NVIC Method

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STCW Competence Knowledge, Understanding, and Proficiency

Contribute to monitoring and controlling a safe watch

RFPNW-X3.4 Procedures for the relief, maintenance and handover of a watch

Condition Behavior Standard

On a ship or full- mission simulator, when being relieved at the helm,

the candidate hands over the helm in accordance with the ordinary practice of good seamanship.


The candidate:

  1. Advises the relief of:

    a. Both the gyro and magnetic course or helm position;

    b. Steering mode;

    c. Steering unit in use; and

    d. Amount and direction of rudder needed to hold course;

  2. Does not turn over the helm while executing a helm order (the candidate waits until the order is completed); and
  3. Reports:“The wheel (or helm) is relieved.” to the officer on watch.

MMA Method

In order to satisfy NVIC 06-14 Task 3.4.B , MMA students must:

  • Successfully complete MMA Assessment RFPNW-3K4B Relief of the helmsman