Additional module, category II. competences

Title of examination subjects: Additional module, category II competences

Exam type: Practical exam

Examiners are free to decide on the content of each test element.

Examiners must complete at least 8 of the 12 test elements in the table below.

The candidate can achieve a maximum of 10 points for each item.

The candidate must achieve a total score of at least 40 points in order to be successfully pass the exam.

Application for the exams

 EXAM ITEMS
1. Explain and demonstrate the applicable procedures to deck crew member while passing locks, weirs and bridges.
2. Use methods to determine the amount of cargo loaded or discharged.
3. Calculate the amount of liquid cargo using the soundings or tank tables, or both.
4. Explain safe function, operation and maintenance of the bilge and ballast system including: reporting incidents associated with transfer operations and ability to correctly measure and report tank levels.
5. Maintain and to take care of pumps, piping systems, bilge- and ballast systems.
6. Clean all accommodation spaces, the wheelhouse and keeping the household in a proper way complying with the rules of hygiene including responsibility for their own accommodation space.
7. Clean and to preserve the outer parts, the hull and the decks of the craft in the correct order using the appropriate materials according to environmental rules.
8. Take care of the craft and household waste disposal according to environmental rules.
9. Use and store ropes and wires according to safe working practices and rules.
10. Use swimming skills for rescue operations.
11. Use rescue equipment in the case of rescue operations and rescue and transport a casualty.
12. Keep escape routes free.