Assessment Guidelines for STCW Code TABLE A-III/2

Specification for minimum standard of competency in demonstration of skill

Proficiency as Chief Engineer Officers and Second Engineer Officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery
of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more limited to vessels of 3000 Tons (1600 GRT) Commented [M 38a1]: Should be published as NVIC

Any candidate for a certificate as a Chief Engineer Officer or Second Engineer Officer on ships of under 3000 Tons powered by main propulsion
machinery of 3,000 kW or more must meet the standards of competence set out in STCW Code Table A-III/2. [46 CFR §§11.325 & 11.327]

Practical Demonstrations of Skills

The assessment competencies that follow identify those skills in Table A-III/3 that are demonstrated:

 Function: Marine engineering at the management level:

 Manage the operation of propulsion plant machinery;

 Plan and schedule operations;
 Operation surveillance, performance assessment and maintaining safety of propulsion plant and auxiliary machinery; and
 Manage fuel, lubrication and ballast operations.

 Function: Electrical, electronic, and control engineering at the management level

 Manage operation of electrical and electronic control equipment; and

 Manage troubleshooting and restoration of electrical and electronic control equipment to operating condition.

 Function: Maintenance and repair at the management level

 Manage safe and effective maintenance and repair procedures;

 Detect and identify the cause of machinery malfunctions and correct faults; and
 Ensure safe working practices.
  Function: Controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on board at the management level

 Control trim, stability and stress;

 Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements and measures to ensure safety of life at sea, security and protection of the
marine environment;
 Maintain safety and security of the vessel, crew and passengers and the operational condition of life-saving, fire-fighting and other safety
systems;
 Develop emergency and damage control plans and handle emergency situations; and
 Use leadership and managerial skills.

In addition, for this table and its competencies, the unique requirements of different manufacturers for operating, maintenance, and repair; the
different generations and configurations of systems; and the specific nature of the shipboard installation did not permit the development of detailed
performance criteria. As a result, many of the criteria in these guidelines call for direct reference to the manufacturers’ instructions,
recommendations, and specifications or the ship’s standard operating procedures to determine whether the candidate’s actions were appropriate,
complete, timely, and executed in the proper sequence. In these instances, the role of assessor-developed checklists reflecting manufacturers’
instructions, recommendations and specifications, or the ship’s standard operating procedures is critical.

Methods for demonstrating competence in the practical demonstration of skills include either one or more of the following:

 In-service experience;
 Training ship experience;
 Simulator training, where appropriate;
 Laboratory equipment training, where appropriate;
 Approved training courses; or
 Approved workshop skills training.

For each individual assessment, it should be understood that any of the methods specified in the STCW tables will be allowed.

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Following are the Notes referred to in the “Task No.” column of the table.

Note (1) Not performing this task will limit the candidate’s endorsement to motor and/or gas-turbine propelled vessels only.

Note (2) Not performing this task will limit the candidate’s endorsement to motor and/or gas-turbine propelled vessels, without distilling plants.

Note (3) Not performing this task will limit the candidate’s endorsement to motor and/or gas-turbine propelled vessels without waste-heat or
auxiliary boilers.

Note (4) Not performing this task will limit the candidate’s endorsement to diesel-engine propelled motor vessels or steam vessels.

Note (5) Not performing this task will limit the candidate’s endorsement to gas-turbine propelled and/or steam vessels.

Note (6) Not performing this task will limit the candidate’s endorsement to steam vessels only.

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 MERPAC Instructions
The following is a copy of the Assessment Guidelines for Chief Engineer Officers and Second Engineer
Officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more. The
following should be kept in mind when adapting any of these assessments:
1. DO NOT ALTER OR REMOVE any STCW Competencies or Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiencies. These
comprise columns 2 through 4 (shaded columns). These were determined at IMO and the intent of the assessment
tables is to provide tasks that meet these objectives (columns 5 & 6). They cannot be changed or modified, nor can
they be designated as “not applicable.”
2. The assessments that are provided can be considered as being examples of the final assessment. They have been
provided, based upon 2005 MERPAC recommendations, updated to include the 2010 Manila amendments, so that
they may be edited or used as a template for an alternate, more appropriate assessment. Keep in mind that the
assessments must be one size fits all.
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 Table A-III/2, Assessment Guidelines

Specification of minimum standard of competence as

Proficiency as Chief Engineer Officers and Second Engineer Officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power
or more limited to vessels of 3000 Tons (1600 GRT)

Function: Marine engineering at the management level

Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard

Competence Understanding, & Behavior
Proficiency
1.1.A Manage the Design features, and operative On a vessel, or on a simulator, Manage the The candidate will collect, monitor
operation of mechanism of the following or in a laboratory or workshop, operation of the and interpret data using the following
(Motor) propulsion plant machinery and associated using a diesel engine and a main engine using criteria, as appropriate based on type
machinery auxiliaries: method consistent with the the manufacturers of engine available medium, high
manufacturers guidelines, design criteria . speed). Items include, but are not
*.1 marine diesel engine limited to:

- lube oil temp & pressure

- cooling water temps &
pressures
- exhaust temps
- air manifold pressure
- fuel pressure

Based on the data the candidate will

plan and carry out appropriate
activities in a manner consistent with
technical, legislative, safety and
procedural specifications

1.2.A Manage the Design features, and operative On a vessel, or on a simulator, Manage the The candidate will collect, monitor
operation of mechanism of the following or in a laboratory or workshop, operation of the and interpret data as appropriate.

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(Steam) propulsion plant machinery and associated using a steam turbine and a main engine using Data may include, but is not limited
machinery auxiliaries: method consistent with the the manufacturers to
manufacturers guidelines, , design criteria
.2 marine steam turbine - Rotor thrust bearing readings Commented [M 38a2]: In not done, motor only endorsement
- Main condenser vacuum
- Lube oil pressures &
temperatures
- Steam chest temps &
pressures
- Cooling water temps &
pressures

Based on the data the candidate will

plan and carry out appropriate
activities in a manner consistent with
technical, legislative, safety and
procedural specifications
1.3.A Manage the Design features, and operative On a vessel, or on a simulator, Manage the The candidate will collect, monitor
operation of mechanism of the following or in a laboratory or workshop, operation of the and interpret data on the following
(Gas propulsion plant machinery and associated using a gas turbine and main engine using items, as appropriate. Items include,
Turbine) machinery auxiliaries: methods consistent with the the manufacturers but are not limited to :
manufacturers guidelines, design criteria .

.3 marine gas turbine 1. compressor; Commented [M 38a3]: In not done, motor only endorsement
2. combustor:
3. turbine:
4. accessory drive:
5. air intake system
6. fire detection:
7. fire extinguishing system
8. exhaust system
9. water wash system:
10. bleed air:

Based on the data the candidate will

plan and carry out appropriate
activities in a manner consistent with
technical, legislative, safety and
procedural specifications

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1.4.A Manage the Design features, and operative On a vessel, or on a simulator, Manage the The candidate will collect and
operation of mechanism of the following or in a laboratory or workshop, operation of the interpret data as appropriate. Data
(Steam) propulsion plant machinery and associated using a steam boiler and main boiler using the may include, but is not limited to:
machinery auxiliaries: methods consistent with the manufacturers
manufacturers guidelines design criteria - steam pressure & temps
- stack gas analysis
- feed water pressures
.4 marine steam - wind box and furnace
boiler pressures Commented [M 38a4]: If not done, motor only endorsement
- fuel pressures and temps

Based on the data the candidate will

plan and carry out appropriate
activities in a manner consistent with
technical, legislative, safety and
procedural specifications

2.1.A Plan and Theoretical knowledge USCG exam subject. (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans/Near Coastal or
schedule OSV exams as of January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
operations Thermodynamics and heat
(All) transmission
****

2.1.B Plan and Theoretical knowledge USCG exam subject. (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans / Near Coastal or
schedule OSV exams as of January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
operations Mechanics and
(All) hydromechanics
****
2.2.A Plan and Theoretical knowledge USCG exam subject. (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans / Near Coastal or
schedule OSV exams as of January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
operations
(All) Propulsive characteristics of Commented [KH5]: Should be Motor only.
**** diesel engines, steam and gas
turbines, including speed, Commented [M 38a6]: If not done, motor only endorsement
output and fuel consumption

Heat cycle, thermal efficiency

and heat balance of the

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 following:

.1 marine diesel engine

2.2.B Plan and Theoretical knowledge USCG exam subject. (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans / Near Coastal or
schedule OSV exams as of January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
operations
(All) Propulsive characteristics of Commented [KH7]: Should be Steam only
**** diesel engines, steam and gas
turbines, including speed, Commented [M 38a8]: If not done, motor only endorsement
output and fuel consumption

Heat cycle, thermal efficiency

and heat balance of the
following:

.2 marine steam turbine

Heat cycle, thermal efficiency

and heat balance of the
following:

.4 marine steam boiler Commented [M 38a9]: If not done, motor only endorsement
2.2.C Plan and Theoretical knowledge USCG exam subject. (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans / Near
schedule Coastal or OSV exams as of January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
operations
(All) Propulsive characteristics of Commented [KH10]: Should be gas turbine only.
**** diesel engines, steam and gas
turbines, including speed, Commented [M 38a11]: If not done, motor only endorsement
output and fuel consumption

Heat cycle, thermal efficiency

and heat balance of the
following:

.3 marine gas turbine Commented [M 38a12]: If not done, motor only endorsement

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2.3.A Plan and Theoretical knowledge USCG exam subject. (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans / Near Coastal
schedule or OSV exams as of January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
operations Refrigerators and
(All) refrigeration cycle
****
2.4.A Plan and Theoretical knowledge USCG exam subject. (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans / Near Coastal or
schedule OSV exams as of January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
operations Physical and chemical
(All) properties of fuels and
**** lubricants
2.5.A Plan and Theoretical knowledge USCG exam subject. (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans / Near Coastal or
schedule OSV exams as of January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
operations Technology of materials
(All)
****
2.6.A Plan and Theoretical knowledge USCG exam subject. (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans / Near Coastal or
schedule OSV exams as of January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
operations Naval architecture and ship
(All) construction, including
**** damage control

3.1.A Operation, Practical knowledge On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in a The candidate will The candidate:
surveillance, laboratory or workshop, using a Plan for, schedule 1. within the appropriate time of
Start up and shut down
(All) performance method consistent with accepted and direct testing of posted sailing or arrival time,
main propulsion and
assessment and industry practices and vessel’s internal ensures that the Officer in
auxiliary machinery,
maintaining manufacturers recommendations communication, Charge of the Engine Watch
including associated
safety of alarms, steering (OICEW) coordinates with the
systems
propulsion plant gear, and whistle in Officer in Charge of the
and auxiliary Operating limits of accordance with Navigation Watch (OICNW)
machinery propulsion plant regulations, prior to the time by which all “gear
The efficient operation, getting underway will be tested;”
surveillance, and port arrival. 2. notifies OICNW that engine
performance department is ready to test gear
assessment and 4. Assures all methods of
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 maintaining safety of communication between the
propulsion plant and bridge and engine room are
auxiliary functioning properly;
machineryFunctions
and mechanism of 6. inspects steering gear for
automatic control for indications of unusual or large
main engine Performance levels oil leaks and debris around
are in accordance unit, checks oil levels;
Functions and
with technical 7. contacts bridge when ready to
mechanism of
specifications test steering gear, starts unit as
automatic control for
necessary;
auxiliary machinery
8. observes movement and
including but not
responses of unit to signals
limited to:
from bridge; observes piping
.1 generator for leaks, equipment mounts
distribution systems for vibration, and linkages for
.2 steam boilers, if lost motion;
equipped
9. verifies with engine-room that
steering gear indicator lights
.4 refrigeration system and alarms have been observed
and noted as functional;
.5 pumping and piping
systems 10. ensures that logbook entry is
.6 steering gear system made as “Tested all gear at
“xxxx“ hours;
.7 cargo-handling
equipment and deck
machinery
3.1.xx Operation, Practical knowledge On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in a Monitor the The candidate will monitor and
surveillance, laboratory or workshop, using a operation of the carryout appropriate activities for the
Functions and
(All) performance method consistent with accepted refrigeration system equipment installed. They will ensure
mechanism of
assessment and industry practices and using the that controls are functioning by
automatic control for
maintaining manufacturers recommendations manufacturers measuring the following items as Commented [M38a13]: This row should be added to other
auxiliary machinery
safety of design and applicable; CE2EO NVICs
including but not
propulsion plant operations criteria .
limited to:
and auxiliary 1. temperature;
machinery .4 refrigeration system 2. pressure;
3. sight glass levels; and
4. alarms.

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3.1.xx Operation, Practical knowledge On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in Monitor the The candidate will monitor and
surveillance, a laboratory or workshop, using a operation of the carryout appropriate activities for the
Functions and
(All) performance method consistent with accepted cargo handling equipment installed. They will ensure
mechanism of
assessment and industry practices and equipment and deck that controls are functioning by
automatic control for
maintaining manufacturers recommendations machinery using the measuring the following items as
auxiliary machinery
safety of manufacturers applicable;
including but not
propulsion plant design and
limited to:
and auxiliary operations criteria . 1. electrical load;
machinery ..7 cargo-handling 2. hydraulic pressure;
equipment and deck 3. pneumatic pressure;
machinery 4. sight glass levels;
5. indicator lights;
6. alarms.
3.1.B Operation, Start up and shut down On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in The candidate will The candidate will ensure that the
surveillance, main propulsion and a laboratory or workshop, using a plan for, schedule, electrical generation and
(Motor) performance auxiliary machinery, method consistent with accepted and direct preparing distribution system is ready for at
assessment and including associated industry practices and the electrical power sea operation. This may include,
maintaining systems plant for but is not limited to: Commented [M 38a14]: Each system should have separate
manufacturers recommendations signoff line in assessment record.
safety of maneuvering to
propulsion plant leave port. - starting and paralleling generators
and auxiliary - emergency generator status
machinery - switchboard status
- power distribution and load
configuration
- shore power status
- automatic controls

3.1.C Operation, Start up main On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in The candidate will The candidate will ensure that main
surveillance, propulsion and a laboratory or workshop, using a plan for, schedule, engine and all applicable auxiliary
(Motor) performance auxiliary machinery, method consistent with accepted and direct starting machinery is started appropriately.
assessment and including associated industry practices and the main propulsion This may include, but is not
maintaining systems manufacturers recommendations diesel engine and all limited to:
safety of applicable auxiliary
propulsion plant machinery. -main engine and propulsion drives
and auxiliary -waste heat and/or auxiliary boiler
machinery - electrical generation and distribution
system
- compressed air system
- cooling water systems

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 - fuel and lube oil systems
- steering gear
- automatic controls and alarms
- all communications and log entries are
complete

The candidate will describe the operating

limits of the main engine and auxiliary
machinery associated with the propulsion
plant. Commented [M38a15]: Should be added to other CE2EO
NVICs

3.1.F Operation, Shut down main On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in Plan for, schedule The candidate will ensure that main
surveillance, propulsion and a laboratory or workshop, using a and direct securing engine and all applicable auxiliary
(Motor) performance auxiliary machinery, method consistent with accepted the main propulsion machinery is shut down
assessment and including associated industry practices and diesel engine and appropriately. This may include,
maintaining systems manufacturers recommendations auxiliary equipment but is not limited to:
safety of . -main engine and propulsion drives
propulsion plant -waste heat and/or auxiliary boiler
and auxiliary - electrical generation and distribution
machinery system
- compressed air system
- cooling water systems
- fuel and lube oil systems
- steering gear
- automatic controls and alarms
- all communications and log entries are
complete

3.1.G Operation, Start up main On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in The candidate will The candidate will ensure that main
surveillance, propulsion and a laboratory or workshop, using a plan for, schedule, propulsion plant and all applicable
(Steam) performance auxiliary machinery, method consistent with accepted and direct preparing auxiliary machinery is ready for
assessment and including associated industry practices and and starting the main maneuvering. This may include,
maintaining systems manufacturers recommendations propulsion steam but is not limited to:
safety of plant and auxiliary - main engine and propulsion drives
propulsion plant equipment for - electrical generation and distribution
and auxiliary maneuvering . system
machinery - compressed air system
- cooling water systems
- fuel and lube oil systems
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 - condensate and feed water systems
- main condenser and vacuum
- main and auxiliary steam systems
- automatic controls, alarms and
shutdowns
- jacking gear
- all communications and log entries
are complete

3.1.H Operation, Start up main On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in Plan for, schedule, The candidate will ensure that the
surveillance, propulsion and a laboratory or workshop, using a and direct lighting main steam generation plant and
(Steam) performance auxiliary machinery, method consistent with accepted off the main boiler all applicable auxiliary machinery
assessment and including associated industry practices and and placing it on is started from cold plant and
maintaining systems manufacturers recommendations line. brought up to operational status.
safety of This may include, but is not
propulsion plant limited to:
and auxiliary - forced draft system
machinery - fuel system
- feed water systems
- compressed air system
- lube oil system
- jacking gear
- automatic controls, alarms and
shutdowns

3.1.xx Operation, Shut down main On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in The candidate will The candidate will ensure that main Commented [M38a16]: Consider including in other CE2EO
surveillance, propulsion and plan for, schedule, propulsion plant and all applicable NVICs
a laboratory or workshop, using a
(Steam) performance auxiliary machinery, method consistent with accepted and direct the auxiliary machinery are secured.
assessment and including associated industry practices and securing of the main This may include, but is not
maintaining systems manufacturers recommendations propulsion steam limited to:
safety of plant and auxiliary - main engine and propulsion drives
propulsion plant equipment for - electrical generation and distribution
and auxiliary maneuvering . system
machinery - compressed air system
- cooling water systems
- fuel and lube oil systems

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 - condensate and feed water systems
- main condenser and vacuum
- main and auxiliary steam systems
- automatic controls, alarms and
shutdowns
- jacking gear
- all communications and log entries
are complete

3.1.I Operation, Shut down main On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in Plan for, schedule, The candidate will ensure that the
surveillance, propulsion and a laboratory or workshop, using a and direct securing main steam generation plant and
(Steam) performance auxiliary machinery, method consistent with accepted the main boiler and all applicable auxiliary machinery
assessment and including associated industry practices and taking it off line. is secured. This may include, but
maintaining systems manufacturers recommendations is not limited to:
safety of - forced draft system
propulsion plant - fuel system
and auxiliary - feed water systems
machinery - compressed air system
- lube oil system
- jacking gear
- automatic controls, alarms and
shutdowns

3.1.K Operation, Start up and shut down On a vessel, or on a simulator, Plan for, schedule The candidate will ensure that main
surveillance, main propulsion and or in a laboratory or and direct preparing propulsion plant and all applicable
(Steam) performance auxiliary machinery, workshop, using a method the steam propulsion auxiliary machinery is ready for at
assessment and including associated consistent with accepted plant for a sea sea operation. This may include,
maintaining safety of systems industry practices and passage. but is not limited to:
propulsion plant and manufacturers - main engine and propulsion
auxiliary machinery recommendations drives
- steam generation plant
- distilling plant
- electrical generation and distribution
system
- compressed air system
- cooling water systems
- fuel and lube oil systems
- condensate and feed water systems
- main condenser and vacuum
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 - main and auxiliary steam systems
- jacking gear
- automatic controls, alarms and
shutdowns
- all communications and log book
entries complete

3.1.L Operation, Start up and shut down On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in Plan for, schedule The candidate will ensure that main
surveillance, main propulsion and a laboratory or workshop, using a and direct preparing propulsion plant and all applicable
(Steam) performance auxiliary machinery, method consistent with accepted the steam propulsion auxiliary machinery is ready for
assessment and including associated industry practices and plant for arrival and arrival and maneuvering. This
maintaining systems manufacturers recommendations maneuvering. may include, but is not limited to:
safety of - main engine and propulsion
propulsion plant drives
and auxiliary - steam generation plant
machinery - distilling plant
- electrical generation and distribution
system
- compressed air system
- cooling water systems
- fuel and lube oil systems
- condensate and feed water systems
- main condenser and vacuum
- main and auxiliary steam systems
- automatic controls, alarms and
shutdowns
- all communications and log book
entries complete

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3.1.M Operation, Start up and shut down On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in Plan for, schedule The candidate will ensure that main
surveillance, main propulsion and a laboratory or workshop, using a and direct the propulsion plant and all applicable
(Steam) performance auxiliary machinery, method consistent with accepted securing of the main auxiliary machinery is secured.
assessment and including associated industry practices and steam This may include, but is not
maintaining systems manufacturers recommendations propulsion plant at limited to:
safety of Finished with - main engine and propulsion
propulsion plant Engines (FWE). drives
and auxiliary - steam generation plant
machinery - distilling plant
- electrical generation and distribution
system
- compressed air system
- cooling water systems
- fuel and lube oil systems
- condensate and feed water systems
- main condenser and vacuum
- main and auxiliary steam systems;
-jacking gear;
- automatic controls and alarms
- all communications and log book
entries complete

3.1.N Operation, Start up and shut down On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in Plan for, schedule, The candidate will ensure that main
surveillance, main propulsion and a laboratory or workshop, using a prepare and start a engine and all applicable auxiliary
(Gas performance auxiliary machinery, method consistent with accepted gas turbine main machinery is started appropriately.
Turbine) assessment and including associated industry practices and engine for This may include, but is not
maintaining systems manufacturers recommendations maneuvering and limited to:
safety of departure. -main engine and propulsion drives
propulsion plant -Waste heat and/or auxiliary boiler
and auxiliary - electrical generation and distribution
machinery system
- compressed and bleed air systems
- cooling water systems
- fuel and lube oil systems
- steering gear
- automatic controls, alarms and
shutdowns
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 - all communications and log entries
are completed

3.1.O Operation, Start up and shut down On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in Plan for, schedule The candidate will ensure that main
surveillance, main propulsion and a laboratory or workshop, using a and direct the engine and all applicable auxiliary
(Gas performance auxiliary machinery, method consistent with accepted securing of the gas machinery is shut down
Turbine) assessment and including associated industry practices and turbine propulsion appropriately. This may include,
maintaining systems manufacturers recommendations plant at Finished but is not limited to:
safety of with Engines (FWE). -main engine and propulsion drives
propulsion plant -Waste heat and/or auxiliary boiler
and auxiliary - electrical generation and distribution
machinery system
- compressed and bleed air systems
- cooling water systems
- fuel and lube oil systems
- steering gear
- automatic controls and alarms
- all communications and log entries
are completed

4.1.A Manage fuel, Operation and On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in a the candidate will While bunkering the vessel, the
lubrication maintenance of laboratory or workshop, using a manage the fueling candidate:
(All) and ballast machinery, method consistent with accepted operation.. 1. reviews with Chief Engineer:
operations including pumps industry practices and a. established company fuel oil transfer
and piping systems manufacturers recommendations procedures, policies, regulatory
Fuel and ballast requirements and pollution
operations meet prevention/response procedures;
operational b. bunkering system and available
requirements and are capacity;
carried out so as to c. personnel available for monitoring
prevent pollution of the tanks during bunkering; and
marine environment d. communication between engine
room, deck department, and shore-
side/bunker barge personnel;
2. performs pre-transfer conference
3. ensures that scuppers are plugged
and containments are in place;
4. as applicable, ensures barge is
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 secure to vessel,
5 grounding straps are connected,
6 hose or loading arm is made up to
manifold with full bolting, and hose is
properly supported;
7. takes or receives fuel oil sample,
8 discusses transfer procedures with
barge or shore-side personnel,
9 completes signs Declaration of
Inspection;
10. ensures that all connections are
tight;
11. ensures proper valve alignment and
instructs facility/barge to begin
transfer at a reduced rate;
12.. ensures that oil is flowing to the
proper tank;
813. monitors loading pressure and
static leg;
14. increases loading rate as
appropriate;
15. as last tank fills, reduces loading
rate and notifies barge/facility to
cease transfer when tank is topped-off;
16. ensures proper draining and
disconnection of hose/loading arm
including blow down of hoses;
17. secures from transfer; 18. makes
final set of tank soundings; and
19 makes proper notations in Oil
Record and Log Books.

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4.1.B Manage fuel, Operation and On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in a the candidate will The candidate successfully makes an
lubrication maintenance of laboratory or workshop, using a manage the internal internal transfer of fuel oil within the
(All) and ballast machinery, including method consistent with accepted transfer of fuel and vessel after discussion with Chief
operations pumps and piping industry practices and lube oil. Engineer to review:
systems manufacturers recommendations 1. established company policies,
regulatory requirements, and
pollution prevention/response
procedures to be observed before,
during, and after securing from
transfer operation;
2. transfer system and available
capacity;
3. personnel available for monitoring
tanks during transfer;
4. interaction with other personnel
from engine room and deck
department as required; and
5. make any required entries into the
Oil Record Book.
4.1.C Manage fuel, Operation and On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in a the candidate will The candidate successfully manages
lubrication maintenance of laboratory or workshop, using a manage effective the operation and maintenance of the
and ballast machinery, including method consistent with accepted operation and Oily water separator and waste oil
operations pumps and piping industry practices and maintenance of the system consistent with company
systems manufacturers recommendations vessel’s oily-water policy and procedure. Make all Commented [M 38a17]: Not all small vessels have oily water
separator. required entries into the Oil Record separators. Not completing this task should result in a limitation on
Book. the mariner’s MMC or a restriction to vessels not equipped with oily
water separators.

4.1.D Manage fuel, Operation and On a vessel, or on a simulator, or in a manage ballasting The candidate will demonstrate the
lubrication maintenance of laboratory or workshop, using a operations ability to effectively manage ballast
and ballast machinery, including method consistent with accepted operations including:
operations pumps and piping industry practices and 1. communications with the
systems manufacturers recommendations navigation watch.
2. consistent with company
policy and procedures,
3. compliance with regulatory
and environmental
requirements including ballast
water exchange or treatment
as appropriate

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 4. consideration of free surface
conditions and hazards
5. completion of all
communications and log
entries.

Function: Electrical, electronic and control engineering at the management level

Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Performance Performance Standard

Competence Understanding, Condition Behavior
& Proficiency
5.1.A Manage operation Theoretical USCG exam subject (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans / Near Coastal or OSV exams
of electrical and knowledge as of January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
(All) electronic control
equipment 1.Marine electro-
technology,
electronics, power
electronics,
automatic control
engineering and
safety devices

2. Design features
and system
configurations of
automatic control
equipment and
safety devices for
the following:

.1 main engine

.2 generator and
distribution
system

.3 steam boiler Commented [M 38a18]: If not done, motor only endorsement

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 3. Design features
and system
configurations of
operational
control equipment
for electrical
motors

4. Design features
of high-voltage
installations

5. Features of
hydraulic and
pneumatic control
equipment
5.2.A Manage operation Design features USCG exam subject (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans / Near Coastal or OSV exams as
of electrical and and system of January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
(All) electronic control configurations of
equipment automatic control
equipment and
(Steam)
safety devices for
the following:
(Motor)
.1 main engine
(Gas
Turbine) .2 generator and
distribution
system

.3 steam boiler Commented [M 38a19]: If not done, motor only endorsement

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5.3.A Manage operation Design features USCG exam subject (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans / Near Coastal or OSV
of electrical and and system exams as of January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
(All) electronic control configurations of
equipment operational
control equipment
for electrical
motors

5.4.A Manage operation Design features of

of electrical and high-voltage 2 alternatives: Either this entire competence should be removed as non-applicable to smaller vessels
Motor/ electronic control installations OR
G.T.) equipment This course will only be required on vessels equipped with installations greater than the IMO
standard for high voltage 1000 V AC. Those without this course will have a limitation for vessels
without high voltage installations.
The candidate must successfully complete an approved course containing safety training on High Voltage
installations. Commented [M 38a20]: Unaware of any vessel under 3,000
5.5.A Manage operation Features of USCG exam subject (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans / Near Coastal or OSV exams as of GT with high voltage electrical system. However, this should be
kept.
of electrical and hydraulic and January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
(All) electronic control pneumatic control
equipment equipment

6.1.A Manage trouble- Practical On a vessel, or on The candidate, using manufacturer’s instructions and
shooting, knowledge a simulator, or in a Troubleshoot recommended procedures demonstrates the planning and
(All) restoration of laboratory or and/or adjust and performance of maintenance and adjustment of electronic
electrical and Troubleshooting workshop, using a calibrate process process control equipment.
electronic control of electrical and method control equipment.
equipment to electronic control consistent with
operating condition equipment accepted industry
practices and
manufacturers
recommendations

6.2.A Manage trouble- Function test of  On a vessel, or on When generators The candidate, either by reading proper meters, consulting
shooting, electrical, a simulator, or in a are running in other indicating equipment, or by calculation.
(All) restoration of electronic control laboratory or parallel, the maintains appropriate load distribution.
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 electrical and equipment and workshop, using a candidate will
electronic control safety devices method manage the If generator paralleling is not available onboard the candidate
equipment to consistent with electrical load will monitor the electrical system for the correct voltage ,
operating condition accepted industry distribution. amperage, frequency and ground detection and correct as
practices and needed
manufacturers
the candidate will operate the emergency power system under
recommendations load and describe the circuits supplied by this system
6.3.A Manage trouble- Troubleshooting On a vessel, or on Adjust and The candidate, using manufacturer’s instructions and recommended
shooting, of monitoring a simulator, or in a calibrate process procedures, demonstrates the planning and performance of
restoration of systems laboratory or monitoring maintenance and adjustment of monitoring equipment
(All)
electrical and workshop, using a equipment.
electronic control method
equipment to consistent with
operating condition accepted industry
practices and
manufacturers
recommendations
6.3.B Manage trouble- Software version On a vessel, or on a the candidate will If applicable, the candidate will ensure that computer systems
shooting, control simulator, or in a demonstrate the are using the current software version.
(All) restoration of laboratory or ability to perform
electrical and workshop, using a basic operations of
electronic control method consistent a shipboard
equipment to with accepted computer network.
operating condition industry practices
and manufacturers
recommendations

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Function: Maintenance and repair at the management level

Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard

Competence Understanding, & Behavior
Proficiency
7.1.AMotor) Manage safe and On a vessel, or on a The candidate The candidate will describe maintenance
effective simulator, or in a will plan, operations on a diesel engine, including, but not
maintenance and laboratory or workshop, conduct, limited to:
repair procedures using a method supervise, and
Practical knowledge consistent with manage a major - change out of fuel injectors
accepted industry inspection, repair - change out of fuel pumps
Manage safe and practices and or maintenance - change out of water pumps
effective maintenance manufacturers of main - management of preventative maintenance
and repair procedures propulsion systems
recommendations
machinery,
Planning maintenance, ensuring safety This description should include appropriate
including statutory and of operations and information on safety concerns, sequencing,
class verifications avoiding communications, tools, PPE, testing, record
pollution of the keeping and manufacturer’s recommendations. A
Planning repairs environment. practical demonstration during regularly
scheduled maintenance is also acceptable.

7.1.B Manage safe and Theoretical knowledge USCG exam subject (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans/ Near Coastal or OSV
effective exams as of January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
(All) maintenance and Marine engineering
repair procedures practice

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 Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, & Behavior
Proficiency

8.1.A Detect and identify Theoretical? USCG exam subject (NOTE – The Chief Engineer 1600 Ton Oceans / Near Coastal or OSV
the cause of exams as of January 2012 constituted meet this requirement)
(Motor/ machinery Detection of machinery
Gas malfunctions and malfunction, location
correct faults of faults and action to
Turbine)
prevent damage

Inspection and
adjustment of
equipment

Non-destructive
examination
8.1.B Detect and identify Practical knowledge On a vessel, or on a the candidate will Using visual and audio inspections, rounds and
the cause of simulator, or in a supervise and temperature and pressure readings, the candidate
(All) machinery Detection of machinery laboratory or workshop, assist, as will consult the equipment manufacturer’s
malfunctions and malfunction, location using a method necessary, in the recommendations and use in-service tests, as
correct faults of faults and action to consistent with preventive appropriate,which may include non-destructive
prevent damage accepted industry maintenance and testing, to analyze trends and develop a corrective
practices and troubleshooting of maintenance plan .
Inspection and manufacturers piping and
adjustment of pumping systems.
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 Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, & Behavior
Proficiency
equipment recommendations

Non-destructive
examination
8.1.C Detect and identify Practical knowledge On a vessel, or on a the candidate will Using visual and audio inspections, rounds and
the cause of simulator, or in a supervise and assist, temperature and pressure readings, the candidate
(All) machinery Detection of laboratory or workshop, as necessary, in the will consult the equipment manufacturer’s
malfunctions and machinery using a method preventive recommendations and use in-service tests, as
correct faults malfunction, location consistent with maintenance and appropriate, which may include non-destructive
of faults and action to accepted industry troubleshooting of testing, to analyze trends and develop a corrective
prevent damage practices and deck machinery and maintenance plan including, but not limited to::
manufacturers cargo handling 1. mechanical components;
Inspection and equipment. 2. lubrication;
recommendations
adjustment of 3. hydraulic systems
equipment 4. piping and hoses; and
5. record the status of equipment in appropriate
Non-destructive location.
examination
NOTE: This maintenance must include all items
designated a. through c. below, as well as
at least one of the pieces of cargo-
handling equipment d through i if vessel
is so equipped.:
a. anchor windlass;
b. mooring winch;
c. steering gear;
d. stores crane;
e. cargo handling winch;
f. cargo crane or other break-bulk cargo
gear;
g. liquid-cargo transfer station, and
h. cargo pumps and piping. Commented [KH21]: Need to make provision for vessels that
i. survival craft davit motor; don’t have f-h.
Commented [KH22]: For limited licenses, include provision for
vessels that don’t have all this equipment. i.e a vessel may have a
liferaft, but not a lifeboat.
8.1.D Detect and identify Practical knowledge On a vessel, or on a the candidate will The candidate performs or describes procedures
the cause of simulator, or in a supervise and assist, consistent with manufacturer’s recommendations Commented [M 38a23]: Global, Change manufactirer’s
instructions to recommendations
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 Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, & Behavior
Proficiency
(All) machinery Detection of laboratory or workshop, as necessary, in the and EPA requirements when temperature and
malfunctions and machinery using a method preventive pressure conditions are abnormal. These
correct faults malfunction, location consistent with maintenance and procedures may include, but are not limited to the
of faults and action to accepted industry troubleshooting of following:
prevent damage practices and refrigeration and
manufacturers A/C systems and/or
Inspection and components. 1. detection and correction of
recommendations
adjustment of a. a low or high level of compressor
equipment lubricating oil;
b. a low or high level of refrigerant in
Non-destructive the system;
examination c. a malfunctioning thermal expansion
valve; and
d. refrigerant leak(s) when possible; Commented [CR324]: Not all Chiefs will have the EPA
certification that would allow them to perform repairs. Additionally,
some vessels may not be equipped with the appropriate refrigeration
2. describes the dangers and safe handling recovery tools to perform many repairs.
measures for refrigerants.

9.1.A Ensure safe Practical knowledge On a vessel, or on a the candidate will The candidate will demonstrate a working Commented [KH25]: This performance may be done on any
working practices simulator, or in a incorporate safe knowledge of the following, including but not major piece of equipment.

(All) Safe working practices laboratory or workshop, working practices limited to:
using a method and use proper
PPE at all times. 1. equipment manuals;
consistent with
accepted industry 2. company policies and procedures;
practices and 3. national and international regulations ;
manufacturers
recommendations 4. lock-out/tag-out;
5. MSDS;
6. PPE;
7. confined space entry;
8. working aloft;

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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, & Behavior
Proficiency
9. working over the side;
10. proper lifting techniques;
11. emergency procedures;
12. fire prevention;
13. pollution prevention; and
14. tool safety.

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Function: Controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on board at the management level

Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard

Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency
10.1.A Control trim, Understanding of USCG Exam subject
stability and fundamental
(All) stress principles of ship
construction and
the theories and
factors affecting
trim and stability
and measures
necessary to
preserve trim and
stability
10.1.B Control trim, Understanding of USCG Exam subject
stability and fundamental
(All) stress principles of ship
construction and
the theories and
factors affecting
trim and stability
and measures
necessary to
preserve trim and
stability
10.1.C Control trim, Understanding of USCG Exam subject
stability and fundamental
(All) stress principles of ship
construction and
the theories and
factors affecting
trim and stability
and measures
necessary to
preserve trim and
stability
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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency
10.1.D Control trim, Understanding of USCG Exam subject
stability and fundamental
(All) stress principles of ship
construction and
the theories and
factors affecting
trim and stability
and measures
necessary to
preserve trim and
stability
10.1.E Control trim, Understanding of USCG Exam subject
stability and fundamental
(All) stress principles of ship
construction and
the theories and
factors affecting
trim and stability
and measures
necessary to
preserve trim and
stability
10.2.A Control trim, Knowledge of the USCG Exam subject
stability and effect on trim and
(All) stress stability of a ship
in the event of
damage to and
consequent
flooding of a
compartment and
countermeasures
to be taken
10.3.A Control trim, Knowledge of USCG Exam subject
stability and IMO
(All) stress recommendations
concerning ship
stability

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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency

11.1.A Monitor and Knowledge of USCG Exam subject

control relevant
(All) compliance with international
legislative maritime law
requirements and embodied in
measures to international
ensure safety of agreements and
life at sea, conventions
security and
Regard shall be
protection of the
paid especially to
marine
the following
environment
subjects:
.1 certificates and
other documents
required to be
carried on board
ships by
international
conventions, how
they may be
obtained and the
period of their
legal validity
11.1.B Monitor and Knowledge of USCG Exam subject
control international
(All) compliance with maritime law
legislative embodied in
requirements and international
measures to agreements and
ensure safety of conventions
life at sea,
.2 responsibilities
security and
under the relevant
protection of the
requirements of
marine
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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency
environment the International
Convention on
Load Lines, 1966,
as amended
11.1.C Monitor and Knowledge of USCG Exam subject
control international
(All) compliance with maritime law
legislative embodied in
requirements and international
measures to agreements and
ensure safety of conventions
life at sea,
.3 responsibilities
security and
under the relevant
protection of the
requirements of
marine
the International
environment
Convention for
the Safety of Life
at Sea, 1974, as
amended

11.1.D Monitor and Knowledge of USCG Exam subject

control international
(All) compliance with maritime law
legislative embodied in
requirements and international
measures to agreements and
ensure safety of conventions
life at sea,
.4 responsibilities
security and
under the relevant
protection of the
requirements of
marine
the International
environment
Convention for
the Prevention of
Pollution from
Ships. As
amended
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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency
11.1.F Monitor and Knowledge of USCG Exam subject
control international
(All) compliance with maritime law
legislative embodied in Commented [KH26]: As applicable to type of vessel.
requirements and international
measures to agreements and
ensure safety of conventions
life at sea,
.4 responsibilities
security and
under the relevant
protection of the
requirements of
marine
the International
environment
Convention for
the Prevention of
Pollution from
Ships. As
amended
11.1.K Monitor and Knowledge of USCG Exam subject
control international
(All) compliance with maritime law
legislative embodied in
requirements and international
measures to agreements and
ensure safety of conventions
life at sea,
.5 Maritime
security and
Declarations of
protection of the
Health and the
marine
requirements of the
environment
International
Health
Regulations
11.1.L Monitor and Knowledge of USCG Exam subject
control international
(All) compliance with maritime law
legislative embodied in
requirements and international
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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency
measures to agreements and
ensure safety of conventions
life at sea,
.6 responsibilities
security and
under
protection of the
international
marine
instruments
environment
affecting the
safety of the ship,
passengers, crew
and cargo
11.1.N Monitor and Knowledge of USCG Exam subject
control international
(All) compliance with maritime law
legislative embodied in
requirements and international
measures to agreements and
ensure safety of conventions
life at sea,
.7 methods and
security and
aids to prevent
protection of the
pollution of the
marine
marine
environment
environment by
ships
11.1.O Monitor and Knowledge of USCG Exam subject
control international
(All) compliance with maritime law
legislative embodied in
requirements and international Commented [KH27]: Do we need to include VGP (Vessel
General Permit)?
measures to agreements and
ensure safety of conventions
life at sea,
.8 knowledge of
security and
national
protection of the
legislation for
marine
implementing
environment
international
agreements and
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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency
conventions

12.1.A Maintain safety A thorough USCG Exam subject

and security of knowledge of life-
(All) the vessel, crew saving appliance
and passengers regulations
and the (International
operational Convention for
condition of the Safety of Life
life-saving, at Sea)
fire-fighting and
other safety
systems

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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency
12.2.A Maintain safety Organization of On a vessel, using a the candidate will The candidate will plan a fire or emergency drill which
and security of fire and abandon method consistent demonstrate the will be executed as Task No. 14.4.A, using, but not
(All) the vessel, crew ship drills with accepted industry ability to prepare limited to the following guidelines. The candidate will:
and passengers practices, vessel the ship’s crew to
1. determine the
and the emergency plans and handle an
operational emergency a. drill to be conducted;
safety equipment b. location of the simulated casualty; and
condition of situation.
life-saving, manufacturers c. the portion of the station bill that applies.
fire-fighting and recommendations
2. examine the location of the simulated casualty to
other safety determine:
systems
a. its suitability for the drill;
b. the manpower required;
c. potential hazards; and
d. the usability of the onboard emergency plans.
3. use the onboard emergency plan for the simulated
casualty and space to be used to:
a. develop a script to use during the drill; and
b. develop contingency plans, as per Task No.
14.4.A ; and
c. develop initial corrections to that emergency
plan based upon the examination of the location.
4. walk through the emergency plan and its
contingencies, as developed for task No. 14.4.A; and
consult the Chief Mate, Master and other senior officer
that may be affected, to gather their concurrence with
the drill plan.

12.3.A Maintain safety Maintenance of On a vessel, using a the candidate will The candidate will assess and implement a preventive
and security of operational demonstrate the maintenance plan for the ship’s lifesaving and
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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency
the vessel, crew condition of life- method consistent ability to maintain firefighting equipment, including:
(All) and passengers saving, with accepted industry the ship’s
1. survival craft:
and the fire-fighting and practices, vessel lifesaving and
operational other safety emergency plans and firefighting 2. fixed firefighting equipment:
condition of systems safety equipment equipment. 3. fire and bilge pumps; and
life-saving,
manufacturers 4. smoke and fire detection equipment.
fire-fighting and
other safety recommendations
systems
12.4.A Maintain safety Actions to be USCG Exam subject
and security of taken to protect
(All) the vessel, crew and safeguard all
and passengers persons on board
and the in emergencies
operational
condition of
life-saving,
fire-fighting and
other safety
systems
12.4.B Maintain safety Actions to be USCG Exam subject
and security of taken to protect
(All) the vessel, crew and safeguard all
and passengers persons on board
and the in emergencies
operational
condition of
life-saving,
fire-fighting and
other safety
systems
12.5.A Maintain safety Actions to limit USCG Exam subject
and security of damage and salve
(All) the vessel, crew the ship following
and passengers fire, explosion,
and the collision or
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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency
operational grounding
condition of
life-saving,
fire-fighting and
other safety
systems
12.5.B Maintain safety Actions to limit USCG Exam subject
and security of damage and salve
(All) the vessel, crew the ship following
and passengers fire, explosion,
and the collision or
operational grounding
condition of
life-saving,
fire-fighting and
other safety
systems

13.1.A Develop Ship construction,

emergency and including damage
(All) damage control control The candidate must successfully complete an approved Damage Control course (may be included as part of
plans and handle L & M)
emergency
situations
13.2.A Develop Methods and aids
emergency and for fire
(All) damage control prevention,
The candidate must successfully complete an approved Advanced Fire Fighting course
plans and handle detection and
emergency extinction
situations
13.3.A Develop Functions and use
emergency and of life-saving
(All) damage control appliances
The candidate must successfully complete an approved Proficiency in Survival Craft course
plans and handle
emergency
situations

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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency
14.1.A Use leadership Knowledge of
and managerial shipboard
skills personnel
management and
training

A knowledge of
international
maritime
conventions and
recommendations,
and related
national
legislation
The candidate must successfully complete an approved Leadership and Management course. (USCG may
want to consider having a modified L & M course for limited licenses).
Ability to apply
task and workload
management,
including:

.1 planning and
coordination

.2 personnel
assignment

.3 time and
resource
constraints

.4 prioritization

Knowledge and
ability to apply
effective resource
management:
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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency

.1 allocation,
assignment, and
prioritization of
resources

.2 effective
communication on
board and ashore

.3 decisions
reflect
consideration of
team experience

.4 assertiveness
and leadership,
including
motivation

.5 obtaining and
maintaining
situation
awareness

Knowledge and
ability to apply
decision-making
techniques:

.1 situation and
risk assessment

.2 identify and
generate options

.3 select course of
action
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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency

.4 evaluation of
outcome
effectiveness

Development,
implementation,
and oversight of
standard operating
procedures
14.1.B Use leadership Knowledge of
and managerial shipboard
(All) skills personnel
Rearrange management and
training
for L&M
Approved
Course
Development,
implementation,
and oversight of
standard operating
procedures
14.2.A Use leadership A knowledge of
and managerial international
(All) skills maritime
conventions and
recommendations,
and related
national
legislation
14.2.B Use leadership A knowledge of USCG Exam subject
and managerial international
(All) skills maritime
conventions and
recommendations,
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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency
and related
national
legislation
14.3.A Use leadership Ability to apply On a vessel, or on a the candidate will The candidate will, under the supervision of the Chief
and managerial task and workload simulator, or in a generate a work Engineer or Port Engineer, develop a work plan. This
(All) skills management, laboratory or workshop, plan for work plan will include, but not be limited to:
including: using a method maintenance
1. obtaining a:
consistent with aboard ship.
a. copy of the preventative maintenance plan for
.1 planning and accepted industry the equipment;
coordination practices and b. work list of any needed repairs; and
manufacturers
.2 personnel c. copy of a manual for the equipment to be
recommendations maintained.
assignment
2. discussing the following with the Chief Engineer or
.3 time and Port Engineer:
resource a. personnel, material and equipment
constraints requirements/availability;
b. what repairs and maintenance can be done
.4 prioritization concurrently, i.e. a motor being repaired may
also have preventative maintenance performed
Knowledge and at the same time, what other equipment in the
ability to apply same area can also be worked on while the
effective resource maintainer is in the space, etc;
management: c. current voyage planning, such as, but not
limited to anticipated port calls, drills, weather,
.1 allocation, etc; and
assignment, and d. projected shipboard needs for the equipment.
prioritization of
resources 3. developing a work plan for the project that includes,
but is not limited to:
a. a work list with personnel assignments;
b. a material and equipment list ;
c. a requisition to replace material and equipment
consumed; and
d. lock-out / tag outs, notifications, information
sharing.

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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency
14.3.B Use leadership Knowledge and On a vessel, or on a the candidate will The candidate will, under the supervision of the Chief Commented [KH28]: Combine 14.3.B with 14.3.A
and managerial ability to apply simulator, or in a execute a work Engineer or Port Engineer execute a work plan. This
(All) skills effective resource laboratory or workshop, plan for execution of a work plan will include, but not be limited
management: using a method maintenance to:
consistent with aboard ship.
1. assigning personnel and equipment to individual
.1 allocation, accepted industry tasks based upon, but not limited to the following:
assignment, and practices and
prioritization of a. team member knowledge, skills and abilities;
manufacturers
resources b. equipment needed; and
recommendations
c. material needed.
2. issuing equipment and tools;
3. communicate the tasks to be completed to the
responsible individuals, including, but not limited to:
a. the task(s) to be performed;
b. the time expected to complete;
c. the equipment and material needed;
d. safety and hazard information; and
e. performance standards.
4. proper motivation of team members; and
5. monitoring work, including, but not limited to:
a. the use of safety equipment;
b. work completion;
c. timeliness of repairs and maintenance;
d. satisfactory completion or progress of task; and
e. adaptations needed to accomplish unplanned
repairs.

14.4.A Use leadership Knowledge and On a vessel, or on a the candidate will The candidate will, based upon the actual scenario given
and managerial ability to apply simulator, or in a participate in a fire and based upon Task Nos. 12.2.A:
(All) skills effective resource laboratory or workshop, or emergency drill
1. provide the Master with a description of the
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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency
management: using a method as an on scene simulated emergency situation, including the spaces
consistent with accepted commander involved, the access to equipment needed,
.1 allocation, industry practices and manpower needed, etc;
assignment, and manufacturers 2. provide the Master with a description of at least two
prioritization of recommendations possible approaches into the simulated emergency
resources
and the priorities that must be considered (i.e. rescue
of personnel, safety of the emergency team, hazards
.2 effective
to ship and crew generated by each approach,
communication on
etc…);
board and ashore
3. recommend the approach to the simulated
.3 decisions emergency;
reflect 4. brief the team on the situation, the approach to
consideration of remedying the simulated emergency, and the
team experience procedures to be executed;
.4 assertiveness 5. execute the generated plan, using delegation of
and leadership, authority, personal involvement, and other
including leadership techniques to handle the simulated
motivation emergency;
6. lead the post simulation critique and present the
.5 obtaining and positive results of the simulation, the negative
maintaining findings of the simulation, and make
situation recommendations to improve procedures, equipment
awareness availability, and personnel training; and
Knowledge and 7. amend the ship’s emergency procedures plan to
ability to apply reflect the lessons learned from the drill, including
decision-making required notifications to the vessels operators,
techniques: USCG, etc..

.1 situation and
risk assessment

.2 identify and
generate options

.3 select course of
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Task No. STCW Knowledge, Performance Condition Performance Performance Standard
Competence Understanding, Behavior
& Proficiency
action

.4 evaluation of
outcome
effectiveness

Development,
implementation,
and oversight of
standard operating
procedures

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