OICNW Task 2.2.D

Keep a safe anchor watch

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 12-14 Task 2.2.D , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Maintain a safe navigational watch

OICNW-A2.2 Watchkeeping

Thorough knowledge of the principles to be observed in keeping a navigational watch
Condition Behavior Standard

On a vessel , or in a navigation laboratory, when asked to describe watchkeeping at anchor,

the candidate describes how to keep a safe anchor watch in accordance with STCW Code Section A-VIII/2, Part 3-1, Paragraph 51.

The candidate’s description includes:

  1. Determining the vessel’s position and plotting the swing of the vessel;

  2. Frequently checking the vessel’s position by visual and radar bearings and radar ranges from the same charted objects;

  3. Establishing GPS anchor alarms;

  4. Maintaining a proper lookout;

  5. Making periodic inspections;

  6. When necessary, a rating is posted at the anchor to carry out orders with respect to the anchor;

  7. Monitoring of weather, tides, and sea state;

  8. Notifying the Master immediately when the weather changes, visibility becomes restricted, or the anchor starts to drag;

  9. Keeping engines ready for immediate use, where conditions require (open roadsteads, strong winds, or current and poor holding ground); and

  10. Showing /sounding all required lights, shapes, and sounds.