Edited 2020 Oic NW Scenario 1 C1 C2 & C9

REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
MARITIME INDUSTRY AUTHORITY
Officers In Charge of a Navigational Watch on Ships

Assessor’s/Candidates’
of 500 gross tonnage or more Scenario 1
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STCW Code Table A – II/1
Assessment Title Navigating Outbound Singapore Main Strait Eastern Bank
Function Navigation at the Operational Level
C1: Plan, conduct a passage, and determine position.

Competences C2: Maintain a safe navigational watch.
C9 : Maneuver the ship.
Knowledge, C1: Plan, conduct a passage, and determine position.
Understanding
C1.2
and Proficiency
Terrestrial and coastal navigation
Ability to determine the ship’s position by use of:
.1 landmarks
.2 aids to navigation, including lighthouses, beacons and buoys
.3 dead reckoning, taking into account winds, tides, currents and estimated
speed
C1.3
Thorough knowledge of and ability to use nautical charts, and publications,
such as sailing directions, tide tables, notices to mariners, radio
navigational warnings and ships’ routeing information
C1.4
Electronic systems of position fixing and navigation
Date of Origin: Rev. No. Developed by: Approved by: Page No.
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.1 ability to determine the ship’s position by use of electronic navigational

aids
C1.5
Echo Sounders
.1 ability to operate the equipment and apply the information correctly
C1.6
Compass – magnetic and gyro
.1 Knowledge of the principles of magnetic and gyro compasses
.2 Ability to determine errors
C1.7
Steering Control System
.1 Knowledge of steering control systems, operational procedures and
change-over from manual to automatic control and vice versa. Adjustment
of controls for optimum performance
C2: Maintain a safe navigational watch.

C2.1
Watchkeeping
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.1 Thorough knowledge of the content, application and intent of the

International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972 as
amended
.2 Thorough knowledge of the principles to be observed in keeping a
navigational watch
.3 The use of routeing in accordance with the General Provisions on Ships'
Routeing
.4 The use of information from navigational equipment for maintaining a
safe navigational watch
.5 Knowledge of blind pilotage techniques
.6 The use of reporting in accordance with the General Principles for Ship
Reporting Systems and with VTS procedures
C2.2
Bridge Resource Management
Knowledge of bridge resource management principles, including:
.1 allocation, assignment and prioritization of resources
.2 effective communication
.3 assertiveness and leadership
.4 obtaining and maintaining situational awareness
.5 consideration of team experience
C9: Maneuver the ship.

Ship Maneuvering and Handling
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.1 Knowledge of the effects of deadweight, draught, trim, speed and under-

keel clearance on turning circles and stopping distances
.2 Knowledge of the effects of wind and current on ship handling
.4 Knowledge of squat, shallow-water and similar effects
.5 Knowledge of the procedures for anchoring and mooring
C1.2 At the end of the assessment, the candidate will be able to determine
and plot the bearings of two charted objects.
C1.3. At the end of the assessment, the candidate will be able to identify
the charts needed for the voyage.
C1.4 At the end of the assessment, the candidate will be able to determine
Assessment ship's position using GPS, RADAR/ARPA
Outcome C1.5 At the end of the assessment, the candidate will be able to turn on,
tests, and operates the echo sounder
C1.6 At the end of the assessment, the candidate must be able to
determine variation, deviation, magnetic compass error and gyro compass
error
C1.7 At the end of the assessment, the candidate must be able to conducts
the pre-departure tests of the vessel’s steering gear.
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C2.1.1 At the end of the assessment, the candidate must be able to

observe the principles and procedures in maintaining a safe navigational
watch
C2.1.2 At the end of the assessment, the candidate properly relieves the
watch in accordance with STCW Code Section A-VIII/2, Part 3, Paragraphs
21 and 22
C2.1.3 At the end of the assessment, the candidate must be able to collect
information to plan a safe and environmentally sound voyage plan, taking
into account paragraph 2 of the annex to IMO Assembly Resolution A893
(21)
C2.1.4 At the end of the assessment, the candidate must be able to use
the information from navigational equipment for maintaining a safe
navigational watch
C2.1.5 At the end of the assessment the candidate must be able to
recognize and takes appropriate action to navigate the vessel
C2.1.6 At the end of the assessment the candidate must be able to
establish and maintain communications with VTS
C2.2.1 At the end of the assessment the candidates must be able to
manage available bridge resources
C9.1 At the end of the assessment the candidate must have the knowledge
of the effects of deadweight, draught, trim, speed and under-keel clearance
on turning circles and stopping distances
C9.2 At the end of the assessment the candidate must have the knowledge
of the effects of wind and current on ship handling
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C9.4 At the end of the assessment the candidate will have a knowledge on
squat, shallow-water and similar effects
C9.5 At the end of the assessment the candidate will have a knowledge on
the procedures for anchoring and mooring
Vessel is underway Singapore TSS Outbound in the Eastern Bank area. OIC
Scenario must conduct navigation as per voyage plan and follow Master’s Standing
Description Order.
Type of Vessel: Bulk

Displacement: 39024
LOA: 215.4 Meters; Beam: 31.8 meters
Max Speed: 17.00 kts
Ships Particulars
Condition: Ballast
Propeller rotation: Right handed
Bow thruster: Nil Astern: Thruster: Nil
Type of bow: Bulbous
Initial Conditions
Area: Singapore Main Strait Eastern Bank
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Initial Position: 01-11.249’N / 103-51.520’E

Initial Heading: 063°T
Speed: 12.0 knots
Steering Mode: Manual Mode
Time: 0800H; Daylight
Engine RPM 40% / 103 rpm
Current 0.7 knots at 130° T
Wave 0.6 meters
Wind 15 knots at 310° T
Tide -1.0 m
Weather Gentle breeze (Force 3)
(Beaufort Scale)
Precipitation Nil
Ground Type Mud
Visibility 7 nautical miles with expected poor
visibility along the way of less than 1
nautical miles
Passage Plan:
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Waypoints Latitude Longitude Course Distance

Initial Position 01-11.203’N 103-51.434’E
Waypoint 1 01-13.830’N 103-56.571’E 062°T 5.6NM
Final Position 01-15.096’N 103-55.759’E 328°T 1.5.NM
Master’s standing When vessel is abeam of Batu

order Berhanti light, increase RPM
to full sea ahead
Before:
1. Get from the Board of Examiner (BOE) the set of scenario to be loaded
in the simulator;
Assessor’s Action
2. Proceed to assessment simulation room;
3. Load the scenario file; and
4. Check if the instructor’s station is connected to all candidates’ stations.
During:
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1. Instruct candidates to log in their names (Station

no/Surname/First Name /Middle Name).
2. Verify each candidate’s name in the registration form while you
are in assessor station.
3. Check if candidates are in their respective assigned stations.
4. Remind candidates of the duration of assessment scenario.
5. Start assessment scenario (Log at “remarks” START TIME).
6. Remind the candidates of the remaining time at least 10 minutes
before the scenario ends.
7. Pause assessment scenario (Log at “remarks” STOP TIME).
8. Instruct candidates to proceed to the debriefing room.
9. Save each candidate’s assessment results.
10. Save each candidate’s assessment recording.
11. Print each candidate’s assessment results.
After:
1. Debrief the candidates (refer to debriefing notes).
Assessment The Assessor must:
Briefing
1. state the purpose of briefing;
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2. distribute copies of the scenario and scoring instruments to the

candidates; and
3. explain the performance criteria, performance standards, and the grading
system.
Total number of minutes: 85 minutes
Briefing :15 minutes
Duration
Scenario Execution : 60 minutes
Debriefing : 10 minutes
Assessment Area Navigational Bridge
Equipment Ship Bridge Simulator

Needed
Note: Simulator Familiarization
1. Set up radar tuning and range before running the scenario.
2. Plot vessel position regularly.
3. Maintain position within the traffic lane while monitoring safe distance
from other vessels.
4. Follow general direction of the traffic flow.
Candidate’s
Actions 5. Monitor navigational equipment.
6. Abide with the Rules of the Road.
7. Avoid close quarter situation.
8. Adjust speed as required.
9. Perform assigned duties accordingly.
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Penalty/Reward system
Scores or points will vary accordingly based on the specified weight in each
performance criterion within the duration of the scenario.
The trainee is rated “FAILED” when any of the following is committed:
1. grounding
2. collision
3. unsafe action by the candidate during the assessment ( departure from
Practical the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972)
Assessment
4. unable to complete assessment within the specified time
Scheme
GRADE: 70% and above = Passed
1. A candidate who fails in a specific scenario shall be required to take

a remedial assessment after one (1) month, but not to exceed one
(1) year from the date of the initial practical assessment.
2. A candidate who fails the remedial assessment shall be allowed to

take a removal assessment after one (1) month, but not to exceed
one (1) year from the date of the remedial assessment.
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Performance Criteria Performance Standards Grading System
C1
Appropriateness and reliability of Use the` terrestrial or coastal
the method used in fixing ship’s landmark in fixing ship's position
position at regular intervals. on the following:
1. Determine the bearings
of two charted objects
Appropriateness of the primary
and plot them;
method of fixing the ship’s position
2. Position is within±0.10 Penalty SEA System /
to the prevailing circumstances and
nm; Rubrics
conditions
3. Crossing angles of
bearing is not less than
30° nor more than 160°
between bearings; band
4. Use of the largest scale
charts suitable for the
waters being transited.
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Suitability and correctness of the

largest scale charts selected for the
area of navigation and publications Satisfies the following:
in accordance with the latest
a. Correctly identifies and
information available
records the names and numbers
of the charts;
Penalty SEA System /
Correctness and relevance of the
Rubrics
information obtained from nautical
b. Selects the charts with the
charts and publications and
largest scales appropriate for the
accurateness in identifying potential
area being transited; and
navigational hazards
Application of acceptable 1. Initialize the system; and

instruments/system error to 2. Determine the accuracy of the
determine ship’s position within the position using the following: Penalty SEA System /
limit a. GPS Rubrics
b. RADAR/ARPA,
c. ECDIS
Compliance of the performance Ensures the following:

checks to navigation systems with Penalty SEA System /
1. Turns the system on;
manufacturer’s recommendations Rubrics
2. Tests the echo sounder in
and good navigational practice accordance with
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manufacturer’s
recommendations;
3. Notes the correct UTC on the
echo sounder;
4. Ensures that the scale
selected is the lowest
appropriate for the vessel’s
draft and the depth of water
of the area of transit; and
Adjusts the sensitivity to
obtain proper depth reading
on the display
Determination of error in magnetic Describe variation and deviation
and gyro compasses are correctly on the following:
applied to courses and bearings
Determines errors of the

magnetic and gyro compasses
using terrestrial such as: Penalty SEA System /
Rubrics
1. Compares the magnetic

compass heading to the
corrected gyro heading
(corrected for a known gyro
error);
2. Determines the magnetic
compass error to within ± 1.0°
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3. Compares the magnetic

compass heading to the
charted range bearing;
4. Determines variation from the
chart;
5. Determines the magnetic
compass deviation to with-in ±
1.0°
6. Correctly records it in the
compass record book and the
ship’s log.
Suitability of the selected steering Ensures the following:

mode for the prevailing weather,
sea, traffic conditions and intended a. Turns on the steering
b. con-trol system;
maneuvers
c. Aligns the steering gyro-
repeater with the master gyro
compass;
d. Tests the controls for switching
pumps and mo-tors between Penalty SEA System /
the port and starboard steering Rubrics
sys-tems after the required
warm-up period
Tests the steering systems as
follows:
1) When the control is switched to
hand steering, the rudder is
tested throughout its full range
of motion: and
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2) When the control is switched to

non fol-low-up, the rudder is
tested throughout its full range
of motion;
3) Switching over of steering
mode from auto/manual vice
ver-sa;
4) Set both steering mo-tor in
operation;
5) Set the weather control in
accordance with the
manufacturer’s rec-
ommendations for the
prevailing sea condi-tions for
the area transited or simulated;
and
6) Set the rate of turn control (if
fitted) in ac-cordance with the
standing orders.
C2
Conformance and recognition of Conform the following:
correct lights, shapes, and sound
1. Correctly identifies the situation
signals to the requirements or position of 4 to 5 vessels Penalty SEA System /
contained in the COLREG 1972 that have different required Rubrics
shapes and sounds; and
2. Switching on the navigational
lights and automatic fog signals
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Conformance of the conduct, Observes the principles and

handover and relief of the watch to procedures in keeping a
the accepted principles and navigational watch such as:
procedures
1. Read the standing orders and
night orders
2. Note the position of the next
charted waypoint
3. Determine and compare the
vessel’s position, course, and
speed.
4. Verify the identities of critical Penalty SEA System /
aids to navigation in sight. Rubrics
5. Determine tides and current
as necessary.
6. Check and properly tune the
radar and/or ARPA.
7. Check any targets displayed
on the radar or ARPA.
8. Check the heading by
magnetic compass. (Compare
gyro magnetic compass)
9. Determine navigational
hazards likely to be
encountered during the watch.
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10. Determine possible effect of

list, trim, water density and,
squat on under-keel clearance
11. Identify vessels through
observation of their required
shapes
12. Identify vessels by hearing
their required sound signals
13. Determines if risk of collision
exists with approaching
meeting, crossing, and
overtaking vessels
Development of voyage plan in Ensure that the following are
accordance with the General taken into account when
Provisions on Ships' Routeing creating a voyage plan:
1. Up to date charts of proper

scale and the latest notices to
mariners Penalty SEA System
2. Up to date sailing directions
3. Up to date tide and current
tables
4. Weather information
5. Weather routing services
6. Port information
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Application of the International Applies the International

Regulations for Preventing Regulations for Preventing
Collisions at Sea, 1972 regarding Collisions at Sea, 1972 and
frequency and extent of monitoring maneuvers the vessel to avoid
of traffic, the ship and environment collision, if required such as:
to accepted principles and
procedures
1. Determine the aspect of the
approaching vessel. Penalty SEA System /
2. Identify the situation as a
crossing situation. Rubrics
3. Take positive action with
ample time in accordance with
the Steering and Sailing Rules
to achieve a CPA of at least 1
.0 nm.
4. Make speed or course
changes that are large enough
to be readily apparent to
another vessel observing
visually or by radar
Clarity on the responsibility for the Recognizes the restricted
safety of navigation is defined at all visibility and takes appropriate
times including periods when the action to navigate in restricted
master is on the bridge and while visibility in accordance with Penalty SEA System /
under pilotage STCW Code Section A-VIII/2, Rubrics
Part 3, Paragraph 45 such as:
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1. Determines the restricted

visibility;
2. Notifies Master of restricted
visibility;
3. Switches to hand steering;
4. Posts a proper lookout and
turns the running lights on;
5. Adjusts the vessel’s speed in
accordance with Rule 6;
6. Sounds the required sound
signals;
7. Sets the radar and/or ARPA
on the appropriate scale to
scan at long range for other
vessels;
8. Plots all approaching targets
on the radar or ARPA, if fit-ted;
and
9. Uses radar or ARPA, if fitted,
to obtain early warning of risk
of collision and to determine
the speed and direction of
relative motion.
Keep navigational watch as per

IMO Table of Watch Keeping
Arrangement and the notation
on the chart where the presence
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of the Master and/ or pilot is

required.
Maintenance of the proper records a) Keeps the records such as:
of the movements and activities Establishes communication
relating to the navigation of the ship with a VTS;
b) Provides the initial information
exchange as required by the
VTS;
c) Updates information during Penalty SEA System
transit as required by the VTS;
d) Closes communications with
the VTS as the vessel departs
the VTS jurisdiction
Allocation and assignment of tasks Notifies the Master immediately

to other members of bridge team on the following situation:
1. Vessel encounters or expects

to encounter restricted
visibility; Penalty SEA System
2. There is cause for concern

because of vessel traffic
density or the movements of
other ships;
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3. Vessel will transit restricted

waters with vessel traffic; or
4. Fatigued to the point that

decision making is affected.
The candidate assigns the

bridge team duties, considering
their background, experience
and abilities to the following
tasks:
1. Conning;
2. Look out;
3. Collision avoidance;
4. Navigation;
5. Communication; and
6. Administration
C9
Determination of the effects of Determines how changes in the
deadweight, draught, trim, speed following will affect the ship’s Penalty SEA System
and under-keel clearance on maneuvering characteristics:
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turning circles and stopping

distances 1. deadweight
2. draught
3. trim
4. speed
5. under-keel clearance on
turning circles
6. stopping distances
(to develop scenarios for deep
water and shallow water, two for
each (depth zones can be
used);
Proper adjustment is made to the Perform the following:

ships course and speed
1. Execute at turn to port or
starboard by more than 45°
from the original heading by
applying a minimum of 5
degrees and a maximum of
15 degrees of rudder Penalty SEA System
2. Ease off rudder as the ship
approaches the new course;
and
3. Maintain on the new course
without overshooting the
course by more than 5
degrees.
4. Adjust speed as necessary
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Immediate initiation of an Perform Williamson Turn or

appropriate man over board Anderson Turn (as appropriate in
procedure the following sequence):
1. Order full rudder to the side of

the Man overboard;
2. Sound Man over board signal if
other vessels are in sight;
a) Simulate releasing the MOB

buoy;
b) Mark the ship’s position on
ARPA/GPS /ECDIS; Penalty SEA System
c) Simulate a “Mayday” call on
VHF notifying any vessels
in vicinity of the Man
overboard;
d) Complete the recovery turn;
e) State that the rescue boat
would be prepared for
launching; and
f) Reduce the speed and stop
the vessel when on the
reciprocal course, and
within 0.1 nm of the MOB to
begin the recovery/search.
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Proper adjustment is made to the Perform ship’s maneuver by

ships course and speed considering the effects of the
following:
a) deadweight;
b) draft;
c) trim;
Penalty SEA System
d) speed;
e) under-keel clearance on
turning circle and stopping
distance;
f) wind and current; and
g) squat and shallow water
Conformance to the proper Perform proper procedures for

procedure on anchoring and anchoring and mooring
mooring considering the following:
A. Planning
Penalty SEA System
Determine the:
1. depth of water;
2. type of bottom;
3. wind and current;
4. bottom obstructions;
5. room to swing;
6. place to anchor;
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7. courses and maneuver to

the anchor site; and
8. desired final heading;
B. Approach
Ensure that the ship does
not pass to windward or
up current of any
anchored vessel or
hazard to navigation.
C. Placement
1. slow approach is made to
anchor site;
2. ship’s position is checked
by natural landmarks and
aids forming ranges ahead
and abeam;
3. vessel is stopped when in
position on the approximate
desired final heading; and
4. anchor is correctly dropped
for the depth of water
D. Laying out:
1. The ship is backed slowly;
and
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2. A length of chain 5 to 7
times the water depth is paid
out slowly.
E. Fetching up:
1. The ship is allowed to fetch
up on the chain; and
The ship rides on a final heading

that is within 40° of the desired
final heading
The Assessor must:

1. state the purpose of debriefing;
2. distribute results to candidates;
Assessment 3. explain the performance criteria and performance standards attained
Debriefing or satisfied;
4. ask if any candidates have objection or appeals on the results; and
5. require the candidate to acknowledge receipt of the assessment
results.
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_________________________
Signature of Assessor
GSMTACI
Candidate’s confirmation
______________________________
Signature over printed name
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REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES

MARITIME INDUSTRY AUTHORITY

Officers In Charge of a Navigational Watch on Ships

Assessment Title Navigating Outbound Singapore Main Strait Eastern Bank

Function Navigation at the Operational Level

C1: Plan, conduct a passage, and determine position.

MARITIME INDUSTRY AUTHORITY

Officers In Charge of a Navigational Watch on Ships

.1 ability to determine the ship’s position by use of electronic navigational

C2: Maintain a safe navigational watch.

MARITIME INDUSTRY AUTHORITY

Officers In Charge of a Navigational Watch on Ships

.1 Thorough knowledge of the content, application and intent of the

C9: Maneuver the ship.

MARITIME INDUSTRY AUTHORITY

Officers In Charge of a Navigational Watch on Ships

.1 Knowledge of the effects of deadweight, draught, trim, speed and under-

MARITIME INDUSTRY AUTHORITY

Officers In Charge of a Navigational Watch on Ships

C2.1.1 At the end of the assessment, the candidate must be able to

MARITIME INDUSTRY AUTHORITY

Officers In Charge of a Navigational Watch on Ships

Type of Vessel: Bulk

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Initial Position: 01-11.249’N / 103-51.520’E

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Officers In Charge of a Navigational Watch on Ships

Waypoints Latitude Longitude Course Distance

Master’s standing When vessel is abeam of Batu

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1. Instruct candidates to log in their names (Station

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2. distribute copies of the scenario and scoring instruments to the

Equipment Ship Bridge Simulator

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GRADE: 70% and above = Passed

1. A candidate who fails in a specific scenario shall be required to take

2. A candidate who fails the remedial assessment shall be allowed to

MARITIME INDUSTRY AUTHORITY

Officers In Charge of a Navigational Watch on Ships

Performance Criteria Performance Standards Grading System

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Suitability and correctness of the

Application of acceptable 1. Initialize the system; and

Compliance of the performance Ensures the following:

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Determines errors of the

1. Compares the magnetic

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3. Compares the magnetic

Suitability of the selected steering Ensures the following:

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2) When the control is switched to

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