OICNW Task 1.8.B

Set weather controls

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 12-14 Task 1.8.B , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Plan and conduct a passage and determine position

OICNW-A1.08 Steering control system

Knowledge of steering control systems, operational procedures and change-over from manual to automatic control and vice versa. Adjustment of controls for optimum performance
Condition Behavior Standard

On a vessel underway or on a simulator equipped with rudder and weather controls, while in auto-pilot,

the candidate sets the rudder and weather controls that are most suitable for the weather and sea conditions.

The candidate sets the:

  1. Weather control in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations for the prevailing sea conditions for the area transited or simulated; and

  2. Rate of turn control (if fitted) in accordance with the standing orders.