NVIC 06-14 Task 3.4.B

Contribute to monitoring and controlling a safe watch

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

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.