RFPNW Task 3.5.A
Relief of anchor watch
MMA Method
In order to satisfy NVIC 06-14 Task 3.5.A , MMA students must:
- Successfully complete MMA Assessment OICNW-2-2D Keep a safe anchor watch
NVIC Method
See NVIC method.
| STCW Competence |
Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency |
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Contribute to monitoring and controlling a safe watch
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RFPNW-X3.5 Information required to maintain a safe watch
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On a ship at anchor or in a simulator,
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the candidate hands over the watch in accordance with the ordinary practice of good seamanship.
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The candidate:
Advises the relief of:
a. Which anchor is in use;
b. The number of shots used and how the chain has been marked to indicate if the brake is holding (e.g., a rag tied to the chain where it begins to run through the pawl);
c. Any standing and current orders relevant to the anchor watch (e.g., how frequently the anchor should be checked);
d. The status of access points to the ship;
e. The lead of the anchor chain and the strain when the anchor was last checked; and
f. Anticipated weather and events (e.g., heaving anchor, pilot) that can be expected to occur during the next watch; and Reports:“The watch has been relieved.” to the officer on watch.
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