IAGC Guidelines for Marine Small Boat Training and Competency Appendix 3 - Backup Coxswain Competency and Enabling Objectives September 2013
Guidelines for Marine Small Boat Training and Competency Appendix 3 - Backup Coxswain Competency and Enabling Objectives Operator Skill Module 8 - Small Boats - Marine Operations Competency Objective 2.0 Backup Coxswain Amendment Number 0 Draft Enabling Objective E.O Objective Reference 2.1 Hull and Machinery Company Specific Policies and Procedures Manufacturers detailed instructions 2.2 Stability and Buoyancy ISO 12217: Small Craft - Stability and Buoyancy Assessment and Categorisation 2.3 Mission Planning Company Specific Policies and Procedures ILO/IMO - Maritime Labour Convention 2006 IAGC - Guidelines for Marine Small Boat Operations 2.4 General Operations Company Specific Policies and Procedures IAGC - Guidelines for Marine Small Boat Operations 2.5 Seismic Operations Company Specific Policies and Procedures IAGC - Guidelines for Marine Small Boat Operations 2.6 Communications Company Specific Policies and Procedures Marine Radio VHF (Short Range Certificate) IMO - Global Maritime Distress and Safety System Appendix 3 - Page 1
Operator Skill Module 8 - Small Boats - Marine Operations Competency Objective 2.0 Backup Coxswain Enabling Objective 2.1 Hull and Machinery Amendment Number 0 Draft Assessment Criteria Theory and Practical Educational Specifications E.S Specification References 2.1.1 Hull Integrity 2.1.2 Propulsion Be able to identify the different compartments within the boat Be able to carry out emergency repairs Understand the hazards associated with chemicals used to make repairs 2.1.3 Fuel Systems Be able to recognise the different components of the propulsion system: o Engine Starter Motor Generator/Alternator Exhaust/Turbo Sea Water Cooling System Fresh Water Cooling System Fuel Filers Air Filters o Transmission o WaterJet o Propeller and Rudder Be able to recognise the different components of the fuel system o Filters o Fuel System cut offs Appendix 3 - Page 2
2.1.4 Electrical Systems 2.1.5 Steering 2.1.6 Bilge Be able to recognise the different components of the electrical systems: o Battery o Mother Boards o Fuses o Earthing/Bonding o Sensors o External supply Be able to recognise the different components of the steering system: o Power steering units o Drive belts o Hoses and connectors o Emergency steering system Be able to recognise the different components of the bilge system o Bilge pumps o Bilge pump electric system o Emergency bilge pumps Be able to operate the emergency bilge system whilst stationary and underway 2.1.7 Fire Fighting Systems Know how to safely to operate the system Identify areas/vents where firefighting media may escape during activation of the system 2.1.8 Offload Release Mechanisms Be able to recognise the components of system Be able to safely operate the mechanism Appendix 3 - Page 3
2.1.9 Quick Release Mechanisms Be able to recognise the different types of the quick release used onboard the boat o Bow quick release o Towing quick releases Be able to safely operate the mechanism 2.1.10 Self-Righting Mechanism 2.1.11 Towing Points Be able to recognise the components of the system Be able to safely operate the system 2.2.12 Hydraulics Be able to safely use of the towing points Understand the hazards and risks involved in Be able to recognise the different components of the hydraulic system 2.1.13 Winches/Capstans/Storage Reels Be able to recognise the different components of the hydraulic system Be able to safely operate the systems 2.1.14 Cable Lifting Devices Be able to recognise the different components of lifting device: o Hydraulic hoses o Control levels o Pressure relief valves o Hydraulic cylinders Be able to safely operate the systems o Safe Working Load o Quick release systems o Pressure relief valves Be able to anticipate changes in the boat trim when a Appendix 3 - Page 4
load is applied to the device 2.1.15 Seismic Specific Towing Clamps Be able to anticipate changes in the trim of the boat when a loads is applied or release Appendix 3 - Page 5
Operator Skill Module 8 - Small Boats - Marine Operations Competency Objective 2.0 Backup Coxswain Enabling Objective 2.3 Stability and Buoyancy Amendment Number 0 Draft Assessment Criteria Theory and Practical Educational Specifications E.S Specification References 2.3.1 Stability and Buoyancy ES 2.2.1 Understand how the principle of the Righting Angle (R) acts in relation to changes in the alignment of a boats CG and CB Understand how a boats buoyancy and stability interact 2.3.2 Downflood Height Understand the concept of downflooding height 2.3.3 Free Board Understand the concept of freeboard 2.3.4 Free Surface Effect (FSE) Understand how the movement of water in a compartment or on a deck will effect a boats stability Appendix 3 - Page 6
Operator Skill Module 8 - Small Boats - Marine Operations Competency Objective 2.0 Backup Coxswain Enabling Objective 2.4 Mission Planning Amendment Number 0 Draft Assessment Criteria Theory and Practical Educational Specifications E.S Specification References 2.4.1 Leadership and Management Be able to demonstrate leadership and management Be able to communicate the organisations goals and objectives Be able to set expectations based on the process, hazards and risks Be able to educate others Be able to encourage innovation and learning Be able to motivate individual s and team s Be able to improve an individual s and team s performance Be able to utilize the talents of others 2.4.2 Holding a Tool Box Meeting Be able to hold a tool box meeting in a clear and concise manner. Be able to convene in simple terms the scope of the tasks to be perform and the hazards and risks involved in the task IMO/UNHCR - Rescue at Sea: A Guide to Principles and Practice as applied to Migrants and Refugees. 2006 Appendix 3 - Page 7
Operator Skill Module 8 - Small Boats - Marine Operations Competency Objective 2.0 Backup Coxswain Enabling Objective 2.4 General Operations Amendment Number 0 Draft Assessment Criteria Theory and Practical Educational Specifications E.S Specification References 2.4.1 Managerial Controls 2.4.2 Launch Be able to demonstrate the application of the organisations Managerial Controls o Procedures o Risk Assessments o Competency 2.4.3 Recovery the launch of the boat and effect an immediate recovery whilst the vessel is: o Underway With towed seismic Without towed seismic o Stationary the recovery of the boat and effect an immediate recovery whilst the vessel is o Underway With towed seismic Without towed seismic o Stationary Appendix 3 - Page 8
2.4.4 Embarkation/Rescue Zones Be able to take over control of the helm whist the boat is at sea o A safe approach and departure to a vessel o An ability to maintain a position whilst alongside o An ability to react correctly to course and speed changes/corrections requested 2.4.5 Manoeuvring and Pacing Be able to take over control of the helm whist the boat is at sea Be able to demonstrate the following: o An ability to react correctly to course and speed changes/corrections requested 2.4.6 Stretcher Patient Transfer operation o A safe recovery of the boat to a vessel alongside a vessel o An ability to maintain a position whilst Appendix 3 - Page 9
2.4.7 Cargo Transfer alongside a vessel o Situational awareness of the task and surrounding o An ability able to react correctly to course and speed changes/corrections requested operation o A safe approach and departure to a vessel carry cargo o An ability to maintain a position whilst alongside a vessel o An ability to react correctly to course and speed changes/corrections requested 2.4.8 Personnel Transfer (Boat to Boat) operation o A safe recovery of the boat to a vessel carrying passengers o An ability to maintain a position whilst alongside another boat o An ability to react correctly to course and speed changes/corrections requested Appendix 3 - Page 10
2.4.9 Personnel Transfer (Ship to Ship) operation o A safe recovery of the boat to a vessel carrying passengers o An ability to maintain a position whilst alongside a vessel o An ability to react correctly to course and speed changes/corrections requested 2.4.10 Small Boat Emergency Towing operation o A safe approach and departure to a vessel towing another boat Inline Abreast o An ability to maintain a position in proximity to another boat Operator Skill Module 8 - Small Boats - Marine Operations Appendix 3 - Page 11
Competency Objective 2.0 Backup Coxswain Enabling Objective 2.5 Seismic Operations Amendment Number 0 Draft Assessment Criteria Theory and Practical Educational Specifications E.S Specification References 2.5.1 Cable Ballasting awareness of and the 2.5.2 Cable Cleaning Appendix 3 - Page 12
awareness of and the 2.5.3 Cable Mounted Device Maintenance and Change awareness of and the 2.5.4 Navigation Buoy Maintenance Appendix 3 - Page 13
awareness of and the 2.5.5 Navigation Buoy Change awareness of and the 2.5.6 Head Buoy Maintenance Appendix 3 - Page 14
awareness of and the 2.5.7 Head Buoy Change awareness of and the Appendix 3 - Page 15
2.5.8 Module Change An ability to maintain course and speed o A safe departure from the awareness of and the 2.5.9 Section Change Appendix 3 - Page 16
o A safe departure from the awareness of and the 2.5.10 Deflector Inspection o A safe departure from deflector o An ability to manoeuvre without entering hazardous areas of the deflector o An ability to maintain a position relative to the deflector o A safe departure from the deflector awareness of and the 2.5.11 Front End Inspection o An ability to maintain a position in relation to the front end Appendix 3 - Page 17
o A safe departure from the towed awareness of and the 2.5.12 Source Inspection maintaining a safe position in relation to the source awareness of and the 2.5.13 Tail End Section Change Appendix 3 - Page 18
o A safe departure from the awareness of and the surroundings 2.5.14 Tail Swivel Change o A safe departure from the awareness of and the 2.5.15 Recovery and Removal of Floating Debris from Towed Equipment Appendix 3 - Page 19
awareness of and the 2.5.16 Recovery and Removal of Floating Debris from sea o A safe departure from debris o An ability to maintain a safe position in relation to the debris awareness of and the 2.5.17 Deployment and Recovery of Hydrographic Instruments (TS Dip, etc) Appendix 3 - Page 20
awareness of and the 1.5.17 Deployment and Recovery of Hydrographic Instruments (TS Dip, Sippican, etc) o A safe departure from the debris awareness of and the 1.5.18 Scouting awareness of and the Operator Skill Module 8 - Small Boats - Marine Operations Competency Objective 2.0 Backup Coxswain Appendix 3 - Page 21
Enabling Objective 2.6 Communications Amendment Number 0 Draft Assessment Criteria Theory and Practical Educational Specifications E.S Specification References 2.6.1 Use of VHF Radios Be able to select specified radio channels Be able to effectively talk over a radio using internationally recognised terminology including the phonetic alphabet Be able to send a PAN- PAN or mayday call Understand the organisations Loss Communications Procedure Be able to send a Situation Report (SITREP) The Restricted (VHF) Operators course may be used to cover this Educational Specification 2.6.2 Hand Signals Be able to communicate effectively with the vessels launch and recovery crew using the organisations defined hand signals 2.6.3 Verbal Commands Be able to communicate in a clear and concise manner 5 Appendix 3 - Page 22