ANY OTHER BUSINESS. Guidelines for passenger ship tender operator. Submitted by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) SUMMARY

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E SUB-COMMITTEE ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING AND WATCHKEEPING 42nd session Agenda item 3 STW 42/13/2 25 October 2010 Original: ENGLISH ANY OTHER BUSINESS Guidelines for passenger ship tender operator

Guidelines being developed by the DE Sub-Committee for consideration of the Sub-Committee Strategic direction: 1,

1 E SUB-COMMITTEE ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING AND WATCHKEEPING 42nd session Agenda item 3 STW 42/13/2 25 October 2010 Original: ENGLISH ANY OTHER BUSINESS Guidelines for passenger ship tender operator Submitted by Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) SUMMARY Executive summary: This document provides in the annex guidelines relating to operator's certification to be included in the Guidelines being developed by the DE Sub-Committee for consideration of the Sub-Committee Strategic direction: 1,5,8 and 12 High-level action: 1.1.1, 1.3.5, and Planned output: No related provisions Action to be taken: Paragraph 4 Related documents: MSC 84/24, MSC 84/22/8, MSC 84/22/24, DE 53/14, DE 53/14/1 and DE 53/WP.3 Introduction 1 Paragraph of document MSC 84/24 reports that the Committee agreed to include, in the work programmes of the DE, FP, COMSAR, NAV, SLF and STW Sub-Committees, a high-priority item on "Safety provisions applicable to tenders operating from passenger ships", with three sessions needed to complete the item, assigning the DE Sub-Committee as a coordinator. Discussion 2 CLIA completed its review of the CLIA Industry Guideline G-1-05, entitled "Training for Tender Operators" and, noting the comments in paragraph 9 of document DE 53/WP.3, provides in the annex the draft guidelines that can be inserted into the Guidelines for Passenger Ship Tenders developed by the DE Sub-Committee. 3 CLIA's review concluded that the industry guideline, combined with current industry best practices should be expanded so as to be consistent with the format of the other IMO training requirements in the STCW Convention, even though it is intended to be guidance.

2 Page 2 Action requested of the Sub-Committee 4 The Sub-Committee is invited to consider the above and the draft text provided in the annex to be included in the Guidelines being developed by the DE Sub-Committee and take action as appropriate. ***

3 Annex, page 1 ANNEX DRAFT TEXT RELATING TO OPERATOR CERTIFICATION FOR INCLUSION IN THE DRAFT GUIDELINES FOR PASSENGER SHIP TENDERS 15 Operator Certification 15.1 These Guidelines outline the recommended training for tender operators on ship-carried tenders used for transferring more than 12 passengers from a passenger ship to shore and back Every candidate for a certification as a tender boat operator should:.1 be not less than 18 years of age;.2 have approved seagoing service of not less than 12 months or have attended an approved training course and have approved seagoing service of not less than six months; and.3 meet the standard of for certificates of proficiency in survival craft and rescue boats other than fast rescue boats set out in section A-VI/2, paragraphs 1 to 4, of the STCW Code Every candidate for certification as a tender boat operator should:.1 be the holder of a certificate of proficiency in survival craft and rescue boats other than fast rescue boats; and.2 meet the recommended standards of training for certification as a tender boat operator set out in the annex and table to these guidelines.

4 Annex, page 2 ANNEX Recommended Standards of Training for Certification as a Tender Boat Operator 1 Every candidate for a certificate as a tender boat operator should, in addition to the recommendation to hold a valid certificate of proficiency in survival craft and rescue boats other than fast rescue boats, be required to demonstrate to undertake the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of the table below. 2 The level of knowledge of the subjects listed in column 2 of table should be sufficient to enable the candidate to take charge of a tender boat used for tender operations. 3 Before training is commenced the STCW requirements of medical fitness, particularly regarding eyesight and hearing, should be met by the candidate. 4 Every candidate for a certificate as a tender boat operator should provide evidence of having achieved the recommended standards of training for certification as a tender boat operator through:.1 demonstration of to undertake the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of the table, in accordance with the methods for demonstrating and the criteria for evaluating tabulated in columns 3 and 4 of that table; and.2 examination or continuous assessment as part of an approved training programme covering the material set out in column 2 of the table. 5 Seafarers qualified in accordance with these guidelines as tender boat operators should be required, every five years, to provide evidence of having maintained the recommended standards of to undertake the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of the table through:.1 demonstration of to undertake the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of the table, in accordance with the methods for demonstrating and the criteria for evaluating tabulated in columns 3 and 4 of that table;.2 examination or continuous assessment as part of an approved training programme covering the material set out in column 2 of the table; and.3 Parties may also accept onboard training and experience (such as participation in drills) for maintaining the required standard of set out in the table.

5 Annex, page 3 Table Recommended Standards of Training for Certification as a Tender Boat Operator Column 1 Column 2 Column 3 Column 4 Competence Take charge of a tender boat during and after launch Knowledge, understanding and proficiency Construction and outfit of tender boats and individual items of their equipment Particular characteristics and facilities of tender boats Various types of device used for launching tender boats Embarkation arrangements Methods of recovering tender boats Knowledge of maintenance procedures Methods for demonstrating 1. interpret the markings on tender boats as to the number of persons they are intended to carry 2. conduct a visual inspection of the tender boat structure and equipment 3. give correct commands for launching and recovering tender boat 4. prepare and safely launch tender boat and clear the ship's side and operate off-load and on-load release devices 5. safely recover tender boats including the proper resetting of both off-load and on-load release devices using tender boat with inboard engine or approved simulator training, where appropriate Criteria for evaluating Preparation, launching and recovery of tender boat are within equipment limitations and enable tender boat to operate safely Lifting appliances are operated in accordance with manufacturers' instructions for release and resetting Visual inspection of tender boat effectively identifies significant deficiencies

6 Annex, page 4 Column 1 Column 2 Column 3 Column 4 Competence Operate a tender boat engine(s) Manage passengers during normal tender operations Knowledge, understanding and proficiency Methods of starting and operating a tender boat engine(s) and its/their accessories Tender boat instrumentation, including engine start/stop, throttle, RPM indicator(s), bilge pump(s) and smoke or fire alarm Embarkation, disembarkation and transit operations Communications to passengers Handling of passengers with special needs Methods for demonstrating 1. conduct a visual inspection of the engine 2. locate and operate batteries 3. start and operate an inboard engine or engines in a tender boat 4. understand all information displayed by instrumentation 1. assist passengers during embarkation, disembarkation and transit operations 2. assign passengers to seating positions to achieve optimal weight distribution 3. give clear and correct safety instructions to passengers to be followed during embarkation, disembarkation and transit Criteria for evaluating Propulsion is available and maintained as required for manoeuvring Visual inspection of the engine effectively identifies significant deficiencies Response to engine alarms is adequate and minimizes the risk of incidents Passenger management is appropriate to prevailing circumstances and conditions Embarkation and disembarkation operations of tender boat are within equipment limitations and minimize the risk of injuries

7 Annex, page 5 Column 1 Column 2 Column 3 Column 4 Competence Use communication and navigational equipment Operate and manoeuvre tender boat Knowledge, understanding and proficiency Communication and navigational equipment carried on tender boat, including fixed and portable radios, compass, local navigational charts, navigation lights and shapes, radar reflector, echo sounder, search light and whistle Methods of handling a tender boat in prevailing and adverse weather and sea conditions Use of anchor, boat hooks, mooring lines, fenders and paddles or oars Operating procedures for arrival, departure and transit to/from ship or shore Effects of wind and current on steering and manoeuvring Tender boat operation with restricted visibility Emergency steering and propulsion failure Methods for demonstrating 1. use fixed and portable radio equipment for tender boat 2. use navigational equipment, including local navigational charts 1. handle tender boat in prevailing and adverse weather and sea conditions 2. understand basic notions of rules for avoiding collisions, current and tides, sea conditions, weather forecast, route to be followed, areas to be avoided and pollution prevention 3. conduct safe mooring and transit operations 4. identify and avoid navigational hazards 5. steer tender boat by compass 6. switch from normal to emergency steering 7. handle tender boat with one propulsion engine Criteria for evaluating Use and choice of communication and navigational equipment is appropriate to prevailing circumstances, conditions and area of operation Effective radio communication is established and maintained Boat handling and use and choice of equipment are appropriate to prevailing circumstances, conditions and area of operations Manoeuvring operations are conducted as to minimize risk of injuries and damage

8 Annex, page 6 Column 1 Column 2 Column 3 Column 4 Competence Manage emergencies Knowledge, understanding and proficiency Recognize and react to types of emergencies that could occur on tender boats, including grounding, water ingress, fire and man overboard Number, type and location of all safety equipment carried in tender boat, including fire extinguishers, life-saving appliances and visual signals Engine compartment fire-extinguishing system and ventilation Methods for demonstrating 1. use safety equipment carried on tender boat 2. distribute lifejackets to all passengers on board 3. stop or minimize water ingress in the tender boat 4. extinguish a fire, including an engine fire 5. rescue a person from the water Criteria for evaluating Emergency responses are adequate and effectively minimize risk of injuries, loss of life and damage Control response to emergencies 6. transfer passengers to another assisting vessel 7. use available means of communication to manage emergencies between tender boat and an assisting ship 8. lead and direct others in an emergency 9. motivate passengers and other personnel 10. understand the effects of stress

IMO SAFETY PROVISIONS APPLICABLE TO TENDERS OPERATING FROM PASSENGER SHIPS. Passenger Vessel Tender Guidelines

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