Record Book

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00 2 April, 2005
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INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL

OPEN UNIVERSITY (IGNOU)
package comprises a combination of one or managers and technical experts in shipping
The Indira Gandhi National Open University more of the following: companies all over the world. Statistics
was established by an Act of Parliament in available from the authorative sources
1985 to achieve the following objectives: • Self-instructional print materials; suggest that an Indian Officer will continue to
• Audio and video cassettes; be in demand in the foreseeable future but
• Democratising higher education by taking • Telecast / broadcasts through the not without stiff competition from officers of
it to the doorstep of the learners; dedicated education channel of other nationalities. Realising the need of the
• Providing access to high quality education Doordarshan (Gyan Darshan) and the All industry and to ensure that its training
to all those who seek it irrespective of India Radio (Gyan Vani) Channel; programs continue to be of the highest
age, region or formal qualifications; • Teleconferencing; quality, the School of Engineering and
• Offering need-based academic • Interactive Radio-counselling Technology (SOET) of the Indira Gandhi
programmes at affordable cost in • Face-to-face counselling; National Open University (IGNOU), in
emerging professional and vocational • Tele-counselling; collaboration of the Directorate General of
areas; Shipping has developed this vocational
• Assignments;
• Promoting and developing distance training program which includes a
• Project work;
education and maintaining standards in combination of strong underpinning,
• On line teaching-learning; knowledge of marine subjects, practical
distance education in the country. • Extended contact programmes; and application of the theory and correct attitude.
• Laboratory work.
The University offers both short-term and
long-term innovative programmes leading to Aims and Objectives of the Training
Study material is self-instructional and is Program
Certificates, Diplomas and Degrees. The developed by teams of experts drawn from
programmes are launched with a view to fulfil different universities / institutions all over the
the learner’s need for: This training program aims at preparing the
country. The print material is scrutinised by candidates to face with fortitude and
the content experts, supervised by the endurance, the hardships of life at sea and to
• Certification; instructors / unit designers and edited in-
• Improvement of skills; inspire in them a sense of devotion to duty,
house before printing. feeling of good will & comradeship, which is
• Acquisition of professional qualifications;
essential for the life at sea.
• Continuing education and professional Industry Background
development at work place; India is a large manpower supplier to the The programme is of Six Semesters, of which
• Self-enrichment; and International Shipping Industry and is reputed first five are of six months duration and the
• Diversification of knowledge for providing highly qualified and well trained Sixth Semester is of four months duration.
personnel to work on Indian owned as well as First two Semesters i.e. 1 year is on-shore
The University uses a judicious multiple foreign owned merchant ships. Indian training which is designed to impart basic
media mix for instruction. The instructional Officers are also employed as knowledge on the type of merchant ships,
ship operations, types of goods carried by
ship, shipping trade and a good foundation in
the basic principles of navigation and
environmental science. During, the
subsequent three semesters, candidates are
trained on the job i.e. onboard a ship in the
practical application of the theory learnt.
Sixth and final semester is conducted at an

approved Training Institute. The emphasis
during this semester is to prepare the
candidate for the examination of 2nd Mate
Certificate of Competency conducted by the
Directorate General of Shipping, Ministry of
Shipping. On successful completion of this
examination, the candidate is awarded a
degree in B. Sc. (Nautical Science) and a
Certificate of Competency which enables him
to become an officer on a merchant ship.
18 Credits are awarded on successful

completion of each Semester i.e. a total 108
credits (18 X 6) would be required for award
of B. Sc. (Nautical Science) degree.
SUMMARY OF PROPOSED PROGRAM STRUCURE
The Program is to be divided into three stages:
Stage Semester Duration Stage of Cadet’s Award of Qualification

Education cycle
Stage 1 Semester 1 & 2 12 months Pre Sea training Diploma in Nautical Science (IGNOU)
at DGS approved
Institute
Stage 2 Semester 3, 4, & 18 months At Sea: SSTP Advanced Diploma in Nautical Science (IGNOU)
5 programme
approved by
DGS
Stage 3 Semester 6 4 months Post Sea training BSc (Nautical Science) Degree (IGNOU)
at DGS approved
Institute. Certificate of Competency (DGS) – (Professional Qualification)
INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF

OPEN UNIVERSITY SHIPPING
Advanced Diploma in Nautical On Board Training Record of

Science Tasks Performed
Introduction
School of Engineering & Technology that Cadets meet the requirements for Cadet has completed a properly structured
(SOET), Indira Gandhi National Open certification stipulated under the onboard training programme and
University (IGNOU) New Delhi in “competences” and that as far as possible demonstrated competence in the skills
collaboration with the Directorate General of the Officers supervising their training use the required by the amended STCW
Shipping have developed this onboard criteria for evaluation based on Table A-II/1 Convention.
training programme. of the STCW Code. However, the tasks have
been arranged with on board training in This onboard Training Record of tasks
On successful completion of various tasks to mind. The tasks do not cover areas which performed takes full account of the
the satisfaction of the Master of the vessel, are normally covered in Stage I of the requirements of the IMO Convention on
the Officers nominated by him & IGNOU, the Cadet’s training. Standards of Training, Certification and
Cadet will be eligible to appear for the Watchkeeping for Seafarers and the
semester end examinations and qualify Completion of this Book will not itself provisions of the STCW Code, 95.
himself for the award of “Advanced Diploma constitute an official assessment of
in Nautical Science”. competence. However, completion of the
Onboard Training Record Book, Journals, &
The tasks contained in this Record Book other written material should provide
have been carefully designed to help ensure sufficient documentary evidence that a
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Contents
Page SECTION 1 Page SECTION 6

8 Guide to Completion 52 List of Training Tasks and Competences
Achieved
SECTION 2 54 BNA 031 Navigation
11 Summary Record of Progress 59 BNA 032 Handling and Stowage of Cargo
11 Particulars of Cadet 62 BNA 033 Personal Care & Safety Onboard
12 Cadet's Training Record 64 BNA 041 Navigation
12 Basic Training 68 BNA 042 Cargo Operations
12 Record of Other Training 70 BNA 043 Controlling Ship's Operations & Care of
13 Record of Sea Going Service Persons Onboard
14 Shipboard Training Officer's Review 73 BNA 051 Navigation
of Training 76 BNA 052 Cargo Handling & Stowage
18 Master's Monthly Inspection of 79 BNA 053 Controlling Ship's Operations & Care of
Record Book Persons Onboard
22 Company's Inspection of Record Book 81 BNA 032(T) Cargo Operations (Tankers)
23 Task Summary Chart 82 BNA 042(T) Cargo Operations (Tankers)
83 BNA 052(T) Cargo Operations (Tankers)
SECTION 3 86 Cadet's Record of Steering
41 Mandatory Safety and Shipboard 89 Cadet Steering Certificate
Familiarisation 91 Cadet's Record of Port Watches
103 Cadet's Port Watchkeeping Certificate
SECTION 4 111 Cadet's Record of Watchkeeping
44 Particulars of Ships 141 Watchkeeping Proficiency Certificate
SECTION 5 SECTION 7
50 International Regulations for Preventing 149 Practical Shipboard Tasks
Collisions at Sea, 1972
SECTION 8
156 Reinforcement of Theory Tasks
SECTION 1
Guide to Completion
For the attention of Masters,

Designated Onboard Training Officers
and Cadets
including details of Basic Training competences that still need to be
Object of the Record Book received in accordance with the STCW demonstrated.
Convention. The Cadet will then be
The purpose of this Record Book is to help personally responsible for the safe Throughout the Cadet’s seagoing
ensure that Cadets follow a structured keeping of this Record Book throughout service:
programme of training and make the best training.
use of their time at sea. In so doing they will • Section 3, concerning details of • Section 6, which contains a
gain the practical training and experience Mandatory Safety Familiarisation (page comprehensive list of onboard training
necessary to become competent 41) and Mandatory Shipboard tasks, should be progressively
Watchkeeping deck officers in accordance Familiarisation (page 42), should be completed. Additional guidance on
with the STCW Convention as amended in completed immediately after the Cadet recording progress is given at the start of
1995. It is therefore important that the joins each ship. An Officer should sign to Section 6, on page 52.
following guidance is carefully followed. signify that mandatory familiarisation as • The Task Summary Chart on page 23 is
required by the 1995 STCW Convention to be used for recording tasks or duties
Given that this Training Record Book will be has been undertaken. completed. It should be kept up to date.
submitted to IGNOU appointed examiners The Chart can be used for planning the
(and may also be made available to As soon as possible after joining each achievement of training tasks or duties
instructors at maritime training colleges) ship: which still have to be completed.
proper use and completion of this Record • The Book should be submitted to the
Book is essential. It should be subject to • The Cadet should complete Section 4 Master for inspection every
close scrutiny by the Masters of the ships on (page 44) concerning the technical month/quarter and at the end of each
which the Cadet serves, by the Cadet’s details of the vessel. The Master and the contract/tenure. The Master’s comments
designated onboard Training Officers and STO onboard each ship should provide should be recorded, dated and stamped
the Shipping Company. an opportunity for this exercise to be on page 18. Comments should only
undertaken. relate to the Cadet’s competence and
On receipt of this Book: • The STO should inspect this Book in practical progress.
• The Cadet should complete the order to check progress already made. A • The Book should be submitted to the
information required on pages 11 and 12, plan should be made to tackle the STO on joining each vessel and then
monthly. Comments should be recorded

on page 14. Important note
• A precise record should be kept on the
Cadet’s seagoing service including time The STCW Convention
spent on Steering (see page 86), Port requires that any person
Watches (see page 91) and Bridge conducting onboard training
Watchkeeping duties (see page 111 ) shall do so only when it will not
• In addition to practical training, adversely affect the normal
throughout seagoing service Cadets operation of the ship and time
should practise their knowledge of the can be dedicated to the training
International Regulations for Preventing and any evaluation of
Collisions at Sea (see page 50). competence.
• Cadets are also expected to complete
Practical Shipboard Tasks as given in
Section 7 (see page 149) and
Reinforcement of Theory Topic Tasks as
given in Section 8 (see page 156).
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Roles and Responsibilities

The main roles and responsibilities of those involved in delivery of the programme are :
Company Training Designated Shipboard DLP Administering

Master Trainee
Officer Training Officer Institute
Overall management of Provides the link Organises practical Follows diligently the Provides courses to
the training programme, between the company training at sea for the programme of training. develop skills,
including liaison between training officer and the duration of each voyage. knowledge and
ships, the Company and shipboard training officer understanding.
DLP Institutes. to ensure the
effectiveness of onboard
training
Monitors and reviews Monitors and reviews Ensures in a supervisory Makes the most of the Carries out formal
overall progress of the progress of shipboard capacity that opportunities for learning assessment of Theory
trainee, including training. requirements for onboard and developing skills at and Practical Shipboard
inspection of college training are fulfilled and all stages. Tasks submitted by the
reports and records of that the time the trainee trainee, monitors the
shipboard training. spends onboard is as trainee’s progress based
useful as possible in on evidence contained in
terms of training and the Task Summary
experience. Sheet, and after the
external examination
sends the marksheet to
IGNOU.
Issues guidance, Fulfils the role of Keeps the SSTP Record Reviews and provides
progress reports and continuity if the Book up to date and reports on trainees’
action plans as required shipboard training officer available for scrutiny as progress.
to trainees and is relieved during the required.
shipboard staff. voyage.
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SECTION 2
Summary Record of Progress
Particulars of Cadet to be completed by the cadet in block letters
Name in full
Passport No. CDC No.
Indos No. Date of Birth

Photo
Home Address
Sponsoring Company
Address
Onboard Training Date Started Date Completed
Change of Sponsoring Company (If applicable)
Address
Date of Change Date Completed

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Cadet's Training Record
Semester Name of Training Institute From To

1
2
3
4
5
6
Basic Training as required by Section A-VI/1 paragraph 2 of the STCW Code

As part of your pre-sea training you should have completed Basic Training or instruction as listed. Enter details of this training or instruction below.
Date Location Document No. (if any)

Personal Survival Techniques
Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting
Elementary First Aid
Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
Record of Other Training
Date Location Document No. (if any)

Proficiency in Survival Craft & Rescue Boats
Radar Observer Course
General Operator's Certificate (GMDSS)
Restricted Operator's Certificate (GMDSS)
Advanced Fire Fighting (AFF)
Medical First Aid (MFA)
Automatic Radar Plotting Aids (ARPA)
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Record of Sea Going Service
Dates Time spent on bridge Voyage Total - Seagoing

Ship IMO Number watchkeeping duties service
Signed on Signed off Months Days Months Days
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Ship Board Training Officer's Review of Training

This table should be completed monthly. Comments should only relate to the cadet's practical progress and competence
Ship Comments STO's Name (in block capitals) Initials Date

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Ship Board Training Officer's Review of Training (continued)

This table should be completed monthly. Comments should only relate to the cadet's practical progress and competence and
should not refer to character.
Ship Comments Name (in block capitals) Initials Date

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This table should be completed monthly. Comments should only relate to the cadet's practical progress and competence.

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This table should be completed monthly. Comments should only relate to the cadet's practical progress and competence.

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Master's Monthly / Quarterly Inspection of Record Book
Comments should only relate to the cadet's practical progress and competence.
Ship Comments Master Name in Master's Date Ship's Official

Block Capitals Initials Stamp
1
7
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Master's Monthly Quarterly Inspection of Record Book (continued)

8
10
11
12
13
14
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Master's Monthly / Quarterly Inspection of Record Book (continued)

15
16
17
18
19
20
21
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Master's Monthly / Quarterly Inspection of Record Book (continued)

22
23
24
25
26
27
28
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Company's Inspection of Record Book
Comments should relate only to the cadet's practical progress and competence.
Comments Name in Bock Capitals Initials Date

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Task Summary Chart
The purpose of the summary chart is to provide you, your company and your ships' masters and officers with a guide and continuous
check on the numbers of tasks or duties listed in Section 6 that you have completed and those that remain outstanding. Tick off only
those boxes which you have completed. You have been issued with 3 copies of the Task Summary Chart for each Semester.
In the charts below the tinted boxes simply indicate the start of a new group of tasks or duties.
Semester 3
(This sheet to be sent to DLP Institute after 3 months of sea service)
Course Code: BNA 031

Navigation
1. Plan & conduct a passage and 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5 1.1.6 1.1.7 1.1.8 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 1.2.4 1.2.5 1.2.6
determine position
1.3.1 1.3.2 1.3.3 1.3.4 1.3.5
2. Maintain a safe navigational watch and 2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.3 2.1.4 2.1.5 2.1.6 2.1.7 2.2.1 2.2.2 2.2.3 2.2.4 2.2.5 2.2.6 2.3.1
use of radar and ARPA to maintain safety
of navigation 2.3.2 2.3.3 2.3.4 2.3.5 2.4.1 2.4.2 2.4.3 2.4.4 2.4.5

Cargo Handling & Stowage
1. Plan & ensure safe loading, stowage, 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 1.2.4 1.3.1 1.3.2 1.3.3 1.3.4
securing, care during the voyage, &
unloading of cargoes
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2. Plan & ensure safe loading, stowage, 2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.3 2.1.4 2.1.5 2.2.1 2.2.2 2.2.3 2.3.1 2.3.2 2.3.3 2.3.4 2.3.5
securing, care during the voyage &

Personal Care & Safety Onboard
1. Respond to emergencies 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 1.3.1 1.3.2
Course Code: BNA 032(T)

Cargo Operations (Tankers)
1. Safe Ballasting / Deballasting 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5

Operations on a Tanker
Cadet's Record of Watchkeeping at Sea
Total No. of Watchkeeping duties kept: At Sea: At Anchor: During Arrival / Departure:
Cadet's Record of Port Watches
Total No. of Port Watches kept :
Cadet's Record of Steering
Total No. of Steering hours: By Compass by day: By Compass by Night:

By sight: Entering / Leaving Port:
Master's Signature : Date: STO's Signature: Date:

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Task Summary Chart
Semester 3

Navigation
determine position
1.3.1 1.3.2 1.3.3 1.3.4 1.3.5
of navigation 2.3.2 2.3.3 2.3.4 2.3.5 2.4.1 2.4.2 2.4.3 2.4.4 2.4.5

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Task Summary Chart
Semester 3
(This sheet to be kept by Cadet as his record copy)

Navigation
determine position
1.3.1 1.3.2 1.3.3 1.3.4 1.3.5
of navigation 2.3.2 2.3.3 2.3.4 2.3.5 2.4.1 2.4.2 2.4.3 2.4.4 2.4.5

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Semester 4

Navigation
1. Plan & conduct a passage 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 1.2.4 1.2.5 1.3.1 1.3.2 1.3.3
2. Bridge watchkeeping 2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.3 2.1.4 2.2.1 2.2.2 2.2.3 2.2.4 2.3.1 2.3.2 2.3.3 2.3.4 2.3.5

1. Monitoring the loading, stowage, 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 1.3.1 1.3.2 1.3.3
securing & unloading of cargoes & their
care during the voyage

Constrolling Ship's Operations & Care of
Person Onboard
1. Maintain safety & security of the ship's 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 1.2.4 1.3.1 1.3.2 1.3.3 1.3.4 1.3.5
crew & passengers & the operational
condition of life-saving, fire-fighting & 1.4.1 1.4.2 1.4.3 1.4.4 1.5.1 1.5.2 1.6.1 1.6.2
other safety systems
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1. Planning and Monitoring Loading, 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 1.2.4
Discharging & Tank Cleaning Operations


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Semester 4
(This sheet to be sent to DLP Institute after 12 months of sea service.)

Navigation


Controlling Ship's Operations & Care of
Person Onboard
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Cargo Operations (Tanker)


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Semester 4

Navigation


Controlling Ship's Operations & Care of
Person Onboard
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Semester 5

Navigation
1. Plan a voyage & conduct navigation 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 1.3.1 1.3.2 1.3.3 1.4.1 1.4.2
2. Maintain a safe navigational watch 2.1.1 2.1.2 2.2.1 2.2.2 2.2.3 2.3.1 2.3.2 2.3.3 2.3.4

Cargo Handling and Stowage
1. Monitor & control compliance with 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.3.1 1.3.2 1.3.3
legislative requirements & measures to
ensure safety of life at sea & the
protection of marine environment
2. Monitor the loading, stowage, securing 2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.3 2.1.4 2.2.1 2.2.2 2.3.1 2.3.2 2.3.3 2.3.4
& unloading of cargoes & their care
during the voyage

Controlling Ship's Operation and Care of
Persons Onboard
1. Maintain & test life saving & fire 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5 1.1.6 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 1.3.1 1.3.2 1.3.3 1.3.4
prevention appliances
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1. Maintain Safe & Operational Condition 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.3.1
of Emergency Shut Down System &
Pollution Prevention & Control Equipment


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Semester 5

Navigation

during the voyage

Persons Onboard
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Semester 5

Navigation

during the voyage

Persons Onboard
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SECTION 3
Mandatory Safety and Shipboard Familiarisation
Safety Familiarisation as required by Section A-VI/1 paragraph 1 of the STCW Code

Before being assigned to shipboard duties you must receive safety familiarisation to know what to do in an emergency. The
master or a responsible officer on each ship should sign and date below to signify that you have receivied training or instruction.
Ship's Name
Officer's Officer's Officer's Officer's Officer's
Task / Duty
Initial / Date Initial / Date Initial / Date Initial / Date Initial / Date
Be able to :
Communicate with other persons on board on elementary
safety matters
Understand safety information symbols, signs and alarm
signals
Know what to do if :
A person falls overboard
Fire or smoke is detected
The fire or abandon ship alarm is sounded
Be able to :
Identify emergency muster stations (emergency HQ),
embarkation stations and emergency escape routes
Locate and don life jackets
Raise the alarm and have a basic knowledge of the use of
portable fire extinguishers
Take immediate action upon encountering an accident or other
medical emergency before seeking further medical assistance
on board
Close and open the fire, weathertight and watertight doors
fitted in the particular ship, other than those for hull openings
Shipboard Familiarisation as required by Regulation I/14 of the STCW Convention

You will be given a period of time during which you will have an opportunity to become acquainted with the equipment you will be using, and
specific watchkeeping, safety, environmental and emergency procedures and arrangements required to perform your duties. The location
of safety and emergency equipment varies from ship to ship. To be sure that you are familiar with your duties and all ship arrangements,
installations, equipment procedures and ship characteristics that are relevant to your routine or emergency duties, you must complete the
following tasks or duties as soon as possible on joining your ship.
Ship's Name
Task / Duty
Watchkeeping procedures and arrangements :
Visit bridge, lookout post, forecastle, poopdeck, main deck and
other work areas
Get acquainted with steering controls, telephones, telegraphs
and other bridge equipment and displays.
Activate, under supervision, equipment to be used in routine
duties
Safety and emergency procedures :
Read and demonstrate an understanding of your Company's
Fire and Safety Regulations
Demonstrate recognition of the alarm signals for :
FIRE
EMERGENCY
ABANDON SHIP
Locate medical and first aid equipment
Locate fire fighting equipment : alarm activating points, alarm
bells, extinguishers, hydrants, fire axes, hoses and foam
monitors.
Locate : Rocket line throwing apparatus
Distress rockets, flares and other pyrotechnics
Breathing apparatus and firefighter's outfits, EPIRB,
SART, etc.
Locate and understand operation of emergency deck stop
mechanism for main engines including other emergency stop
valves
Shipboard Familiarisation as required by Regulation I/14 of the STCW Convention (continued)
Ship's Name
Task / Duty
Safety and emergency procedures (continued) :
Locate CO2 or halon bottle room, and control valves for
smothering apparatus in pump rooms, cargo tanks and holds
Locate and understand the operation of the emergency pump
Environmental protection :
Get acquainted with :
the procedure for handling garbage, rubbish and other wastes
the use of garbage compactor or other equipment as
appropriate
Ship's Name
Task / Duty Officer's Officer's Officer's Officer's Officer's
Security Procedures :
Familiarisation with the ISPS Code
Identify the restricted areas on your ship
Understand the level of security on your ship
Insert Boat and Fire Muster Stations and other details in the appropriate space, ask the master to sign in the space provided.
Ship's Name
Boat Muster Station
Fire Muster Station
Fire Safety Officer's Name
BLOCK CAPITALS
Safety Officer's Signature
Date
SECTION 4
Particulars of Ships
It is an essential feature of your cadet training that you obtain a thorough knowledge of the ships on which you serve. To assist you in
meeting this important requirement the following particulars are to be recorded during the time spent on each ship.
FIRST SHIP
Ship's Name IMO Number Call Sign
Dimensions and capacities Main engines output kW CO 2
Length OA m at revs per min. Fire hoses (No. & size)
Breadth m Type of steering gear SCBA (No. & make)
Depth (moulded) m Mooring ropes (Number / diameter) Fire Detection System
Summer draft m Synthetic fibre Cargo handling gear
Summer freeboard m Wires Derricks/cranes (No. & SWL)
Net tonnage tonnes Towing spring Winches (types)
Gross tonnage tonnes Anchors (Weight) Other cargo equipment
Deadweight tonnes Port tonnes
Light displacement tonnes Starboard tonnes
Fresh water allowance mm Spare tonnes Ballast tanks (No.)
Immersion at load draft TPC Stream tonnes Cargo tanks (No.)
Trimming moment at load draft MCTC Cable (diam.) mm Cargo pumps (No.) Type
Bale capacity m3 Lifesaving equipment Capacity
Grain capacity m3 Lifeboats (No.) Navigational & communcations equipment
3
Liquid capacity m Life-rafts (Make & No.) (Make & model)
3
Refrigerated capacity m Lifeboat dimensions m Log
Container capacity (TEU's) Capacity per boat (persons) Radar(s) ARPA
FW Capacity Capacity per life-raft (persons) SATCOM GPS
Davits (type) Magnetic compass Gyro
Daily FW consumption Size of falls (diam. & length.) Autopilot
Main engines Lifefbuoys (Nos.) VHF/RT
Engine (type) Firefighting equipment Echo sounder
Boilers (type and No.) Fire extinguishers (Number & capacity) MF / HF equipment
Bunker capacity m3 Types : Water NAVTEX AIS
Daily consumption tonnes Foam EPIRB (No.) SART
Service speed knots Dry Powder ECDIS VDR
SECOND SHIP
3
Grain capacity m Lifeboats (No.) Navigational & communcations equipment
Liquid capacity m3 Life-rafts (Make & No.) (Make & model)
3
THIRD SHIP
3
Bale capacity m Lifesaving equipment Capacity
3
3
FOURTH SHIP
3
3
FIFTH SHIP
3
3
SIXTH SHIP
3
3
3
Bunker capacity m Types : Water NAVTEX AIS
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SECTION 5
International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972
When Cadets are examined for Certificates of Competency they will be required to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the rules and their
application.
Parts A, B, C, D, and E
A thorough knowledge of the rules is required. When the Cadet can demonstrate that each rule has been committed to memory, the
appropriate box should be initialled and dated by an Officer.
Annex I
Only an outline knowledge is required, but the provisions of Section 9a should be fully understood.
Annexes II and III

A general knowledge of these annexes is required.
Annex IV
A full and comprehensive knowledge of distress signals is required.
Note : The blue shaded Rules / Annex needs thorough knowledge
PART A PART B
General Rules Steering and Sailing Rules
Section 1 Section 2 Section 3
Rule Initials Date Rule Initials Date Rule Initials Date Rule Initials Date
4 11 19
1
5 12
6 13
2
7 14
8 15
3
9 16
10 17
18
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PART C PART D PART E

Lights and Shapes Sound and Light Signals Exemptions
Rule Initials Date Rule Initials Date Rule Initials Date Rule Initials Date
20 26 32 38
21 27 33
22 28 34
23 29 35
24 30 36
25 31 37
ANNEX I ANNEX II
Lights and Shapes Additional Signals for
Technical Details fishing vessels
Section Initials Date Section Initials Date Section Initials Date
1 8 ALL
2 9a
ANNEX III
3 9b Sound Signal Appliance
Technical Details
4 10 Section Initials Date
5 11 ALL
ANNEX IV
6 12
Distress Signals
7 13 Section Initials Date
ALL
REV. NO. 00 52 April, 2005
SECTION 6 Maintain a safe navigational watch and use of end of the period of seagoing service the
radar and ARPA to maintain safety of Cadet should be recorded as being
navigation (page 56 & 65) “considered competent” in as many of
List of Training Tasks and these competences as possible.
Competences Achieved Bridge Watchkeeping (page 66) • The primary tasks are sub-divided into
training tasks or duties on the left hand
This section of your Record Book gives Function: Cargo Handling and Stowage side of the page. The Cadet should
details of the training tasks that you should complete as many of these training tasks
follow to make best use of your time at sea. Plan and ensure safe loading, stowage, as possible. However, in view of the likely
You will see that each page lists the tasks or securing, care during the voyage, and equipment, cargo or voyage pattern of the
duties you should undertake. Completion of unloading of cargoes (page 59, 68 & 76) ship, it is not expected that all these tasks
these will lead to meeting the competences. will be completed before the Cadet is
Monitor and control compliance with considered competent in the primary
A senior Officer should review your progress legislative requirements and measures to tasks. It should be noted that some of the
and indicate, with initials and date in the box ensure safety of life at sea and the protection skills and knowledge that underpin the
on the right hand side of the page, that your of marine environment (page 72) competences specified may well have
performance is considered to meet the been obtained during shore based
Criteria for Evaluation and that competence This Book includes an extra section for training.
has been demonstrated in that element. The Cadets (not mentioned in STCW Code Table • Before the Cadet is recorded “considered
Officer may offer advice on areas in which A-II/1) whose training at sea includes competent” for the competences specified
improvement is necessary. experience on tankers (if applicable): the Master or STO may record any
appropriate advice about areas for
The competences required by a Function: Controlling the Operation of the improvement. A large blank space for this
Watchkeeping officer as tabulated in the Ship and Care for Persons onboard purpose is provided beneath the criteria
STCW Code are as listed below: for evaluation.
Respond to emergencies (page 62) • As competence in these primary tasks is
Competences for officers in charge of a demonstrated, the appropriate boxes next
navigational watch on ships of 500 gross Maintain safety and security of the ship’s to the criteria for evaluation, on the far
tonnage or more (STCW Code Table A- crew and passengers and the operational right-hand side of the page, should be
II/1): condition of life saving, fire fighting and other signed and dated (day, month and year)
safety systems (page 70) by the Officer onboard the ship to attest
Function: Navigation that the cadet is “considered competent”.
How to complete the list of training tasks • A Cadet’s attainment of the competences
Plan and conduct a passage and determine and competences achieved: marked should only be recorded as
position (page 54, 64 & 73) “considered competent” when the master
• The competences specified in the table or designated training officer is indeed
are directly relevant to the competences satisfied that the cadet can perform the
required by the STCW Convention. By the duty without supervision or, where
REV. NO. 00 53 April, 2005
appropriate, that the cadet is able to

supervise others in the performance of
the duty.
• When recording a cadet as “considered
competent”, account should be taken of
the criteria for evaluation contained on the
right hand side of the page, as well as the
ordinary practises of seafarers and safe
working practises.
REV. NO. 00 54 April, 2005
Ref Training Evaluation Considered

No Competent
Course Code : BNA 031 Officer's
Course Title : Navigation Initials / Date
1 Competence : Plan and conduct a passage and determine
position
1.1 Prepare vessel for sea Criteria : Performance checks and
testing of navigation systems are
satisfactorily executed and comply with
manufacturer's recommendations and
good navigational practice
Task / Duty Teaching Aids Officer's Advice on Areas
Block Unit Initial / Date for Improvement
.1 Use of pre-departure checklist on the ship
.2 Check ship for stowaways - as per
checklist on the ship
.3 Take dock water density & calculate
dock water allowance
.4 Check Notice of sailing to crew & all crew
onboard
.5 Learn to read draft
.6 Test Internal Communication and alarm
system
.7 Read the draft and check freeboard,
calculate hog / sag
.8 Test Bridge controls as per checklist
prior departure
1.2 Departure Port Criteria : A proper record is maintained
of the movements and activities relating
to the navigation of the ship
.1 Assist the OOW in starting Gyro compass
& adjusting repeaters
.2 Synchronise Bridge & E/R clocks
REV. NO. 00 55 April, 2005
.3 Make entries in the Bridge Movement

Book & understand its importance
.4 Assist in carrying out Master's / Pilot's
orders
.5 Under the supervision of an officer rig
pilot ladders including pilot hoists (if fitted)
.6 Attend two departure stations in the
Engine Room
1.3 Determine Position by Terrestrial Observations Criteria : Errors in magnetic and gyro
compasses are determined and correctly
applied to courses and bearings.
The information obtained from
navigational charts and publications is
relevant, interpreted correctly and
properly applied. All potential navigational
hazards are accurately identified.
.1 Practice use of Azimuth Mirror, calculate
errors in magnetic and gyro compasses
and apply to courses and bearings.
Demonstrate ability to record errors in
Compass Error Book
.2 Recognises conspicuous objects and
other terrestrial aids to navigation in
daylight and at night
.3 Interprets correctly information obtained
from navigational charts and publications
.4 Identifies potential navigational hazards
like wrecks, shallow depths, obstructions,
reefs, etc.
.5 Practise taking compass bearings &
visual fixes
REV. NO. 00 56 April, 2005

No Competent
Officer's
Initials / Date
2 Competency : Maintain a safe navigational watch and use of
radar and ARPA to maintain safety of navigation
2.1 Navigational Aids Criteria : The charts selected are the
largest scale suitable for the area of
navigation and charts & publications are
corrected in accordance with the latest
information available through NMs
.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the
chart folio system and make a correct
selection of charts required for a passage
by using chart catalogue
.2 Demonstrate understanding of contents
and use of Notices to Mariners
.3 Understand procedure and assist in
correction of navigation charts and
publications
.4 Estimate and make allowances for leeway
and tidal currents
.5 Practise tide calculations for Standard
Port
REV. NO. 00 57 April, 2005
2.2 Lookout duties & steering Criteria : The conduct, handover and
relief of the watch conforms with accepted
principles and procedures.
A proper look-out is maintained at all
times and in such a way as to conform to
accepted principles and procedures.
Safe operating limits of ship propulsion,
steering and power systems are not
exceeded in normal manoeuvres.
.1 Demonstrate and observe principles of
safe keeping of a navigational watch
.2 Performs lookout duties, maintain an
efficient lookout and report objects in
degrees and points on the bow
.3 Demonstrates correct procedures for
taking over / handing over a bridge watch
.4 Familiarises with the controls for
changing over helm from auto to manual
& vice versa including auto pilot alarm
2.3 Use Bridge Equipment Criteria : Measurements and
observations of weather conditions are
accurate, correctly interpreted and
applied appropriate to the passage.
.1 Read Barometer and derive corrected
barometric pressure
.2 Read Hygrometer and calculate dew
point
.3 Obtain sea & air termperature
.4 Estimate wind force, direction, & state of
sea
.5 Identify main cloud types
REV. NO. 00 58 April, 2005
2.4 Arrival Port Criteria : Lights, shapes and sound

signals conform with the requirements
contained in the International Regulations
for preventing collision at sea and are
correctly used and recognised.
Plant, auxiliary machinery and equipment
is operated in accordance with technical
specifications and within safe operating
limits at all times.
.1 Display / sound correct lights, flags,
shapes and sound signals
.2 Understand the flag etiquette
.3 Understudy the Officer when arriving port
.4 Understand the procedure for giving
Notice to Engine room and the reason
why it is required
.5 Attend two Arrival stations in the Engine
room
REV. NO. 00 59 April, 2005

No Competent
Course Title : Cargo Handling & Stowage Initials / Date
1 Competence : Plan and ensure safe loading, stowage,
securing, care during the voyage, and unloading of cargoes
1.1 Prepare vessel for loading Criteria : Cargo operations are planned
and executed in accordance with
established procedures and legislative
requirements.
.1 Assist in general preparation of holds
including the laying of dunnage for cargo
.2 Clean bilges, wells and strum boxes
.3 Test bilge suctions.
1.2 Hold Safety and Rigging Criteria : Procedures for monitoring and
maintenance comply with requirements.
.1 Use a check list for entry into an
enclosed space
.2 Assist with the rigging of heavy lift
derricks / derricks / cranes / ramps
where applicable
.3 Identify the marking of containers
.4 Inspect holds for safety, with special
regard to ladders, guard wires &
stanchions, permanent dunnage, lighting
and accesses
REV. NO. 00 60 April, 2005
1.3 Cargo Gear Maintenance Criteria : Safe working practices are

observed and expected standards of
work carried out at all times.
.1 With due regard to safely, start, operate
and assist with routine maintenance of
winches, derricks, cranes, ramps, etc.
.2 Assist in topping, lowering and securing
of derricks / cranes
.3 Assist in the inspection and maintenance
of all lifting gear standing & running
rigging
.4 Overhaul blocks and shackles (have
knowledge of markings to be found on
them)
2 Competence : Plan and ensure safe loading, stowage,
securing, care during the voyage and unloading of cargoes.
2.1 Supervise Loading Criteria : Cargo operations are planned
and executed in accordance with
established procedures
.1 Take ullages and temperatures, where
applicable, of liquid cargo
.2 Identify different type of containers
.3 Learn correct methods of stowing and
lashing containers
.4 Take and record hold air temperatures
.5 Assist with rigging cargo light clusters
and portable lights
REV. NO. 00 61 April, 2005
2.2 Supervise Discharging Criteria : Cargo operations are carried

out in accordance with the cargo plan or
other documents.
.1 Assist with battening down and securing
hatches and / or cargo tank lids
.2 Assist in inspection of holds for completion
of cargo discharge prior to sailing
.3 Assist in supervision of loading and
discharging of cargo
2.3 Emergency Response in Port Criteria : The type and scale of the
emergency is promptly identified.
.1 Participate in an emergency response
exercise in port for fire
.2 Participate in an emergency response
exercise in port for pollution incident
.3 Demonstrate the procedure for alerting
port emergency services
.4 Demonstrate the ability to communicate
instructions to a multi-lingual crew
.5 Demonstrate safe handling of moorings,
with particular reference to synthetic
fibre ropes and self-tensioning winches
REV. NO. 00 62 April, 2005

No Competent
Course Title : Personal care and safety onboard Initials / Date
1 Competence : Respond to emergencies
1.1 Life Saving Appliances Criteria : The distress or emergency
signal is immediately recognised.
Contingency plans and instructions are
implemented and complied with.
.1 Identify markings on lifeboats, rescue
boats and liferafts
.2 Locate and learn the operation of radio
devices including Navtex, EPIRBS and
SARTs
.3 Locate & understand operation of
Pyrotechnic distress signals and
precautions for their disposal
.4 Assist with preparation and swinging out
of lifeboats and be aware of precautions
to be taken
.5 Demonstrate an understanding of
statutory safety equipment, rations and
fresh water required in lifeboats and life
rafts & their correct use
REV. NO. 00 63 April, 2005
1.2 Fire Prevention Criteria : The type and scale of the

problem is promptly identified and initial
actions conform with the emergency
procedures and contingency plans for the
ship.
.1 Understand use and assist in the
maintenance of portable foam extinguisher
portable CO2 extinguisher, portable dry
powder extinguisher, portable water
extinguisher
.2 Understand use and maintenance of fire
hoses, nozzles and couplings
.3 Perform fire patrol duties
.4 Locate and demonstrate donning and use
of BA sets and BA record / control board
1.3 Legislation Criteria : Procedures for monitoring
shipboard operation and ensuring
compliance with SOLAS, MARPOL and
other mandatory regulations
.1 Locate copies of certificates issued under
SOLAS, MARPOL, Load Line and
STCW Conventions, and other regulations
REV. NO. 00 64 April, 2005

No Competent
1 Competence : Plan and conduct a passage
1.1 Charts & chart corrections Criteria : Equipment used to obtain a fix
by celestial observation is within accepted
accuracy level. The accuracy of the
resulting fix is properly assessed.
.1 Use a sextant & demonstrate how to
obtain and apply index error
.2 Practice Horizontal & Vertical Sextant
Angles
.3 Demonstrate proper use of chronometer
for takings sights, take time signal and
record daily rate in Chronometer Log
1.2 Mooring and Anchoring Criteria : The crew are alloted duties and
of expected standards of work and
behaviour in a manner appropriate to the
individual concerned
.1 Assist in preparing Mooring : Ropes, wires
stoppers, telephones / talk back, lights,
signals, fenders, boatropes, heaving lines.
.2 Understand procedures for mooring and
unmooring operations and assist the
bridge team during stations
.3 Accompany & assist an officer on mooring
operations and securing tugs forward &
aft
REV. NO. 00 65 April, 2005
.4 Understand precautions to take when

starting / operating windlass, winches
and capstans
.5 Assisting and understanding procedures
and precautions when letting go,
weighing anchor
.6 Under supervision start / operate windlass
and winches
.7 Assist an officer in anchoring operation
.8 Assist an officer on forward stations
while heaving up anchor
.9 Participate in anchor securing exercise
for a long voyage
1.3 Radar & ARPA Criteria : Information obtained from
radar and ARPA is correctly interpreted
and analysed, taking into account the
limitations of the equipment and prevailing
circumstances and conditions.
.1 Practice setup and maintain true motion
and relative motion displays
.2 Practice plotting of Radar Targets on
paper and on Radar / ARPA and
determine CPA and TCPA
.3 Practice fixes by Radar and cross check
by visual targets
.4 Practice Radar Switch on & set up
procedure
.5 Practice Radar Plotting & fixes by Radar
.6 Practice Parallel Indexing
.7 Demonstrate understanding of a Radar
REV. NO. 00 66 April, 2005
2 Competence : Bridge Watchkeeping

2.1 Arrival Port Criteria : Method of pilot boarding is
appropriate and is in accordance with
IMO recommendations.
.1 Monitor the pilot's safety when embarking
and disembarking
.2 Monitor navigational instruments and
record their performance and other
relevant details
.3 Check and compare Compasses
regularly for errors and apply them
correctly
.4 Record all movements and activities
related to the navigation of the ship
2.2 Communications Criteria : Radio communications are
established and correct communication
procedures are followed at all stages
.1 Show proficiency in transmitting /
receiving morse signals by light and use
the equipment available for the same
.2 Use the International Code of Signals to
interpret messages by flags & pendants
.3 Communicate with other ships and
coast stations using the SMCP (IMO's
Standard Marine Communication Phrases)
ensuring that communications are clear
and understood in both written & oral form
.4 Observe weather conditions, use
shipboard meteorological instruments,
and assist the OOW in filling up the log
REV. NO. 00 67 April, 2005
2.3 Electronic Navigation Aids Criteria : Positions,courses, distances

and time calculations are correct within
accepted accuracy standards for
navigational equipment.
.1 Read and understand the contents of the
manufacturer's manual of GPS.
Plot the positions derived from them and
understand the precautions to be
exercised when accepting them
.2 Understand operation of echo sounder &
procedure to change the recording paper
and use the information to navigate safely
.3 Understanding setting up of GPS, apply
corrections if necessary and use it to
derive positions for safe navigation
.4 Familiarise and understand the operation
of the AIS and its use as a navaid
.5 Enable the areas in your navtex receiver
for relevant information as per your current
voyage under the guidance of the 2nd
Officer
.6 Demonstrate an ability to receive Weather
fascimile and be able to understand its
contents.
REV. NO. 00 68 April, 2005

No Competent
Course Title : Cargo Handling & Stowage Initials / Date
1 Competence : Monitoring the loading, stowage, securing and
unloading of cargoes and their care during the voyage
1.1 Prepare vessel for loading Criteria : Procedures for monitoring
operations and maintenance comply with
legislative requirements
.1 Demonstrate an understanding of the safe
handling of hatch covers
.2 Calculate the capacity of spaces available
for cargo
.3 Overhaul & test the non-return valve on
the bilge line of a hold
.4 Assist with the inspection of cargo hooks,
chains, swivels, etc.
1.2 Supervise Loading Criteria : Stowage and securing of
cargoes ensures that stabiity and stress
condition remain within safe limits at all
times during the voyage
.1 Assist with segregation of cargo
.2 Assist in checking lashings on deck
containers
.3 Assist in checking the lashings on break
bulk cargo stowed on open flats
REV. NO. 00 69 April, 2005
1.3 Ship Operations Criteria : Expected standards of work

and safe working practices are observed
and appropriate safety and protective
is correctly used at all times
Emergency procedures are in
accordance with the established plans for
emergenncy situattion.
.1 Weighing and securing anchors for sea
main and emergency operation of the
steering gear and various alarms
associated with them
.3 Under the supervisiion of an officer rig
MOT gangway and accomodation ladders
REV. NO. 00 70 April, 2005

No Competent
Course Title : Controlling Ship's Operations and Care of Initials / Date
person onboard
1 Competence : Maintain safety and security of the ship's crew
and passengers and the operational condition of life-saving,
fire-fighting and other safety systems
1.1 Use of Life Saving Appliances Criteria : Actions in respond to abandon
ship and survival situations are
appropriate to the prevailing
circumstances and conditions and
comply with accepted safety practices
and standards
.1 Assist with starting and operation of
lifeboat engine
.2 Assist with lowering a lifeboat to clear the
ship and ride to a sea anchor
procedures for launching and inflating
liferafts
.4 Assist in checking lifesaving equipment
prior to Safety Equipment Survey
.5 Understand precautions and procedure
for preparing a lifeboat for launching
.6 Understand the precautions and
procedure to use line throwing apparatus
REV. NO. 00 71 April, 2005
1.2 Fire Prevention Criteria : Composition and organsisation

of fire control parties ensure the prompt
and effective implementation of
emergency plans and procedures
.1 Be part of action team / squad during an
emergency exercise.
.2 Prepare a fire muster list
1.3 Safety Appliances Criteria : Emergency procedures are
in accordance with the established plans
for emergency situations.
The distress or emergency signal is
immediately recognised.
.1 Demonstrate the use and location of all
engine room safety appliances and
escape routes
.2 Demonstrates use of safety harness and
line
.3 Use mechanical resuscitation apparatus
if carried
.4 Participate in a search and rescue drill
from an enclosed space
.5 Explain the precautions and procedure
operating distress rockets, flares and
other pyrotechnics
1.4 Treatment of Shock Criteria : Identification of probable cause,
nature and extent of injuries or conditions
is prompt and treatment minimises
immediate threat to life.
.1 Demonstrate / explain how to handle a
casualty in shock
.2 Demonstrate / explain procedures for
dealing with heat stroke
.3 State procedure for dealing with a casualty
of electric shock
.4 State procedures for avoiding hypothermia
REV. NO. 00 72 April, 2005
1.5 Medical First Aid Criteria : Identification of probable cause,

nature and extent of injuries or conditions
is prompt and treatment minimises
immediate threat to life.
.1 Participate in an emergency First Aid
drill at sea
.2 Demonstrate the basic understanding of
the first aid principles of stopping bleeding,
treatment of suffocation / drowning,
placing casualty in the recovery position
1.6 Knowledge of MARPOL Criteria : Procedures for monitoring ship
board operations and ensuring
compliance with MARPOL requirements
are fully observed.
.1 Show understanding of MARPOL
regulations when pumping out Engine
Room Bilges, Pumproom Bilges of a
Tanker / Dry Cargo vessel
.2 Show understanding of MARPOL Annex V
regulations when disposing garbage at
sea
.3 Show understanding of MARPOL Annex
IV for the prevention of pollution by sewage
from ships
.4 Show understanding of MARPOL Annex
VI for the prevention of air pollution from
ships.
REV. NO. 00 73 April, 2005

No Competent
1 Competence : Plan a voyage and conduct navigation
1.1 Navigational Publications Criteria : The equipment, charts and
nautical publications required for the
voyage are enumerated and appropriate
to the safe conduct of the voyage.
.1 Demonstrate understanding of contents
and use of :
Tide Tables
Tidal Stream
Current Atlases
Pilot Books
Radio Navigational Warnings
.2 Assist deck officer in preparing
navigational passages and in voyage
planning
1.2 Navigational Aids Criteria : A proper record is maintained
of the movements and activities
relating to the navigation of the shiip.
.1 Set up course recorder (where fitted)
.2 Set up off course alarm (where fitted)
.3 Understand operation of echo sounder
and procedure to change the recording
paper
REV. NO. 00 74 April, 2005
1.3 Celestial Navigation Criteria : The method and frequency of

checks for errors of magnetic and gyro
compasses ensures accuracy of
information.
.1 Practice tidal calculations of secondary
ports
.2 Practice taking azimuths and amplitudes
of heavenly bodies as appropriate and
calculate errors of the compass
.3 Identify star constellations and stars of
first magnitude and learn to use star
chart
.4 Practice calculating Noon to Noon distance
average speed, course made good, set
and drift, ETA
2 Competence : Maintain a Safe Navigational Watch
2.1 Safe Watchkeeping Procedures Criteria : Watchkeeping arrangements
and procedures are established and
maintained in compliance with
International regulations and guidelines so
as to ensure the safety of navigation.
principles of safe watchkeeping as
detailed in the ICS Bridge Procedures
Guide
REV. NO. 00 75 April, 2005
2.2 Communications Criteria : Radio communications are

established and correct procedures are
followed at all times.
.1 Operate all GMDSS equipment on test
.2 Understand the duties and responsibilities
of the designated radio operator in times
of distress
.3 Use hand held transceivers (walkie talkies)
.4 Spend one week keeping engine room
watches with each of the engineering
watchkeeping officers, i.e. two days on
each of the three watches
2.3 Manoeuvring Criteria : While underway, a full
assessment is made of possible effects
of shallow or restricted waters, ice, banks,
tidal conditions, passing ships and own
ship's bow and stern wave so that the
ship can be safely manoeuvred under
various conditions of loading and weather
.1 Locate and understand the mandatory
manoeuvring information onboard
.2 Understand squat, shallow water effects
and take necessary precautions for a
safe navigation
.3 Under supervision, practise manoeuvring
the vessel
.4 Participate in a man overboard exercise
REV. NO. 00 76 April, 2005

No Competent
Course Title : Cargo Handling and Stowage Initials / Date
1 Competency : Monitor and control compliance with legislative
requirements and measures to ensure safety of life at sea and
the protection of marine environment.
1.1 Prepare vessel for loading Criteria : Procedures for monitoring
legislative requirements.
Potential non-compliance is promptly and
fully identified.
Planned renewal and extention of
certificates ensures continued validity of
surveyed items and equipment.
.1 Understand and participate in tank
cleaning operations
.2 Assist in checking the safety of walkways,
ladders, handrails, container stools and
other container fittings
.3 Inspect and understand procedures for
cleaning fresh water tanks
.4 Demonstrate an understanding of the test
certificates and other documents
involved with cargo gear
REV. NO. 00 77 April, 2005
1.2 IMDG Code Criteria : The handling of dangerous,

hazardous and harmful cargoes complies
with International regulations and
recognised standards and codes of safe
practice.
.1 Check that dangerous goods are being
stowed in accordance with the IMDG Code
.2 Demonstrate how to identify a product
and handling procedures from the IMDG
Code
1.3 Supervise / Monitor loading Criteria : Stability and stress conditions
are maintained within safe limits at all
times
.1 Inspect cargo gear during operations
.2 Under supervision maintain the vessel in
upright condition during loading and
discharging
.3 Calculate cargo loaded, stability and
loading stresses using stress diagrams,
stress indicators or computers where
applicable
2 Competence : Monitior the loading, stowage, securing and
unloading of cargoes and their care during the voyage.
2.1 Securing Cargo and Ventilation Criteria : Stowage and securing of
cargoes ensures that stability and stress
conditions remain within safe limits at all
times during the voyage.
.1 Assist in securing cargo stowed below
deck
.2 Assist in securing cargo stowed on deck
.3 Understand the principle and methods to
control cargo, ventilation and temperature
.4 Understand trimming of ventilator
REV. NO. 00 78 April, 2005
2.2 Cargo Care Criteria : Cargo operations are carried

out in accordance with the cargo plan or
other documents and established safety
rules / regulations, equipment operating
instructions and shipboard stowage
limitations.
.1 Check connection of refrigerated
containers to ship's support systems and
make a record of daily readings
.2 Conduct an inspection of cargo spaces on
completion of discharge and report
defects or damages
2.3 Ship Operations Criteria : The selection of the mode of
steering is the most suitable for the
prevailing weather, sea and traffic
conditions and intended manoeuvres.
.1 Change over the steering control to the
emergency steering position and steer
from this position
.2 Observe any steering or other system
limitations during normal manoeuvres
.3 Prepare an anchor and let go
REV. NO. 00 79 April, 2005

No Competent
Course Code : BNA 053
Course Title : Controlling Ship's Operation and care of Officer's
persons onboard Initials / Date
1 Competence : Maintain and test life saving and fire prevention
appliances.
1.1 Maintenance of Life Saving Appliances Criteria : Life saving appliances are
maintained and kept in readiness as per
regulations
.1 Assist with the maintenance of Lifeboats
and rescue boats
.2 Assist with the maintenance of lifeboat
equipment and provisions
.3 Assist with the maintenaance of launching
davits and gear
.4 Assist with the maintenance of buoyant
apparatus, eg. Lifebuoys, lifejackets
and attachments
.5 Assist with the routine maintenance of a
lifeboat engine
.6 Assist with inspection and overhaul of
davit, winch brake drums and wires under
supervision
REV. NO. 00 80 April, 2005
1.2 Testing of Fire Prevention Equipment Criteria : Fire prevention equipment is

maintained and kept in readiness as per
regulations
.1 Carry out a full inspection of fire fighting
equipment and report to the chief officer
.2 Assist with the testing of the following
systems, where fitted :
fire detection system
fixed foam smothering systems
fire alarms, fixed automatic sprinklers
fixed CO2 / Halon systems
fire flaps and dampers
automatic and manual fire doors
quick closing valves
emergency shut off for main engine and
other machinery
.3 Describe the operation and safety
precautions required to operate the fixed
fire extinguishing system
1.3 Load Line Survey Criteria : Procedures for monitoring
legislative requirements.
Potential non-compliance is promptly and
fully identified
Planned renewal and extension of
certificates ensures continued validity of
surveyed items and equipment.
.1 Participate in shipboard inspection prior
to survey for Load Line Certificate
.2 Under supervision inspect closing
appliances
.3 Inspect air vents for cargo, machinery
spaces & accommodation
.4 Inspect draft & Loadline Marks
REV. NO. 00 81 April, 2005

No Competent
Course Code : BNA 032(T) Officer's
Course Title : Cargo Operations (Tankers) Initials / Date
1 Competence : Safe Ballasting / Deballasting Operations on a
Tanker
1.1 Ballasting and Deballasting Criteria : Balllasting and deballasting
operations are planned and executed in
accordance with established procedures,
guidelines and safe tanker practices.
.1 Complete a Safety Check List prior to
loading
.2 Understand procedures, precautions and
records to be maintained during ballasting
and deballasting operations
records to be maintained during purging
records to be maintained during inerting
.5 Demonstrate knowledge of checks to be
carried out in pumproom and cargo control
prior / during / after cargo operations
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1 Competence : Planning and Monitoring Loading,
1.1 Prepare vessel for loading Criteria : Basic knowledge of tanker work,
tanker operations and use of inert gas
plant with respect to loading and
discharging
.1 Demonstrate a knowledge of cargo piping
system, controls in the cargo control room,
cargo pump operations, lay out of deck /
tank / pumproom valves
.2 Assist with setting of lines and starting
cargo pumps, stripping pumps and
associated systems
.3 Assist in operation of inert gas plant
.4 Assist in discharging operations
.5 Understand precautions and procedures
when tank cleaning, gas freeing and
making entry in cargo tanks.
1.2 Maintenance Criteria : Have basic knowledge of tank
washing, crude oil washing (COW) and
use of various equipment.
.1 Understand the working and assist in
overhaul of tank washing machines,
portable gas freeing fans, ullage gauges,
PV valves, pump strainers, valves and
valve glands, air motors
.2 Assist with maintenance and testing of
Inert Gas plant, ODMCS
.3 Familiarise yourself with closed circuit loading arrangements
loading arrangements
.4 Familiarise yourself with pipelines & valves
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1 Competence : Maintain Safe & Operational Condition of
Emergency Shut Down System & Pollution Prevention &
Control Equipment
1.1 Prepare vessel for loading Criteria : Procedure for monitoring
tanker operations and be aware of
emergencies and contingencies to
avoid pollution and ensure compliance
with MARPOL and other mandatory
regulations.
.1 Assist in testing of documented
emergency shut-down procedures
.2 Test emergency shut-down of cargo
pumps
.3 Take inventory of pollution control
equipment at designated location(s) and
assess condition
.4 Test portable winches, portable pumps
and eductors
.5 Understudy a deck officer in - positioning
of pollution control equipment in
accordance with company and terminal
regulations
1.2 Publications Criteria : Information obtained from
publications is relevant, interpreted
correctly and properly applied. All
potential hazards are accurately identified.
.1 Read and understand the ICS Safety in

Oil Tankers booklet
.2 Read and understand the International
Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and
Terminals book
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1.3 Maintenance Criteria : Measurements and

observations of different tanker
operations are correctly monitored
with appropriate equipment and a proper
records and certificates maintained as
required by regulations.
.1 Assist with the operation, calibration of the
following equipment as applicable
Oily water separator and
monitoring system
Thermometers, hydrometers
Portable tank washing
machines
Fixed tank washing machines
Programmable washing units
Gas freeing fans
Ullage gauges (fixed and
portable)
Oxygen analyzer
Explosimeter
Instrument for monitoring toxic
gases
Keep a record of tank cleaning
operations.
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Steering Certificate
It is important that you learn to steer the ship at sea and understand how to execute helm orders correctly. You should take turns at the wheel
by day, by night and when entering and leaving port. Ensure that you keep a proper record of your steering experience by asking the officer in
charge to complete the steering record on page 88. When you have completed the turns at the wheel for at least the periods shown on page 88,
ask the Master to signb the Cadet's Steering Certificate.

No Competent
Officer's
Initials / Date
Competence : Steering the Ship Criteria : Efficiently steers in narrow and
coastal waters and under pilotage. All
orders are acknowledged and complied
with in a seamanlike manner. Execute
changeover to manual steering and vice-
versa unaided.
.1 Execute helm orders correctly
.2 Demonstrate procedure for handing over
the wheel
.3 Understand the operation of the main
steering system and auto helm
.4 Steer by magnetic compass
.5 Steer by gyro compass
.6 Take turns at the wheel in steering the ship
for periods totalling at least 10 hours,
excluding periods of instruction
.7 Take the wheel :
entering / leaving port
in canal / river transits
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Cadet's Steering Record
Steering Voyage Steered Signature of Officer
From To Date Duration Remarks in charge of watch
From To
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By Compass By
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From To
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Enrollment No. : _________________________
Surname : ______________________________ Other Names: ________________________________________
Passport / CDC No. : ______________________Signature of Cadet : ___________________________________
THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE ABOVE NAMED CADET HAS BEEN UNDER TRAINING ON
Ship’s Name : _________________________from______________________to ___________________________
During this period the Cadet took turns at the steering wheel. From the records and during training on this ship it is
confirmed that the Cadet has taken turns at the wheel in steering the ship (apart from periods of instruction)
for the duration as detailed below :
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has been found to be a proficient hand for steering the
(b) Steering by compass by night_____________hrs ship.
(c) Steering by sight _______________________hrs Master __________________Date___________
(d) Steering while entering and leaving port_____hrs Ship’s Official Stamp
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Ship’s Name : _________________________from ______________________to ____________________________
During the above period of his training Cadet, ______________________has kept _____________ watches and has assisted in
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Number of Watches kept on Bridge
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During the above period of his training Cadet, ______________________has been assisting in Bridge Watchkeeping duties in
accordance with STCW 95 regulation II / I.
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SECTION 7
Practical Shipboard Tasks
Each semester's tasks have to be completed during that semester. Five / Six to be submitted at the end of the first quarter (i.e. 3 months) and
balance at the end of the next quarter. These tasks are to be completed in duplicate in the journal supplied. Please retain the original copy onboard
and forward the carbon copy duly attested by the STO and the Master to the DLP Institute.
Semester 3
1 Draw a block diagram showing the layout of the bridge with its 10 Explain the initialisation procedure starting the GPS equipment
various navigational equipment. on your vessel.
2 Draw a plan view of the various decks and show all the LSA and 11 Draw the plan and side view of a cargo hold (say #2), giving the following
FFA equipment with their proper IMO symbols. dimensions :
a) Length and breadth of hatch square
3 List the types of fibre ropes used onboard your vessel, their lay, b) Total length and average breadth of hold
diameter, breaking stress and location of their use. c) Breadth of deck beside the hatch forward end / aft end.
d) Length of tanktop from hatch square of fore / aft
4 Draw a plan view of the deck and show the various sounding bulkhead of the hold.
pipes with their colour code. e) Breadth of tanktop from hatch square to port /
starboard shipside.
6 Describe preparations on deck for : f) Height from tanktop to underside of deck beam of
a) Arrival port tween deck.
b) Departure port g) Height from tween deck to underside of deck beam
c) Securing for sea of hatchway coaming forward / aft.
h) Height from tween deck to underside of deck beam
7 Mention step by step the procedure for abandoning a ship. of hatchway coaming amidship of hatch
i) Height from tween deck to underside of deck beam of
8 Draw a layout of the mooring on forecastle and poop deck aft. hatch cover.
State the precautions to be used while handling the moorings. j) Height of the hatch cover (when raised in open
condition) from the main deck.
9 Describe what is : k) Area of the tween deck and area of the lower hold.
a) Stowage factor l) Load density of the lower hold, tween deck, hatch
b) Load density cover, main deck and cross decks beside the hatch.
List the stowage factors of 5 common cargoes carried m) Bilge well dimension.
by your vessel.
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Semester 4
1 Draw up a table showing various classes of fire and which type 7 During a typical watch at sea during coasting, write down :
of extinguisher would be most effective. Also show which type of a) The procedure of taking over the watch.
extinguisher should not be used. b) Describe your duties during the watch.
Draw up another table showing different areas of your vessel 8 Draw a block diagram of a butterfly valve.
(other than cargo holds) and the best mode of extinguishing a
fire occurring in these places. 9 Describe the preparation of cargo holds / tanks for receiving cargo.
2 Make a table of the various spaces on board listing the ventilators 10 Describe the factors to be taken into account while preparing a Cargo
that must be shut in case of fire, eg. Foc'sle store, holds, bow Plan on your ship.
thruster room, masthouses, duct keel, battery room, emergency
generator room, steering flat, Engine room, accommodation
spaces, radio room, galley, etc.
3 Make a table of the various areas of your vessel, with the type of
paint coating used (including primer, number of coats, type
of surface preparation most suited) as per the Ship Paint Scheme
provided by the paint manufacturer.
4 Draw a Bilge and Ballast piping plan of your ship showing the
pumps, educator, changeover / crossover valves, tank valves,
non-return valves, expansion coupling, etc.
5 Describe sequentially procedure for correction of :

a) Charts
b) List of lights
c) ALRS
d) Sailing Directions
6 The correct procedure of switching on and setting up a Radar /

ARPA. How will you test its performance?
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Semester 5
1 List out all the publications on board your vessel and briefly 7 Tabulate readings taken by draft guages and visual draft readings taken
mention what they pertain to. at varying drafts at various ports and state the probable reason.
2 Make a comprehensive list of all the Life Saving Appliances 8 Draw up a trimming table at intervals of 50cms mean draft for adding of
fitted onboard, in the format given below: 100t weight in each hold, ballast and fuel tank of your ship.
Equipment Quantity Usage Maintenance Expiry 9 Prepare a plan for a particular passage undertaken by your ship.
Name onboard Procedure Period
10 List the contents of the ship's Lashing Plan and discuss how it is to be used.
Illustrate your understanding with suitable diagrams.
11 List most common jobs that are undertaken during a drydock.
3 Make a comprehensive list of all the Fire Fighting Appliances

fitted on board, in the format given below:
Equipment Quantity Usage Maintenance Expiry

Name onboard Procedure Period
4 Make a block diagram of the Steering system on your ship, and

show the procedure for change over and operation of the
Emergency Steering System.
5 Draw the fixed fire detection and extinguishing system onboard

your ship and explain its working.
6 Keep E.R. watch at sea and during arrival / departure ports and
give an account of the duties performed by a duty engineer during
these watches.
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ADDITIONAL SHIPBOARD TASKS FOR :
OIL TANKERS
1 Draw a schematic diagram of the Inert Gas System on board 6 Describe in detail the specifications of various cargo and
your vessel showing the location of its components and their ballast pumps / eductors you have on board your vessel. What
functions. are cargo pump (QH) curves and what information is available
from them.
2 Assist Chief Officer in drawing up one loading and one
discharging plan of the vessel and make a report of the same. 7 Draw your vessel's ballast piping arrangements,
Use the vessel's loadicator to calculate the various parameters. including the pipelines in the pump room and label the same.
3 Draw a ;lan showing the cargo pipelines on deck and label them. 8 Describe the ODMCS equipment. Draw and label associated
pipelines in engine room / pump room and deck.
4 Cargo Loading Procedure - make the following process sheets.
a) Deballasting
b) Purging
c) Inerting
d) Loading, including topping up
5 Cargo Discharging Procedure - make the following process

sheets :
a) Ballasting
b) COW
c) Inerting
d) Stripping
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CHEMICAL TANKERS GAS TANKERS
1 Give the details of the cargo heating system on your vessel with 1 Identify the following and describe them as they apply to your
diagrams and blanking arrangements. vessel :
a) Void spaces
2 What physical data of liquid chemicals are given in the ICS Cargo b) Tank cover and the method of its closure
Data Sheets placed on board your vessel? c) Span gases
d) Intrinsically safe equipment
3 Find the following information and record it : e) Insulating flange
a) Uses of vegetable and animal oils and fats
b) Details provided on ICS data sheet on two animal and 2 Explain how the cargoes are identified according to their hazards.
vegetable oils each
c) Inhibitor certificate and the information given therein. 3 Describe the general lay out of a cargo vapour condenser on
board your vessel and the process through which gas is liquified
4 How corrosion problems are dealt with in chemical carriers with and pumped back into the tank.
respect to tanks and the vessel's structure?
4 Describe why it is necessary to heat or liquify the gas cargoes. Is
5 How would you identify the class of chemicals carried and how do such heating and Reliquification necessary when the vessel is
their carriage conditions differ? at sea and if so under what circumstances? Why are knock out
drums fitted inline?
6 What are the basic precautions that personnel should take when
any chemical cargo is to be carried? 5 Write short notes on the type of gauging system on board your
vessel.
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CONTAINER SHIP BULK CARRIERS
1 State the procedure of carrying out of the operational checks and 1 Write the procedure for carrying out a close up inspection for
recording the Temperature log for Reefer Containers. cracks in cargo holds, tanks and other ships structure (to
accompany chief officer during inspections).
2 Explain Anti heeling system, its purpose and how it functions?
2 State the factors to be taken into account in preparation of
3 How are containers identified, list out various markings on a loading or discharging sequences.
container.
3 What publications for bulk carrier are necessary to be carried on
4 How do you plan stowage of Containers on your vessel and board.
what are the factors affecting the Stowage Plan? Explain in a Write briefly the contents of these books.
Bay Plan the location of the following containers:
a) Slot 160482 4 Identify the cargoes that your vessel loaded on the last two
b) Slot 240306 voyages and indicate their properties and the hazards associated
c) Slot 040202 with them.
5 What are the most common types of container damage? 5 Describe the procedure that needs to be followed before
commencement of loading of bulk cargoes at a terminal.
6 Explain the securing arrangements for Containers loaded on deck?
6 Write a detailed account of the preparation of the compartment
7 What personal safety precautions are required to be taken while that was required for loading one particular cargo on your vessel.
engaging in 'lashing containers'?
8 Why ventilation is needed for carriage of some of the cargoes 7 Check from the appropriate plan the permissible load density
and how is it monitored? What checks need to be carried before of various tank tops. How would you determine the height of
the cargo is accepted for carriage? cargo to be loaded in that hold? What other factors do you need
to take into account?
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FOREST PRODUCT CARRIER
1 Draw a block diagram of de humidifier. Explain the principle on

which it works?
2 Explain how a Gantry crane is :

a) Stowed and secured for sea passage
b) Prepared for port operation
c) Safety features
d) Emergency operation
e) Total number of wires, types of wires and their usage
3 Explain with sketches / photos various cargo gear used for

handling forest products eg. Vaccum clamps, etc.
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SECTION 8
4. Write the make and model of at least three components of the
Reinforcement of Theory Topics GMDSS Station on board your vessel.
Reinforcement of theory topics and related practical tasks are to be Assist your communication officer in testing of the GMDSS
completed by the cadet in Semesters 3, 4, & 5. Ten tasks, five from the equipment. Note down the battery voltages on and off load.
Navigation section and five from the New Developments section should
be completed each quarter (i.e. 3 months) in duplicate in the journal 5. Describe the safety equipment placed in your GMDSS battery
supplied. Please retain the original copy onboard and forward the room.
carbon copy duly attested by the STO and the Master to the DLP
Institute. 6. Record Keeping
Refer to your Deck Logbook and list out all the entries made in
Navigation: the normal 4-hour period that you were assisting the duty officer
while coasting
1. Electronic Aids to Navigation 7. List all the entries made in the Deck Log Book during cargo
Read the GPS equipment manual on board your vessel and operations while in port during the 6-hour period when you were
explain the following: assisting the duty officer.
a) The make and model of the GPS
b) Any 2 Special Features (e.g. Marking MOB, Events etc) 8. Traffic Separation Schemes & VTS
c) Using the ‘Anchor Watch’ facility (including a neat List the reporting requirements at any one point of the VTS that
diagram) your vessel.
2. Echo Sounder 9. Sight Calculation
Understand the operation of the Echo Sounder (refer to the On any given day take a morning sun’s altitude and calculate the
Manual) and give the following details: observed longitude and PL at the time of observation. Plot the
a) The make and model of the echo sounder PL through the Observed longitude and DR latitude. Also,
b) Setting up, zero correction calculate the approximate ship’s time of the sun’s meridian
c) ranges available passage.
d) allowing for draft Take the sun’s altitude when on your meridian and calculate the
e) How to set depth alarms Observed Latitude at the time of MP.
“Run” the morning sun sight PL to the meridian passage PL and
3. Autopilot obtain a position at MP. Allow for the run between MP time and
Practice the operation of the Autopilot on board and indicate Noon time to obtain the position and Noon. Compare the position
details of the following: so obtained with that of your GPS and report findings.
a) The make and model of the autopilot Show detailed relevant plots/sketches and step wise calculations
b) How to switch between the various steering modes with explanations if any at each and every stage.
c) How to set and test the off course alarm
d) How to set and test the “Auto Pilot” audio visual alarm
Difference between operating in open sea and confined modes.
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10. Great Circle Sailing a) The Fixed Fire Fighting installation for Cargo holds and
Plot a transoceanic Rhumb line track on a Mercator chart deck area.
between the same ports used above. Calculate the distance on b) Emergency Fire pump.
the Rhumb line track and compare with that on the GC track. c) The Fixed Fire Fighting installation for Pump room
Tabulate your results in an organized manner and note down d) Portable Fire Extinguishers with make and model.
your observations. Semi Portable Fire Extinguishers with make and model.
11. Manoeuvring Characteristics 17. Observe the operation of the emergency generator and list out
From your vessel’s manoeuvring characteristics, explain what the steps taken to bring it ‘on load’ manually.
are advance, transfer and tactical diameter. Write down the
values for ballast and loaded passage. 18. Pollution
With the help of manoeuvring characteristics, find out the What are your duties during a pollution incident? Will you use Oil
distance the vessel would cover to return to the same heading if Spill Dispersant if readily available in your SOPEP store?
the helm is put hard over to starboard at full speed.
19. Locate and list the equipment as required by your vessels
12. What is the freeboard of your vessel in loaded and ballast SOPEP / VRP to minimize the pollution damage to the
condition? In what condition will wind affect your vessel the environment.
most?
20. Abandon Ship
13. Tugs and Towing List out the LSA provided in the survival crafts to protect the
Sketch and explain all the components of your vessel’s forward survivors from the effect of cold temperatures. How is this
emergency towing appliance. How and under what conditions equipment maintained?
should it be deployed?
21. Man Overboard
14. Sketch and explain all the components of your vessels aft What is your duty during a Man Overboard drill? Explain with a
emergency towing appliance. How and under what conditions sketch how a Williamson’s turn is carried out. Are there any other
should it be deployed? types of turns besides the one in discussion?
15. Fire
22. Observe the liferaft on board your vessel at either the forward or
a) Refer to your vessels Muster list and out line details of
aft extremity. Is it different from the liferafts near the lifeboats?
the various parties nominated to fight a fire in the Engine
What are the differences?
room.
b) What type of fixed fire fighting system do you have in the 23. How many volumes does the International Aeronautical and
Engine Room? How is it operated? Maritime Search and Rescue (IAMSAR) Manual have?
Which volume mentions various search patterns available? What
16. Refer to the plans/ manuals and instructions posted near various are these search patterns? Draw a neat sketch of each one of
equipments and give all details with adequately labelled them.
sketches of the equipment
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24. Weather reporting system b) If your vessel carries a securing manual indicate its
Under what circumstances must your vessel positively make contents
reports with respect to prevailing weather? c) If you vessel carries 20 lub oil drum on the poop deck,
Make one weather report on board and record the same what securing arrangements would you take. Show it with
explaining the various codes used. a sketch
Explain the precautions to be taken while taking observations
from:
a) Barometer
b) Hygrometer/ Whirling Psychrometer / Wet-Dry
Thermometers
c) Anemometer.
25. Check when the Barometer on board your vessel was last
calibrated and by whom. Why do we need Stevenson’s Screens
on both bridge wings?
26. Engine Room Watch Keeping

Keep an engine room watch while the vessel is being made
ready for departure. Indicate the actions that the EOW takes and
the reasons for doing the same. List the various equipments that
he operates at the time and the purpose of his actions.
27. Masters Standing Orders

The time is 0245 hours. Your vessel is proceeding through an
area of restricted visibility. You are on watch assisting the duty
officer. You hear a fog signal forward of your beam. Suddenly,
the duty officer collapses unconscious. State your actions, as
expected by the Master’s standing orders. Justify each action
based on your judgement of the situation.
28. Compare the GPS position with a position obtained by using

range and bearing from the radar. In your opinion, why is there a
difference in the two positions?
29. Securing and Lashing procedures of cargo

a) What natural forces are taken into account when securing
cargoes?
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New Developments: 15. Find out the type of anti-fouling paint applied on your shipside.
Explain the paint system used and name the authority that has
1. List all security measures undertaken during your vessel’s transit in certified the paint to be TBT-free.
pirate-infested waters.
16. What do you think would be a better option, a fresh coat of anti-
2. Find out the names of your Ship Security Officer, Company fouling paint or a sealer coat followed by anti-fouling paint? Give
Security Officer, and Recognised Security Organisation. reasons for your answer.
3. Fill in completely a sample DoS from your vessel and submit it 17. List the last five ports where your vessel carried out deballasting
along with your workbook. operations. Were there any restrictions in these ports with respect
to ballast water operations?
4. Explain the various security levels.
18. Who is the Ballast Water Management Officer on board your
5. You have been informed that there is a bomb on board your
vessel? Have you assisted him in any way for the said operation &
vessel. Enumerate the actions that you will take.
how?
6. Comment about any one port facility which you have visited where
19. How is hydro blasting different from high-pressure fresh water
you felt security measures were lacking or not fully implemented.
washing?
7. Find out your Ship’s Identification Number and find out all the
20. Which method of Ballast Water Management is approved on board
locations where is indicated and also how it is indicated there.
your vessel? How much time does the said method take?
8. Locate the AIS in your wheelhouse. Mention its make, type, and
21. Draw a plan view of your vessel showing points from which ballast
explain its operation.
water samples could be drawn on board your vessel. Indicate all
9. Write in brief in your own words how equipments like AIS and the ballast tanks on the plan.
proposed LRIT could possibly be misused by vested interests.
22. Visit the Engine Room on board your vessel. Find out from the duty
10. What would you do if you lost your CDC / SID? What could the engineer if you have machinery on board that contributes towards
implications be? fuel conservation. If not, brainstorm and mention at least three
11. Locate the VDR on board your vessel. Explain its working. ways by which fuel could be conserved on your ship.
12. Find out all the Ozone Depleting Substances (ODS) you have on 23. Where are the bunker tanks located on your vessel? Indicate by
board your vessel. List them out by location, type and function. means of a profile view of a vessel.
13. Locate the incinerator on your vessel. Find out its make, type and 24. Do you have any materials on board your vessel that may be
capacity. Verify by means of a photocopy of the certificate if it has difficult to recycle or are known toxicological hazards? List out five
IMO Type Approval or not. such materials.
14. Where exactly is anti-fouling paint applied on your vessel? When 25. List out at least five areas on your ship where you believe
do you think it will release the most toxins, underway or at anchor? intumescent paints would be beneficial.
Give reasons for your answers. 26. State the make, type and pressure rating of the high pressure fresh
water washing equipment on board your vessel.
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27. Do you have abrasive blasting equipment on board your vessel? If

yes, mention the make, type and capacity. If no, mention the tools
you use for surface preparation.
28. What equipment is used on board your vessel for painting? Is there
a need for specialized equipment? Give reasons for your answer
29. How is hydro blasting different from high-pressure fresh water
washing?

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INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL

Sixth and final semester is conducted at an

18 Credits are awarded on successful

The Program is to be divided into three stages:

Stage Semester Duration Stage of Cadet’s Award of Qualification

INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL DIRECTORATE GENERAL OF

Advanced Diploma in Nautical On Board Training Record of

Page SECTION 1 Page SECTION 6

For the attention of Masters,

monthly. Comments should be recorded

Roles and Responsibilities

Company Training Designated Shipboard DLP Administering

Passport No. CDC No.

Indos No. Date of Birth

Onboard Training Date Started Date Completed

Change of Sponsoring Company (If applicable)

Date of Change Date Completed

Cadet's Training Record

Semester Name of Training Institute From To

Basic Training as required by Section A-VI/1 paragraph 2 of the STCW Code

Date Location Document No. (if any)

Record of Other Training

Date Location Document No. (if any)

Record of Sea Going Service

Dates Time spent on bridge Voyage Total - Seagoing

Ship Board Training Officer's Review of Training

Ship Comments STO's Name (in block capitals) Initials Date

Ship Board Training Officer's Review of Training (continued)

Ship Comments Name (in block capitals) Initials Date

Ship Board Training Officer's Review of Training (continued)

Ship Comments Name (in block capitals) Initials Date

Ship Board Training Officer's Review of Training (continued)

Ship Comments Name (in block capitals) Initials Date

Master's Monthly / Quarterly Inspection of Record Book

Ship Comments Master Name in Master's Date Ship's Official

Master's Monthly Quarterly Inspection of Record Book (continued)

Ship Comments Master Name in Master's Date Ship's Official

Master's Monthly / Quarterly Inspection of Record Book (continued)

Ship Comments Master Name in Master's Date Ship's Official

Master's Monthly / Quarterly Inspection of Record Book (continued)

Ship Comments Master Name in Master's Date Ship's Official

Company's Inspection of Record Book

Comments Name in Bock Capitals Initials Date

Task Summary Chart

Course Code: BNA 031

Course Code: BNA 032

Course Code: BNA 033

Course Code: BNA 032(T)

1. Safe Ballasting / Deballasting 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5

Cadet's Record of Watchkeeping at Sea

Cadet's Record of Port Watches

Total No. of Port Watches kept :

Cadet's Record of Steering

Total No. of Steering hours: By Compass by day: By Compass by Night:

Master's Signature : Date: STO's Signature: Date:

Task Summary Chart

Course Code: BNA 031

Course Code: BNA 032

Course Code: BNA 033

Course Code: BNA 032(T)

1. Safe Ballasting / Deballasting 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5

Cadet's Record of Watchkeeping at Sea

Cadet's Record of Port Watches