Engine Crew Evaluation

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CREW COMPETENCE QUESTIONNAIRE Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0001] Ship Organization and Responsibility Level: [L001] Level 1 Has read and understood his own responsibility and reporting guidelines Demonstarates adherence to the company guidelines Has knowledge of shipboard organisation and responsibilities Level: [L002] Level 2 Participates in on board meetings and encourages active feedback Follows and advocates company organization goals Manages his responsibility in an efficient manner Level: [L003] Level 3 Can operate independently with minimal supervision Has shown thorough knowledge of on board organisation and his own responsibilty Has executed his duties in the area of responsibility. Looks for suggestions in the improvement of activities Has shown due regard in contributing towards company goals Level: [L004] Level 4 Has participated in review of company procedures and provides feedback where necessary. Advocates and administers area under his responsibility and educates others Shown interest in complying with company guidelines Has been in charge of an area of responsibility Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0002] Company Policies and Objectives Level: [L001] Level 1 Understands company policy and can provide explanation on the policy Understands health and hygeine guidelines Actively demonstrates compliance with company policy and procedures Understands company discipline guidelines and behavior code. Understand safe working practices and follows them Level: [L002] Level 2 Knows checklists etc. required to be completed for non-routine jobs Knows various procedures and checklists required to be completed in execution of routine jobs Familiar with company permit to work system Fully familiar with company policies, safe working practices and discipline and behavior code. Has read and understood company manuals with respect to his area of work Level: [L003] Level 3 Able to administer and take responsibility on various work procedures Able to educate and train others on company requirements Provides feedback and suggestions for improvement where necessary Has shown adherence and compliance with company procedures in general Understands company policy and implements them Level: [L004] Level 4 Has demonstrated compliance from results of audits and inspections Has successfully implemented company policy and procedures on board Participated in management review and conducting SEP meetings on board Printed: 12/07/2006 17:03:28 Page 1 of 41

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CREW COMPETENCE QUESTIONNAIRE

Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0001] Ship Organization and Responsibility

Level: [L001] Level 1

Has read and understood his own responsibility and reporting guidelines

Demonstarates adherence to the company guidelines

Has knowledge of shipboard organisation and responsibilities

Level: [L002] Level 2

Participates in on board meetings and encourages active feedback

Follows and advocates company organization goals

Manages his responsibility in an efficient manner

Level: [L003] Level 3

Can operate independently with minimal supervision

Has shown thorough knowledge of on board organisation and his own responsibilty

Has executed his duties in the area of responsibility.

Looks for suggestions in the improvement of activities

Has shown due regard in contributing towards company goals

Level: [L004] Level 4

Has participated in review of company procedures and provides feedback where necessary.

Advocates and administers area under his responsibility and educates others

Shown interest in complying with company guidelines

Has been in charge of an area of responsibility

Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0002] Company Policies and Objectives

Level: [L001] Level 1

Understands company policy and can provide explanation on the policy

Understands health and hygeine guidelines

Actively demonstrates compliance with company policy and procedures

Understands company discipline guidelines and behavior code.

Understand safe working practices and follows them

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows checklists etc. required to be completed for non-routine jobs

Knows various procedures and checklists required to be completed in execution of routine jobs

Familiar with company permit to work system

Fully familiar with company policies, safe working practices and discipline and behavior code.

Has read and understood company manuals with respect to his area of work

Level: [L003] Level 3

Able to administer and take responsibility on various work procedures

Able to educate and train others on company requirements

Provides feedback and suggestions for improvement where necessary

Has shown adherence and compliance with company procedures in general

Understands company policy and implements them

Level: [L004] Level 4

Has demonstrated compliance from results of audits and inspections

Has successfully implemented company policy and procedures on board

Participated in management review and conducting SEP meetings on board

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Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0003] Drug and Alcohol Policy

Level: [L004] Level 4

Has fully understood drug and alcohol policy

Has shown a satisfactory degree of compliance during his tenure on board

Underwent unannounced drug and alcohol tests successfully.

Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0004] Company manuals, including SOPEP and VRP and applic

Level: [L001] Level 1

Understands watch keeping guidelines and change of watch procedures

Understands his duties in emergency situations

Shows adequate familiarity with forms and checklists

Shows adequate familiarity with company manuals and work procedures

Has read and understood the necessary parts of the company manuals covering area of operations

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows the applicability of various checklists and when to use them.

Knows the risk assessment procedures and has participated in risk assessment

Has sound knowledge of company manuals applicable industry guidelines like ISGOTT

Has due regard for safe working practices and documentation and record keeping requirements

Is familiar with basic safe practices and work procedures

Level: [L003] Level 3

Has shown compliance with and understanding as seen from results of audits and inspections

Fully familiar with documentation and record keeping and can prepare for audits and inspections

Has shown compliance with company procedures and manuals

Can be relied upon to train and educate others on these issues

Level: [L004] Level 4

Capable of analysing applicability of various manuals and work procedures

Has participated in management reviews and feedback to managmenent

Meets all requirements of level 3

Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0005] Solas training Manual

Level: [L001] Level 1

Demonstrates adequate familiarity during emergency stations

Has read and understood the vessel Solas training manual

Has learnt basci operating procedures for equipment in Solas training manual.

Level: [L002] Level 2

Understands location of Solas training manual and also its use

Demonstrates satisfactory knowledge of various equipment described in the manual

Is familiar with lay out of the manual and knows what type of information is contained therein.

Level: [L003] Level 3

Can prepare and update Solas training manual

Can train staff when necessary on the topics in the Solas training manual

Keeps manual updated and knows the regulations covering the Solas training manual

Level: [L004] Level 4

Capable of auditing the manual to ensure full compliance

Ensures that manuals are located as per requirements and revisions are carried out.

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Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0007] SEP committee and functions

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows the frequency of SEP meetings on board

Knows the meaning of SEP meetings and his role in these meetings

Knows who are members of the safety committee on board and who is safety officer

Level: [L002] Level 2

Participated actively in SEP meetings

Knows members of SEP committee and the safety officer on board

Does not hesitate to bring up safety issues for improvement

Level: [L003] Level 3

Fully familiar with company requirements and trains staff to seek areas of improvement

Can successfully demonstrate issues when needed

Can conduct SEP meetings by himself

Level: [L004] Level 4

Has full knowledge of SEP functions

Provides feedback and guidance to vessel staff constructively

Carries out the SEP meeting in the company format and maintains records

Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0008] Company training and drill procedure

Level: [L001] Level 1

Has taken part in various company drills besides boat, fire and pollution drills

Familiar with drill procedures and training

Knows there is a drill schedule and where to locate same

Level: [L002] Level 2

Uses drills as an opportunity for training and enhancement

Has partiicpated in drills and can relate to his duties in various emergencies

Knows the basic steps on hearing the emergency alarm on board

Familiar with company drill procedures and frequency

Level: [L003] Level 3

Able to communicate and give clear instructions during drills

Fully familiar with various drill procedures for various contingencies

Has shown a high degree of familiarity during actual drills in different scenarios

Implements the improvement plan and monitors crew progress during a drill

Understands the need to conduct a de-briefing of the drill and identifies action for improvement

Level: [L004] Level 4

Adheres to drill schedule and procedures

Ensures that proper training and record of drills and training are kept up to date

Carries out drills with a view to keep vessel well prepared for contingencies

Familiar with reporting and forms to be used during drills.

Provides feedback and identifies hazards associated with different scenarios and looks for improvement

Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0009] Ship safety and emergency systems familiarization

Level: [L001] Level 1

Has read and understood the Solas training manual.

Familiar with vessel emergency systems, emergency escape routes and LSA and FFA equipment

Familiar with location of various emergency equipment

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Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0009] Ship safety and emergency systems familiarization

Level: [L001] Level 1

Has basic knowledge of actions to take in case of an emergency

Level: [L002] Level 2

Has knowledge of location and use of various emergency equipment on board the vessel

Familiar with safety and operational limits of tank cleaning equipment

Familiar with safety and operational limits of the gangway

Knows the limitations and use of various equipment on board

Familiar with maintenance instructions for LSA and FFA equipment on board.

Familiar with vessel fixed extinguishing system

Familiar with the safety and operational limits of mooring equipment

Familiar with safety and operational limits of deck crane

Has knowledge of steps to be taken during an emergency

Familiar with operation of LB engines, emergency fire pump, Emergency generator, bilge pumps etc

Can identify which extinguishers are to be used for which fire situation

Familiar with the contents of the Solas training manual

Level: [L003] Level 3

Carries out maintenance of equipment and maintains records

Knowledge of risk assesment and prevention of injury to persons

Can carry out inspections of various equipment to verify their working condition

Familiar with permit to work system

Level: [L004] Level 4

Has knowledge of company requirements and regulations for familiarisation with emergency eqpt.

Has full knowledge of company requirements towards maintenance of emergency eqpt

Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0010] Reporting on incidents and accidents

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows who is the DPA and his functions

Familiar with company reporting requirements for accidents and incidents

Familiar with Safety Bulletins and their contents

Knows what is ACR/NAR/NCR reports

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows the funciton of the drop box on vessels

Has participated in analysing incidents to identify causes.

Has good knowledge of reporting of incidents and accidents

Knows importance of reporting near miss and near accidents and their benefit

Can distinguish between an NAR/NCR/ACR

Level: [L003] Level 3

Has completed an ACR/NAR or NCR form post incident

Provides fairly accurate feedback for analysis purposes.

Can monitor effectiveness of corrective actions and adjust to ensure action will prevent recurrence

Fully familiar with reporting of incidents and accidents.

Can determine actions to prevent recurrence and implement them.

Has participated in analysing an incident to determine root cause

Level: [L004] Level 4

Fully familiar with contents of safety bulletin and required action to be taken by vessel from lessons learnt

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Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0010] Reporting on incidents and accidents

Level: [L004] Level 4

Has full knowledge of reporting requirements for various scenarios

Fills out reports correctly and identifies root causes and actions to prevent recurrence

Can monitor effectiveness of corrective action and follow-through in process changes to ensure compliance

Knows and understands process of investigation of an incident

Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0012] Personal Protective Equipment

Level: [L001] Level 1

Use of PPE is seen as satisfactory

Understands the use of various PPE on board

Knows location of various PPE

Familiar with company provided PPE and its use

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows the limitations and safe load factors for personal protection

Aware of the use of various protective equipment applicable to current conditions

Aware of the use of protective equipment in relation to prevalent weather

Seen to use gloves, helmets, safety shoes, goggles appropriately and where required.

Can use and dona safety belt properly.

Level: [L003] Level 3

Ensures crew are trained and use protective equipment as applicable

Can plan and anticipate the type of protective equipment required for crew in relation to weather

Has knowledge of protective equipment to be adorned for various work conditions

Maintains an inventory of all PPE on board

Can check and maintain PPE as required

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can apply the use of personal protective equipment in risk assessment

Fully familiar with inspection and maintenance of PPE.

Ensures full compliance with requirement of using personal protective equipment

Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0013] Company permit to work procedures

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows the permit system for enclosed space entry and permits to work in enclosed space

Familiar with system of work permits

Familiar with permit system for working aloft, working with electrical circuits and with chemicals

Familiar with basic requirement to have permit to work for cold and hot work

Level: [L002] Level 2

Capable of carrying out checks for cold work

Capable of carrying out checks when using various permits

Fully familiar with permit to work system and nature of work which requires permits

Capable of carrying out checks for working on electrical systems

Capable of carrying out checks for enclosed space entry

Capable of carrying out checks of PPE equipment on board and appropriate for the work

Capable of carrying out checks for working aloft

Level: [L003] Level 3

Maintains control over check procedures during the duration of work

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Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0013] Company permit to work procedures

Level: [L003] Level 3

Has thorough knowledge of measuring equipment and type of PPE to be used for differnet work scenarios

Can complete required checklists for atmosphere checks including tank cleaning operations

Has knowledge of responsibility of person in charge of filling out work permits

Can determine and carry out risk assessment for various jobs

Level: [L004] Level 4

Provides guidance and training in use of work permits and situations where permits are to be used.

Capable and has carried out proper risk assessment for various work permits

Ensures compliance with safe work procedures and use of PPE

Fully familiar with permit to work system

Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0015] Vessel Inspections by Port State and Oil Major insp

Level: [L001] Level 1

Has basic knowledge of the need for inspections and company expectations

Familiar with inspection process of port state, flag state and oil major vettings

Can prepare the area assigned with instructions

Level: [L002] Level 2

Has been know to take interest towards ensuring no deficiencies are noted during inspections

Has shown ability to anticipate the inspectors area of concern and address questions efficiently

Takes measures to be ready for such inspections at any time

Has participated in at least one inspection or audit in the last six months

Follows instructions and keeps records etc in good order to be available for inspection

Level: [L003] Level 3

Able to brief crew and train in preparing for inspections and audits.

With respect to these inspections knows the difference between high risk and low risk obervations

Has shown adequate familiarity with inspection process

Able to ensure vessel is well prepared for inspection and avoids surprises

Knows the importance of these inspections and company's expectations from these inspections

Knows areas which are of interest to inspectors and prepares and organises documents in advance

Level: [L004] Level 4

Understands the authority of inspectors and reasons for inspections

Knows reporting requirements and follow-up procedure of an inspection.

Knows the inspection process and keeps vessel in a state of readiness

Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0016] Compliance with Marpol and its Annexes

Level: [L001] Level 1

Familiar with vessel oil or tank cleaning or slops discharge procedures

Familiar with vessel garbage management system

Familiar with engine room bilge water containment and discharge procedures.

Familiar with Marpol and its broad requirements

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows the disposal requirements for food waste and other garbage at sea or in port

Knows the reporting requirements for discharge ashore or overboard

Knows the sewage discharge requirements and vessel sewage system

Knows the responsibility as officer in charge for checking and confirmation prior attempting dishcarge

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Group: [CG001] SEP Systems Item: [C0016] Compliance with Marpol and its Annexes

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows the requirements and procedures for discharge of engine room bilge water

Knows the rule requirments for discharge of garbage and oil waste or oily water mixture.

Level: [L003] Level 3

Has knowledge of ballast water management and its rules

Maintains all records as necessary and in approved format

Has full knowledge of legal implications of Marpol

Demonstrates a high degree of compliance with Marpol

Takes adequate precautions and control over matters involving waster generation and disposal

Fully familiar with Marpl and its Annexes

Level: [L004] Level 4

Has full knowledge of Marpol and its Annexes

Fully familiar with vessel equipment and its limitations and compliance with Marpol

Has full knowledge of legal implication of Marpol compliance

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0049] Company Safety Policy and Objectives

Level: [L001] Level 1

Familiar with use of recommended PPE and seen to use them

Aware of good house-keeping guidelines with respect to safety standards

Understands function of the SEP notice board and drop box.

Understands functions of the SEP committee, Safety Officer and accident prevention officers on board

Familiar with company SEP policy and objective as described on Scompman Ch2

Familiar with normal equipment used on tankers to be intrinsically safe

Level: [L002] Level 2

Has participated in SEP meetings and evaluation of safety on board

Maintains and uses PPE as recommended

Conscientious towards housekeeping to avoid accidents

Has read and understood the relevant parts of Scompman on the subject

Knows the function of ACR, NAR, NCR and can prepare a draft report for the drop box

Familiar with company permit to work system and can identify when permits are requried.

Level: [L003] Level 3

Has thorough knowledge and company safety policy and objectives

Capable of executing responsibility assigned in SEP committee

Ensures compliance with company guidelines and policy

Can conduct and document risk assessment.

Has thorough knowledge of industry safe practices in normal operations

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can conduct a review of the Safety/SEP systems on board

Thorough knowledge in policies and their implementation

Ensure vessel remains in compliance with company guidelines on safety

Can identify best practices for ship board operations and implement them

Ensures vessel remains in compliance with industry safe practices

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Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0050] Ship Specific Life saving appliances

Level: [L001] Level 1

Can don immersion suit efficiently. Understands difference between flotation and non-flotation types.

Can don a lifejacket properly and quickly, can test whistle and light without assistance

Familiar with vessel LSA and location

Familiar with identifying location of life saving appliances on Safety Plan

Familiar with basic operation of shipboard appliances - boat/raft launching, releasing, securing, etc

Can identify what life saving equipment is located in immediate vicinity of work area

Level: [L002] Level 2

Has basic knowledge of the SOLAS regulations concerning shipboard LSA

Can be delegated to the checking and maintenance of lifejackets, lifebuoys and accessories.

Knows the use of various life saving appliance on board

Can demonstrate use of the equipment to colleagues

Recognizes if liferaft HRU is properly set, and can correct it if necessary

Knows company requirements for maintenance, inspection and test for these equipment

Knows maintenance procedures as per PIMS

Level: [L003] Level 3

Capable of carrying out verification that equipment is maintained in perfect condition

Can take charge of launching, conning and recovery of survival craft, rescue boat

Aware of the regulatory issues with regards to LSA

Can prepare vessel for annual class survey of safety equipment

Ensures equipment is kept in ready status by means of regular inspections

Can direct others as Person in Charge of emergency team to deploy LSA

Level: [L004] Level 4

Ensures equipment is kept in ready status by means of regular inspections

Ensures vessel remains in compliance with regulations with respect to equipment

Expert technical knowledge of equipment maintenance (as applicable)

Knows reporting procedures for requisition, replenishment and defects of the company

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0051] Fire fighting Equipment on board

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows the location of 'local' water fog extinguishing system and areas protected

Familiar with the availability/operation of specific sprinkler systems, paint locker CO2, galley systems

Familiar with vessel Fire fighting equipment and location

Can operate as a member of fire-fighting 'hose party' and operate jet-spray nozzle appropriately

Can identify what equipment is located in immediate vicinity of work area

Knows the location of the CO2 room and spaces protected, understands basic safety precautions

Familiar with use of extinguishing mediums to fight small fires

Basic familiarity with fire main piping arrangement, location of hydrants, isolators, hose boxes

Familiar with identifying location of fire fighting equipment on Safety Plan

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows maintenance procedures as per PIMS

Understands the principles of operation of the foam system, and can set up same under supervision

Knows the use of various fire fighting equipment on board

Understands the principles of operation of the water fog system, can operate same under supervision

Understands the principles of operation of the CO2 system, can operate same under supervision

Knows the requirement for different equipment as per applicable regulations

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Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0051] Fire fighting Equipment on board

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows company requirements for maintenance, inspection and test for these equipment

Can demonstrate use of the equipment to colleagues

Level: [L003] Level 3

Capable of carrying out verification that equipment is maintained in perfect condition

Can prepare vessel for annual class survey of safety equipment

Ensures equipment is kept in ready status by means of regular inspections

Aware of the regulatory issues with rewards to maintenance of fire fighting equipment

Level: [L004] Level 4

Ensures equipment is kept in ready status by means of regular inspections

Ensures vessel remains in compliance with regulations with respect to equipment

Knows reporting procedures for requisition, replenishment and defects of the company

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0052] Lifeboat and life raft procedures and maintenance a

Level: [L001] Level 1

Familiar with equipment contained in life boats and life rafts

Knows the use of the painter, lifeboat plugs, sprinkler system, embarkation ladder

Knows access points and preparation procedures for life launching

Knows his duties in abandon ship drills

Can start lifeboat motor, water spray, air supply, lights, etc, and release hooks under supervision

Knows where to switch on Emergency Lighting for launching/embarkation areas

Knows the purpose and use of seat belts, seating position, bowsing tackle in lifeboats

Knows where to 'emergency stop' overboard discharges in way of launching points

Can locate lifeboat pyrotechnics, water, food rations, first aid, etc

Knows how to use remote release of lifeboat.

Familiar with procedures for inflating the rafts (necessary when the drop is less than 15m)

Knows function of hydrostatic release for life rafts

Familiar with the procedure for boarding rafts (preferably from embarkation ladder)

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can carry out maintenance and checks to keep lifeboats in ready status

Able to operate and test equipment where practicable to confirm status

Able to prepare requisitions in good time before expiry where applicable

Knows the specifications of equipment carried in lifeboat and can verify this

Knows the markings on lifeboats and life rafts as per regulations

Level: [L003] Level 3

Can organize and direct personnel in all the foregoing activities as PIC of the team

Can launch and maneuver lifeboat for testing purpose as per Solas requirements

Can provide support and guidance to juniors in maintenance procedures

Can retrieve lifeboat and stow correctly.

Capable of ensuring that lifeboats and life rafts are maintained as per PIMS

Capable of verifying that equipment maintenance is on schedule

Level: [L004] Level 4

Understand importance of full compliance with procedures

Overall responsibility to ensure that life boats and life rafts are ready at all times

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CREW COMPETENCE QUESTIONNAIRE

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0053] Launching equipment

Level: [L001] Level 1

Aware of the normal checks to be done prior to release of lifeboats

Familiar with the function and process of 'rescue boat' retrieval

Knows how to prepare the davit for release

Knows how to operate the remote and local release for lifeboats

Familiar with the function and process of 'rescue boat' retrieval

Level: [L002] Level 2

Competent to operate 'on load' release for lifeboat fall hooks

Aware of the greasing and maintenance of davits

Can rig and conduct 'rescue boat' retrieval operations unsupervised

Has some knowledge of the lifeboat brake system and maintenance requirements

Knows the contents of the Solas training manual

Knows correct stowage arrangements for lifeboats and life rafts

Aware of the maintenance and upkeep of life raft release systems

Knows the maintenance for davit wires and also construction and frequency of change

Level: [L003] Level 3

Can carry out or assist in carrying out inspection of the brake for lifeboat release

Able to carry out full maintenance of the moving parts of the davit

Able to carry out maintenance of the brakes of the davit

Can carry out lubrication routines for davits

Level: [L004] Level 4

Ensures PIMS procedures are carried out

Ensures testing of equipment is carried out as per regulations

Knows all maintenance procedures and guidelines for launching equipment

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0054] Emergency and main Fire Pump

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows the location of available remote starters for fire pumps

Knows location of emergency fire pump

Has been shown how to operate the emergency fire pump

Knows locations for operating the emergency and main fire pump

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can identify valves to be opened for emergency fire pump

Can follow starting instructions for emergency fire pump

Knows the testing procedure for main and emergency fire pump

Can start the emergency fire pump either independently or with assistance

Knows starting procedures for main fire pump

Level: [L003] Level 3

Knows the location and alternate arrangements for fire pumps in engine room

Capable of starting emergency fire pump independently

Knows the maintenance and test routines for emergency fire pump

Level: [L004] Level 4

Capable of training staff in use of emergency fire pump

Capable of doing PIMS on fire pumps

Knows requirement for readiness and test procedures of fire pumps for PSC inspections

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Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0059] Fire and Safetgy Plan - location and symbols

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows location of the fire and safety plan

Can identify with symbols location of equipment on plan

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows that fire and safety equipment are to be located as shown in the plan

Can verify the plan with actual location of equipment around vessel

Knows the requirement for the plan to be approved by class.

Can update changes in the plan by use of correct symbols

Knows correct symbols to be used on the plan

Level: [L003] Level 3

Fully familiar with the contents of the fire and safety plan

Can verify that correct symbols are used on the plan

Knows the requirement that any change requires approval from class and flag.

Level: [L004] Level 4

Fully conversant with the use, location, marking of the plan.

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0061] Pump room evacuation arrangement

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows the use of the harness meant for rescue

Can demonstrate how it is used

Aware of the material of rope or wire to be used in the hoist

Has participated in drills for pump room evacuation

Familiar with the availability and location of EEBD for pump room evacuation as necessary

Familiar with the location and availability of portable rescue equipment, if supplied

Aware of the evacuation arrangement in the pump room

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows material of ropes etc to be used for the rigging

Can be assigned duties for evacuation from pumproon

Can conduct checks and inspection to ensure it is always rigged for use

Knows procedure for evacuation

Level: [L003] Level 3

Can provide training to others on use and maintenance

Maintains and carried out checks to keep system ready for use

Can be in charge of evacuation teams

Can verify if the rigging and position is correct

Level: [L004] Level 4

Fully conversant with requirements

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0062] Other equipment and Systems

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows type of gasket and bolts to be used

Can follow the procedure of manual starting of the emergency generator using posted instructions.

Knows that the ISC should not be removed or tampered with

Knows the emergency source of power on board

Knows location and use of the International Shore coupling.

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Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0062] Other equipment and Systems

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows the regulations for emergency source of power on vessels

Knows the source of emergency power and which equipment in general must have supply

Has a fair understanding of the test routines and checks for emergency equipment

Fully aware of the regulations for Intl Shore coupling

Level: [L003] Level 3

Knows the regulations for maintenance, inspection and testing on load for power sources

Ensures Intl Shore Coupling is available at suitable location

Familiar with which equipment is supplied with emergency power

Can operate emergency source of power on manual mode

Level: [L004] Level 4

Full conversant with other emergency equipment on board vessel.

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0063] Rescue boat and procedures

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows duties of crew assigned to rescue boat

Aware which boat is designated rescue boat

Knows use do rescue boat

Familiar with the four main functions of a rescue boat

Can rig the transfer wires and conduct a rescue boat retrieval procedure under supervision

Has read the Solas training manual on this topic

Familiar with the correct rig for 'man overboard' bridge-wing lifebuoys (weight/drop)

Level: [L002] Level 2

Aware of the regulations for rescue boats

Knows the maintenance and inspection of equipment

Can assist in launching of the boat when necessary

Can be assigned duties during launching of rescue boat

Level: [L003] Level 3

Aware of the regulations for rescue boats

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0064] Emergency Station bill

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows how to locate his duties on the muster bill

Can read and understand the contents and instructions on the muster bill.

Knows location of muster list on board

Level: [L002] Level 2

Keeps the muster list updated

Verifies that equipment mentioned on the muster list is available at particular location

Can prepare a muster bill and assign duties as per company procedures

Identifies back-ups where necessary

Level: [L003] Level 3

Can verify if personnel assigned duties are capable of executing same

Carries out familiarization of staff on their duties in the muster list

Aware of the regulations concerning muster lists

Can check to see if muster list is as per company requirements

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Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0064] Emergency Station bill

Level: [L004] Level 4

Has ultimate responsibility to ensure vessel muster list is as per company requirements

Ensures muster list covers emergency situations and will pass inspection by PSC/vetting

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0065] Use of CABA and fire man's outfit

Level: [L001] Level 1

Know the location of all CABA and fireman's outfits

Has basic knowledge when and where CABA and fireman's outfits are used

Knows what checks need to be done prior using CABA.

Has read the Solas training manual section for CABA and fireman's outfit.

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows what to do when the warning whistle for air pressure activates

Know how to execute face mask air-tightness check

Know how to conduct pressure test prior to donning CABA

Can check to see fire man suit is ok for use.

Knows procedure for recording pressure and time prior entry.

Knows torch, lifeline, hatchet etc are to be ready for use with CABA during entry

Has ability to check the function of audible alarm of CABA

Level: [L003] Level 3

Aware that consumption is faster when physical work is being performed with the CABA.

Knows the movement patterns when entering smoke filled spaces

Know how to properly don the CABA and fireman's outfits in short time

Capable if conducting search procedures after entry

Participated in drills and can be assigned entry duties when necessary.

Has knowledge about duration of CABA cylinder as being used.

Level: [L004] Level 4

Knows the function of the CABA and its components

Is able to re-charge the CABA cylinders to required charging pressure

Is able to keep proper maintenance to the CABA sets and fireman's outfits

Knows the contents to be kept in fireman's outfit box.

Can be made in-charge of emergency squad.

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0066] Evacuation procedures for various locations and con

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows the company emergency alarm procedures concerning evacuation

Familiar with escape routes from area of work in confined spaces

Aware of the safety equipment placed around vessel for evacuation

Can effectively participate in an Evacuation Drill

Is aware that any and all Escape Routes must never be blocked or obstructed

Familiar with escape routes from engine spaces and accommodation, pump room

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can identify Escape routes from Fire Plan

Is aware of the Muster requirements which often follows certain types of evacuations

Knows how to use the EEBD and also time available

Is aware of operating procedures of EEBD situated near escape routes

Has participated in drills and can be assigned responsibility in evacuation scenario

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Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0066] Evacuation procedures for various locations and con

Level: [L002] Level 2

Aware of the location of EEBD around vessel

Level: [L003] Level 3

Aware of the requirement for marking of escape routes

Can organize equipment necessary for evacuation from enclosed spaces

Can organize equipment etc necessary for an evacuation

Knows the importance of personal safety in evacuation procedures.

Keeps regular check to ensure escape routes are maintained well

Can effectively conduct an Evacuation Drill

Level: [L004] Level 4

Is aware of Regulations for locating EEBD w.r.t. Escape Routes

Is able to train crew to appreciate the importance of a quick yet systematic evacuation

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0067] Use of different portable extinguishers

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows the type of extinguisher available in immediate working area.

Can differentiate between different type of extinguishers by physical characteristics

Has read Solas training manual and can identify the types of fire extinguisher on board

Familiar with different type of extinguishers

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows which extinguishers are to be used for which type of fire

Knows the use of different extinguisher types

Can demonstrate use of extinguishers and operation

Level: [L003] Level 3

Knows how to renew cartridges and also refill different extinguisher types

Knows the maintenance and checks for extinguishers including records

Can identify filling procedures for extinguishers

Is able to know the working principle of various types of extinguishers on board

Understands the limitation of portable extinguishers based on type

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can guide and train staff on use of portable extinguishers

Knows the applicable regulations for shore maintenance and pressure tests

Knows the applicable regulations for maintaining spare charges

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0068] Handling of Domestic Chemicals

Level: [L001] Level 1

Has basic knowledge of the harmful effects of chemicals

Knows location of PPE and also uses them when handling chemicals

Familiar with data on the MSDS for various chemicals

Knows location of chemicals store and procedures for same

Familiar with different types of chemicals generally used

Level: [L002] Level 2

Familiar with eye wash or emergency shower stations

Has ability for proper storage of various chemicals on board

Knows procedures for accidental contact with skin, eyes, work clothes etc.

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Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0068] Handling of Domestic Chemicals

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows procedures for accidental spillage

Level: [L003] Level 3

Ensure full safety precautions are taken by personnel when handling chemicals

Knows the immediate first aid to be provided in case of accidental contact

Is able to understand the specification, nature of various types of chemicals on board

Is able to have knowledge of MSDS where applicable

Level: [L004] Level 4

Aware of the company environment concerns over use of chemicals

Knows use of MFAG for chemicals

Has sufficient knowledge of treatment on injuries caused by various chemicals

Aware of first aid to be given for chemical inhalation or skin contact

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0073] Immersian suits and TPA

Level: [L001] Level 1

Familiar with the principles of hypothermia

Has read user instructions in the Solas training manual.

Has basic concept when and where these protective aids to be used

Is able to recognize the locations of all immersion suits and TPA

Can fold and stow suits properly ready for use.

Level: [L002] Level 2

Is able to don the immersion suits and TPA properly

Level: [L003] Level 3

Familiar with the specifications and capabilities of immersion suits in general

Familiar with the regulations which apply to the availability of Immersion Suits.

Is able to keep good maintenance to the immersion suits and TPA

Is able to stow the immersion suits and TPA properly

Level: [L004] Level 4

Know how to treat the survivals away from hypothermia with TPA

Know how to be afloat with immersion suits on when rescuing survivals in water

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0074] Emergency escape breathing device ( EEBD)

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows the time limit of EEBD use.

Knows location of EEBD around the vessel and can identify EEBD in work area

Knows the purpose of the EEBD

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can demonstrate donning procedures for EEBD

Level: [L003] Level 3

Knows the inspection and service routines of the EEBD

Can guide and train staff on use of EEBD.

Knows the regulations wrt to number and location of EEBD

Aware of the checks prior to use of EEBD

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Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0074] Emergency escape breathing device ( EEBD)

Level: [L004] Level 4

Has good knowledge to check components of EEBD in good condition thoroughly

Know how to charge the EEBD with specific adaptor

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0075] Safe access to vessel

Level: [L001] Level 1

Aware of personal safety checks when using the access

Knows the means of safe access to vessel

Is able to appreciate the importance of keeping access areas clear of obstructions etc.

Has good knowledge about importance of safe access to vessel

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows safe arrangements for walkways and installed ladders fitted on board

Knows the requirement for rigging of combination ladders

Knows the regulations applicable to pilot ladder construction and rigging

Can correctly rig safety nets and also verify via inspection correct placement

Is aware of procedures w.r.t rigging of Accommodation Ladders and Pilot Boarding Arrangements

Is fully aware of the safety items attached to the access medium, e.g. Lifebuoys, lifelines etc.

Level 2

Level: [L003] Level 3

Has complete knowledge about maintenance and inspection of all access mediums

Aware of the responsibility to provide safe access from deck to accommodation

Is aware of the responsibility to provide safe access to and from vessel

Is aware of Safety standards required with respect to boarding / access equipment on board

Level 3

Level: [L004] Level 4

Is able to identify and deploy secondary access provisions in case of emergency

Has complete knowledge about maintenance and inspection of all access mediums

Level 4

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0076] Compliance with procedures for enclosed space entry

Level: [L001] Level 1

Can carry out a pre-entry equipment and conditions check

Knows the company procedures and checklists for entry

Is able to use efficiently the Personal Portable Gas Meters carried by crew working in spaces

Has complete knowledge of enclosed space entry procedures

Is able to identify all areas and zones classified as Enclosed Spaces

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can carry out joint checks to ensure all safety equipment is being used prior to entry

Establishes clear communication between entry party and standby party

Is able to understand & can also contribute to the Risk Assessment associated with the entry

Is able to identify and organize the correct communication procedures for the entry

Is able to perform calibration and thereafter atmosphere checks in enclosed spaces as required

Is able to appreciate and fully understand the requirements laid down in the Entry Permit

Level: [L003] Level 3

Has been known to ensure full compliance of procedures from staff

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Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0076] Compliance with procedures for enclosed space entry

Level: [L003] Level 3

Is aware of the rescue procedures for the entry space

Is aware of special conditions and precautions required with certain type of entries

Is able to perform a detailed Risk Assessment prior to performing entry

Is able to successfully complete the specified 'Enclosed Space Entry Permit'

Level: [L004] Level 4

Is able to identify any modifications or additions to the permit and advise the company of the same

Is able to check the efficiency of the Enclosed Space entry permit being completed

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0077] Maintenance and use of Spill containment systems (

Level: [L001] Level 1

Can check to see that the spill containment trays are kept clean and dry

Can ensure all the spill containment arrangement like Save-alls are effectively plugged/secured

Is able to identify the various spill containment arrangements on board

Level: [L002] Level 2

Follows instructions to do clean-up etc without causing spill overboard.

Is aware with the cleaning procedures and pollution hazards of cleaning a Drip Tray / Save- All

Is able to appreciate the limitations of spill containment system specially w.r.t. trim, list etc.

Is aware of the capacity of the Spill Containment provisions provided

Level: [L003] Level 3

Can be relied upon to do independent inspection prior arrival

Is able to independently transfer the contents of an open Spill Containment to a designated tank

Is able to identify the hazards attached with open (exposed) spill containment

Level: [L004] Level 4

Is able to inspect the condition of the spill containment arrangement

Is able to ascertain the size and capacity of the spill containment w.r.t pipeline etc. it is for

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0078] Accident prevention measures and general safety

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows the roles and responsibility of Accident Prevention Officers

Is able to appreciate the importance of a well planned and safe working habit

Is able to closely follow safety guidelines as laid down in SCOMPMAN

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows reporting procedures and guidelines with regards to accident prevention

Is able to understand the importance of Risk management w.r.t. reducing accidents

Is able to understand & appreciate the content of the Int. Code Of Safe Working Practices

Level: [L003] Level 3

Has sufficient knowledge for duties and responsibility of Accident Prevention officers

Capable of carrying out risk assessment and mitigating risk

Is able to implement all safety standards in the regular work routine of the vessel

Is able to ensure that all crew members are well trained and well versed with the SEP Policy

Level: [L004] Level 4

Is able to suggest additional procedures and measures w.r.t. safety for the entire fleet

Is able to hold interactive SEP & Safety Meetings at desired intervals and prepare minutes

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Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0078] Accident prevention measures and general safety

Level: [L004] Level 4

Is able to ascertain that the safety standards are appropriate for the type of vessel

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0080] Helicopter Operations - Safety procedures

Level: [L001] Level 1

Is aware of the location of the Helicopter Operation related Safety Equipment

Is able to identify the area designated on board for Helicopter Operations

Familiar with use of the safety equipment during operations

Knows the location of safety equipment for helo operations on board

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows the contents of the ICS Guide to Helicopter/Ship Operations

Is aware of the fire prevention preparations to be made prior to performing Helicopter operation

Is aware of the content of the Safety Box w.r.t. Helicopter Operation

Level: [L003] Level 3

Knows the marking requirements on deck for landing and winching

Understands the safety procedures for these operations

Aware of operating procedures for landing, winching, Hi-Line operation & Frog Man controlled Operation

Is able to identify and designate a team for safely performing Helicopter operation

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can verify vessel compliance with markings and area of operation to the ICS guide.

Is aware of all the contents and procedures laid down in the ICS - Helicopter Safety Guide

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0081] Fire Wires and Emergency towing equipment

Level: [L001] Level 1

Is aware of the location and procedures/instructions posted for the ETA

Is able to deploy the wire as per the recommendations of the ISGOTT

Is aware of the requirement for the deployment of fire wires forward and aft

Level: [L002] Level 2

Fully aware of the regulations for ETA and own vessel deployment procedures

Can check to verify condition of fire wires are suitable for use

Able to ensure that fire wires are kept rigged in proper way during cargo operations

Aware of the correct lay out of fire wires as per ISGOTT recommendations

Level: [L003] Level 3

Capable of maintaining equipment in ready status including notices etc.

Ale to provide training to all crew members in correct and quick deployment of the ETA

Knows the specification applicable to ship size for fire wires

Able to inspect the condition of the fire wire and renew as necessary

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can guide and train staff in use of ETA and also fire wires.

Is able to ensure that correct maintenance and inspection schedule for the above are being followed

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0082] Safety for hand tools on tankers

Level: [L001] Level 1

Aware that of 'Non Sparking Tools' on cargo areas of tankers

Aware of safe handling and procedures for hand tools

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Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0082] Safety for hand tools on tankers

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can identify tools which are not suitable for use on deck

Able to practice good house keeping in storage of such tools

Aware that certain tools need special handling and additional PPE may be required for them

Level: [L003] Level 3

Is able to provide training to personnel on hand and power tools usage on tankers.

Ensures personnel under his control use and are provided with correct tools

Able to identify tools having a spark generating potential

Level: [L004] Level 4

Is able to ensure that no conflicting metals are ever used in the cargo area

Ensure correct orders are made for tools dedicated to cargo work

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0084] Testing for drug and alcohol

Level: [L001] Level 1

Aware of the consequences of violation of this policy

Is aware of the company's Drug & Alcohol policy and the regular testing as stated in it.

Level: [L002] Level 2

Is aware of the types of drugs prohibited in the company's D&A policy

Aware of the unannounced tests by vessel and also by external agencies.

Level: [L003] Level 3

Is aware of the frequency of the alcohol test to be conducted on board

Can conduct alcohol test with the provided alcohol meter on board and record the correct readings

Level: [L004] Level 4

Aware of reporting procedures and disciplinary action for violation of this policy

Can calibrate the alcohol meter as per instruction manual using provided calibration kit

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0085] Search for ship stowaway, drugs and alcohol prior l

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows procedures on finding stowaway and foreign objects during search

Knows the search patterns to be adopted

Knows the area prescribed for search.

Understands the importance of searches

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows action to take in case of a finding

Is able to follow correct reporting procedures during searches

Is aware of the various search teams and areas assigned

Level 2

Level: [L003] Level 3

Knows reporting procedures for search and discovery.

Can identify vulnerable areas of vessel to intensify search in those areas.

Able to organize search teams to cover various areas of the vessel

Is able to conduct such searched as and when required

Level 3

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Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0085] Search for ship stowaway, drugs and alcohol prior l

Level: [L004] Level 4

Knows company reporting guidelines for such search

Knows applicable laws etc with discovery of stowaway

Is able to train the crew on the personal hazards attached with such searches,

Is able to follow the requirements of the SSP for search and corresponding reporting

Level 4

Group: [CG003] Life Saving Fire Fighting and Emergency Systems Item: [C0086] Emergency eye-wash and shower station on deck

Level: [L001] Level 1

Is aware of the procedures as to starting these

Is aware of location of all Emergency shower and eye wash stations on Cargo Deck

Level: [L002] Level 2

Is able to independently check the supply and condition (of water)

Can effectively use the same for self and also for others

Is aware of the requirement with respect to marking of the same

Level 2

Level: [L003] Level 3

Can effectively supervise maintenance of the filters in the system

Can effectively supervise maintenance of the spring loaded paddle valves attached to above

Is aware of the circulating or heating requirement for emergency showers/eye wash

Level 3

Level: [L004] Level 4

Is able to confirm that the above are in accordance with the IBC / BCH code as applicable

Is able to confirm that the supply for the above is from the portable source and is always running

Level 4

Group: [CG004] Pollution Prevention and Waste Management Item: [C0088] Waste and Garbage management system of company

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows the requirements for food waste disposal inside port limits

Knows the requirement to confirm with bridge prior disposal

Has demonstrated adequate care in treating and handling of garbage with regards to segregation

Has shown understanding of garbage disposal rules and complies with same

Familiar with company waste management manual

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows the content of the garbage log and can fill in the log.

Can classify when questioned as to the category of garbage and their disposal requirements

Can segregate and dispose garbage with no interference

Knows the means of disposal on board including incineration procedures

Fully understands the company policy for garbage disposal and applicable rules

Level: [L003] Level 3

Able to provide training and guidance to other staff

Has been through an audit and has handled questions from PSC and vetting inspectors on this aspect

Knows the type of waste that can be burnt in the incinerator and also knows about disposal of ash

Knows the capability of ship board incinerator and relates to design and capacity of the equipment

Capable of implementing control procedures for the disposal of garbage by ship staff

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Group: [CG004] Pollution Prevention and Waste Management Item: [C0088] Waste and Garbage management system of company

Level: [L003] Level 3

Capable of making correct entries in garbage log and maintaining records of other disposal

Capable of ensuring vessel is in compliance with local regulations for disposal

Capable of preparing and implementing the company garbage management plan

Level: [L004] Level 4

Able to guide and train vessel staff on company garbage policy and requirements

Ensures records are up to date and no deficiencies are noted in audits or inspections

Able to ensure vessel remains in compliance with rules for retention, incineration and disposal

Fully conversant with company garbage and waste management procedures

Group: [CG004] Pollution Prevention and Waste Management Item: [C0089] Pollution containment systems for deck machinery an

Level: [L001] Level 1

Has demonstrated satisfactory knowledge for a person on watch in port with regards to pollution

Familiar with limitations and warning notices placed around vessel for disposal or discharge of oily water etc

Familiar with operation of portable or fixed pumps for collection from deck in case of spill

Familiar with preparations prior arrival in port with regards to securing arrangements for containment

Familiar with drip trays and their design and purpose around oil tank vents

Familiar with the fish plate as a spill containment requirement

Familiar with fittings on vessel around hydraulic machinery etc. which help in containment of oil leaks etc

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can comply with items of the ship/shore safety checklist

Aware of draining requirements of rain water on deck etc while in port.

Aware of safe connection and disconnection of manifold to prevent spills

Aware of the containment trays around oil tank vents and manifold drip trays

Aware of the capacity of wilden pumps and arrangement for use in emergency

Fully aware of the requirements and can verify preparedness of vessel for port calls

Level: [L003] Level 3

Knows the different types of containment fitted on vessel

Capable of keeping vessel well equipped and ready with respect to pollution containment equipment

Can carry out a risk assessment from pollution perspective and plan for actions to mitigate risk

Can assign duties for containment, identify possible weak spots and take special caution to check

Can plan, prepare and organize securing of vessel for sea and arrival with regards to pollution containment

Level: [L004] Level 4

Carried out drills and analyses points for improvement

Can carry out a risk assessment from pollution perspective and plan for actions to mitigate risk

Knows different type of containment and their use

Capable of keeping vessel well equipped and ready with respect to pollution containment equipment

Group: [CG004] Pollution Prevention and Waste Management Item: [C0090] Pollution clean - up equipment, use of wilden pumps

Level: [L001] Level 1

Can be relied upon for action during deck watch for draining water on deck during rain periods

Knows how to operate the fixed or portable pumps and the discharge of collected oil to which space

Can prepare clean-up equipment needed near the manifold for cargo operations and bunkering

Knows how to use absorbent sheets for clean-up.

Knows location of the equipment on board

Familiar with vessel clean-up equipment and its use

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Group: [CG004] Pollution Prevention and Waste Management Item: [C0090] Pollution clean - up equipment, use of wilden pumps

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows which tanks the oil or oily water is to be disposed off

Can organize and supervise a clean-up team

Knows the limitations and permissions required for use of dispersants and chemicals

Knows deployment of cleaning teams and equipment to use during spill clean ups

Has participated in clean up operations during simulation pollution drills

Has ability to control or drain by gravity tank in case of overflow.

Familiar with immediate actions in case of pollution.

Knows how to rig oil booms and deploy

Knows the use of absorbent sheets

Knows the reporting procedures for clean up operations

Level: [L003] Level 3

Knows the applicable rules for pollution incidents in international and US waters

Knows company reporting procedures for spill incidents

Keeps all clean -up and containment equipment in good working order for immediate use

Understands the limitations of the vessel and can plan operations to avoid situations of pollution risk

Can work out scenarios to mitigate the result of overflow or pipe rupture

Can organize a spill management team and execute clean up operations

Knows the minimum requirement of stock to be maintained on board as per company manuals

Knows the location and use of clean-up equipment

Level: [L004] Level 4

Capable of training and providing guidance to crew on handling of spill incidents

Can review procedures on board and carry out risk assessment to identify potential sources of pollution

Can prepare and organize drills for different scenarios

Has check procedures to verify status of readiness of vessel for spill incidents

Fully conversant with vessel clean-up capabilities and actions to be taken in case of spill

Group: [CG004] Pollution Prevention and Waste Management Item: [C0091] Drills procedures and guidelines

Level: [L001] Level 1

Understands that drills etc are part of on board training procedures

Has shown interest and reacts well to commands and orders during drills

Knows his duties in a contingency

Familiar with company drill procedures and muster list for various contingencies drills

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can maintain and transcribe the sequence of events during a drill when required to do so.

Can or has been in-charge of teams during a drill

Knows the reporting procedures during drills and known to make accurate and timely reports

Has fair knowledge of drill sequences and the importance of maintaining a record of the events

Knows company drill procedures and familiar with drill routines

Level: [L003] Level 3

Keeps equipment and crew in a state of readiness for contingencies

Can plan in preparation of on-board drills and provide constructive feedback on performance

Familiar with flag state requirement for various drills

Familiar with company procedures and requirements of SOPEP and VRP for contingency drills

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Group: [CG004] Pollution Prevention and Waste Management Item: [C0091] Drills procedures and guidelines

Level: [L004] Level 4

Ensure vessel prepared for contingencies.

Can demonstrate to port state, flag state or other authorities vessel drill procedures

Ensures muster list and delegation of duties taking into account available resources

Fully familiar with company and regulatory requirements for conducting drills

Group: [CG004] Pollution Prevention and Waste Management Item: [C0092] Company Environmental Protection policy and vessel

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows what measures are to be taken in his daily work to minimize environmental damage

Knows company's EMS targets and objectives

Understands company environment policy and parts of the EMS

Level: [L002] Level 2

Understands the process of internal and external audits of EMS

When necessary can demonstrate company performance to these targets

Can explain how he or his department contributes towards meeting the company targets

Familiar with company EMS objectives and targets

Familiar with company EMS and aware of the terms aspects and impacts

Level: [L003] Level 3

Maintain accurate records to show compliance with EMS.

Has knowledge of air pollution and energy conservation systems on board

Can explain the relationship between EMS and legal requirements and other company systems

Understands process of internal and external audit.

Can provide data on procedures on board which contribute towards these targets

Can provide data on performance of vessel and company in achieving these targets

Knows company's EMS targets and objectives and the measurement of these targets

Fully familiar with company environment policy and EMS

Level: [L004] Level 4

Participated in management review of the EMS.

Knows procedure for analysis and corrective actions in case of lapse in procedures.

Maintain records and knows reporting procedures to company.

Can demonstrate adequate knowledge of legal requirements in area of operations

Can identify own vessel's contribution towards company EMS targets

Has in depth knowledge of company EMS

Group: [CG004] Pollution Prevention and Waste Management Item: [C0094] Procedure for breakaway from jetty during cargo tra

Level: [L001] Level 1

Familiar with requirement to attend to securing vessel as first priority in the event

Knows the location and use of emergency cargo pump shut down or shut down during loading

Makes himself familiar with port information to be prepared to attend to moorings etc

Understands that tension on slackness due to to tide changes while alongside

Understands the importance of tending to moorings etc to prevent vessel movement

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can explain sequence of action in case of a contingency of this nature

Keeps himself informed of the port tide and berth location peculiarity to avoid situation developing

Knows location of emergency stop buttons and activation of same

Knows reporting procedures in the case of an event

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Group: [CG004] Pollution Prevention and Waste Management Item: [C0094] Procedure for breakaway from jetty during cargo tra

Level: [L002] Level 2

Clearly understands the need the secure the vessel as a priority in the event

Familiar with company procedures on break away from jetty

Level: [L003] Level 3

Maintains equipment in good condition to prevent failure or breakdown while in port

Identifies stages of operation which could be critical and plans for additional measures to prevent incident

Keeps relevant information at hand during cargo operations to ensure vessel remains alongside

Has participated in simulated drills of this event

Knows the reporting procedures and immediate action to be taken

Well versed in procedure to follow in case of breakaway from jetty

Level: [L004] Level 4

Maintains equipment in good condition to prevent failure or breakdown while in port

Familiar with company procedures for this contingency and reporting guidelines

Identifies stages of operation which could be critical and plans for additional measures to prevent incident

Ensures resource allocation is taken into account when planning with available information of port

Ensures that officers and crew are informed and prepared in such cases

Can anticipate situations where precautions are to be taken to avoid incident

Group: [CG004] Pollution Prevention and Waste Management Item: [C0100] Bunkering Procedures

Level: [L001] Level 1

Bunker tanks calibration tables

Spill response and emergency procedures

Hazards on handling bunkers i.e. H2S, flammable liquid, hazardous atmosphere

Operation of bunker tank gauging system and alarms

Pipeline layout. Location and operation of valves

Bunker tanks layout and capacity plan

STCW IMO Watch keeping requirements, MARPOL, SOPEP ISGOTT, SIGTTO, CFR, ISPS and other reference documents including terminal and localregulations.

Level: [L002] Level 2

Precautions to be taken for safety and pollution prevention

Loading rate and venting limitations

Bunker calculation by tables

Bunker specs and requirements including third party bunker analysis

Shipboard bunker sampling procedures

Oil record book requirements

Level: [L003] Level 3

Effective communication with all parties

Identify and manage abnormal conditions

Training and supervision to ensure correct operation

Bunkering operations including pre-transfer meetings, mooring arrangement and planning

Level: [L004] Level 4

Knows sampling procedures and requirements

Can train and supervise efficiently the bunker transfer procedures.

Effectively carries out bunkering operation in adherence to rules

Familiar with company requirements on bunker quality and mixing

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Group: [CG004] Pollution Prevention and Waste Management Item: [C0109] Incinerator operation and use

Level: [L001] Level 1

Familiar with company waste management policy & SWASTE manual.

Familiar with operating procedure for incinerator.

Knowledge about basic construction of incinerator & its functions.

Familiar with provisions of Marpol annex 1 & annex 5.

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can carry out burner routines & other basic maintenance.

Familiar with company SEMS manual

Can make oil record book entries with respect to incinerator operation.

Knowledge about safety features & alarms & trips.

Knowledge about operating parameters.

Able to carry out sludge transfers from various tanks.

Level: [L003] Level 3

Awareness about ash disposal requirements.

Familiar with ESSA zones where incineration is prohibited.

Can make necessary adjustments to operating values for proper operation.

Able to overhaul pumps and control valves on the system.

Able to trouble shoot.

Level: [L004] Level 4

Able to implement company waste management policy on board.

Can take actions to meet company targets regarding garbage control as listed in SEMS manual

Familiar with electrical control circuits & can carry out trouble shooting.

Able to prepare for IOPP survey.

Group: [CG005] Structural Condition Item: [C0112] Corrossion Control methods and equipment

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows how to handle and operate the scaling equipment correctly under instruction.

Has basic knowledge of potential hazards of scaling equipment.

Follow safe working practices guidelines during scaling

familiar with different coats required for painting procedure

Familiar with correct procedure for surface preparation before painting

Level: [L002] Level 2

Follow safe working practices guidelines during chipping/scaling

Knows how to use power tools for scaling jobs.

Knows how to use a sand blasting machine

Knows how to carry out corrosion inspection

Has the knowledge of usage of anodes for cathodic protection

Level: [L003] Level 3

Can carry out simple spare parts change for the chipping/scaling equipment.

Has fair knowledge of design and limitations of scaling equipment.

Knows the use of anodes in tank protection

Knows how to use thickness gauging instrument

Knows the location and arrangement of ships anode protection system

Level: [L004] Level 4

Has sound knowledge of spare parts management of the scaling equipment.

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Group: [CG005] Structural Condition Item: [C0112] Corrossion Control methods and equipment

Level: [L004] Level 4

Understands the design and limitations of the scaling equipment

Has sound knowledge the potential hazards of chipping/scaling equipment.

Can understand and diagnose wastage of anodes in tanks and hull

Familiar with cathodic protection impressed current system

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0197] Incinerator operation and maintenance

Level: [L001] Level 1

Familiar with company waste management policy & SWASTE manual.

Familiar with operating procedure for incinerator.

Knowledge about basic construction of incinerator & its functions.

Familiar with provisions of Marpol annex 1 & annex 5.

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can carry out burner routines & other basic maintenance.

Familiar with company SEMS manual

Can make oil record book entries with respect to incinerator operation.

Knowledge about safety features & alarms & trips.

Knowledge about operating parameters.

Able to carry out sludge transfers from various tanks.

Level: [L003] Level 3

Awareness about ash disposal requirements.

Familiar with ESSA zones where incineration is prohibited.

Can make necessary adjustments to operating values for proper operation.

Able to overhaul pumps and control valves on the system.

Able to trouble shoot.

Level: [L004] Level 4

Able to implement company waste management policy on board.

Can take actions to meet company targets regarding garbage control as listed in SEMS manual

Familiar with electrical control circuits & can carry out trouble shooting.

Able to prepare for IOPP survey.

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0202] Fuel Oil system and its components - operation and

Level: [L001] Level 1

Familiar with company safety & environmental policy.

Can carry out basic maintenance on system components like cleaning filters.

Knowledge of properties of fuel oil & care to be taken in handling.

Familiar with the arrangements provided on board for storage, handling & purification of fuel oil.

Level: [L002] Level 2

Able to carry out maintenance on components of fuel oil system such as filters, pumps, heaters etc.

Able to transfer fuel oil & carry out purification for consumption.

Can safely monitor bunkering operation & calculate fuel oil received.

Familiar with MSDS sheets provided for fuel oils.

Level: [L003] Level 3

Can carry out pressure test on bunker line & rectify leaks.

Can carry out tests on fuel oil to determine density, viscosity etc.

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Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0202] Fuel Oil system and its components - operation and

Level: [L003] Level 3

Can overhaul pumps & make required measurements.

Able to take charge of bunkering operation, prepare bunker receipts & prepare samples for analysis.

Know the company policy regarding sulphur content of IFO and DO.

Level: [L004] Level 4

Familiar with relevant sections of Scompman chapter 5 regarding fuel oil systems & bunker procedures

Knowledge of company objectives & targets as listed in SEMS manual with regard to bunkering operations

Can calculate voyage bunker requirements including reserves

Make suitable entries in oil record book for bunkering operations.

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0205] Cooling Systems for LO, A/E and M/E

Level: [L001] Level 1

During watch - pressure and temperature monitoring and record

Level: [L002] Level 2

Capable of cleaning both water side and oil side, renewed anode plate

Capable of temperature setting in cooler controller

Level: [L003] Level 3

Capable carrying out cooling water flow rate control, to avoid cavitations damage of valve

Capable of carrying out chemical washing oil side of cooler

Capable of entering data in plan maintenance system

Capable of maintaining temperature controller and temperature control valve

Level: [L004] Level 4

Capable of carrying out leak detection and plugging of leaking tubes

Has fair knowledge of heat exchange theory and calculation

Capable of overhauling PID temperature controller

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0208] Inspection and cleaning of fuel oil filters

Level: [L001] Level 1

Capable to clean and inspect H.F.O. and D.O. transfer pump - suction filter

Capable to clean and inspect all purifiers - supply pump suction filter

Capable to clean and inspect Donkey Boiler flow meter inlet filter

Capable to clean and inspect A/E - M.D.O. booster pump - suction filter

Capable to clean and inspect M/E and A/E F.O. circulation pump - suction filter

Capable to clean and inspect M/E and A/e F.O. supply pump - suction filter

Level: [L002] Level 2

Capable of complete cleaning A/E - F.O. supply pump - suction auto back flushing filter

Capable of complete cleaning M/E F.O. back flush filter

Level: [L003] Level 3

Understands auto backwashing filter controller working principle and can do maintenance

Capable of repairing damaged filter with correct size gauze wire

Understands specification of different filters

Level: [L004] Level 4

Maintenance, repair and adjust auto backwashing filter controller

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Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0209] Inspection and cleaning of Lube oil filters

Level: [L001] Level 1

Cargo oil pump - Turbine oil pump suctions filter

Lube oil purifier feed pump - suction filter

M/E cam shaft lube oil pump - suction filter

M/E Cylinder oil filter

A/E lube oil pump - suction filter

Level: [L002] Level 2

A/E LO auto backwashing filter

M/E lube oil blacklisting filter

Capable carrying out cleaning followings filters

Level: [L003] Level 3

Understands auto backwashing filter controller working principle and maintenance

Level: [L004] Level 4

Maintenance, repair and adjusted auto backwashing filter controller

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0218] Start Air valves maintenance and inspection routine

Level: [L001] Level 1

Understands maintenance schedule

Understands start air valve structure

Level: [L002] Level 2

Capable replace starting air valve

Capable of overhauling of starting air valves

Level: [L003] Level 3

Capable carrying out leaks test of starting air valve

Capable of carrying out routine leakage test

Capable of grinding a start valve seat

Level: [L004] Level 4

can guide staff on board on correct procedures for maintenance and checks

Capable carrying out leaks test of starting air valve

Capable carry out routine leakage test

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0219] Fuel valves inspection and maintenance, overhaul an

Level: [L001] Level 1

Capable of replacing fuel valve form cylinder head

Level: [L002] Level 2

Assembly of fuel valve procedure

Disassembly and overhaul of fuel valve procedure

Level: [L003] Level 3

Overhaul and check of non-return valve

Atomization test

Opening pressure Test

Fuel Valves - Pressure Testing procedures

Overhaul fuel valves

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Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0219] Fuel valves inspection and maintenance, overhaul an

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can guide and train staff on board with regards to care, maintenance and operations of fuel valves

Can verify correct procedures for maintenance and test

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0232] Emergency generator -operation and test

Level: [L001] Level 1

Checking in local panel supply voltage & current in the battery charger

Checking of oil pressure ,oil temperature, fresh water temperature, fuel oil pressure & level.

Level: [L002] Level 2

Starting Emergency generator in Hydraulic oil system.

Starting Emergency Generator in local mode.

Starting Emergency Generator in Auto mode.

Cleaning of air filters, D.O filters and changing of lube oil filter.

Level: [L003] Level 3

Overhauling of Alternators.

Trouble shooting according to instruction manual.

Calibration of pressure switches thermostatic control if needed.

Emergency shut down for diesel oil

Insulation testing in the alternator.

Simulation shut down test for over speed the engine.

Alarm test for low L.O pressure/ Alarm test for F.W high temperature alarm/ Alarm test for power failure

Test of starting battery and battery charger maintenance

Level: [L004] Level 4

Capable carry out simulation black out rest

Capable carrying out Black out test

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0236] Engine room wathckeeping requirements

Level: [L001] Level 1

Familiar with piping line and equipment in engine room

Check any machinery running status

Draining of compressor air system, control air system, and various controller

Lubricating and greasing for moving parts

Monitoring of engine bilge

Maintain engine room oil free

Follow engine room change over the watch at sea or in port procedure checklist

Compliance with company engine room watch keeping requirements.

Level: [L002] Level 2

Familiar with emergency procedures

Familiar with piping line and equipment in engine room

Familiar with Procedures of engine room change over the watch in port

Familiar with Procedures of engine room change over the watch AT SEA

Capable ballasting and de-ballasting

Capable make preparation for Departure In Port

Capable make preparation for Arrival In Port

Capable to verify main and aux. engine running status

Familiar with applicable international rules and industry standards

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Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0236] Engine room wathckeeping requirements

Level: [L002] Level 2

Familiar with operation under ums system

Level: [L003] Level 3

Familiar with operation of main switchboard

Familiar with operation of critical equipment - Main Engine Remote and local control system

Familiar with Emergency and contingency procedures

Can make preparation for cargo pump & inert gas system

Capable of setting up various machinery operating parameters

Familiar with Main Engine Operation Procedure

Level: [L004] Level 4

Familiar with main engine emergency control

Proficient in trouble shooting and resolving issues

Capable of maintaining machinery in optimum operational status

Capable of maintaining safety in operation

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0237] Engine operation under UMS

Level: [L001] Level 1

Familiar with UMS set up principle

Familiar with Datachief-7 operation and alarm treatment

Understands Un-Manned System Operation structure

Level: [L002] Level 2

Familiar with company procedures for UMS watch.

Familiar with UMS watch procedure, bridge control procedures, Eng operational procedures etc.

Familiar with duty position select procedure

Familiar with Engine room alarm system - Test methods

Familiar with operation of engineers call function

Level: [L003] Level 3

Familiar with visual display unit (VDU) & keyboard (Operation)

Familiar with operator control panel unit (OCP)

Familiar with signal acquisition unit (SAU)

Familiar with maintenance and function testing program for Automation Plant - Check Lists

Level: [L004] Level 4

EO Maintenance and testing Program - Check Lists

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0238] Emergency and contingency procedures

Level: [L001] Level 1

Safety precautions for self

Reporting immediately

Raising the emergency alarm

Level: [L002] Level 2

Understands safety culture and importance of personal safety

Understands emergency duties and actions to be taken.

Level: [L003] Level 3

Has due regard and demonstrates high personal safety

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Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0238] Emergency and contingency procedures

Level: [L003] Level 3

Capable of incident analysis and identifying root cause.

Can make a damage assessment and damage report in prescribed format

Level: [L004] Level 4

Capable of anticipating problems and takes preventive action to avoid or mitigate occurrence.

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0239] Alarm monitoring system

Level: [L001] Level 1

Can do daily inspection to locate abnormalities by scanning latest alarms.

Can understand the function and the operation of alarm monitoring system.

Understands system functions

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can understand installation of Data Chief DC-7 from Engine Room , Bridge , Accommodation, Engine room

Level: [L003] Level 3

Can calibrate any pressure switches, temperature controls , pressure transducers, etc.

Can do maintenance according to instruction manual.

Can do function test and simulation and actual test of various alarms that covers Data Chief -7.

Capable to set or re-set alarm measuring point if necessary

Can do fairly good trouble shooting using available information.

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can assist class, vetting Inspector & Port State Control survey.

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0245] Engine room ventilation system

Level: [L001] Level 1

Understands importance of correct arrangement of ventilation system from a safety perspective

Familiar with vent arrangement in engine room.

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows the greasing routines for the ventilation system

Can operate the emergency vent flaps when required.

Knows the emergency shut down procedure for engine room ventilation

Can carry out routine checks of the ventilation arrangement

Level: [L003] Level 3

Knows signs of abnormal condition and reporting for corrective action

Understand the requirements for engine room ventilation as per rules

Level: [L004] Level 4

Maintains and keeps system in operational status as per requirements

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0248] Engine room lighting

Level: [L001] Level 1

Familiar with safe and non-safe type of electrical fittings

Familiar with lighting fixture integrity requirements

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows applicable regulations on this subject.

Knows the dangers of using naked light in work areas and accommodation

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Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0248] Engine room lighting

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can identify possible hazard from lighting systems

Level: [L003] Level 3

Knows the importance of correct and sufficient lighting arrangements with an eye of safety.

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can guide and ensure lighting and light fittings are adequate from a safety perspective

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0249] Bilge piping system

Level: [L001] Level 1

Knows the suction points and discharge connections of e/r bilge piping

Can trace lines with or without help of piping drawings

Familiar with the bilge piping system on the vessel

Level: [L002] Level 2

Familiar with applicable rules for bilge water overboard discharge.

Can also carry out tests and checks to ensure system is in working condition

Knows the location of suction points for the e/r bilge and also bilges for different parts of the e/r

Knows the location of bilge suction points in the on board bilge system

Knows the operation of the oily water separator

Can operate the bilge water collection and retentions system within rules.

Level: [L003] Level 3

Capable of operating the oily water separator

Knows the location of level sensors in the bilges

Can carry out operational checks and tests on system integrity

Familiar with emergency operation and arrangement of the bilge piping

Fully familiar with the bilge piping system on board

Level: [L004] Level 4

Thorough with the bilge piping and operation system on board.

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0250] Sea Water piping system

Level: [L001] Level 1

Familiar with associated piping for other machinery using sea water

Familiar with cooling systems for main engine and auxiliary engines using sea-water

Familiar with various sea water pipes in engine room

Level: [L002] Level 2

Knows the procedures to check for leaks in the piping system

Familiar with corrosion effects of sea water retention in the piping system

Familiar with the sea-water piping system in engine room

Level: [L003] Level 3

Fully familiar with means of corrosion protection system fitted or applied onto sea water pipes

Familiar with precautions to be taken when working on valves in the system

Familiar with inspection and checks prior opening of sea water pipes on the vessel

Knows the critical valves in each piping system which has direct or indirect connection to sea.

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Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0250] Sea Water piping system

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can carry out successful repair when necessary

Capable of monitoring the condition of sea water pipes on vessel

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0255] Preparing for arrival and departure port

Level: [L001] Level 1

Can carry out assigned tasks for preparing various machinery for arrival or dep port.

Can carry out tasks and checks with little supervision

Familiar with duties on preparation for arrival or departure port.

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can also complete other procedures necessary for preparation of arrival or departure

Can complete the "Steer Gear" checklist after complying with the requirement

Can complete "Arr / Dep" Checklists from CESCOP after complying with all requirements

Level: [L003] Level 3

Capable of ensuring the company required documentation for arrival or departure is complied with

Can verify critical systems condition for readiness

Capable of checking and coordination for arrival and departure port

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can ensure port regulations are obtained and complied with

Can ensure full compliance with company requirements for port

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0256] Preparing for cargo operation

Level: [L001] Level 1

Can carry out assigned tasks for preparing cargo pumps and IG plant for cargo operation

Can carry out tasks and checks with little supervision

Familiar with duties on preparation for cargo operation

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can also complete other procedures necessary for start up or shut down

Can complete keep cargo pumps and IG plant procedures for cargo operation

Can complete "Arr / Dep" Checklists from CESCOP after complying with all requirements

Level: [L003] Level 3

Capable of ensuring the company required documentation and log keeping is complied with

Can verify critical systems condition for readiness

Capable of checking and coordination for cargo operation readiness

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can ensure port regulations are obtained and complied with

Can ensure full compliance with company requirements for port

Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0260] Bunker tank changeover procedure

Level: [L001] Level 1

Bunker tanks calibration tables

Operation of bunker tank gauging system and alarms

Pipeline layout. Location and operation of valves

Familiar with bunker tanks layout and capacity plan

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Group: [CG010] Engine Room and Steering Gear Item: [C0260] Bunker tank changeover procedure

Level: [L002] Level 2

Precautions to be taken for safety and pollution prevention

Transfer rate and venting limitations

Bunker calculation by tables

Oil record book requirements

Level: [L003] Level 3

Effective communication with all parties

Identify and manage abnormal conditions

Bunkering operations including pre-transfer meetings and planning

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can train and supervise efficiently the bunker transfer procedures.

Effectively carries out bunkering operation in adherence to rules

Familiar with company requirements on bunker quality and mixing

Group: [CG011] General Appearance and Maintenance Item: [C0272] Deck lighting

Level: [L001] Level 1

Capable of changing spare light bulb for the deck lighting equipment.

Has a basic knowledge of dangerous of using naked light on deck (crude and chemical).

Know the usage of different deck lighting.

Know the location of switch of different deck lighting.

Level: [L002] Level 2

Has a basic knowledge of regulation requirements for deck lighting and can identify unsafe conditions

Capable of following maintenance routines for deck lighting equipment.

Capable of change spare light bulb for the deck lighting equipment.

Understand the dangers of using naked light on deck (crude and chemical).

Know the usage of different deck lighting.

Know the location of switch of different deck lighting.

Level: [L003] Level 3

Familiar with the regulation requirements for deck lighting .

Has a basic knowledge of construction and wiring system for the deck lighting equipment.

Capable of following maintenance routines for deck lighting equipment.

Capable of changing spare light bulb for the deck lighting equipment.

Understand the dangerous of using naked light on deck (crude and chemical).

Level: [L004] Level 4

Expertise in the regulation requirements for deck lighting .

Has a good knowledge of construction and wiring system for the deck lighting equipment.

Capable of following maintenance routines for deck lighting equipment.

Fully understand the dangers of using naked light on deck (crude and chemical).

Group: [CG011] General Appearance and Maintenance Item: [C0274] Accommodation spaces housekeeping

Level: [L001] Level 1

Familiar with layout of vents in accommodation, deck houses etc.

Has knowledge of company standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Has knowledge on the location or store where cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc are kept.

Has knowledge on different kinds of cleaning materials

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Group: [CG011] General Appearance and Maintenance Item: [C0274] Accommodation spaces housekeeping

Level: [L001] Level 1

Has knowledge on different kinds of cleaning equipments

Has knowledge on how to use cleaning equipments

Has knowledge on the location of cleaning equipments

Level: [L002] Level 2

Able to identify shut off points for ventilation to spaces.

Has knowledge on correct housekeeping

Has knowledge on the application of cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc.

Has knowledge on proper disposal of containers of cleaning materials and cleaning solvents.

Has knowledge in storing cleaning materials, cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc.

Has knowledge on how to use different kinds of cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc. for cleaning

Level: [L003] Level 3

Capable of carrying out routine maintenance and repairs on ventilation openings

Knowledge on maintaining proper housekeeping

Has knowledge on storing materials and equipment for housekeeping

Can make requisitions to be used for housekeeping

Can predict consumptions for a certain period of time.

Level: [L004] Level 4

Has knowledge on what materials or chemicals to be used for cleaning.

Knows when, how and where containers of cleaning materials and chemicals should be disposed.

Group: [CG011] General Appearance and Maintenance Item: [C0275] Drinking water and food hygeine

Level: [L001] Level 1

Location of potable fresh water faucets on board

Proper food preparation and hygiene.

Store inventory

Store requirement

Handling of food

Proper storing of food

Level: [L002] Level 2

Follow proper hygiene procedures while handling food and dishes. Use of PPE as necessary.

Proper food set up on the table

Correct preparation and cooking of food

Capacity of fresh water generator

Correct process to produce potable water for consumption on board

Drinking water pipeline layout

Principles of fresh water generation and care in usage on board.

Level: [L003] Level 3

Knowledge in preparing food hygienically and properly.

Requisition of stores

Knows about sterilizer and mineralize.

Training and supervision to ensure correct operation of fresh water generator

Level: [L004] Level 4

Knowledge of types of washing liquid used

Knowledge of FW tank cleaning and inspection requirements

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Group: [CG011] General Appearance and Maintenance Item: [C0276] Maintenance and housekeeping of stores and spares

Level: [L001] Level 1

Has the basic knowledge of using computer based program to manage stores and spares.

Knows how to make inventory and the labeling of the stores and spares.

Familiar with the storage location of each stores and spares.

Level: [L002] Level 2

Has the basic knowledge of minimum require stocks which should be kept on board.

Can use the computer based program to manage stores and spares.

Knows how to sort and keep different kinds of stores and spares.

Familiar with the storage location of each stores and spares.

Level: [L003] Level 3

Can manage the stores and spares for the normal operation of the ship.

Has the concept of regular consumption of stores and spares.

Knows minimum requirement of stocks which should kept on board.

Can use the computer based program to manage stores and spares.

Knows how to sort and keep different kinds of stores and spares.

Has a sound knowledge of the storage location of each stores and spares.

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can manage the stores and spares for the normal operation of the ship.

Has very good sense of concept of regular consumption of stores and spares.

Knows minimum requirement of stocks which should kept on board.

Can use the computer based program to manage stores and spares.

Experienced in sort and keep different kinds of stores and spares.

Has a sound knowledge of the storage location of each stores and spares.

Group: [CG012] Ship Security Item: [C0279] Security Awareness and company security policy

Level: [L001] Level 1

Familiar with company personnel ID system for crew and also for visitors

Can do a security patrol during port watches with assistance

Understands the importance of access control.

Familiar with ISPS requirements and security issues related to vessel

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can keep watch in pirate areas.

Knows procedure for checking of stores and goods received from stores

Knows the security preparedness phases and what to do in level 1, 2 and 3.

Can carry out a security patrol

Knows the SSO of his vessel and can broadly outline his duties

Aware of access control procedures and handle visitor log etc as man on gangway watch

Knows the restricted areas of the vessel

Level: [L003] Level 3

Aware of the securing of restricted areas at different security levels.

Knows search procedures for visitors and ID check procedures.

Knows procedures for raising alarm when discovering an unidentified objects on board

Knows the communication methods, restricted area, access control procedures on his vessel

Knows the pattern of bomb search

Aware of his duties in a security threat scenario

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Group: [CG012] Ship Security Item: [C0279] Security Awareness and company security policy

Level: [L004] Level 4

Knows the type, utility and limitations of security equipment on board

Can review security situation on board and communicate with CSO and PASO

Knows applicable flag state rules for security

Knows the requirement for exchange of security information with other vessels

Knows the requirement for exchange of security information with port prior arrival

Aware that there is an approved SSP and/or has reviewed the SSP.

Can provide training to crew in matters of security.

Can organize search patterns and security drills

Group: [CG014] Personnel Evaluation Item: [C0286] Personal Characteristics - Attitudes

Level: [L001] Level 1

Only reads instruction books and manuals when ordered to do so

Uses tools and equipment carelessly, resulting in excessive wear and tear

Does not replace tools and equipment after use

Unreliable, untrustworthy

Level: [L002] Level 2

Has "skimmed" the instruction books and manuals required for his rank

Always use tools and equipment with care

Always replaces tools and equipment after use

Follow Orders reliably, trustworthy

Level: [L003] Level 3

Has carefully read all of the instruction books and manuals required for his rank

Will clean and maintain equipment after use and before replacing

Will take extra care not to damage tools and equipment during use

Wants to improve one's skills and knowledge

Cheerfully and diligently accepts extra assignments,

Level: [L004] Level 4

Wants to read every instruction book and manual in his department

Works and Studies overtime

Confident and decisive

Enthusiastic, always willing to volunteer

Group: [CG014] Personnel Evaluation Item: [C0287] Personal Characteristics - Alertness

Level: [L001] Level 1

Blindly ticks off procedure checklists

Skips procedures

Unaware of what is going on around him

Level: [L002] Level 2

Reports all information according to procedures

Follows all procedures

Aware of what is going on around him

Level: [L003] Level 3

Takes preventative actions

Always reports additional information which he thinks might be important

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Group: [CG014] Personnel Evaluation Item: [C0287] Personal Characteristics - Alertness

Level: [L003] Level 3

Little can go on without him knowing it

Level: [L004] Level 4

Will organize or suggest new procedures to control a potentially critical situation

Will seek information about potentially hazardous conditions

Will randomly check things to see if all is in order

Nothing escapes his attention.

Group: [CG014] Personnel Evaluation Item: [C0288] Personal Characteristics - Leadership & Personal Re

Level: [L001] Level 1

Unfriendly, rude to superiors, unfair to subordinates

Level: [L002] Level 2

Give reasonable and easy to understand orders, respected by superiors and subordinates

Acknowledge all orders given, indicate when orders not understood

Level: [L003] Level 3

Able to criticize face to face but minimize conflict by referencing own personal feelings

Recognizes body language of others and aware of own body language

Knows how to discipline firmly without conflict

Can utilize "Involvement" instead of "Surveillance" when supervising

Knows how own style of supervision should be modified to be more effective

Recognizes own personally preferred style of supervision

Understands why "Influence" is the preferred style of supervision

Can determine which supervision style is appropriate according to hi-lo task and hi-lo relationship

Knows the four styles of supervision, Collaboration, Influence, Direction, Delegation

Understands and utilizes the techniques covered in "Supervising for Quality" video and student guide

Always sets a good example to others

Fair to all subordinates, aware of subordinates actions, concerns and feelings

Courteous to superiors, give full and accurate answers to questions

Level: [L004] Level 4

Able to listen and console an unhappy person

Able to adjust body language appropriately for different situations

Knows when and how to adjust leadership style according to task

Knows which style of leadership is appropriate for hi-lo skill and hi-lo motivation subordinates

Can determine appropriate leadership style in terms of subordinate's skills and motivation

Understands and utilizes the techniques covered in "Be prepared to Lead" video and student guide

Able to motivate and inspire others

Group: [CG014] Personnel Evaluation Item: [C0289] Personal Characteristics - Work Capacity

Level: [L001] Level 1

Struggles to complete work assigned

Level: [L002] Level 2

Handle job without fatigue

Level: [L003] Level 3

Able to prioritize jobs, doing the most important first

Can do extra jobs without fatigue

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Group: [CG014] Personnel Evaluation Item: [C0289] Personal Characteristics - Work Capacity

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can handle many different jobs and responsibilities efficiently with no mistakes occurring

Group: [CG014] Personnel Evaluation Item: [C0290] General - English

Level: [L001] Level 1

Can read aloud simple text at a speed of 25 words per minute

Can understand and give simple instructions in the present tense

BBC elementary level

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can read aloud with decent accent at a speed of 50 words per minute

Can speak and write using past, present and future tenses, adjectives & adverbs

BBC lower intermediate level

Level: [L003] Level 3

Can understand 80-90% of the radio news and repeat to others

BBC upper intermediate level

Level: [L004] Level 4

Can read Time or Newsweek and only have to look up two words per page

Can speak and write fluently with no grammatical errors

BBC Advanced Level

Group: [CG014] Personnel Evaluation Item: [C0291] General - Computer

Level: [L001] Level 1

Excel - Save and print spreadsheet

Excel Adjust column width

Excel - Create simple spreadsheet with formulas for add, subtract, multiply divide

Word - Save and print document

Word - Can type simple letter

Level: [L002] Level 2

Rydex - Create message and set addresses of recipients

Excel - Add, delete, and rename worksheets

Excel - Copy and Paste formulas

Excel - Select Font and Size

Word - Use Spelling Checker

Word - Copy & Paste phrases

Word - Use Paragraphs and Tabs to align text instead of spaces and carriage return

Word - Change Font and Size. Justify text left, right, center.

Windows - Exit windows properly

Windows - Resize, Maximize and Minimize Windows

Windows - Use File Manager to see sub directories and files

Windows - Use Program Manager, Open Groups and Launch applications

Pathmd - Open and close directories

Pathmd - Copy file from hard disk to floppy disk

Format a floppy disc

Dos -Turn and re-boot computer with Ctrl+Alt+dlt

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Group: [CG014] Personnel Evaluation Item: [C0291] General - Computer

Level: [L003] Level 3

Rydex - Create and trash folders

Rydex - Move messages between folders

Rydex - Add and detach attachments

Excel - Modify wording of header and footer

Excel -Protect and Unprotect cells and worksheets

Excel - Turn Toolbars on and off

Excel - Use Chart Wizard to create charts

Excel - Add, Delete and Rename Worksheets

Excel - Change colors of cells, Apply & remove gridlines

Excel - Define and use cell styles,

Excel - Give names to cells and use cell names in formulas

Word - Turn Toolbars on and off

Word - Create Tables using Table Insert

Word - Set headers and footers and insert text

Word - Set page layout, Portrait or Landscape, margins

Word - Format Paragraphs, set spacing before and after paragraphs, set paragraph indents

Word - Use Styles, Modify existing Styles

Window - Copy or move files in File Manager using [Ctrl] or [Alt]

Window - Copy or Move application icons from one group to another using [Ctrl] or [Alt]

Window - Can create new Program Group and new application icons.

Dos - Can backup hard disk to tape and restore tape to hard disk

Dos - Can run virus checker MSAV.EXE

Level: [L004] Level 4

Excel - Create buttons to execute macros

Excel - Record, Run and Modify Macros

Excel - Create database. filter and sort records

Excel - Create buttons to execute macros

Word - Record, Run and Modify Macros

Word - Create new styles, Set text flow options for paragraphs

Word - Set up templates (.dot) files

Dos - Can install hard disk, set partitions with fdisk and then format

Dos - Can inspect and modify CMOS setup

Dos - Can run chkdsk and scandisk

Group: [CG014] Personnel Evaluation Item: [C0292] General - ISM/SEP

Level: [L001] Level 1

Understand and can use Near Accident Reporting System

Keeps a personal record of his activities, drills, and maintenance carried out

Knows the procedures of the critical and special operations to which he is assigned

Know which jobs / responsibilities are assigned to him and which jobs he has assigned to others

Level: [L002] Level 2

Can lookup and update maintenance items for which he is responsible in PMS system

Familiar with and able to use correctly SOP & CES checklists for all activities which he is involved in

Read and can find sections in SCOMPMAN relevant to his position

Level: [L003] Level 3

Able to review implementation and compliance of SEP system for his department

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Group: [CG014] Personnel Evaluation Item: [C0292] General - ISM/SEP

Level: [L003] Level 3

Familiar with SDRUGALC, SWASTE

Read completely SCOMPMAN, SPLAMAIN, ETECHMAN

Level: [L004] Level 4

Able to suggest change or improvements to the SEP system

Knows when to report the non-conformity or failure of a dynamic element

Knows how to monitor the progress of a dynamic element

Knows when to execute a report that will be a dynamic element

Understands the dynamic elements of the SEP system

Group: [CG014] Personnel Evaluation Item: [C0293] General - Emergency Procedures

Level: [L001] Level 1

Keeps personal safety diary and knows which drills have been held during last 3 months

Operate portable fire extinguishers

Can use EEBA,

Knows information and instructions in Safety of Personnel Booklet

Knows all safety card information

Level: [L002] Level 2

Has watched all of the Safety videos

Familiar with MSS Training Manual

Use, maintain & service all Emergency equipment

Can use CABA & fireman's outfit,

Level: [L003] Level 3

Knows the safety videos well enough to write a summary of the important lessons of each video

Familiar with MSS Safety Manual

Able to perform all drills relevant to his department

Knows which drills are in SEDRILL and approximately how often they should be held

Able to lead Emergency Squad

Level: [L004] Level 4

Able to command all of the Emergency Drills

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