OICNW-2-2E
Navigate in restricted visibility
Function: Navigation at the operational level
| Competence | Knowledge, Understanding & Proficiency | Task |
|---|---|---|
|
Maintain a safe navigational watch |
A2.2 Thorough knowledge of the Principles to be observed in keeping a navigational watch |
Navigate in restricted visibility |
Assessed in: MT-4253 Watchkeeping using Full-Mission Bridge Simulator
Condition
On a ship at sea or a full mission ship simulator during an exercise at sea, when visibility becomes restricted while underway.
Behavior
Recognize the restricted visibility take the appropriate action to navigate in restricted visibility in accordance with the COLREGS in accordance with Section STCW Code A-VIII/2, Part 3-1, Paragraph 45.
Standard
- The restricted visibility was determined.
- The master was notified.
- Steering was switched to hand steering.
- A proper lookout was posted and the running lights turned on.
- The vessel’s speed was set in accordance with Rule 6.
- Sounding of required signals was commenced.
- The radar or ARPA was set on the appropriate scale to scan at long range for the presence of other vessels.
- Approaching targets were plotted or the ARPA or radar was used to obtain early warning of risk of collision and determine the speed and direction of relative motion.
