STW 44 19 Report

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SUB-COMMITTEE ON STANDARDS OF
TRAINING AND WATCHKEEPING
44th session
Agenda item 19
STW 44/19
20 May 2013
Original: ENGLISH
REPORT TO THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE

Table of contents
Section
Page No.
GENERAL
DECISIONS OF OTHER IMO BODIES
VALIDATION OF MODEL TRAINING COURSES
UNLAWFUL PRACTICES ASSOCIATED WITH CERTIFICATES OF

COMPETENCY
CASUALTY ANALYSIS
10
DEVELOPMENT
OF
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
STRATEGY
10
DEVELOPMENT OF GUIDANCE FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF

THE 2010 MANILA AMENDMENTS
12
PROMOTION OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE 1995 STCW-F

CONVENTION
13
DEVELOPMENT OF GUIDELINES FOR WING-IN-GROUND CRAFT
13
10
ROLE OF THE HUMAN ELEMENT
14
11
DEVELOPMENT OF GUIDANCE FOR PERSONNEL INVOLVED

WITH TUG-BARGE OPERATIONS
18
12
REVISION OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS ON TRAINING OF

PERSONNEL ON MOBILE OFFSHORE UNITS (MOUs)
18
13
DEVELOPMENT OF A MANDATORY
OPERATING IN POLAR WATERS
19
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AN
E-NAVIGATION
CODE
FOR
SHIPS
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Section
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14
REVIEW AND MODERNIZATION OF THE GLOBAL MARITIME

DISTRESS AND SAFETY SYSTEM (GMDSS)
21
15
REVIEW OF GENERAL CARGO SHIP SAFETY
22
16
BIENNIAL AGENDA AND PROVISIONAL AGENDA FOR STW 45
22
17
ANY OTHER BUSINESS
24
18
PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE STCW CODE'S VISION

REQUIREMENTS
31
19
ACTION REQUESTED OF THE COMMITTEES
32
LIST OF ANNEXES
ANNEX 1
DRAFT MSC-MEPC CIRCULAR GUIDELINES FOR THE REACTIVATION

OF THE SAFETY MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE FOLLOWING AN
OPERATIONAL INTERRUPTION OF THE SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
DUE TO LAY-UP OVER A CERTAIN PERIOD
ANNEX 2
DRAFT MSC-MEPC CIRCULAR GUIDANCE ON SAFETY WHEN

TRANSFERRING PERSONS AT SEA
ANNEX 3
DRAFT ASSEMBLY RESOLUTION RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE

TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION OF PERSONNEL ON MOBILE OFFSHORE
UNITS (MOUs)
ANNEX 4
PROPOSED BIENNIAL AGENDA
ANNEX 5
DRAFT PROVISIONAL AGENDA FOR STW 45
ANNEX 6
REPORT ON THE STATUS OF PLANNED OUTPUTS FOR THE STW

SUB-COMMITTEE
ANNEX 7
DRAFT AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON

STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING FOR
SEAFARERS, 1978 RELATED TO THE III CODE
ANNEX 8
DRAFT AMENDMENTS TO PART A OF THE SEAFARERS TRAINING,

CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING (STCW) CODE RELATED TO
THE III CODE
ANNEX 9
DRAFT STCW.7/CIRCULAR INTERIM GUIDANCE ON COLOUR VISION

TESTING
ANNEX 10

MINIMUM IN-SERVICE EYESIGHT STANDARDS FOR SEAFARERS
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1
GENERAL
1.1
The Sub-Committee on Standards of Training and Watchkeeping (STW) held its
forty-fourth session from 29 April to 3 May 2013 under the Chairmanship of Mr. Bradley Groves
(Australia). The Vice-Chairman, Ms. Mayte Medina (United States), was also present.
1.2
The session was attended by delegations and observers from Member Governments,
international organizations and non-governmental organizations in consultative status as listed
in document STW 44/INF.1.
Secretary-General's opening address
1.3
The Secretary-General welcomed participants and delivered his opening address,
the full audio file can be downloaded from the IMO website at the following link:
http://www.docs.imo.org/Meetings/Media.aspx.
Chairman's remarks
1.4
In responding, the Chairman thanked the Secretary-General for his words of
guidance and encouragement and assured the Secretary-General that his advice and
requests would be given every consideration in the deliberations of the Sub-Committee and
its working group.
Adoption of the agenda and related matters
1.5
The Sub-Committee adopted the agenda (STW 44/1/Rev.2), and agreed, in general,
that the work of the Sub-Committee should be guided by the annotations to the provisional
agenda and timetable (STW 44/1/1), as amended. The agenda, as adopted, with the list of
documents considered under each agenda item, is set out in document STW 44/INF.10.
2
DECISIONS OF OTHER IMO BODIES
2.1
The Sub-Committee noted the decisions and comments pertaining to its work made
by MSC 90, MSC 91, C 108, C 109, NAV 58, MEPC 64, BLG 16, BLG 17, DSC 17
and DE 57 (STW 44/2 and Add.1, and STW 44/2/1) and took them into account in its
deliberations under the relevant agenda items.
3
VALIDATION OF MODEL TRAINING COURSES
Report on the model course programme

3.1
The Sub-Committee noted the updated information provided by the Secretariat
(STW 44/3) on the status of production of model courses and the progress made with their
translation into French and Spanish.
3.2
The delegation of Argentina requested clarification regarding the ambiguity in
reporting, in the previous sessions of the Sub-Committee, on the status of the SAR model
courses. In this context, they requested that the reporting format be restructured to better
inform Parties of the status of model courses. The Secretariat, clarifying the reasons for the
ambiguities identified by Argentina, advised that the concerns raised had been noted and
would be taken into account in future reports of the Sub-Committee.
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3.3
The Sub-Committee noted with appreciation the offer by the delegation of Peru to
translate into Spanish model courses on Skipper on a Fishing Vessel (model course 7.05),
Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch on a Fishing Vessel (model course 7.06) and Chief
Engineer Officer and Second Engineer Officer on a Fishing Vessel (model course 7.07) and
requested the delegation to submit the translated model courses to the Secretariat at an
early date.
VALIDATION OF MODEL COURSES
3.4
During the general discussion on validation of model courses, the views were
expressed that:
.1
model courses were of significant importance to Parties for the

development of national seafarers' training programmes;
.2
the introduction to the model courses should indicate that the model
courses were for guidance only and therefore of a recommendatory nature;
.3
overlapping requirements between operational and management level

training programmes should be avoided;
.4
in order to provide flexibility, prescriptive requirements for duration of

courses should be avoided; and
.5
in view of the resource management competences in chapters II and III,

caution should be exercised when considering the model course on
leadership and teamwork.
New model course for Electro-Technical Officer

3.5
The Sub-Committee gave preliminary consideration to the draft model course on
Electro-Technical Officer (STW 44/3/1), along with comments and proposed amendments by
GlobalMET (STW 44/3/10).
3.6
In the ensuing discussion, the views were expressed that:

.1
the contents of the model course as presented did not fully align with the
knowledge, understanding and proficiency in the tables of competency in
the STCW Code;
.2
the scope of the provisions in the STCW Code related to training of

Electro-Technical Officer and the contents of the draft model course as
presented should be compared for consistency;
.3
it should reflect closely the requirements of the 2010 Manila Amendments,

prior to being validated by the Sub-Committee;
.4
there should be no overlapping requirements when developing a model

course for electro-technical rating;
.5
the concept of full-time education in electrical and/or electronic engineering

up to the commencement of training in the required entry standards could
not be supported;
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.6
the entry requirements should be flexible; and
.7
no reference to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC) should be

included.
3.7
After some discussion, the Sub-Committee referred documents STW 44/3/1 and
STW 44/3/10 to Drafting Group 1 established on validation of model courses, taking into
account the urgent need for the model courses by STCW Parties to implement
the 2010 Manila Amendments to the STCW Convention and Code, for detailed consideration
and to compare the scope of the provisions in the STCW Code related to training of
Electro-Technical Officer and the content of the draft model course as presented, with a view
to validation of the model courses by the Sub-Committee.
3.8
The Sub-Committee noted with appreciation the information in document
STW 44/INF.2 (Poland) relating to the Training Record Book for Electro-Technical Officer.
New model course on Leadership and Teamwork
3.9
The Sub-Committee gave preliminary consideration to the draft model course on
Leadership and Teamwork (document STW 44/3/2).
3.10

.1
the contents of the model course as presented did not fully align with the
the STCW Code; and
.2
the scope of the training provisions in the STCW Code related to training of
Electro-Technical Officer and the contents of the draft model course as
presented should be compared for consistency and alignment with the
STCW Code.
3.11
After some discussion, the Sub-Committee referred document STW 44/3/2 to
Drafting Group 1 to be established on validation of model courses, taking into account the
urgent need for the model courses by STCW Parties to implement the 2010 Manila
Amendments to the STCW Convention and Code, for detailed consideration and to compare
the scope of the provisions in the STCW Code related to training in Leadership and
Teamwork and the content of the draft model course as presented, with a view to validation
of the model course by the Sub-Committee.
Revised model courses on Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo
Operations, Basic Training for Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations and Advanced
Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations
3.12
The Sub-Committee gave preliminary consideration to the draft revised model
courses on Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations, Basic Training for
Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations and Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo
Operations (documents STW 44/3/7, STW 44/3/8 and STW 44/3/9, respectively).
3.13
In the ensuing discussion, the following views were expressed that:

.1
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the contents of the model courses as presented did not fully align with the
the STCW Code;
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.2
the scope of the training provisions in the STCW Code related to Basic
Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations, Basic Training for
Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations and Advanced Training for Oil
Tanker Cargo Operations and the contents of the draft model courses as
presented should be compared for consistency; and
.3
the requirements for basic and advanced training should be carefully

aligned with the competences in the STCW Code and avoid, as far as
possible, any overlapping requirements.
3.14
After some discussion, the Sub-Committee referred documents STW 44/3/7,
STW 44/3/8 and STW 44/3/9 to Drafting Group 1 for finalization of the model courses, taking
into account the urgent need for the model courses by STCW Parties to implement
the 2010 Manila Amendments to the STCW Convention and Code, for detailed consideration
and to compare the scope of the provisions in the STCW Code related to Basic Training for
Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations, Basic Training for Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo
Operations and Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations and the contents of the
draft model courses as presented, with a view to validation of the model courses by the
Sub-Committee.
Establishment of Drafting Group 1
3.15
The Sub-Committee established Drafting Group 1, under the chairmanship of
Captain Kersee Deboo (India), and instructed it, taking into account decisions and comments
in plenary, to consider documents STW 44/3/1, STW 44/3/2, STW 44/3/7, STW 44/3/8,
STW 44/3/9, STW 44/3/10 and STW 43/WP.7, and:
.1
taking into account the urgent need for the model courses by STCW Parties
to implement the 2010 Manila Amendments to the STCW Convention and
Code, compare the scope of the provisions in the STCW Code related to
training of Electro-Technical Officer, Leadership and Teamwork, Basic
Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker Cargo Operations, Basic Training for
Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations and Advanced Training for Oil
Tanker Cargo Operations and the contents of the aforementioned draft
model courses as presented, with a view to validation of the model courses
by the Sub-Committee; and
.2
submit its report on Thursday, 2 May 2013.
Revised model courses for Master and Chief Officer, Chief Engineer Officer and
Second Engineer Officer, Officer in charge of a Navigational watch and Officer in
charge of an Engineering watch
3.16
The Sub-Committee gave preliminary consideration to the draft revised model
courses for Master and Chief Officer, Chief Engineer Officer and Second Engineer Officer,
Officer in charge of a Navigational watch and Officer in charge of an Engineering watch
(STW 44/3/3, STW 44/3/4, STW 44/3/5 and STW 44/3/6) which had been revised/updated
consequent to the adoption of the 2010 Manila Amendments to the STCW Convention
and Code.
3.17
The Sub-Committee recalled that STW 43 had referred these draft revised model
courses submitted for validation back to the course coordinators for further revision, to reflect
closely the requirements of the 2010 Manila Amendments, prior to submission to this session
for validation.
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3.18

.1
the contents of the revised model courses as presented reflect the

the STCW Code;
.2
the scope of the provisions in the STCW Code related to training of Master
and Chief Officer, Chief Engineer Officer and Second Engineer Officer,
Officer in charge of a Navigational watch and Officer in charge of an
Engineering watch and the contents of the draft model courses as
presented, should be compared for consistency;
.3
in light of the development of specialized training for tankers, the content of

tanker training in these courses should be reviewed;
.4
the relationship between tanker training requirements in chapter II and

chapter V should be reviewed with a view to retaining only basic tanker
requirements in the revised model courses 7.01 and 7.03; and
.5
the draft model courses should be subject to review and modification,

in accordance with the principles agreed at STW 43 (STW 43/WP.7).
3.19
After an in-depth discussion, and taking into account the urgent need for the model
courses by STCW Parties to implement the 2010 Manila Amendments to the STCW
Convention and Code, the Sub-Committee referred documents STW 44/3/3, STW 44/3/4,
STW 44/3/5 and STW 44/3/6, together with document STW 43/WP.7, to Drafting Group 2
established for finalization of the model courses, with a view to validation of the
above-mentioned model courses by the Sub-Committee.
Establishment of Drafting Group 2
3.20
The Sub-Committee established Drafting Group 2 under the chairmanship of
Captain George Edenfield (United States), and instructed it, taking into account decisions
and comments in plenary, to consider documents STW 44/3/3, STW 44/3/4, STW 44/3/5,
STW 44/3/6 and STW 43/WP.7, and:
.1
taking into account the urgent need for the model courses by STCW Parties
to implement the 2010 Manila Amendments to the STCW Convention and
Code, to review the scope of the provisions in the STCW Code related to
training of Master and Chief Officer, Chief Engineer Officer and Second
Engineer Officer, Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch and Officer in
Charge of an Engineering Watch and the contents of the aforementioned
draft model courses as presented, with a view to validation of the model
courses by the Sub-Committee; and
.2
Other matters
3.21
The Sub-Committee recalled also that MSC 91, having considered a proposal by the
United States (MSC 91/19/2) to revise the guidance for model course development, updating
and validation processes, had included in the post-biennial agenda of the Committee an
output on "Revision of the guidance for model course development, updating and validation
processes", which has been included in the agenda for STW 45.
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3.22
In this context, the Sub-Committee invited Member Governments and international
organizations to submit relevant proposals under this agenda item for consideration at STW 45.
3.23
The Sub-Committee noted with appreciation the information in document
STW 44/INF.9 (ISF) relating to the availability of an ISF On Board Training Record Book for
Officers in Charge of a Navigational Watch (Deck Cadets) and an On Board Training Record
Book for Officers in Charge of an Engineering Watch (Engine Cadets) which have been
amended to reflect the 2010 Manila Amendments, and thanked the International Shipping
Federation for it.
Reports of the drafting groups
3.24
On receipt of the reports of Drafting Group 1 (STW 43/WP.5) and Drafting Group 2
(STW 43/WP.6), the Sub-Committee approved the reports in general, and took action as
summarized in the ensuing paragraphs.
3.25
Due to paucity of time and the extensive revisions required, it was not possible to
complete the revision of the model courses on: Basic Training for Oil and Chemical Tanker
Cargo Operations (STW 44/3/7, annex), Advanced Training for Oil Tanker Cargo Operations
(STW 44/3/8, annex), and Basic Training for Liquefied Gas Tanker Cargo Operations
(STW 44/3/9, annex).
3.26
Accordingly, the Sub-Committee referred the aforementioned model courses back
to the coordinators for further revision, prior to submission to STW 45 for validation, based on
the following principles:
.1
maintain consistency between all the Tanker Cargo Operation model

courses;
.2
ensure the course syllabi meet the knowledge, understanding and proficiency
in the tables of competency in the STCW Code, section A-V/1; and
.3
align the basic and advanced level courses to provide a structured

progression of knowledge, skills and proficiency required at the
support/operational level and the management level.
3.27
In light of the foregoing, the Sub-Committee instructed the Secretariat to forward the
model courses referred to in paragraph 3.25 above, to the course coordinators for further
revision based on the principles in paragraph 3.26 above, and submit them to STW 45
for validation.
3.28
In addition, the Sub-Committee validated the model courses, as amended, on:

.1
Leadership and Teamwork;
.2
Electro-Technical Officer;
.3
Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch;
.4
Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch;
.5
Master and Chief Officer; and
.6
Chief Engineer Officer and Second Engineer Officer,
and instructed the Secretariat to finalize and publish them as soon as possible.
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3.29
The Sub-Committee recalled that validation of model courses by the Sub-Committee
in this context meant that it found no grounds to object to their contents. In doing so, the
Sub-Committee did not approve the documents and they could, therefore, not be regarded
as official interpretations of the Convention.
3.30
Following the validation of six model courses, and the referral of the three model
courses related to tanker training back to the course coordinators for further revision, the
delegation of the United States expressed the following views that:
.1
the non-availability of all revised model courses pursuant to

the 2010 Manila Amendments, particularly for new entrants commencing
their training on or after 1 July 2013 was a cause for concern;
.2
the model courses were intended to support the implementation of the

Convention, and hence the contents should reflect the requirements of the
Convention and Code;
.3
Administrations need to ensure a common and clear interpretation of the

status of model courses vis--vis the STCW Convention and Code; and
.4
Administrations should be aware of their

regulation I/10 with regard to endorsements,
responsibilities
under
and advised the Sub-Committee that these concerns be addressed during the revision of
Guidance for model course development, updating and validation processes due to
commence at the next session.
4
UNLAWFUL PRACTICES ASSOCIATED WITH CERTIFICATES OF COMPETENCY
Reports on fraudulent certificates as reported to the Secretariat

4.1
The Sub-Committee noted the information provided by the Secretariat
(STW 44/4 and addenda), detailing fraudulent certificates found on board ships during
inspections or reportedly being used, as reported to the Secretariat for the years 2011 and 2012,
and urged Member Governments to report details of fraudulent certificates detected in the
revised reporting format (STW 38/17, annex 1).
4.2
The Sub-Committee recalled that STW 43 had invited Member Governments and
international organizations to submit proposals on a strategy to address the problems
associated with fraudulent certificates of competency.
4.3
The Philippines (STW 44/4/1) proposed measures to check the proliferation of
fraudulent certificates that are being discovered during inspection on board ship or during
application for issuance of Endorsement Certificates under regulation I/10.
4.4
The delegation of the Bahamas sought clarification regarding any follow-up action
regarding information provided by Parties relating to fraudulent certificates and whether such
information was analysed by the Organization and, if so, did their results provide any
information that facilitated any appropriate action being taken by the Organization. In this
context, the Secretariat confirmed that so far no such analysis had been carried out.
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4.5

.1
it was difficult to obtain information for verification in time;
.2
it was difficult to contact relevant personnel, as the information for focal

points for verification of certificates were not up to date; and
.3
it would be helpful if Administrations could provide online certificate

verification facilities at an early date.
4.6
After a brief discussion, the Sub-Committee urged Member Governments to provide
the Secretariat updated information to facilitate verification of certificates and to respond
in a timely manner to requests for verification of certificates.
4.7
In addition, the Sub-Committee reiterated its invitation at STW 43 to Member
Governments and international organizations to submit proposals on a strategy to address
the problems associated with fraudulent certificates of competency to the next session.
Certification verification facility
4.8
The Sub-Committee also noted the oral information provided by the Secretariat that
the certification verification facility through the IMO website had been used 11,371 times
during the year 2012.
5
CASUALTY ANALYSIS
5.1
The Sub-Committee recalled that MSC 77 (MSC 77/26, paragraph 18.10) agreed to
retain the item on "Casualty Analysis" in the work programme of the Sub-Committee and that
this decision was reaffirmed by MSC 78 (MSC 78/26, paragraph 24.8).
5.2
The Sub-Committee noted that, at this session, no documents have either
been submitted for consideration or referred to the Sub-Committee by either the
FSI Sub-Committee or any other technical body of the Organization for review, and
consequently agreed to defer further consideration of the item to STW 45.
6
DEVELOPMENT OF AN E-NAVIGATION STRATEGY IMPLEMENTATION PLAN
6.1
The Sub-Committee recalled that STW 43 had:
6.2
.1
noted the proposed Methodology of the Human Element Analysing Process

(HEAP) for potential e-navigation solutions prepared by the
Correspondence Group on e-navigation; and
.2
endorsed the final draft list of gaps relevant to training (STW 43/WP.3/Rev.1,
annex), which was forwarded to NAV 58, for final consideration.
The Sub-Committee was informed that MSC 91 had noted that:

.1
NAV 58, after reviewing the progress made within the framework
established by the e-navigation strategy, had, inter alia:
.1
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noted the completion of the gap analysis and approved the final list
of gaps of e-navigation (NAV 58/14, annex 7);
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endorsed the preliminary list of potential e-navigation solutions as

work in progress and agreed that the above list should be used as the
basis for further identification of Risk Control Options, as preparation
for the Formal Safety Assessment (NAV 58/WP.6/Rev.1, annex 2);
.3
endorsed the HEAP in e-navigation (NAV 58/6, annex 3); and
.4
re-established the Correspondence Group on e-navigation, under

the coordination of Norway, with the terms of reference, as set out
in paragraph 6.44 of the NAV 58 report.
6.3
The Sub-Committee was advised that COMSAR 17 had already considered the
potential e-navigation solutions related to radiocommunications and search and rescue, and
provided relevant comments and observations to the Correspondence Group (CG), as set
out in paragraphs 4 to 11 of document COMSAR 17/WP.5, to be taken into account for the
preparation of the final list of potential e-navigation solutions, as well as during the
cost-benefit and risk analysis process, to be submitted by the CG to NAV 59.
6.4
The Sub-Committee was further informed that the CG was, inter alia, progressing:
.1
the cost-benefit and risk analysis, including the list of potential e-navigation
solutions, with a view to finalization at NAV 59; and
.2
the work on the development of the Strategy implementation plan,

with a view to finalization at NAV 60, in 2014, and final adoption by MSC 94.
REPORT OF THE CORRESPONDENCE GROUP ON E-NAVIGATION

6.5
Norway (STW 44/6) presented the report of the CG on e-navigation to the
Sub-Committee, which contained information related to the progress made with the
cost-benefit and risk analysis, the review of the HEAP and the development of draft
Guidelines for a usability framework for navigational equipment and its harmonization with
the HEAP. The CG on e-navigation had also prioritized five potential main e-navigation
solutions, which would be the basis for the risk and cost/benefit analyses to be presented
to NAV 59.
6.6
Australia (STW 44/6/1) commented on issues identified in the report of the CG on
e-navigation related to the application of the HEAP to e-navigation. They noted that the
report of the correspondence group mentioned that limitations were identified when HEAP
was applied to e-navigation, and documents COMSAR 16/11, annex 3, and NAV 58/INF.10
suggested that HEAP, in its current format, presented a number of significant limitations in
terms of applicability to the development of e-navigation. Accordingly, Australia proposed
a possible way forward to revise HEAP, to better meet future IMO requirements in ensuring
that the human element was appropriately considered.
6.7
The Sub-Committee considered in detail the actions requested of it (STW 44/6,
paragraph 17), along with the information provided in document STW 44/6/1.
6.8

.1
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HEAP was a well-established tool;
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it was timely to revise HEAP;
.3
any review of HEAP should be considered not only from an e-navigation

perspective but also from a wider and holistic perspective; and
.4
it would be necessary to submit a proposal for an output to the MSC.
6.9
In light of the foregoing and bearing in mind that e-navigation strategy
implementation plan was still under development, the Sub-Committee noted the ongoing
processes of Risk and Cost/Benefit Analyses for e-navigation and agreed that HEAP would
benefit from a general review to ensure that it is fit for wider use. Accordingly, the
Sub-Committee invited interested Member Governments to submit a proposal for reviewing
HEAP as an unplanned output to MSC 93.
7
DEVELOPMENT OF GUIDANCE
THE 2010 MANILA AMENDMENTS
FOR
THE
IMPLEMENTATION
OF
7.1
The Sub-Committee recalled that MSC 89 agreed to include, in the 2012-2013 biennial
agenda of the STW Sub-Committee and in the provisional agenda for STW 43, a planned output
on "Development of guidance for the implementation of the 2010 Manila Amendments",
with a target completion year of 2014.
7.2
The Sub-Committee noted that no substantive proposals had been submitted under
this agenda item.
7.3
The BIMCO observer informed the Sub-Committee that Denmark and BIMCO had
carried out an ECDIS survey, part of which also addressed ECDIS training, wherein a
number of questions about ECDIS anomalies were raised. A majority of the ships had
responded that they still used paper charts together with ECDIS. On the question of ECDIS
training ashore, 75 per cent had responded that they had received training for five days or
more, while only a few indicated that they had not received any ECDIS training ashore.
In this regard, they informed the Sub-Committee that a full report on the ECDIS survey will
be submitted to NAV 59.
7.4
In this context, a number of delegations informed the Sub-Committee of difficulties
faced by seafarers and shipowners during port State control inspections, particularly with
regard to the inability by seafarers to provide evidence of completion of the ECDIS model
course, while being holders of valid certificates of competency.
7.5
The Sub-Committee noted that, despite the guidance promulgated by the
Organization related to ECDIS training (STCW.7/Circ.18), seafarers and shipowners
continue to face difficulties during port State control inspections, and agreed that this matter
should be brought to the attention of the FSI Sub-Committee for appropriate action.
7.6
In light of the foregoing, the Sub-Committee instructed Working Group 1 to consider
this matter in detail and to advise the Sub-Committee on the way forward.
7.7
The Sub-Committee noted with appreciation the information provided by IMLA
(STW 44/INF.7) on the International Maritime Lecturers Association (IMLA) MET Teaching
Resources ePlatform.
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Instructions to the working group
7.8
The Sub-Committee instructed the Working Group on Training Matters, taking into
account decisions and comments in the plenary, to:
.1
consider issues related to ECDIS training and the difficulties faced by

seafarers and shipowners during port State control inspections, and advise
the Sub-Committee on the way forward; and
.2
submit its report on Friday, 3 May 2013.
Report of the working group

7.9
Having considered the report of the working group (STW 44/WP.3), the
Sub-Committee agreed that no further guidance to port State control officers on ECDIS
training was necessary, and instructed the Secretariat to inform FSI 22 accordingly.
8
PROMOTION OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE 1995 STCW-F CONVENTION
8.1
The Sub-Committee recalled that:

.1
STW 34, in view of the need for the Sub-Committee to provide clarifications
on the STCW-F Convention provisions to ensure its uniform
implementation, invited the Committee to include a new work programme
item, with a low priority, on "Clarification of STCW-F Convention provisions
and follow-up action to the associated Conference resolutions"; and
.2
the 1995 STCW-F Convention entered into force on 29 September 2012.
8.2
The Sub-Committee noted that no documents have been submitted for
consideration at this session and agreed to defer further consideration to STW 45.
8.3
The delegation of Greece stated that due to the long time-lag between the adoption
and entry into force of the STCW-F Convention, the requirements did not reflect the current
needs of the industry. Accordingly, it would be appropriate for the provisions to be reviewed
and revised.
8.4
In this context, the Sub-Committee noting the above statement invited Greece to
submit a proposal for an unplanned output to MSC 93 for consideration.
9
DEVELOPMENT OF GUIDELINES FOR WING-IN-GROUND CRAFT
9.1
The Sub-Committee recalled that MSC 90 had considered document MSC 90/25/10
(Republic of Korea), proposing to revise the Interim Guidelines for Wing-In-Ground (WIG)
craft (MSC/Circ.1162) and instructed the STW Sub-Committee to consider the issue, taking
into account document MSC 90/25/10, under its existing output "Development of guidelines
for wing-in-ground craft".
9.2
The Sub-Committee noted that no documents had been submitted under this
agenda item.
9.3
Furthermore, the Republic of Korea informed the Sub-Committee that it had made
efforts to amend the Interim Guidelines of Wing-In-Ground (WIG) craft through trials, tests
and commercialization; however, production of WIG craft had been delayed, consequently
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affecting the trial-run schedulesThereforeit had not been possible for the Republic of
Korea to submit a proposal for training requirements for officers on WIG craft in time for
consideration by the Sub-Committee at this session. The Republic of Korea hoped that when
the trial run of WIG craft was successfully completed in the near future, the Sub-Committee
could resume discussion on the revision of training requirements for officers on WIG craft.
9.4
In light of the foregoing, the Sub-Committee agreed to defer further consideration
to STW 45, and invited Member States and interested international organizations to submit
relevant proposals for consideration.
10
ROLE OF THE HUMAN ELEMENT
Outcome of MSC 90, MSC 91 and MEPC 64

10.1
The Sub-Committee noted the information on the outcome of MSC 90, MSC 91 and
MEPC 64, in particular that MSC 91 and MEPC 64 had approved:
.1
draft Assembly resolution on the revised Guidelines on implementation of

the ISM Code by Administrations;
.2
draft Assembly resolution on the revised Guidelines for the structure of an

integrated system of contingency planning for safety emergencies; and
.3
revised MSC-MEPC circular on Guidelines

implementation of the ISM Code by Companies.
for
the
operational
Guidelines for the reactivation of the Safety Management Certificate following an

operational interruption of the Safety Management System due to lay-up over a certain
period
10.2
The Sub-Committee recalled that at STW 43, due to time constraints, the Working
Group on the Role of the Human Element was unable to undertake a detailed consideration
of the proposal by Austria, et al. (STW 43/10/4) on draft Guidelines for the reactivation of the
Safety Management Certificate following an operational interruption of the SMS due to lay-up
over a certain period, and agreed that this should be considered at this session.
10.3
Furthermore, STW 43 had also agreed that consideration of health and safety
aspects relating to those individuals remaining on board during any out-of-service period
should be addressed at STW 44. Accordingly, the Sub-Committee invited Member
Governments and international organizations to submit comments and proposals for
consideration at STW 44.
10.4
The Sub-Committee noted that no further comments or proposals had been
submitted for consideration at this session.
10.5
Taking into account the decision of STW 43, the Sub-Committee referred this
document to the Working Group on the Role of the Human Element, for detailed
consideration and preparation of draft Guidelines for the reactivation of the Safety
Management Certificate following an operational interruption of the SMS due to lay-up over
a certain period, with a view to approval by the Committees.
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Control of safety when transferring persons at sea
10.6
The Sub-Committee noted MSC 91 had agreed that guidelines on safety when
transferring persons at sea should be developed, and instructed the Human Element
Working Group at STW 44 to develop Guidelines on safety when transferring persons at sea,
taking into account the information contained in document MSC 89/24/1 (Denmark),
resolution A.1045(27) and SOLAS regulation V/23.
10.7
As instructed by MSC 91, the Sub-Committee considered document MSC 89/24/1
(Denmark), which:
.1
provided information related to several incidents that occurred during

transfer of persons from small transport tenders to larger ships lying at
anchor in Danish coastal waters, resulting in fatalities; and
.2
proposed recommendations that might be used by Administrations and the

industry during the transfer of personnel at sea, together with resolution
A.1045(27) and SOLAS regulation V/23 with a view to developing
Guidelines on safety when transferring persons at sea.
10.8
As instructed by MSC 91, the Sub-Committee referred these documents to the
Working Group on the Role of the Human Element, for detailed consideration and
preparation of Guidelines on safety when transferring persons at sea, with a view to approval
by the Committee.
Enhancing the efficiency and user-friendliness of the ISM Code
Revision of ISM Code to include transfer of ship maintenance and failure records
10.9
Canada and the Republic of Korea (STW 44/10/1) proposed amendments to the
International Safety Management (ISM) Code to include the transfer of the ship's
maintenance and failure records for safety critical equipment at the change of company, with
a view to enhancing the efficiency and user-friendliness of the ISM Code.
10.10

.1
this matter deserved further consideration, in particular the fundamental

issue of enforcement and should be considered in-depth;
.2
the practical measures that might be taken in the absence of records

needed to be determined;
.3
the ISM Code already provides the general framework for management
procedures to deal with this issue and that the Code does not need any
further amendments;
.4
the concerns related to operational, commercial and legal implications

discussed at FSI 18 should be taken into consideration when discussing
this issue;
.5
identification of critical equipment should be part of the risk analysis of each

Company within its safety management system;
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.6
there were concerns regarding the requirement to retain records for a period
of 10 years which was beyond the normal record-keeping practices;
.7
this matter could result in disputes between Companies; and
.8
while yachts engaged in trade have to comply with the requirements of the
ISM Code, pleasure yachts not engaged in trade were not required to do
so. However, yachts alternate between trading and non-trading operations
and, hence, may not be able to maintain an unbroken record of technical
maintenance. Accordingly, this should be taken into account, when
developing amendments to the ISM Code.
10.11 After some discussion, the Sub-Committee referred this document to Working Group
on Role of the Human Element, for detailed consideration and advise the Sub-Committee
accordingly.
Evaluation of fatigue and fatigue mitigation practices
10.12 The United Kingdom (STW 44/10) provided a summary of Project HORIZON, which
was the first study on seafarer fatigue to use empirical evidence and seek to replicate, to the
extent practicable, safety conditions. It provided a scientifically robust understanding of the
effect of different watchkeeping patterns on seafarer cognitive performance, and has
enabled the development of a mathematically robust Fatigue Management Toolkit (FMT) and
also provides data for consideration of alternative approaches to conventional watchkeeping
patterns.
10.13

.1
the results of Project Horizon provided a scientific analysis based on

objective research that could assist in preventing maritime accidents and
deserved further consideration;
.2
seafarer fatigue is an issue of serious concern and needed to be addressed

urgently;
.3
the fatigue study has provided valuable information concerning tiredness

which affects the cognitive performance of watchkeepers;
.4
the Human Element Working Group needed to address fatigue in the

context of hours of work, hours of rest and minimum safe manning; and
.5
existing guidelines promulgated by the Organization related to fatigue

needed to be revised.
10.14 In light of the foregoing, the Sub-Committee invited interested Member

Governments to submit to MSC 93 proposals for an unplanned output for a holistic review of
issues related to fatigue, for consideration.
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Establishment of working group
10.15 The Sub-Committee established the Working Group 2 on Role of the Human
Element under the chairmanship of Captain Moises De Gracia (Panama), and instructed it,
taking into account decisions and comments made in plenary, to:
.1
consider document STW 43/10/4 (Austria, et al.) and develop Guidelines

for the reactivation of the Safety Management Certificate following an
operational interruption of the SMS due to lay-up over a certain period;
.2
consider document MSC 89/24/1 (Denmark) and taking into account the
information contained in resolution A.1045(27) and SOLAS regulation V/23
and develop Guidelines on safety when transferring persons at sea;
.3
consider document STW 44/10/1 (Republic of Korea and Canada) and

prepare draft amendments to the ISM Code; and
.4

10.16 Having considered the report of the working group (STW 44/WP.4), the
Sub-Committee approved it, in general, and took action as summarized in the ensuing
paragraphs.
Guidelines for the reactivation of the Safety Management Certificate following an
operational interruption of the SMS due to lay-up over a certain period
10.17 The Sub-Committee endorsed the draft MSC-MEPC circular on Guidelines for the
reactivation of the Safety Management Certificate following an operational interruption of the
SMS due to lay-up over a certain period, as set out in annex 1, and invited the Committees to
approve it.
Control of safety when transferring persons at sea
10.18 The Sub-Committee endorsed the draft MSC-MEPC circular on Guidance on safety
when transferring persons at sea, as set out in annex 2, and invited the Committees to
approve it.
10.19 In this context, the IACS observer informed the Sub-Committee that IACS was
currently in the process of finalizing an IACS Procedural Requirement (PR) on this issue of
boat transfers. He stated that the surveyor had the authority to abort the boat transfer that
the surveyor had been requested to undertake, in case of adverse weather conditions,
or non-adherence to other provisions in the Procedural Requirement, that were similar to
those provided in section 4 of the above-mentioned guidance.
Consideration of the issue of transfer of ship maintenance and failure records
10.20 The Sub-Committee concurred with the view that transfer of ship maintenance and
failure records could pose a number of significant practical difficulties, in particular, related to
implementation and agreed not to develop amendments to the ISM Code for the transfer of
ship maintenance and failure records, and invited the Committees to endorse this decision.
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DEVELOPMENT OF GUIDANCE
TUG-BARGE OPERATIONS
FOR
PERSONNEL
INVOLVED
WITH
11.1
The Sub-Committee recalled that MSC 90 had included in the 2012-2013 biennial
agenda of the STW Sub-Committee and in the provisional agenda for STW 44, an unplanned
output on "Development of guidance for personnel involved with tug-barge operations",
with a target completion year of 2014, in association with the DE Sub-Committee.
11.2
The Republic of Korea and Malaysia (STW 44/11) proposed guidance regarding the
training of personnel in charge of, or involved in, tug-barge operations for the consideration
of the Sub-Committee.
11.3

.1
the proposal provided a good basis for tug operators to fulfil their
obligations under regulation I/14 of the STCW Convention and section 6 of
the ISM Code;
.2
guidance should provide that there was a common working language on board;
.3
seafarers should be able to clearly understand their responsibilities; and
.4
in providing guidance, there should be no duplication of requirements within

the STCW Code.
11.4
After some discussion, the Sub-Committee referred the document to the Working
Group 1 on Training Matters, for detailed consideration with a view to developing guidance
regarding the training of personnel in charge of, or involved in, tug-barge operations.
11.5
Sub-Committee approved it, in general, and took action as summarized in the ensuing
paragraphs.
11.6
The Sub-Committee, noting that the working group, due to wide-ranging opinions
was unable to develop the appropriate guidance, invited interested Member Governments
and international organizations to submit more detailed and comprehensive proposals for
consideration at the next session.
12
REVISION OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS ON TRAINING OF PERSONNEL ON

MOBILE OFFSHORE UNITS (MOUs)
12.1
The Sub-Committee recalled that MSC 90 included in the 2012-2013 biennial
agenda of the STW Sub-Committee and in the provisional agenda for STW 44 an unplanned
output on Revision of the Recommendations on training of personnel on mobile offshore
units (MOUs) (resolution A.891(21)), with a target completion year of 2013.
12.2
Liberia, IADC and IMCA (STW 44/12) having noted changes in industry practices,
taking into account the 2010 Manila Amendments to the STCW Convention and Code,
proposed the revision of resolution A.891(21).
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12.3

.1
it was a positive initiative to closely align with the requirements for the
STCW Convention, as amended;
.2
definitions proposed needed to be reviewed;
.3
some proposed amendments extended above the scope of the STCW

Convention; and
.4
there was a need to finalize the amendments at this session with a view to
approval by MSC 92 and adoption by A 28.
12.4
After some discussion, the Sub-Committee referred document STW 44/12 to
Working Group 1 on Training Matters, for detailed consideration and revision of resolution
A.891(21), as appropriate, with a view to approval by MSC 92 and adoption by A 28.
12.5
Sub-Committee endorsed the draft Assembly resolution on Recommendations for the
training and certification of personnel on mobile offshore units (MOUs), as set out in annex 3,
and invited MSC 92 to approve it with a view to adoption by A 28.
13
DEVELOPMENT OF A MANDATORY CODE FOR SHIPS OPERATING IN POLAR

WATERS
13.1
The Sub-Committee recalled that MSC 90 had concurred with DE 56's referral of the
appropriate chapters of the draft Polar Code to COMSAR 16, FP 56, NAV 58, SLF 55
and STW 43, together with relevant explanatory comments (DE 56/WP.4, annex 2), for
consideration and advice to DE 57, as appropriate.
13.2
The Sub-Committee also recalled that due to the short time period between DE 56
and STW 43, it had not been possible for Member Governments and international
organizations to submit comments and proposals within the deadline for submission of
documents. Accordingly, STW 43 had invited Member Governments and international
organizations to submit comments and proposals to STW 44, and deferred its consideration
to STW 44 accordingly.
13.3
Canada (STW 44/13) provided information on proposed training requirements for
officers and crew on board ships operating in polar waters, with a view to the inclusion
of a new regulation on Special training requirements in chapter V of the annex to the STCW
Convention, and a new section on Special training requirements in chapter V of part A of the
STCW Code.
13.4
Canada, et al. (STW 44/13/1) recognizing that the STCW Convention and Code
contains "all" of the global standards for seafarer training, certification and watchkeeping,
including specialized training, drew the Sub-Committee's attention to the work already
conducted on this issue during the comprehensive review of the STCW Convention and
Code, and proposed that the information in document STW/ISWG 2/5/3 Report of the
correspondence group on "Training of personnel operating in ice-covered waters" could
form a good basis for discussions on this matter. Furthermore, they were of the opinion that
the training requirements should be developed for the entire polar waters, but not restricted
to the ice-covered part of polar waters.
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13.5
Argentina (STW 44/13/2) provided comments on manning, training and certification
related to the proposed training requirements for officers and crew on board ships operating
in polar waters.
13.6

.1
all masters and officers in charge of the navigational watch must have a
mandatory basic training on board ships operating in "Polar Waters"
irrespective of the ships category;
.2
all training, certification and watchkeeping requirements for seafarers,

including specialized training, should be included in the STCW Convention
and Code;
.3
requirements for specialized training for masters and officers operating in

Polar waters should be included in chapter V;
.4
the scope of the advice requested by the DE Sub-Committee related to the

training requirements in chapter 13 of the Polar Code should be clarified by
the Sub-Committee;
.5
it was necessary to evaluate the application of guidance in section B-V/g to

ensure that all training requirements for personnel operating in Polar waters
under development should be practical;
.6
priority should be given to the advice requested by the DE Sub-Committee

on the training requirements as presently contained in chapter 13,
paragraphs 13.3 and 13.4 of the draft Polar Code;
.7
the inclusion of training requirements in part A of the STCW Code would

render the functional requirements in paragraph 13.2.1.3 of the Polar Code
redundant;
.8
training requirements should be included in chapter V of the STCW Code

and that alternative training using simulators should also be acceptable;
.9
basic training should be developed for all officers on ships operating in

ice-covered waters, and specialized training for those officers operating in
Polar waters, taking into account the basic training requirements included in
chapters II and III;
.10
the STCW Convention provided the infrastructure for training and

certification of seafarers; and
.11
difficulties encountered during the development of training requirements

related to the ISPS Code should be avoided.
13.7
After an in-depth discussion, and noting DE 56's referral of the appropriate chapters of
the draft Polar Code to STW 43, together with relevant explanatory comments (DE 56/WP.4,
annex 2), the Sub-Committee referred the above documents to Working Group 1 on Training
matters, for detailed consideration and to undertake an analysis of the advantages and
disadvantages in terms of providing training requirements in chapter 13 of the draft Polar Code or
alternatively, in chapter V of the STCW Convention and Code and advise the Sub-Committee,
as appropriate.
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13.8
The Sub-Committee instructed the Working Group on Training Matters, taking into
.1
consider the information contained in documents STW 44/13, STW 44/13/1

and STW 44/13/2 and advise the Sub-Committee, as appropriate; and
.2

13.9
Sub-Committee approved the report in general and took action as summarized in the
ensuing paragraphs.
13.10 The Sub-Committee noted the advantages and disadvantages identified for
including the training and certification provisions for the Polar Code in chapter 13 of the draft
Polar Code or, alternatively, in chapter V of the STCW Convention and Code.
13.11 The Sub-Committee agreed to make reference to the appropriate provisions of
STCW Convention and Code in chapter 13 of the Polar Code, and instructed the Secretariat
to inform the DE Sub-Committee accordingly.
13.12 The Sub-Committee also agreed that the appropriate instrument to include the
training and certification provisions for the Polar Code was chapter V of the STCW
Convention and Code, and invited MSC 92 to endorse the Sub-Committee's view, and
instruct the Secretariat to inform DE 58 accordingly.
13.13 The Sub-Committee agreed that the recommendation that STCW Code,
section B-V/g on Guidance regarding training of masters and officers for ships operating in
polar waters, might be used as interim provisions.
13.14 The Sub-Committee noted the opinion that the process of developing training and
certification requirements in the STCW Convention and Code for ships operating in polar
waters could start immediately once the draft Polar Code was mature or finalized.
14
REVIEW AND MODERNIZATION OF THE GLOBAL MARITIME DISTRESS AND

SAFETY SYSTEM (GMDSS)
14.1
agenda of the COMSAR, NAV and STW Sub-Committees and provisional agendas for
COMSAR 17 and STW 44 an unplanned output on "Review and modernization of the Global
Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)", with a target completion year of 2017,
assigning the COMSAR Sub-Committee as the coordinating organ and in association with
the NAV and STW Sub-Committees.
14.2
The Sub-Committee noting that no documents had been submitted for consideration
or referred to the Sub-Committee by COMSAR 17 for review, deferred further consideration
of the Review and modernization of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System
(GMDSS) to STW 45, pending further input from COMSAR 18.
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15
REVIEW OF GENERAL CARGO SHIP SAFETY
15.1
agenda of the STW Sub-Committee and in the provisional agenda for STW 44 an item on
"Review of general cargo ship safety" with a target completion year of 2013, instructing the
Sub-Committee to consider the relevant risk control options listed in annex 4 to document
MSC 90/WP.7.
15.2
The Sub-Committee was informed (STW 44/15) that MSC 90 had instructed the
Sub-Committee to consider the following Risk Control Options (MSC 90/WP.7, annex 4)
relating to training of crew and/or pilots and further examine their feasibility and how to
realize them:
15.3
.1
RCO 26 (operational/training): ECDIS training of all officers of watch;
.2
RCO 23 (operational/training): Simulator training for increasing situational

awareness; and
.3
RCO 8 (operational/training): Improving preparation and handling of ship for

manoeuvring in restricted waters (crew and pilot).
In the ensuing discussion, the views were expressed that, with respect to:
.1
RCO 26, the Organization has promulgated guidance on ECDIS training

(STCW.7/Circ.18) and published model course 1.27 on Operational use of
electronic chart display and information systems (ECDIS);
.2
with respect to RCO 23, training requirements in chapter II of the STCW

Convention and Code included provisions on Simulator training to address
increasing situational awareness; and
.3
with respect to RCO 8, the proposal was vague; however, chapter VIII of
the STCW Code included provisions for the exchange of information
between the master and pilot.
15.4
After some discussion, the Sub-Committee agreed that the STCW Convention and
Code adequately covered training requirements relating to the aforementioned RCOs, and
recommended to the Committee that no further action is required.
16
BIENNIAL AGENDA AND PROVISIONAL AGENDA FOR STW 45
General
16.1
The Sub-Committee recalled that the Assembly, at its twenty-seventh session, had
approved the Strategic Plan for the Organization (for the six-year period 2012 to 2017)
(resolution A.1037(27)) and the High-level Action Plan of the Organization and priorities for
the 2012-2013 biennium (resolution A.1038(27)).
16.2
In considering matters related to the biennial agenda, provisional agenda and
arrangements for its next session, the Sub-Committee recalled that:
.1
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for the High-level Action Plan for the coming biennium, for consideration
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by MSC 92, for inclusion in the Committee's proposals to C 110 for the
High-level Action Plan for 2014-2015; and
.2
with regard to the proposed Sub-Committee restructuring, the Sub-Committee

should still prepare its biennial and provisional agendas accordingly, bearing in
mind that they are subject to change pending the decisions of MEPC 65,
MSC 92 and C 110.
Biennial agenda, post-biennial agenda and provisional agenda for STW 45

16.3
Taking into account the progress made during this session, the Sub-Committee
prepared its draft revised biennial agenda for the 2014-2015 biennium, including outputs on
the Committee's post-biennial agenda that fall under the purview of the Sub-Committee,
as appropriate (STW 44/WP.2, annex 1) and the provisional agenda for STW 45
(STW 44/WP.2, annex 2), as set out in annexes 4 and 5 respectively, for consideration and
approval by MSC 92.
Arrangements for the next session
16.4
The Sub-Committee agreed to establish, at its next session, the following groups:
Working Groups:
.1
Training matters;
.2
Role of the Human Element; and
.3
[To be decided].
Drafting Groups:
.1
Validation of model training courses;
.2
[To be decided].
Correspondence Group:
.1
Development of training requirements related to the IGF Code.
Status of planned outputs in the High-level Action Plan

16.5
The Sub-Committee, noting that the status of planned outputs would no longer be
produced as part of a working paper during the session in order to avoid a duplication of
work, invited MSC 92 to note the status of planned outputs, set out in annex 6.
Date of the next session
16.6
The Sub-Committee noted the information provided by the Secretariat that the date
of the next session would be announced in due course, pending the decisions by MEPC 65,
MSC 92 and C 110 on the proposed Sub-Committee restructuring.
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17
ANY OTHER BUSINESS
Code for the implementation of mandatory IMO instruments

17.1
The Sub-Committee recalled that STW 43 had:

.1
prepared the draft amendments to the International Convention on

Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping, 1978, as amended
and the Seafarers' Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Code
to include the mandatory Member State Audit Scheme; and
.2
noted that FSI 20 had recommended to MEPC 64 and MSC 91 that

amendments to the relevant instruments should be adopted after the III Code
has been adopted by A 28, and the preferred method of referencing
proposed by FSI 20 would be to incorporate the symbol of the Assembly
resolution adopting the III Code into the text of the amendments to the
mandatory instruments.
17.2
In this context, the Sub-Committee noted that MSC 91 having considered the
proposal submitted by the United States (MSC 91/11/5) and noting its substantive nature,
taking into account that the amendments to the Convention related to the Audit Scheme would
only be adopted by the Committee in 2014, referred the proposal to the Sub-Committee for
consideration along with the draft amendments to the STCW Convention and Code prepared
by STW 43, with a view to approval by MSC 92 and adoption by MSC 93 in 2014.
17.3
The United States (STW 44/17/1), taking into account the comments and issues
raised during MSC 91, had revised its original submission (MSC 91/11/5), and proposed
revisions to the proposed amendments to part A of the STCW Code, prepared by STW 43
to make the Code for the implementation of mandatory IMO instruments and auditing mandatory.
17.4
In the ensuing discussion, the majority of delegations supported the proposal in
document STW 44/17/1 (United States); however, some concerns were raised regarding
auditing of fitness for duty, port State control legislation under control procedures and
consistency of references in the proposed amendments.
17.5
After some discussion, the Sub-Committee referred the document to
Working Group 1 to finalize the draft amendments to the STCW Convention and Code,
with a view to approval by MSC 92.
17.6
The Sub-Committee instructed the Working group on Training Matters, taking into
.1
consider document STW 44/17/1 (United States), and finalize draft

amendments to the STCW Convention and Code; and
.2
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17.7
Sub-Committee approved the draft amendments to the STCW Convention and Code, as set
out in annexes 7 and 8, to make the III Code and IMO Member States Audit Scheme
mandatory, and invited MSC 92 to approve them with a view to adoption at MSC 93.
International Code of safety for ships using gas or other low-flashpoint fuels with
properties similar to liquefied natural gas (IGF Code)
17.8
The Sub-Committee recalled that BLG 16 had agreed that it was premature to include
any training requirements in chapter 18 of the draft International Code of safety for ships using
gas or other low-flashpoint fuels (IGF Code), even as interim provisions, before these could be
considered by the STW Sub-Committee. BLG 16, in considering whether specific training
requirements for gas and chemical tankers already in place are suitable for officers and crew
serving on ships fuelled by gas or low-flashpoint fuels, had requested STW 43 to consider
chapter 18 of the draft IGF Code (BLG 17/8) submitted to BLG 17 and provide guidance on
any training requirements for inclusion in the draft Code being developed.
17.9
In this context, the Sub-Committee noted that, due to the short time period between
BLG 16 and STW 43, it had not been possible for Member Governments to submit
comments and proposals within the deadline for submission of documents for STW 43.
Accordingly, STW 43 had invited Member Governments to consider the matter in detail and
submit comments and proposals to STW 44 and deferred its consideration to STW 44.
17.10 The Sub-Committee (STW 44/2/Add.1 (part)) was informed that BLG 17 had
requested the Sub-Committee's advice on sections 18.4 to 18.6 of document BLG 17/8/1,
annex, part D.
17.11 The United States (STW 44/17/2) proposed that there was a need to develop
mandatory training requirements for the officers and crew serving on ships fuelled by gas or
low-flashpoint fuels, and that this standard should be included in the STCW Convention and
Code. In this context, the view was also expressed that, while the existing mandatory training
required for seafarers sailing aboard liquefied gas tankers exceeds the requirements for
seafarers sailing aboard ships using gas and other low-flashpoint fuels, it could effectively be
used to develop the appropriate training requirement for personnel on ships using gas and
other low-flashpoint fuels.
17.12 Norway (STW 44/17/3) provided information related to training requirements for
officers and crew on board ships using low-flashpoint fuels, and proposed that such training
requirements should be included in the STCW Convention and Code, so that all training
requirements were contained in one instrument.
17.13 Denmark (STW 44/17/4) provided information on the recommendations from the
North European LNG Infrastructure Project and proposed to include the relevant parts of
these recommendations while developing new training requirements to be included in the
proposed International Code of safety for ships using gases or other low-flashpoint fuels.
17.14 France (STW 44/17/5) proposed to revise sections 11.4 to 11.6 (training
requirements) of the draft International Code of safety for ships using gas or other
low-flashpoint fuels developed by the BLG Sub-Committee.
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17.15 ITF (STW 44/17/6) commented on documents STW 44/17/2 (United States),
STW 44/17/3 (Norway) and STW 44/17/4 (Denmark) relating to training requirements for
officers and crew on board ships using low-flashpoint fuels, and proposed to amend the
STCW Convention and Code accordingly.
17.16

.1
all training, certification and watchkeeping requirements for seafarers,

including specialized training, should be in the STCW Convention and Code;
.2
requirements for specialized training for masters and officers on ships using
gas or other low-flashpoint fuels should be included in chapter V;
.3
document STW 44/17/5 (France) provided a useful framework and basis for
further consideration of this matter;
.4
requirements in section 15A were already addressed in the STCW Code,

and that requirements in section 15B for shore-based personnel was
outside the scope of work of the Sub-Committee;
.5
existing training requirements should not be downscaled;
.6
the existing competences in chapter V are not suitable for the IGF Code;
.7
in view of the small number of LNG-fuelled ships and seafarers operating

them and in the absence of mandatory IGF Code at present, it was
premature to develop detailed training requirements;
.8
training requirements on LNG ships may not be suitable for ships fuelled by
gas or other low-flashpoint fuels;
.9
greater priority should be placed on mitigating the risks to seafarers and

passengers on board ships fuelled by gas or other low-flashpoint fuels; and
.10
taking into account the strict timetable for the BLG Sub-Committee to
complete this work, there was an urgent need to develop the training
requirements at an early date.
17.17 After an in-depth discussion, the Sub-Committee referred the above documents to
Working Group 1 for detailed consideration and to undertake an analysis of the advantages
and disadvantages in terms of providing training requirements in chapter 18 of the draft
IGF Code or, alternatively, in chapter V of the STCW Convention and Code, and advice,
as appropriate.
17.18 The Sub-Committee noted with appreciation the information contained in documents
STW 44/INF.4 (Norway), STW 44/INF.5 (Denmark) and STW 44/INF.6 (France).
17.19 The Sub-Committee instructed the Working Group on Training Matters, taking into
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.1
consider documents STW 44/17/2 (United States), STW 44/17/3 (Norway),

STW 44/17/4 (Denmark), STW 44/17/5 (France) and STW 44/17/6 (ITF),
and undertake an analysis of the advantages and disadvantages in terms
of providing training requirements in chapter 18 of the draft IGF Code or,
alternatively, in chapter V of the STCW Convention and Code, and advise
the Sub-Committee, as appropriate; and
.2

Sub-Committee took action as summarized in the ensuing paragraphs.
17.21 The Sub-Committee noted the advantages and disadvantages identified for
introducing the training and certification provisions for the IGF Code in chapter 18 of the draft
IGF Code or, alternatively, in chapter V of the STCW Convention and Code.
17.22 The Sub-Committee agreed to make reference to the appropriate provisions of the
STCW Convention and Code in chapter 18 of the IGF Code, and instructed the Secretariat to
inform BLG 18 accordingly.
17.23 The Sub-Committee also agreed that the appropriate instrument to include the
training and certification provisions for the IGF Code was chapter V of the STCW Convention
and Code, and invited MSC 92 to endorse the Sub-Committee's view and instruct the
Secretariat to inform BLG 18 accordingly.
17.24 The Sub-Committee approved, subject to MSC 92's endorsement referred to in
paragraph 17.23 above, the establishment of a correspondence group1, coordinated by the
United States, for training and certification requirements for seafarers for ships using gases
or other low-flashpoint fuels, with the following terms of reference:
.1
The correspondence group, taking into account documents STW 44/17/2

(United States),
STW 44/17/3
(Norway),
STW 44/17/4
(Denmark),
STW 44/17/5 (France) and STW 44/17/6 (ITF), and taking into account the
relevant decisions and comments made at STW 44, should:
.1
prepare the draft text of chapter V of the STCW Convention and

Code on training and certification requirements for seafarers for
ships using gases or other low-flashpoint fuels;
Coordinator:
Mr. Davis J. Breyer
Marine Transportation Specialist
Commandant (CG-5221)
U.S. Coast Guard
2100, 2nd St. S.W. Stop 7126
Washington, DC. 20593-7126
Tel:
(202) 372 1445;
Fax:
(202) 372-1926
E-mail:
Davis.J.Breyer@uscg.mil
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.2
prepare final draft interim guidance on training for seafarers on ships

using gases or other low-flashpoint fuels, based on document
STW 44/17/5 (France); and
.3
submit a report to STW 45.
17.25 The Sub-Committee noted that the current title of chapter V of the STCW
Convention and Code might need to be amended in future to reflect the possible training and
certification requirements related to the Polar and IGF Codes.
Requirements for periodic servicing and maintenance of lifeboats and rescue boats
17.26 The Sub-Committee (STW 44/2/Add.1 (part)) was informed that DE 57, in its
consideration of the draft MSC resolution on Requirements for periodic servicing and
maintenance of lifeboats and rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear (DE 57/6,
annex 1), had agreed to retain paragraph 8.2.1.7 concerning education and training for initial
certification of personnel and requested the STW Sub-Committee to consider the matter.
17.27

.1
this was a requirement for shore-based personnel and outside the scope of
the STCW Convention and Code; and
.2
shore-based personnel working on board for periodic servicing and

maintenance of lifeboats and rescue boats, launching appliances and
release gear should be covered by the ship's safety management system
under the ISM Code.
17.28 After some discussion, the Sub-Committee agreed to refer paragraph 8.2.1.7 of
document DE 57/6, annex 1 to WG 1 for detailed consideration and to advise the
Sub-Committee, as appropriate.
17.29 The Sub-Committee instructed the Working Group on Training Matters, taking into
.1
consider in detail document DE 57/6, annex 1, paragraph 8.2.1.7 (Japan),

and advise the Sub-Committee, as appropriate; and
.2

Sub-Committee agreed that training and qualification of shore-based personnel that perform
services on board was not within the scope of the STCW Convention and instructed the
Secretariat to inform DE 58 accordingly.
Mandatory carriage of appropriate atmosphere testing instruments on board ships
17.31 The Sub-Committee (STW 44/2/Add.1 (part)) was informed that DSC 17, subject to
approval of the unplanned output, had invited the Committee to instruct the BLG, FP and
STW Sub-Committees to consider draft amendments to SOLAS (DSC 17/17, annex 8,
paragraph 17) at their forthcoming sessions and forward any comments and proposals,
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as appropriate, to DSC 18. In this context, MSC 91 had approved the unplanned output,
taking into account document MSC 91/13/3, with a target completion year of 2013, in
association with the FP, BLG and STW Sub-Committees.
17.32 In this connection, the Sub-Committee noted that DSC 17 had prepared
a justification for the aforementioned unplanned output, which included a draft amendment to
SOLAS chapter XI-1, adding a new regulation 7 (DSC 17/17, annex 8, appendix 1)
recommending that highest priority be given to developing relevant SOLAS carriage
requirements for oxygen meters, and that, at MSC 91, document MSC 91/13/3 (Australia,
P&I Clubs and IACS) had proposed that the development of mandatory requirements for
instruments which test the atmosphere of enclosed spaces should also consider the possible
duplication of equipment, since the testing of the atmosphere of cargo spaces is already
addressed in SOLAS regulations VI/3.1 and II-2/4.5.7.1 and IBC Code, section 13.2.
17.33

.1
testing only for oxygen in an enclosed space was not necessarily sufficient
and could give a potential fatal assurance that the space was safe to enter;
.2
the testing of the atmosphere of cargo spaces was already addressed in

a number of IMO mandatory instruments such as SOLAS chapters II-2
and VI and the IBC Code;
.3
testing instruments for non-cargo enclosed spaces, such as oil bunker

tanks and sewage tanks was needed;
.4
multi-meters were widely available and in use, and that IACS Members
already provide such meters to their surveyors;
.5
resolution A.1050(27), paragraph 6.3.3 provides requirements ensuring that

the atmosphere had been tested with properly calibrated instruments to
ascertain that the levels of oxygen and flammable or toxic vapours in the
enclosed space was safe for man-entry;
.6
appropriate training for personnel to use the instrument properly after

ensuring that it was properly calibrated; and
.7
there was a need to review current training standards in the STCW

Convention and other IMO instruments for adequacy.
17.34 In light of the foregoing, the Sub-Committee agreed that multi-meters were required
to be carried on board, and that ship crews should be properly trained in the use of calibrated
meters to ensure the safe atmosphere within enclosed spaces, and requested the Secretariat
to forward these comments to DSC 18.
Training requirements for fire-fighting when water-reactive materials are involved
17.35 The Sub-Committee (STW 44/2/Add.1 (part)) was informed that DSC 17, while
noting a view that the proposed amendment to the IMDG Code on training requirements for
fire-fighting when water-reactive materials were involved was too restrictive, had agreed to
forward the aforementioned document to E&T 19 for further consideration, pending the
outcome of MSC 91, and requested the Secretariat to forward document DSC 17/11/2,
together with its consideration, to the STW Sub-Committee for consideration and action,
as appropriate.
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17.36 The Sub-Committee was further informed that Germany (DSC 17/11/2) proposed to
DSC 17 that the Sub-Committee should be invited to consider training requirements related
to fire-fighting involving water-reactive materials.
17.37 After a brief discussion, the Sub-Committee agreed that the scope of the
competence to fight and extinguish fires could be extended to address problems concerning
water-reactive materials which in most cases could be extinguished with water. In this
context the Sub-Committee, noting that the contents of model courses were based on the
competences identified in the tables in the STCW Code, would require amendments to the
STCW Code.
17.38 Accordingly, the Sub-Committee invited Germany and other interested Member
Governments and international organizations to submit a proposal to MSC 93 for a new
unplanned output to amend the STCW Code to extend the scope of the competence
"fight and extinguish fires" to address fire-fighting involving water-reactive materials.
Review and reform of the Organizations restructuring of the Sub-Committees
17.39 The Sub-Committee, having noted the information provided by the Secretariat
regarding the discussion at Council 109 and MSC 91 on matters related to the review and
reform of the Organization (C 109/D and MSC 91/22), invited Member Governments to
provide any comments on the renaming of the Sub-Committee during consideration of
Review and Reform of the Organization at MSC 92.
Dispensations issued under article VIII of the STCW Convention
17.40 The Sub-Committee noted the information provided by the Secretariat
(STW 44/17/Rev.1) on the submissions made by the Parties in accordance with article VIII of
the STCW Convention on dispensations granted by them in the years 2011 and 2012.
The Sub-Committee also requested Member Governments to submit the information related
to dispensations issued in the format, as set out in the annex to document STW 44/17/Rev.1.
Information on simulators available for use in maritime training
17.41 The Sub-Committee noted that MSC 81 had approved MSC.1/Circ.1209 requesting
Member Governments to provide information on simulators available for use in maritime
training. The Secretariat has received information from several Member Governments and
added it to the GISIS database which can be viewed by the public on a "read-only" basis.
The Secretariat requested those Member Governments who have not provided information to
do so, at an early date, to enable the Secretariat to update the information on the GISIS
database.
Reports of independent evaluation pursuant to regulation I/8 of the STCW Convention
and section A-I/8 of the STCW Code
17.42 The Sub-Committee reminded Member Governments of the requirement for the
submission of the reports of independent evaluation pursuant to regulation I/8 of the STCW
Convention and section A-I/8 of the STCW Code, which requires a periodical independent
evaluation of a Party's quality standards system to be conducted at intervals of not more than
five years and for the report of this evaluation to be communicated to the Secretary-General.
In this context, the Sub-Committee urged STCW Parties to refer to MSC.1/Circ.1164/Rev.11,
with a view to ensuring that reports of independent evaluation pursuant to regulation I/8
of the STCW Convention and section A-I/8 of the STCW Code are submitted to the
Secretary-General in a timely manner.
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17.43 The ISF observer expressed the view that, for the STCW Convention to be effective,
Parties should have in place necessary procedures and administrative support to ensure
compliance and reporting, and urged flag States to provide the Secretary-General with timely
reports pursuant to regulations I/7, I/8 and I/10.
18
PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE STCW CODE'S VISION REQUIREMENTS
18.1
The Sub-Committee recalled that MSC 91 included, in the 2012-2013 biennial
agenda of the STW Sub-Committee and provisional agenda for STW 44, an unplanned
output on "Preparation of amendments to the colour vision requirements in the STCW Code",
with a target completion year of 2013.
18.2
Canada and the United States (STW 44/18) proposed amendments to the STCW
Code's colour vision requirements in order to address practical implementation issues
as required by the 2010 Manila Amendments, with a view to facilitating an Administration's
ability to develop an alternative standard for colour vision testing that is both cost-effective
and widely available.
18.3
ISF (STW 44/18/1), commenting on document STW 44/18, drew the attention of the
Sub-Committee to the concerns of the International Shipping Federation with regard to the
proposed revision of the STCW colour vision requirements.
18.4

.1
further amendments to the STCW Code should be avoided as the 2010 Manila
Amendments had only entered into force on 1 January 2012;
.2
this was a matter of serious concern as the requirement in section A-I/9

was mandatory;
.3
the proposed amendments were vague;
.4
although the CIE standard was outdated, it would be preferable to maintain

the current standards until an alternative screen-based test was available;
.5
expert advice of experienced medical practitioners must be taken into

account when developing alternative methods of testing;
.6
alternative methods accepted by issuing Administrations could undermine

future mutual recognition of medical certificates by Parties; and
.7
human element is the cornerstone of this Sub-Committee, and therefore

alternative methods should be explored and not be restricted to
dependency on a single test with a specific characteristic.
18.5
After some discussion, the Sub-Committee, noting that this was a serious issue that
needed to be addressed, referred the above documents to the working group to be
established on Training Matters (Working Group 1) for detailed consideration and to develop
guidance or to prepare amendments to the STCW Code related to colour vision
requirements, with a view to approval by MSC 92.
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Establishment of the working group
18.6
The Sub-Committee established Working Group 1 on Training Matters under the
chairmanship of Captain Sibrand Hassing (Netherlands) and instructed it, taking into account
decisions and comments in the plenary, to:
.1
consider information contained in documents STW 44/18 and STW 44/18/1

and develop guidance and prepare amendments to part A of the STCW
Code; and
.2

18.7
Sub-Committee approved the report in general and took action as summarized in the
ensuing paragraphs.
18.8
The Sub-Committee endorsed the STCW.7 circular on Interim Guidance on colour
vision testing, as set out in annex 9, and invited MSC 92 to approve it.
18.9
The Sub-Committee endorsed draft amendments to part A of the STCW Code
related to Minimum in-service eyesight standards for seafarers, as set out in annex 10, and
invited MSC 92 to approve it, with a view to adoption at MSC 93.
19
ACTION REQUESTED OF THE COMMITTEES
19.1
The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-second session, is invited to:

.1
approve the draft Assembly resolution on Recommendations for the training,

competency and fitness for duty of personnel on mobile offshore units
(MOUs), with a view to adoption by A 28 (paragraph 12.5 and annex 3);
.2
concur with the Sub-Committee's view to make reference to the appropriate

provisions of STCW Convention and Code in chapter 13 of the Polar Code,
and instruct the Secretariat to inform the DE Sub-Committee accordingly
(paragraph 13.11);
.3
approve draft amendments to the International Convention on Standards of

Training, Certification and Watchkeeping, 1978, as amended and the
Seafarers' Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Code, to make
the Code for the implementation of mandatory IMO instruments (III Code)
mandatory (paragraph 17.7 and annexes 7 and 8);
.4
concur with the view of the Sub-Committee that the appropriate instrument
to include training and certification provisions for personnel on ships using
gases or other low-flashpoint fuels is chapter V of the STCW Convention
and Code and, accordingly, to make reference in chapter 18 of the IGF
Code to the appropriate provisions of STCW Convention and Code, and
instruct the Secretariat to inform BLG 18 accordingly (paragraphs 17.22
and 23);
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19.2
19.3
.5
approve the STCW.7 circular on Interim Guidance on colour vision testing

(paragraph 18.9 and annex 9); and
.6
approve the draft amendments to part A of the STCW Code related to

Minimum in-service eyesight standards for seafarers, of (paragraph 18.10
and annex 10).
The Marine Environment Protection Committee, at its sixty-sixth session, is invited to:
.1
approve the draft MSC-MEPC circular on Guidelines for the reactivation of

the Safety Management Certificate following an operational interruption of
the SMS due to lay-up over a certain period, subject to concurrent approval
by MSC 93 (paragraph 10.17 and annex 1);
.2
approve the draft MSC-MEPC circular on Guidance on safety when

transferring persons at sea (paragraph 10.18 and annex 2); and
.3
endorse the decision of the Sub-Committee not to develop amendments to

the ISM Code for the transfer of ship maintenance and failure records
(paragraph 10.20).
The Maritime Safety Committee, at its ninety-third session, is invited to:

.1
approve the draft MSC-MEPC circular on Guidelines for the reactivation of the
Safety Management Certificate following an operational interruption of the
SMS due to lay-up over a certain period (paragraph 10.17 and annex 1);
.2
approve the draft MSC-MEPC circular on Guidance on safety when

transferring persons at sea (paragraph 10.18 and annex 2);
.3
endorse the decision of the Sub-Committee not to develop amendments to

the ISM Code for the transfer of ship maintenance and failure records
(paragraph 10.20);
.4
concur with Sub-Committee's view that the STCW Convention and Code
adequately covered training requirements relating to the RCOs for General
Cargo Ship Safety, and that no further action was required (paragraph 15.4);
.5
approve the revised biennial agenda for the 2014-2015 biennium, including
items on the Committee's post-biennial agenda under the purview of the
Sub-Committee and the provisional agenda for STW 45 (paragraph 16.3
and annexes 4 and 5);
.6
note the report on the status of planned outputs for the 2012-2013 biennium
relevant to the Sub-Committee (paragraph 16.5 and annex 6); and
.7
approve the report in general.
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ANNEX 1
DRAFT MSC-MEPC CIRCULAR
[MSC-MEPC/Circ.[]
[]
GUIDELINES FOR THE REACTIVATION OF THE SAFETY MANAGEMENT
CERTIFICATE FOLLOWING AN OPERATIONAL INTERRUPTION OF
THE SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM DUE TO
LAY-UP OVER A CERTAIN PERIOD
1
The Maritime Safety Committee at its [] session ([])] and the Marine
Environment Protection Committee at its [] session ([]) approved the Guidelines for the
reactivation of the Safety Management Certificate following an operational interruption of the
SMS due to lay-up over a certain period, as set out in the annex.
2
Member Governments and international organizations concerned are invited to bring
this circular to the attention of all parties concerned.
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ANNEX
GUIDELINES FOR THE REACTIVATION OF THE SAFETY MANAGEMENT
CERTIFICATE FOLLOWING AN OPERATIONAL INTERRUPTION OF
THE SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM DUE TO
LAY-UP OVER A CERTAIN PERIOD
INTRODUCTION
1.1
This document provides guidelines to Companies and Administrations on the
actions to be taken following a lay-up, in order to ensure that the Safety Management System
(SMS) on board vessels is functional once the ship is taken back into service.
2
SCOPE AND APPLICATION
2.1
Definitions
2.1.1
The terms used in these Guidelines have the same meaning as those given in the
ISM Code.
2.2
Scope and application
2.2.1
These Guidelines establish basic principles relating to the verification that the safety
management system of the ship is reactivated and complies with the ISM Code.
2.2.2
These Guidelines do not reduce or replace the Company's responsibilities outlined
in the ISM Code.
2.2.3
Where a Company manages a ship, which only operates seasonally, the Company
should establish specific procedures for the lay-up period and reactivation, based on their
commercial activities.
3
REACTIVATION REQUIREMENTS
3.1
The Company should, after interruption of the SMS on board a ship, review the SMS.
3.2
The Company should notify the Administration and port State or coastal State
(if applicable) about the reactivation of the ship. This should include information about the time
needed for reactivation of the vessel, any change of ownership or change of Company and the
next intended destination after reactivation, e.g. normal trade, repair yard or scrap yard.
3.3
If the interruption period of the SMS on board the ship is more than three months but
less than six months, then the Administration may require an additional verification.
Upon satisfactory completion of the additional verification, the existing Safety Management
Certificate (SMC) should be endorsed.
3.4
If the interruption period of the SMS on board the ship is more than six months, then
the Company should request an interim verification.
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ANNEX 2
DRAFT MSC-MEPC CIRCULAR
[MSC-MEPC/Circ.[]
[]
GUIDANCE ON SAFETY WHEN TRANSFERRING PERSONS AT SEA
1
The Maritime Safety Committee at its [] session ([])] and the Marine
Environment Protection Committee at its [] session ([]) approved the Guidance on safety
when transferring persons at sea, as set out in the annex.
2
Member Governments and international organizations concerned are invited to bring
this circular to the attention of all parties concerned.
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GUIDANCE ON SAFETY WHEN TRANSFERRING PERSONS AT SEA
General
1
This document provides Guidance on safety when transferring persons at sea.
Scope of application
2
This guidance is intended to apply to the transfer of all persons at sea by means of
transport vessels with the exception of the transfer of pilots to all ships and passengers to
passenger ships for which other guidelines have been issued by the Organization*.
3
When performing transfer of personnel at sea there are a number of considerations
that should be taken into account and safety measures to be addressed to ensure that the
transfer is carried out in a safe manner.
4
As a minimum the following list of conditions should be assessed every time
a person is to be transferred at sea.
Preparation:
.1
Is it necessary to carry out the operation at sea?
.2
Is all necessary equipment to be used during the transfer in proper order

and available for immediate use?
.3
Is the person being transferred capable of performing the tasks involved?
.4
Are the conditions of weather and wind suitable for a safe transfer or is it
possible to position the ship so that it provides shelter during the transfer?
.5
Is the operation and the way it is carried out agreed and understood by
those involved?
.6
Is the transport vessel suitable for the task and compliant with the relevant
local regulations?
.7
Is the crew of the transport vessel trained to handle a man overboard

situation and alert local authorities?
.8
Is the transport vessel equipped to respond to a man overboard situation?
Practical considerations during the transfer:

.9
Are all outdoor surfaces being used for the transfer non-slip, free of ice,
snow, etc.?
.10
Does the conning position of the transport vessel provide a sufficient view
of the area from where the transfer is to be made?
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.11
Are all the areas involved in the transfer sufficiently lit?
.12
Does the ship use a pilot ladder, accommodation ladder, etc., suitable for
the purpose and has it been fitted correctly?
.13
Have arrangements been made to use an accommodation ladder in

conjunction with the pilot ladder (i.e. a combination arrangement) where the
distance from sea level to the point of access to, or egress from, the ship
exceeds 9 metres?
.14
Are lifebuoys located in an easily accessible position at the place of transfer

in both the transport vessel and the ship?
.15
Are sufficient crew members ready to provide assistance, both on board the
transport vessel and the ship?
.16
Are the crew members on board the transport vessel who provide assistance
during the transfer fitted with a suitable lifejacket, and has it been considered
whether they should also be fitted with a suitable immersion suit or protective
suit, in consideration of the season and other conditions?
.17
Has it been considered whether assisting crew members should be secured

by means of a safety line, in consideration of the arrangement of the
working vessel, the conditions of the transfer and the conditions of weather
and wind, etc.?
.18
Is the person transferred fitted with a lifejacket, and has it been considered
especially in connection with low water temperatures whether he/she
should also be wearing an immersion suit or protective suit?
.19
Has it been agreed that luggage is transferred separately?
.20
Are the radio and/or visual communications between the personnel involved
established and maintained during transfer operations?
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ANNEX 3
DRAFT ASSEMBLY RESOLUTION
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION
OF PERSONNEL ON MOBILE OFFSHORE UNITS (MOUs)
THE ASSEMBLY,
RECALLING Article 15(j) of the Convention on the International Maritime Organization
concerning the functions of the Assembly in relation to regulations and guidelines concerning
maritime safety and the prevention and control of marine pollution from ships,
CONSIDERING that personnel on mobile offshore units (MOUs) are often required to work
under potentially hazardous conditions, and will be in a better position to protect themselves
and others in the event of an emergency with adequate training,
RECOGNIZING the need for maritime safety, security awareness, environmental protection
and emergency preparedness training, competency and fitness for all personnel working on
MOUs,
RECOGNIZING ALSO the recommendations provide an international standard for training
for all personnel on mobile offshore units complimentary to that required by the International
Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers
(STCW), 1978, as amended and the Seafarers' Training, Certification and Watchkeeping
(STCW) Code,
HAVING CONSIDERED the recommendation made by the Maritime Safety Committee at its
ninety-second session,
1.
ADOPTS the Recommendations for the Training and Certification of personnel on
mobile offshore units, set out in the annex to the present resolution;
2.
URGES Governments concerned to implement the defined competencies in these
recommendations as soon as practicable and to issue certificates and all other appropriate
documents to personnel who are qualified and have successfully completed the training
recommended in this resolution;
3.
URGES ALSO Governments to consider acceptance of relevant certificates and
documents based on this resolution;
4.
AUTHORIZES the Maritime Safety Committee to keep the annexed recommendations
under review and amend them as necessary;
5.
REVOKES resolution A.891(21).
***
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ANNEX
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION
OF PERSONNEL ON MOBILE OFFSHORE UNITS (MOUs)
SCOPE
1.1
These recommendations provide an international standard for training for all
personnel on mobile offshore units aimed at ensuring adequate levels of safety of life and
property at sea, security awareness, and protection of the marine environment
complimentary to that required by the International Convention on Standards of Training,
Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978, as amended and the Seafarers'
Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) Code.
1.2
The provisions of these recommendations are without prejudice to the rights of
coastal States, under international law, to impose their own requirements relating to training,
qualifications and certification of personnel on board MOUs. This includes any MOU
engaged, or intending to engage, in exploring, exploiting, producing, conserving or managing
the natural resources of those parts of the seabed, including its subsoil, and waters
superjacent to the seabed which are subject to the jurisdiction of those coastal States.
2
TERMS AND DEFINITIONS
2.1
For the purpose of these recommendations the terms used have the meanings
defined hereunder:
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Administration means the Government of the State whose flag the MOU is
entitled to fly.
Ballast Control Operator (BCO) means the person assigned responsibility for
the normal day-to-day control of trim, draught and stability.
Barge Supervisor (BS) means a person who may provide support to the
offshore installation manager (OIM) in certain essential marine matters.
The barge supervisor on some MOUs may be referred to as the stability section
leader, barge engineer or barge master.
Certificate of competency (CoC) means a certificate issued and/or endorsed by

the Administration for offshore personnel in accordance with the provisions of
these recommendations and entitling the lawful holder thereof to serve in the
capacity and perform the functions involved at the level of responsibility
specified therein.
Certificate of proficiency (CoP) means a certificate, other than a certificate of

competency, issued to offshore personnel stating that the relevant requirements
of training, competencies or seagoing service in these recommendations have
been met.
Coastal State Administration means the Government of the coastal State

concerned in cases where a MOU is engaged in exploration for, or exploitation
of, the seabed and subsoil thereof, adjacent to the coast over which the coastal
State exercises sovereign rights for the purposes of exploration and exploitation
of their natural resources.
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Company means the owner of the Mobile Offshore Unit (MOU) or any other
organization or person such as the manager, or the bareboat charterer, who
has assumed the responsibility for Operation of the MOU from the owner and
who, on assuming such responsibility, has agreed to take over all the duties and
responsibilities imposed on the company by these recommendations.
Documentary evidence means documentation, other than a certificate of

competency or certificate of proficiency, used to establish that the relevant
requirements of these recommendations have been met.
Dynamic Positioning System means a system whereby a self-propelled MOU's

position and heading is automatically controlled by using its own propulsion
units.
Emergency preparedness training means training which prepares individuals to

respond adequately and safely to anticipate emergency situations.
ISPS Code means the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code
adopted on 12 December 2002, by resolution 2 of the Conference of
Contracting Governments to the International Convention for the Safety of Life
at Sea (SOLAS), 1974, as may be amended by the Organization.
Maintenance supervisor (MS) means the person assigned responsibility for the
inspection, operation and testing, as required, of all machinery and equipment
as specified by the owner of the MOU. The maintenance supervisor on some
MOUs may also be referred to as the chief engineer, technical section leader or
rig mechanic.
Maritime crew comprises the OIM, barge supervisor, ballast control operator
and maintenance supervisor as well as other deck and engineer officers, radio
operators and ratings as defined in regulation I/1 of the STCW Convention,
as amended.
Maritime safety training means training with respect to safety of life at sea,
including personal and group survival.
Mobile offshore accommodation unit is a unit the primary purpose of which is to

accommodate personnel working offshore.
Mobile offshore drilling unit is a unit capable of engaging in drilling operations

for the exploration for, or exploitation of, resources beneath the seabed such as
liquid or gaseous hydrocarbons, sulphur or salt.
Mobile offshore units (MOUs) means vessels which can be readily relocated
and which can perform an industrial function involving offshore
operations other than those traditionally provided by vessels covered by chapter I
of the 1974 SOLAS Convention. Such MOUs include at least the following:
.1
column-stabilized unit is a MOU with the main deck connected to the

underwater hull or footings by columns or caissons;
.2
non-self-propelled unit is a MOU not fitted with mechanical means of

propulsion to navigate independently;
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.3
self-elevating unit is a MOU with movable legs capable of raising its

hull above the surface of the sea;
.4
self-propelled unit is a MOU fitted with a mechanical means of

propulsion to navigate independently;
.5
submersible unit is a MOU with a ship shape, barge-type or novel hull

design (other than a self-elevating unit) intended for operation while
bottom bearing; and
.6
surface unit is a MOU with a ship- or barge-type displacement hull of

single- or multiple-hull configuration intended for operation in the
floating condition.
Mode of operation means the condition or manner in which a MOU may operate
or function while on location or in transit. The modes of operation of a MOU
include the following:
.1
Operating conditions: conditions wherein a MOU is on location for the

purpose of conducting operations, including drilling and production
activities, and wherein combined environmental and operational
loadings are within the appropriate design limits established for such
operations. The MOU may be either afloat or supported on the seabed,
as applicable.
.2
Survival conditions: conditions wherein a MOU may be subjected to

environmental loadings in excess of those established by the MOU's
operating manual. It is assumed that routine operations will have been
discontinued due to the severity of the environmental loading. The
MOU may be either afloat or supported on the seabed, as applicable.
.3
Transit conditions: conditions wherein a MOU is moving from one

geographical location to another.
.4
Combined operations: operations in association with, or in close

proximity to, another mobile offshore MOU or offshore installation,
where conditions on the other MOU or installation may have an
immediate impact on the safety of the MOU; for example, a mobile
offshore drilling MOU attached to a fixed platform.
Muster list means the list prescribed by an international convention or

recommendation which applies to the MOU. If no convention or recommendation
applies, it means a similar list which indicates essential information on actions to be
taken in the event of an emergency, in particular the station to which each person
should go and the duties which that person should perform including the
designation of individual responsibilities for the safety of others.
Offshore installation manager (OIM) means a competent person, certified in

accordance with these recommendations, who has been appointed in writing by
the company to manage the offshore activities of the MOU.
Offshore Personnel means personnel on board the MOU as indicated in

section 5.1.
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Other mobile offshore unit is a MOU which may be involved in any single
offshore activity or combination of offshore activities such as:
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construction;
maintenance (including the maintenance of wells);
lifting operations;
pipe-laying and related operations;
emergency/contingency preparedness, including fire-fighting;
production systems;
accommodations;
storage systems; and
diving.
MOUs do not include vessels, such as:
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supply vessels;
standby vessels;
anchor-handling vessels;
seismic vessels;
ship-shape mono hull diving support vessels; and
special purpose ships.
Person in charge (PIC) means the person on each MOU to whom all personnel
are responsible in an emergency. This person should be designated in writing
(with title) by the owner or operator of the MOU. This PIC may be the Master
or OIM.
Security duties include all security tasks and duties as defined by chapter XI-2
of the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS 1974,
as amended) and the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code.
Ship security officer (SSO) means the person on board, accountable to the PIC,
designated by the Company as responsible for the security of the MOU,
including implementation and maintenance of the ship security plan and liaison
with the Company security officer and port facility security officers.
Special personnel means all persons carried on board a MOU in connection

with the special purpose of the MOU or with special work being carried out
on the MOU, and who are neither seafarers nor directly or indirectly paying
passengers.
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RESPONSIBILITIES OF COMPANIES AND PERSONNEL
3.1
Every Company employing personnel assigned to duty on MOUs has responsibility
for ensuring that the standards set out in these recommendations are given full and complete
effect. In addition, other measures as may be necessary should be taken to ensure that
personnel can make knowledgeable and informed contributions to the safe operation of
the MOU.
3.2
The Company should provide written instructions to the PIC setting forth the
procedures to be followed in order to:
.1
provide appropriate documentation of training for all personnel working on

MOUs which indicates that training in accordance with this standard and,
as applicable, with the International Convention on Standards of Training,
Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW), 1978, as amended,
has been accomplished; and
.2
maintain training records on the MOU.
3.3
The PIC should designate a knowledgeable individual who will be responsible for
ensuring that an opportunity is provided to each newly-assigned individual to receive
essential information in a language that he or she understands.
3.4
The Company should ensure that those responsible for the training and assessment
of competence of all trained personnel on the MOU are appropriately qualified for the type
and level of training and assessment involved.
4
MARITIME CREW ON SELF-PROPELLED MOBILE OFFSHORE UNITS AND,

WHERE REQUIRED, ON OTHER UNITS
4.1
All maritime crew members on self-propelled MOUs and, where required, on other
units should meet the requirements of the STCW Convention, as amended.
4.2
In addition to meeting the requirements referred to in paragraph 4.1 above, all
maritime crew members should be given onboard training and instruction in types of
emergencies which might occur on the particular type of MOU on which they serve.
5
STANDARDS OF TRAINING AND INSTRUCTION
5.1
Categories of offshore personnel

Offshore personnel are, for practical reasons, divided into four categories:
Category A:
Visitors and special personnel not regularly assigned who are on board
for a limited period of time, in general not exceeding three days, and
have no tasks in relation to the normal operations of the MOU.
Category B:
Other special personnel without designated responsibility for the

safety, security and survival of others.
Category C:
Regularly assigned special personnel with designated responsibility

for the safety, security and survival of others.
Category D:
Maritime crew members.
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5.1bis
Safety Induction Training and Instruction
5.1.1bis Personnel (Category A) should receive safety induction training or instruction in

accordance with established company policies on their first attendance on board a MOU, and
repeated within the frequency requirements established by the company. The Company
should maintain documentary evidence of this training or instruction.
5.1.2bis Such Safety Induction training or instruction should ensure, as a minimum that
personnel are able to:
.1
5.2
Understand elementary safety matters, safety information symbols, signs and

alarm signals; especially with regard to knowing what to do if:
.1
a person falls overboard;
.2
fire, smoke, or hydrogen sulphide is detected; or
.3
the fire, abandon ship, toxic gas, or other general alarm is

sounded (including recognition of each alarm type on board);
.2
Locate and don lifejackets and, if provided, immersion suits and emergency
escape breathing devices;
.3
Identify muster and embarkation stations and emergency escape routes; and
.4
Understand section 7 (Fitness for Duty) of these recommendations.
Familiarization training and instruction
5.2.1
Before being assigned to duties related to the regular operations of the MOU,
all offshore personnel (categories B, C and D) should receive offshore orientation,
familiarization training or sufficient information and instruction in personal survival techniques,
security and workplace safety. Such safety familiarization training, information or instruction
should ensure that personnel are able to:
.1
communicate with other persons on board on elementary safety matters

and understand safety information symbols, signs and alarm signals,
especially with regard to knowing what to do if:
.1
a person falls overboard,
.2
fire, smoke, or hydrogen sulphide is detected; or
.3
the fire, abandon ship, toxic gas, or other general alarm is

sounded (including recognition of each alarm type on board);
.2
locate and don lifejackets and, if provided, immersion suits and emergency
escape breathing devices;
.3
identify muster and embarkation stations and emergency escape routes;
.4
raise the alarm and have a basic knowledge of the use of portable
fire-extinguishers;
.5
take immediate action upon encountering an accident or other medical

emergency before seeking further medical assistance on board;
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.6
close and open the fire, weathertight and watertight doors fitted on the
MOU, other than those for hull openings;
.7
follow the unit's basic safe work practices and permit-to-work system; and
.8
understand the unit's basic organizational structure and chain of command.
5.2.2
A generalized course of offshore safety training or instruction obtained onshore may
satisfy this requirement provided it is supplemented with the training, information or
instruction specified in 5.2.1.3 and 5.2.1.8 above.
5.2.3
Safety Familiarization training should be provided at intervals not greater than
five years.
5.2.4
Individuals should hold a CoP or provide documentary evidence of having received
safety familiarization training within the previous five years, as required.
5.2bis
Security Awareness Training or Instruction
5.2.1bis All offshore personnel (categories B, C and D) should receive security awareness
training or instruction so as to acquire the knowledge and understanding as it relates to their
MOU and their assigned duties in order that they may contribute to the enhancement of
maritime security. The Company should maintain documentary evidence of this training
or instruction.
5.2.2bis All offshore personnel (categories B, C and D) without designated security duties
should receive security awareness training or instruction at intervals not greater than five
years. Revalidation of this training or instruction may be satisfied if the person has met the
security-related familiarization requirements of STCW Regulation VI/6 and participated in the
drills and exercises required by the ISPS Code. These personnel should hold a CoP or
provide documentary evidence of having received security awareness training or instruction
within the previous five years, as required.
5.3
Training for all regularly assigned personnel, maritime crew and other special
personnel
5.3.1
Before being assigned to duties related to the regular operations of the MOU, all
regularly assigned personnel, maritime crew and other special personnel without designated
responsibility for the safety and survival of others (i.e. categories B, C and D) should receive
training in personal survival, fire prevention and fire-fighting, elementary first aid, personal
safety and social responsibilities, and security awareness training and instruction as set
out in tables 5.3.1 to 5.3.6. Every effort should be made to provide such training prior to
proceeding offshore.
5.3.2
The following training should be provided either on shore and/or on the MOU, as
appropriate, by qualified and experienced persons:
.1
Familiarization and orientation on general arrangements of the MOU, central

processes, operating systems, equipment and procedures, organization,
safety philosophy and contingency plans, as well as preventive safety
systems such as permit-to-work procedures, company health and medical
services, and other matters related to safety.
.2
Practical familiarity with emergency duties.
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.3
Understanding the critical need to bring any abnormal situation to the

attention of a responsible person.
.4
Knowledge of available evacuation methods and procedures.
.5
Knowledge of alarm procedures for emergency situations.
.6
Knowledge of safety procedures.
.7
Hydrogen sulphide (H2S) training, where applicable.
.8
Operations and emergencies involving divers, where applicable.
5.3.3
A regular programme of drills and exercises should be established in order to
provide and/or supplement training and provide for evaluation and assessment. Guidance
regarding drills and exercises is provided in appendix 1.
5.3.4
Individuals should hold a CoP or provide documentary evidence of having achieved
the required standard of competence to undertake the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed
in column 1 of tables 5.3.1 to 5.3.6 within the previous five years as required through
demonstration of competence or examination or continuous assessment as part of an
approved training programme, in accordance with flag State and/or coastal State requirements,
however in the absence of these, a recognized industry standard. Guidance regarding the use
of drills for assessment of competence is provided in appendix 1.
5.4
Specialized training
5.4.1
Specialized training, as appropriate to the individual duties assigned on the muster
list, should be provided to personnel in categories C and D.
5.4.2
Depending on their assigned duties, personnel should receive instruction and
training as specified in, or equivalent to, the following:
.1
for those in charge of survival craft, proficiency in survival craft and rescue
boats other than fast rescue boats as specified in table A-VI/2-1 of the
STCW Code;
.2
for those assigned to operate fast rescue boats, proficiency in fast rescue
boats as specified in table A-VI/2-2 of the STCW Code;
.3
for those in charge of the MOU, and those designated to control fire-fighting
operations, proficiency in advanced fire-fighting as specified in table A-VI/3
of the STCW Code;
for those designated to provide immediate first aid, proficiency in medical
first aid as specified in table A-VI/4-1 of the STCW Code;
.4
.5
for a person designated to take charge of medical care on board the MOU,
proficiency in taking charge of medical care as specified in table A-VI/4-2 of
the STCW Code;
.6
for a person designated security duties on board the MOU, proficiency in

security duties as specified in section A-VI/6-2 of the STCW Code;
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.7
for MOUs with helidecks, the designated helicopter landing officer (HLO)
should have completed an accredited HLO course, which should include
basic meteorological observer training; and
.8
for MOUs with dynamic positioning systems, the dynamic positioning

operator(s) (DPO) should gain the appropriate training and experience in
accordance with the guidance provided by industry and recognized by the
Organization.1
5.4.3
Since specialized training may not be provided on the MOU, care should be taken to
ensure that newly-assigned personnel with designated responsibility for the survival of others
have sufficient experience, instruction, information or training on the equipment they are
to use.
5.4.4
Individuals should hold a CoP or provide documentary evidence of having received
specialized training or instruction within the previous five years, as required.
MSC.1/Circ.738/Rev.1 and STCW B-V/f.
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Table 5.3.1
SPECIFICATION OF MINIMUM STANDARD OF PROFICIENCY IN PERSONAL SURVIVAL
Competence
Knowledge, understanding and proficiency
Methods for demonstrating competence
Criteria for evaluating competence
Emergency signals
Personnel should receive an initial orientation on the

types and identification of emergency signals
Assessment of evidence obtained during

satisfactory participation in drills and
exercises
Actions taken during drills and in emergencies

are appropriate to the emergency signal

exercises
Actions taken during drills and in emergencies

are appropriate to the emergency signal
Don lifejacket
Lifejacket is donned correctly
Don immersion suit
Immersion suits are donned correctly
Board lifeboat during drills and strap in
Lifeboat is boarded correctly

exercises
Demonstration of correct actions during drills

and exercises
Personnel should be acquainted with the posting of the

muster list as a source for defining emergency signals
Mustering of personnel
Use of lifejacket
Use of immersion suits
Lifeboat procedures
Modes of evacuation
In the case of combined operations personnel should

receive supplemental information on additional alarms
and procedures
During onboard orientation all personnel will be shown
their primary safe muster areas
Personnel should be acquainted with the posted muster
list
Personnel will receive instruction on location, types,
inspection and donning lifejackets
Personnel will be given instruction on location, type,
inspection and donning of immersion suits, if required
Personnel will be instructed on proper entry into
lifeboats and the use of seat belts
Personnel will be instructed on the selection and use of
available modes of evacuation. This may include:
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catwalks or bridges
standby vessel
lifeboat
liferaft
adders/escape devices
jumping from height (undesirable)
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Competence
Boarding liferafts or
buoyant apparatus
Personnel will be instructed on boarding a liferaft or

buoyant apparatus both at deck level and from the sea
Assessment of evidence obtained during satisfactory

participation in drills and exercises
Demonstration of correct actions

during drills and exercises
Water survival
techniques
Personnel will be instructed on the following, as

applicable:




Deployment of life
rings and associated
equipment
use of lights and whistles and other

signalling devices
proper body positions to conserve body heat
and prevent hypothermia
how to right an inverted liferaft
boarding a rescue craft from the water
Personnel will be instructed in the procedures for

deploying life rings and associated equipment
Personnel will be instructed in the procedures for
raising the alarm
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Table 5.3.2
SPECIFICATION OF MINIMUM STANDARD OF FIRE PREVENTION AND FIRE-FIGHTING
Competence
Minimize the risk of fire
and maintain a state of
readiness to respond to
emergency situations
involving fire

Personnel should receive instruction that would include,
but not be limited to, the following:
.1
.2
.3
.4
.5

satisfactory participation in drills and exercises
Initial actions during drills or in response to

emergencies conform to established procedures

satisfactory participation in drills and exercises or
from approved instruction or during attendance
at an approved course
Action during drills in response to emergencies

conform to established procedures
elements of fire and explosion (the fire triangle)

types and sources of ignition
flammable materials, fire hazards and spread of
fire
requirement for constant vigilance
classification of fire and applicable extinguishing
agents
Personnel should receive an initial orientation and

familiarization instruction that would include, but not be
limited to, the following:
.1
.2
.3
.4
.5
onboard fire-fighting organization and muster list

location of fire-fighting equipment and emergency
escape routes
onboard fire and smoke detection and automatic
alarm systems
actions to be taken on discovery of smoke or fire
in the case of combined operations, supplemental
instruction on additional alarms and procedures
Personnel should receive instruction on actions to be

taken, given the individual's status on board
Fight and extinguish
fires
Personnel should receive familiarization instruction that

includes the following:
.1
.2
.3
.4
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selection and use of fire-fighting equipment and its

location on board
selection and use of personal protective
equipment
fire-fighting and containment methods
fire-fighting agents.
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Table 5.3.3
SPECIFICATION OF MINIMUM STANDARD OF PROFICIENCY IN ELEMENTARY FIRST AID
Competence
Take immediate and
appropriate action upon
encountering an
accident or other
medical emergency

Assessment of needs of casualties and of threats to own
safety

Assessment of evidence obtained from
approved instruction or during attendance at an
approved course

The manner and timing of raising the alarm is
appropriate to the circumstances of the accident
or medical emergency
Appreciation of body structure and functions

Understanding of immediate measures to be taken in case
of emergency, including the ability to:
.1
.2
.3
.4
.5
.6
.7
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position casualty
apply resuscitation techniques
control bleeding
apply appropriate measures of basic shock
management
apply appropriate measures in event of burns and
scalds, including accidents caused by electric current
rescue and transport a casualty
improvise bandages and use materials in emergency
kit
Takes prompt action to evaluate the nature and

extent of injuries and to prioritize treatment
proportional to any threat to life
Applies appropriate first aid measures to identified
injuries in accordance with training provided
Risk of further harm to self and casualty is

minimized at all times
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Table 5.3.4
SPECIFICATION OF MINIMUM STANDARD OF COMPETENCE IN PERSONAL SAFETY
Competence
Comply with emergency
procedures

Types of emergency which may occur, such as collision,
fire, foundering
General knowledge of contingency plans for response to
emergencies and individual responsibility thereunder

or from approved instruction or during
attendance at an approved course
Action during drills or in response to emergencies

conform to established procedures

from approved instruction or during attendance
at an approved course
Organization procedures designed to safeguard

the marine environment are observed at all times

satisfactory participation in safety meetings or
from approved instruction or attendance at an
approved course
Safe working practices are observed and

appropriate safety and protective equipment is
correctly used at all times
Information given on raising alarm is prompt,

accurate, complete and clear
Emergency signals; and specific duties allocated to crew

members in the muster list; muster stations; and correct
use of personal safety equipment
Action to take on discovering potential emergency
including: fire, collision, foundering and ingress of water
Action to take on hearing emergency alarm signals
Value of training and drills
Knowledge of escape routes and internal communication
and alarm systems
Take precautions to
prevent pollution of the
marine environment
Basic knowledge of the impact of shipping on the marine

environment and the effects of operational or accidental
pollution on it
Basic environmental protection procedures
Basic knowledge of complexity and diversity of the marine
environment
Observe safe working

practices
Importance of adhering to safe working practices at all

times
Safety and protective devices available to protect against
potential hazards
Precautions to be taken prior to entering enclosed spaces
(see resolution A.1050(27))
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Competence
Contribute to effective
communications on
board MOU
Understand principles of, and barriers to, effective

communication between individuals and teams within the
MOU

approved course
Communications are clear and effective at all times

approved course
Fatigue management practices are observed and

appropriate actions are used at all times
Ability to establish and maintain effective communications

Understand and take
necessary action
to
control fatigue
Importance of obtaining the necessary rest

Effects of sleep, schedules, and the circadian rhythm on
fatigue
Effects of physical stressors on personnel
Effects of environmental stressors in and outside the
MOU and their impact on personnel
Effects of schedule changes on personnel fatigue
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Table 5.3.5
SPECIFICATION OF MINIMUM STANDARD OF COMPETENCE IN SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Competence
Contribute to effective
human relationships on
board MOU
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Personnel should receive familiarization instruction that
would include, but not be limited to, the following:
.1
importance of maintaining good human and working
relationships
.1bis basic teamworking principles and practice, including
conflict resolution
.2
special emphasis should be given to the following:
.1 social responsibilities, individual rights and
responsibilities and practice of respect for
co-workers:
.1 no ethnic, racial, religious or sexual jokes
or harassment
.2 no horseplay or practical jokes
.3 no profanity
.4 control noise levels
.5 dress appropriately
.6 attend to personal hygiene
.7 maintain neatness in living and working
spaces
.8 respect for privacy of others
.9 respect for property of others
.10 comply with company policies regarding
prohibited items
.2 dangers of drug and alcohol abuse:
.1 company policy
.2 operator policy (if different)
.3 legal sanctions
.3 factors affecting human relationships in the
offshore environment:
.1 harsh weather and working environments
.2 physically demanding
.3 long hours and isolation from shore
.4 be prepared for unexpected extended stays
.5 prohibited items

Documentation from orientations given to
personnel should reflect this topic is adequately
covered
This can be demonstrated by video,
computer-based training, training syllabus or
personnel receiving this information verbally
through lectures
Examination and assessment of evidence
obtained from one or more of the following:
.1
instruction or training given prior to going
offshore,
.2
instruction or training given on board the
MOU, or
.3
direct observation of actions or conduct
during training or instruction, while en
route to or while on board the MOU

Demonstration of correct knowledge
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Table 5.3.6
SPECIFICATION OF MINIMUM STANDARD OF COMPETENCE IN SECURITY AWARENESS
Competence
Contribute to the
enhancement of
maritime security
through heightened
awareness

Basic working knowledge of maritime security terms and
definitions, including elements that may relate to piracy
and armed robbery

approved instruction or during attendance at
an approved course
Requirements relating to enhanced maritime

security are correctly identified

an approved course
Maritime security threats are correctly identified

an approved course
Requirements relating to enhanced maritime

security are correctly identified
Basic knowledge of international maritime security policy

and responsibilities of Governments, companies and
persons
Basic knowledge of international maritime security levels
and their impact on security measures and procedures
aboard ship and in port facilities
Basic knowledge of security reporting procedures
Basic knowledge of security-related contingency plans
Recognition of security
threats
Basic knowledge of techniques used to circumvent

security measures
Basic knowledge enabling recognition of potential security
threats, including elements that may relate to piracy and
armed robbery
Basic knowledge enabling recognition of weapons,
dangerous substances and devices and awareness of
damage they can cause
Understanding the need

for and methods of
maintaining security
awareness and vigilance
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Basic knowledge in handling security-related information

and security-related communications
Basic knowledge of training, drill and exercise
requirements under relevant conventions, codes and IMO
circulars, including those relevant for anti-piracy and
anti-armed robbery
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6
SPECIALIZED TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS OF KEY PERSONNEL
6.1
General
6.1.1
Every MOU should have sufficient key persons on board possessing the knowledge,
qualifications, skills and experience necessary to ensure the safe operation of the MOU. It is
recognized that the nature of MOUs and their operations necessitate the consideration of
specialized training and qualifications. The Administration should determine the adequacy of
the knowledge, qualifications, skills and experience of the personnel assigned the
responsibility for essential safety and pollution prevention functions on the basis of the
design, type, size, and operating parameters of each MOU. Administrations are invited to
consider the essential functions listed below in determining the necessary knowledge,
qualifications, skills and experience for key personnel.
6.1.1bis For personnel with STCW certificates, additional guidance on meeting the
training requirements that are specified in this section is provided in appendix 2.
The recommendations provided in appendix 2 are subject to the approval of the Administration.
6.2
Offshore installation manager (OIM)
6.2.1
The essential safety and pollution prevention functions for which the OIM is
responsible and the related knowledge, competencies and qualifications required will depend
on the type of MOU and its mode of operation:
.1
The person in charge should be well acquainted with the characteristics,

capabilities and limitations of the MOU and should have a full knowledge of
the organization and actions to take in an emergency and the need to
conduct and keep records of emergency drills and training; and
.2
Persons delegated by him should possess the capability to maintain and

operate all fire-fighting equipment and life-saving appliances on board the
MOU and be able to train others in these activities.
6.2.2
Subject to the more precise indications given in table 6.1, which relates to the
training, knowledge, skill and competency requirements for particular types of MOUs, it is
considered necessary for the proper discharge of the essential safety and pollution
prevention functions assigned to the OIM for the OIM to have knowledge, experience and
have demonstrated competence in each of the following matters:
.1
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stability and construction:

.1
the general principles of construction;
.2
the static and dynamic stability of floating MOUs; theory and

factors affecting trim and stability; measures to preserve safe trim
and stability, including sufficient knowledge of stability calculations
and the use of stability booklets; also the relationship with the
regulatory requirements in respect of the stability curves for
operating and survival conditions, taking into account the effect of
the environmental conditions prevailing;
.3
the effect on the trim and stability of a floating MOU in the event of
damage to, and consequence flooding of, any compartment;
counter-measures to be taken; knowledge of the principle and
importance of maintaining the watertight integrity of the MOU;
procedures for maintaining watertight integrity;
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.3
.4
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.4
loading supplies and ballasting in order to keep the unit's stresses

within acceptable limits;
.5
principal structural members and required periodical inspections.

Basic knowledge of the effects of welding. Effects of corrosion on
the structure;
.6
the effect of the mooring system on stability; and
.7
preloading and leg reaction stresses on self-elevating MOUs;
station-keeping, mooring and dynamic positioning:

.1
seabed composition and characteristics;
.2
behaviour of mooring systems and force distribution, including the

effect of environmental conditions;
.3
consequences of failure of the mooring system;
.4
anchor placement and recovery, and working with anchor-handling

vessels; and
.5
the principles of the dynamic positioning system, including capabilities

and limitations of thrusters, power systems and maximum allowable
position offsets;
transit operations:
.1
the 1972 Collision Regulations, as amended;
.2
navigation and electronic navigational aids appropriate to the type

of MOU; and
.3
towing procedures, including recovery of tow;
emergency procedures and safety equipment:

.1
life-saving and fire-fighting procedures, including drills;
.2
maintenance and inspection of life-saving and fire-fighting

appliances in accordance with the regulatory requirements;
.3
communication procedures in emergencies;
.4
precautions to be taken before the onset of heavy weather;
.5
evacuation procedures; and
.6
crisis management and crowd control;
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.6
.7
.8
.9
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personnel transfers:
.1
precautions to be taken during transfer of personnel;
.2
use of the personnel basket;
.3
helicopter transfers; and
.4
vessel transfers;
handling and stowage of supplies, including dangerous goods:

.1
safe handling, stowage and care of equipment, supplies and

dangerous goods;
.2
cranes and lifting equipment and inspections; and
.3
procedures for loading and discharge of helicopters and supply

vessels;
pollution prevention and control:

.1
pollution prevention systems and equipment; and
.2
pollution control procedures;
meteorology:
.1
the characteristics of various weather systems;
.2
ability to apply available meteorological information to ensure

safety of the MOU and, upon request, supply other vessels or
aircraft with information;
.3
sources of meteorological information; and
.4
the effects of weather on the environmental limits of the MOU;
safe working practices:

.1
occupational safety, health and hygiene;
.2
hazardous areas;
.3
permits to work;
.4
work over water;
.5
work in enclosed spaces (see resolution A.1050(27));
.6
personnel training;
.7
understanding of organization and communication; and
.8
understanding and inspection of safety equipment;
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.10
regulatory and certification requirements, including an appreciation of

international and national regulations and recommendations affecting
operations; and
.11
industrial operations as they relate to maritime safety, including

appreciation of the interrelationship between marine operations and specific
industrial activities, including, where appropriate, the following:
.1
drilling and maintenance, where appropriate, of wells;
.2
construction and offshore maintenance and repair;
.3
production;
.4
accommodation support;
.5
lifting operations;
.6
pipe-laying;
.7
diving; and
.8
fire-fighting support.
6.2.3
Methods for demonstrating competence and criteria for evaluating competence for
OIMs are set forth in table 6.2.
6.2.4
Every OIM serving on board a MOU should hold a CoC.
6.3
Barge supervisor (BS)
6.3.1
Knowledge, experience and competence in each of the following matters is
prevention functions assigned to the barge supervisor:
.1
stability and construction:

the stability concepts specified for the ballast control operator plus a period
of service in that capacity;
.2
construction:
principles of construction, structural members, watertight integrity and
damage control;
.3
emergency duties:
responsibilities set forth in the emergency plan or operating manual relating
to the safety of the MOU;
.4
communications:
communication procedures for normal operations and in an emergency;
.5
safe working practices:

.1
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occupational safety, health and hygiene;
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.6
.2
hazardous areas;
.3
permits to work;
.4
work over water;
.5
work in enclosed spaces (see resolution A.1050(27));
.6
personnel training; and
.7
understanding and inspection of safety equipment;
regulatory requirements:
international and national regulations and recommendations affecting
operations;
.7
emergency first aid:

provision of first aid to a casualty pending transfer to a medical facility;
.8
.9
transit operations:
.1
the 1972 Collision Regulations, as amended;
.2
navigation and electronic navigational aids appropriate to the type

of MOU; and
.3
towing procedures, including recovery of tow;
seamanship
.1
heavy weather;
.2
store and bulk liquid transfer;
.3
manoeuvring and positioning;
.4
anchor handling; and
.5
dynamic positioning, if applicable.
6.3.2
BS are set forth in table 6.3.
6.3.3
Every BS serving on board a MOU should hold a CoC.
6.4
Ballast control operator (BCO)
6.4.1
Knowledge, experience and competence in each of the following matters is
prevention functions assigned to the ballast control operator on column-stabilized MOUs:
.1
basic stability:
.1
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understanding of general terms, i.e. displacement, draught, trim,

heel, freeboard, buoyancy, reserve buoyancy, etc.;
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.2
understanding of centre of gravity, centre of buoyancy, position of

metacentre, righting lever and its effect on transverse stability;
.3
stable, unstable and neutral equilibrium;
.4
theory of moments applied to stability including the effects of

heavy lifts and movement of same;
.5
effect of adding, removing and shifting weight. Calculation of

vertical, transverse and longitudinal shift of centre of gravity;
.6
understanding of the inclining experiment report and its use;
.7
effect of free surface on stability and factors affecting same;
.8
general understanding of change of trim, trimming moments,

longitudinal metacentre and longitudinal stability;
.9
use of hydrostatic curves, deadweight scale and hydrostatic tables;
.10
use of cross curves to produce a curve of statical stability and

information from curve;
.11
dynamical stability; synchronous rolling and angle of loll; stability

criteria for MOUs;
.12
effect of mooring system on stability; and
.13
daily loading calculations;
application of stability knowledge, where the following should include the

relevant theory and calculations:
.1
deck loads and effect on stability; change in lightweight;
.2
examination of ballasting systems and procedures;
.3
response to systems failures including station-keeping systems,

damage to structures and subsequent action;
.4
damage
control
procedure,
watertight
compartments
counter-flooding, use of pumping systems and cross-connections;
.5
environmental conditions and their effect on stability;
.6
unit and environmental limitations and criteria for changing to

survival condition;
.7
zones of reduced stability, precautions to take, unsymmetrical

ballasting/de-ballasting and importance of sequence with regard to
stress;
.8
theory of calculations carried out on daily loading sheet, variations

in chain deployed and effect on vertical moment; and
.9
emergency procedures;
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supplementary training:
having successfully completed the formal training, as indicated above, no
individual should work in a ballast control room without the supervision of a
competent person for a period of time to enable him to become fully
conversant with the ballasting systems of that MOU. Before being left in sole
charge and being required to react alone in the event of an emergency, the
individual should receive experience of simulated emergency situations.
6.4.2
BCO are set forth in table 6.4.
6.4.3
Every BCO serving on board a MOU should hold a CoC.
6.5
Maintenance supervisor (MS)
6.5.1
On self-propelled MOUs, the person assigned responsibility for the operation and
maintenance of the main propulsion and auxiliary machinery should meet the appropriate
knowledge requirements of chapter III of the International Convention on Standards of
Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, 1978, as amended (see section 4.1
on self-propelled MOUs).
6.5.2
On non-self-propelled MOUs, the person assigned responsibility for the operation
and maintenance of the power plant and auxiliary machinery should have knowledge,
experience and competence in each of the following:
.1
operation and maintenance of engines.
.2
operation and maintenance of auxiliary machinery including pumping and

piping systems, associated control systems and, if appropriate, jacking
systems;
.3
detection of machinery malfunction, location of faults to prevent or minimize

damage;
.4
maintenance and repair problems;
.5
operation and maintenance of systems for fire prevention, detection and

extinction;
.6
safe working practices;
.7
maintenance of survival craft and launching appliances; and
.8
pollution prevention procedures.
6.5.3
MS on non-self-propelled MOUs are set forth in table 6.5.
6.5.4
Every MS serving on board a MOU should hold a CoC.
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Table 6.1
KNOWLEDGE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTS FOR AN OIM FOR DIFFERENT TYPES OF MOU
Knowledge/
experience listed
in section 6.2.2
Type of MOU
Self-Propelled
Non-Self-Propelled
Surface MOU
Columnstabilized MOU
Other
.1.1
.1.2
.1.3
.1.4
. 1.5
.1.6
.1.7
.2.1
.2.2
.2.3
. 2.4
.2.5
.3.1
.3.2
X
X
X
X
X
1
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
X
1
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
X
1
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
X
1
X
X
X
X
X
.3.3
.4 to.11
X
X
X
X
X
X
1
2
3
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Columnstabilized MOU
Bottom Bearing
Submersible
MOU
Bottom Bearing Selfelevated

MOU
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
3
X
2,3
2.3
2.3
2.3
X
X
X
X
Except for MOUs in dynamic positioning mode.

Bottom-bearing MOUs whilst afloat.
Depends on MOU type and circumstances of operation (to be determined by the Administration).
Other
X
X
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Table 6.2
SPECIFICATION OF MINIMUM STANDARD OF COMPETENCE FOR OFFSHORE INSTALLATION MANAGER
Competence
Plan and ensure safe ballasting and

deballasting operations and
accounting of changes in deck loads
Knowledge of, and ability to apply, relevant international

and national standards concerning stability
Assessment of evidence obtained from one or

more of the following: in-service experience,
direct observation, formal instruction, simulator
training, or examination
Ballasting and deballasting are

planned and executed in accordance
with established procedures
Use of loading stability information which may be

contained in or derived from stability and trim diagrams,
operation manual, and/or computer-based loading and
stability programs
Operational control of trim, stability
and stress
Understanding of fundamental principles of MOU

construction, including principal structural members and
required periodic inspections
Basic knowledge of effects of welding, and effects of
corrosion on the structure
Understanding of fundamental principles and the theories
and factors affecting trim and stability and measures
necessary to preserve trim and stability (afloat mode)
Stability criteria for MOUs (static and dynamic),
environmental limits and criteria for survival conditions
Understanding of inclining experiment, deadweight survey,
and their use
Use of daily loading calculations
Knowledge of the effect:
.1
.2
.3
.4
.5
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on trim and stability of MOU in event of damage to

and consequent flooding of a compartment, and
countermeasures to be taken (afloat mode)
of loading supplies and ballasting in order to keep
the MOU's stresses within acceptable limits
of mooring systems and mooring line failure
of pre-loading and leg stresses on self-elevating
MOUs
of loss of buoyancy
Changes in deck loads are accounted

for in accordance with established
procedures
MOU structure, stability and stress

conditions are maintained within safe
limits at all times
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Competence
Maintain safety and security of MOU

personnel and the operational
condition of life-saving, fire-fighting
and other safety systems
Knowledge of life-saving appliance regulations

(International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea) as
applicable to MOUs

Procedures for monitoring

fire-detection and safety systems
ensure that all alarms are detected
promptly and acted upon in
accordance with established
emergency procedures
Organization of fire and abandon ship drills

Maintenance of operational condition of life-saving,
fire-fighting and other safety systems
Life-saving appliances and fire-fighting

equipment are maintained in
accordance with prescribed standards
Actions to be taken to protect and safeguard all persons on

board in emergencies, including evacuation
Actions to limit damage following a fire, explosion,
collision, or grounding
Precautions to be taken before onset of heavy weather
Develop emergency and damage
control plans and handle emergency
situations
Preparation of contingency plans for response to

emergencies
MOU construction, including damage control

Emergency procedures are in

accordance with the established plans
for emergency situations

Established procedures are followed

during drills and emergencies
Methods and aids for fire prevention, detection and

extinction
Functions and use of life-saving appliances
Evacuation from MOU
Precautions to be taken before onset of heavy weather
Respond to emergencies
Knowledge of :
.1
.2
the effect of trim and stability of flooding due to
damage, fire-fighting , loss of buoyancy or other
reasons and countermeasures to be taken
Effectively communicate stability-related information
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Communications are clear and

effective
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Competence
Maintain MOU safe for transit,
station keeping, mooring and
dynamic positioning conditions

Knowledge of:
.1
.2
.3
.4
.5
.6
.7
.8
Forecast weather and

oceanographic conditions
Plan and ensure safe transfer of

personnel
Knowledge of:

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precautions to be taken during transfer of

personnel
use of the personnel basket
helicopter transfers
vessel transfers
effect of environmental conditions on method of
personnel transfer

Transit, station keeping, mooring and
dynamic positioning operations are
within safe limits at all times
Communications are effective and
comply with established procedures

.2
.3
.4
.5
Resolution MSC.38(63), annex 2.

Knowledge of:
.1 characteristics of weather systems
.2 ability to apply available meteorological
information to ensure safety of MOU and , upon
request, supply other vessels or aircraft with
information
.3 sources of weather information
.4 the effects of weather on the MOU environmental
limits
.1
the 1972 Collision Regulations, as amended

navigation and electronic navigational aids
appropriate to the type of MOU
towing procedures, including recovery of tow
seabed composition and characteristics
behaviour of mooring systems and force
distributions, including the effect of environmental
conditions
consequences of mooring system failure
anchor placement and recovery, and working with
anchor handling vessels
principles of dynamic positioning system, including
capabilities and limitations of thrusters, power
systems and maximum allowable position offsets
(For Dynamic Position equipped vessels only)*
The likely weather conditions for a

determined period are based on all
available information
Actions taken to maintain safety of
navigation and operations minimize
risk to safety of MOU
Personnel transfers are conducted

safely
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Competence
Plan and ensure safe loading,

stowage, securing and handling of
supplies, including dangerous goods
Knowledge of:


Stowage and securing of cargoes and
supplies ensures that stability and
stress conditions remain within safe
limits, and are in accordance with
established guidelines and legislative
requirements
Information on dangers, hazards and
special requirements is recorded in a
suitable format for easy reference in
the event of an incident

Operations are conducted without

hazarding the environment through
spills of oil or dangerous/hazardous
goods, or garbage
.1
.2
.3
.4
.5
Prevention of pollution
Methods and aid to prevent pollution of the environment

Knowledge of:
.1
.2
.3
Monitor and control safe working

practices
the effect on trim and stability of cargoes and

cargo operations
safe handling, stowage and care of equipment,
supplies and dangerous goods
crane and lifting equipment, and their inspections
procedures for loading and discharge of
helicopters and supply vessels
precautions during loading, and unloading, and
use of dangerous, hazardous, or harmful goods
pollution prevention systems and controls

pollution control procedures, including the MOU's
MARPOL I/26 and article 3 of OPRC Convention
Shipboard Oil Pollution Emergency Plan,
MARPOL Annex V Waste Management Plan, and
any plan dealing with dangerous/hazardous goods
importance of proactive measures to protect the
marine environment
Knowledge of safe working practices, such as:

.1 occupational safety, health and hygiene
.2 hazardous areas
.3 permits to work
.4 work over water
.5 work in confined spaces
Knowledge of personnel training, organization and
communication
Understanding and inspection of safety equipment
Identify, evaluate, control new hazards through
engineering controls or safe working practices
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Actions to ensure that a positive

environmental reputation is maintained

Operations minimize hazards to

personnel
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Competence
Monitor and control compliance with

legislative requirements and
measures to ensure safety of life at
sea and the protection of the marine
environment
Knowledge of international maritime law embodied in

international agreements and conventions
Regard should be paid to the following subjects:
.1 certificates and other documents required to be
carried on board MOUs by international
conventions and/or agreements
.2 responsibilities under the relevant requirements of
the:
- International Convention on Load Lines;
- International Convention for the Safety of Life
at Sea;
- International Convention for the Prevention of
Pollution from Ships;
.3 maritime declarations of health and the
requirements of the International Health
Regulations
.4 responsibilities under international instruments
affecting the safety of the MOU, visitors, crew and
cargo
.5 methods and aids to prevent pollution of the
marine environment by MOUs
.6 national legislation for implementing international
agreements and conventions

Procedures for monitoring operations

and maintenance comply with
legislative requirements
Knowledge and appreciation of the interrelationship between

marine operations and specific industrial activities including,
where appropriate, the following:
.1
drilling and maintenance, where appropriate, of wells
.2
construction and offshore maintenance and repair
.3
production
.4
accommodation support
.5
lifting operations
.6. pipe-laying
.7
diving
.8
fire-fighting support

Monitor and control industrial

operations impacting maritime safety
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Potential non-compliance is promptly

and fully identified
Planned renewal and extension of
certificates ensures continued validity
of surveyed items and equipment
Industrial operations are carried out

safely
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Table 6.3
SPECIFICATION OF MINIMUM STANDARD OF COMPETENCE FOR BARGE SUPERVISOR
Competence
deballasting operations and
accounting of changes in deck loads
Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant international and

national standards concerning stability

Use of loading stability information as may be contained in

or derived from stability and trim diagrams, operation
manual, and/or computer-based loading and stability
programs
Operational control of trim, stability
and stress
Understanding of fundamental principles of MOU

construction, including principal structural members and
required periodic inspections, watertight integrity and
damage control
Basic knowledge of effects of welding, and effects of
corrosion on the structure
Understanding of fundamental principles and the theories
and factors affecting trim and stability and measures
necessary to preserve trim and stability
Stability criteria for MOU (static and dynamic),
environmental limits and criteria for survival conditions
Understanding of inclining experiment, deadweight survey,
and their use
Knowledge of the effect of mooring systems and mooring
line failure
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Ballasting and deballasting are
planned and executed in accordance
Changes in deck loads are accounted
for in accordance with established
procedures

MOU structure, stability and stress

conditions are maintained within safe
limits at all times
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Competence

Knowledge of :
.1
.2
the effect of trim and stability of flooding due to
damage, fire-fighting, loss of buoyancy or other
reasons and countermeasures to be taken
Effectively communicate stability related and damage
control information
Seamanship
Knowledge of :
.1
.2
the 1972 Collision Regulations, as amended

navigation and electronic navigational aids
appropriate to the type of MOU
.3 towing procedures, including recovery of tow
Proficiency in the following:
.1 heavy weather
.2 store and bulk liquid transfer
.3 manoeuvring and positioning
.4 anchor handling
.5 dynamic positioning, if applicable
Effectively communicate navigational and cargo handling
information
Plan and ensure safe loading,
stowage, securing and handling of
supplies, including dangerous goods
Knowledge of:
.1
.2
.3
.4
.5
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the effect on trim and stability of cargoes and

cargo operations
safe handling, stowage and care of equipment,
supplies and dangerous goods
crane and lifting equipment, and their inspections
procedures for loading and discharge of
helicopters and supply vessels
precautions during loading, and unloading, and
use of dangerous, hazardous, or harmful goods



Transit, station keeping, mooring and

dynamic positioning operations are
within safe limits at all times
Communications are clear and

effective
Communications are effective and

comply with established procedures


Stowage and securing of cargoes and
supplies ensures that stability and
stress conditions remain within safe
limits, and are in accordance with
established guidelines and legislative
requirements
Information on dangers, hazards and
special requirements is recorded in a
suitable format for easy reference in
the event of an incident
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Competence
Monitor and control safe working
practices

Knowledge of safe working practices, such as:
.1 occupational safety, health and hygiene
.2 hazardous areas
.3 permits to work
.4 work over water
.5 work in confined spaces
Knowledge of personnel training, organization and
communication
Understanding and inspection of safety equipment
Monitor and control compliance with

legislative requirements and measures
to ensure safety of life at sea and the
protection of the marine environment
Knowledge of international maritime law embodied in

international agreements and conventions
Regard should be paid to the following subjects:
.1
.2
.3
.4
.5
.6
Provide first aid to a casualty prior to

transfer to medical facility
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Operations minimize hazards to

personnel
Examination and a Assessment of evidence

obtained from one or more of the following:
in-service experience, direct observation, formal
instruction, simulator training, or examination
Procedures for monitoring operations and

maintenance comply with legislative
requirements
certificates and other documents required to be

carried on board MOUs by international conventions
and/or agreements
responsibilities under the relevant requirements of
the:
- International Convention on Load Lines;
- International Convention for the Safety of Life at
Sea;
- International Convention for the Prevention of
Pollution from Ships;
responsibilities under international instruments
affecting the safety of the MOU, visitors, crew and
cargo
methods and aids to prevent pollution of the marine
environment by MOUs
national legislation for implementing international
agreements and conventions
marine environment
See table A-VI/4-1 of STCW Code
Potential non-compliance is promptly and

fully identified
Planned renewal and extension of
certificates ensures continued validity of
surveyed items and equipment
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Table 6.4
SPECIFICATION OF MINIMUM STANDARD OF COMPETENCE FOR BALLAST CONTROL OPERATORS
Competence
deballasting operations and accounting
of changes in deck loads

Knowledge of and ability to apply relevant international and
national standards concerning stability
Use of loading stability information as may be contained in or
derived from stability and trim diagrams, operations manuals,
and/or computer-based loading and stability programs
Operational control trim, stability and

stress
Understanding of fundamental principles of ship construction

and the theories and factors affecting trim and stability and the
measures necessary to preserve trim and stability

more of the following:
Ballasting and deballasting operations

are planned and executed in accordance
Changes in deck loads are accounted for
in accordance with established
procedures

Stability and stress conditions are

maintained within established limits at all
times

in-service experience, direct observation during
drills and exercises, formal instruction, simulator


in-service experience, formal instruction, or
examination
Follows pollution prevention procedures

established by international convention,
national requirements and company
policy
Stability criteria for MOUs, environmental limits and criteria for

survival conditions
Understanding the inclining experiment report and its use
Dynamical stability
Effect of mooring systems and mooring line failure
Knowledge of emergency procedures

Knowledge of the effect on trim and stability of flooding due to
damage, fire-fighting , loss of buoyancy or other reasons and
countermeasures to be taken
Communications are clear and effective
Effectively communicate stability-related information

Methods and aids to prevent pollution of the environment

Knowledge of relevant international and national requirements,
regard should be paid especially to:
.1
.2
.3
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certificates and other documents required by

international conventions or national law, how they
may be obtained, and their period of validity
responsibilities under relevant international agreements
importance of proactive measures to protect the marine
environment

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Table 6.5
SPECIFICATION OF MINIMUM STANDARD OF COMPETENCE FOR MAINTENANCE SUPERVISORS ON NON-SELF-PROPELLED MOUs
Competence
Use appropriate tools for fabrication

and repair operations typically
performed on MOUs
Characteristics and limitations of materials used in

construction and repair
Characteristics and limitations of processes used for
fabrication and repair
Properties and parameters considered in the fabrication
and repair of systems and components
Application of safe working practices in the workshop
environment

workshop skills training, in-service experience,
or examination
Identification of important parameters

for fabrication of typical MOU-related
components is appropriate
Selection of material is appropriate
Fabrication is to designated tolerances
Use of equipment and machine tools is
appropriate and safe
Use hand tools and measuring

equipment for dismantling,
maintenance, repair and reassembly of onboard plant and
equipment
Design characteristics and selection of materials in

construction of equipment
Interpretation of machinery drawings and hand tools
Operational characteristics of equipment and systems

or examination
Safety procedures followed are

appropriate
Selection of tools and spare gear is
appropriate
Dismantling, inspecting, repairing and
reassembling equipment is in
accordance with manuals and good
practice
Re-commissioning and performance
testing in accordance with manuals
and good practice
Use hand tools, electrical and

electronic measuring and test
equipment for fault-finding,
maintenance and repair operations
Safety requirements for working on electrical systems

Construction and operational characteristics of onboard
AC and DC electrical systems and equipment
Construction and operation of electrical test and measuring
equipment

or examination
Implementation of safety procedures is

satisfactory
Selection and use of test equipment is
appropriate and interpretation of
results is accurate
Selection of procedures for the
conduct of repair and maintenance is
in accordance with manuals and good
practice
Commissioning and performance
testing of equipment and systems
brought back into service after repair is
in accordance with manuals and good
practice
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Competence
Operate alternators, generators and

control systems
Generating plant
Appropriate basic electrical knowledge and skills
Preparing, starting, coupling and charging over alternators
or generators
Location of common faults and action to prevent damage
Control systems
Location of common faults and action to prevent damage

in service experience, simulator training,
laboratory equipment training, or examination
Operations are planned and carried

out in accordance with established
rules and procedures to ensure safety
of operations
Maintain engineering systems,

including control systems
Appropriate basic mechanical knowledge and skills

Safe isolation of electrical and other types of plant and
equipment required before personnel are permitted to work
on such plant or equipment
Undertake maintenance and repair to plant and equipment

in service experience, simulator training,
laboratory equipment training, or examination
Isolation, dismantling and reassembly

of plant and equipment is in
accordance with accepted practices
and procedures. Action taken leads to
the restoration of plant by the method
most suitable and appropriate to the
prevailing circumstances and
conditions
Operate, monitor and evaluate

engine and machinery performance
and capacity
Operation and maintenance of:

engines
auxiliary machinery including pumping and piping systems,
associated control systems and, if appropriate, jacking
systems

in-service experience, formal instruction,
simulator training, or examination
Action during drills or in response to

emergencies conform to established
procedures
Detect and identify the cause of

machinery malfunctions and correct
faults
Detection of machinery malfunction and location of faults

to prevent or minimize damage

Methods of comparing actual operating

conditions are in accordance with
recommended practices and
procedures
Actions and decisions are in
accordance with recommended
operating specifications and limitations
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Competence
Organize safe maintenance and
repair procedures

Marine engineering practice
Organizing and carrying out safe maintenance and repair
procedures
Operate and maintain survival craft

and launching systems and systems
for fire prevention, detection and
extinction
Maintenance of operational condition of survival craft and

launching systems and systems for fire prevention, detection
and extinction

Assessment of evidence obtained from one
or more of the following:
Maintenance activities are correctly

planned and carried out in accordance
with technical, legislative, safety and
procedural specifications
Appropriate plans, specifications
materials and equipment are available
and used for maintenance and repair
Actions taken lead to the restoration of
the plant by the most suitable method

Procedures for maintaining equipment

ensure that equipment remains
operational
Actions taken in response to drills or
emergencies follow established
procedures

Follows pollution prevention

procedures established by
international conventions, national
requirements and company policy
Actions taken to protect the MOU and its personnel and limit
damage following fire, explosion, collision or grounding
Methods and aids to prevent pollution of the environment

Knowledge of relevant international and national
requirements, regard should be paid especially to:
.1
.2
.3
Ensure safe working practices
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certificates and other documents required by

international conventions or national law, how they
may be obtained, and their period of validity
responsibilities under relevant international
agreements
marine environment
Safe working practices


Working practices are in accordance

with legislative requirements, codes of
practice, environmental concerns, and
company policies
Safe working practices are observed
and appropriate safety and protective
equipment is correctly used at all times
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7
FITNESS FOR DUTY
7.1
General
Each Administration should direct the attention of Companies to familiarize all their
offshore personnel (Categories A, B, C & D) with the requirements, principles and guidance
as set out in these recommendations. Offshore personnel should:
.1
make proper assignments to ensure that a safe watch and work schedule,
appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions, is maintained
on board the MOU;
.2
take into account any limitations in qualifications or fitness of an individual

on watch or working prior to allowing or assigning them the watch or task;
.3
understand their individual roles and responsibilities and those of other

personnel on watch or workers on duty with them;
.4
make effective use of all resources available (e.g. information, equipment

and other personnel);
.5
understand the functions and operation of equipment under their purview;
.6
understand information provided to them by their equipment (i.e. readings)

and by other personnel on watch or working with them prior to acting on it;
.7
maintain an exchange of appropriate communication in any situation; and
.8
notify their immediate supervisor and/or the OIM without hesitation when in
any doubt as to what action to take in the interest of safety or security.
7.2
Each Administration should direct the attention of Companies that adequate
measures are established for the purpose of preventing drug and alcohol abuse.
7.3
Each Administration should direct the attention of Companies to establish and
enforce rest periods for all personnel, especially personnel on watch and those whose duties
involve safety, security or pollution prevention.
7.4
Arrangements regarding rest and fatigue:

1
Administrations should take into account the danger posed by fatigue of

personnel, especially those whose duties involve the safety and security of
the MOU;
.2
All personnel whose duties involve designated safety, security or pollution

prevention should be provided with a minimum rest period of not less
than 10 hours in any 24-hour period, and 77 hours in any 7-day period,
except in emergency situations and as determined by the Administration;
.3
Musters, fire-fighting, lifeboat drills and other drills prescribed by national

laws and regulations or by international instruments, should be conducted
in a manner that minimizes the disturbance of rest periods and does not
induce fatigue; and
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8.
Nothing in these recommendations should be deemed to impair the right of

the Master, OIM, or Person-in-Charge of the MOU to require any personnel
to perform any hours of work necessary for the immediate safety or
security of the MOU, the personnel on board, to effect crew-changes, or for
the purpose of aiding another MOU in distress. Accordingly, the Master,
OIM, or Person-in-Charge may suspend the schedule of rest to perform
any necessary work until the normal situation of the MOU has been
restored.
MEDICAL STANDARDS
8.1
Administrations should establish standards of medical fitness for offshore personnel
(Categories C & D) serving on board MOUs and those personnel should hold a valid medical
certificate issued in accordance with the requirements of the Administration or recognized
industry standards. Flag States are encouraged to recognize the coastal State medical
regime when they are in place.
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Appendix 1
GUIDANCE ON DRILLS AND EXERCISES
INTRODUCTION
1.1
This guidance is offered to aid in the development of an effective programme of
drills and exercises for training and assessment of basic offshore emergency response.
Drills and exercises are a primary means of testing and maintaining the emergency
response arrangements of a mobile offshore MOU. They also are an integral part of the
system of providing basic safety training and other emergency response training to
individuals and evaluating individual skills and knowledge in these areas.
1.2
Definitions
1.2.1
Exercise means a test of the emergency response arrangements under as near
realistic conditions as possible on the MOU and involves all MOU personnel.
1.2.2
Drill means a form of exercise which provides the opportunity to practice elements
of the system. Drills are carried out under realistic conditions while allowing for instruction
and training, e.g. breathing apparatus drills for the fire team, casualty handling for first-aid
and stretcher teams, etc.
1.3
Drill and exercise programme
1.3.1
The drill and exercise programme should be an integral part of the MOU's training
programme. For drills and exercises that are intended to develop to maintain and asses
competencies which are too risky or too complex to perform on board the MOU, e.g. lifeboat
launching in rough seas, the use of approved simulators in accordance with flag State and/or
coastal State requirements, however in the absence of these, a recognized industry
standard to enhance the realism of the drill and the exercise should be considered.
The design of a programme of drills and exercises can be considered on four levels.
Offshore/onshore exercises
1.3.2
Since many MOUs rely on shore-based support during response to major
emergencies, these exercises are intended to test and develop communications and
relationships between the MOU and onshore emergency support teams. To maximize the
benefits of such exercises, considerable coordination and planning may be required.
1.3.3
Arrangements should be made for independent observers, i.e. persons not involved
in the actual exercise, to monitor both the offshore and onshore elements of the exercise
and provide objective assessment and feedback.
1.3.4
Offshore/onshore exercises should be held at such intervals as to allow each OIM
to participate in at least one such exercise every 3 years, i.e. the nominal frequency should
be approximately 18-month interval.
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Offshore exercises
1.3.5
These exercises are intended to test and develop communications and
relationships for those on board the MOU and for the MOU's emergency support teams.
They are also used to test and develop integrated emergency response arrangements for
MOUs engaged in combined operations.
1.3.6
When possible, arrangements should be made for independent observers,
i.e. persons not involved in the actual exercise, to monitor the exercise and provide objective
assessment and feedback.
Routine drills
1.3.7
A programme of routine drills is established to provide systematic practical training
and experience in the elements of basic offshore emergency response. The programme
should ensure that all the elements of required individual and team competence in basic
offshore emergency preparedness training are regularly tested. Various elements can be
tested during a drill.
1.3.8
Consideration should also be given to carrying out drills in order to provide training
and heighten awareness prior to conducting non-routine or hazardous operations.
Assessment drills
1.3.9
A programme of assessment drills should be specifically established to provide for
periodic and systematic demonstration of individual competence in the elements of basic
safety training. Other elements of emergency response as may be determined to be
appropriate for the MOU may also be assessed.
1.4
Evaluation and assessment
1.4.1
Assessors should be assigned for each exercise and drill. If practicable, assessors
should not be active participants in the drill or exercise, so that they can dedicate their time
and attention to training and assessment.
1.4.2
All assessors should:

.1
have an appropriate level of knowledge and understanding of the

competence to be assessed;
.2
be qualified in the tasks for which the assessment is being made; and
.3
have received appropriate guidance in assessment methods and practice

and have gained practical assessment experience.
1.4.3
Arrangements should be made periodically which permit the OIM, PIC or other
supervisors, to be released from their normal emergency response role to monitor the key
aspects of the MOU's drills.
1.4.4
As a matter of routine, personnel with key emergency response roles should
monitor the performance in their areas and ensure that appropriate action is taken to resolve
any problems which are identified.
1.4.5
Drills should be structured so as to also demonstrate that associated emergency
appliances and equipment are complete, in good working order and ready for immediate use.
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1.4.6
A debriefing should be held after each drill exercise for training purposes and to
assist in the overall assessment and evaluation.
1.5
Records and follow-up
1.5.1
Records, similar to the samples provided in attachment 1, should be maintained
describing the scope of all drills which are conducted. More detailed reports may be
appropriate for exercises.
1.5.2
Records should include any recommendations for improvements or modification
which were identified with respect to emergency procedures, drill or exercise procedures, or
equipment.
1.5.3
A record, similar to the sample provided in attachment 2, should be maintained of all
assessment drills. When assessment drills are completed, suitable endorsements should also
be made in individuals' training record books, training passports or other appropriate records.
1.5.4
A system should be established to ensure that all recommendations are properly
considered and appropriate action taken.
1.6
Special precautions
1.6.1
For MOUs that may be working with open wells, the status of the well and the safety
of well operations should be given special consideration.
1.6.2
For MOUs involved in combined operations, the effect of the drill or exercise on the
other MOU or facility should be considered. Nevertheless, the development of drill and
exercise scenarios addressing combined operations is encouraged.
2
OFFSHORE EXERCISES
2.1
Exercise scenarios
Offshore exercises should be varied and challenging. Scenario details should be adequate to
allow for a realistic exercise but not so prescriptive as to prevent variations and an injection of
the unexpected into the exercise. An example of an exercise scenario is contained in
attachment 3.
2.2
Planning of exercises
2.2.1
Exercises should be carried out at a time which minimizes disruption to operations
without detriment to the exercise objectives.
2.2.2
There should be elements of surprise in the timing of the exercise. However, this
needs to be balanced with safety and other operational requirements.
2.2.3
Where possible, offshore exercises should be held when there are onshore
management or other suitably qualified personnel available to assist in monitoring the
exercise and to input realistic variations to the scenarios at random and unexpectedly.
If there are no persons with the necessary knowledge or experience of an emergency
exercise available then the OIM, or other supervisors, should fulfil this function.
2.2.4
Offshore exercises should be held at approximately 3-month intervals.
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ROUTINE DRILLS
3.1
Drill scenarios
3.1.1
Routine drills are a means of practising emergency response, building teamwork,
and providing training in basic safety and other elements of emergency response.
3.1.2
It is essential that routine drills do not become repetitive. Drills should be developed
from a selection of the elements relevant to current or planned operations so as to provide
variety and a challenge to the personnel of the MOU.
3.1.3
All the required elements of basic safety training should be covered by the drill
programme within any 3-month period. Additional emergency response elements may be
added to address unit-specific concerns such as combined operations (assistance to others),
helideck fire fighting, etc. Possible elements for developing routine drills are provided in
attachment 4.
3.1.4
Unless a drill is designed to meet a specific training purpose, e.g. breathing
apparatus procedures for fire team members, then each drill should include the mustering of
all personnel to both their normal and alternative muster points.
3.1.5
For MOUs operating (or scheduled to operate) in areas where hydrogen sulphide
(H2S) is a concern, the H2S mustering procedures should be included.
3.2
Frequency
3.2.1
One abandon MOU and one fire drill should be held every week. Drills should be
so arranged that all regularly assigned personnel participate in one abandon MOU and one
fire drill at least once a month. A drill should take place within 24 hours, if possible, after a
personnel change if more than 25 per cent of the personnel have not participated in
abandon MOU and fire drills on board that particular MOU in the previous month.
3.2.2
Other drills should be held as frequently as required to ensure that the required
levels of competence in basic safety and emergency response preparedness are achieved.
4
ASSESSMENT DRILLS
4.1
Assessment drills are designed for the specific purpose of providing a means for an
individual to demonstrate that he or she has achieved the required standard of competence
in basic safety (i.e. personal survival, fire fighting, elementary first aid, and personal safety)
and other emergency response elements determined to be appropriate for the MOU.
4.2
Personnel not regularly assigned to a MOU may experience difficulty in
documenting that they have achieved the required standard of competence in basic safety
under realistic conditions (i.e. they may have only been assessed during shore-based
training). Accordingly, installation managers should be encouraged to include such
personnel in assessment drills when they are conducted.
4.3
Because of the importance attached to proficiency in basic safety, individuals failing
to demonstrate the required level of proficiency should be immediately provided with
remedial training.
4.4
Guidance on assessment drills is provided in attachment 5.
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Attachment 1
SAMPLE DRILL/EXERCISE RECORD
MOU:
Date:
Brief description of drill/exercise scenario: (e.g. fire in pantry, muster, etc.)
Emergency response elements exercised:
Emergency control centre

Command
Communications
Information availability
Establishing alternate location
Helideck (if installed)

Leadership
Fire monitor and rescue equipment
Casualty handling
Mustering
Accounting for
personnel
Moving and controlling personnel
Communications
Evacuation/escape
Survival craft boarding
Survival craft launching
Escape systems
Protective equipment
Communications
Fire teams
Leadership
Communications
Fire containment and extinction
Dewatering
Breathing apparatus procedures
Search and rescue
Casualty handling
First aid
Casualty management
Casualty handling
Casualty evacuation
14 Enclosed Space Entry and Rescue

(See resolution A.1050(27)
Well control (if applicable)

Trip drills
Kick drills
Well control
Well kill
Shallow gas
16 Security Awareness
8 Collision/flooding
Manual operation of valves
Preserving watertight integrity
Emergency dewatering
9
Man overboard
Rescue boat launching
Standby vessel communication
10 Severe storm
Securing equipment on deck
11 Hydrogen sulphide
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12 Diving operations
(if applicable)
Onboard emergency while divers
submerged
Emergencies involving divers
13 Assistance to others
15 Rescue at heights
17 Environmental Awareness
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Comments on performance:
Recommendations for improvements:
Signed:______________________
Date:
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_____________________
Position:_____________________
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Attachment 2
ASSESSMENT DRILL RECORD SHEET
(A separate record sheet should be completed for each drill)
MOU name:
Location:
Date of drill:
Drill No:
Drill title:
Candidates assessed:
Name:
Employer:
Training passport
or record No:
Performance:
Assessor:
Name:
Position:
I confirm that I have assessed the performance of the above candidates against the drill
objectives and found it to be satisfactory. I have endorsed their individual records
accordingly.
Signature:
Date:
OIM:
I confirm that the above drill and assessment was carried out.
Signature:
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Attachment 3
SAMPLE OFFSHORE EMERGENCY RESPONSE EXERCISE SCENARIO
Objective:
To demonstrate the MOU's ability to respond to a major incident which escalates to the point
that evacuation is appropriate.
Outline scenario:
Exercise commences with a manually initiated alarm and a report of fire, collision, loss of
well control or other escalating event.
Emergency response procedures are put into action.
Person or persons are identified as missing.
The event escalates until the response teams conclude containment is no longer
possible.
Abandon MOU procedures are initiated.
Personnel proceed to controlled evacuation or escape points, as directed.
Expected response:
Personnel make job sites safe and proceed to assigned muster areas.
On MOUs engaged in well operations, the drill crew closes the well and makes it safe.
The OIM proceeds to designated emergency control point and takes control.
Standby vessel, emergency response organizations, and onshore base(s) are notified of
exercise, as appropriate.
Mustering, identify missing person or persons and where last seen.
Fire teams, appropriately clothed, run hoses and commence search of area.
Where safe and appropriate to do so, fixed fire-fighting systems are activated and
performance verified.
Casualties are located and are moved to a safe area by first aid responders and/or the
stretcher-bearers.
Fire escalates and personnel ordered to preferred evacuation points.
Fire teams are withdrawn and abandon MOU alarm is initiated.
Possible scenario variables: (Not all will be used in a single exercise)
Communications failure between fire team leader, muster checkers and/or OIM.
OIM incapacitated at any stage during the exercise.
Other key personal incapacitated.
Routes to muster areas and/or evacuation points are blocked.
Critical equipment fails, e.g. loss of a fire pump.
Search teams are trapped.
Casualties in other areas require immediate medical attention.
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Attachment 4
POSSIBLE ELEMENTS OF EMERGENCY RESPONSE
FOR DEVELOPING ROUTINE DRILLS
Emergency control centre

Command
Communications
Information availability
Establishing alternate location
Helideck (if installed)

Leadership
Fire monitor and rescue equipment
Casualty handling
Mustering
Accounting for personnel
Moving and controlling personnel
Communications
Collision/Flooding
Manual operation of valves
Emergency dewatering
Evacuation/Escape
Survival craft boarding
Survival craft launching
Escape systems
Protective equipment
Communications
Man overboard
Rescue boat launching
Standby vessel communication
Fire teams
Leadership
Communications
Fire containment and extinction
Dewatering
Breathing apparatus procedures
Search and rescue
Casualty handling
First aid
Casualty management
Casualty handling
Casualty evacuation
Well control (where applicable)

Trip drills
Kick drills
Well control
Well kill
Shallow gas
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10 Severe storm
Securing equipment on deck
11 Hydrogen sulphide
12 Diving operations (if applicable)
Onboard emergency while divers are
underwater
Emergencies involving divers
13 Assistance to others
(particularly
for combined operations)
14 Enclosed Space Entry and Rescue
(see resolution A.1050(27))
15 Rescue at heights
16 Security Awareness
17 Environmental Awareness
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Attachment 5
STANDARD ASSESSMENT DRILLS
Mustering
Drill objectives: Candidates are to demonstrate to the satisfaction of the assessor that on
hearing/observing alarms they:
-
correctly identify the alarm, appropriately make safe their work area, and
proceed to their assigned muster area;
arrive at the muster area suitably clothed, with the required personal protective
equipment, and with such other equipment as may be assigned on the muster
list or station bill;
follow the instructions and directions of the muster checker or other person in
control; and
can don the personal protective equipment.2
Drill conditions: This drill can form part of the MOU's routine drill programme provided that:
-
the assessor is in a position to observe the candidates at their muster area;

the drill includes transferring the group from the muster area to the point of
evacuation, or escape, if different from the muster area; and
persons being assessed demonstrate the ability to don all appropriate personal
protective equipment.3
Assessment frequency: Personnel should be assessed performing this drill at 21 to 27-month

(nominal 24-month) intervals.
Assessment process: Prior to the commencement of the drill the candidates for
assessment should be identified so as to be recognizable by the assessor. The assessor will
evaluate each candidate in achieving the drill objectives. In the event that the assessor is
not satisfied with a candidate's performance, the candidate's supervisor or employer should
be informed.
Survival craft boarding procedures
CAUTION PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN TO PROTECT AGAINST INADVERTENT
ACTIVATION OF THE SURVIVAL CRAFT'S RELEASING GEAR DURING THIS
DRILL
Drill objectives: By the end of the drill candidates will demonstrate to the satisfaction of the
drill assessor that they can:
2
board a survival craft in accordance with appropriate procedures;

secure themselves in the survival craft; and
assist others in the survival craft.
Including both lifejackets and immersion suits if operating in an area where immersion suits are provided.
If sealed immersion suits are provided, individuals may demonstrate donning procedures on suits provided
for demonstration and drill purposes.
For assessment purposes, this part of the drill may take place at the end of the routine drill when other
personnel have stood down.
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Drill conditions: This drill can form part of the MOU's routine drill programme provided that
the assessor is in a position to observe candidates throughout the drill.
(nominal 24-month) intervals for each type of survival craft installed.
Assessment process: Prior to the commencement of the drill the candidates for
assessment should be identified so as to be recognizable by the assessor. The assessor will
ensure that each candidate has achieved the drill objectives. In the event that the assessor is
not satisfied with a candidate's performance, the candidate's supervisor or employer should
be informed.
Survival craft start and launching procedures
CAUTION PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE TAKEN TO PROTECT AGAINST INADVERTENT
ACTIVATION OF THE SURVIVAL CRAFT'S RELEASING GEAR DURING THIS
DRILL
Drill objectives: By the end of the drill, candidates will demonstrate to the satisfaction of the
drill assessor that they:
-
can secure the survival craft for launch;
can start the survival craft using both primary and back-up systems;
are familiar with the procedures for launching and releasing the survival craft;
know which way to steer the survival craft; and
are familiar with the essential equipment within the survival craft.4
Drill conditions: This drill will not normally form part of the MOU's routine drill programme.
This drill should be carried out at the end of a routine drill or as a separate event. The
number of personnel involved in the drill should be restricted, nominally to a maximum of six.
Assessment process: The assessor should ask the candidate to secure the survival craft
ready for launching and then ask them to talk through the start-up launch and steering
procedures to achieve the drill objectives. In the event that the assessor is not satisfied with
a candidate's performance, the candidate's supervisor or employer should be informed.
Escape drill
drill assessor that they know:
-
the locations of the MOU's escape and emergency communications equipment;

e.g. liferafts, knotted ropes, scramble nets, other personnel escape systems
and EPIRBs;
Care should be exercised to prevent the inadvertent broadcast of distress calls when handling radios,
EPIRBs, etc.
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-
how to deploy the equipment;
the techniques for using the equipment; and
the precautions for jumping into the water from a height.
Drill conditions: This drill will not normally form part of the MOU's routine drill programme.
This drill should be carried out at the end of a routine drill or as a separate event. When used
for assessment purposes the number of participants on the drill should be restricted to a
maximum of six.
Assessor: The assessment will be carried out by a supervisor who has the necessary
knowledge and skills.
Assessment Process: The assessor should ask candidates to take them to where the
escape systems are located. The candidate should then be asked to talk through the
procedures for deploying the equipment, outline how the equipment should be used and,
when appropriate, demonstrate its use. In the event that the assessor is not satisfied with a
candidate's performance, the candidate's supervisor or employer should be informed.
First aid drill
-
can take the basic precautions to maintain an airway;
understand and can apply basic cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR);
can take necessary precautions to control bleeding; and
know the actions to take to assist a hypothermia victim.
Drill conditions: This drill should be carried out with a maximum of six candidates in
controlled conditions. If available, suitable aids should be used to assist candidates to
demonstrate their skills to the satisfaction of the assessor.
Assessment Process: The assessor should take the candidates through the basic
requirements of first aid, ask questions of the group, and ask for demonstrations of the
various techniques. A first aid mannequin should be available for these demonstrations. In
the event that the assessor is not satisfied with a candidate's performance, the candidate's
supervisor or employer should be informed.
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Fire drill
-
understand the elements of fire and explosion, types and sources of ignition and
classification of fire and appropriate extinguishing agents;
know the onboard fire-fighting organization and their individual responsibilities;
can locate fire-alarms, fire-fighting equipment and emergency escape routes;
can take the necessary actions upon discovery of smoke or fire;
know the appropriate actions to take to exit a smoke-filled space;
can properly use escape breathing apparatus, if provided; and
can properly use equipment commonly used to extinguish small fires.
Drill conditions: This drill should be carried out with a maximum of six candidates in
controlled conditions. Actual use of equipment is encouraged if it can be done safely.
Assessment process: The assessor should examine the candidates in their basic
knowledge of fire theory, onboard fire-fighting organization and individual responsibilities.
Candidates should be asked to individually demonstrate and walk through the actions they
would take upon discovery of smoke or fire.
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Appendix 2
GUIDANCE FOR PERSONNEL WITH STCW CERTIFICATES OF COMPETENCY
TO MEET THE SPECIALIZED TRAINING SPECIFIED IN SECTION 6
OF THESE RECOMMENDATIONS
1.
Introduction
1.1
This guidance is offered to assist in the identification of additional training
requirements for STCW certificated mariners serving on board Mobile Offshore MOUs
(MOUs), to be equivalent to the specialized training specified for the various positions
listed in section 6 of these recommendations. These recommendations are subject to
the approval of the Administration.
2.
Definitions
2.1
Convention in this appendix refers to the International Convention on Standards
of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) for Seafarers 1978, as amended.
2.2
Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch in this appendix refers to personnel
certified in accordance with the Convention regulation II/1.
2.3
Masters or Chief Mates in this appendix refers to personnel certified in
accordance with the Convention regulation II/2.
2.4
Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch in this appendix refers to personnel
certified in accordance with the Convention regulation III/1.
2.5
Chief Engineer and Second Engineer in this appendix refer to personnel
certified in accordance with the Convention regulation III/2.
3.
Additional recommended training for personnel certificated under the

Convention
3.1
Offshore Installation Manager to fulfil the role of OIM, as specified in
Paragraph 6.2 of these recommendations, personnel holding a valid STCW certificate of
competency as Master or Chief Mate should in addition successfully complete a training
course in Well Control and MOU Stability (MOU-type specific).
3.2
Barge Supervisor to fulfil the role of BS, as specified in Paragraph 6.3 of these
recommendations, personnel holding a valid STCW certificate of competency as Master,
Chief Mate, or Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch should in addition successfully
complete a training course in MOU Stability (MOU-type specific).
3.3
Ballast Control Operator to fulfil the role of BCO, as specified in paragraph 6.4 of
these recommendations, personnel holding a valid STCW certificate of competency as
Master, Chief Mate, Chief Engineer, Second Engineer, Officer in Charge of a Navigational
Watch or Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch should in addition successfully complete
a training course in MOU Stability (MOU-type specific).
3.4
Maintenance Supervisor to fulfil the role of MS, as specified in paragraph 6.5 of
these recommendations, personnel holding a valid STCW certificate of competency as Chief
Engineer, Second Engineer, or Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch, require no
additional training.
***
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ANNEX 4
PROPOSED BIENNIAL AGENDA FOR THE 2014-2015 BIENNIUM AND ITEMS ON THE
COMMITTEE'S POST-BIENNIAL AGENDA THAT FALL UNDER THE PURVIEW OF THE SUB-COMMITTEE
PROPOSED BIENNIAL AGENDA FOR THE 2014-2015 BIENNIUM
STANDARDS ON TRAINING AND WATCHKEEPING (STW)
PLANNED OUTPUTS 2014-2015
Parent
organ(s)
Coordinating
organ(s)
Associated
organ(s)
Target
completion
year
DE/STW
2014
Number
Description
2.01.1.5
Development of provisions to ensure the integrity and uniform

implementation of the 1969 TM Convention
MSC
SLF
5.1.2.22
Promotion of the implementation of the 1995 STCW-F Convention
MSC
STW
Continuous
Notes: This output has been revised by the Council Working Group as: Clarification of the 1995 STCW-F Convention provisions and follow-up action to
the associated Conference resolutions with a target completion date of 2015.
5.2.1.3
Development of international code of safety for ships using gases or

other low flashpoint fuels
Review of general cargo ship safety
5.2.1.7
MSC
BLG
MSC
STW
2014
DE/DSC/FSI/
NAV/STW
2014
Notes: The work on this output is completed.

5.2.1.17
Development of a mandatory Code of ships operating in polar waters
5.2.1.25
Development of guidelines for wing-in-ground craft
MSC/MEPC
DE
MSC
DE
COMSAR/FP/NAV
/SLF/STW
FP/COMSAR/NAV
/SLF/STW
2014
2013
Notes: Target completion year extended to 2015 by DE 57.

5.2.2.1
Development of guidance for the implementation of the

2010 Manila Amendments
MSC
STW
2014
5.2.2.3
Validation of model training courses
MSC
STW
Continuous
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Number
5.2.2.9
5.2.2.11
Notes:
1
Notes:
5.2.2.[..]
STW
MSC
STW
MSC
STW
2013
Revision of the guidance for model course development, updating

and validation processes
Accepted output taken from Committee's post-biennial agenda.
MSC
STW
2015
Review of STCW passenger ship specific safety training
MSC
STW
2015
MSC
STW
FP
2014
MSC
DSC
BLG/FP/STW
2013
Notes:
Training in hot work procedures on crude oil tankers

5.2.2.[..]
Notes:
5.2.3.12
Notes:
Development of amendments to SOLAS and the relevant codes

concerning mandatory carriage of appropriate atmosphere testing
instruments on board ships
The work on this output is completed.
5.2.5.7
Notes:
MSC
Reports on Uunlawful practices associated with certificates of

competency
Development of guidance for personnel involved with tug-barge
operations
Proposed amendment to the STCW Code's colour vision
requirement
The work on this output has been completed.
5.2.2.4
5.2.2.[..]
Coordinating
organ(s)
Description
Annual
DE
2014
Draft High-level review completed and first outline of the detailed

MSC
COMSAR
NAV/STW
2015
review of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS)
The first phase of the work on this output has been completed, and the description of the output is going to change for 2014-2015 biennium.
Subject to approval by MSC 92 and endorsement by C 110.
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Associated
organ(s)
Target
completion
year
Parent
organ(s)
STW 44/19
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Number
5.2.5.7
Notes:
5.2.6.1
Notes:
Parent
organ(s)
Coordinating
organ(s)
Associated
organ(s)
Target
completion
year
Review and modernization of the Global Maritime Distress and

Safety System (GMDSS)
MSC
COMSAR
NAV/STW
2015
Development of an e-navigation strategy implementation plan
MSC
NAV
COMSAR/STW
2013
MSC/MEPC
STW
MSC
FSI
MSC/MEPC
STW
Description
Anticipated to completed pending the outcome of NAV 59.
5.4.1.1
Guidelines on how to present relevant information to seafarers
12.1.2.1
Casualty analysis
12.2.1.3
Enhancing the efficiency and user -friendliness of ISM Code
Notes:
The work on this output has been completed.
***
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2014
BLG/DE/FP/
NAV/STW
Continuous
2014
STW 44/19
Annex 5, page 1
ANNEX 5
DRAFT PROVISIONAL AGENDA FOR STW 45
Opening of the session and election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2014
1
Adoption of the agenda
Decisions of other IMO bodies
Validation of model training courses
Unlawful practices associated with certificates of competency
Casualty analysis
Development of guidance for the implementation of the 2010 Manila Amendments
Clarification of the 1995 STCW-F Convention provisions and follow-up action to the
associated Conference resolutions
Development of guidelines for wing-in-ground craft
Role of the human element
10
Development of guidance for personnel involved with tug-barge operations
11
Revision of guidance for model course development, updating and validation

processes
12
Development of a mandatory Code for ships operating in polar waters
13
Review and modernization of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System
(GMDSS)
14
Proposed review of STCW passenger ship-specific safety training
15
Training in hot work procedures on crude oil tankers
16
Development of international code of safety for ships using gases or other

low-flashpoint fuels
17
Biennial agenda and provisional agenda for STW 46
18
Election of Chairman and Vice-Chairman for 2015
19
Any other business
20
Report to the Maritime Safety Committee
***
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ANNEX 6
REPORT ON THE STATUS OF PLANNED OUTPUTS IN THE HIGH-LEVEL ACTION PLAN
SUB-COMMITTEE ON STANDARDS OF TRAINING AND WATCHKEEPING
Planned
output
number in
the HLAP for
2012-2013
Description
Target
completion
year
Parent
organ(s)
Coordinating
organ(s)
Associated organ(s)
Status of
output for
Year 1
Status of
output for
Year 2
References
5.2.2.3
Validation of model
training courses
Ongoing
MSC
STW
Ongoing
STW 44/19,
section 3
5.2.2.4
Unlawful practices
associated with
certificates of
competency
Ongoing
MSC
STW
Ongoing
STW 44/19,
section 4
12.1.2.1
Casualty analysis
Ongoing
MSC
FSI
STW
Ongoing
STW 44/19,
section 5
5.2.6.1
Development of an
e-navigation strategy
implementation plan
2012
MSC
NAV
STW and COMSAR
5.2.2.1
Development of
guidance for the
implementation of
the 2010 Manila
Amendments
2014
MSC
STW
In progress STW 44/19,

section 7
5.1.2.22
Promotion of the
implementation of the
1995 STCW-F
Convention
2015
MSC
STW
Ongoing
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section 6
STW 44/19,
section 8
STW 44/19
Annex 6, page 2

Planned
output
number in
the HLAP for
2012-2013
Description
Target
completion
year
Parent
organ(s)
Coordinating
organ(s)
Associated organ(s)
5.2.1.25
Development of
guidelines for wing-inground craft
2013
MSC
DE
FP/COMSAR/NAV/SLF/STW
12.2.1.3
Enhancing the
efficiency and user
friendliness of ISM
Code
2014
MSC/MEPC
5.2.2.9
Development of
guidance for
personnel involved
with tug-barge
operations
2014
MSC
STW
5.2.2.10
Revision of
Recommendations on
training of personnel
on mobile offshore
units (MOUs)
2013
MSC
STW
5.2.1.17
Development of a
mandatory Code of
ships operating in
polar waters
2014
MSC/ MEPC
DE
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DE
Status of
output for
Year 1
Status of
output for
Year 2
Postponed
STW 44/19,
section 9
Completed
STW 44/19,
section 10

section 11
Completed
COMSAR/FP/NAV/SLF/STW
References
STW 44/19,
section 12

section 13
STW 44/19
Annex 6, page 3

Planned
output
number in
the HLAP for
2012-2013
Description
Target
completion
year
Parent
organ(s)
Coordinating
organ(s)
Associated organ(s)
5.2.5.7
Draft High-level
review completed and
first outline of the
detailed review of the
Global Maritime
Distress and Safety
System (GMDSS)
2015
MSC
COMSAR
NAV/STW
Postponed
STW 44/19,
section 14
5.2.1.7
Review of general
cargo ship safety
2014
MSC
DE
DSC/FSI/NAV/STW
Completed
STW 44/19,
section 15
5.2.1.3
Mandatory
instruments:
development of
international code of
safety for ships using
gases or other
low-flashpoint fuels
2014
MSC
BLG
STW
5.2.2.11
Proposed
amendment to the
STCW Code's vision
requirements
2013
MSC
STW
Status of
output for
Year 2
References

section 17
Completed
***
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Status of
output for
Year 1
STW 44/19,
section 18
STW 44/19
Annex 7, page 1
ANNEX 7
DRAFT AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON
STANDARDS OF TRAINING, CERTIFICATION AND WATCHKEEPING
FOR SEAFARERS, 1978 RELATED TO THE III CODE
AMENDMENTS TO CHAPTER 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS
1
The following new definitions are added at the end of regulation I/1.36:
"37
Audit means a systematic, independent and documented process for

obtaining audit evidence and evaluating it objectively to determine the
extent to which audit criteria are fulfilled.
38
Audit Scheme means the IMO Member State Audit Scheme established by
the Organization and taking into account the guidelines developed by the
Organization.*
39
Code for Implementation means the IMO Instruments Implementation Code

(III Code) adopted by the Organization by resolution A.[...](28).
40
Audit Standard means the Code for Implementation.
__________________
*Note:
Refer to the Framework and Procedures for the [IMO] Member State Audit Scheme, adopted
by the Organization by resolution [A...(28)]."
A new regulation I/16 is added after the existing regulation I/15:

"Regulation I/16
Verification of compliance
1
Each Party shall apply the provisions of the Code for Implementation in the
execution of their obligations and responsibilities contained in the present Convention.
For the purpose of this regulation, the requirements of the Code shall be treated as
mandatory and its recommendations shall be treated as non-mandatory.
2
Every Party shall be subject to periodic audits by the Organization of its
compliance with the audit standard and the [applicable] requirements of the present
Convention.
3
The Secretary-General of the Organization shall have responsibility for the
implementation of the Audit Scheme, based on the guidelines developed by the
Organization.*
4
Every Party shall have responsibility for facilitating the conduct of the audit
and implementation of a programme of actions to address the findings, based on the
guidelines developed by the Organization.*
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5
Audit of all Parties shall be:

.1
based on an overall schedule developed by the Secretary-General

of the Organization, taking into account the guidelines developed
by the Organization; and
.2
conducted at periodic intervals, taking into account the guidelines

developed by the Organization.*
_________________
*Note:
Refer to the Framework and Procedures for the [IMO] Member State Audit Scheme, adopted
by the Organization by resolution [A....(28)]."
***
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Annex 8, page 1
ANNEX 8
DRAFT AMENDMENTS TO PART A OF THE SEAFARERS TRAINING, CERTIFICATION
AND WATCHKEEPING (STCW) CODE RELATED TO III CODE
CHAPTER I GENERAL PROVISIONS
A new section A-I/16 is added after the existing section A-I/15 that reads as follows:
"Section A-I/16
Verification of compliance
1
For the purpose of regulation I/16 the applicable requirements of the
present Convention and Code that shall be subjected to audit are indicated in the
table below:
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OBLIGATIONS
REFERENCE
AREA
REMARKS AND SUMMARY

DESCRIPTION
INITIAL COMMUNICATION OF INFORMATION

Article IV, regulation I/7, Initial communication of
and section A-I/7,
information
paragraph 2
Has the Party communicated information

pursuant to article IV and regulation I/7?
If yes, is the Party confirmed by the
Maritime Safety Committee as found to be
giving "full and complete effect" to the
provisions of the STCW Convention?
SUBSEQUENT REPORTS
Article IX and
section A-I/7,
paragraph 3.1
Equivalents
Regulation I/10 and

section A-I/7,
paragraph 3.2
Recognition of certificates
Regulation VII/1,
section A-I/7,
paragraph 3.3
Alternative certification
Regulation I/8.3 and

section A-I/7,
paragraph 4
Communication of
information concerning the
periodic independent
evaluation
Regulation I/7.4, and

section A-I/7
paragraphs 5 and 6
Communication of
information concerning
STCW amendments
Regulation I/13,
paragraphs 4 and 5
Conduct of trials
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Has the Administration retained/adopted

any equivalent educational and training
arrangements
since
communicating
information pursuant to regulation I/7?
If yes, have the details of such arrangements
been reported to the Secretary-General?
Does
the
Administration
recognize
certificates issued by other Party in
accordance with regulation I/10?
If yes, has the Party submitted reports on
the measures taken to ensure compliance
with regulation I/10?
Does the Party authorize employment of
seafarers holding alternative certificates
issued under regulation VII/1 on ships
entitled to fly its flag?
If yes, has a Copy of the type of minimum
safe manning document issued to such ships
been provided to the Secretary-General?
Has the Party communicated its report of
independent evaluation pursuant to
regulation I/8?
Has the Party communicated a report

concerning implementation of subsequent
mandatory amendments to the STCW
Convention and Code?
Has the Administration authorized ships
entitle to fly its flag to participate in trials?
If yes, have the details of such trials been
reported
to
the
Secretary-General
(paragraph 4)?, and
Has the details of results of the trials been
reported
to
the
Secretary-General
(paragraph 5)?
STW 44/19
Annex 8, page 3
OBLIGATIONS
REFERENCE
Article VIII
REMARKS AND SUMMARY

DESCRIPTION
AREA
Dispensations
Has the Administration issued any

dispensation?
If yes, are reports related to dispensations
issued during each year sent to the
Secretary-General?
Port State control
Has the Party exercised its right to perform

port State control?
If yes, have control measures as required
under article X been established?
CONTROL
Article X and
regulation I/4
FITNESS FOR DUTY AND WATCHKEEPING ARRANGEMENTS

Regulation VIII/1,
paragraph 1 and
section A-VIII/1
Regulation VIII/ 1,
paragraph 2 and
section A-VIII/1,
paragraph 10
Regulation VIII/2
Fatigue prevention
Has
the
Administration
established
measures
to
enforce
the
STCW
Convention and Code requirements in
respect of fatigue prevention?
Prevention of drug and Has
the
Administration
established
alcohol abuse
measures to enforce STCW Convention
and Code requirements for the purpose of
preventing drug and alcohol abuse?
Watchkeeping
Has
the
Administration
established
arrangements and
measures to direct the attention of
principles to be observed
companies, masters, chief engineer
officers and all watchkeeping personnel to
the requirements, principles and guidance
set out in the STCW Code to ensure that
safe continuous watches appropriate to
prevailing circumstances and conditions
are maintained in all seagoing ships at all
times?
"
***
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ANNEX 9
DRAFT STCW.7/CIRCULAR
STCW.7/Circ.[..]
[..June 2013]
INTERIM GUIDANCE ON COLOUR VISION TESTING
1
The Sub-Committee on Standards of Training and Watchkeeping, at its forty-fourth
session (29 April to 3 May 2013), considered the need for interim guidance on colour
vision testing to fill the gap until the new medical certificates are required according
to the 2010 Manila Amendments in 1 January 2017 (see paragraph 4 of the annex of
STCW.7/Circ.16).
2
The information presented below aims to assist Member Governments, Parties to
the STCW Convention, Companies and seafarers in ensuring common understanding on the
confirmatory colour vision testing in case of impairment cases:
.1
Table A-I/9 makes mandatory provision for using CIE 143-2001 as the
basis for colour vision testing.
.2
The first stage assessments, using Ishihara or equivalent plate tests, given
in CIE 143-2001, are readily applicable to decision taking on seafarer
eyesight.
.3
Those tested as described in paragraph 2 who are categorized as having

colour vision impairments, may have sufficient colour discrimination to fulfil
the minimum in-service eyesight standards, as set out in table A-I/9 of the
STCW Code, and will require confirmatory test.
.4
Some of the tests recommended by CIE 143-2001 for confirmatory test of

those who are identified as colour impaired are no longer manufactured and
others are not widely available because of the specialist skills needed to
perform them.
.5
There are a number of new screen-based tests that are under

development. Some of these may be practicable alternatives when
recognized by an Administration for the confirmatory test proposed in
CIE 143-2001.
.6
Until amendments to table A-I/9 are agreed, it is recommended that

Administrations continue to use their existing methods as far as feasible for
confirmatory colour vision testing but not introduce new ones on a
permanent basis.
***
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Annex 10, page 1
ANNEX 10
MINIMUM IN-SERVICE EYESIGHT STANDARDS FOR SEAFARERS
CHAPTER I GENERAL PROVISIONS
Amendments to notes 6 and 7 to table A-I/9, Minimum in-service eyesight standards for
seafarers, of existing section A-I/9, that reads as follows:
.1
In note 6, the following new text is inserted at the end of the existing note,
to read as follows:
"Other equivalent confirmatory test methods currently recognized by the
Administration may continue to be used."
.2
In note 7, the following new text is inserted at the end of the existing note,
to read as follows:
"Other equivalent confirmatory test methods currently recognized by the
Administration may continue to be used."
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REPORT TO THE MARITIME SAFETY COMMITTEE

DECISIONS OF OTHER IMO BODIES

VALIDATION OF MODEL TRAINING COURSES

UNLAWFUL PRACTICES ASSOCIATED WITH CERTIFICATES OF

DEVELOPMENT OF GUIDANCE FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF

PROMOTION OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE 1995 STCW-F

DEVELOPMENT OF GUIDELINES FOR WING-IN-GROUND CRAFT

ROLE OF THE HUMAN ELEMENT

DEVELOPMENT OF GUIDANCE FOR PERSONNEL INVOLVED

REVISION OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS ON TRAINING OF

REVIEW AND MODERNIZATION OF THE GLOBAL MARITIME

REVIEW OF GENERAL CARGO SHIP SAFETY

BIENNIAL AGENDA AND PROVISIONAL AGENDA FOR STW 45

ANY OTHER BUSINESS

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE STCW CODE'S VISION

ACTION REQUESTED OF THE COMMITTEES

DRAFT MSC-MEPC CIRCULAR GUIDELINES FOR THE REACTIVATION

DRAFT MSC-MEPC CIRCULAR GUIDANCE ON SAFETY WHEN

DRAFT ASSEMBLY RESOLUTION RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE

PROPOSED BIENNIAL AGENDA

DRAFT PROVISIONAL AGENDA FOR STW 45

REPORT ON THE STATUS OF PLANNED OUTPUTS FOR THE STW

DRAFT AMENDMENTS TO THE INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION ON

DRAFT AMENDMENTS TO PART A OF THE SEAFARERS TRAINING,

DRAFT STCW.7/CIRCULAR INTERIM GUIDANCE ON COLOUR VISION

DRAFT AMENDMENTS TO PART A OF THE SEAFARERS TRAINING,

DECISIONS OF OTHER IMO BODIES

VALIDATION OF MODEL TRAINING COURSES

Report on the model course programme

model courses were of significant importance to Parties for the

overlapping requirements between operational and management level

in order to provide flexibility, prescriptive requirements for duration of

in view of the resource management competences in chapters II and III,

New model course for Electro-Technical Officer

In the ensuing discussion, the views were expressed that:

the scope of the provisions in the STCW Code related to training of

it should reflect closely the requirements of the 2010 Manila Amendments,

there should be no overlapping requirements when developing a model

the concept of full-time education in electrical and/or electronic engineering

the entry requirements should be flexible; and

no reference to the Maritime Labour Convention, 2006 (MLC) should be

In the ensuing discussion, the views were expressed that:

In the ensuing discussion, the following views were expressed that:

the requirements for basic and advanced training should be carefully

submit its report on Thursday, 2 May 2013.

In the ensuing discussion, the views were expressed that:

the contents of the revised model courses as presented reflect the

in light of the development of specialized training for tankers, the content of

the relationship between tanker training requirements in chapter II and

the draft model courses should be subject to review and modification,

submit its report on Thursday, 2 May 2013.

maintain consistency between all the Tanker Cargo Operation model

align the basic and advanced level courses to provide a structured

In addition, the Sub-Committee validated the model courses, as amended, on:

Leadership and Teamwork;

Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch;

Officer in Charge of an Engineering Watch;

Master and Chief Officer; and

Chief Engineer Officer and Second Engineer Officer,

the non-availability of all revised model courses pursuant to

the model courses were intended to support the implementation of the

Administrations need to ensure a common and clear interpretation of the