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.9 - First aid related to injuries which might be expected in machinery spaces and use of first aid equipment;

.10 - Functions and use of life-saving appliances;

.11 - Methods of damage control with specific reference to action to be taken in the event of flooding of

seawater into the engine-room; and

.12 - Safe working practices.

5 – Every candidate shall possess a knowledge of international law as embodied in international agreements

and conventions as they affect the specific obligations and responsibilities of the engine department, particularly

those concerning safety and the protection of the marine environment. The extent of knowledge of national

maritime legislation is left to the discretion of the Party, but shall include arrangements for implementing

international agreements and conventions.

6 – Every candidate shall possess a knowledge of personnel management, organization and training aboard

fishing vessels.

Regulation 6

Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of personnel in charge of or performing

radiocommunication duties on board fishing vessels

Explanatory note

Mandatory provisions relating to radio watchkeeping are set forth in the Radio Regulations and the 1993

Torremolinos Protocol. Provisions for radio maintenance are set forth in the 1993 Torremolinos Protocol and the

guidelines adopted by the Organization.

Application

1 – Except as provided in paragraph 2, the provisions of this regulation shall apply to personnel in charge of,

or performing, radiocommunication duties on a vessel required by international agreement or national law to carry

radio equipment using the frequencies and techniques of the Global Maritime Distress and Safety System

(GMDSS).

2 – Personnel on vessels for which carriage of radio equipment is not compulsory under international

agreements or national law are not required to meet the provisions of this regulation, but are nevertheless

required to comply with the Radio Regulations. The Administration shall ensure that the appropriate certificates

meeting the requirements of the Radio Regulations are issued or recognised in respect of such personnel.

Minimum requirements for certification of GMDSS radio personnel

1 – Every person in charge of, or performing, radiocommunication duties on a vessel shall hold an appropriate

certificate or certificates issued or recognised by the Administration under the provisions of the Radio

Regulations.

2 – The minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency required for certification under this regulation

shall be sufficient for radio personnel to carry out their radio duties safely and efficiently.

3 – Every candidate for certification shall:

.1 - Be not less than 18 years of age;

.2 - Satisfy the Party as to medical fitness, particularly regarding eyesight and hearing; and

.3 - Meet the requirements of the appendix to this regulation.

4 – Every candidate for certification shall be required to pass an examination or examinations to the

satisfaction of the Party.

5 – For endorsement of all types of certificates issued under the provisions of the Radio Regulations as

meeting the requirements of the Convention, the required knowledge, understanding and proficiency is given in

the appendix to this regulation. In determining the appropriate level of knowledge and training the Party shall also

take into account the relevant recommendations of the Organization.