mntbmerchant navy training board

deck cadet training manual

january 2005

Contents

Introduction....................................................................................................1

Section 1.........................................................................................................3mntb approved training programmes - overview ......................................................3

Main elements..................................................................................................................................3The main roles and responsibilities of those involved in delivery of approved programmes ............4

Section 2.........................................................................................................5The HND programme for deck cadets......................................................................5

Section 3.........................................................................................................7Each phase in detail .................................................................................................7

Phase 1: Pre-sea training (first college phase).........................................................8

Phase 2: First sea phase........................................................................................10

Phase 3: Second college phase .............................................................................12

Phase 4: Second sea phase...................................................................................14

Phase 5: Third college phase.................................................................................16

Phase 6: Third sea phase.......................................................................................18

Phase 7: Fourth (and final) college phase..............................................................20

Appendix 1..................................................................................................1–1Underpinning Knowledge National/Scottish Vocational Qualification Level 2 Marine Vessel Support .....................................................................................................1–1

Appendix 2..................................................................................................2–1MNTB Training Portfolio (extracts) .......................................................................2–1

Appendix 3..................................................................................................3–1Order of work - first sea phase .............................................................................3–1

Appendix 4..................................................................................................4–1Underpinning Knowledge National/Scottish Vocational Qualification Level 3 Marine Vessel Operations ....................................................................................4–1

Appendix 5..................................................................................................5–1Order of work – second and third sea phases......................................................5–1

Appendix 6..................................................................................................6–1Underpinning Knowledge National/Scottish Vocational Qualification Level 4 Marine Vessel Operations ....................................................................................6–1

Appendix 7..................................................................................................7–1Example Report Forms.........................................................................................7–1

i

Introduction

This manual provides detailed information for the benefit of ship’s staff and staff in shipping companies and colleges involved in the training of cadets following trainingprogrammes developed by the Merchant Navy Training Board (MNTB) and approved by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA).

Most cadets will be enrolled on courses at a nautical college and/or university that lead to a nationally recognised educational qualification, such as Higher NationalDiploma (HND) or a first degree, or they could be following an accelerated course designed for post-graduate entrants. This means that the content and duration of the shore-based learning and its timing within the overall programme will vary according to the particular course being followed. However, the core knowledge required for MCA certification and the requirements for planned training aboard ship are the same for all cadets.

This manual describes the arrangements for the HND programme in Nautical Science. The arrangements for other programmes will be covered in a separate document.

Section 1 provides an overview of MNTB approved programmes;

Section 2 outlines the HND cadet scheme;

Section 3 gives details of each stage of the HND scheme.

The syllabus followed by cadets as part of their college-based studies and extracts from the Training Portfolio used by cadets as the basis for planned training at sea appear in detailed Appendices.

This manual should be used in conjunction with a related publication “PlannedTraining at Sea – Guidance for Companies and Seagoing Officers”, which explains the basic principles and the general arrangements that need to be followed in the interests of assuring the quality and effectiveness of shipboard training andcomplying with MCA requirements.

The majority of trainees following planned training schemes will be engaged aboard ship in a supernumerary capacity, over and above the normal crew complement, and designated as cadets. For this reason, the term cadet is used in this guidance.However the basic principles apply equally to all such trainees, including experienced seafarers, and the term cadet should be construed accordingly.

1

2

Section 1

mntb approved training programmes - overview All training programmes approved by the MNTB follow a sandwich pattern with alternating periods of sea service and college-based work. The various phases cover all the requirements needed for certification through an integrated andprogressive pattern of education, training and practical experience.

For officer cadets, the training is part of a wider programme that includes studiesleading to achievement of nationally recognised educational qualifications such as a Higher National Diploma (HND) or a first degree. Training is based on National/Scottish Vocational Qualifications (N/SVQ) and statutory requirements for MCA certificates of competency.

Main elements The main elements of each programme are:

� college-based studies: the periods at college are utilised to develop the skills,knowledge and understanding required for certificates of competency andachievement of an HND in Nautical Science or Marine Engineering or a first degree. Success in these studies will earn exemptions from the MCA writtenexaminations for officer of the watch certificates of competency and may alsoqualify for further exemptions for higher grade certificates of competency.

� ancillary training: this forms a supplementary part of the college-based work. It covers training in safety and technical subjects such as Basic Training (personalsurvival techniques, elementary first aid, fire prevention and fire fighting, personalsafety and social responsibilities), Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats, Advanced Fire Fighting, Medical First Aid; Workshop Skills (engineer cadetsonly); and, for deck cadets, Efficient Deck Hand (EDH), GMDSS (GOC), Navigation, Radar and ARPA simulator training (operational level) and signals.

� planned training at sea: the MNTB attaches prime importance to the development of skills, knowledge and experience during the periods of sea going service. This will be achieved through progressive planned and directed training on board that is:

- an integral part of the overall training programme;

- documented in a Training Portfolio approved by the MNTB;

- managed and co-ordinated by the sponsoring company or training organisation. Where the sponsoring organisation is not a companyowning or managing ships, this responsibility is to be undertaken in conjunction with the companies that manage the ships on which the sea-going service is to be performed;

- delivered aboard ships where the quality of training can be monitored,supported and supervised by personnel who have an understanding of thetraining programme and its specific objectives and are qualified in the work for which training is being undertaken.

3

The

mai

n ro

les

and

resp

onsi

bilit

ies

of th

ose

invo

lved

in d

eliv

ery

of a

ppro

ved

prog

ram

mes

Com

pany

Tra

inin

g O

ffice

rM

aste

r/Chi

efEn

gine

er O

ffice

r Sh

ipbo

ard

Trai

ning

O

ffice

r1C

adet

Col

lege

/A

sses

smen

t Cen

tre

Ove

rall

man

agem

ent o

f th

e tra

inin

g pr

ogra

mm

e,in

clud

ing

liais

on

betw

een

ship

s,

colle

ges,

the

com

pany

an

d M

CA

Pro

vide

s th

e lin

k be

twee

n th

e co

mpa

ny

train

ing

offic

er a

nd th

e sh

ipbo

ard

train

ing

offic

er to

ens

ure

the

effe

ctiv

enes

s of

onb

oard

train

ing

Org

anis

es p

ract

ical

train

ing

at s

ea fo

r the

du

ratio

n of

eac

h vo

yage

Follo

ws

dilig

ently

the

prog

ram

me

of tr

aini

ngP

rovi

des

cour

ses

to

deve

lop

skill

s,

know

ledg

e an

d un

ders

tand

ing

Mon

itors

and

revi

ews

over

all p

rogr

ess

of th

e ca

det,

incl

udin

gin

spec

tion

of c

olle

ge

repo

rts a

nd re

cord

s of

sh

ipbo

ard

train

ing

Mon

itors

and

revi

ews

prog

ress

of s

hipb

oard

train

ing

Mak

es th

e m

ost o

f the

op

portu

nitie

s fo

r le

arni

ng a

nd d

evel

opin

g sk

ills

at a

ll st

ages

Car

ries

out f

orm

alas

sess

men

ts o

f co

mpe

tenc

e (fo

r aw

ard

of N

/SV

Qs2 ) b

ased

on

evid

ence

con

tain

ed in

th

is P

ortfo

lio

Issu

es g

uida

nce,

prog

ress

repo

rts a

nd

actio

n pl

ans

as re

quire

d to

cad

ets

and

ship

boar

d st

aff

Fulfi

ls th

e ro

le o

f co

ntin

uity

if th

esh

ipbo

ard

train

ing

offic

er is

relie

ved

durin

g th

e vo

yage

Ens

ures

in a

supe

rvis

ory

capa

city

th

at re

quire

men

ts fo

r on

-boa

rd tr

aini

ng a

re

fulfi

lled

and

that

the

time

the

cade

t spe

nds

on

boar

d is

as

usef

ul a

s po

ssib

lein

term

s of

tra

inin

g an

d ex

perie

nce

Kee

ps th

e P

ortfo

lio u

p to

dat

e an

d av

aila

ble

for

scru

tiny

as re

quire

d

Rev

iew

s an

d pr

ovid

es

repo

rts o

n ca

dets

’ pr

ogre

ss

Tabl

e 1

1M

ay a

lso

be re

ferr

ed to

as

the

desi

gnat

ed s

hipb

oard

trai

ning

offi

cer o

r des

igna

ted

train

ing

offic

er.

The

term

s ar

e in

ter-

chan

geab

le.

2N

atio

nal V

ocat

iona

l Qua

lific

atio

n or

Sco

ttish

Voc

atio

nal Q

ualif

icat

ion.

4

Section 2

The HND programme for deck cadets

The HND programme consists of three main stages:

� Induction and initial training

� Training and development

� Skills development and certification

Each stage contains at least one period in college followed immediately by a period at sea to form an integrated and progressive pattern of learning at college and training and experience aboard ship, as shown in the table on page 6.

Each college and sea period is referred to as a sequentially numbered phase.

Whilst there are some differences of detail between the different colleges involved, the basic structure of the programme and the arrangements for shipboard training are the same for all cadets, all companies and all colleges. All cadets will:

� undertake at least 12 months sea service whilst following the programme ofplanned training at sea documented in a Training Portfolio;

� complete the course of studies leading to an HND in Nautical Science. Part 1 covers the knowledge required for the MCA first (OOW) certificate of competency (STCW Reg. II/1). Part 2 covers most of the knowledge required for a second(Chief Mate) certificate of competency, with the balance being completed at a later stage when the qualifying sea service for that certificate has been completed. The content of the HND also underpins the achievement of National/Scottish Vocational Qualifications (N/SVQ) at Levels 3 and 4;

� undergo training for STCW ancillary short course certificates;

� achieve N/SVQs in Marine Vessel Support at Level 2 and Marine Vessel Operations at Level 3, based on assessment of performance during each phase of the programme.

Cadets who successfully complete the programme are eligible to take the MCA oral examination for an unlimited certificate of competency as officer of the watch.

5

Stru

ctur

e of

the

HN

D p

rogr

amm

e

Stag

ePh

ase

Dur

atio

nC

onte

nt

1Fi

rst c

olle

ge

phas

e

6 w

eeks

(all

cade

ts)

Com

pany

and

col

lege

indu

ctio

n. S

TCW

Bas

ic T

rain

ing

(Per

sona

l Sur

viva

l Tec

hniq

ues,

Ele

men

tary

Firs

t Aid

, Fire

Pre

vent

ion

and

Fire

Fig

htin

g, P

erso

nal S

afet

y an

d S

ocia

l R

espo

nsib

ilitie

s).

Und

erpi

nnin

g kn

owle

dge

for N

/SV

Q L

evel

2 M

arin

e V

esse

l Sup

port,

incl

udin

gP

rofic

ienc

y in

Sur

viva

l Cra

ft an

d R

escu

e B

oats

(PS

C&

RB

) and

Effi

cien

t Dec

k H

and

(ED

H).

NB

: Ass

essm

ent o

f com

pete

nce

for P

SC

&R

B a

nd E

DH

take

s pl

ace

in P

hase

3.

Indu

ctio

n an

dIn

itial

Tra

inin

g

2Fi

rst s

ea p

hase

4 m

onth

s (a

ppro

x) –

shi

pboa

rd in

duct

ion

and

lear

ning

bas

icse

aman

ship

and

sea

fare

r ski

lls.

Pra

ctic

al tr

aini

ng a

s pe

r ta

sks

for L

evel

2 in

MN

TB T

rain

ing

Por

tfolio

3S

econ

d co

llege

phas

e

8 w

eeks

(sta

ndar

d sc

hem

e –

‘A’/’

H’

leve

l ent

rant

s)

13 w

eeks

(enh

ance

dsc

hem

e –

GC

SE

/S

tand

ard

Gra

de e

ntra

nts)

Leve

l 2 a

sses

smen

t. A

dditi

onal

mat

hs fo

r GC

SE

ent

rant

sC

omm

ence

und

erpi

nnin

g kn

owle

dge

for L

evel

3 N

/SV

Q M

arin

e V

esse

l Ope

ratio

ns a

nd

Ede

xcel

/SQ

A H

ND

Nau

tical

Sci

ence

Par

t 1:

-C

hartw

ork;

Tid

es a

nd s

ailin

g; S

hip

cons

truct

ion

NB

: The

re is

an

oppo

rtuni

ty fo

r cad

ets

to tr

ansf

er b

etw

een

the

stan

dard

and

enh

ance

dsc

hem

es d

urin

g th

is p

hase

, dep

endi

ng o

n pr

ogre

ss.

4S

econ

d se

aph

ase

4 m

onth

s (a

ppro

x) –

Pra

ctic

al tr

aini

ng to

com

plet

e Le

vel2

MN

TB T

rain

ing

Por

tfolio

and

pro

gres

s ta

sks

at L

evel

3 a

s pe

r Por

tfolio

. E

mph

asis

mov

es fr

om b

asic

skills

to b

ridge

/car

go h

andl

ing

dutie

san

d re

spon

sibi

litie

s

20 w

eeks

(sta

ndar

d sc

hem

e)

24 w

eeks

(enh

ance

d sc

hem

e)

Com

plet

e Le

vel 3

und

erpi

nnin

gkn

owle

dge

and

HN

D N

autic

al S

cien

ce P

art 1

: -

Cel

estia

l nav

igat

ion;

Met

eoro

logy

1; B

ridge

wat

chke

epin

g; E

mer

genc

y re

spon

se;

Car

go w

ork;

Shi

p st

abilit

y 1;

Mar

ine

law

and

man

agem

ent.

GM

DS

S; M

edic

al fi

rst a

id; N

AR

AS

(O);

Adv

ance

d fir

e fig

htin

g

Trai

ning

and

Dev

elop

men

t

5Th

ird c

olle

ge

phas

e

2 w

eeks

Brid

geW

atch

keep

ing

Pre

para

tory

Cou

rse

(opt

iona

l, to

com

pany

requ

irem

ents

)

6Th

ird s

ea p

hase

8 m

onth

s (a

ppro

x) –

Com

plet

e Le

vel 3

MN

TB P

ortfo

lio.

Und

erst

udy

the

role

of O

OW

in p

repa

ratio

n fo

r fin

al

asse

ssm

ent a

nd M

CA

ora

l exa

min

atio

n fo

r OO

W c

ertif

icat

e of

com

pete

ncy

Ski

llsde

velo

pmen

tan

d ce

rtific

atio

n7

Four

th c

olle

geph

ase

26 w

eeks

Leve

l 3 a

sses

smen

t; P

repa

ratio

n fo

r ora

l exa

min

atio

n fo

r MC

A O

OW

Cer

tific

ate

Und

erpi

nnin

g kn

owle

dge

and

skill

s fo

r Lev

el 4

N/S

VQ

Mar

ine

Ves

sel O

pera

tions

and

P

art 2

of H

ND

Nau

tical

Sci

ence

:-

Pas

sage

pla

nnin

g; B

ridge

man

agem

ent;

Met

eoro

logy

2; S

hip

stab

ility

2; S

truct

ures

; C

argo

and

por

t ope

ratio

ns; B

usin

ess;

Man

agem

ent.

Opt

iona

l: S

peci

alis

t saf

ety

cour

ses

for o

il, c

hem

ical

and

/or g

as (1

wee

k pe

r cou

rse)

6

Section 3

Each phase in detail

This section gives details of each phase of training for cadets following the HND scheme. It will help ship’s staff in particular to understand what cadets learn in college at various stages of the programme, what they should be capable of doing during each sea phase and how to make best use of their time on board.

The basic principles and the arrangements that have been put in place for assuring the quality and effectiveness of planned training at sea, including the purpose of the cadets’ Training Portfolio, are explained in separate guidance3. It is important that these are observed not only in the interests of good training but to provide evidence to the MCA, when the cadets apply for a Notice of Eligibility for a certificate of competency as OOW, that planned and progressive training at sea has beencompleted.

Check list for sea phases

What needs to be done? By whom?

Brief ship’s staff prior to cadet joining ship Company Training Officer

Induct newcomers (especially first trip cadets) Master and Shipboard Training Officer

Plan and supervise on-board training Master and Shipboard Training Officer

‘Sign off’ completed tasks in the Portfolio Shipboard Training Officer; ship’s staff

Complete testimonials (for MCA) Master

Inspect and endorse Portfolio (monthly) Master and Shipboard Training Officer

Inspect and endorse Portfolio (end of voyage) Company Training Officer

Important!

During the sea phases, completion of the Training Portfolio must not be allowed to fallbehind schedule (see Appendix 2). If cadets (or ship’s staff) have any difficulty incompleting or endorsing the Portfolio, the company training officer or college assessormust be contacted for advice and guidance at an early stage (don’t wait until the end of the voyage!). Contact details can be found at the front of the Portfolio.

3 See ‘Planned Training at Sea – Guidance for companies and seagoing officers’ published by the MNTB

7

Induction and initial training

Phase 1: Pre-sea training (first college phase) Summary

In addition to providing a basic introduction to the industry, the pre-sea training course gives cadets essential grounding in the skills and knowledge needed to support practical training aboard ship during the first sea phase, leading to assessment for N/SVQ Marine VesselSupport (Level 2).

Duration Key points

6 weeks

The first college phase is devoted to:

- induction: college and company

- pre-sea training preparing the cadet in general ship safety and awareness, including STCW Basic Training, Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (PSC&RB) and Efficient Deck Hand (EDH)

- the knowledge and skills required for N/SVQ Level 2 Marine VesselSupport, which are consolidated and practiced aboard ship duringthe first sea phase.

Roles and Responsibilities

Company Training Officer College Cadet

Company induction

Company & college partnership in training

Monitor progress

Pre-sea induction

Brief ships’ officers on training issues

Deliver college inductionand pre-sea trainingprogramme

Issue Training Portfolio andprovide guidance on its completion aboard ship

Provide report on Phase 1 progress to cadet and CTO

Comply with college regulationsand company codes of conduct

Comply with terms of trainingagreement

Complete training programmeas devised

Expected outcomes

1 Successful completion of STCW Basic Training (i.e. Personal Survival Techniques,Elementary First Aid, Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting, Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities) and award of these certificates.

2 Completion of initial training in Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats otherthan Fast Rescue Craft (PSC&RB); and for the Efficient Deck Hand certificate. (N.B. Assessments for these certificates are undertaken during the second college phase.Certificates will be issued to successful candidates once the qualifying sea servicelaid down by MCA has been completed).

3 Successful completion of assessments of skills and knowledge in the followingsubjects (details can be found at ):

� Steering and helm orders

� Keeping a proper lookout

� Contributing to maintaining and controlling a safe watch

� Emergency equipment and emergency procedures

� Fire prevention and fire fighting

� Life saving appliances

� Medical first aid

8

Phase 1: Pre-sea training (first college phase) � Safe working practices

� Contributing to effective human relationships on board

� Anchoring and mooring operations

� Securing the vessel for sea

� Maintaining steelwork and deck equipment

� Assisting with vessel operations

Communication with collegeThe Company Training Officer (CTO) needs to be in regular contact with the college and visit as required to provide support and monitor progress. It is important that any departure from college regulations and procedures are dealt with promptly. The CTO should agree with the college the requirement and process for the cadet’s application for passport and visas,seafarer’s discharge book and any vaccination requirements.

Progress reportThe college will report to the CTO on the progress of cadets during pre-sea training. Any issues arising from these reports should be discussed with the cadets concerned before they embark on their first voyage (see example report at Appendix 7).

Any deficiency in the assessments of skill, knowledge and understanding for N/SVQ Level 2 will need to be addressed by the cadet prior to re-assessment at the second college phase.

Preparation for first sea phase The ship should be informed in good time of the expected arrival of the cadet, stage of training, expected duration of stay and any other relevant information.

9

Induction and initial training

Phase 2: First sea phase Summary

The focus of training during the first sea phase should be more on basic safety, seamanshipand operational duties than bridge watchkeeping (although the latter should by no means be discounted altogether during this phase).

Duration Content

about 4 months

Shipboard induction

Completion of the Priority and Familiarisation tasks in the TrainingPortfolio as soon as possible after joining

Practical training to progress the programme of work documentedin the Training Portfolio for N/SVQ Level 2

N.B. Completion of the Training Portfolio is a mandatoryrequirement for the MCA Officer of the Watch certificate as it is evidence of completion of planned training at sea.

Roles and Responsibilities

Company TrainingOfficer

Shipboard TrainingOfficer

Master Cadet

Issue guidance andaction plans as required to cadets andships’ officers

Regularly monitorshipboard progress ofcadet

Liase with partnercollege as required

Plan and supervise the day to day work of the cadet to maximiseexperience

Review cadet progressRecord review of progress in MNTB Training Portfolio(monthly)

Review cadetprogress

Inspect/ endorseMNTB TrainingPortfolio on a monthly basis

Comply fully with company HSErequirements

Undertake trainingas directed

Keep the Portfolioup to date andavailable for scrutinyas required

Support during the first sea phase The first trip is particularly daunting; everything is strange in this new environment. The lead given by senior officers in supporting first trippers, and in the planning and direction of their learning at sea, is of paramount importance in helping to ensure that they get off to a good start and make the best use of their time aboard ship. Additional information about inductioncan be found in separate guidance4.

Planned training After completion of the familiarisation and safety tasks in the first few days, the type of work and training for the remainder of the first sea phase will be determined to a large extent by the programme of work documented in the Portfolio and the operational circumstances of the ship(see Appendix 3: Order of work - first sea phase).

Appropriate activity during this phase would be:

� Ship Operations: whenever ship operations are taking place, the cadets should beinvolved. Considerable learning takes place when cadets work alongside officers on the vessel. During busy times, such as bunkering, loading and discharge operations they can provide essential support to the OOW. They should be encouraged to think about what they are doing and the consequences of their actions.

4 See ‘Planned Training at Sea – Guidance for companies and seagoing officers’ published by the MNTB

10

Phase 2: First sea phase � Maintenance, drills and port duties: maintenance and associated duties will form a

significant proportion of the cadets’ work but remember it is the quality and variety of experience that is important. For instance, a few days in surface preparation and painting should be sufficient to be competent at the job, be aware of the safety hazards and to appreciate the dangers of fatigue and boredom. Devoting more time to such work than is necessary is likely to be to the detriment of other areas of training. Cadets should assist at every opportunity with operations such as: rigging accommodation and pilot ladders;maintaining and using lifting gear; actively participating in anchoring and mooringoperations; safety and emergency drills; loading, checking and stowing stores.

� Bridge watchkeeping duties: an introduction to bridge routines will be good preparation for the next college phase. A first voyage cadet should gain sufficient experience to be able to provide useful support to the OOW e.g.: be a good helmsman and assist in testing bridge equipment; keep an effective lookout; recognise lights (ships and navigationmarks); take visual bearings and, if of a ship, report whether the bearing is steady,opening, closing; monitor progress passing buoys and other marks; make entries in the movement book.

In coastal waters, cadets should be encouraged to indicate the ship’s position on the chart, recognise land and navigation marks and know the intended track. On oceanpassages, with the assistance of the OOW, they should be encouraged to work out ETA’s and assist the OOW in compiling weather reports. (N.B. Cadets should not be expected to regularly plot the ship’s position as they will not have received tuition in chartwork ornavigation at this stage of their training.)

� Collision regulations: cadets should learn the International Regulations for PreventingCollisions at Sea (IRPCS) rules 17 to 34 so that they can recognise all ship types and sound signals. They should also learn all the Morse code letters and numbers in preparation for starting signals at the next college phase.

PortfolioThe cadet must keep the Portfolio up to date, making entries on a regular basis as tasks are completed. The Shipboard Training Officer and Master must inspect the Portfolio on a monthly basis.

TestimonialsTestimonials (copies in the Portfolio) attesting to character/behaviour and, if appropriate,watchkeeping duties must be completed and signed by the Master before the cadet leaves the ship (or on change of Master).

If an endorsement for service on tankers carrying oil, chemicals or liquefied gas is required at the end of the training programme, reports of service on such ships during each sea phasemust be completed and signed by the Master (samples in the Portfolio).

Standard of achievement by end of the first sea phase By the end of the first sea phase, it is expected that cadets will be able to perform to the standards expected of a qualified seafarer in a support role i.e. they will be able to undertakea range of activities, some of which are complicated and not routine, and respond effectively under direction and supervision.

Most cadets will have completed the majority, if not all, of the tasks and reports required for the units for N/SVQ Marine Vessel Support Level 2. Those who do not achieve the requiredstandard in all of the units at the end of the first sea phase should do so during the secondsea phase.

11

Training and development

Phase 3: Second college phase Summary

Having completed most if not all of the work required for N/SVQ Level 2, including EDH and PSC&RB, cadets will commence studies for the HND (which will continue in the third college phase) in preparation for starting to work towards N/SVQ Level 3 in the next sea phase.

Duration Content

8 weeks (standard)

13 weeks (enhanced)

Assess progress during the first sea phase towards MarineVessel Support Level 2; PSC&RB and EDH.

GCSE entry cadets on the enhanced programme receiveadditional learning in mathematics. All cadets commence Part 1 of the HND in Nautical Science and complete the following units:-

- Chartwork; Tides and sailings; Ship construction.

Part 1 of the HND provides the underpinning knowledge and skill for Level 3 Marine Vessel Operations and the Officer of the Watch (Deck) STCW II/1 qualifications.

Roles and Responsibilities

Company Training Officer College Cadet

Review progress in first sea phase, record comments inTraining Portfolio

Monitor progress in collegeprogramme

Pre-sea induction

Brief ships’ officers on training issues

Liase with college in agreeing action plans to address any deficienciesidentified in college reports

Assess and report on:

- progress in Marine VesselSupport Level 2

- success in PSC&RB and EDH examinations orassessments

- initial units for Part 1 HND

Provide guidance on Level 3Training Portfolio and its completion aboard ship

Provide report on progress tocadet and Company TrainingOfficer

Comply with collegeregulations and codes of conduct

Comply with terms of training agreement

Present for assessmentwith Training Portfolioorganised as instructed

Complete trainingprogramme as devised

Expected outcomes

1 Award of Level 2 in Marine Vessel Support; or success in some but not all units (any outstanding tasks to complete in the second sea phase);

2 Pass the examinations or assessments for Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue Craft; and Efficient Deck Hand (these certificates will not be issued until the requisite qualifying sea service has beencompleted);

3 Successful completion of the following subjects; tides and sailings, chartwork andship construction (see Appendix 4 for detailed content).

12

Phase 3: Second college phase Communication with collegeThe Company Training Officer (CTO) needs to be in regular contact with the college andvisit as required to provide support and monitor the progress of cadets. This is a good time for the CTO to inspect the cadets’ Training Portfolios and comment on progress.

Progress reportThe college will report to the CTO on progress in Level 2 N/SVQ Marine Vessel Supportand the HND units (see example at Appendix 7). A copy will be given to the cadet. The report will identify what additional experience/tasks, if any, need completing during the second sea phase.

The cadet’s copy should be filed in the front of the Training Portfolio for the information of the senior officers on the next ship. This will support the continuity of the cadet’sdevelopment and provide guidance on the direction of training and experience in thesecond sea phase.

Preparation for the second sea phase (Phase 4) The CTO should meet with the cadet at the end of the second college phase to completethe review of progress to date and comment on the college reports. The cadet should bein no doubt as to the requirement of the next sea phase.

Cadets who have successfully completed Level 2 and the assessments for the HNDsubjects will commence Level 3. Those not so successful will commence Level 3 whilstcompleting Level 2 and refreshing knowledge in any of the HND assessments that remain outstanding.

Communication with the ship The ship should be informed in good time of the expected arrival of the cadet, stage of training, expected duration of stay and any other relevant information.

The progress report in the front of the cadet’s Portfolio together with any action planissued by the college/company should be drawn to the attention of the Master and the Shipboard Training Officer for action during the voyage.

13

Training and development

Phase 4: Second sea phase Summary

The basic aims of this sea phase are similar to those described for the first sea phase but the focus moves to the work and role of the officer in charge of a watch (N/SVQ Level 3).

Duration Content

about 4 months

Completion of any outstanding work from Level 2, dealing with issues in the action plan, whilst progressing Level 3 tasks.

The Level 3 tasks capable of achievement during this sea phaseare indicated by (2) in the list of tasks at Appendix 5. The balanceof tasks is completed in the third sea phase.

Roles and Responsibilities

Company TrainingOfficer

Shipboard TrainingOfficer

Master Cadet

Regularly monitorshipboard progressof cadet Issue guidance andaction plans as required to cadetsand ships’ officers Liase with partnercollege to resolve any training issues

Plan and supervisethe day to day work of the cadetReview cadetprogressRecord review of progress in MNTB Training Portfolio(monthly)

Review cadetprogress

Inspect/ endorseMNTB TrainingPortfolio on a monthly basis

Comply fully with company HSErequirements

Undertake trainingas directed

Keep the Portfolioup to date andavailable for scrutiny as required

Support during the second sea phase The process of support for this sea phase is similar to that described for the first sea phase except that the cadet is now more mature and familiar with life at sea, operationalroutines and the training programme. As it is likely that the cadets will be joining a different ship to the one(s) they sailed in for the first sea phase, consideration needs to be given to effective shipboard induction.

Planned training After completion of the priority, familiarisation and safety tasks, attention should be given to any tasks that require early attention, including any outstanding work for Level 2 N/SVQ carried over from the first sea phase. The college report, which should be kept in the front of the Training Portfolio, prioritises any tasks needing attention. This gives a good steer to the training required in the early part of this phase. Thereafter, the type of work and training to be undertaken will be determined to a large extent by the programmeof work documented in the Portfolio for N/SVQ Level 3 and the operational circumstancesof the ship. See Appendix 5: for guidance on prioritising the tasks at Level 3.

Order of work – second and third sea phases

Appropriate activity during this phase would be:

� Bridge watchkeeping duties – assisting the OOW: to date, cadets will have studied chartwork, sailings and tides at college (the balance of subjects needed for OOW will not be covered until the next college phase).

Cadets should be given opportunities to: assist in setting up and testing bridgeequipment prior to departure/arrival; apply skills and knowledge in practice and

14

Phase 4: Second sea phase become fully familiar with bridge equipment and routines in preparation for the nextcollege phase; maximise watchkeeping experience during coastal passages withsome experience on ocean voyages; use traditional navigational skills, such as visual bearings, radar ranges, use of echo sounder; check compass error by transit only;work out ETAs, DRs and EPs (use of GPS should be restricted at this stage);calculate mercator and great circle sailings.

The section of the unit 207.3 Correcting Charts and Publications can be completed in this phase. (Note: Navigational calculations should be recorded in a work book,neatly and correctly laid out and understandable to a third party).

When opportunity permits, cadets should prepare for the third college phase by receiving some basic instruction and practise in: the use of electronic navigationalequipment and the sextant (if carried); morse code.

� Collision regulations: the learning of the International Regulations for PreventingCollisions at Sea should be continuous (little and often). On the bridge, cadets shouldbe tested and challenged on developing situations by the OOW.

� Ship Operations: cadets should be sufficiently familiar with key ship operations (e.g. seamanship and cargo operations) to be able to start to work towards unit 412 (Monitor and Control Vessel Operations) but the underpinning knowledge has notbeen done to OOW level at this stage. They should be able to understand the operations plan and its practical implementation under the supervision of the OOWand be fully conversant with company procedures and checklists. However, it is unrealistic to expect cadets to gain sufficient familiarity and confidence to be able to complete unit 412 during this sea phase.

� Maintenance: some maintenance tasks will need to be done by those cadets whohave not completed Level 2 Marine Vessel Support. For other cadets, maintenanceshould form a small part of their training. Bearing in mind that they are preparing forthe role of OOW and later Chief Mate, they should be involved in the more challenging aspects of tasks appropriate to that role e.g. assisting ship’s staff in the maintenance of lifting gear, mooring equipment, operations machinery and equipment, LSA, brake and release mechanisms.

PortfolioThe cadet must keep the Portfolio up to date, making entries on a regular basis as tasks are completed. The Shipboard Training Officer and Master must inspect the Portfolio on a monthly basis.

TestimonialsTestimonials (copies in the Portfolio) attesting to character/behaviour and watchkeepingduties must be completed and signed by the Master before the cadet leaves the ship (or on change of Master).

If an endorsement for service on tankers carrying oil, chemicals or liquefied gas isrequired at the end of the training programme, reports of service on such ships must be completed and signed by the Master (samples in the Portfolio).

Standard of achievement by end of the second sea phase

Completion of any outstanding tasks for Level 2 Marine Vessel Support and goodprogress towards N/SVQ Level 3, taking account of those tasks suggested in Appendix 5 for completion in this phase. This amounts to 32 tasks and 9 reports, which is not a demanding target but is sufficient to expect of a cadet who still has to complete outstanding work from Level 2.

15

Training and development

Phase 5: Third college phase Summary

HND (Part 1) studies will be completed. On successful completion of this phase, the cadet will have learnt all of the skills, knowledge and understanding needed to undertakethe remaining tasks in the Portfolio during the third sea phase for Marine VesselOperations Level 3 (OOW).

Duration Content

20 weeks (standard)

24 weeks (enhanced)

Assess progress during the second sea phase. Complete any outstanding assessments in Marine Vessel Support Level 2.Complete studies for the remaining subjects in Part 1 of the HND in Nautical Science: - Celestial navigation; Bridge watchkeeping; Emergency response

and communications; Cargo work; Ship stability 1; Marine lawand management.

Undertake training for the following ancillary certificates:- Medical First Aid; Advanced Fire Fighting; Navigation, Radar

and ARPA Simulator Training (Operational); Global MaritimeDistress and Safety System – General Operators Certificate.

Optional: Bridge Watchkeeping Preparatory Course.

Roles and Responsibilities

Company Training Officer College Cadet

Review progress in secondsea phase, record commentsin Training Portfolio Monitor progress in collegeLiase with college to agree action plans to address anydeficiencies/weaknessesBrief ships’ officers

Assess Marine VesselSupport Level 2 Review progress in Level 3Marine Vessel OperationsDeliver and assess balanceof units in Part 1 HND Provide progress reports to cadet and Company TrainingOfficer

Comply with collegeregulations and codes of conductComply with terms of training agreementPresent for assessmentwith Training Portfolioorganised as instructed

Expected outcomes

1 Award of N/SVQ in Marine Vessel Support at Level 2 for those candidates whodid not complete this qualification during the first sea phase;

2 Identification of any weaknesses or areas needing further attention in the TrainingPortfolio tasks and reports for N/SVQ Level 3;

3 Successful completion of assessments of the following HND subjects (units): celestial navigation; meteorology 1; bridge watchkeeping; emergency responseand communications; cargo work; ship stability 1; marine law and management(see Appendix 6 for detailed content);

4 Issue of STCW ancillary certificates for: Medical First Aid; Advanced Fire Fighting; Navigation, Radar and ARPA Simulator Training (Operational); Global Maritime Distress and Safety System General Operator Certificate; and the MCAsignals certificate.

16

Phase 5: Third college phase Communication with collegeThe Company Training Officer (CTO) needs to be in regular contact with the college andvisit as required to provide support and monitor the progress of cadets. This is a good time to inspect the cadets’ Training Portfolios and comment on progress during the second sea phase.

Progress reportsReports will be sent to the CTO on reviews of progress undertaken by the college, including the outcome of assessments in any outstanding units for Level 2 N/SVQ MarineVessel Support and progress towards N/SVQ Level 3 (see example at Appendix 7). A copy will be given to the cadet. The report for Level 3 will identify what additionalexperience/tasks, if any, need completing during the third sea phase.

The cadet’s copy should be filed in the front of the Training Portfolio for the information of the senior officers on the next ship.

Preparation for the third sea phase (Phase 6) The CTO should meet with the cadet at the end of the third college phase to complete the review of progress to date and comment on the college reports. The cadet should be in no doubt as to the requirement of the next sea phase. In some cases, any outstandingwork may need to be completed before the cadet returns to sea.

Communication with the ship The ship should be informed in good time of the expected arrival of the cadet, stage of training, expected duration of stay and any other relevant information.

The progress report in the front of the cadet’s Portfolio together with any action planissued by the college/company should be drawn to the attention of the Master and the Shipboard Training Officer for action during the voyage.

17

Skills development and certification

Phase 6: Third sea phase Summary

This is the final sea phase before the MCA examinations for OOW. The emphasis in this third and final sea phase is on developing proficiency in the role of OOW, applying the skills and knowledge learnt in previous phases.

Duration Content

4 to 10 months(as agreed withcompany)

All knowledge for OOW has been delivered at college and the emphasis is now on completing the Training Portfolio tasks for Level 3. MCA requires a properly completed Portfolio to be presented when application is made for examination for an Officer of the Watch certificate of competency (STCW Reg. II/1).

The cadet should primarily be understudying the Officer of the Watch in bridge watchkeeping and ensuring that a minimum of 6 months ‘duties associated with bridge watchkeeping under the supervision of a certificated deck officer’ (required by the MCA as a condition for examination) is accumulated by the end of this phase.

This final sea phase may consist of several voyages without returning to college for progress review. It is important during thisperiod that the cadet conducts self-assessment of progress anddevelops an action plan in consultation with the shipboard trainingofficer for the final voyage.

Roles and Responsibilities

Company TrainingOfficer

Shipboard TrainingOfficer

Master Cadet

Regularly monitorshipboard progressof cadet Issue guidance andaction plans as required to cadetsand ships’ officers Liase with partnercollege to resolve any training issues

Liase with cadet and Shipboard TrainingOfficer on results ofself-assessment and action plan for final voyage

Agree action planfor the final voyage Plan and supervisethe day to day work of the cadet to maximise experience withinthe operationaldemands of the vesselReview progressregularly

Record review of progress in MNTB Training Portfolio(monthly)

Review cadetprogress

Inspect/endorse MNTBTrainingPortfolio on a monthly basis

Conduct self-assessmentand construct action planfor final voyage

Follow diligently the programme of experienceoutlined in the MNTB Training Portfolio and company and personalaction plans

Comply fully with company HSErequirements

Keep the Portfolio up to date and available for scrutiny as required

Support during the third sea phase The cadet is now totally familiar with the training programme and can gain the required experience and complete the Portfolio with the direction and support of the ship’s staff.

MCA requirements The MCA requires candidates for OOW certificates of competency to have spent at least six months of their final twelve months qualifying sea service on duties associated with

18

Phase 6: Third sea phase bridge watchkeeping under the supervision of a certificated deck officer. Some watchkeeping duties will have been completed in earlier phases - the balance must be completed during this phase (see also ‘testimonials’ below).

Planned training The college Progress Report in the front of the Training Portfolio prioritises the tasks that require early attention. The work for Level 3 should be completed by the end of this phase (see also Appendix 5).

Appropriate activity would be:

� Bridge watchkeeping duties – assisting the OOW: having completed all the knowledge required for Level 3 and OOW certification, cadets should be able to understudy the OOW in the full range of watchkeeping duties and undertake the workfor Unit 207 (Keep a Navigational Watch in the Unlimited Area) without difficulty.

Every opportunity should be taken to practise on navigational equipment and gainconfidence in its use, with frequent reference to manuals to understand its full capability and limitations. This should not detract from the need to practise traditionalnavigational methods, all of which should be recorded in the navigational workbook,which should be signed and authenticated by the officer of the watch on a regularbasis. Cadets should be encouraged to have that same degree of alertness andconstant awareness of the navigational situation as the Officer of the Watch.

� Ship Operations: by this last sea phase the cadet should be more familiar and confident with vessel operations. All the knowledge for vessel operations, includingstability, has been completed and cadets should be able to progress the tasks in Unit412 (Monitor and Control Vessel Operations) without difficulty.

� Maintenance: as with the second sea phase, ship maintenance tasks should be keptto a minimum and directed only at important tasks. The cadets are preparing for therole of OOW and later Chief Mate, so they should be involved only in those maintenance tasks that are most appropriate in preparing for that role.

PortfolioThe cadet must keep the Portfolio up to date, making entries on a regular basis as tasks are completed. The Shipboard Training Officer and Master must inspect the Portfolio on a monthly basis.

TestimonialsTestimonials attesting to character/behaviour and bridge watchkeeping duties (copies in the Portfolio) must be completed and signed by the Master before the cadet leaves the ship (or on change of Master).

If an endorsement for service on tankers carrying oil, chemicals or liquefied gas isrequired at the end of the training programme, reports of service on such ships must be completed and signed by the Master (samples in the Portfolio).

Standard of achievement by end of the third and final sea phaseAll the tasks and reports at Level 3 have to be completed. There may be exceptionalcircumstances where it may not be possible to perform one or two tasks on the particularship (s) to which a cadet is appointed. In this case the college assessor will specifyalternative assessment techniques.

19

Phase 7: Fourth (and final) college phase Summary

The fourth college phase completes the training programme. Cadets take the MCA oral examination for an OOW certificate of competency and go on to complete the HND, whichgives exemptions from most of the academic requirements for a certificate of competencyas Chief Mate.

Duration Content

26 weeks

All cadets are assessed in Marine Vessel Operations Level 3 and prepared for their MCA oral examination. This process takesabout 4 weeks and successful candidates are awarded the Officerof the Watch Deck Certificate of Competency (STCW II/1).

Cadets also complete Part 2 of the HND in Nautical Science covering the following units:

Passage planning; Bridge management; Meteorology; Ship stability 2; Structures and maintenance; Cargo and portoperations; Shipmaster’s business; Shipboard management. This completes all the knowledge for the award of HND in NauticalScience, which provides exemptions for Chief Mate qualifications.

Tanker, Gas and Chemical Safety Programmes are available for tanker personnel.

Roles and Responsibilities

Company Training Officer College Cadet

Review progress in third sea phase, record comments inTraining Portfolio

Monitor progress in collegeprogramme: Level 3; OOW;HND

Liase with college to agree action plan to address any deficiencies identified in college reports

Assess and report on achievement in Marine Vessel Operations Level 3

Report on achievement in Officer of the Watch Deck(STCW II/1)

Assess and report on progressin HND in Nautical Science

Provide report on progress tocadet and CTO

Comply with collegeregulations and codesof conduct

Comply with terms of training agreement

Present for assessment withTraining Portfolioorganised as instructed

Advise college and company on results of MCA examinations

Four weeks of the programme is taken up with assessment of the cadet for Marine Vessel Operations Level 3 and preparation for the MCA Oral examination. Satisfactory completion of the Training Portfolio and success at Level 3 is a necessary requirement for entry to the oral examination for the certificate of competency Officer of the Watch (Deck)STCW II/1 conducted by the MCA.

The remaining 22 weeks are used for the delivery of Part 2 of the HND in NauticalScience. This covers the underpinning knowledge required for Level 4 Marine Vessel Operations and certification as Chief Mate (once the necessary sea service as OOW hasbeen completed and other requirements satisfied). Details of the syllabus are given in Appendix 6.

20

Appendix 1

Underpinning Knowledge National/Scottish Vocational Qualification

Level 2 Marine Vessel Support

Key

Prefix: S – Support Level

followed by: N – NavigationO – OperationsM – Management

and a number: ‘x’ – to refer to STCW Competence Headings

Appendix 1–1

SN Navigation at the Support Level

SN1 Steer the ship and comply with helm orders

SN1.1 Magnetic and gyro compasses

SN1.1.1. Understand the information supplied by ships compasses

(a) Magnetic Compass: card graduation in degrees. Compass bowl andbinnacle. Dangers of magnetic material in the vicinity of the compass, M NoticesStandard compass, steering compass, projector compass, reflectorcompass transmitting magnetic compass

(b) Gyro compass and repeaters. Checking and comparison with magneticcompass

(c) Compass alarms and off course alarms

(d) Azimuth mirrors

SN1.2 Helm Orders

SN1.2.1. Know the various forms in which steering information is relayed to the helmsman

(a) Helm orders: Altering course by helm orders

(b) Course keeping and altering course by compass. Making largealterations

(c) Maintaining course by shore mark

(d) Communication between helmsman and watchkeeper. Importance ofrepeating orders

(e) The effect of weather, ships speed and condition of loading on thesteering

SN1.3 Automatic Pilot change over procedures

SN1.3.1. Know the procedure for changing steering mode between manual and automatic

SN2 Keeping a proper lookout by sight and hearing

SN2.1 Responsibilities of a lookout

SN2.1.1. Know the responsibilities of a lookout

(a) Watch officer and lookout responsibilities

(b) What to report, when and how

(c) Relative bearings

SN3 Contribute to maintaining and controlling a safe watch

SN3.1 Shipboard terms and definitions

SN3.1.1. Know common shipboard terms and definitions

(a) Terms and definitions used in connection with watchkeeping

(b) Terms and definitions used in connection with vessels operations

(c) Terms and definitions used in connection with the vessels construction

SN3.2 Use of appropriate internal communication and alarm systems

Appendix 1–2

SN3.2.1. Know the methods and procedures for routine and emergencycommunications on board ship

(a) Telephones and hand held radios

(b) Engine telegraph and other signalling devices

(c) Emergency signals

SN3.3 Ability to understand orders and communicate with the Officer of the Watch

SN3.3.1. Know how to communicate with the watch officer on matters relating to watchkeeping duties

(a) The criteria specified in the appropriate section of the STCW PersonalSafety and Social Responsibility document

(b) IMO Standard Marine Vocabulary

(c) Working knowledge of the English language

(d) The bridge watchkeeping duties expected of a rating

SN3.4 Procedures for the relief, maintenance and handover of a watch

SN3.4.1. Understand the procedures for the relief, maintenance and handover of a bridge watch

SN3.5 Information required to maintain a safe watch

SN3.5.1. Understand meteorological terms in sufficient depth to report weatherconditions and changes to the watch officer

SN3.5.2. Understand how to make basic meteorological observations

(a) Instrumental observations: pressure, air temperature, sea temperature,wind force and direction

(b) Non-instrumental observations: wind force and direction, cloud type and cover, visibility, sea and swell state

SN3.6 Precautions to prevent pollution of the marine environment

SN3.6.1. Understand basic environmental protection procedures

(a) The criteria specified in the appropriate section of the STCW PersonalSafety and Social Responsibility document

SN4 Operate emergency equipment and apply emergency procedures

SN4.1 Knowledge of emergency duties and alarm signals

SN4.1.1. Know alarm signals and emergency duties

SN4.2 Knowledge of pyrotechnic distress signals, satellite EPIRBs and SARTs

SN4.2.1. Know the operation of distress signalling devices

(a) Pyrotechnics

(b) EPIRBS and SARTS

(c) Other devices

SN4.3 Avoidance of False distress alerts

SN4.3.1. Know how to avoid sending false distress signals

(a) Precautions to take when using signalling devices

(b) Remedial action to be taken if false signal is sent

Appendix 1–3

SO Operations at the Support Level

SO1 Prevent and fight fires on board

SO1.1.1. The criteria specified in the following

(a) STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting or Basic Fire Fighting for Fishermen documents

SO2 Operate life saving appliances

SO2.1 Life Saving

SO2.1.1. The criteria specified in the following

(a) STCW Personal Survival Techniques or Basic Sea Survival for Fishermen documents

(b) STCW Proficiency in Survival craft and Rescue Boats (other than FastRescue Boats) document

SO3 Apply First Aid

SO3.1 First Aid

SO3.1.1. The criteria specified in the following

(a) STCW Elementary First Aid or Basic First Aid for Fishermen documents

SO4 Observe safe working practices

SO4.1 Safe working practices

SO4.1.1. The criteria specified in the appropriate sections of the following

(a) STCW Personnel Safety and Social Responsibilities document

SO4.1.2. Know the safety precautions, regulations, codes of practice and guidelinesrelating to:

(a) Use of powered cleaning devices, hand and powered tools

(b) Working at a height or overside

(c) Operating lifting plant and the slinging of heavy equipment

(d) Use and storage of chemical or other hazardous materials

(e) Entry into and working in enclosed spaces

(f) Protective equipment and clothing

(g) Ship operations

(h) Cargo access equipment

(i) The sections of MARPOL relating to the disposal of waste

(j) Maintenance of batteries

SO4.1.3. The criteria specified in the following

(a) UK MCA Efficient Deck Hand document

SO5 Contribute to effective human relationships on board

SO5.1 Human relationships and social responsibilities

SO5.1.1. Understand human relationships and social responsibilities

Appendix 1–4

SO6 Assist with Anchoring and Mooring operations

SO6.1 Anchoring and mooring

SO6.1.1. Know the safety precautions to be observed when securing the vessel whenmooring and anchoring

(a) Relevant sections from Merchant Shipping and HSE Regulations, MNotices, Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seamen, Company regulations and requirements, Manufacturers’recommendations

(b) Personal safety equipment and clothing. Importance of sufficient personnel during mooring. Dangers of rope bights. Safe positionswhen towing or mooring ropes under strain

(c) Safe operation of winches, windlass, drum ends, tension winches(manual and self-tensioning mode), capstans and self-stowing ropes

(d) Preparation of deck machinery for operation in all temperatures

SO6.1.2. Knowledge of anchors, cables and associated gear

(a) Types of anchor in common use on merchant vessels

(b) Parts of anchors, use of anchor buoy

(c) Spurling and hawsepipe

(d) Connection and marking of anchor cables. Chain lockers andconnections

(e) Bitter end and slipping of cable

(f) Bow stoppers and other securing devices

(g) Importance of, and methods of ensuring watertight integrity

(h) The securing of anchors and cables for sea

(i) Lights, shapes and sound signals for vessels at anchor

SO6.1.3. Know anchoring terminology and procedures

(a) Anchoring terminology

(b) Preparations on the focsle, clearing anchors, walking out, preparationsfor letting go

(c) Letting go and weighing anchor

(d) Changes in procedure for letting go in an emergency

SO6.1.4. Knowledge of mooring terminology and the mooring systems of various shiptypes

(a) Head and stern ropes, breast ropes, towing springs, back springs

(b) Shore moorings. Firewires and slipwires

(c) Mooring bitts, fairleads, Panama leads and roller leads

(d) Communications and keeping moorings clear of thrusters andpropellers

SO6.1.5. Know the characteristics, safe handling and use of ropes used in mooring

(a) Safe use of natural fibre, man-made fibre, wire and combination ropes

(b) Correct use of knots, splices, bends, hitches and stoppers

(c) Procedures making fast to fixed terminals and jetties. Mooring to buoys, single point moorings and exposed location buoys

(d) Adjusting moorings when alongside. Warping along a quay

Appendix 1–5

(e) Use of fenders and overboard discharge covers

(f) Securing the mooring area on departure

SO6.2 Safe Means of Access

SO6.2.1. Know the safety requirements and how to rig, recover and maintain meansof access to the vessel

(a) Gangways, accommodation ladders and other approved systems

(b) Pilot hoists and ladders

(c) Safe movement on board ship

(d) Effects of tide

(e) Changes of draught and trim

(f) The effects of wind, waves, swell, and passing vessels

SO6.3 Maintaining a deck watch in port

SO6.3.1. Know the procedures relating to maintaining a deck watch in port and the action to take to comply with watchkeeping instructions.

(a) Action to monitor and maintain the mooring integrity of the vessel. When to call for assistance to handle moorings, when to call/reportcircumstances to supervisory personnel. Frequency of checks.

(b) Fire patrols, call points and security checks to a frequency required ofcompany, port or statutory regulations. Initial action, alarms and communication equipment. Readiness of FFA. No SmokingRegulations and enforcement.

(c) Sounding of tanks and bilges.

(d) Lights for safe access and movement aboard ship

(e) Flag etiquette: The display of national ensign, courtesy flag, companyand house flags, code flags. Port signals and lights.

(f) Monitoring visitors to the vessel, limitations and restrictions on access.

(g) Monitoring wind velocity, air temperature and weather.

(h) Monitoring the status of the engines, precautions to prevent accident or damage when propellers turned.

(i) Prevention of pollution: Restrictions on the disposal of garbage.Precautions when bunkering and during cargo operations.

(j) Gangway and safety net adjustment.

(k) Ship operation watchkeeping duties

(l) Prevention of theft and security issues.

SO7 Securing the vessel for sea

SO7.1 Securing the vessel

SO7.1.1. Know ship construction features for various ship types sufficient to assistwith ensuring watertightness and sea worthiness

(a) Features to aid the shedding of water

(b) Methods of ensuring watertightness when closing openings in decksand bulkheads

(c) Ventilators, air and sounding pipes

(d) Deck machinery and lifting devices

Appendix 1–6

SO7.1.2. Know how and when to make reports on the condition of seaworthiness

(a) Reports are complete , accurate, and made at the appropriate time.

(b) Failures in watertightness or security of lashings are reported so thatremedial action can be taken in sufficient time.

SO7.1.3. Know the methods of securing openings prior to departure and the extraprecautions to be carried out when heavy weather expected.

(a) Weather and tweendeck hatches, tank lids bow stern and side doors,ports, windows, skylights, deadlights and doors,ventilators, air andsounding pipes.

(b) Rigging of safety lines, restriction of access to the weather deck.

SO7.1.4. Know methods of securing large objects prior to sailing and checking and maintaining security at sea.

(a) Securing by means of lashings, tomms, braces, shores, and patentsecuring devices the following:

(i) Cargo items below decks, deck cargo and containers. Awarenessof the IMDG code hazards and the necessity of seeking advice.

(ii) Machinery spares in the engineroom flats, steering flats,storerooms and on deck.

(iii) Vessels equipment: Derricks, cranes, gangways andaccommodation ladders, mooring ropes and wires

SO7.1.5. Know which items to check and the frequency of inspections for watertightness and movement of cargo/equipment.

(a) Soundings of tanks bilges cofferdams, void spaces and chainlocker,

(b) frequency to instructions received.

(c) Checks for damage to: Hatches, tank lids, doors, air and soundingpipes.

(d) Checks on lashings and securing devices for deck cargo and deckequipment, equipment in store rooms, steering and engineroom flats.

SO8 Maintain steelwork and deck equipment

SO8.1 Maintenance

SO8.1.1. Identification and application of paints, chemicals, lubricants and cleaningmaterials used for common maintenance tasks

(a) Paint types and uses, coverage, drying times, methods of application.

(b) Lubrication schedules for deck machinery and equipment.

(c) Use of correct lubrication for moving parts.

(d) Preparation of surfaces for coating i.e. steel, aluminium, wood. Processes involved.

(e) Maintenance of fire fighting and life saving equipment

SO8.1.2. Understand the need for preparation of work area and resources formaintenance.

(a) Identification of work area and tools, materials

(b) Safe stowage and use of materials

(c) Permit to work procedures

(d) Plans, specifications, materials and equipment are identified and available.

Appendix 1–7

SO9 Assist with Vessel operations

SO9.1 Vessel operations

SO9.1.1. Identify salient features of a range of ship types

(a) Salient constructional and operational features of a range of ship types including:

(i) Oil, Gas and Chemical Tanker

(ii) Ro-Ro

(iii) Container

(iv) Bulk Carrier

(v) Dry and refridgerated

(vi) Passenger Ship

(vii) Supply and Stand-by vessel

(viii) Surface effect vessels

(ix) High Speed Craft

(x) Tugs

SO9.1.2. Know the use of deck and other equipment in different vessels and operations

(a) Compartment access arrangements - hatches and hatch covers, tween decks, container cells, internal rampways, side/bow/stern doors andramps, elevators,

(b) Pipeline systems- Bilge and ballast. Suctions and wells

(c) Cargo handling equipment - Derricks, Cranes, Winches, Mobile Handling Equipment, Cargo Pumps and Manifold connections, ventingand inert gas systems

SO9.1.3. Knows safe working practices to be observed during ship operations.

(a) Relevant sections of the Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seamen.

(b) 'M' Notices relevant to ship operations.

(c) Dangers associated with particular cargoes eg Bulk cargoes, IMDG labelling and identification

(d) Hazards associated with Oil, Gas and Chemical Tanker cargooperations

(e) Dangers of Enclosed Spaces and the procedures to be adopted beforeand during entry to such a space

SO9.1.4. Knowledge of operations to prepare for handling, stowage and carriage of Dry, Refrigerated, Unitised, Containerised, Ro Ro and Bulk Cargoes.

(a) Preparation of Cargo Compartments

(b) Checking of Compartment safety equipment

(c) Dunnaging cargoes.

(d) Cargo securing methods

(e) Cargo care on passage

Appendix 1–8

SO9.1.5. Knowledge of operations for the handling and carriage of Oil and ChemicalCargoes and related ballasting operations.

(a) Elementary Tanker Safety and the dangers associated with Oil andChemical cargoes

(b) Sources of ignition, Toxic effects

(c) Methods and Instruments used for testing tank atmospheres.

(d) Inert Gas Systems during cargo handling, on passage and during tankcleaning.

(e) Tank and Line Cleaning

(f) COW and Water Washing.

(g) Ballasting.

(h) Precautions to prevent pollution

(i) Ullaging methods and equipment

Appendix 1–9

Appendix 2 MNTB Training Portfolio (extracts)

Guidance for the cadet The Portfolio is an important document. You are personally responsible for its upkeep and safe keeping during the entire period of training.

If you have any difficulty in completing the Portfolio, you should contact the DSTO, company training manager or college assessor for advice and guidance at an early stage. You must avoid getting into a situation where your training and completion of the Portfolio falls behind schedule. If it does, remedial action may delay completion of the programme and could entail the performance of additional sea service.

Upon receipt of the Portfolio complete as much as possible of Section 2 andregularly update it as your training progresses.

As soon as possible after joining each ship, complete the priority and familiarisation tasks in Section 4. Complete the ship’s particulars early in the voyage for each ship. Discuss your training with the Designated Shipboard Training Officer (DSTO) at an early stage of each voyage.

Completing tasks and reports Complete your tasks and duties as opportunities permit and always as directed by the ships’ officers. A responsible officer must be made aware of your activities at all times and all safety precautions must be strictly adhered to. Complete your supporting reports as soon as possible after the event while it is still fresh in your mind (Section 5).

When you feel that you have performed the task satisfactorily, present your portfolio at a convenient time to the officer(s) or other experienced personnel who have supervised your work for signature and authentication. Remember that their details must be entered in Section 3 as part of the authentication/endorsementprocess. If this is not done, the assessor will not be able to accept the authentication.

Additional evidence If you collect additional items of evidence in support of your work in general (i.e. evidence not directly related to a task in section 5), file them separately for later reference.

Task summary sheet Update the Task Summary Sheet each week with the date of completion of each section (Section 3). This provides an overview of your progress to date and your rate of progression through the qualification.

Appendix 2–1

Progress reviewsThe DSTO will review your progress on a regular basis. It is suggested that a set time is agreed when you prepare and hand in the Portfolio for inspection.Establishing a routine will save time and ensure an efficient process.

The Master and DSTO will review your progress on a monthly basis, when appropriate entries will be made in Section 3.

Present your portfolio for final signatures and updating in good time before leaving the vessel and well before arrival at the last port, otherwise the opportunity to record valuable experience will have been lost.

Watchkeeping Testimonials (Level 3 only)Before leaving the vessel ensure that the Master has completed the Sea Service Testimonial for the voyage (Section 2).

Report writingReports are called for in the portfolio to support tasks, cover unusual or contingency operations, and to ensure that the full requirements of the evidence for the qualification have been met. It is important that you present your report in a clear, concise and logical manner. Some guidance is given with each taskreport and some reports are in several parts as they cover several elements. It is important that you address each of the criteria in each element where this has been requested. If some of the criteria have not been met then they will need to be addressed later, in writing or orally before an assessor.

All reports should be contained in the portfolio, in order and at the end of the Unit to which they relate. This should obviate the need for indexing if you have clearly referenced each report. Each item of evidence should be filed in such a way that it is readily accessible for review and assessment.

Format

� The report must be your own work. It may be word-processed or hand written. While the development of IT skills is to be encouraged, downloading and editing files for submission as the report is not permissible.

� Show at the top of the page: your name; task reference (e.g. Unit 202 Task 1.4); company and ship’s name. At the bottom of each page, show the page number.

� Sign and date the report to confirm that it is your own work.

� Present the report to the person signing off the task, who may make written comment and offer any advice necessary before signing and dating to:

.1 confirm that the report is factually correct for that vessel and that it is your own work;

.2 authenticate that you performed the task referred to in the report.

Appendix 2–2

Content

� The content of the report should be appropriate to the level of qualificationbeing sought. For example the duties of a Level 2 cadet assisting the officer of the watch would be different to the duties of a Level 3 cadet understudyingthe officer of the watch.

� The criteria in the tasks in Section 5 (the candidate is able to) lend themselves to paragraph headings and the elements titles to section headings.

� Be concise, it is quality and not quantity that counts.

� The report must be written to reflect your involvement in the task. If it doesnot convey what, how, when, why you did it, and how you performed, then it is not relevant.

� Think carefully about the task and the points you wish to bring out. You will probably find that it will be advantageous to have:

.1 a heading to indicate clearly the subject matter of the report;

.2 paragraph headings indicating subject areas you wish to cover.

Diagrams and drawings

� Diagrams and drawings can often enhance a report and convey a lot of information in a clear and concise manner. They should:

.1 be neat and reasonably to scale;

.2 have a title and each item in the diagram should be clearly labelled;

.3 be supported by a short description.

Photocopies

� Photocopies from ship’s manuals and other people’s work (e.g. Chief Officer’s cargo plans) are not in themselves evidence although you may wish to refer to them in a report.

Appendix 2–3

Guidance to Masters and Officers GeneralAs soon as possible after the cadet joins the ship, ensure that the cadet completes the Priority and Familiarisation tasks in Section 4.

Inspect the Task Summary Sheet in Section 3 to gain an overview of progress to date and arrange the cadet’s duties to develop experience within the operationalrequirements of the vessel.

Arrange for the completion of the tasks relating to Unit 203 during the cadet’s first two months at sea. This covers the requirements for a Steering Certificate and will contribute to the requirements of the Navigation Watch Rating Certificate.

After the first sea phase arrange for adequate watchkeeping experience for cadets who are following programmes leading to Level 3 and Officer of the Watch Certificates of Competency. At least 6 months of the last 12 months sea service needs to be on duties associated with bridge watchkeeping, under the supervision of a certificated deck officer.

‘Signing off’ tasks and reports Officers and others who sign off tasks should enter the date on which the task was completed (see also the guidance under ‘About this Portfolio’ at the start of this section) and, if not already done, enter appropriate details in the signatures in Section 3 as part of the authentication process.

A qualified assessor will carry out the formal assessment of competence based on the evidence contained in the Portfolio and obtained from other sources. The assessors will need to be sure that they are looking at the candidate’s own work and that the various tasks have been completed to a satisfactory standard. Only authenticated evidence is admitted for the qualification.

Towards the end of each voyage the Designated Shipboard Training Officer (DSTO) should ensure that all tasks completed to date have been signed off. If progress has been made with a task but the cadet is not yet consideredproficient, the DSTO should record this in the comment section so that furtherwork can be carried over to the next ship (Section 5).

When the tasks have been completed on a page, the DSTO should review performance in the area of work against the criteria and sign the ‘proficient’section (see also the guidance under ‘About this Portfolio’ at the start of thissection). If there are concerns about performance against one or two criteria, then these should be identified in the comments on exceptions; this is likely to occur towards the end of the final voyage under training. Identifying these exceptions will enable the assessor to determine what further development is required prior to qualification (Section 5).

Reviews of ProgressThe DSTO should review the cadet’s progress on a regular basis. It is suggested that a set time is agreed each week when the cadet prepares and hands in the Portfolio for inspection. Establishing a routine will save time and ensure anefficient process.

Appendix 2–4

The DSTO should complete the comments of the DSTO’s monthly review ofprogress before passing on to the Master for comment (Section 3).

The Master should make monthly entries on progress as informed by observation, the task summary sheet and the DSTO’s comments (Section 3).

The Company Training Officer will inspect the portfolio and comment on progress at the end of the voyage (Section 3).

Watchkeeping testimonials At the end of the voyage the Master should complete and sign the Sea Service Testimonial (Deck) that will be required by the candidate when applying for an MCA Certificate of Competency (Section 2).

Appendix 2–5

Appendix 3 Order of work - first sea phase Training aboard ship should be seen as a natural process of achievement and development of professional competence over time, with emphasis shifting from basic safety and seamanship in the initial phase to understudying the work and role of a certificated officer in the final phase.

The Master and officers need to be aware of what cadets have been taught and are capable of doing at each stage of their training. Their training can then be planned and organised around tasks in the Portfolio that apply and build upon the skills, knowledge and understanding learnt during preceding college phases, rather than a random selection of work for which they may be ill prepared.

It is impossible to be too prescriptive but the table below indicates the approximate percentages of the time within each seagoing phase that would be appropriate for the main areas of training:

Sea Phase Ship Operations Maintenance,Drills and Port

Duties

Bridge Duties Study

First 60% 20% 10% 10%

Second 40% 20% 25% 15%

Third 20% 20% 50% 10%

An overview of all the tasks and reports to be undertaken for the N/SVQ MarineVessel Support at Level 2 is given below. The tasks have been arranged in a logical order based on the likely level of experience of the cadet. For instance, a first trip cadet could begin with safety tasks in month one, further safety tasks, steering and mooring in month two, and so forth. The example assumes that the first sea phase is of four months duration.

It provides an example of the way in which the order of work might be prioritised although, in practice, it will need to be adjusted as necessary to take account of the operational requirements of the vessel and the ability and motivation of the cadets. At best, therefore, it is simply a guide to assist the shipboard trainingofficer and the cadets to organise practical training and experience aboard ship and to monitor and review progress.

A similar table is provided in the Training Portfolio to provide a summary ofcompleted tasks and units. The record in the Portfolio will:

� inform the reviews of progress against planned achievement when the shipboard training officer and the Master endorse the Portfolio as part of their monthly inspections;

� provide a suitable report to transmit to the Company Training Officer if a request is made for a progress report;

� support continuity of training as the cadets move around different ships during the course of their training.

Appendix 3–1

Please note that:

� the target month for completion of the task or report is indicated in the right hand column (assuming a four-month phase);

� some of the tasks will be simulated at the college or assessment centre.These are indicated by ‘C’ in the right hand column;

� some of the tasks will provide evidence for more than one unit. These areindicated by shading in the left hand column.

UNIT 121: TAKE PERSONAL EMERGENCY ACTION ON BOARD SHIPMonth

121.1 Respond to emergencies on board 11.1 Recognises different emergencies and knows how to raise alarm 11.2 Knows initial action to take in response to emergency 11.3 Communicates information clearly to emergency personnel 11.4 Has basic knowledge of emergency systems 11.5 Responds appropriately to all alarm status situations 11.6 Report on safety awareness tour on joining vessel 1

121.2 Fight fires at sea 32.1 Accommodation fire drill – as a team member 22.2 Oil fire/open deck drill– as a team member 32.3 Machinery space fire drill – as a team member 32.4 Accommodation search & rescue drill – as a team member 22.5 Start emergency fire pump; recharge extinguishers 32.6 Report on FF equipment at each emergency team station 12.7 Report make a plan of the location of FF appliances on the vessel 12.8 Report list sequence for starting fire pump, connect to fire main 22.9 Simulation Basic training in fire prevention and fire fighting course C

121.3 Survive at sea in the event of abandonment 23.1 Assist in routine maintenance & checks to survival craft 23.2 Assist in launching and recovery of survival craft – as a team member 23.3 Report list details of survival craft on vessel 13.4 Report on additional survival aids carried on vessel 13.5 Simulation Basic training in personal survival techniques C

121.4 Apply immediate basic first aid at sea 34.1 Knows the action of the first responder 34.2 Rescue & care of casualty drill – as a team member 34.3 Report list first aid equipment available 14.4 Simulation Basic training in elementary first aid C

Appendix 3–2

UNIT 125: TAKE CHARGE OF SURVIVAL CRAFT AND RESCUE BOATS Month

125.1 Take charge of the launch and recovery of craft 41.1 Assist in launching & recovery during drill – as a team member 21.2 Take charge of preparation of craft – under supervision 31.3 Take charge of launching & recovery of craft – under supervision 41.4 Report list sequence of events for task 1.3 41.5 Simulation Proficiency in survival craft and rescue boats C

125.2 Control craft operations 42.1 Take charge of survival craft from launching to recovery 42.2 Report on abandonment scenario 42.3 Simulation Proficiency in survival craft and rescue boats C

UNIT 131: PREPARE FOR MAINTENANCEMonth

131.1 Prepare for maintenance 41.1 Understands the ship’s permit to work system 31.2 Understands precautions for working in hazardous areas 31.3 Has knowledge of the ship’s planned maintenance system 3

Demonstrates an understanding of the safe working practices and procedures for:-1.4 1. Entry into enclosed spaces 31.5 2. Work aloft and outboard 31.6 3. Use of lifting gear 31.7 4. Use of power operated tools 31.8 5. Use of protective clothing 31.9 6. Manual lifting and carrying 3

1.10 7. Disposal of waste material 11.11 Prepares for maintenance to standards 31.12 Report on maintenance of cargo/operations/lifting gear.(part 1 of 2) 41.13 Report on cleaning and “touch up” maintenance of paintwork.(part 1

of 2) 3

1.14 Report on preparation and coating of steelwork.(part 1 of 2) 3

131.2 Carry out maintenance 4Assist in undertaking routine or non-routine maintenance to the following:-

2.1 Vents, weathertight doors, hatches, tank lids, escape hatches, etc. 32.2 Windlass, winches, roller leads, etc. 32.3 Lifeboats, contents, falls, winch, brake, etc. 42.4 Inspection & maintenance of other LSA equipment 32.5 Inspection & maintenance of FF equipment 32.6 Inspection & maintenance of mooring ropes and wires 32.7 Inspection & maintenance of lifting gear, blocks, wires, ropes, slings,

etc.4

2.8 Cargo gear, operations gear, store crane, accommodation ladder, etc. 42.9 Cleaning and maintenance of paintwork: bulkheads, decks 3

2.10 Preparation of steelwork and the application of protective coatings 32.11 Report on maintenance of cargo/operations/lifting gear.(part 2 of 2) 42.12 Report on cleaning and “touch up” maintenance of paintwork.(part 2

of 2) 3

2.13 Report on preparation and coating of steelwork.(part 2 of 2) 3

Appendix 3–3

UNIT 141: MAINTAIN PERSONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY ON BOARDSHIP

Month141.1 Maintain personal health and safety 4

Demonstrates an ability to work safely in the following activities:-1.1 Accommodation fire drill – as a team member 21.2 Assist in launching and recovery of survival craft – as a team member 21.3 Maintenance of cargo gear, store crane, accommodation ladder, etc. 41.4 Cleaning and maintenance of paintwork: bulkheads, decks 31.5 Preparation of steelwork and the application of protective coatings 31.6 Anchoring operations 31.7 Mooring operations 31.8 Rigging of gangways, accommodation & pilot ladders 31.9 Operate and shut down deck equipment 4

1.10 Report on tending the crew working aloft or outboard 3

141.2 Maintain the safety of the work environment 4Ability to support the safety of others and care of the environment in the following:-

2.1 Accommodation fire drill – as a team member 22.2 Assist in launching and recovery of survival craft – as a team member 22.3 Maintenance of cargo gear, store crane, accommodation ladder, etc. 42.4 Cleaning and maintenance of paintwork: bulkheads, decks 32.5 Preparation of steelwork and the application of protective coatings 32.6 Anchoring operations 32.7 Mooring operations 32.8 Rigging of gangways, accommodation & pilot ladders 32.9 Operate and shut down deck equipment 4

2.10 Report on tending the crew working aloft or outboard 3

UNIT 201: CONTRIBUTE TO MOORING, ANCHORING AND SECURITY OF THE VESSEL

Month201.1 Carry out anchoring operations 3

1.1 Clear away and walk back anchor 31.2 Let go or walk back anchor in a controlled manner 31.3 Weigh the anchor and secure for sea 31.4 Report on your involvement in anchoring operations 3

201.2 Carry out mooring operations 32.1 Assist in preparing for mooring operations 22.2 Secure and let go tugs 32.3 Moor & unmoor the vessel forward – as part of a team 32.4 Moor and unmoor the vessel aft – as part of a team 22.5 Stopper off a rope and wire 32.6 Rig gangways and accommodation ladders under supervision 22.7 Rig pilot ladders under supervision 22.8 Tie and use a range of common knots & splices used today 32.9 Report on rigging safe access to the vessel 2

Appendix 3–4

Unit 201 – continued

Month201.3 Maintain a deck watch when moored or anchored 2

3.1 Maintain watch in support of the OOW 23.2 Make rounds of the vessel and maintain security 23.3 Display appropriate flags/lights as instructed 23.4 Monitor and report port officials and visitors to the ship 23.5 Report on general port watchkeeping duties 2

201.4 Secure the vessel 24.1 Secure the mooring area and stow all ropes 24.2 Stow and secure all equipment on completion of operations 24.3 Secure equipment and stores and prepare v/l for heavy weather 24.4 Report list actions to secure vessel for heavy weather 2

UNIT 203 – CONTRIBUTE TO MAINTAINING A BRIDGE WATCHMonth

203.1 Assist in maintaining a navigational watch 31.1 Follow correct procedure for accepting the watch at sea or at anchor 31.2 Follow correct procedure handing over the watch at sea or at anchor 31.3 Perform lookout duties and promptly report objects correctly 31.4 Monitor the weather, ship and the environment and report changes 31.5 Assist the OOW in weather obs. and monitor crew movements about

ship3

1.6 Acknowledges and understands instructions and reports info clearly 31.7 Demonstrates a knowledge of all visual means of indicating distress 31.8 Displays flags and signals to instruction 3

203.2 Steer a vessel 22.1 Steer a steady course by gyro, magnetic & visual reference 22.2 Communicates helm orders correctly 22.3 Executes helm orders correctly, understands comp. and rudder

indicators2

2.4 Counters the effect of wind, sea state and ship’s speed 22.5 Steers the ship correctly under direction in congested waters 22.6 Changeover from auto to hand steering and vice versa 22.7 Steers the ship for at least 10 hours excluding periods of instruction 2

UNIT 411: CONTRIBUTE TO VESSEL OPERATIONS Month

411.1 Prepare for vessel operations 41.1 As part of a team, prepares systems for operations 21.2 Check the function of equipment prior to commencement of

operations3

1.3 Confirm preparedness of v/l & equip prior to commencement of operations

3

1.4 Communicates effectively at all times in a seamanlike manner 31.5 Reports irregularities, defects & damage in good time 31.6 Report diagram of operational system 21.7 Report on action taken on dealing with defective equipment 4

Appendix 3–5

Unit 411 – continued

Month411.2 Carry out vessel operations 4

2.1 Carry out appropriate task in relation to vessel operations 32.2 Operate equipment used in vessel operations safely 32.3 Communicate effectively on equipment performance 32.4 Recognise and report irregularities in good time 32.5 On completion, shut down systems and stow equipment 32.6 As a team member take part in emergency operations drill 32.7 Report - Detail your duties when involved in vessel operations 42.8 Report on the emergency drill in 2.6 above 3

UNIT 511: CONTRIBUTE TO OIL TANKER CARGO OPERATIONSMonth

511.1 Prepare the vessel for oil tanker operations 41.1 As part of a team prepare the maindeck and cargo systems for

operations2

1.2 Check the function of equipment prior to commencement of operations

3

1.3 Confirm the preparedness of vessel and equipment prior to startingops.

3

1.4 Communicates effectively at all times in a seamanlike manner 31.5 Reports irregularities, defects & damage in good time 31.6 Demonstrates an ability to trace cargo and ballast pipeline systems 21.7 Report – Draw a plan of the cargo pipeline system 21.8 Report – Describe your duties in support of the cargo officer in

operations4

511.2 Carry out oil tanker cargo operations as directed 42.1 Carry out appropriate tasks in relation to vessel operations as directed 32.2 Operate the cargo measurement equipment for ullage, temp &

samples2

2.3 Communicate effectively on readings and equipment performance 22.4 Recognises and reports irregularities, defects & damage in good time 32.5 On completion, shut down systems and stow equipment 22.6 As a team member take part in an emergency oil spill drill 32.7 Report - Detail your duties when involved in oil cargo operations 42.8 Report – Detail your duties from starting topping off to securing v/l for

sea4

Appendix 3–6

Appendix 4

Underpinning KnowledgeNational/Scottish Vocational Qualification

Level 3 Marine Vessel Operations

Key

Prefix: W – Operational (watchkeeping) Level

followed by: N – NavigationO – OperationsM – Management

and a number: ‘x’ – to refer to STCW Competence Headings

Appendix 4–1

Second college phase of the HND cadet programmes The following subjects from Part 1 of the NHD in Nautical Science are studied during the second college phase. Details of the content of these units are given against the ‘knowledge code’ listed below):

Unit title Unit No Knowledge code

Chartwork 2 WN1.2.1 to 3, 5, 7 WN1.2.9, 10, 11

Tides and sailings 3 WN1.2.6, 8

Ship construction 9 WO2.2 all

PSC&RB WO4

Third college phase of the HND cadet programme The balance of academic subjects in Part 1 of the HND in Nautical Science is completed during the third college phase:

Unit title Unit No Knowledge code

Celestialnavigation

1 WN1.1 all

Meteorology 1 4 WN1.7 all

Bridgewatchkeeping

5 WN1.5 all; WN 1.6 all; WN2.1.1, 3;WN2.1.5; WN8.1 all

Emergencyresponse andcommunications

6 WN4.1 all; WN5.1 all; WN6.1 all; WN7.1 all; WN8.2.3

Cargo work 7 WC1.1 all; WO1.1 all; WN8.3 all

Ship stability 1 8 WO2.1 all

Marine law and management

10 WO6.1 all; WM1.1 all; WM1.2 all

Medical First Aid(MFA)

WO5

Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF)

WO3

Navigation, Radar and ARPA Simulator Training (Operational).(NARAS(O))

WN1.2.4; WN1.3 all; WN1.4 all; WN2.1.4;WN3.1 all

Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)

Appendix 4–2

WN Navigation at Operational Level

WN1 Plan and conduct a passage and determine position

WN1.1 Celestial Navigation

WN1.1.1. Know the concept of the celestial sphere and use the Nautical Almanac

(a) Use of planet and star diagrams in the Nautical Almanac(b) Use of the Nautical Almanac to find the GHA, LHA and declination of

Sun stars and planets(c) UTC, LMT, standard time and Zone Time

WN1.1.2. Use instruments and apply corrections to obtain True Altitude and UTC

(a) The sextant, errors and their adjustment. Sextant observations of Sun,stars and planets

(b) Use of Nautical Almanac altitude correction tables

(c) Twilight: Use of Nautical Almanac to find the time for star observations

(d) Chronometer error. Time signals

WN1.1.3. Obtain Latitude by meridian altitude

(a) Use of Nautical Almanac to find the time of meridian passage for the Sun

(b) Application of TZD to declination to obtain latitude

WN1.1.4. Obtain latitude by pole star observation

(a) Correction of true altitude of Polaris to obtain position line and latitude

WN1.1.5. Obtain the direction of a position line and a position through which it passesfrom celestial observations

(a) Marc St. Hilaire method (by calculation or Short Method Tables) to obtain a position line and a point through which it passes

(b) Plotting position lines

WN1.1.6. Obtain Compass Error from celestial observations

(a) Calculation of compass error and deviation by means of azimuths ofcelestial bodies and amplitude of the Sun

(b) Pole star

WN1.1.7. Fix the vessel's position by means of celestial observations

(a) Position fixing by simultaneous observations and plotting position lines

(b) Position fixing with a run between sights. Plotting transferred positionlines

WN1.1.8. Select suitable stars for observation

(a) Star charts or Short Method Tables to pre-compute altitudes andazimuths of stars to determine availability for position fixing

(b) NP323 Starfinder and identifier

(c) Magnitudes and star constellations

WN1.2 Terrestrial and coastal navigation

WN1.2.1. Demonstrate a knowledge of charts and publications carried aboard ship

(a) Navigation and routeing charts, Sailing Directions and Chart Catalogue

Appendix 4–3

(b) Notices to Mariners: Annual Summary, Weekly Notices, Cumulative listof Notices to Mariners

(c) Nautical Almanac, Tide Tables, Tidal Stream Atlases, Distance Tables

(d) Admiralty List of Lights, Admiralty List of Radio Signals

(e) Ocean Passages for the World. IMO Ships Routeing

(f) Guide to Port Entry and similar commercial publications

WN1.2.2. Demonstrate a knowledge and use of Mercator Charts

(a) Navigational properties of the Mercator chart

(b) Natural scale, distance measurement and chart co-ordinates

(c) Plots a position on the chart by:

(i) Latitude and longitude

(ii) Bearing and range

(d) The meaning of chart symbols and abbreviations

WN1.2.3. Demonstrate a knowledge of chart folio systems and their care

(a) Chart Folio Systems

(b) Handling and storage of charts and publications. Precautions taken to prolong the life of charts. Charts for the passage, sequencing

(c) Procedures for ordering new editions and publications. Automatic ordering systems

WN1.2.4. Understand and demonstrate the proper use of Electronic Chart DisplaySystems

WN1.2.5. Know the procedures for and make the necessary corrections to updatecharts and publications including ECDIS

(a) Correction logs for charts and publications

(b) Chart catalogue, weekly and cumulative lists of Admiralty Notices to Mariners

(c) Weekly Notices to Mariners and Commercial systems to correct, recordand cross reference:

(i) Navigational charts, Last correction checks

(ii) Admiralty List of Radio Signals

(iii) Admiralty List of Lights

(iv) Admiralty Sailing Directions

(v) Temporary and Preliminary notices

(vi) Navigation warnings, nav areas, Hydrolants and Hydropacs

(vii) Radio navigational warnings

WN1.2.6. Know navigational terms and use formulae to calculate DR and EP

(a) The Earth: Shape and compression

(b) The Earth as a sphere: Great circle, small circle, spherical angles andtriangles

(c) Earth’s poles, equator and meridians

(d) Latitude, parallel of Latitude, prime meridian, longitude, D.Lat and D.Long

(e) International nautical mile

Appendix 4–4

(f) Position line, position circle

(g) True course, rhumbline and departure

(h) The relationship between departure and D.Long

(i) Plane and parallel sailing formulas

(j) Mean latitude

(k) Meridional parts and DMPs. Mercator sailing formula

(l) Great Circle and Composite GC Sailing

(m) Calculation of course to steer and distance between ports andwaypoints

(n) Calculation of ETAs

WN1.2.7. Know and use visual methods of position fixing using charted objects and compass errors by transit

(a) Navigation drawing instruments, parallel rulers, dividers and compasses

(b) The identification of suitable charted objects

(c) Conversion of compass or gyro courses to true. Calculation of compass error and deviation by means of transit

(d) Determination of variation and deviation using charts, curves and tables

(e) The taking of, and use of cross bearings and transits to fix a position

(f) Reliability of fixes. The cocked hat

(g) Single position lines, the running fix

(h) Soundings to verify position

(i) The calculation of the distance at which lights should be sighted. Use of range diagrams

(j) Plotting DR and EP by measurements on the chart from coursesteered, log distance, log speed and time, leeway and estimated setand drift. Water and ground tracks

WN1.2.8. Know the general theory on the causes of tides and perform calculationsinvolving times and heights of tides worldwide

(a) Cause of spring and neap Tides, height of tide, MHWS, MLWS, MHWN, MLWN, range of tide, chart datum, height of charted objects, dryingheights

(b) Finding the height of HW and LW at standard ports using tide tables

(c) Finding the height of HW and LW at secondary ports using tide tables

(d) Spring and Neap ranges

(e) Tide tables and tidal curves to calculate the height of tide at a giventime and the time the tide will reach a given height

(f) Correction of soundings to chart datum

(g) Use of computer programs to obtain tidal information

(h) Reliability of predictions

WN1.2.9. WN1.2.9 Know how to make adjustments to the vessels course and speedto take account of the passage plan requirements

(a) Adjustments for changes in compass error

(b) Finding the compass course to steer to counteract a current/tidalstream and or leeway

Appendix 4–5

(c) Finding the compass course to steer and the ETA to make a passageplan way point by measurement from the chart or by calculation

WN1.2.10. Understand fundamental principles of passage planning

(a) Stages in making a passage plan

(b) Following a passage plan

(c) Making a landfall

WN1.2.11. Understand routeing instructions and guidelines

(a) IMO Ships Routeing Guide

(b) International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, Rule 10

(c) Admiralty Chart 5500 Mariners Routeing Guide

WN1.3 Electronic systems of position fixing and navigation

WN1.3.1. Understand the principles of operation and demonstrate the proper use of electronic navigational position fixing systems

(a) The criteria specified for the appropriate section of the NARAS(O) or(F)ENS documents

WN1.3.2. Understand the principles of operation and demonstrate the proper use of the Loran C System

(a) The criteria specified for the appropriate section of the NARAS(O) or(F)ENS documents

WN1.3.3. Understand the principles of operation and demonstrate the proper use of satellite positioning systems

(a) The criteria specified for the appropriate section of the NARAS(O) or(F)ENS documents

WN1.3.4. Understand the principles of operation and demonstrate the proper use of the electronic log

(a) The criteria specified for the appropriate section of the NARAS(O) or(F)ENS documents

WN1.3.5. Select position fixing methods from those available

(a) The criteria specified for the appropriate section of the NARAS(O) or(F)ENS documents

WN1.4 Echo sounders

WN1.4.1. Understand the principles of operation and demonstrate the proper use of the marine echo sounder

(a) The criteria specified for the appropriate section of the NARAS(O) or(F)ENS documents

WN1.5 Compass – magnetic and gyro

WN1.5.1. (Revision of SN1.1.1)

(a) Understand the information supplied by ships compasses

(b) Magnetic Compass: card graduation in degrees. Compass bowl andbinnacle. Dangers of magnetic material in the vicinity of the compass, M NoticesStandard compass, steering compass, projector compass, reflectorcompass transmitting magnetic compass, including fluxgate compass

(c) Gyro compass, including fibre-optic gyro compass, and repeaters.Checking and comparison with magnetic compass

(d) Compass alarms and off course alarms

Appendix 4–6

(e) Azimuth mirrors

WN1.5.2. Demonstrate a knowledge of the causes and nature of magnetic compasserrors

(a) The Earth’s magnetic field and its changes with position and time

(b) Relevant M Notices on the use of magnetic compasses

(c) Changes in compass error created by changes in ship’s head andship’s position

(d) Circumstances when a magnetic compass may become unreliable

WN1.5.3. Know limitations of the gyro compass

(a) Latitude, course and speed error

(b) Settling error

(c) On high speed craft

WN1.6 Steering and control systems

WN1.6.1. Know the components of steering systems, and their function

(a) Manual steering systems: The wheel, helm indicators, steering motor,rudder, rudder indicators and rate of turn indicators

(b) Emergency steering systems: Change over procedures

(c) Auto-pilot: Controller unit, rudder feedback indicator, altering course by the tiller control. Manual controls for optimising performance. The adaptive auto-pilot. Change over procedures

(d) Instruction manuals and M Notices relating to steering systems

WN1.6.2. (Revision of SN1.1.2)

(a) Know the various forms in which steering information is relayed to the helmsman

(b) Helm orders: Altering course by helm orders

(c) Course keeping and altering course by compass. Making largealterations

(d) Maintaining course by shore mark

(e) Communication between helmsman and watchkeeper. Importance ofrepeating orders

(f) The effect of weather, ships speed and condition of loading on thesteering

WN1.7 Meteorology

Note: The level of knowledge and understanding required in paragraphs WN1.7.1 to WN1.7.8 should be sufficient to enable an Officer of the Watch to interpretmeteorological information

WN1.7.1. Know how to make accurate meteorological observations and use W.M.O.codes

(a) The principles and use of instruments

(i) Aneroid and precision aneroid barometers

(ii) Barograph

(iii) Mason’s hygrometer, Marine screen and whirling psychrometer

(iv) Sea temperature apparatus

(b) Non-instrumental meteorological observations

Appendix 4–7

(i) Waves

(ii) Wind - true and apparent. Beaufort Scale

(iii) Horizontal visibility

(iv) Types of cloud

(c) W.M.O.

(i) Organisation of W.M.O. and the observing network

(ii) Coding of ship’s observations

WN1.7.2. Know the structure, and methods of heating and cooling of the troposphere

(a) Variation of surface temperatures

(b) Environmental Lapse Rate and its variation including temperature inversions

WN1.7.3. Understand the forces producing winds

(a) Pressure, units, isobars, pressure gradient, pressure gradient force

(b) Coriolis force, cyclostrophic force, friction

(c) Geostrophic wind scale, Buys Ballot's Law

(d) Land and sea breezes, katabatic winds

WN1.7.4. Understand the processes of formation of cloud and precipitation, and the causes of reduced visibility

(a) Changes of state of water in the atmosphere, and latent heat

(b) Adiabatic temperature changes

(c) Atmospheric stability

(d) Methods of cloud formation as related to atmospheric stability, clouddecay

(e) Precipitation types and processes of formation

(f) Formation of various types of fog and mist, and the development of haze

(g) Formation of dew and frost

WN1.7.5. Know the general circulation of the atmosphere and the main climatic zonesover the oceans

(a) Characteristics and location of the main climatic zones over the oceans

(b) Pressure distribution and prevailing winds in January and July

(c) Areas and seasons of Tropical Revolving Storms

WN1.7.6. Identify on surface charts the main synoptic patterns and air masses, and describe the weather associated with each including local winds

(a) Frontal depression including families and secondary depressions

(b) Non-frontal depressions and non-frontal troughs

(c) Anticyclones

(d) Ridge of high pressure

(e) Polar, Tropical, Arctic and Antarctic air masses

(f) Monsoons

WN1.7.7. Know the weather services available to shipping

(a) Major types of weather bulletins and surface charts

Appendix 4–8

(b) Methods of transmission and availability

WN1.7.8. Know principal ocean currents

(a) Location, name and direction of the principal surface ocean currents

(b) Classification of currents as warm or cold where appropriate

WN2 Maintain a safe navigational watch

WN2.1 Watchkeeping

WN2.1.1. Know and use regulations and systems for the safe movement of vessels

(a) A full knowledge of the content and application of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea

(b) IALA Buoyage System A: Direction of buoyage, recognition of marks from shape, colour, topmark and light. Takes the correct action on meeting marks

(c) IALA Buoyage, System B: Direction of buoyage, recognition of marks from shape, colour, topmark and light. Takes the correct action on meeting marks

WN2.1.2. Know bridge watchkeeping procedures

(a) Procedures itemised in current national and international regulationsand guidelines. Calling the Master when in doubt as to the position of the ship. Checks to navigation equipment

(b) Knows the principles of passage planning in sufficient depth to be ableto safely follow a prepared passage plan:

(i) Knows information contained in a passage plan and factors affecting its execution

(ii) Monitors the progress of the vessel on a pre-planned track

WN2.1.3. Understand the procedures relating to communications with bridge and engine personnel

(a) Routine and emergency communication procedures with enginepersonnel: use of telegraphs, bridge control systems

(b) Instruments relaying information

(c) Reasons for notice to the engine room of reductions in speed

WN2.1.4. Understand the basic principles of and demonstrate ability to apply effective bridge watchkeeping and teamwork procedure

(a) The criteria specified for the appropriate section of the NARAS(O) document

or

(b) Bridge watchkeeping and teamwork

WN2.1.5. Know action to take if ice or icing is observed or suspected

(a) Signs indicating the proximity of ice

(b) Methods of avoiding or reducing ice accumulation

(c) Obligation to report ice and ice accretion

Appendix 4–9

WN3 Use of radar and ARPA to maintain the safety of navigation

WN3.1 Radar Navigation

WN3.1.1. Understand the principles of operation and demonstrate the proper use of marine radar and ARPA equipment to maintain safety of navigation

(a) The criteria specified for the appropriate section of the NARAS(O) or(F)ENS documents

or(b) Marine radar and ARPA

WN4 Respond to emergencies

WN4.1 Emergency Procedures

WN4.1.1. Know the meaning and type of alarms fitted to bridge equipment, and knowthe action to take in the event of malfunction or failure of bridge equipment

(a) Calling the Master and complying with orders

(b) Communicating with others

(c) Safety of the vessel

(d) Action to take following alarm indicating failure of:

(i) Navigation lights

(ii) Navigation aids

(iii) Compasses

(iv) Autopilot and steering systems

(v) Bridge control or Engine Telegraph

WN4.1.2. Know the contingency plans and action to take as OOW in the event of emergencies at sea or in port as applicable, including

(a) Main engine failure

(b) Steering gear failure

(c) Man overboard

(d) Fire

(e) Dragging anchor

(f) Imminent collision and collision

(g) Stranding and grounding

(h) Flooding

(i) Passenger and/or cargo emergencies

(j) Stability emergencies

(k) Parting of lines and tow ropes

(l) Piracy, terrorist activity, armed robbery and other security issues

(m) Abandon ship

In each case the following is to be included in compliance with shipboard contingencyplans, standing orders and company instructions and guidance:

(i) Precautions for the protection and safety of persons on board

Appendix 4–10

(ii) Initial actions and response

(iii) Communications and signals required

(iv) Procedures to be followed

WN5 Respond to a distress signals at sea

WN5.1 Search and Rescue

WN5.1.1. Recognise Distress, Urgency and Safety signals

(a) Annex IV International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea.SOLAS, IAMSAR Manual. Annual Summary Admiralty Notice to Mariners-Notice No.4

(b) Ships in distress, Statutory Distress Signals, EPIRBs and SARTs

(c) Radio watch for and reception of distress signals

(d) Sunken submarine

(e) Aircraft casualties at sea

(f) RT Distress procedure

(g) Instructions to lookouts

WN5.1.2. Know how to communicate with the distressed craft in accordance withInternational Regulations and procedures

(a) Action on receiving a distress signal

(b) Recording the distress message

(c) IAMSAR manual: communications

WN5.1.3. Know how to obtain information on the position and nature of the distress

(a) Components of the distress message

(b) Identification, position, nature and kind of assistance required. Other information

(c) Technique of homing on radio signals

WN5.1.4. Know the further action required to comply with contingency planning and master's instructions

(a) IAMSAR manual: Action by assisting ships

(b) Immediate action. Proceeding to the area of distress

(c) On board preparation. Aircraft casualties at sea

(d) Follow a contingency plan

WN5.1.5. Know the general arrangements for search and rescue

(a) The Global Maritime Distress and Safety system

(b) In addition to ships, the assistance which may be given by authoritiesaround the coast of the United Kingdom

(c) Ships' Position and reporting systems

Appendix 4–11

WN6 Use of English to communicate

WN6.1 Action to take when language difficulties arise

WN6.1.1. Know and use the sources of phrases and codes to aid communication

(a) IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases

(b) International Code of Signals

(c) Current M Notices

WN7 Transmit and receive information by visual signalling

WN7.1 Visual Signalling

WN7.1.1. Send and receive signals in the "International Code of Signals”

(a) Send and receive signals in Morse code by light

(i) Receive twenty letters and numbers in a period of two minutes

(ii) Transmit letters and numbers

(iii) Morse signalling procedures

(b) The recognition of all code flags

(c) Single letter meanings of code flags

(d) Distress signals

(e) Use of the phonetic alphabet

(f) Encoding and decoding messages

(g) Procedures as defined in the International Code of Signals

(h) Records of signals are complete, accurate and comply with guidelinesand procedures

WN7.1.2. Know visual safety, urgency and distress signals

(a) Visual signals identified in the Annual Summary Admiralty Notice to Mariners and Annex IV of the Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea

WN8 Manoeuvre the ship

WN8.1 Manoeuvring the vessel

WN8.1.1. Knowledge of the effects on manoeuvring, turning circles and stoppingdistances of:

(a) Deadweight

(b) Draught and trim

(c) Speed and rudder angle

(d) Transverse thrust

(e) Single, twin and controllable pitch and fixed pitch propellers

(f) Underkeel clearance

(g) Wind, current and tidal stream

(h) Squat and shallow water effects

Appendix 4–12

(i) Vessel/vessel and vessel/bank interaction

(j) Interaction between tugs and vessels. Dangers of girding

(k) Dangers of pitching, pounding, rolling, synchronous rolling, racing andbroaching to

WN8.1.2. Know how to make the following manoeuvres

(a) Turning short round

(b) Emergency stop

(c) Man overboard manoeuvres

(d) Manoeuvre to minimise collision damage

(e) Turning in heavy weather

WN8.2 Anchoring and Mooring

WN8.2.1. (Revision of SO 6.1.1)

(a) Know the safety precautions to be observed when securing the vesselwhen mooring and anchoring

(b) Relevant sections from Merchant Shipping and HSE Regulations, MNotices, Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seamen, Company regulations and requirements, Manufacturers’recommendations

(c) Personal safety equipment and clothing. Importance of sufficient personnel during mooring. Dangers of rope bights. Safe positionswhen towing or mooring ropes under strain

(d) Safe operation of winches, windlass, drum ends, tension winches(manual and self-tensioning mode), capstans and self-stowing ropes

(e) Preparation of deck machinery for operation in all temperatures

WN8.2.2. (Revision of SO 6.1.2)

(a) Knowledge of anchors, cables and associated gear

(b) Types of anchor in common use on merchant vessels

(c) Parts of anchors, use of anchor buoy

(d) Spurling and hawsepipe

(e) Connection and marking of anchor cables. Chain lockers andconnections

(f) Bitter end and slipping of cable

(g) Bow stoppers and other securing devices

(h) Importance of, and methods of ensuring watertight integrity

(i) The securing of anchors and cables for sea

(j) Lights, shapes and sound signals for vessels at anchor

WN8.2.3. Know the use of anchors sufficient to ensure that the OOW could undertakeduties involved in coming to a single anchor

(a) Anchoring terminology

(b) Safe use of machinery used when anchoring

(c) Safety precautions to be observed when securing the vessel at anchor

(d) Preparations for anchoring with a single anchor

(e) Factors affecting the amount of cable to use

Appendix 4–13

(f) Communications during anchoring operations

WN8.2.4. (Revision of SO 6.1.4)

(a) Knowledge of mooring terminology and the mooring systems of variousship types

(b) Head and stern ropes, breast ropes, towing springs, back springs

(c) Shore moorings. Firewires and slipwires

(d) Mooring bitts, fairleads, Panama leads and roller leads

(e) Communications and keeping moorings clear of thrusters andpropellers

WN8.2.5. (Revision of SO 6.1.5)

(a) Know the characteristics, safe handling and use of ropes used in mooring

(b) Safe use of natural fibre, man-made fibre, wire and combination ropes

(c) Correct use of knots, splices, bends, hitches and stoppers

(d) Procedures making fast to fixed terminals and jetties. Mooring to buoys, single point moorings and exposed location buoys

(e) Adjusting moorings when alongside. Warping along a quay

(f) Use of fenders and overboard discharge covers

(g) Securing the mooring area on departure

WN8.3 Safe Means of Access

WN8.3.1. (Revision of SO 6.2.1)

(a) Know the safety requirements and how to rig, recover and maintainmeans of access to the vessel

(b) Gangways, accommodation ladders and other approved accesssystems

(c) Pilot hoists and ladders

(d) Safe movement on board ship

(e) Effects of tide

(f) Changes of draught and trim

(g) The effects of wind, waves, swell, and passing vessels

WC Cargo handling and stowage at the Operational Level

WC1 Monitor the loading, stowage, securing and unloading of cargoes and theircare during the voyage

WC1.1 Cargo Handling, Stowage and Securing

WC1.1.1. Know the principles and safe working practices for the proper loading,stowage and carriage of Dry, Refrigerated, Unitised, Containerised, Ro Ro and Bulk Cargoes

(a) Relevant chapters of the Code of Safe Working Practices for Merchant Seaman

(b) M' Notices relating to cargo handling and carriage

Appendix 4–14

(c) Cargo planning - Interpreting cargo plans

(d) Calculations of volume, weight, height, stowage factor and brokenstowage

(e) Separation and marking of cargo

(f) Cargo documentation

(h) The purpose and method of dunnaging cargoes

(i) Approval, maintenance and safe use of cargo handling equipmentincluding:

(i) winches

(g) Preparation and Inspection of cargo compartments for loading

(ii) derricks

(iii) cranes

(iv) hooks, slings and approved devices for specialised cargoes

(v) fork trucks and other mobile equipment

(j) Safe procedures to be adopted for operating cargo compartmentaccess equipment - hatches and hatchcovers, internal rampways,side/bow/stern doors and ramps

(k) Procedures for the stowage and securing of cargoes including the content of the relevant international codes for the following:

(i) containers

(ii) Ro-Ro

(iii) refrigerated

(iv) deck

(v) bulk, including coal and grain

(vi) packaged dangerous goods

(vii) break bulk

(l) Cargo care on passage

(i) ventilation and humidity control

(ii) monitoring of cargo condition

WC1.1.2. Know and apply the principles and safe methods of arranging for the properloading, stowage and carriage of Oil, Gas and Chemical Cargoes and related ballasting operations

(a) Common pipeline systems, cargo venting systems andpressure/vacuum valves, heating and cooling systems

(b) Tanker safety and the dangers associated with liquid and gas cargoes

(i) the flammable diagram

(ii) ignition sources

(iii) causes and dangers of, and procedures to prevent static electricity

(iv) the toxic effect of oil, gas and chemical cargoes

(c) Use and limitations of instruments used for testing tank atmospheres

(d) The purpose of, and the procedures for using Inert Gas systems

(e) Methods, procedures and importance of tank and line cleaning

Appendix 4–15

(f) Methods of ballast management

(g) Precautions and procedures for cargo handling including multi grades

(h) Methods of cargo measurement including ullages, soundings, densityand temperature

WC1.1.3. Know how to conduct a deck watch alongside or at anchor.

(a) Duties of the deck watch - general safety and security, supervisingvessel operations, liaising with shore personnel, supervising deck crew on deck watch, gangways, moorings, fire patrols. accident and pollutionprevention

(b) Procedure for entry to enclosed spaces and permit to work systems

(c) Emergency procedures in the event of fire or accidents

(d) Preparation of the vessel for sea and the onset of adverse weather

WO Controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on board at the operational level

WO1 Ensure compliance with pollution-prevention requirements

WO1.1 Prevention of Pollution of the Marine Environment and anti-pollutionprocedures

WO1.1.1. Understand how the MARPOL Convention and current legislation provide knowledge of the precautions and procedures to be taken to preventpollution of the marine environment(a) Pro-active and re-active policies(b) Vessel operations(c) Bunkering(d) Hazardous substances on board (e) Garbage and tank residue disposal(f) Noise and clean air

WO2 Maintain seaworthiness of the ship

WO2.1 Ship’s Stability

WO2.1.1. Understand and apply the principles of ship stability for box and ship shapevessels to routine situations(a) The principles of Hydrostatics

(i) Mass, volume, density and relative density(ii) Archimedes Principle, Hydrostatic data, displacement volume,

displacement, buoyancy (iii) Waterline length, breadth, draught, LBP, AW, CW, CM, CB, and

freeboard(b) Loadline calculations

(i) TPC, FWA and Dock Water Allowance(ii) Use of Hydrometer(iii) Use of Displacement, Deadweight and TPC Tables(iv) Understand and interprets Load Line and draught marks

(c) Statical Stability

Appendix 4–16

(i) Centre of Buoyancy, Centre of Gravity, Initial Transverse metacentre, Righting Lever, Righting Moment at small angles of heel

(ii) Stable, Neutral and Unstable Equilibrium(iii) Interpret GZ curves (iv) Stiff and Tender Vessels(v) Angle of Loll

(d) Transverse Stability(i) The effect on G of loading, discharging and moving weights (ii) Calculation of list. Appreciates difference between List and Loll

and methods of correction(iii) Changes in stability during voyage(iv) Free Surface. Dangers and effect at small angle of heel(v) Effect of tank subdivision and density(vi) Allows for the effect of free surface

(e) Introduction to Longitudinal Stability (i) LCF, LCG, LCB, Trimming Moment and MCTC (MCT 1cm)(ii) The principles involving the inter-relationship of draughts, trim,

weight and their positions

Note: Wherever appropriate, use should be made of stability information and computersoftware typically available on board ship

WO2.1.2. Understand the basic principles of ship stability (a) The principles of hydrostatics

(i) Mass, volume, density and relative density(ii) Archimedes Principle, Hydrostatic data, displacement volume,

displacement, buoyancy (iii) Waterline length, breadth, draught, LBP, AW, CW, CM, CB, and

freeboard(b) Transverse stability

(i) Centre of Buoyancy, Centre of Gravity, Initial Transverse metacentre, Righting Lever, Righting Moment at small angles of heel

(ii) Stable, Neutral and Unstable Equilibrium(iii) Stiff and Tender Vessels(iv) The effect on G of loading, discharging and moving weights (v) Changes in stability during voyage(vi) Free Surface. Dangers and effect at small angle of heel(vii) Effect of tank subdivision and density

WO2.1.3. Understand the causes of stress in a ship’s structure(a) The cause and regions affected by forces exerted on a ship - loads that

create shear forces and bending moments in still water and a seaway(b) Variation in the sheer and bending stress – effect of pressure caused

by the sea and by liquids in tanks (static and moving), stresses due touneven loading on decks, holds and engine spaces

(c) Use of ship’s stress-calculating equipment

Appendix 4–17

WO2.2 Ship Construction

WO2.2.1. Identify the significant features of a ship’s structure(a) Terminology - displacement, deadweight. LOA, LBP, waterline length,

Lloyd’s length, moulded breadth and depth, camber, sheer, rise of floor, beam, flare and rake

(b) Parts of structure liable to sustain damage due to heavy weather, vibration, shifting cargo, grounding or collision

(c) Framing systems - transverse, longitudinal and combined systems(d) Bulkheads - corrugated and plane showing connections to adjacent

structure(e) Structural arrangements in way of decks and hatchways - bulwarks,

rails freeing arrangements, angular deck corners and roundedsheerstrakes

(f) Hatchway covers and securing arrangements(g) Water and weather-tightness. Watertight integrity and reserve

buoyancy. Watertight doors, ports, windows, deadlights and doors(h) The function and structure of tanks – double bottoms, sides, wings and

peaks(i) The siting and securing of air and sounding pipes, bilge and ballast

piping systems from tanks/holds to engine rooms including non returnvalves, sea chests and mud boxes

(j) Structures to resist pounding and panting, shear force and bendingmoments

WO2.2.2. Identify salient features of a range of ship types (Revision of SO9.1.1) (a) Salient features of a range of ship types including:

(i) Oil, Gas and Chemical Tanker(ii) Ro-Ro (iii) Container(iv) Bulk Carrier(v) Passenger Ship(vi) Supply and Stand-by vessel (vii) Surface effect vessels(viii) High Speed Craft(ix) Tugs

WO3 Prevent, control and fight fires on board

WO3.1 Fire prevention and fire fighting appliances

WO3.1.1. The criteria specified in the following:(a) STCW Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting or Basic Fire Fighting for

Fishermen documents(b) STCW Training in Advanced Fire Fighting or 4-Day Fire Fighting for

Fishermen documents

WO4 Operate life saving appliances

WO4.1 Life saving

WO4.1.1. The criteria specified in the following:(a) STCW Personal Survival Techniques or Basic Sea Survival for

Fishermen documents

Appendix 4–18

(b) STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats (other than FastRescue Boats) document

WO5 Apply medical first aid aboard ship

WO5.1 Medical Aid

WO5.1.1. The criteria specified in the following:(a) STCW Medical First Aid or First Aid At Sea for Fishermen documents

WO6 Monitor compliance with legislative requirements

WO6.1 Understand relevant marine law, codes and guidance notes

WO6.1.1. Understand the relationship between law, codes and other forms ofguidance(a) International Conventions and Treaties(b) Legislation, Codes of Practice and M Notices(c) An overview of UK Civil and Criminal Law(d) An overview of Flag and Port State Control

WO6.1.2. Have an awareness of the law, codes, principles and procedures and other forms of guidance relating to: (a) LSA (b) FFA (c) An overview of MARPOL and its annexes(d) SOLAS (e) ISM or relevant Codes(f) Maintaining a safe working environment on board ship

(i) entry into an enclosed space(ii) safe movement to, from and around the vessel(iii) using powered cleaning devices (iv) using lifting gear and working at a height(v) reporting of accidents and dangerous occurrences(vi) safety management systems(vii) risk assessment(viii) permit to work (ix) using chemicals or other hazardous materials; COSHH

Regulations(x) personal protective clothing and equipment

(g) Safe watchkeeping requirements at sea(h) Safe watchkeeping requirements in port(i) Organisation and management of the crew (j) Legal and organisational framework for handling conflict(k) Overview of employment law relating to the individual

WO6.1.3. Appreciate the requirements of records for commercial and legislativepurposes(a) Recording methods available:

(i) written records(ii) automatic data recorders

(b) Requirement for accuracy in record keeping

Appendix 4–19

(c) Confidential nature of records and the access that can be afforded them:(i) commercial(ii) legal (iii) personal

WO6.1.4. Know that there are personal and corporate penalties, for unlawful Acts or Omissions and for breaches of company regulations

WO6.1.5. Understand the fundamental principles of anti-pollution legislation(a) MARPOL Convention, Annexes and related legislation(b) Company procedures for compliance with MARPOL (c) Penalties for non-compliance

WM Management at Operational Level

WM1 Understand the principles of personnel management

WM1.1 The principles of personnel management planning work activities and setting objectives and priorities to ensure requirements are met

WM1.1.1. Understand the officer's managerial role and key responsibilities(a) The officer as manager(b) Organisation and structure

WM1.1.2. Understand the principles of planning, directing and monitoring progress(a) Planning, resourcing and evaluating

WM1.1.3. Know how to communicate effectively (a) Inter-personal communication(b) Group dynamics(c) Race, culture and gender issues

WM1.1.4. Understand the importance of creating a safety culture in the workplace(a) Safety as part of the job(b) Leading by example

WM1.1.5. Understand principles relating to the management of people (a) Management styles(b) Motivation (c) Leadership and teamwork (d) Delegation(e) Groupthink

WM2 Types of conflict which may occur between people at work and action to take

WM2.1.1. Know how to deal with problem individuals and individuals with problems(a) Role of appraisal, counselling and discipline(b) Giving feedback in a constructive way (c) Assertiveness(d) Stress in self and others(e) Conflict and conflict resolution(f) Referral to counselling

Appendix 4–20

Appendix 5 Order of work – second and third sea phases Training aboard ship should be seen as a natural process of achievement and development of professional competence over time, with emphasis shifting from basic safety and seamanship in the initial phase to understudying the work and role of a certificated officer in the final phase.

The Master and officers need to be aware of what cadets have been taught and are capable of doing at each stage of their training. Their training can then be planned and organised around tasks in the Portfolio that apply and build upon the skills, knowledge and understanding learnt during preceding college phases, rather than a random selection of work for which they may be ill prepared.

The table below indicates the approximate percentages of the time within each seagoing phase that would be appropriate for the main areas of training:

Sea Phase Ship Operations Maintenance,Drills and Port

Duties

Bridge Duties Study

First 60% 20% 10% 10%

Second 40% 20% 25% 15%

Third 20% 20% 50% 10%

For the second and final sea phases, and N/SVQ Marine Vessel Operations at Level 3, the problem is slightly different to the first sea phase in that it is now necessary to prioritise work between each phase. A possible way to do this is shown in the tables below. The number 2 or 3 appears alongside those tasks that should be completed in the second and third sea phases respectively, taking into account the skills and knowledge learnt during the preceding college phase.For instance, the designation of tasks for completion in the second sea phase(indicated by (2)) takes into account that the knowledge delivered in collegeduring the second phase was limited to tides and sailings, chartwork and ship construction.

A similar table is provided in the Training Portfolio to provide a summary ofcompleted tasks and units. The record in the Portfolio will:

� inform the reviews of progress against planned achievement when the shipboard training officer and the Master endorse the Portfolio as part of their monthly inspections;

� provide a suitable report to transmit to the Company Training Officer if a request is made for a progress report;

� support continuity of training as the cadets move around different ships during the course of their training.

Appendix 5–1

Please note that:

� the target phase for completion of the task or report is indicated in the right hand column (assuming that the work is to be undertaken during thesecond and third phases). Unlike the first sea phase, no attempt has been made to indicate an order of priority within each phase;

� some of the tasks will be simulated at the college or assessment centre.These are indicated by ‘C’ in the right hand column;

� some of the tasks will provide evidence for more than one unit. These areindicated by shading in the left hand column.

UNIT 104: COMMUNICATE USING EQUIPMENT AND VISUAL MEANS(GOC)

Phase104.1 Transmit and receive communications by VHF and MF/HF radio 3

1.1 Under supervision communicates effectively by VHF 31.2 Demonstrates ability to research documents for frequency and

message3

1.3 Explains how to transmit a distress message 31.4 Under supervision transmits standard navigational messages 31.5 Explains the operation of the ship’s EPIRBS & survival craft coms. 31.6 Report keep a log of communications made – station, freq. message 31.7 Simulation successful completion of GMDSS GOC C

104.2 Transmit and receive communications by visual methods 32.1 Demonstrates an ability to transmit and receive by morse flashing 3

wpm2

2.2 Recognises International Code Flags and their single letter meaning 22.3 Demonstrates an ability to code and decode messages using ICoS 32.4 Ensures v/l displays appropriate visual signals in port approaches 22.5 Report list and explain visual signals used in different situations 2

UNIT 121: TAKE PERSONAL EMERGENCY ACTION ON BOARD SHIPPhase

122.1 Respond to emergencies on board 21.1 Knows how to raise alarm in a range of different scenarios 21.2 Knows initial action to take in response to emergency 21.3 Communicates information clearly to emergency personnel 21.4 Under supervision activate the general alarm to initiate drill 21.5 Demonstrates ability to operate listed emergency systems 21.6 Responds appropriately to all alarm status situations 21.7 Report on safety awareness tour on joining vessel, in detail 2

Appendix 5–2

Unit 122 – continued

Phase122.2 Prevent, control and fight fires at sea 3

2.1 Accommodation fire drill – as a key team member 22.2 Oil fire/open deck drill– as a key team member 22.3 Machinery space fire drill – as a key team member 22.4 Under supervision take charge of an emergency team in a fire drill 32.5 Start the main & emergency fire pumps and emergency generator 32.6 Report on FF equipment at each emergency team station 22.7 Report make a plan of the location of FF appliances & discuss

location2

2.8 Simulation Advanced training in fire fighting C

122.3 Rescue casualties in zero visibility and confined spaces 33.1 Accommodation fire drill – SAR as a key team member 23.2 Machinery space fire drill – SAR as a key team member 23.3 Enclosed space rescue drill – as a key team member 23.4 Under supervision take charge of an SAR drill in the accommodation 33.5 Report on task 3.4 SAR in accommodation, discuss checks &

problems3

3.6 Simulation Advanced training in fire fighting C

122.4 Survive at sea in the event of abandonment 34.1 Assist in routine maintenance & checks to survival craft 24.2 Assist in launching and recovery of survival craft – as a team

member2

4.3 Under supervision take charge of preparation of craft for launching 34.4 Report list details of survival craft on vessel 24.5 Report on additional survival aids carried on vessel 24.6 Simulation Basic training in personal survival techniques C

122.5 Apply first aid at sea 35.1 Knows the action of the first responder in different injury scenarios 35.2 Rescue, care & treatment of casualty drill – as a team member 35.3 Report list first aid equipment available 25.4 Simulation Advanced medical aid C

Appendix 5–3

UNIT 142: MAINTAIN A LEGAL AND SAFE WORKING ENVIRONMENT ON BOARD SHIP

Phase142.1 Monitor and maintain the work environment to organisational

and legal requirements 3

Demonstrates by normal working an ability to work safely in the following activities, under supervision:-

1.1 Unit 122 Task 2.4 take charge of an emergency team in a fire drill 31.2 Unit 122 Task 3.4 take charge of SAR drill in accommodation 31.3 Unit 122 Task 4.3 take charge of preparations for launching craft 31.4 Unit 202 Tasks 1.1; 1.2; 1.3 take charge of anchoring operations 31.5 Unit 202 Tasks 2.1; 2.2; 2.3 take charge of mooring operations 31.6 Unit 202 Tasks 2.5; 2.6 take charge of rigging access to the vessel 31.7 Unit 412 Task 2.3 take charge of deck operations 31.8 Report on key stage in task 1.7 take charge of deck operations 31.9 Report on monitoring team in maintenance task in enclosed space 3

142.2 Maintain a healthy and safe work environment 3Ability to support the safely of others and care of the environmentin the following activities:-

2.1 Unit 122 Task 2.4 take charge of an emergency team in a fire drill 32.2 Unit 122 Task 3.4 take charge of SAR drill in accommodation 32.3 Unit 122 Task 4.3 take charge of preparations for launching craft 32.4 Unit 202 Tasks 1.1; 1.2; 1.3 take charge of anchoring operations 32.5 Unit 202 Tasks 2.1; 2.2; 2.3 take charge of mooring operations 32.6 Unit 202 Tasks 2.5; 2.6 take charge of rigging access to the vessel 32.7 Unit 412 Task 2.3 take charge of deck operations 32.8 Report on key stage in task 1.7 take charge of deck operations 32.9 Report on monitoring team in maintenance task in enclosed space 3

142.3 Maintain documentation relating to the work environment 3Demonstrates by normal working an ability to support safely of others in the following activities:-

3.1 Unit 122 Task 2.4 take charge of an emergency team in a fire drill 33.2 Unit 122 Task 3.4 take charge of SAR drill in accommodation 33.3 Unit 122 Task 4.3 take charge of preparations for launching craft 33.4 Unit 202 Tasks 1.1; 1.2; 1.3 take charge of anchoring operations 33.5 Unit 202 Tasks 2.1; 2.2; 2.3 take charge of mooring operations 33.6 Unit 202 Tasks 2.5; 2.6 take charge of rigging access to the vessel 33.7 Unit 412 Task 2.3 take charge of deck operations 33.8 Report on key stage in task 1.7 take charge of deck operations 33.9 Report on monitoring team in maintenance task in enclosed space 3

Appendix 5–4

UNIT 144: CREATE, MAINTAIN AND ENHANCE PRODUCTIVE WORKING RELATIONSHIPS ON BOARD SHIP

Phase144.1 Create and enhance productive working relationships with

colleagues and team members 3

Demonstrates by normal working an ability to enhance workingrelationships with colleagues and team members in the followingactivities:-

1.1 Unit 122 Task 2.4 take charge of an emergency team in a fire drill 31.2 Unit 122 Task 3.4 take charge of SAR drill in accommodation 31.3 Unit 122 Task 4.3 take charge of preparations for launching craft 31.4 Unit 202 Tasks 1.1; 1.2; 1.3 take charge of anchoring operations 31.5 Unit 202 Tasks 2.1; 2.2; 2.3 take charge of mooring operations 31.6 Unit 202 Tasks 2.5; 2.6 take charge of rigging access to the vessel 31.7 Unit 412 Task 2.3 take charge of deck operations 31.8 Report on key stage in task 1.7 take charge of deck operations 31.9 Report on monitoring team in maintenance task in enclosed space 3

144.2 Enhance productive working relationships with one’s immediate superior 3

Demonstrates by normal working an ability to enhance workingrelationships with one’s superior in the following activities:-

2.1 Unit 122 Task 2.4 take charge of an emergency team in a fire drill 32.2 Unit 122 Task 3.4 take charge of SAR drill in accommodation 32.3 Unit 122 Task 4.3 take charge of preparations for launching craft 32.4 Unit 202 Tasks 1.1; 1.2; 1.3 take charge of anchoring operations 32.5 Unit 202 Tasks 2.1; 2.2; 2.3 take charge of mooring operations 32.6 Unit 202 Tasks 2.5; 2.6 take charge of rigging access to the vessel 32.7 Unit 412 Task 2.3 take charge of deck operations 32.8 Report on key stage in task 1.7 take charge of deck operations 32.9 Report on monitoring team in maintenance task in enclosed space 3

144.3 Identify and minimise interpersonal conflict 33.1 Unit 122 Task 2.4 take charge of an emergency team in a fire drill 33.2 Unit 122 Task 3.4 take charge of SAR drill in accommodation 33.3 Unit 122 Task 4.3 take charge of preparations for launching craft 33.4 Unit 202 Tasks 1.1; 1.2; 1.3 take charge of anchoring operations 33.5 Unit 202 Tasks 2.1; 2.2; 2.3 take charge of mooring operations 33.6 Unit 202 Tasks 2.5; 2.6 take charge of rigging access to the vessel 33.7 Unit 412 Task 2.3 take charge of deck operations 33.8 Report on key stage in task 1.7 take charge of deck operations 33.9 Report on monitoring team in maintenance task in enclosed space 3

Appendix 5–5

UNIT 202: CONTROL THE MOORING, ANCHORING AND THE SECURITY OF THE VESSEL

Phase202.1 Control anchoring operations 3

1.1 Take charge of anchor party in clearing away and walking backanchor

3

1.2 Take charge of anchor party from letting go to brought up 31.3 Take charge of anchor party in weighing anchor and securing for sea 31.4 Report on anchoring operations emphasising control and safety of

team3

202.2 Control mooring operations 32.1 Take charge of team in preparing for mooring operations 32.2 Take charge of securing and letting go of tugs 32.3 Take charge of mooring operations at the forward position 32.4 Take charge of mooring operations at the after position 32.5 Take charge of rigging gangways and accommodation ladders 32.6 Check the rigging of pilot ladders prior to use 32.7 Report on and evaluate hazards present during mooring operations 3

202.3 Keep a deck watch when moored or anchored 33.1 Under supervision take charge of the watch when moored 33.2 Under supervision take charge of the watch when at anchor 33.3 Report on task 3.1 duties in charge of the watch when moored 33.4 Report on task 3.2 duties in charge of the watch when at anchor 3

202.4 Control the securing of the vessel 34.1 Take charge of securing the mooring area and stowing all ropes 34.2 Take charge of stowing all equipment on completion of operations 34.3 Inspect equipment, stores and securing of v/l in preparation for storm 34.4 Report on storm preparations to ensure watertight integrity of the

vessel3

Appendix 5–6

UNIT 207: KEEP A NAVIGATIONAL WATCH IN THE UNLIMITED AREAPhase

207.1 Take charge of a navigational watch under way 31.1 Regularly hands over and takes over the watch with confidence 31.2 Regularly checks all bridge equipment and sets for optimum

performance2

1.3 Records movements and activities relating to safe navigation of ship 21.4 Completes pre-departure and pre-arrival equipment checks 21.5 Lights, shapes and manoeuvring signals in accordance with IRPCS 21.6 Maintains lookout, possible hazards promptly identified and reported 21.7 Appreciates traffic movements and anticipates developing situations 31.8 Monitors deck work, crew movements and the environment 21.9 Adjusts speed controls as directed 31.10 Change steering mode from manual to auto and vice versa 21.11 Participates in emergency steering gear drill, demonstrates

understanding2

1.12 Recognises changes in the weather, receives & interprets info correctly

3

1.13 Report on anchoring in an emergency 31.14 Report on manoeuvres : MOB; picking up pilot; turning short round 31.15 Report on weather observations for 1 week 3

207.2 Maintain safe navigation at sea 32.1 Compares compasses and checks errors by az., amplitudes &

transits3

2.2 Fix position by visual bearings only 22.3 Fix position by sights using reduction tables and calculation 32.4 Demonstrates ability to implement passage plan 32.5 Plot vessel’s position accurately at appropriate intervals 32.6 Verification of primary position fixing is regular & by appropriate

means3

2.7 Monitor the track by use of parallel indexing techniques 32.8 Effectively use and understand the limitations of navigational

equipment3

2.9 Programmes and monitors integrated systems 32.10 Understands and conforms with IRPCS 32.11 Communication is clear, concise and acknowledged in a seamanlike

way3

2.12 Use all internal systems to communicate pertinent information clearly 32.13 Communicate clearly the intended message to external agencies 32.14. Manages & prioritises tasks and completes within watch time

constraints3

2.15 Report – maintain a comprehensive navigation workbook 3

207.3 Correct charts and publications 23.1 Understand and recognises buoys, lights, marks and chart

information.2

3.2 Assist in the correction of navigational publications 23.3 Assist in the checking in of a new chart outfit. 23.4 Assist in the correction of Admiralty or other charts. 23.5 Assist in the selection of charts and other publications for the voyage. 23.6 Evaluate courses and distances and ETA’s. 23.7 Report – key factors which influenced selection of charts & pubs for

3.52

3.8 Report – on Company procedures for supplying charts & publications 2

Appendix 5–7

UNIT 232: INITIATE RESPONSE TO NAVIGATIONAL EMERGENCIES IN ALL VESSELS

Phase232.1 Respond to shipboard emergencies and malfunctions of

equipment and systems affecting navigation 3

1.1 Monitors all bridge equipment & systems and reacts to trends 31.2 Knows appropriate OOW response to gyro, steering and power

failure3

1.3 Knows appropriate OOW response to crew injuries, MOB 31.4 Knows appropriate OOW response to fire, oil spill, oil discharge to

sea3

1.5 Knows appropriate OOW response to pounding, heavy rolling, collision,

3

Report - no reports are required for this section, however, it may be wise to make notes on the above scenarios as they will be examinedorally

3

232.2 Respond to distress and safety signals at sea 32.1 Recognises all methods for indicating distress or emergency at sea 32.2 Knows appropriate OOW response to receiving a distress call 32.3 Knows appropriate OOW response to listed scenarios 32.4 Communication is clear, concise and seamanlike 32.5 Use all internal systems to communicate pertinent information clearly 32.6 Communicates clearly the intended message to external agencies 3

Report - no reports are required for this section, however, it may be wise to make notes on the above scenarios as they will be examinedorally

3

UNIT 412: MONITOR AND CONTROL VESSEL OPERATIONS 412.1 Change over a deck watch 3

1.1 Take charge of the team in preparing systems for operation 31.2 Review and monitor equipment for functionality prior to operation 31.3 Ensure operations are proceeding according to plan 31.4 Brief all members of the watch and clarify their tasks 31.5 Regularly hands over and takes over the watch with confidence 31.6 Identifies irregularities, defects and damage promptly & acts

appropriately3

1.7 Report – on preparing systems for operations & hand over information

3

412.2 Monitor and control operations according to plan 32.1 Take charge of the team in deck operations 32.2 Communicate effectively with team members and across

departments3

2.3 Monitor and control operations to plan, full compliance with HSE 32.4 Recognise deviations from plan and take prompt & appropriate action 32.5 Verify continuous readiness of team & systems to deal with

emergencies3

2.6 Monitor and record operations to legislative & operationalrequirements

3

2.7 On completion shut down equipment and secure vessel for sea 32.8 Confirm quantity, quality and condition of output of operations 32.9 Take charge of an emergency team in an operations drill 3

2.10 Report – plan full operations over round voyage addressing listedcriteria

3

Appendix 5–8

UNIT 412: MONITOR AND CONTROL VESSEL OPERATIONSContinued

Phase412A Monitor and control vessel operations – additional tasks 3

A.1 Assist in all pre-survey checks to the Loadline Survey 3A.2 Understands how to maintain the watertight integrity of the vessel 3A.3 Report describe the checks in task 1.1 prior to annual LL survey 3A.4 Report on possible sources of ingress of water, prevention &

containment3

A.5 Good working knowledge of vessel’s stability, trim & stress data & equipt.

3

A.6 Report – Calculate vessel’s stability & trim before & after bunkering 3A.7 Report – Plan a ballast change during a light passage 3

UNIT 512: MONITOR AND CONTROL OIL TANKER CARGOOPERATIONS

Phase512.1 Prepare for oil tanker cargo operations 3

1.1 Take charge of the team in preparing tanks & cargo systems for operation

3

1.2 Review and monitor equipment for functionality prior to operation 31.3 Ensure operations are proceeding according to preparation plans 31.4 Brief all members of the watch and clarify their tasks 31.5 Regularly hands over and takes over the watch with confidence 31.6 Identifies irregularities, defects and damage promptly & acts

appropriately3

1.7 Report – on preparing cargo systems & assessing functionality prior to commencement of cargo operations & hand over information

3

512.2 Monitor and control oil tanker cargo operations to plan 32.1 Take charge of the team and ensure compliance with plan 32.2 Communicate effectively with team members and across

departments3

2.3 Monitor and control tank cleaning & ballast operations to plan 32.4 Recognise deviations from plan and take prompt & appropriate action 32.5 Verify continuous readiness of team & systems to deal with

emergencies3

2.6 Monitor and record operations to legislative & operationalrequirements

3

2.7 On completion shut down equipment and secure vessel for sea 32.8 Confirm quantity, quality and condition of output of operations 32.9 Take charge of an emergency team in an oil spill drill 3

2.10 Report – plan full cargo operations over round voyage addressinglisted criteria

3

Appendix 5–9

Appendix 6

Underpinning KnowledgeNational/Scottish Vocational Qualification

Level 4 Marine Vessel Operations

Key

Prefix: M – Management Level

followed by: N – NavigationO – OperationsM – Management

and a number: ‘x’ – to refer to STCW Competence

Appendix 6–1

Fourth college phase of the HND cadet programmes The following subjects from Part 2 of the NHD in Nautical Science are studied during the third college phase. They cover most of the knowledge and understanding required for a certificate of competency as Chief Mate (STCW Reg II/2). This knowledge also supports achievement of selected units from N/SVQ Marine Vessel Operations at Level 4 during the qualifying sea service for ChiefMate, starting on completion of the cadetship. Details of the content of theseunits are given against the ‘knowledge code’ listed below:

Unit title Unit Knowledge code

Passage Planning 21 MN1.1.1 to 9;MN2.2.3

Bridge management 22 MN2.3.1;MN3.1.3 & 4;MN5 all; MN9 all; MO3.1.3 & 4

Meteorology 23 MN7 all

Ship stability 2 24 MC1.1.2;MO1 all

Structures and maintenance 25 MC1.1.1;MM1 all; MM2 all; MO3.1.2; MO4.2 all

Cargo and port operations 26 MC1.1.3, 4 & 5

Shipmaster’s business 27 MO2 all; ML1.1.2 & 3; ML2 all

Shipboard management 28 MO5.1 all; MO5.2 all

Appendix 6–2

Navigation at the Management Level

MN1 Plan a voyage and conduct navigation

MN1.1 Planning and conducting navigation

MN1.1.1. Know the principles of Great Circle Sailing

(a) Calculation of the rhumb line, great circle and composite great circledistances and courses

(b) Properties and use of a gnomonic chart for voyage planning in conjunction with a mercator chart

(c) Selection of great circle, composite great circle or rhumb line tracks

MN1.1.2. Obtain correct tidal information

(a) Using Admiralty Tide Tables and computer programs:

(i) Find the height of tide for a given time

(ii) Find the time the tide will be a required height

(iii) Find the tidal stream flow at any time from tidal stream tables

(b) Obtain tidal information from Admiralty Charts, Tidal Stream Atlases, co-tidal and co-range charts, and sailing directions

MN1.1.3. Know the principles of effective passage planning

(a) Content of Merchant Shipping Notices and other documents andcompany requirements relating to passage planning

(b) Reasons for a systematised approach to passage planning

MN1.1.4. Select the appropriate charts and publications to appraise the proposedpassage

MN1.1.5. Appraise the intended passage, taking into account the following factors

(a) Compares Great circle, rhumb line and recommended indirect routes

(b) Currents and tidal stream information, climatological factors andweather routeing

(c) Availability, coverage and accuracy of navigational aids. Navigationlights, characteristics and ranges

(d) Choosing the landfall position

(e) Manoeuvring data and interaction effects

(f) Loadline, fuel and neaping considerations

(g) Condition and equipment of vessel

(h) Importance of bridge teamwork procedures; at sea, when berthing oranchoring and in harbour

(i) Assessment of suitable anchorages

(j) Factors affecting under keel clearance and air draught

(k) Traffic separation and routeing schemes and the application of Rule 10

(l) Ship reporting schemes including VTS

(m) Promulgation of weather and navigational information

(n) The accuracy of charted information and the reliability of soundings

Appendix 6–3

MN1.1.6. Prepare and document the intended passage plan

(a) Calculate and/or plot the true courses and distances on the appropriatecharts

(b) Plot alter course and wheel over points

(c) Hazards and areas of danger are identified and passed at a safe distance

(d) Identify points of navigational significance

(e) Points noted where accuracy of position fixing and monitoring arecritical: primary and secondary methods to be employed

(f) Points noted where change of operational status or notice is required

(g) Additional information required for landfall and port approaches

(h) Internal and external communications on departure and arrival

(i) A record is compiled manually or electronically

MN1.1.7. Make contingency plans for emergency situations in critical navigationareas

(a) Engine failure

(b) Steering gear failure

(c) Extreme weather conditions

(d) Malfunction of navigational equipment

(e) Selection of the approach route planned to take account of possibleemergencies

(f) Identify safe water areas and emergency anchoring positions

(g) Actions taken to maximise searoom

MN1.1.8. Evaluate the completed passage plan prior to commencement of the passage

(a) Plan evaluated taking into account the latest meteorological forecasts,weather routing decisions and navigational information

(b) Electronic Navigational Systems are correctly programmed andupdated with passage plan information

MN1.1.9. Accurately evaluate, plot and record necessary alterations to the passageplan

(a) Routine adjustments to course and speed are made and documented to maintain the passage plan

(b) Adjustment to the passage plan due to adverse environmentalconditions:

(i) Adverse weather

(ii) Weather routeing

(iii) Tropical revolving storm

(iv) Navigating near ice and when ice is suspected in the vicinity

(v) Ice accumulation on a vessel

(c) Adjustment to the passage plan to rendezvous with another vessel, determining the optimum track and speed

Appendix 6–4

MN1.1.10. Plan and conduct a simulated passage

(a) The criteria specified for the appropriate section of the STCW NARAS(M) document

MN2 Determine position and the accuracy of resultant position fix by any means

MN2.1 Celestial NavigationMN2.1.1. Use instruments and apply corrections to apply to obtain True Altitude and

UTC [Revision of WN1.1.2]

(a) The sextant, errors and their adjustment. Sextant observations of Sun,stars and planets

(b) Use of Nautical Almanac altitude correction tables

(c) Twilight: Use of Nautical Almanac to find the time for star observations

(d) Chronometer error. Time signals

MN2.1.2. Obtain Latitude by meridian altitude [Revision of WN1.1.3]

(a) Use of Nautical Almanac to find the time of meridian passage for the Sun

(b) Application of TZD to declination to obtain latitude

MN2.1.3. Obtain latitude by pole star observation [Revision of WN1.1.4]

(a) Correction of true altitude of Polaris to obtain position line and latitude

MN2.1.4. Obtain the direction of a position line and a position through which it passesfrom celestial observations [Revision of WN1.1.5]

(a) Use of Marc St. Hilaire method ( by calculation or Short Method Tables)to obtain a position line and a point through which it passes

(b) Plotting position lines

MN2.1.5. Fix the vessel's position by means of celestial observations [Revision of WN1.1.7]

(a) Position fixing by simultaneous observations and plotting position lines

(b) Position fixing with a run between sights. Plotting transferred positionlines

MN2.1.6. Select suitable stars for observation [Revision of WN1.1.8]

(a) Use of star charts or short method tables to pre-compute altitudes andazimuths of stars to determine availability for position fixing

(b) NP323 Star finder and identifier

(c) Magnitudes and star constellations

MN2.2 Terrestrial and coastal navigationMN2.2.1. Know and use visual methods of position fixing using charted objects and

compass errors by transit [Revision of WN1.2.7]

(a) Navigation drawing instruments, parallel rulers, dividers and compasses

(b) The identification of suitable charted objects

(c) Conversion of compass or gyro courses to true. Calculation of compass error and deviation by means of transit

(d) Determination of variation and deviation using charts, curves and tables

(e) The taking of, and use of cross bearings and transits to fix a position

Appendix 6–5

(f) Reliability of fixes. The cocked hat

(g) Single position lines, the running fix

(h) Soundings to verify position

(i) The calculation of the distance at which lights should be sighted. Use of range diagrams

(j) Plotting DR and EP by measurements on the chart from coursesteered, log distance, log speed and time, leeway and estimated setand drift. Water and ground tracks

MN2.2.2. Know how to make adjustments to the vessels course and speed to take account of the passage plan requirements [Revision of WN1.2.9]

(a) Adjustments for changes in compass error

(b) Finding the compass course to steer to counteract a current/tidalstream and or leeway

(c) Finding the compass course to steer and the ETA to make a passageplan way point by measurement from the chart or by calculation

MN2.2.3. Determine the reliability of celestial and terrestrial fixes

(a) Random and systematic errors

(b) Resolution of the cocked hat

MN2.3 Electronic systems of position fixing and navigationMN2.3.1. Select position fixing methods from those available

(a) Selection of appropriate primary and secondary position fixing methodsdepending on circumstances and conditions. Intervals between fixes

(b) Reliability of fixes. Use of systems for the continuous monitoring ofposition

(c) The construction, types of correction and limitations of electronic charts and datums

(d) Integrated bridge network systems

MN3 Determine and allow for compass errors

MN3.1 Magnetic and gyro compasses and their errors MN3.1.1. Understand the information supplied by ships compasses [Revision of

WN1.5.1]

(a) Magnetic Compass: card graduation in degrees. Compass bowl andbinnacle. Dangers of magnetic material in the vicinity of the compass, M NoticesStandard compass, steering compass, projector compass, reflectorcompass transmitting magnetic compass, including fluxgate compass

(b) Gyro compass, including fire-optic gyro compass, and repeaters.Checking and comparison with magnetic compass

(c) Compass alarms and off course alarms

(d) Azimuth mirrors

MN3.1.2. Demonstrate a knowledge of the causes and nature of magnetic compasserrors [Revision of WN1.5.2]

(a) The Earth’s magnetic field and its changes with position and time

(b) Relevant M Notices on the use of magnetic compasses

Appendix 6–6

(c) Changes in compass error created by changes in ship’s head andship’s position

(d) Circumstances when a magnetic compass may become unreliable

MN3.1.3. Demonstrate a knowledge of the operation and use of the gyro compass

(a) Fundamental principles of gyro compass operation

(i) Properties of a free gyro

(ii) Control of the gyro

(iii) North seeking properties

(iv) Damping

(b) Fundamental principles of a fibre-optic gyro compass

(c) Limitations and errors of the gyro compass

(i) Latitude, course and speed error

(ii) Settling error

MN3.1.4. Understand the systems under the control of the master gyro and have a knowledge of the operation and care of the main types of gyro compass

(a) Interface of equipment with the master gyro compass

(b) The effect of errors

(c) The operation and care of two different types of gyro compass currently in use as specified in manufacturer’s manuals

MN3.1.5. Obtain compass errors from celestial observations [Revision of WN1.1.6]

(a) Calculation of compass error and deviation by means of azimuths ofcelestial bodies and amplitude of the Sun

(b) Pole star

MN4 Co-ordinate search and rescue operations

MN4.1 Search and rescue operationsMN4.1.1. Know the obligations and responsibilities for assistance at sea and the

action to be taken to render assistance

(a) IAMSAR Manual

(b) Annual Summary of Admiralty Notices to Mariners - Notice 4

(c) Consultation with other stations answering the distress

(d) Legal obligations

(e) Exemptions from answering a distress

(f) Log book entries

MN4.1.2. Plan and prepare a search

(a) Categories of distress incidents: Coastal and ocean

(b) Abbreviations, terms and definitions

(c) Communications: internal and external

(d) Co-ordination of search and rescue operations

(e) Designation of SMC and OSC and their responsibilities

(f) Responsibility of other craft in the co-ordinated search

Appendix 6–7

(g) Search patterns taking into account drift, leeway, visibility and type ofassistance available

(h) Drift patterns of disabled vessels with relation to wind and currents

(i) Rendezvous

(j) Establish a datum point before commencing search pattern

(k) Contingency planning and training

MN4.1.3. Know how to conduct a search

(a) Proceeding to the area of distress

(b) On board preparation

(c) Action by assisting ships

(d) Approaching the scene, radar search

(e) Arrival on scene, implement search plan

(f) Assistance by SAR aircraft

(g) Homing on radio signals

(h) Aircraft casualties

MN4.1.4. Know how to conduct a rescue

(a) When survivors in the water/boats/rafts

(b) From ditched aircraft

(c) Fire

(d) Heavy weather

(e) Evacuation by helicopter

MN4.1.5. Know how to terminate SAR operations

(a) Care of and questioning of survivors

(b) Decision to terminate, factors to consider

(c) Reports to authorities

MN5 Establish watch-keeping arrangements and procedures

MN5.1 Bridge Resource ManagementMN5.1.1. Understand statutory and international requirements regarding navigation,

navigational equipment and the qualifications and fitness of watchkeepingpersonnel

(a) Merchant Shipping Regulations concerning navigation and collision,radio and navigation equipment

(b) Navigation warnings, M Notices concerning navigation and navigationequipment

(c) Certificates concerning navigation and navigation equipment

(d) Deck officer requirements. Number of certificated persons to be carried

(e) Guidelines for the management of safe ship operations and pollutionprevention

(f) Qualifications and training of personnel. STCW Conventions

(g) International safety management system

Appendix 6–8

(h) Basic principles to be observed in keeping a navigational and radiowatch

(i) National and international requirements regarding fitness to keep a watch

(j) IRPCS including annexes

MN5.1.2. Prepare and write standing and night orders outlining the duties andresponsibilities of navigation watchkeepers

(a) Items and procedures to be included in Standing and Night Orders

(b) Limitations and guidelines for passage planning and selection of route

(c) Procedures and checks prior to arrival and before sailing and onapproaching areas of high traffic density or navigational hazards enroute

(d) Positive reporting of readiness regarding cargo security, watertight integrity, engines, communication equipment, navigation equipment

(e) Offering advice and support to watchkeepers

MN5.1.3. Plan contingency actions

(a) Plans to include the following incidents:

(i) Imminent collision/collision

(ii) Stranding

(iii) Fire

(iv) Flooding

(v) Manoverboard

(vi) Dragging anchor

(vii) Piracy

(viii) Heavy and adverse weather

(ix) Shifting cargo

(x) Passenger incidents

(xi) Systems failure affecting navigation such as malfunction of main engine, steering, gyro or compass and bridge control or telegraph

MN5.1.4. Know the information which should be exchanged between the Master andPilot in accordance with current guidance

MN5.1.5. Understand the need to ensure the adequacy of an engineering watch

(a) Responsibility of the Master in consultation with the Chief Engineer to ensure engineering watchkeeping arrangements are adequate

(b) Bridge/Engine Room/Engineer communications: routine and non-routine

(c) Watch requirements

MN6 Maintain safe navigation through the use of radar and ARPA and modern navigation systems to assist command decision making

MN6.1 Navigational information availability and relative importanceMN6.1.1. MN6.1.1 Evaluate available navigational information and determine its

relative importance

Appendix 6–9

The criteria specified for the appropriate section of the STCW NARAS(M)document or Navigation Control (Fishing) document

MN7 Forecast weather and oceanographic conditions

MN7.1 Weather systems and oceanographic conditionsMN7.1.1. Analyse and identify the major features of surface and upper air charts

establishing the factors that affect the development, decay and movementof surface pressure systems

(a) Tropical cyclone (T.R.S.)

(b) Inter-tropical Convergence Zone

(c) Trade winds

(d) Monsoons

(e) Frontal and non-frontal depressions and troughs

(f) Anticyclones and ridges

(g) Cols

MN7.1.2. Know the weather conditions associated with the surface pressure systems

(a) Tropical cyclone (T.R.S.)

(b) Inter-tropical Convergence Zone

(c) Trade winds

(d) Monsoons

(e) Frontal and non-frontal depressions and troughs

(f) Anticyclones and ridges

(g) Cols

MN7.1.3. Interpret and evaluate meteorological and climatological data, with theobjective of forecasting the weather and sea conditions that may beencountered during a voyage

(a) Climatological and routeing charts

(b) Weather and ice bulletins

(c) Facsimile surface and upper air synoptic and prognostic weathercharts, synoptic and prognostic wave height charts, ice charts

(d) Shipboard and shore based weather routeing, and their relative merits

MN7.1.4. Know the general surface water circulation of the oceans and adjoiningseas and how the information is presented

(a) Characteristics of the major ocean currents and their controlling factors

(b) Methods used to present ocean current data in current atlases, on routeing charts, facsimile charts and in bulletins

MN7.1.5. Know the main types of floating ice, their origins, distribution, movementand nomenclature

(a) Formation and decay of icebergs, tracks seasons and limits

(b) Formation and decay of sea ice, tracks and seasons and limits

MN7.1.6. Know the conditions that may cause ice accumulation on ships

(a) Factors controlling the accumulation of ice on ships

(b) Estimation of rates of accumulation

Appendix 6–10

MN8 Respond to navigation emergencies

MN8.1 Planning for navigational and operational emergenciesMN8.1.1. Know the contingency plans and action to take as Master in the event of

emergencies at sea or in port as applicable, including:

(a) Loss of propulsion

(b) Steering gear failure

(c) Man overboard

(d) Fire

(e) Dragging anchor

(f) Imminent collision and collision

(g) Stranding, grounding and beaching

(h) Flooding

(i) Passenger and/or cargo emergencies

(j) Stability emergencies

(k) Parting of lines and tow ropes

(l) Piracy, terrorist activity, armed robbery and other security issues

(m) Port of refuge

(n) Abandon ship

MN8.1.2. Understand emergency towing arrangements and procedures

MN8.1.3. Understand procedures for refloating a vessel with and without assistance

MN8.1.4. Appreciate the value of drills and other training to cope with emergencies.

MN9 Manoeuvre and handle the ship in all conditions

MN9.1 Manoeuvre and handle the ship in all conditionsMN9.1.1. Understand ship design features affecting the manoeuverability including:

(a) Propulsion systems and configurations

(b) Steering devices

(c) Thrusters

MN9.1.2. Know other factors affecting manoeuvrability including:

(a) Trim, list and draft

(b) Shallow water effects

(c) Bow and stern wave effects

(d) Interaction

(e) Weather and tidal conditions

MN9.1.3. Compare manoeuvring data for a range of ship types

(a) Stopping distances and emergency stops

(b) Turning circles

(c) Speeds at various RPM, critical and minimum engine speeds

MN9.1.4. Know manoeuvring procedures when berthing and unberthing, in all conditions of wind, current and tidal stream, with and without tugs:

Appendix 6–11

(a) At fixed pier, jetty and single or multi buoy moorings

(b) Entering and leaving locks and dry docks

(c) Warping along jetties

(d) Turning short round

(e) Berthing alongside other vessels including for lightening operations

MN9.1.5. Know the procedures when manoeuvring the vessel for anchoring In all conditions of wind, current and tidal stream

(a) Single and multi anchor operations

(b) Use of anchor when berthing

(c) Turning on an anchor

(d) Dragging anchor and countermeasures

(e) Weighing and leaving the anchorage

MN9.1.6. Know the procedures relating to manoeuvring in routine circumstancesincluding:

(a) Picking up and dropping a pilot

(b) In the vicinity of off-shore installations

(c) Operating with tugs and small craft

(d) Operating with helicopters

(e) Heavy weather including a TRS

(f) Narrow channels

(g) In or near ice

(h) When affected by ice accretion

(i) In or near VTS and TSS

MN9.1.7. Know the procedures relating to manoeuvring in emergencies including:

(a) Manoverboard

(b) Launch and recovery of survival/rescue craft

(c) Fire, flooding, collision and shift of cargo

(d) Beaching

(e) Loss of propulsion and/or steering

(f) Emergency towing

(g) Use of anchor in emergency

(h) SAR situations

MN10 Operate remote controls of propulsion plant and engineering systems and services

MN10.1 Marine Power Plant MN10.1.1. Describe diesel plant

(a) Diesel propulsion and associated systems

(b) Critical aspects and operational limitations of diesel engine operations

MN10.1.2. Describe steam turbine plant

(a) The layout of steam turbine and associated plant

Appendix 6–12

(b) Critical aspects and operational limitations of boiler and turbine operations

MN10.1.3. Describe gas turbine plant

(a) The layout of gas turbine and associated plant

(b) Critical aspects and operational limitations of gas turbine operations

MN10.1.4. Describe the transmission of power to the propulsion system

MN10.1.5. Describe the function and operational limitations of the following, and have an awareness of the relevant regulations:

(a) Auxiliary boilers

(b) Distillation and freshwater systems

(c) Pumps

(d) Refrigeration and air conditioning systems

(e) Ventilation

(f) Sewage treatment plant

(g) Oily water separation and oil filtering

(h) Incinerators

(i) Electrical power generation and distribution

(j) Stabilisers

MN10.1.6. Describe steering and manoeuvring systems

(a) Ram and rotary systems

(b) Telemotor and transmission system

(c) Auxiliary and emergency steering systems

(d) Thrusters

(e) Relevant regulations

MN10.1.7. Understand marine engineering terms

(a) Terms in common use consistent with use in UK regulations

MN10.1.8. Understand the concepts of control systems

(a) Open and closed loops and their components

(b) Types of control action

(c) Practical shipboard applications

MN10.1.9. Understand the need for and describe the function and operation of:

(a) Data loggers

(b) Mimic diagrams

(c) Analogue and digital displays

(d) Shipboard applications of the above

MN10.1.10. Describe the principles of bridge control

(a) Principles of bridge control, including fail safe, fail run and safety interlocks for:

(i) Slow speed diesel engines

(ii) Medium speed diesel engines fitted with controllable pitchpropeller or reversing gearbox

Appendix 6–13

(iii) Steam turbines with associated boilers

(iv) Gas turbines

(v) Thruster systems

(b) Interchanging bridge and engine room control

(c) Requirements for plant monitoring and alarm systems for UMS Operations

(d) Integrated bridge systems

MN10.1.11. Understand factors affecting fuel consumption

(a) Fuel consumption calculations

(b) Conservation of fuel

(c) Propeller pitch and slip

MC Cargo handling and stowage at the management level

MC1 Plan and ensure safe loading, stowage, securing, care during the voyageand unloading

MC1.1 Cargo handling and stowage

MC1.1.1. Understand the structural requirements for vessels with respect to the handling and carriage of cargo

(a) Conditions for the assignment of Loadline

(b) Loadline terminology and definitions

(c) Assignment of special loadlines e.g.timber

(d) Requirements and Codes for the construction of specialised vessels

(e) Requirements for Compartments and Magazines containing Explosives(IMDG Class 1)

MC1.1.2. Understand stability/stress diagrams and stress calculating equipment

(a) Causes of shear forces, bending moments and torsion stresses and the types of vessel more susceptible to the effects

(b) Simple shear force and bending moments curves for box shapedvessels on an even keel

(c) Stress calculating equipment to assess the outcome of proposedcargo/ballast distribution during operations and for final still water and sea going conditions

Note Full use to be made of typical stability information supplied to ships including computer software packages

MC1.1.3. Know the planning and operational procedures for the stowage andsecuring of dry cargoes, stores and equipment

(a) General Safety and relevant sections of the Code of Safe Practice for Merchant Seamen

(b) Entry into enclosed spaces

(c) Relevant 'M' Notices applicable to the carriage of cargoes

(d) Voyages through different load line zones involving the calculations of cargo, fuel, fresh water and stores on board

(e) Cargo weight and volume, stowage factor, broken stowage

Appendix 6–14

(f) Stowage and securing requirements, including the relevant regulationsand codes for:

(i) Containers

(ii) Ro-Ro

(iii) Refrigerated

(iv) Deck

(v) Bulk, including coal and grain

(vi) Packaged dangerous goods

(vii) Break bulk

(viii) Stores and equipment

(g) Pre-loading surveys and inspection of cargo

(h) Effect of Port Rotation on Stowage

(i) Preparation and use of suitable Cargo Plans, Use of Loading/TallySheets

(j) Draught Surveys

(k) Cargo Space Preparation

(l) Handling and securing equipment - Inspection, Survey, Certification

(m) Heavy lift operations

(n) Procedure when cargo is damaged

(o) Contingency planning

(p) Monitoring and care of cargo on passage

MC1.1.4. Know the planning and operational procedures for handling oil, liquid and gas cargoes

(a) Dangers associated with liquid and gas cargoes

(b) Flammable diagram

(c) The causes, dangers, and procedures to prevent static electricity

(d) Toxic effect of cargoes

(e) Methods and Instruments used for testing tank atmospheres

(f) ISGOTT, ICS Tanker Safety Guide (Chemicals) and Codes for Shipscarrying Liquified Gases in Bulk

(g) Cargo planning

(h) Quantity and disposition, tank capacities, calculation of ullages,expansion allowances, volume calculations

(i) Inert gas and vent systems - function of each component, operationalprocedures during tank cleaning, loading and discharge, vapour emission control

(j) Tank cleaning

(k) Comparison of pipeline systems

(l) Setting up and use of systems for loading/discharge/ballast/deballastoperations. Pipeline washing

(m) Operational and safety precautions before, during and subsequent to loading/discharge/ballasting. Single and multi grade cargoes

(i) Ballast management

Appendix 6–15

(ii) Pollution Prevention, SOPEP

(iii) Operation of double-hulled ships

(iv) Combination Carriers - precautions and dangers, proceduresfor changing from dry to liquid cargoes and vice versa

(v) Comparison of the differing requirements for LPG and LNG

(vi) Contingency planning

Note: The level of knowledge required is that for a Chief Officer anddoes not extend to that required for a Tanker Training endorsement

MC1.1.5. Know the planning and operational procedures for passenger operations

(a) Means of passenger and crew access

(b) Passenger embarkation and disembarkation procedures

(c) Passenger lists and muster points

(d) Passenger safety drills

(e) Pre-sailing announcements to passengers

(f) Arrangements for hazardous cargo

(g) Vehicle loading arrangements and vehicle deck safety

(h) Control of passenger movements about the vessel and on vehicledecks

(i) Baggage handling systems

(j) Control of access and in-port security arrangements

(k) On-board security at sea

(l) Deaths on board

(m) Heavy weather avoidance, manoeuvres to minimise motion and adviceto passengers

(n) Watertight door and other closing appliance drills and procedures

(o) Special requirements for the organisation of management systems on large-crewed vessels

(p) Systems for dealing with and resolving passenger complaints

(q) Customer care

(r) Media awareness

MO Controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on board at the management level

MO1 Control trim, stability and stress

MO1.1 Factors affecting trim, stability and stress

MO1.1.1. Understand the theories and factors affecting stability and trim

(a) Stability information carried on board ship

(b) Application of ‘Free Surface Effect’

(c) The effect of loading, discharging, shifting weights on vessels centre of gravity including final list and requirements to bring vessel upright

(d) Considerations to limit maximum angle of list

(e) Increase in draught due to list

Appendix 6–16

(f) The procedure and precautions to be observed when conducting the‘Inclining Experiment’ and stability data obtained

(g) The effect of loading, discharging, shifting weights on trim and draught

(h) Requirements to achieve a desired trim or maintain constant draught

(i) GM, trim and final draught using ‘Stability and Trim’ tables

(j) Stability during drydocking

(k) Angle of heel when turning

MO1.1.2. Understand the factors affecting stability at moderate and large angles of heel

(a) GZ values and Moment of Statical Stability at moderate angles of heelusing the ‘wall sided’ formula

(b) GZ curves using data from KN tables

(c) KN tables derived for ‘fixed trim’ or ‘free trim’

(d) Areas under the GZ curve and dynamical stability

(e) GZ curve to determine if vessel complies with stability requirements ofthe Loadline Regulations

(f) ‘Simplified stability data’ to determine if vessel complies with stabilityrequirements of the Loadline Regulations

(g) The effect on GZ curve of different beam or freeboard, changes in stability on the voyage, initial list, angle of loll, zero initial GM

(h) The effect on GZ curve of shift of cargo/solid ballast, wind heelingmoments

(i) Angle of loll and effective GM at angle of loll

(j) Dangers of and methods of correcting an angle of loll

(k) Changes in stability at large angles of heel

(l) Rolling and synchronous rolling and pitching

(m) Use of the Grain Code to determine if vessel complies with the specified stability criteria

MO1.1.3. Know the effect of damage and flooding on stability [no calculation required]

(a) Damaged stability requirements for passenger vessels and Type A & B vessels

(b) Bilging including effect on draught, trim, list freeboard and stability of bilging amidship, side and end compartments

(c) Know the effect of permeability on a bilged compartment

(d) Countermeasures to be taken in the event of damage and flooding

MO1.1.4. Know the current national and IMO regulations concerning stability

MO1.1.5. Stress: Covered by MC1.1.2 and revision of WO2.2.1 (l)

MC1.1.2 Understand stability/stress diagrams and stress calculatingequipment

(a) Causes of shear forces, bending moments and torsion stresses and the types of vessel affected

(b) Simple shear force and bending moments curves for box shapedvessels

Appendix 6–17

(c) Stress calculating equipment to assess the outcome of proposedcargo/ballast distribution during operations and for final still water and sea going conditions

WO2.2.1 Identify the significant features of a ship’s structure

(a) Variation in the sheer and bending stress – effect of pressure caused by the sea and by liquids in tanks (static and moving), stresses due to uneven loading on decks, holds and engine spaces

Note: Full use to be made of typical stability information supplied to ships including computer software packages

MO2 Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements and measuresto ensure safety of life at sea and the protection of the marine environment

MO2.1 Responsibilities under International Maritime Law

MO2.1.1. Understand agreements and conventions

(a) Certification

(b) Loadlines

(c) SOLAS

(d) MARPOL

(e) Health Regulations

(f) Safety of ship and crew

(g) Safety of passengers and cargo

(h) National legislation for implementing International agreements

(i) Conditions for issuing, validity, extension and content of statutory certificates and documents

MO3 Maintain safety and security of the ship’s crew and passengers and the operational condition of LSA, FFA and other safety systems

MO3.1 Drills, maintenance and procedures

MO3.1.1. Know the drills, and their organisation, required to comply with currentnational and international legislation to include the following situations:

(a) Responding to distress and medical emergencies

(b) Main engine failure

(c) Steering gear failure

(d) Man overboard

(e) Fire

(f) Dragging anchor

(g) Imminent collision and collision

(h) Stranding and grounding

(i) Flooding

(j) Passenger and/or cargo emergencies

(k) Stability emergencies

(l) Enclosed space entry and rescues

Appendix 6–18

(m) Pollution

(n) Parting of lines and tow ropes

(o) Piracy, terrorist activity, armed robbery and other security issues

(p) Abandon ship

MO3.1.2. Know the operational maintenance requirements of FFA, LSA and other safety systems

MO3.1.3. Know the procedures to adopt prior to departure including:

(a) Watertight integrity of vessel

(b) Positive reporting

(c) Pre-departure briefings

(d) Security of cargo and stores

(e) Searches for stowaways

(f) Crew and passenger lists

(g) ISM Code Checklists

(h) Passage Planning and Bridge preparation

(i) Ship Stability

(j) Port Clearance

MO3.1.4. Know the procedures to adopt prior to heavy weather at sea and in port

MO4 Develop emergency and damage control plans and handle emergencysituations

MO4.1 Emergency planning

MO4.1.1. Prepare plans for response to emergencies, including:

(a) Responding to distress and medical emergencies

(b) Main engine failure

(c) Steering gear failure

(d) Man overboard

(e) Fire

(f) Dragging anchor

(g) Imminent collision and collision

(h) Stranding and grounding

(i) Flooding

(j) Passenger and/or cargo emergencies

(k) Stability emergencies

(l) Enclosed space rescues

(m) Pollution

(n) Parting of lines and tow ropes

(o) Piracy, terrorist activity, armed robbery and other security issues

(p) Abandon ship

Appendix 6–19

In each case the following is to be included in compliance with shipboardcontingency plans, standing orders and company instructions and guidance:

(i) Precautions for the protection and safety of persons on board

(ii) Initial actions and response

(iii) Communications and signals required

(iv) Procedures to be followed

(v) Pollution and damage control

MO4.2 Ship Construction

MO4.2.1. Know the ship construction features and systems that may be used to limit damage

(a) Ships’ plans and diagrams

(b) Ventilation systems

(c) Bilge and pumping arrangements

(d) Fixed fire fighting systems

(e) Watertight doors and valves

(f) Classification of bulkheads and firedoors

(g) Strengthening for ice

MO4.3 Methods and aids for fire prevention, detection and extinction

MO4.3.1. The criteria specified in the STCW Training in Advanced Fire Fightingdocument

MO4.4 Functions and use of LSA

MO4.4.1. The criteria specified in the STCW Proficiency in Survival Craft and RescueBoat (other than Fast Rescue Boat) document

MO5 Organise and Manage the Crew

MO5.1 Personnel and resource management

MO5.1.1. Understand personnel management theory

(a) The senior officer as manager

(b) Decision-making processes

(c) Performance indicators and measures

(d) Discipline and procedures

(e) Counselling and guidance

(f) Interviewing techniques

(g) Staff and performance appraisal

MO5.1.2. Understand application of management theory and skills

(a) Organise routine operations and assess resource requirements

(b) Training programmes for personnel

(c) Maintaining personnel records

(d) Meeting organisation and recording

MO5.1.3. Understand budgetary control

(a) Construction of budgets and the setting of targets

Appendix 6–20

(b) Fixed and variable costs, expenditure profiles

(c) Dealing with budgetary variances

(d) Budget reports and basic financial analysis

MO5.2 International maritime conventions, recommendations and national legislation

MO5.2.1. Understand Employment Law

(a) Current employment legislation

(b) Employment of seafarers under the Merchant Shipping Acts

(c) Safe Manning and Hours of Work

MO5.2.2. Understand Safety Management and Quality Assurance Legislation, Codesand Guidance

(a) Variation and causes of error: human error and systems error

(b) The framework and origins of British and international standards

(c) Current safety legislation, codes and guidance

(d) Quality Systems and the ISM Code

MO5.2.3. Application of Safety Management Systems

(a) The creation of a safety culture

(b) Risk Assessment

(c) Audits

(d) Investigating incidents

(e) Safety Committee and Safety Officials

(f) Documentation and Record Keeping

MO6 Organise and manage the provision of medical care on board

MO6.1 Medical care on board

MO6.1.1. The criteria specified in the STCW Medical Care on Board document

ML Law at Management Level

ML1 Understand the principles and application of UK and international law

ML1.1 UK and International Legislation

ML1.1.1. Understand the relationship between law, codes and other forms ofguidance [Revision of WO6.1.1]

(a) International Conventions and Treaties

(i) Legislation, Codes of Practice and M Notices

(ii) An overview of UK Civil and Criminal Law

(iii) An overview of Flag and Port State Control

(iv) An overview of MARPOL and its Annexes

ML1.1.2. Understand the principles of UK and international legislation

(a) The laws of contract, tort and agency

Appendix 6–21

(b) Liens

(c) Arbitration

(d) UNCLOS III

(e) Statutory and other records including the OLB and ORB

(f) Legal responsibility of the master with respect to:

(i) Distress

(ii) Collision

(iii) Encountering navigational hazards

(iv) Pollution

(v) Salvage

(vi) Towage

(vii) Pilotage

ML1.1.3. Understand the application of UK and international law

(a) Flag State Surveys

(b) Classification and other surveys

(c) Port State Control surveys

(d) Record keeping and the collection of evidence

ML2 Understand and apply commercial law

ML2.1 UK and international legislation

ML2.1.1. Understand and apply relevant international regulations, codes andstandards concerning the safe handling, stowage, securing and transport of cargoes

(a) Carriage of Goods by Sea Acts

(b) Contracts of Carriage of Goods

(c) Charter Party types, clauses, rights and obligations

(d) Bills of Lading

(e) Carriage of Deck Cargo

(f) Marine Insurance Act 1906, Effects of Deviation, Delay and Change of Voyage, Marine Policy Form and Institute Time Clauses - Hulls

(g) P & I Clubs and associations

(h) Commercial institutions

(i) York/Antwerp Rules

(j) Safe Port

(k) Noting Protest and Extending Protest

ML2.1.2. ML2.1.2 Understand the procedure on arrival at, and on departure from a port

Appendix 6–22

MM Maintenance and materials at Management Level

MM1 Maintain the vessel

MM1.1 Properties and protection of materials

MM1.1.1. Understand the range and application of materials and processes

(a) Properties of materials including:

(i) Steel

(ii) Non-ferrous Alloys

(iii) GRP and plastics

(iv) Ceramics and cement

(v) Timber

(b) Processes

(i) Annealing

(ii) Normalising

(iii) Welding

(iv) Galvanising

(v) Bonding

(c) Failure, corrosion and protection

(i) Methods of maintaining different parts of a vessel’s structure

(ii) Causes of corrosion and material degradation

(iii) Destructive and non-destructive testing

(iv) Brittle fracture, fatigue, creep

(v) Chemical and electrolytic action, stress corrosion

(vi) Biological and photodegradation of plastics

(vii) Surface preparation

(viii) Coatings and cathodic protection

(d) Planned maintenance systems

MM1.1.2. Know the properties and safe use of maintenance equipment and materials

(a) Paints, chemicals, cleaning agents and lubricants

(b) Maintenance equipment and machinery

(c) Storage and disposal of materials

(d) COSHH Regulations

MM2 Drydocking and Survey Preparation

MM2.1 Dry-docking procedures

MM2.1.1. Know the procedures for dry-docking

(a) Preparation of a dry-dock specification

(b) Prepare vessel to enter dock

(c) Planning and management of work

Appendix 6–23

(d) Crew and service arrangements

MM2.2 Survey Preparation

MM2.2.1. Know the preparations required for surveys

(a) Hull and machinery

(b) Lifting appliances

(c) Loadline

(d) Safety

Appendix 6–24

Appendix 7

Example Report Forms

Appendix 7–1

Name CompanyScheme Deck Period of Report Phase One Date of Report

Units/ Assessments Final Effort AbilitySubjects this

Phaseset to date

compto date

resitstaken

Grade A B C D A B C D

EDHPSC & RBClaITMathematics – Initial Assessment (IAMI)

Absence Attendance Class Tutor’s Assessment Grading KeyAccumulated Possible ½ day A B C D A Excellent

½ day absences attendances Conduct B Above averagethis phase this phase Dress & appearance C Fulfil

Sense of responsibility D BelowShort Courses STCW Personal Survival TechniquesFire Prevention & Fire Fighting Elementary First AidPersonal Safety & Social Responsibilities

Date Result

College Comment

Signed Head of Faculty/School

Signed Date Cadet Comment

Signed Company Comment

Signed Please forward a copy of this report to : Cadet/Cadet � College �

Appendix 7–2

Appendix 7–3

NameCompany

Scheme Deck (Standard) Period of Report Phase Three Date of Report

Units/ Assessments Interim Effort AbilitySubjects this

Phaseset to date

Compto date

resits taken

Grade A B C D A B C D

2. Chartwork 3. Tides and Sailings 9. Ship Construction

D = Distinction M = Merit P = Pass R = Referral F = Fail

Absence Attendance Class Tutor’s Assessment Grading KeyAccumulated Possible A B C D A Excellent

½ day absences

½ days attendances

Conduct B Above average

this phase this phase Dress & appearance C FulfilSense of responsibility D Below

Short Courses Date Result

College Comment

Signed Head of Faculty/SchoolSigned Date Cadet Comment

Signed Company Comment

Signed Please forward a copy of this report to : Cadet/Cadet � College �

Appendix 7–4

NameCompany

Scheme Deck (Standard) Period of Report Phase Five Date of Report

Units/ Assessments Interim Effort AbilitySubjects this

Phaseset to date

Compto date

resits taken

Grade A B C D A B C D

1 Celestial Navigation 4 Meteorology 5 Bridge Watchkeeping 6 Emergency Response 7 Cargo Work 8 Ship Stability 1 10 Marine Law and Management

D = Distinction M = Merit P = Pass R = Referral F = Fail

Absence Attendance Class Tutor’s Assessment Grading KeyAccumulated Possible A B C D A Excellent

½ day absences ½ day attendances

Conduct B Above average

this phase this phase Dress & appearance C FulfilSense ofresponsibility

D Below

Short Courses MCA Signals (OOW) STCW Medical First Aid Aboard Ship STCW Advanced Fire Fighting NARAS (Operational) GMDSS

Date Result

College Comment

Signed Head of Faculty/SchoolSigned Date Cadet Comment

Signed Company Comment

Signed Please forward a copy of this report to : Cadet/Cadet � College �