unambiguously given and received
	.2 effective communication
	.3 assertiveness and leadership		Questionable decisions or actions result in appropriate challenge and response
	.4 obtaining and maintaining situational awareness
	.5 consideration of team experience
			Effective leadership behaviours are identified
			Team member(s) share accurate understanding of current and predicted engine-room and associated systems state, and external environment
Use English in written and oral form	Adequate knowledge of the English language to enable the officer to use engineering publications and to perform engineering duties	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from practical instruction	English language publications relevant to engineering duties are correctly interpreted
			Communications are clear and understood
Use internal communication systems	Operation of all internal communication systems on board	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Transmission and reception of messages are consistently successful
		.1 approved in-service experience	Communication records are complete, accurate and comply with statutory requirements
		.2 approved training ship experience
		.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
		.4 approved laboratory equipment training
Operate main and auxiliary machinery and associated control systems	Basic construction and operation principles of machinery systems, including —	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Construction and operating mechanisms can be understood and explained with drawings/instructions
	.1 marine diesel engine	.1 approved in-service experience:
	.2 marine steam turbine		Operations are planned and carried out in accordance with operating manuals, established rules and procedures to ensure safety of operations and avoid pollution of the marine environment
	.3 marine gas turbine	.2 approved training ship experience
	.4 marine boiler
	.5 shafting installations, including propeller	.3 approved laboratory equipment training
	.6 other auxiliaries, including various pumps, air compressor, purifier, fresh water generator, heat exchanger, refrigeration, air-conditioning and ventilation systems	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —
		.1 approved engine and associated auxiliaries	Deviations from the norm are promptly identified
		.2 approved training ship experience
	.7 steering gear		The output of plant and engineering systems consistently meets requirements, including bridge orders relating to changes in speed and direction
	.8 automatic control systems	.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
	.9 fluid flow and characteristics of lubricating oil, fuel oil and cooling systems
		.4 approved laboratory equipment training
	.10 deck machinery
	Safety and emergency procedures for operation of propulsion plant machinery, including control systems Preparation, operation, fault detection and necessary measures to prevent damage for the following machinery items and control systems —		The causes of machinery malfunctions are promptly identified and actions are designed to ensure the overall safety of the ship and the plant, having regard to the prevailing circumstances and conditions
	.1 main engine and associated auxiliaries
	.2 steam boiler and associated auxiliaries and steam systems
	.3 auxiliary prime movers and associated systems
	.4 other auxiliaries, including refrigeration, air-conditioning and ventilation systems
Operate fuel, lubrication, ballast and other pumping systems and associated control systems	Operational characteristics of pumps and piping systems	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Operations are planned and carried out in accordance with operating manuals, established rules and procedures to ensure safety of operations and avoid pollution of the marine environment
	Operation of pumping systems —
	.1 routine pumping operations	.1 approved in-service experience
	.2 operation of bilge, ballast and cargo pumping systems	.2 approved training ship experience
	Oily-water separators (or similar equipment) requirements and operation	.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate	Deviations from the norm are promptly identified and appropriate action is taken
		.4 approved laboratory equipment training
FUNCTION: ELECTRICAL, ELECTRONIC AND CONTROL ENGINEERING AT THE OPERATIONAL LEVEL
Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Operate electrical, electronic and control systems	Basic configuration and operation principles of the following electrical, electronic and control equipment —	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Operations are planned and carried out in accordance with operating manuals, established rules and procedures to ensure safety of operations
	.1 electrical equipment —	.1 approved in-service experience
	.a generator and distribution systems
		.2 approved training ship experience.	Electrical, electronic and control systems can be understood and explained with drawing or instructions
	.b preparing, starting, paralleling and changing over generators
		3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
	.c electrical motors including starting methodologies	.4 approved laboratory equipment training
	.d high-voltage installations
	.e sequential control circuits and associated system devices
	.2 electronic equipment —
	.a characteristics of basic electronic circuit elements
	.b flowchart for automatic and control systems
	.c functions, characteristics and features of control systems for machinery items, including main propulsion plant operation control and steam boiler automatic controls
	.3 control systems —
	.a various automatic control methodologies and characteristics
	.b Proportional-Integral Derivative (PID) control characteristics and associated system devices for process control
	Safety requirements for working on shipboard electrical systems, including the safe isolation of electrical equipment required before personnel are permitted to work on such equipment	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Safety measures for working are appropriate
			Selection and use of hand tools, measuring instruments, and testing equipment are appropriate and interpretation of results is accurate
		.1 approved workshop skills training
	Maintenance and repair of electrical system equipment, switchboards, electric motors, generator and DC electrical systems and equipment	.2 approved practical experience and tests
		.3 approved in-service experience
			Dismantling, inspection, repairing and reassembling equipment are in accordance with manuals and good practice
	Detection of electric malfunction, location of faults and measures to prevent damage	.4 approved training ship experience
	Construction and operation of electrical testing and measuring equipment		Reassembling and performance testing is in accordance with manuals and good practice
Maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic equipment	Function and performance tests of the following equipment and their configuration —
	1 monitoring systems
	.2 automatic control devices
	.3 protective devices
	The interpretation of electrical and simple electronic diagrams
Appropriate use of hand tools, machine tools and measuring instruments for fabrication and repair on board	Characteristics and limitations of materials used in construction and repair of ships and equipment	Assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Identification of important parameters for fabrication of typical ship-related components is appropriate
	Characteristics and limitations of processes used for fabrication and repair	.1 approved workshop skills training;
			Selection of materials is appropriate
	Properties and parameters considered in the fabrication and repair of systems and components	.2 approved practical experience and tests;
			Fabrication is to designated tolerances
		.3 approved in-service experience
	Methods for carrying out safe emergency or temporary repairs		Use of equipment and hand tools, machine tools and measuring instruments is appropriate and safe
		.4 approved training ship experience
	Safety measures to be taken to ensure a safe working environment and for using hand tools, machine tools and measuring instruments
	Use of hand tools, machine tools and measuring instruments
	Use of various types of sealants and packings
Maintenance and repair of shipboard machinery and equipment	Safety measures to be taken for repair and maintenance, including the safe isolation of shipboard machinery and equipment required before personnel are permitted to work on such machinery of equipment	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Safety procedures followed are appropriate
			Selection of tools and spare gear is appropriate
		.1 approved workshop skills training
	Maintenance and repair, such as dismantling, adjustment and reassembling, adjustment and resembling of machinery and equipment	.2 approved practical experience and tests. .3 approved in-service experience .4 approved training ship experience	Dismantling, inspecting, repairing and reassembling equipment is in accordance with manuals and good practice Re-commissioning and performance with manuals and good practice Selection of materials and parts is appropriate
	The use of appropriate specialized tools and measuring instruments
	Design characteristics and selection of materials in construction of equipment
	Interpretation of machinery drawings and handbooks
	The interpretation of piping, hydraulic and pneumatic diagrams
FUNCTION: CONTROLLING THE OPERATION OF THE SHIP AND CARE FOR PERSONS ON BOARD AT THE OPERATIONAL LEVEL
Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Ensure compliance with pollution-prevention requirements	Prevention of pollution of the marine environment	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Procedures for monitoring shipboard operations and ensuring compliance with MARPOL requirements are fully observed
	Knowledge of the precautions to be taken to prevent pollution of the marine environment
		.1 approved in-service experience;
	Anti-pollution procedures and all associated equipment	.2 approved training ship experience	Actions to ensure that a positive environmental reputation is maintained
		.3 approved training
Maintain seaworthiness of the ship	Ship stability	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The stability conditions comply with the IMO intact stability criteria under all conditions of loading
	Working knowledge and application of stability, trim and stress tables, diagrams and stress-calculating equipment Understanding of the fundamentals of watertight integrity
		.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved training ship experience;	Actions to ensure and maintain the watertight integrity of the ship are in accordance with accepted practice
	Understanding of fundamental actions to be taken in the event of partial loss of intact buoyancy	.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate;
		.4 approved laboratory equipment training
	Ship construction
	General knowledge of the principal structural members of a ship and the proper names for the various parts
Prevent, control and fight fires on board	Fire prevention and firefighting appliances	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved firefighting training and experience as set out in Part	The type and scale of the problem is promptly identified and initial actions conform with the emergency procedure and contingency plans for the ship
	Ability to organize fire drills
	Knowledge of classes and chemistry of fire
	Knowledge of fire-fighting systems
	Action to be taken in the event of fire, including fires involving oil system		Evacuation, emergency shutdown and isolation procedures are appropriate to the nature of the emergency and are implemented promptly
			The order of priority, and the levels and time-scales of making reports and informing personnel on board, are relevant to the nature of the emergency and reflect the urgency of the problem
Operate life-saving appliances	Life-saving	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved training and experience as set out in Part 15, paragraphs 1 to 4	Actions in responding to abandon ship and survival situations are appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions and comply with accepted safety practices and standards
	Ability to organize abandon ship drills and knowledge of the operation of survival craft, rescue boats, launching appliances, arrangements, and the equipment, including radio life-saving appliances, satellite EPIRBs, SARTs, immersion suits and thermal protective aids
Apply medical first aid on board ship	Medical aid	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved training as set out in Part 7, paragraphs 1 to 3	Identification of probable cause, nature and extent of injuries or conditions is prompt and treatment minimizes immediate threat to life.
	Practical application of medical guides and advice by radio, including the ability to take effective action based on such knowledge in the case of accidents or illnesses that are likely to occur on board ship
Monitor compliance with legislative requirements	Basic working knowledge of the relevant IMO conventions concerning safety of life at sea, security and protection of the marine environment	Assessment of evidence obtained from examination or approved training	Legislative requirements relating to safety of life at sea, security and protection of the marine environment are correctly identified
Application of leadership and team working skills	Working knowledge of shipboard personnel management and training	Assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The crew are allocated duties and informed of inspected standards of work and behaviour in a manner appropriate to the individuals concerned
	A knowledge of related international maritime conventions and recommendations, and national legislation	.1 approved training
		.2 approved in-service experience
		.3 practical demonstration	Training objectives and activities are based on assessment of current competence and capabilities and operational requirements.
	Ability to apply task and workload management including —
	.1 planning and co-ordination
	.2 personnel assignment		Operations are demonstrated to be in accordance with applicable rules
	.3 time and resource constraints
	.4 prioritization		Operations are planned and resources are allocated as needed in correct priority to perform necessary tasks
	Knowledge and ability to apply effective resource management —
	.1 allocation, assignment, and prioritization of resources
			Communications is clearly and unambiguously given and received
	.2 effective communication on board and ashore
	.3 decisions reflect consideration of team experiences		Effective leadership behaviours are demonstrated
	.4 assertiveness and leadership, including motivation		Necessary team member(s) share accurate understanding of current and predicted vessel state and operational status and external environment
	.5 obtaining and maintaining situational awareness
	Knowledge and ability to apply decision-making techniques —
			Decisions are most effective for the situation
	.1 situation and risk assessment
	.2 identify and consider generated options
	.3 selecting course of action
	.4 evaluation of outcome effectiveness
Contribute to the safety of personnel and ship	Knowledge of personal survival techniques	Assessment of evidence obtained from approved training and experience as set out in Part 2 paragraph 2	Appropriate and protective equipment is correctly used
	Knowledge of fire prevention and ability to fight and extinguish fires
			Procedures and safe working practices designed to safeguard personnel and the ship are observed at all times
	Knowledge of elementary first aid
	Knowledge of personal safety and social responsibilities
			Procedures designed to safeguard the environment are observed at all times
			Initial and follow-up actions on becoming aware of an emergency conform with established emergency response procedures
Manage the operation of propulsion plant machinery	Design features, and operative mechanism of the following machinery and associated auxiliaries:	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Explanation and understanding of design features and operating mechanisms are appropriate
	.1 marine diesel engine	.1 approved in-service experience
	.2 marine steam turbine
	.3 marine gas turbine	.2 approved training ship experience
	.4 marine steam boiler
		.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
		.4 approved laboratory equipment training

PART 13

(Regulation 36)

CHIEF ENGINEER OFFICERS AND SECOND ENGINEER OFFICERS ON SHIPS POWERED BY MAIN PROPULSION MACHINERY OF 3,000 KW PROPULSION POWER OR MORE

FUNCTION: MARINE ENGINEERING AT THE MANAGEMENT LEVEL

Column 1		Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence		Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Manage the operation of propulsion plant machinery		Design features, and following mechanism of the following machinery and associated auxiliaries —	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Explanation and understanding of design features and operating mechanisms are appropriate
		.1 marine diesel engine	.1 approved in-service experience
		.2 marine steam turbine
		.3 marine gas turbine	.2 approved training ship experience
		.4 marine steam boiler
			.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
			.4 approved laboratory equipment training
Plan and schedule operations	Theoretical knowledge		Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The planning and preparation of operations is suited to the design parameters of the power installation and to the requirements of the voyage
	Thermodynamics and heat transmission
	Mechanics and hydromechanics
			.1 approved in-service experience
	Propulsive characteristics of diesel engines, steam and gas turbines, including speed, output and fuel consumption
			.2 approved training ship experience;
			.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
	Heat cycle, thermal efficiency and heat balance of the following —
			.4 approved laboratory equipment training
	.1 marine diesel engine
	.2 marine steam turbine
	.3 marine gas turbine
	.4 marine steam boiler
	Refrigerators and refrigeration cycle		Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The methods of preparing for the start-up and of making available fuels, lubricants, cooling water and air are the most appropriate
	Physical and chemical properties of fuels and lubricants
			.1 approved in-service experience
	Technology of materials
Operation, surveillance, performance	Naval architecture and ship construction, including damage control		.2 approved training ship experience	Checks of pressures, temperatures and revolutions during the start-up and warm-up period are in accordance with technical specifications and agreed work plans
			.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
	Practical Knowledge
	Start up and shut down assessment and maintaining safety of propulsion plant and auxiliary machinery
			.4 approved laboratory equipment training
	Functions and mechanism of automatic control for auxiliary machinery including but not limited to —			Surveillance of main propulsion plant and auxiliary systems is sufficient to maintain safe operating conditions
	.1 generator distribution systems
	.2 steam boilers			The methods of preparing the shutdown, or supervising the cooling down of the engine are the most appropriate
	.3 oil purifier
	.4 refrigeration system
	.5 pumping and piping systems
	.6 steering gear system
	.7. cargo-handling equipment and deck machinery main propulsion and auxiliary machinery, including associated systems			The methods of measuring the load capacity of the engines are in accordance with technical specifications
				Performance is checked against bridge orders
				Performance levels are in accordance with technical specifications
Manage fuel lubrication and ballast operations	Operation and maintenance of machinery, including pumps and piping systems		Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Fuel and ballast operations meet operational requirements and are carried out so as to prevent pollution of the marine environment
			.1 approved in-service experience;
			.2 approved training ship experience;
			.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
Manage operation of electrical and electronic control equipment	Theoretical knowledge		Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Operation of equipment and system is in accordance with operating manuals
	Marine electro technology, electronics, power electronics, automatic control engineering and safety devices
			.1 approved in-service experience	Performance levels are in accordance with technical specifications
	Design features and system configurations of automatic control equipment and safety devices for the following —		.2 approved training ship experience
			.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
	.1 main engine
	.2 generator and distribution system		.4 approved laboratory equipment training
	.3 steam boiler
	Design features and system configurations of operational control equipment for electrical motors
	Design features of high-voltage installations
	Features of hydraulic and pneumatic control equipment
Manage trouble-shooting, restoration of electrical and electronic control equipment to operating condition	Practical knowledge		Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Maintenance activities are correctly planned in accordance with technical, legislative, safety and procedural specifications
	Troubleshooting of electrical and electronic control equipment
	Function test of electrical, electronic control equipment and safety devices		.1 approved in-service experience
			.2 approved training ship experience	Inspection, testing and troubleshooting of equipment are appropriate
	Troubleshooting of monitoring systems
			.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
	Software version control
			.4 approved laboratory equipment training
Manage safe and effective maintenance and repair procedures	Theoretical Knowledge		Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Maintenance activities are correctly planned and carried out in accordance with technical, legislative, safety and procedural specifications
	Marine engineering practice
	Practical knowledge
	Manage safe and effective maintenance and repair procedures
			.1 approved in-service ship experience
	Planning maintenance, including statutory and class verifications		.2 approved training ship experience	Appropriate plans, specifications, materials and equipment are available for maintenance and repair
			.3 approved workshop training
	Planning repairs
				Action taken leads to the restoration of plant by the most suitable method
Detect and identify the cause of machinery malfunctions and correct faults	Practical knowledge		Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	The methods of comparing actual operating conditions are in accordance with recommended practices and procedures
	Detection of machinery malfunction, location of faults and action to prevent damage
	Inspection and adjustment of equipment		.1 approved in-service experience
	Non-destructive examination		.2 approved training ship experience	Actions and decisions are in accordance with recommended operating specifications and limitations
			.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
			.4 approved laboratory equipment training
Ensure safe working practices	Practical knowledge		Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Working practices are in accordance with legislative requirements, codes of practice, permits to work and environmental concerns
	Safe working practices
			.1 approved in-service experience
			.2 approved training ship experience
			.3 approved laboratory equipment training
FUNCTION: CONTROLLING THE OPERATION OF THE SHIP AND CARE FOR PERSONS ON BOARD AT THE MANAGEMENT LEVEL
Column 1	Column 2		Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency		Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Control trim, stability and stress	Understanding of fundamental principles of ship construction and the theories and factors affecting trim and stability and measures necessary to preserve trim and stability		Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Stability and stress conditions are maintained within safety limits at all times
			.1 approved in-service experience;
	Knowledge of the effect on trim and stability of a ship in the event of damage to, and consequent flooding of, a compartment and counter measures to be taken		.2 approved training ship experience;
			.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
	Knowledge of IMO recommendations concerning ship stability
Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements and measures to ensure safety of life at sea, and protection of the marine environment	Knowledge of relevant international maritime law embodied in international agreements and conventions		Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Procedures for monitoring operations and maintenance comply with legislative requirements
	Regard shall be paid especially to the following subjects —		.1 approved in-service experience;
			.2 approved training ship experience;	Potential non-compliance is promptly and fully identified
	.1 certificates and other documents required to be carried on board ships by international conventions, how they may be obtained and the period of their legal validity;
			.3 approved simulator training, where appropriate
				Requirements for renewal and extension of certificates ensure continued validity of survey items and equipment
	.2 responsibilities under the relevant requirements of the international Convention on Load Lines
	.3 responsibilities under the relevant requirements of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea
	.4 responsibilities under the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships
	.5 maritime declarations of health and the requirements of the International Health Regulations
	.6 responsibilities under international instruments affecting the safety of the ships, passengers, crew or cargo
	.7 methods and aids to prevent pollution of the environment by ships
	.8 knowledge of national legislation for implementing international agreements and conventions
Maintain safety and security of the vessel, crew and passengers and the operational condition of life-saving, firefighting and other safety systems	A thorough knowledge of life-saving appliance regulations (International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea)		Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from practical instruction and approved in-service training and experience	Procedures for monitoring fire-detection and safety systems ensure that all alarms are detected promptly and acted upon in accordance with established emergency procedures
	Organization of fire and abandon ship drills
	Maintenance of operational condition of life-saving, firefighting and other safety systems
	Actions to be taken to protect and safeguard all persons on board in emergencies
	Actions to limit damage and salve the ship following fire, explosion, collision or grounding
Develop emergency and damage control plans and handle emergency situations	Ship construction, including damage control		Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from approved in-service training and experience	Emergency procedures are in accordance with the established plans for emergency situations
	Methods and aids for fire prevention, detection and extinction
	Functions and use of life-saving appliances
Use leadership and managerial skills	A knowledge of shipboard personnel management and training A knowledge of international maritime conventions and recommendations, and related national legislation		Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from approved in-service training and experience	The crew are allocated duties and informed of expected standards of work and behaviour in a manner appropriate to the individuals concerned Training objectives and activities are based on an assessment of current competence and capabilities and operational requirements
	Ability to apply task and workload management, including —
	.1 planning and coordination
	.2 personnel assignment
	.3 time and resource constraints
				Operations are demonstrated to be in accordance with applicable rules
	.4 prioritization
	Knowledge and ability to apply effective resource management —
				Operations are planned and resources are allocated as needed in correct priority to perform necessary tasks
	.1 allocation, assignment, and prioritization of resources
	.2 effective communication on board and ashore
				Communication is clearly and unambiguously given and received Effective leadership behaviours are demonstrated
	.3 decisions reflect consideration of team experience.
	4 assertiveness and leadership, including motivation
				Necessary team member(s) share accurate understanding of current and predicted vessel state and operational status and external environment
	.5 obtaining and maintaining situation awareness
	Knowledge and ability to apply decision-making techniques —
	.1 situation and risk assessment			Decisions are most effective for the situation
	.2 identify and generate options
				Operations are demonstrated to be effective and in accordance with applicable rules
	.3 select course of action
	.4 evaluation of outcome effectiveness
	Development, implementation, and oversight of standard operating procedures

PART 14

(Regulation 38)

RATINGS FORMING PART OF AN ENGINEERING WATCH

FUNCTION: MARINE ENGINEERING AT THE SUPPORT LEVEL

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Carry out a watch routine appropriate to the duties of a rating forming part of an engine room watch	Terms used in machinery spaces and names of machinery and equipment	Assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Communications are clear and concise and advice or clarification is sought from the officer of the watch where watch information or instructions are not clearly understood
	Engine-room watch keeping procedures
		.1 approved in-service experience;
	Safe working practices as related to engine-room operations
		.2 approved training ship experience;
Understand orders and be understood in matters relevant to watch keeping duties
	Basic environmental protection procedures	.3 practical test	Maintenance, handover and relief of the watch is in conformity with accepted principles and procedures
	Use of appropriate internal communication system
	Engine-room alarm systems and ability to distinguish between the various alarms, with special reference to fire-extinguishing gas alarms
For keeping a boiler watch:	Safe operation of boilers	Assessment of evidence obtained from one or more of the following —	Assessment of boiler condition is accurate and based on relevant information available from local and remote indicators and physical inspection
Maintain the correct water levels and steam pressures
		.1 approved in-service experience;
		.2 approved training ship experience; or
			The sequence and timing of adjustments maintains safety and optimum efficiency
		.3 practical test
		.4 approved simulator training, where appropriate
Operate emergency equipment and apply emergency procedures	Knowledge of emergency duties	Assessment of evidence obtained from demonstration and approved in-service experience or approved training ship experience	Initial action on becoming aware of an emergency or abnormal situation conforms with established procedures
	Escape routes from machinery spaces
	Familiarity with the location and use of firefighting equipment in the machinery spaces
			Communications are clear and concise at all times and orders are acknowledged in a seafarer like manner

PART 15

(Regulation 39)

SURVIVAL CRAFT AND RESCUE BOATS OTHER THAN FAST RESCUE BOATS

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Take charge of a survival craft rescue boat during and after launch	Construction and outfit of survival craft and rescue boats and individual items of their equipment	Assessment of evidence obtained from practical demonstration of ability to —	Preparation, boarding, launching and operation of fast rescue boats is within equipment limitations and enable survival craft to clear the ship safety
	Particular characteristics and facilities of survival craft and rescue boats	.1 right an inverted life raft while wearing a lifejacket;
	Various types of devices used for launching survival craft and rescue boats	.2 interpret the markings on survival crafts as to the number of persons they are intended to carry;
			Initial actions on leaving the ship minimize threat to survival
	Methods of launching survival craft into a rough sea
	Methods of recovering survival craft	.3 give correct commands for launching and boarding survival craft, clearing the ship and handling and disembarking persons from survival craft;	Recovery of survival craft and rescue boats is within equipment limitations
	Action to be taken after leaving the ship
	Methods of launching and recovering rescue boats in a rough sea		Equipment in operation in accordance with manufacturers institutions for release and resetting
	Dangers associated with use of on-load release devices	.4 prepare and safely launch survival craft and clear the ship's side quickly and operate off-load and on-load release devices;
	Knowledge of maintenance procedures
		.5 Safely recover survival craft and rescue boats including the proper resetting of the off-load and on-load release devices using: inflatable life raft and open or enclosed lifeboat with inboard engine or approved simulator training where appropriate
Operate a survival craft engine	Methods of starting and operating a survival craft engine and its accessories together with the fire extinguisher provided	Assessment of evidence obtained from practical demonstration of ability to start and operate an inboard engine fitted in an open or enclosed lifeboat	Propulsion is available and maintained as required for manoeuvring
Manage survivors and survival craft after abandoning ship	Handling survival craft in rough weather	Assessment evidence obtained from practical demonstration of ability to —	Survival management is appropriate to prevailing circumstances and conditions
	Use of painter, sea-anchor and all other equipment
	Appointment of food and water in survival craft	.1 row and steer a boat and steer by compass;
	Action taken to maximize detestability and location of survival craft
		.2 use individual items of equipment of survival craft;
	Method of helicopter rescue
	Effects of hypothermia and its prevention: use of protective covers and garments, including immersion suits and thermal protective aids	.3 rig devices to aid location
	Use of rescue boats and motor lifeboats for marshalling life rafts and rescue of survivors and persons in the sea
	Beach survival craft
Use locating devices, including communication and signalling apparatus and pyrotechnics	Radio life-saving appliances carried in survival craft, including satellite EPIRBs and SARTs	Assessment of evidence obtained from practical demonstration of ability to —	Use and choice of communication and signalling apparatus is appropriate to prevailing circumstances and conditions
	Pyrotechnic distress signals	.1 use portable radio equipment for survival craft;
		.2 use signalling equipment, including pyrotechnics
Apply first aid to survivors	Use of the first-aid kit and resuscitation techniques	Assessment of evidence from practical demonstration of ability to deal with injured persons both during and after abandonment, using first-aid kit and resuscitation techniques	Identification of the probable cause, nature and extent of injuries or condition is prompt and accurate
	Management of injured persons, including control of bleeding and shock
			Priority and sequence of treatment minimizes any threat to life

PART 16

(Regulation 40)

GLOBAL MARITIME DISTRESS AND SAFETY SYSTEM RADIO OPERATORS

FUNCTION: RADIO-COMMUNICATIONS AT THE OPERATIONAL LEVEL

Column 1	Column 2	Column 3	Column 4
Competence	Knowledge, understanding and proficiency	Methods for demonstrating competence	Criteria for evaluating competence
Transmit and receive information using GMDSS subsystems and equipment and fulfilling the functional requirements of GMDSS	In addition to the requirements of the Radio Regulations, a knowledge of —	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from practical demonstration of operational procedures using —	Transmission and reception of communications comply with international regulations and procedures and are carried out efficiently and effectively
	.1 search and rescue radio communications, including procedures in the International Aeronautical and Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual; .2 the means to prevent the transmission of false distress alerts and the procedures to mitigate the effects of such alerts;	.1 approved equipment;
		.2 Global maritime distress and safety system communication simulator, where appropriate;
		.3 radio communication laboratory equipment	English language messages relevant to the safety of the ship, security and persons on board and protection of the marine environment are correctly handled


	.3 Ship reporting systems;
	.4 radio medical services;
	.5 use of the International Code of Signals and the IMO Standard Marine Communication phases
	.6 the English language, both written and spoken, for the communication relevant to safety of life at sea
	Note: This requirement may be reduced in the case of the Restricted Radio Operator's Certificate
Provide radio services in emergencies	The provision of radio services in emergencies such as —	Examination and assessment of evidence obtained from practical demonstration of operational procedures using —	Response is carried out efficiently and effectively
	.1 abandon ship
	.2 fire on board ship
	.3 partial or full breakdown of radio installations	1. approved equipment;
	.3 partial or full breakdown of radio installations	2. GMDSS communication simulator, where appropriate
	Preventive measures for the safety of ship and personnel in connection with hazards related to radio equipment, including electrical and non-ionizing radiation hazards	2. GMDSS communication simulator, where appropriate
		3. radio communication laboratory equipment