OICNW Task 2.7.A

Recognition of watch condition

In order to satisfy NVIC 12-14 Task 2.7.A , MMA students must:

STCW Competence

Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Maintain a safe navigational watch

OICNW-A2.7 Bridge resource management

Knowledge of bridge resource management principles, including:

.1 Allocation, assignment, and prioritization of resources

.2 Effective communication

.3 Assertiveness and leadership

.4 Obtaining and maintaining situational awareness

.5 Consideration of team experience

Condition	Behavior	Standard
On a vessel, on a simulator, or in a navigation laboratory, when asked to describe actions to be taken upon a change in watch condition,	the candidate describes when there is a need for additional personnel on the bridge and when to notify the Master.	The candidate’s description includes notifying the Master immediately if: Vessel encounters or expects to encounter restricted visibility; There is cause for concern because of vessel traffic density or the movements of other ships; Vessel will transit restricted waters with vessel traffic; or Fatigued to the point that decision making is affected.

Condition

Behavior

Standard

On a vessel, on a simulator, or in a navigation laboratory, when asked to describe actions to be taken upon a change in watch condition,

the candidate describes when there is a need for additional personnel on the bridge and when to notify the Master.

The candidate’s description includes notifying the Master immediately if:

Vessel encounters or expects to encounter restricted visibility;
There is cause for concern because of vessel traffic density or the movements of other ships;
Vessel will transit restricted waters with vessel traffic; or
Fatigued to the point that decision making is affected.