What is familiarization training?

What is familiarization training?

The ANSI A92. 6 standard has a definition for familiarization that clearly differentiates it from training. Familiarization is the information regarding the control functions and safety devices on a specific aerial work platform to be operated by a qualified person (trained operator).

What regulation of the STCW Code refers to shipboard familiarization?

STCW Regulation VI/1 of Chapter VI (STCW 2010 Resolution 1) Seafarers shall receive safety familiarization and basic training or instruction in accordance with section A-VI/1 of the STCW Code and shall meet the appropriate standard of competence specified therein.

What are the duties and responsibilities of ships crew?

The Deck crew is in charge with the vessel navigation, watch keeping, maintaining the ship’s hull, cargo, gear and accommodation, taking care of the ship’s life saving and firefighting appliances. The deck department is also the one in charge with receiving, discharging and caring for cargo.

Where you can find the muster list?

Some of the important areas where the muster list is posted are- Bridge, Engine room, accommodation alleyways etc. – areas where ship’s crew spends the maximum of their time.

What is the purpose of a machine familiarization?

WHAT IS FAMILIARISATION? Familiarisation is a short activity to make sure that the operator understands how to safely operate the machine to be used.

What is the importance of familiarization?

Familiarisation allows the researcher to reflect on their own position within the research as well as to establish their position (or role) as a researcher within the community.

Do STCW certificates expire?

All seafarers holding STCW certificates (excluding GMDSS Radio Operator Certificates) must have completed sea survival and firefighting training every five years to renew their certificates under the changes.

What are the standard of competence for security related familiarization training?

2.2 On completion of this training a seafarer must be able to: (i) Contribute to the enhancement of maritime security through heightened awareness; (ii) Recognise security threats; and (iii) Understand the need for, and methods of, maintaining security awareness and vigilance.

What is shipboard organization?

A shipboard organization is similar to the government structure we have in our countries. Vessels have a world of their own. They are like mini kingdoms having a very small population with each person holding specific duties. The duties vary depending on the crew’s rank.

What are the four 4 departments onboard?

Each of these roles carries unique responsibilities that are integral to the successful operation of a seafaring vessel. A ship’s crew can generally be divided into four main categories: the deck department, the engineering department, the steward’s department, and other.

What is the difference between muster list and station bill?

The starting point for shipboard survival and survival training is the station bill. The station bill is a muster list that is required by federal regulations. It lists the emergency duty station and duty position for each crew member assigned aboard ship and also the signals for fire and abandon ship.

Who make the muster list?

Different teams with duties for the individuals of the team for emergencies mentioned in muster list:

  • Command Team: In-charge master.
  • Emergency team 1: In-charge chief officer.
  • Emergency team 2 : In-charge 2nd engineer (Standby team).
  • Support team : In-charge 2nd officer includes medical items .