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4 – Radar navigation

4.1 - Demonstrate using a radar simulator or, when not available, manoeuvring board knowledge of the

fundamentals of radar and ability in the operation and use of radar, and in the interpretation and analysis of

information obtained from the equipment including the following:

.1 - Factors affecting performance and accuracy;

.2 - Setting up and maintaining displays;

.3 - Detection of misrepresentation of information, false echoes, sea return;

.4 - Range and bearing;

.5 - Identification of critical echoes;

.6 - Course and speed of other ships;

.7 - Time and distance of closest approach of crossing, meeting or overtaking ships;

.8 - Detecting course and speed changes of other ships;

.9 - Effect of changes in own vessel’s course or speed or both; and

.10 - Application of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972.

5 – Watchkeeping

5.1 - Demonstrate thorough knowledge of the content, application and intent of the International Regulations

for Preventing Collisions at Sea, 1972, especially annexes II and IV concerned with safe navigation.

5.2 - Demonstrate knowledge of the content of the Basic Principles to be Observed in Keeping a Navigational

Watch as prescribed in chapter IV.

6 – Electronic systems of position-fixing and navigation

Ability to determine the ship’s position by the use of electronic navigational aids to the satisfaction of the Party.

7 – Meteorology

7.1 - Knowledge of shipborne meteorological instruments and their application.

7.2 - Knowledge of the characteristics of the various weather systems.

8 – Magnetic and gyro-compasses

Care and use of compasses and associated equipment.

9 – Communications

.1 - General knowledge of the principles and basic factors necessary for the safe and efficient use of all sub-

systems and equipment required by the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System (GMDSS).

.2 - Knowledge of navigational and meteorological warning systems and the selection of the appropriate

communication circuits.

.3 - Knowledge of the adverse effect of misuse of such communication equipment.

10 – Fire prevention and fire-fighting appliances

.1 - Knowledge of classes and chemistry of fire.

.2 - Knowledge of fire-fighting systems and procedures.

.3 - Participation in an approved fire-fighting course.

11 – Life-saving

Ability to direct abandon ship drills and knowledge of the operations of life-saving appliances and their

equipment, including the two-way radio-telephone apparatus. Survival at-sea techniques including participation

in an approved survival at-sea course.

12 – Emergency procedures and safe working practices for fishing vessel personnel

Knowledge of the items listed in the appropriate sections of the FAO/ILO/IMO Code of Safety for Fishermen

and Fishing Vessels, part A, and in chapter VIII of the annex to the 1993 Torremolinos Protocol.