HTW 7-WP.4 - Arrangements For The Validation of Model Courses by HTW 9 (Secretariat)

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SUB-COMMITTEE ON HUMAN ELEMENT, HTW 7/WP.4

TRAINING AND WATCHKEEPING 5 January 2021
7th session Original: ENGLISH
Agenda item 3
DISCLAIMER
As at its date of issue, this document, in whole or in part, is subject to consideration by the IMO organ
to which it has been submitted. Accordingly, its contents are subject to approval and amendment
of a substantive and drafting nature, which may be agreed after that date.
VALIDATED MODEL TRAINING COURSES
Arrangements for the validation of model courses by HTW 9
Note by the Secretariat
Background
1 Following the postponement of HTW 7 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the work of
this session has been rearranged as provided in the revised provisional agenda for the meeting
and its annotations (HTW 7/1/Rev.3 and HTW 7/1/1/Rev.1).
2 Taking into account the limited time available at this session, the Sub-Committee has
been invited to postpone consideration of agenda item 3 and its respective documents to
HTW 8, except for the planning of work for HTW 9.
Model courses to be validated by HTW 8
3 Consequently, HTW 8 will be invited to consider, with a view to validation, the

following draft model courses initially planned for validation:
.1 at this session:
.1 new model course on Passenger safety, cargo safety and hull

integrity training;
.2 revised model course 2.03 on Advanced training in fire fighting;
.3 revised model course 1.22 on Bridge resource management; and
.4 new model course on Engine-room resource management; and
.2 by HTW 8:
.1 revised model course 3.25 on Security awareness training for all

port facility personnel;
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.2 revised model course 3.26 on Security training for seafarers with

designated security duties; and
.3 revised model course 3.27 on Security awareness training for all

seafarers.
Arrangements for the validation of model courses by HTW 9
4 Initially, this session of the Sub-Committee was invited to agree to the revision of the
following model courses with a view to validation by HTW 8 (HTW 7/3, paragraph 10):
.1 Proficiency in survival craft and rescue boats other than

fast rescue boats (1.23); and
.2 Proficiency in fast rescue boats (1.24).
5 However, given the high workload on this agenda item expected at HTW 8, which will
be invited to validate seven model courses (see paragraph 3 above), the Sub-Committee is
invited to agree to the validation of the model courses referred to in paragraph 4 at HTW 9.
6 In addition, following the review undertaken by the Secretariat in accordance with

paragraph 3.1 of the Revised guidelines, the Sub-Committee is invited to agree to the revision
of model course 1.20 on Fire prevention and fire fighting with a view to validation by HTW 9.
Time frame and terms of reference for course developers
7 Consequent to the agreement to revise the model courses (paragraphs 4 to 6), the
Sub-Committee is invited to consider the corresponding draft terms of reference, set out in
annexes 1 to 3 to this document, with the proposed time frame for the revision and review of
those three model courses, as prepared by the Secretariat in accordance with the template set
out in annex 3 to document HTW 4/3.
Establishment of intersessional review groups
8 In order to allow as wide a participation of experts as possible, it would be necessary

for the Sub-Committee to establish, at this session, review groups to work between sessions
by correspondence to review the model courses referred to in paragraphs 4 and 6 above, with
a view to submission to HTW 9, for validation. The Sub-Committee may therefore request
interested Member States, international organizations and other experts wishing to participate
in the review groups to provide their contact details to ModelCourses@imo.org containing the
following information:
.1 title of draft model course to be reviewed;
.2 status: 1 – Member, Review Group or 2 – Coordinator, Review Group;
.3 full name;
.4 Member State/Organization/Training unit;
.5 job title;
.6 email address; and
.7 work telephone number.
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Action requested of the Sub-Committee
9 The Sub-Committee is invited to consider the above information and, in particular, to:
.1 endorse the proposed model courses to be revised for validation by HTW 9

(paragraphs 4 to 6);
.2 consider and approve the draft terms of reference and time frames for the
revision of the model courses endorsed in sub-paragraph .1 above
(paragraph 7 and annexes 1 to 3);
.3 request the Secretariat to take the necessary action for the hiring of
developers for the revision of the model courses in sub-paragraph .1 above,
subject to the Secretariat's contracting process;
.4 establish, at this session, review groups to work between sessions by

correspondence to review the model courses endorsed in sub-paragraph .1
above; and urge to notify the Secretariat of the corresponding contact details
to ModelCourses@imo.org within 1 month from the closure of this
session (paragraph 8); and
.5 select review group coordinators to review the draft model courses endorsed
in sub-paragraph .1 above.
***
HTW 7/WP.4
Annex 1, page 1
ANNEX 1
DRAFT TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE REVISION OF MODEL COURSE 1.23 ON

PROFICIENCY IN SURVIVAL CRAFT AND RESCUE BOATS OTHER THAN FAST
RESCUE BOATS
TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE COURSE DEVELOPER AND THE REVIEW GROUP
Introduction
1 The Organization, as part of the 2010 Manila Amendments, developed requirements

for the issue of certificates of Proficiency in survival craft and rescue boats other than fast
rescue boats.
Objectives
2 The revision of model course 1.23 on Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
other than Fast Rescue Boats should address all competencies and related Knowledge,
Understanding and Proficiency (KUP) requirements of section A-VI/2, paragraphs 1 to 4, and
table A-VI/2-1 of the STCW Code, taking into account the guidance of section B-VI/2 of the
STCW Code. The model course should not exceed the competencies and KUPs of the STCW
Code but needs to consider and incorporate the latest technological developments and best
practices of the industry. The model course development should support competency-based
outcomes in line with column 4 of table A-VI/2-1 of the STCW Code.
Activities
3 The course developer will revise IMO model course 1.23 on Proficiency in Survival
Craft and Rescue Boats other than Fast Rescue Boats, based on regulation VI/2 of the
STCW Convention and section A-VI/2 of the STCW Code, taking into account the model course
development guidance for course developers in MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.15/Rev.1, appendix 3.
The references and bibliography should make citations using the Harvard Style of Referencing
while the common abbreviations for IMO model courses in part C – Detailed Outline should be
retained, e.g. R1 for the 1974 SOLAS Convention.
4 The course developer will submit the initial draft to the Head, Maritime Training and
Human Element, who is the designated representative of IMO for review and development of
model courses. The course developer will then prepare a revised draft taking into account any
suggested changes by the IMO designated representative and forward it again to the IMO
Secretariat.
5 The IMO Secretariat will forward the draft model course to its Review Group, who will
then provide any comments and guidance to the course developer for inclusion as appropriate
in the third draft, which will then be returned by the course developer to the Review Group for
final evaluation and comments if any. The course developer will finalize the draft model course
and submit it to the Head, Maritime Training and Human Element of IMO for submission to
HTW 9 for consideration and validation.
HTW 7/WP.4
Annex 1, page 2
Reporting
6 The model course should be drafted in English, and IMO should be provided with an
electronic version compatible with Microsoft Word, to be submitted to the Head, Maritime
Training and Human Element with the deadlines for submission for the first and final draft as
outlined in the time frame below. All parties to the revision and review process are encouraged
to exchange comments and information and seek feedback at any appropriate time.
The suggested dates should not serve as limitation for exchange of information.
Deadline Action to be taken
The course developer prepares an initial draft to be forwarded to the

12 November 2021
designated representative of the IMO Secretariat.
The IMO Secretariat may conduct a review of the first draft of the
21 January 2022 course for adequacy and consistency with instructions, and suggests
changes, where appropriate.
The course developer will then prepare a draft with revisions from
18 March 2022 the IMO Secretariat. The IMO Secretariat receives the second draft
and forwards the draft model course to the review group.
Model Course Review Group returns any additional comments and

13 May 2022 guidance to course developer for additional edits and development,
as appropriate.
Course developer submits final revised draft of the model course to

8 July 2022 the IMO Secretariat for forwarding it to the Review Group for final
comments.
Review Group Coordinator submits report to the IMO Secretariat

16 September 2022 including the evaluation questionnaire as contained in appendix 4 of
MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.15/Rev.1.
7 All material shall be prepared in accordance with intellectual property rights and the
copyright remain within IMO.
HTW 7/WP.4
Annex 1, page 3
COURSE DEVELOPER SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS/TERMS OF REFERENCE
Course developer specific instructions/terms of reference
MODEL COURSE 1.23 ON PROFICIENCY IN SURVIVAL CRAFT AND RESCUE

BOATS OTHER THAN FAST RESCUE BOATS
1) The overall goal of this model course is to provide guidance for the training and
assessment of seafarer competence in Proficiency in survival craft and rescue boats
other than fast rescue boats in accordance with section A-VI/2 and table A-VI/2-1 of the
STCW Code, taking into account the guidance in section B-VI/2 of the STCW Code.
IMO model courses are intended for a global audience and must be adaptable to a wide
variety of candidates and teaching resources.
2) This model course will be validated by the Sub-Committee on Human Element, Training
and Watchkeeping (HTW) at its ninth session (HTW 9). The final revised draft of the
model course should be submitted to the Head of the Maritime Training and Human
Element (ModelCourses@imo.org) no later than 8 July 2022 with the following subject
line:
Revised Model Course 1.23 on Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats
other than Fast Rescue Boats for submission to HTW 9
3) The following nations, organizations and subject matter experts (SME) have indicated
their availability to work with you on this project. Their contact information is listed
below. You are also encouraged to use other resources as may also be available to
you.
Nation, Organization, SME Contact Information
To be confirmed after HTW 7
4) This model course has some common and equal education and training requirements
as are found in the listed model courses. The education and training requirements must
use similar vernacular and be based upon the same information. However, alterations
to reflect individual shipboard departmental requirements are expected.
Education and training

Model course
requirement
STCW regulation VI/2;

1.24 Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats STCW Code, section A-VI/2 and
table A-VI/2-2
5) This model course has some common, but lower-level education and training
requirements than that found in the listed model courses. These education and training
requirements must use simpler taxonomy or topics to reflect their prerequisite nature.

Model course
requirement
N/A
HTW 7/WP.4
Annex 1, page 4

6) This model course has some common, but higher-level education and training
requirements than that found in the listed model courses. The education and training
requirements must use a more advanced taxonomy or topics to reflect the advanced
nature of the material presented.

Model course
requirement
1.19 Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques STCW regulation VI/1;

STCW Code, section A-VI/1 and
table A-VI/1-1
7) This model course is to be included within these other model courses.

Model course
requirement
7.03 Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch STCW regulation II/1;

STCW Code, section A-II/1
7.04 Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch STCW regulation III/1;

STCW Code, A-III/1
7.08 Electro-technical Officer STCW regulation III/6;

STCW Code, section A-III/6
7.10 Ratings as Able Seafarer Deck STCW regulation II/5;

STCW Code, section A-II/5
8) This model course is to include these other model courses.

Model course
requirement
N/A
9) This model course is to include education and training requirements from other IMO
instruments.

Convention and Codes
requirement
1974 SOLAS Convention and SOLAS chapter III and chapters IV,
LSA Code V and VI of the LSA Code
HTW 7/WP.4
Annex 1, page 5

These specific instructions are to provide the course developer with guidelines to use during the
development of a model course. They are as inclusive as possible. However, the course
developer may, at their discretion and in consultation and agreement with the IMO Secretariat,
adapt these instructions to meet the intent and goals of the Committee/Sub-Committee.
***
HTW 7/WP.4
Annex 2, page 1
ANNEX 2

PROFICIENCY IN FAST RESCUE BOATS
Introduction

for the issue of certificates of Proficiency in fast rescue boats.
Objectives
2 The revision of model course 1.24 on Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats should
address all competencies and related Knowledge, Understanding and Proficiency (KUP)
requirements of section A-VI/2, paragraphs 7 to 10, and table A-VI/2-2 of the STCW Code,
taking into account the guidance of section B-VI/2 of the STCW Code. The model course
should not exceed the competencies and KUPs of the STCW Code but needs to consider and
incorporate the latest technological developments and best practices of the industry. The model
course development should support competency-based outcomes in line with column 4 of
table A-VI/2-2 of the STCW Code.
Activities
3 The course developer will revise IMO model course 1.24 on Proficiency in Fast
Rescue Boats, based on regulation VI/2 of the STCW Convention and section A-VI/2 of the
STCW Code, taking into account the model course development guidance for course developers
in MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.15/Rev.1, appendix 3. The references and bibliography should make
citations using the Harvard Style of Referencing while the common abbreviations for IMO model
courses in part C – Detailed Outline should be retained, e.g. R1 for the 1974 SOLAS Convention.
Secretariat.
final evaluation and comments if any. The course developer will finalize the draft model course
Reporting
HTW 7/WP.4
Annex 2, page 2

21 January 2022
18 March 2022 course for adequacy and consistency with instructions, and suggests
13 May 2022 the IMO Secretariat. The IMO Secretariat receives the second draft

8 July 2022 guidance to course developer for additional edits and development,
as appropriate.
Course developer submits final revised draft of the model course to

2 September 2022 the IMO Secretariat for forwarding it to the Review Group for final
comments.

7 October 2022 including the evaluation questionnaire as contained in appendix 4 of
HTW 7/WP.4
Annex 2, page 3
MODEL COURSE 1.24 ON PROFICIENCY IN FAST RESCUE BOATS
assessment of seafarer competence in Proficiency in fast rescue boats in accordance
with section A-VI/2 and table A-VI/2-2 of the STCW Code, taking into account the
guidance in section B-VI/2 of the STCW Code. IMO model courses are intended for a
global audience and must be adaptable to a wide variety of candidates and teaching
resources.
Element (ModelCourses@imo.org) no later than 2 September 2022 with the following
subject line:
Revised Model Course 1.24 on Proficiency in Fast Rescue Boats for submission
to HTW 9
you.
Nation, Organization, SME Contact information

Model course
requirement
1.23 Proficiency in Survival Craft and Rescue Boats STCW regulation VI/2;
other than Fast Rescue Boats STCW Code, section A-VI/2 and
table A-VI/2-1

Model course
requirement
N/A
HTW 7/WP.4
Annex 2, page 4
MODEL COURSE 1.24 ON PROFICIENCY IN FAST RESCUE BOATS

Model course
requirement
1.19 Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques STCW regulation VI/1;

STCW Code, section A-VI/1 and
table A-VI/1-1

Model course
requirement
N/A

Model course
requirement
N/A
instruments.

Convention and Codes
requirement
1974 SOLAS Convention and SOLAS chapter III and chapters

LSA Code V and VI of the LSA Code
***
HTW 7/WP.4
Annex 3, page 1
ANNEX 3

FIRE PREVENTION AND FIRE FIGHTING
Introduction

for the issue of certificates of Fire prevention and fire fighting.
Objectives
2 The revision of model course 1.20 on Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting should
address all competencies and related Knowledge, Understanding and Proficiency (KUP)
requirements of section A-VI/1, paragraph 2, and table A-VI/1-2 of the STCW Code, taking into
account the guidance of section B-VI/1 of the STCW Code. The model course should not
exceed the competencies and KUPs of the STCW Code but needs to consider and incorporate
the latest technological developments and best practices of the industry. The model course
development should support competency-based outcomes in line with column 4 of
table A-VI/1-2 of the STCW Code.
Activities
3 The course developer will revise IMO model course 1.20 on Fire Prevention and Fire
Fighting, based on regulation VI/1 of the STCW Convention and section A-VI/1 of the STCW
Code, taking into account the model course development guidance for course developers in
MSC-MEPC.2/Circ.15/Rev.1, appendix 3. The references and bibliography should make
citations using the Harvard Style of Referencing while the common abbreviations for IMO model
courses in part C – Detailed Outline should be retained, e.g. R1 for the 1974 SOLAS Convention.
Secretariat.
final evaluation and comments, if any. The course developer will finalize the draft model course
HTW 7/WP.4
Annex 3, page 2
Reporting

12 November 2021
21 January 2022 course for adequacy and consistency with instructions, and suggests
18 March 2022 the IMO Secretariat. The IMO Secretariat receives the second draft

13 May 2022 guidance to course developer for additional edits and development,
as appropriate.
Course developer submits final revised draft of the Model Course to

8 July 2022 the IMO Secretariat for forwarding it to the Review Group for final
comments.

16 September 2022 including the evaluation questionnaire as contained in appendix 4 to
HTW 7/WP.4
Annex 3, page 3
MODEL COURSE 1.20 ON FIRE PREVENTION AND FIRE FIGHTING
assessment of seafarer competence in Fire prevention and fire fighting in accordance
with section A-VI/1, paragraph 2, and table A-VI/1-2 of the STCW Code, taking into
account the guidance in section B-VI/1 of the STCW Code. IMO model courses are
intended for a global audience and must be adaptable to a wide variety of candidates
and teaching resources.
Element (ModelCourses@imo.org) no later than 8 July 2022 with the following subject
line:
Revised Model Course 1.20 on Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting for submission
to HTW 9
you.
Nation, Organization, SME Contact information
Model course Education and training requirement
N/A
2.03 Advanced Training in Fire Fighting STCW regulation VI/3; STCW Code,
section A-VI/3 and table A-VI/3
HTW 7/WP.4
Annex 3, page 4
MODEL COURSE 1.20 ON FIRE PREVENTION AND FIRE FIGHTING
N/A
7.03 Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch STCW regulation II/1; STCW Code,
section A-II/1
7.04 Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch STCW regulation III/1; STCW Code,
A-III/1
7.08 Electro-technical Officer STCW regulation III/6; STCW Code,

section A-III/6
1.01 Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker STCW regulation V/1-1;
Cargo Operations STCW Code, section A-V/1-1
N/A
instruments.
Convention and Codes Education and training requirement
1974 SOLAS Convention and SOLAS chapter II-2 and relevant

FSS Code parts of the FSS Code
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SUB-COMMITTEE ON HUMAN ELEMENT, HTW 7/WP.4

VALIDATED MODEL TRAINING COURSES

Arrangements for the validation of model courses by HTW 9

Note by the Secretariat

Model courses to be validated by HTW 8

3 Consequently, HTW 8 will be invited to consider, with a view to validation, the

.1 new model course on Passenger safety, cargo safety and hull

.2 revised model course 2.03 on Advanced training in fire fighting;

.3 revised model course 1.22 on Bridge resource management; and

.4 new model course on Engine-room resource management; and

.1 revised model course 3.25 on Security awareness training for all

.2 revised model course 3.26 on Security training for seafarers with

.3 revised model course 3.27 on Security awareness training for all

Arrangements for the validation of model courses by HTW 9

.1 Proficiency in survival craft and rescue boats other than

.2 Proficiency in fast rescue boats (1.24).

6 In addition, following the review undertaken by the Secretariat in accordance with

Time frame and terms of reference for course developers

Establishment of intersessional review groups

8 In order to allow as wide a participation of experts as possible, it would be necessary

.1 title of draft model course to be reviewed;

.2 status: 1 – Member, Review Group or 2 – Coordinator, Review Group;

.4 Member State/Organization/Training unit;

.6 email address; and

.7 work telephone number.

Action requested of the Sub-Committee

.1 endorse the proposed model courses to be revised for validation by HTW 9

.4 establish, at this session, review groups to work between sessions by

DRAFT TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE REVISION OF MODEL COURSE 1.23 ON

1 The Organization, as part of the 2010 Manila Amendments, developed requirements

Deadline Action to be taken

The course developer prepares an initial draft to be forwarded to the

Model Course Review Group returns any additional comments and

Course developer submits final revised draft of the model course to

Review Group Coordinator submits report to the IMO Secretariat

COURSE DEVELOPER SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS/TERMS OF REFERENCE

Course developer specific instructions/terms of reference

MODEL COURSE 1.23 ON PROFICIENCY IN SURVIVAL CRAFT AND RESCUE

Nation, Organization, SME Contact Information

To be confirmed after HTW 7

Education and training

STCW regulation VI/2;

Education and training

Course developer specific instructions/terms of reference

MODEL COURSE 1.23 ON PROFICIENCY IN SURVIVAL CRAFT AND RESCUE

Education and training

1.19 Proficiency in Personal Survival Techniques STCW regulation VI/1;

7) This model course is to be included within these other model courses.

Education and training

7.03 Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch STCW regulation II/1;

7.04 Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch STCW regulation III/1;

7.08 Electro-technical Officer STCW regulation III/6;

7.10 Ratings as Able Seafarer Deck STCW regulation II/5;

8) This model course is to include these other model courses.

Education and training

Education and training

Course developer specific instructions/terms of reference

MODEL COURSE 1.23 ON PROFICIENCY IN SURVIVAL CRAFT AND RESCUE

DRAFT TERMS OF REFERENCE FOR THE REVISION OF MODEL COURSE 1.24 ON

1 The Organization, as part of the 2010 Manila Amendments, developed requirements

Deadline Action to be taken

The course developer prepares an initial draft to be forwarded to the