Resolução da Assembleia da República n.º 45/98 — Aprova, para adesão, as emendas ao anexo à Convenção Internacional sobre Normas de Formação, de Certificação e de…

6) «Independent evaluation» means an evaluation by suitably qualified persons, independent of, or external to, the unit or activity being evaluated, to verify that the administrative and operational procedures at all levels are managed, organized, undertaken and monitored internally in order to ensure their fitness for purpose and achievement of stated objectives.

SECTION A-I/2

Certificates and endorsements

1 - Where, as provided in regulation I/2, paragraph 4, the endorsement required by article VI of the Convention is incorporated in the wording of the certificate itself, the certificate shall be issued in the format shown hereunder, provided that the words «or until the date of expiry of any extension of the validity of this certificate as may be shown overleaf» appearing on the front of the form and the provisions for recording extension of the validity appearing on the back of the form shall be omitted where the certificate is required to be replaced upon its expiry. Guidance on completion of the form is contained in section B-I/2 of this Code.

(Official seal)

(Country)

Certificate issued under the provisions of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certication and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amended in 1995.

The Government of ... certifies that ... has been found duly qualified in accordance with the provisions of regulation ... of the above Convention, as amended, and has been found competent to perform the following functions, at the specified, subject to any limitations indicated until ... or until the date of expiry of any extension of the validity of this certificate as may be shown overleaf:

(ver tabela no documento original)

The lawful holder of this certificate may serve in the following capacity or capacities specified in the applicable safe manning requirements of the Administration:

(ver modelo no documento original)

2 - Except as provided in paragraph 1, the form used to attest the issue of a certificate shall be as shown hereunder, provided that the words «or until the date of expiry of any extension of the validity of this endorsement as may be shown overleaf» appearing on the front of the form and the provisions for recording extension of the validity appearing on the back of the form shall be omitted where the endorsement is required to be replaced upon its expiry. Guidance on completion of the form is contained in section B-I/2 of this Code.

(Official seal)

(Country)

Endorsement attesting the issue of a certificate under the provisions of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certication and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amended in 1995.

The Government of ... certifies that certification no ... who has been found duly qualified in accordance with the provisions of regulation ... of the above Convention, as amended, and has been found competent to perform the following functions, at the specified, subject to any limitations indicated until ... or until the date of expiry of any extension of the validity of this certificate as may be shown overleaf:

(ver tabela no documento original)

The lawful holder of this endorsement may serve in the following capacity or capacities specified in the applicable safe manning requirements of the Administration:

(ver modelo no documento original)

3 - The form used to attest the recognition of a certificate shall be as shown hereunder, except that the words «or until the date of expiry of any extension of the validity of this endorsement as may be shown overleaf» appearing on the front of the form and the provisions for recording extension of the validity appearing on the back of the form shall be omitted where the endorsement is required to be replaced upon its expiry. Guidance on completion of the form is contained in section B-I/2 of this Code.

(Official seal)

(Country)

Endorsement attesting the recognition of a certificate under the provisions of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certication and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amended in 1995.

The Government of ... certifies that certificate no. ... issued to ... by or behalf of the Government of ... is duly recognized in accordance with the provisions of regulation I/10 of the above Convention, as amended, and the lawful holder is authorized to perform the following functions at the levels specified, subject to any limitations indicated until ... or until the date of expiry of any extension of the validity of this certificate as may be shown overleaf:

(ver tabela no documento original)

The lawful holder of this certificate may serve in the following capacity or capacities specified in the applicable safe manning requirements of the Administration:

(ver modelo no documento original)

4 - In using formats which may be different from those set forth in this section, pursuant to regulation I/2, paragraph 8, Parties shall ensure that in all cases:

1) All information relating to the identity and personal description of the holder, including name, date of birth, photograph and signature, along with the date on which the document was issued, shall be displayed on the same side of the documents; and

2) All information relating to the capacity or capacities in which the holder is entitled to serve, in accordance with the applicable safe manning requirements of the Administration, as well as any limitations, shall be prominently displayed and easily identified.

SECTION A-I/3

Principles governing near-coastal voyages

(No provisions.)

SECTION A-I/4

Control procedures

1 - The assessment procedure provided for in regulation I/4, subparagraph 1.3), resulting from any of the occurrences mentioned therein shall take the form of a verification that members of the crew who are required to be competent do in fact possess the necessary skills related to the occurrence.

2 - It shall be borne in mind when making this assessment that on-board procedures are relevant to the International Safety Management (ISM) Code and that the provisions of this Convention are confined to the competence to safely execute those procedures.

3 - Control procedures under this Convention shall be confined to the standards of competence of the individual seafarers on board and their skills related to watchkeeping as defined in part A of this Code. On-board assessment of competence shall commence with verification of the certificates of the seafarers.

4 - Notwithstanding verification of the certificate, the assessment under regulation I/4, subparagraph 1.3), can require the seafarer to demonstrate the related competency at the place of duty. Such demonstration may include verification that operational requirements in respect of watchkeeping standards have been met and that there is a proper response to emergency situations within the seafarer's level of competence.

5 - In the assessment, only the methods for demonstrating competence together with the criteria for its evaluation and the scope of the standards given in part A of this Code shall be used.

SECTION A-I/5

National provisions

The provisions of regulation I/5 shall not be interpreted as preventing the allocation of tasks for training under supervision or in cases of force majeure.

SECTION A-I/6

Training and assessment

1 - Each Party shall ensure that all training and assessment of seafarers for certification under the Convention is:

1) Structured in accordance with written programmes, including such methods and media of delivery, procedures, and course material as are necessary to achieve the prescribed standard of competence; and

2) Conducted, monitored, evaluated and supported by persons qualified in accordance with paragraphs 4, 5 and 6.

2 - Persons conducting in-service training or assessment on board ship shall only do so when such training or assessment will not adversely affect the normal operation of the ship and they can dedicate their time and attention to training or assessment.

Qualifications of instructors, supervisors and assessors

3 - Each Party shall ensure that instructors, supervisors and assessors are appropriately qualified for the particular types and levels of training or assessment of competence of seafarers either on board or ashore, as required under the Convention, in accordance with the provisions of this section.

In-service training

4 - Any person conducting in-service training of a seafarer, either on board or ashore, which is intended to be used in qualifying for certification under the Convention, shall:

1) Have an appreciation of the training programme and an understanding of the specific training objectives for the particular type of training being conducted;

2) Be qualified in the task for which training is being conducted; and

3) If conducting training using a simulator:

3.1) Have received appropriate guidance in instructional techniques involving the use of simulators; and

3.2) Have gained practical operational experience on the particular type of simulator being used.

5 - Any person responsible for the supervision of in-service training of a seafarer intended to be used in qualifying for certification under the Convention shall have a full understanding of the training programme and the specific objectives for each type of training being conducted.

Assessment of competence

6 - Any person conducting in-service assessment of competence of a seafarer, either on board or ashore, which is intended to be used in qualifying for certification under the Convention, shall:

1) Have an appropriate level of knowledge and understanding of the competence to be assessed;

2) Be qualified in the task for which the assessment is being made;

3) Have received appropriate guidance in assessment methods and practice;

4) Have gained practical assessment experience; and

5) If conducting assessment involving the use of simulators, have gained practical assessment experience on the particular type of simulator under the supervision and to the satisfaction of an experienced assessor.

Training and assessment within an institution

7 - Each Party which recognizes a course of training, a training institution, or a qualification granted by a training institution, as part of its requirements for the issue of a certificate required under the Convention, shall ensure that the qualifications and experience of instructors and assessors are covered in the application of the quality standard provisions of section A-I/8. Such qualification, experience and application of quality standards shall incorporate appropriate training in instructional techniques, and training and assessment methods and practice, and comply with all applicable requirements of paragraphs 4 to 6.

SECTION A-I/7

Communication of information

1 - The information required by regulation I/7, paragraph 1 shall be communicated to the Secretary-General in the formats prescribed in paragraph 2 hereunder.

2 - By 1 August 1998, or within one calendar year of entry into force of regulation I/7, whichever is later for the Party concerned, each Party shall report on the steps it has taken to give the Convention full and complete effect, which report shall include the following:

1) The name, postal address and telephone and facsimile numbers and organization chart of the ministry, department or governmental agency responsible for administering the Convention;

2) A concise explanation of the legal and administrative measures provided and taken to ensure compliance, particularly with regulations I/6 and I/9;

3) A clear statement of the education, training, examination, competency assessment and certification policies adopted;

4) A concise summary of the courses, training programmes, examinations and assessments provided for each certificate issued pursuant to the Convention;

5) A concise outline of the procedures followed to authorize, accredit or approve training and examinations, medical fitness and competency assessments, required by the Convention, the conditions attaching thereto, and a list of the authorizations, accreditations and approvals granted;

6) A concise summary of the procedures followed in granting any dispensation under article VIII of the Convention; and

7) The results of the comparison carried out pursuant to regulation I/11 and a concise outline of the refresher and upgrading training mandated.

3 - Each Party shall, within six months of:

1) Retaining or adopting any equivalent education or training arrangements pursuant to article IX, provide a full description of such arrangements;

2) Recognizing certificates issued by another Party, provide a report summarizing the measures taken to ensure compliance with regulation I/10; and

3) Authorizing the employment of seafarers holding alternative certificates issued under regulation VII/1 on ships entitled to fly its flag, provide the Secretary-General with a specimen copy of the type of safe manning documents issued to such ships.

4 - Each Party shall report the results of each evaluation carried out pursuant to regulation I/8, paragraph 2, within six months of its completion, which report shall describe the terms of reference of the evaluators, their qualifications and experience, the date and scope of the evaluation, the deficiencies found and the corrective measures recommended and carried out.

5 - The Secretary-General shall maintain a list of competent persons approved by the Maritime Safety Committee, including competent persons made available or recommended by the Parties, who may be called upon to assist in the preparation of the report required by regulation I/7, paragraph 2. These persons shall ordinarily be available during relevant sessions of the Maritime Safety Committee or its subsidiary bodies, but need not conduct their work solely during such sessions.

6 - In relation to regulation I/7, paragraph 2, the competent persons shall be knowledgeable of the requirements of the Convention and at least one of them shall have knowledge of the system of training and certification of the Party concerned.

7 - Any meeting of the competent persons shall:

1) Be held at the discretion of the Secretary-General;

2) Be comprised of an odd number of members, ordinarily not to exceed 5 persons;

3) Appoint its own chairman; and

4) Provide the Secretary-General with the agreed opinion of its members, or if no agreement is reached, with both the majority and minority views.

8 - The competent persons shall, on a confidential basis, express their views in writing on:

1) A comparison of the facts reported in the information communicated to the Secretary-General by the Party, with all relevant requirements of the Convention;

2) The report of any relevant evaluation submitted under regulation I/8, paragraph 3; and

3) Any additional information provided by the Party.

9 - In preparing the report to the Maritime Safety Committee required by regulation I/7, paragraph 2, the Secretary-General shall:

1) Solicit and take into account the views expressed by competent persons selected from the list established pursuant to paragraph 5;

2) Seek clarification when necessary from the Party of any matter related to the information provided under regulation I/7, paragraph 1; and

3) Identify any area in which the Party may have requested assistance to implement the Convention.

10 - The Party concerned shall be informed of the arrangements for the meetings of competent persons, and its representatives shall be entitled to be present to clarify any matter related to the information provided pursuant to regulation I/7, paragraph 1.

11 - If the Secretary-General is not in a position to submit the report called for by paragraph 2 of regulation I/7, the Party concerned may request the Maritime Safety Committee to take the action contemplated by paragraph 3 of regulation I/7, taking into account the information submitted persuant to this section and the views expressed in accordance with paragraphs 7 and 8.

SECTION A-I/8

Quality standards

National objectives and quality standards

1 - Each Party shall ensure that the education and training objectives and related standards of competence to be achieved are clearly defined and identify the levels of knowledge, understanding and skills appropriate to the examinations and assessments required under the Convention. The objectives and related quality standards may be specified separately for different courses and training programmes and shall cover the administration of the certification system.

2 - The field of application of the quality standards shall cover the administration of the certification system, all training courses and programmes, examinations and assessments carried out by or under the authority of a Party and the qualifications and experience required of instructors and assessors, having regard to the policies, systems, controls and internal quality assurance reviews established to ensure achievement of the defined objectives.

3 - Each Party shall ensure that an independent evaluation of the knowledge, understanding, skills and competence acquisition and assessment activities, and of the administration of the certification system, are conducted at intervals of not more than five years in order to verify that:

1) All internal management control and monitoring measures and follow-up actions comply with planned arrangements and documented procedures and are effective in ensuring achievement of the defined objectives;

2) The results of each independent evaluation are documented and brought to the attention of those responsible for the area evaluated; and

3) Timely action is taken to correct deficiencies.

4 - The report of the independent evaluation required by paragraph 3 of regulation I/8 shall include the terms of reference for the evaluation and the qualifications and experience of the evaluators.

SECTION A-I/9

Medical standards - Issue and registration of certificates

(No provisions.)

SECTION A-I/10

Recognition of certificates

1 - The provisions of regulation I/10, paragraph 4, regarding the non-recognition of certificates issued by a non-Party shall not be construed as preventing a Party, when issuing its own certificate, from accepting seagoing service, education and training acquired under the authority of a non-Party, provided the Party complies with regulation I/9 in issuing each such certificate, and ensures that the requirements of the Convention relating to seagoing service, education, training and competence are complied with.

2 - Where an Administration which has recognized a certificate withdraws its endorsement of recognition for disciplinary reasons, the Administration shall inform the Party that issued the certificate of the circumstances.

SECTION A-I/11

Revalidation of certificates

Professional competence

1 - Continued professional competence as required under regulation I/11 shall be established by:

1) Approved seagoing service performing functions appropriate to the certificate held for a period of at least one year in total during the preceding five years; or

2) Having performed functions considered to be equivalent to the seagoing service required in subparagraph 1.1); or

3) One of the following:

3.1) Passing an approved test; or

3.2) Successfully completing an approved course or courses; or

3.3) Having completed approved seagoing service performing functions appropriate to the certificate held for a period of not less than three months in a supernumerary capacity, or in a lower officer rank than that for which the certificate held is valid immediately prior to taking up the rank for which it is valid.

2 - The refresher and updating courses required by regulation I/11 shall be approved and include changes in relevant national and international regulations concerning the safety of life at sea and the protection of the marine environment and take account of any updating of the standard of competence concerned.

SECTION A-I/12

Standards governing the use of simulators

Part 1

Performance standards

General performance standards for simulators used in training

1 - Each Party shall ensure that any simulator used for mandatory simulator-based training shall:

1) Be suitable for the selected objectives and training tasks;

2) Be capable of simulating the operating capabilities of shipboard equipment concerned, to a level of physical realism appropriate to training objectives, and include the capabilities, limitations and possible errors of such equipment;

3) Have sufficient behavioural realism to allow a trainee to acquire the skills appropriate to the training objectives;

4) Provide a controlled operating environment, capable of producing a variety of conditions, which may include emergency, hazardous or unusual situations relevant to the training objectives;

5) Provide an interface through which a trainee can interact with the equipment, the simulated environment and, as appropriate, the instructor; and

6) Permit an instructor to control, monitor and record exercises for the effective debriefing of trainees.

General performance standards for simulators used in assessment of competence

2 - Each Party shall ensure that any simulator used for the assessment of competence required under the Convention or for any demonstration of continued proficiency so required, shall:

1) Be capable of satisfying the specified assessment objectives;

2) Be capable of simulating the operational capabilities of the shipboard equipment concerned to a level of physical realism appropriate to the assessment objectives, and include the capabilities, limitations and possible errors of such equipment;

3) Have sufficient behavioural realism to allow a candidate to exhibit the skills appropriate to the assessment objectives;

4) Provide an interface through which a candidate can interact with the equipment and simulated environment;

5) Provide a controlled operating environment, capable of producing a variety of conditions, which may include emergency, hazardous or unusual situations relevant to assessment objectives; and

6) Permit an assessor to control, monitor and record exercises for the effective assessment of the performance of candidates.

Additional performance standards

3 - In addition to meeting the basic requirements set out in paragraphs 1 and 2, simulation equipment to which this section applies shall meet the performance standards given hereunder in accordance with their specific type.

Radar simulation

4 - Radar simulation equipment shall be capable of simulating the operational capabilities of navigational radar equipment which meets all applicable performance standards adopted by the Organization and incorporate facilities to:

1) Operate in the stabilized relative motion mode and sea and ground stabilized true motion modes;

2) Model weather, tidal streams, current, shadow sectors, spurious echoes and other propagation effects, and generate coastlines, navigational buoys and search and rescue transponders; and

3) Create a real-time operating environment incorporating at least two own ship stations with ability to change own ship's course and speed, and include parameters for at least 20 target ships and appropriate communication facilities.

Automatic Radar Plotting Aid (ARPA) simulation

5 - ARPA simulation equipment shall be capable of simulating the operational capabilities of ARPAs which meet all applicable performance standards adopted by the Organization, and shall incorporate the facilities for:

1) Manual and automatic target acquisition;

2) Past track information;

3) Use of exclusion areas;

4) Vector/graphic time-scale and data display; and

5) Trial manoeuvres.

Part 2

Other provisions

Simulator training objectives

6 - Each Party shall ensure that the aims and objectives of simulator-based training are defined within an overall training programme and that specific training objectives and tasks are selected so as to relate as closely as possible to shipboard tasks and practices.

Training procedures

7 - In conducting mandatory simulator-based training, instructors shall ensure that:

1) Trainees are adequately briefed beforehand on the exercise objectives and tasks and are given sufficient planning time before the exercise starts;

2) Trainees have adequate familiarization time on the simulator and with its equipment before any training or assessment exercise commences;

3) Guidance given and exercise stimuli are appropriate to the selected exercise objectives and tasks and to the level of trainee experience;

4) Exercises are effectively monitored, supported as appropriate by audio and visual observation of trainee activity and pre and post exercise evaluation reports;

5) Trainees are effectively debriefed to ensure that training objectives have been met and that operational skills demonstrated are of an acceptable standard;

6) The use of peer assessment during debriefing is encouraged; and

7) Simulator exercises are designed and tested so as to ensure their suitability for the specified training objectives.

Assessment procedures

8 - Where simulators are used to assess the ability of candidates to demonstrate levels of competency, assessors shall ensure that:

1) Performance criteria are identified clearly and explicitly and are valid and available to the candidates;

2) Assessment criteria are established clearly and are explicit to ensure reliability and uniformity of assessment and to optimise objective measurement and evaluation, so that subjective judgements are kept to the minimum;

3) Candidates are briefed clearly on the tasks and/or skills to be assessed and on the tasks and performance criteria by which their competency will be determined;

4) Assessment of performance takes into account normal operating procedures and any behavioural interaction with other candidates on the simulator or simulator staff;

5) Scoring or grading methods to assess performance are used with caution until they have been validated; and

6) The prime criterion is that a candidate demonstrates the ability to carry out a task safely and effectively to the satisfaction of the assessor.

Qualifications of instructors and assessors

9 - Each Party shall ensure that instructors and assessors are appropriately qualified and experienced for the particular types and levels of training and corresponding assessment of competence as specified in regulation I/6 and section A-I/6.

SECTION A-I/13

Conduct of trials

(No provisions.)

SECTION A-I/14

Responsibilities of companies

1 - Companies, masters and crew members each have responsibility for ensuring that the obligations set out in this section are given full and complete effect and that such other measures as may be necessary are taken to ensure that each crew member can make a knowledgeable and informed contribution to the safe operation of the ship.

2 - The company shall provide written instructions to the master of each ship to which the Convention applies, setting forth the policies and the procedures to be followed to ensure that all seafarers who are newly employed on board the ship are given a reasonable opportunity to become familiar with the shipboard equipment, operating procedures and other arrangements needed for the proper performance of their duties, before being assigned to those duties. Such policies and procedures shall include:

1) Allocation of a reasonable period of time during which each newly employed seafarer will have an opportunity to become acquainted with:

1.1) The specific equipment the seafarer will be using or operating, and;

1.2) Ship specific watchkeeping, safety, environmental protection and emergency procedures and arrangements the seafarer needs to know to perform the assigned duties properly; and

2) Designation of a knowledgeable crew member who will be responsible for ensuring that an opportunity is provided to each newly employed seafarer to receive essential information in a language the seafarer understands.

SECTION A-I/15

Transitional provisions

(No provisions.)

CHAPTER II

Standards regarding the master and deck department

SECTION A-II/1

Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more

Standard of competence

1 - Every candidate for certification shall:

1) Be required to demonstrate the competence to undertake at operational level, the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of table A-II/1;

2) At least hold an appropriate certificate for performing VHF radiocommunications in accordance with the requirements of the Radio Regulations; and

3) If designated to have primary responsibility for radiocommunications during distress incidents, hold an appropriate certificate issued or recognized under the provisions of the Radio Regulations.

2 - The minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency required for certification is listed in column 2 of table A-II/1.

3 - The level of knowledge of the subjects listed in column 2 of table A-II/1 shall be sufficient for officers of the watch to carry out their watchkeeping duties.

4 - Training and experience to achieve the necessary level of theoretical knowledge, understanding and proficiency shall be based on section A-VIII/1, part 3.1, «Basic principles to be observed in keeping a navigational watch», and shall also take into account the relevant requirements of this part and the guidance given in part B of this Code.

5 - Every candidate for certification shall be required to provide evidence of having achieved the required standard of competence in accordance with the methods for demonstrating competence and the criteria for evaluating competence tabulated in columns 3 and 4 of table A-II/1.

On-board training

6 - Every candidate for certification as officer in charge of a navigational watch of ships of 500 gross tonnage or more whose seagoing service, in accordance with subparagraph 2.2) of regulation II/1, forms part of a training programme approved as meeting the requirements of this section shall follow an approved programme of on-board training which:

1) Ensures that during the required period of seagoing service the candidate receives systematic practical training and experience in the tasks, duties and responsibilities of an officer in charge of a navigational watch, taking into account the guidance given in section B-II/1 of this Code;

2) Is closely supervised and monitored by qualified officers aboard the ships in which the approved seagoing service is performed; and

3) Is adequately documented in a training record book or similar document.

Near-coastal voyages

7 - The following subjects may be omitted from those listed in column 2 of table A-II/1 for issue of restricted certificates for service on near-coastal voyages, bearing in mind the safety of all ships which may be operating in the same waters:

1) Celestial navigation; and

2) Those electronic systems of position fixing and navigation that do not cover the waters for which the certificate is to be valid.

TABLE A-II/1

Specification of minimum standard of competence for officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more

(ver tabela no documento original)

SECTION A-II/2

Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of masters and chief mates of ships of 500 gross tonnage or more

Standard of competence

1 - Every candidate for certification as master or chief mate of ships of 500 gross tonnage or more shall be required to demonstrate the competence to undertake at the management level, the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of table A-II/2.

2 - The minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency required for certification is listed in column 2 of table A-II/2. This incorporates, expands and extends in depth the subjects listed in column 2 of table A-II/1 for officers in charge of a navigational watch.

3 - Bearing in mind that the master has ultimate responsibility for the safety of the ship, its passengers, crew and cargo, and for the protection of the marine environment against pollution by the ship and that a chief mate shall be in a position to assume that responsibility at any time, assessment in these subjects shall be designed to test their ability to assimilate all available information that affects the safety of the ship, its passengers, crew or cargo, or the protection of the marine environment.

4 - The level of knowledge of the subjects listed in column 2 of table A-II/2 shall be sufficient to enable the candidate to serve in the capacity of master of chief mate.

5 - The level of theoretical knowledge, understanding and proficiency required under the different sections in column 2 of table A-II/2 may be varied according to whether the certificate is to be valid for ships of 3,000 gross tonnage or more or for ships of between 500 gross tonnage and 3,000 gross tonnage.

6 - Training and experience to achieve the necessary level of theoretical knowledge, understanding and proficiency shall take into account the relevant requirements of this part and the guidance given in parte B of this Code.

7 - Every candidate for certification shall be required to provide evidence of having achieved the required standard of competence in accordance with the methods for demonstrating competence and criteria for evaluating competence tabulated in columns 3 and 4 of table A-II/2.

Near-coastal voyages

8 - An Administration may issue a certificate restricted to service on ships engaged exclusively on near-coastal voyages and, for the issue of such a certificate, may exclude such subjects as are not applicable to the waters or ships concerned, bearing in mind the effect on the safety of all ships which may be operating in the same waters.

TABLE A-II/2

Specification of minimum standard of competence for masters and chief mates on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more

(ver tabela no documento original)

SECTION A-II/3

Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of officers in charge of a navigational watch and of masters on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage, engaged on near-coastal voyages

Officer in charge of a navigational watch

Standard of competence

1 - Every candidate of certification shall:

1) Be required to demonstrate the competence to undertake at operational level, the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of table A-II/3;

2) At least hold an appropriate certificate for performing VHF radiocommunications in accordance with the requirements of the Radio Regulations; and

3) If designated to have primary responsibility for radiocommunications during distress incidents, hold an appropriate certificate issued or recognized under the provisions of the Radio Regulations.

2 - The minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency required for certification is listed in column 2 of table A-II/3.

3 - The level of knowledge of the subjects listed in column 2 of table A-II/3 shall be sufficient to enable the candidate to serve in the capacity of officer in charge of a navigational watch.

4 - Training and experience to achieve the necessary level of theoretical knowledge, understanding and proficiency shall be based on section A-VIII/1, part 3.1, «Basic principles to be observed in keeping a navigational watch», and shall also take into account the relevant requirements of this part and the guidance given in part B of this Code.

5 - Every candidate for certification shall be required to provide evidence of having achieved the required standard of competence in accordance with the methods for demonstrating competence and the criteria for evaluating competence tabulated in columns 3 and 4 of table A-II/3.

Special training

6 - Every candidate for certification as officer in charge of a navigational watch on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage, engaged on near-coastal voyages, who, in accordance with subparagraph 4.2.1, of regulation II/3, is required to have completed special training, shall follow an approved programme of on-board training which:

1) Ensures that during the required period of seagoing service the candidate receives systematic practical training and experience in the tasks, duties and responsibilities of an officer in charge of a navigational watch, taking into account the guidance given in section B-II/1 of this Code;

2) Is closely supervised and monitored by qualified officers on board the ships in which the approved seagoing service is performed; and

3) Is adequately documented in a training record book or similar document.

Master

7 - Every candidate for certification as master on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage, engaged on near-coastal voyages, shall meet the requirements for an officer in charge of a navigational watch set out below and, in addition, shall be required to provide evidence of kwnowledge and ability to carry out all the duties of such a master.

TABLE A-II/3

Specification of minimum standard of competence for officers in charge of a navigational watch and for masters on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage engaged on near-coastal voyages

(ver tabela no documento original)

SECTION A-II/4

Mandatory minimum requirements for ratings forming part of a navigational watch

Standard of competence

1 - Every rating forming part of a navigational watch on a seagoing ship of 500 gross tonnage or more shall be required to demonstrate the competence to perform the navigation function at the support level, as specified in column 1 of table A-II/4.

2 - The minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency required of ratings forming part of a navigational watch on a seagoing ship of 500 gross tonnage or more is listed in column 2 of table A-II/4.

3 - Every candidate for certification shall be required to provide evidence of having achieved the required standard of competence in accordance with the methods for demonstrating competence and the criteria for evaluating competence specified in columns 3 and 4 of table A-II/4. The reference to «practical test» in column 3 may include approved shore-based training in which the students undergo practical testing.

4 - Where there are no tables of competence for the support level in respect to certain functions, it remains the responsibility of the Administration to determine the appropriate training, assessment and certification requirements to be applied to personnel designated to perform those functions at the support level.

TABLE A-II/4

Specification of minimum standard of competence for ratings forming part of a navigational watch

(ver tabela no documento original)

CHAPTER III

Standards regarding the engine department

SECTION A-III/1

Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of officers in charge of an engineering watch in a manned engine-room or designated duty engineers in a periodically unmanned engine-room.

Training

1 - The education and training required by subparagraph 2.3) of regulation III/1 shall include training in mechanical and electrical workshop skills relevant to the duties of an engineer officer.

On-board training

2 - Every candidate for certification as officer in charge of an engineering watch in a manned engine-room or as designated duty engineer in a periodically unmanned engine-room of ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kW or more shall follow an approved programme of on-board training which:

1) Ensures that during the required period of seagoing service the candidate receives systematic practical training and experience in the tasks, duties and responsibilities of an officer in charge of an engine-room watch, taking into account the guidance given in section B-III/1 of this Code;

2) Is closely supervised and monitored by a qualified and certificated engineer officer aboard the ships in which the approved seagoing service is performed; and

3) Is adequately documented in a training record book.

Standard of competence

3 - Every candidate for certification as officer in charge of an engineering watch in a manned engine-room or as designated duty engineer in a periodically unmanned engine-room on a seagoing ship powered by main propulsion machinery of 750 kW propulsion power or more shall be required to demonstrate ability to undertake at the operational level, the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of table A-III/1.

4 - The minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency required for certification is listed in column 2 of table A-III/1.

5 - The level of knowledge of the material listed in column 2 of table A-III/1 shall be sufficient for engineer officers to carry out their watchkeeping duties.

6 - Training and experience to achieve the necessary theoretical knowledge, understanding and proficiency shall be based on section A-VIII/1, part 3.2, «Principles to be observed in keeping an engineering watch», and shall take into account the relevant requirements of this part and the guidance given in parte B of this Code.

7 - Candidates for certification for service in ships in which steam boilers do not form part of their machinery may omit the relevant requirements of table A-III/1. A certificate awarded on such a basis shall not be valid for service on ships in which steam boilers form part of a ship's machinery until the engineer officer meets the standard of competence in the items omitted from table A-III/1. Any such limitation shall be stated on the certificate and in the endorsement.

8 - Every candidate for certification shall be required to provide evidence of having achieved the required standard of competence in accordance with the methods for demonstrating competence and the criteria for evaluating competence tabulated in columns 3 and 4 of table A-III/1.

Near-coastal voyages

9 - The requirements of subparagraphs 2.2) and 2.3) of regulation III/1 may be varied for engineer officers of ships powered by main propulsion machinery of less than 3,000 kW propulsion power engaged on near-coastal voyages, bearing in mind the effect on the safety of all ships which may be operating in the same waters. Any such limitation shall be stated on the certificate and in the endorsement.

TABLE A-III/1

Specification of minimum standard of competence for officers in charge of an engineering watch in a manned engine-room or designated duty engineers in a periodically unmanned engine-room

(ver tabela no documento original)

SECTION A-III/2

Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of chief engineer officers and second engineer officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more

Standard of competence

1 - Every candidate for certification as chief engineer officer and second engineer officer of seagoing ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW power or more shall be required to demonstrate ability to undertake at the management level, the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of table A-III/2.

2 - The minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency required for certification is listed in column 2 of table A-III/2. This incorporates, expands and extends in depth the subjects listed in column 2 of table A-III/1 for officers in charge of an engineering watch.

3 - Bearing in mind that a second engineer officer shall be in a position to assume the responsibilities of the chief engineer officer at any time, assessment in these subjects shall be designed to test the candidate's ability to assimilate all available information that affects the safe operation of the ship's machinery and the protection of the marine environment.

4 - The level of knowledge of the subjects listed in column 2 of table A-III/2 shall be sufficient to enable the candidate to serve in the capacity of chief engineer officer or second engineer officer.

5 - Training and experience to achieve the necessary level of theoretical knowledge, understanding and proficiency shall take into account the relevant requirements of this part and the guidance given in part B of this Code.

6 - The Administration may omit knowledge requirements for types of propulsion machinery other than those machinery installations for which the certificate to be awarded shall be valid. A certificate awarded on such a basis shall not be valid for any category of machinery installation which has been omitted until the engineer officer proves to be competent in these knowledge requirements. Any such limitation shall be stated on the certificate and in the endorsement.

7 - Every candidate for certification shall be required to provide evidence of having achieved the required standard of competence in accordance with the methods for demonstrating competence and the criteria for evaluating competence tabulated in columns 3 and 4 of table A-III/2.

Near-coastal voyages

8 - The level of knowledge, understanding and proficiency required under the different sections listed in column 2 of table A-III/2 may be varied for officers of ships with limited propulsion power engaged on near-coastal voyages, as considered necessary, bearing in mind the effect on the safety of all ships which may be operating in the same waters. Any such limitation shall be stated on the certificate and in the endorsement.

TABLE A-III/2

Specification of minimum standard of competence for chief engineer officers and second engineer officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more

(ver tabela no documento original)

SECTION A-III/3

Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of chief engineer officers and second engineer officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of between 750 kW and 3,000 kW propulsion power.

Standard of competence

1 - Every candidate for certification as chief engineer officer and second engineer officer of seagoing ships powered by main propulsion machinery of between 750 kW and 3,000 kW power shall be required to demonstrate ability to undertake at management level, the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of table A-III/2.

2 - The minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency required for certification is listed in column 2 of table A-III/1 for officers in charge of an engineering watch in a manned engine room or designated duty engineers in a periodically unmanned engine room.

3 - Bearing in mind that a second engineer officer shall be in a position to assume the responsibilities of the chief engineer officer at any time, assessment in these subjects shall be designed to test the candidate's ability to assimilate all available information that affects the safe operation of the ship's machinery and the protection of the marine environment.

4 - The level of knowledge of the subjects listed in column 2 of table A-III/2 may be lowered but shall be sufficient to enable the candidate to serve in the capacity of chief engineer officer or second engineer officer at the range of propulsion power specified in this section.

5 - Training and experience to achieve the necessary level of theoretical knowledge, understanding and proficiency shall take into account the relevant requirements of this part and the guidance given in part B of this Code.

6 - The Administration may omit knowledge requirements for types of propulsion machinery other than those machinery installations for which the certificate to be awarded shall be valid. A certificate awarded on such a basis shall not be valid of any category of machinery installation which has been omitted until the engineer officer proves to be competent in these items. Any such limitation shall be stated on the certificate and in the endorsement.

7 - Every candidate for certification shall be required to provide evidence of having achieved the required standard of competence in accordance with the methods for demonstrating competence and the criteria for evaluating competence tabulated in columns 3 and 4 of table A-III/2.

Near-coastal voyages

8 - The level of knowledge, understanding and proficiency required under the different sections listed in column 2 of table A-III/2 and the requirements of subparagraphs 2.1.1) and 2.1.2) of regulation III/3 may be varied for officers of ships engaged on near-coastal voyages, as considered necessary, bearing in mind the effect on the safety of all ships which may be operating in the same waters. Any such limitation shall be stated on the certificate and in the endorsement.

SECTION A-III/4

Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of ratings forming part of a watch in a manned engine-room or designated to perform duties in a periodically unmanned engine-room.

Standard of competence

1 - Every rating forming part of an engine-room watch on a seagoing ship shall be required to demonstrate the competence to perform the marine engineering function at the support level, as specified in column 1 of table A-III/4.

2 - The minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency required of ratings forming part of an engine-room watch is listed in column 2 of table A-III/4.

3 - Every candidate for certification shall be required to provide evidence of having achieved the required standard of competence in accordance with the methods for demonstrating competence and the criteria for evaluating competence specified in columns 3 and 4 of table A-III/4. The reference to «practical test» in column 3 may include approved shore-based training in which the students undergo practical testing.

4 - Where there are no tables of competence for the support level in respect to certain functions, it remains the responsibility of the Administration to determine the appropriate training, assessment and certification requirements to be applied to personnel designated to perform those functions at the support level.

TABLE A-III/4

Specification of minimum standard of competence for ratings forming part of an engineering watch

Function: marine engineering at the support level

(ver tabela no documento original)

CHAPTER IV

Standards regarding radio personnel

SECTION A-IV/1

Application

(No provisions.)

SECTION A-IV/2

Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of GMDSS radio personnel

Standard of competence

1 - The minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency required for certification of GMDSS radio personnel shall be sufficient for radio personnel to carry out their radio duties. The knowledge required for obtaining each type of certificate defined in the Radio Regulations shall be in accordance with those regulations. In addition, every candidate for certification shall be required to demonstrate ability to undertake the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of table A-IV/2.

2 - The knowledge, understanding and proficiency for endorsement under the Convention, of certificates issued under the provisions of the Radio Regulations are listed in column 2 of table A-IV/2.

3 - The level of knowledge of the subjects listed in column 2 of table A-IV/2 shall be sufficient for the candidate to carry out his duties.

4 - Every candidate shall provide evidence of having achieved the required standard of competence through:

1) Demonstration of competence to perform the tasks and duties and to assume responsibilities listed in column 1 of table A-IV/2, in accordance with the methods for demonstrating competence and the criteria for evaluating competence tabulated in columns 3 and 4 of that table; and

2) Examination or continuous assessment as part of an approved course of training based on the material set out in column 2 of table A-IV/2.

TABLE A-IV/2

Specification of minimum standard of competence for GMDSS radio operators

(ver tabela no documento original)

CHAPTER V

Standards regarding special training requirements for personnel on certain types of ships

SECTION A-V/I

Mandatory minimum requirements for the training and qualifications of masters, officers and ratings on tankers

Tanker familiarization course

1 - The tanker familiarization course referred to in subparagraph 1.2) of regulation V/1 shall cover at least the syllabus given in paragraphs 2 to 7 below.

Characteristics of cargoes

2 - An outline treatment including practical demonstration of the physical properties of oil, chemicals and gases carried in bulk; vapour pressure/temperature relationship; influence of pressure on boiling temperature; explanation of saturated vapour pressure, diffusion, partial pressure, flammability limits, flashpoint and auto-ignition temperature; practical significance of flashpoint and lower flammable limit; simple explanation of types of electrostatic charge generation; chemical symbols and structures; elements of the chemistry of acids and bases and chemical reactions of well-known groupings sufficient to enable proper utilization of codes.

Toxicity

3 - Simple explanation of principles and basic concepts; toxicity limits, both acute and chronic effects of toxicity, systemic poisons and irritants.

Hazards

4 - An explanation of hazards including:

1) Explosion and flammability hazards, flammability limits and sources of ignition and explosion;

2) Health hazards including the dangers of skin contact, inhalation and ingestion; oxygen deficiency with particular reference to inert gas systems; harmful properties of cargo carried; accidents to personnel and associated first aid do's and dont's;

3) Hazards to the environment, covering: the effect on human and marine life from the release of oil, chemicals or gases; effect of specific gravity and solubility; danger from vapour cloud drift; effect of vapour pressure and atmospheric conditions;

4) Reactivity hazards; self-reaction; polymerization; effects of temperature; impurities as catalysts; reaction with air, water and other chemicals; and

5) Corrosion hazards, covering: the dangers to personnel; attacks on constructional materials; effects of concentration and evolution of hydrogen.

Hazard control

5 - Inerting, water padding, drying agents and monitoring techniques; anti-static measures; ventilation; segregation; cargo inhibition and the importance of compatibility of materials.

Safety equipment and protection of personnel

6 - The function and calibration of measuring instruments and similar equipment; specialized fire-extinguishing appliances; breathing apparatus and tanker evacuating equipment; safe use or protective clothing and equipment; use of resuscitators and other rescue and escape equipment.

Pollution prevention

7 - Procedures to be followed to prevent air and water pollution and measures to be taken in the event of spillage, including the need to:

1) Immediately report all relevant information to the appropriate officials when a spill is detected or when a malfunction has occurred which poses a risk of a spill;

2) Promptly notify shore-based response personnel; and

3) Properly implement shipboard spill containment procedures.

Oil tanker training programme

8 - The specialized training programme referred to in subparagraph 2.2) of regulation V/1 appropriate to duties on oil tankers shall provide theoretical and pratical knowledge of the subjects specified in paragraphs 9 to 14 below.

Regulations and codes of practice

9 - Familiarization with the appropriate provisions of relevant international conventions; relevant international and national codes; the IMO Manual on Oil Pollution; relevant tanker safety guides and relevant port regulations as commonly applied.

Design and equipment of oil tankers

10 - Familiarization with piping, pumping, tank and deck arrangements; types of cargo pumps and their application to various types of cargo; tank cleaning, gas-freeing and inerting systems; cargo tank venting and accommodation ventilation; gauging systems and alarms; cargo heating systems; and the safety aspects of electrical systems.

Cargo characteristics

11 - Knowledge of the chemical and physical properties of different oil cargoes.

Ship operations

12 - Cargo calculations; loading and discharging plans; loading and discharge procedures including ship-to-ship transfers; checklists; use of monitoring equipment; importance of proper supervision of personnel; gas-freeing operations and tank cleaning operations; where appropriate, crude oil washing procedures and the operation and maintenance of inert gas systems; control of entry into pump-rooms and enclosed spaces; use of gas detecting and safety equipment; load-on-top and proper ballasting and de-ballasting procedures; air and water pollution prevention.

Repair and maintenance

13 - Precautions to be taken before and during repair and maintenance work, including that affecting pumping, piping, electrical and control systems; safety factors necessary in the performance of hot work; control of hot work and proper hot work procedures.

Emergency operations

14 - The importance of developing ship emergency plans; cargo operations emergency shutdown; action in the event of failure of services essential to cargo; fire-fighting on oil tankers; action following collision, stranding or spillage; medical first aid procedures and the use of resuscitation equipment; use of breathing apparatus for safe entry into and rescue from enclosed spaces.

Chemical tanker training programme

15 - The specialized training programme referred to in subparagraph 2.2) or regulation V/1 appropriate to duties on chemical tankers shall provide theoretical and pratical knowledge of the subjects specified in paragraphs 16 to 21 below.

Regulations and codes of practice

16 - Familiarization with relevant international conventions, and relevant IMO and national codes and with relevant tanker safety guides and relevant port regulations as commonly applied.

Design and equipment of chemical tankers

17 - A brief description of specialized piping, pumping and tank arrangements, overflow control; types of cargo pumps and their application to various types of cargo; tank cleaning and gas-freeing systems; cargo tank venting; vapour return systems; accommodation ventilation, airlocks; gauging systems and alarms; tank temperature control systems and alarms; the safety factors of electrical systems.

Cargo characteristics

18 - Sufficient knowledge of liquid chemical cargo characteristics to allow proper use of relevant cargo safety guides.

Ship operations

19 - Cargo calculations; loading and discharging plans; loading and discharge procedures; vapour return systems; checklists; use of monitoring equipment; gas-freeing operations and tank cleaning operations including proper use of absorption and wetting agents and detergents; use and maintenance of inert atmospheres; control of entry into pump-rooms and enclosed spaces; use of detecting and safety equipment; disposal of waste and washings.

Repair and maintenance

20 - Precautions to be taken before the repair and maintenance of pumping, piping, electrical and control systems.

Emergency operations

21 - The importance of developing ship emergency plans; cargo operations emergency shutdown; action in the event of failure of services essential to cargo; fire-fighting on chemical tankers; action following collision, stranding or spillage; medical first aid procedures and the use of resuscitation and decontamination equipment; use of breathing apparatus and escape equipment; safe entry into and rescue from enclosed spaces.

Liquefied gas tanker training programme

22 - The specialized training programme referred to in subparagraph 2.2) of regulation V/1 appropriate to the duties on liquefied gas tankers shall provide theoretical and pratical knowledge of the subjects specified in paragraphs 23 to 34 below.

Regulations and codes of practice

23 - Familiarization with relevant international conventions and relevant IMO, national and industry codes.

24 - Familiarization with the ship design and equipment of liquefied gas tankers; types of liquefied gas tankers; cargo containment sytems (construction, surveys); cargo-handling equipment (pumps, piping systems); cargo conditioning systems (warm-up, cool-down); tank atmosphere control systems (inert gas, nitrogen); instrumentation of cargo containment and handling systems; fire-fighting system and safety and rescue equipment.

Fire-fighting

25 - Advanced practical fire-fighting techniques and tactics applicable to gas tankers, including the use of water-spray systems.

Chemistry and physics

26 - An introduction to basic chemistry and physics as it relates to the safe carriage of liquefied gases in bulk in ships covering:

1) The properties and characteristics of liquefied gases and their vapours, including the definition of gas; simple gas laws; the gas equation; density of gases; diffusion and mixing of gases; compression of gases; liquefaction of gases; refrigeration of gases; critical temperature; the pratical significance of flashpoint; upper and lower explosive limits; auto-ignition temperature; compatibility of gases, reactivity; polymerization and inhibitors;

2) The properties of single liquids including densities of liquids and vapours; variation with temperature; vapour pressure and temperature; enthalpy; vaporization and boiling liquids; and

3) The nature and properties of solutions including the solubility of gases in liquids; miscibility between liquids and effects of temperature change; densities of solutions and dependence on temperature and concentration; effects of dissolved substances on melting and boiling points; hydrates, their formation and dispersion; hygroscopicity; drying of air and other gases; dew point and low temperature effects.

Health hazards

27 - Familiarization with health relevant to the carriage of liquefied gas covering:

1) Toxicity including the modes by which liquefied gases and their vapours may be toxic; the toxic properties of inhibitors and of products of combustion of both materials of construction and of liquefied gases carried; acute and chronic effects of toxicity, systemic poisons and irritants; and the Threshold Limiting Value (TLV);

2) Hazards of skin contact; inhalation and ingestion; and

3) Medical first aid and administering of antidotes.

Cargo containment

28 - Principles of containment systems; rules; surveys; tank construction, materials, coatings, insulation and compatibility.

Pollution

29 - Hazards to human life and to the marine environment; the effect of specific gravity and solubility; danger from vapour cloud drift and the jettisoning of cryogenic liquids.

Cargo handling systems

30 - A description of the main types of pumps and pumping arrangements and vapour return systems, piping systems and valves; an explanation of pressure, vacuum, suction, flow, head; filters and strainers; expansion devices; flame screens; commonly used inert gases; storage, generation and distribution systems; tempe-rature and pressure monitoring systems; cargo vent systems; liquid re-circulation and re-liquefaction systems; cargo gauging, instrumentation systems and alarms; gas detection and monitoring systems; CO(índice 2) monitoring systems; cargo boil-off systems and auxiliary systems.

Ship operating procedures

31 - Loading and discharging preparations and procedures; check lists; cargo condition maintenance on passage and in harbour; segregation of cargoes and procedures for cargo transfer; changing cargoes, tank cleaning procedures; cargo sampling; ballasting and de-ballasting; warm up and gas-freeing procedures; and procedures for cool-down of a gas-free system from ambient temperature and the safety precautions involved.

Safety practices and equipment

32 - The function, calibration and use of portable measuring instruments; fire-fighting equipment and procedures, breathing apparatus; resuscitators; escape sets; rescue equipment; protective clothing and equipment; entry into enclosed spaces; precautions to be observed before and during repair and maintenance of cargo and control systems; supervision of personnel during potentially hazardous operations; types and principles of certified safe electrical equipment and sources of ignition.

Emergency procedures

33 - The importance of developing ship emergency plans; emergency shutdown of cargo operations; emergency cargo valve closing systems; action to be taken in the event of failure of systems or services essential to cargo; and action to be taken following collision or stranding, spillage and envelopment of the ship in toxic or flammable vapour.

General principles of cargo operations

34 - Inerting cargo tank and avoid spaces; tank cool down and loading; operations during loaded and ballasted voyages; discharging and tank stripping and emergency procedures, including pre-planned action in the event of leaks, fire, collision, stranding, emergency cargo discharge and personnel casualty.

SECTION A-V/2

Mandatory minimum requirements for the training and qualifications of masters, officers, ratings and other personnel on ro-ro passenger ships.

Crowd management training

1 - The crowd management training required by regulation V/2, paragraph 4, for personnel designated on muster lists to assist passengers in emergency situations shall include, but not necessarily be limited to:

1) Awareness of life-saving appliance and control plans including:

1.1) Knowledge of muster lists and emergency instructions;

1.2) Knowledge of the emergency exits; and

1.3) Restrictions on the use of elevators;

2) The ability to assist passengers en route to muster and embarkation stations including:

2.1) The ability to give clear reassuring orders;

2.2) The control of passengers in corridors, staircases and passage ways;

2.3) Maintaining escape routes clear of obstructions;

2.4) Methods available for evacuation of disabled persons and persons needing special assistance; and

2.5) Search of accommodation spaces;

3) Mustering procedures including:

3.1) The importance of keeping order;

3.2) The ability to use procedures for reducing and avoiding panic;

3.3) The ability to use, where appropriate, passenger lists for evacuation counts; and

3.4) The ability to ensure that the passengers are sui-tably clothed and have donned their lifejackets correctly.

Familiarization training

2 - The familiarization training required by regulation V/2, paragraph 5, shall at least ensure attainment of the abilities that are appropriate to the capacity to be filled and the duties and responsibilities to be taken up, as follows:

Design and operational limitations:

1) Ability to properly understand and observe any operational limitations imposed on the ship, and to understand and apply performance restrictions, including speed limitations in adverse weather, which are intended to maintain the safety of life, ship and cargo;

Procedures for opening, closing and securing hull openings:

2) Ability to apply properly the procedures established for the ship regarding the opening, closing and securing of bow, stern, and side doors and ramps and to correctly operate the related systems;

Legislation, codes and agreements affecting ro-ro passenger ships:

3) Ability to understand and apply international and national requirements for ro-ro passenger ships relevant to the ship concerned and the duties to be performed;

Stability and stress requirements and limitations:

4) Ability to take proper account of stress limitations for sensitive parts of the ship such as bow doors and other closing devices that maintain watertight integrity and of special stability considerations which may affect the safety of ro-ro passenger ships;

Procedures for the maintenance of special equipment on ro-ro passenger ships:

5) Ability to apply properly the shipboard procedures for maintenance of equipment peculiar to ro-ro passenger ships such as bow, stern and side doors and ramps, scuppers and associated systems;

Loading and cargo securing manuals and calculators:

6) Ability to make proper use of the loading and securing manuals in respect of all types of vehicles and rail cars where applicable, and to calculate and apply stress limitations for vehicle decks;

Dangerous cargo areas:

7) Ability to ensure proper observance of special precautions and limitations applying to designated dangerous cargo areas;

Emergency procedures:

8) Ability to ensure proper application of any special procedures to:

8.1) Prevent or reduce the ingress of water on vehicle decks;

8.2) Remove water from vehicle decks; and

8.3) Minimise effects of water on vehicle decks.

Safety training for personnel providing direct service to passengers in passenger spaces

3 - The additional safety training required by regulation V/2, paragraph 6, shall at least ensure attainment of the abilities as follows:

Communication:

1) Ability to communicate with passengers during an emergency, taking into account:

1.1) The language or languages appropriate to the principal nationalities of passengers carried on the particular route;

1.2) The likelihood that an ability to use an elementary English vocabulary for basic instructions can provide a means of communicating with a passenger in need of assistance whether or not the passenger and crew member share a common language;

1.3) The possible need to communicate during an emergency by some other means such as by demonstration, or hand signals, or calling attention to the location of instructions, muster stations, life-saving devices or evacuation routes, when oral communication is impractical;

1.4) The extent to which complete safety instructions have been provided to passengers in their native language or languages; and

1.5) The languages in which emergency announcements may be broadcast during an emergency or drill to convey critical guidance to passengers and to facilitate crew members in assisting passengers;

Life-saving appliances:

2) Ability to demonstrate to passengers the use of personal life-saving appliances.

Passenger safety, cargo safety and hull integrity training