OICNW Task 7.1

Standard marine communications phrases (SMCP)

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 12-14 Task 7.1 , MMA students must:

NVIC Method

See NVIC method.

STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Use the IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases and use English in written and oral form

OICNW-A7.1 English language

Adequate knowledge of English language to enable the officer to use charts and nautical publications, understand meteorological information and messages concerning ship’s safety and operation, to communicate with other ships, coast stations and VTS centers and to perform the duties with a multilingual crew, including ability to use and understand IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP)

Condition Behavior Standard

Course The assessment is satisfied by successful completion of a Coast Guard approved or accepted course specified in 46 CFR 11.309(a)(4).

This KUP is demonstrated by successful completion of the training in IMO Standard Marine Communication Phrases (SMCP) specified in 46 CFR 11.309(a)(4)(ix).