Assessment of skills on board on an unmoored vessel practical exam
Name of the examination subject: Assessment of skills on board on an unmoored vessel practical exam
Type of examination: Practical examination
The examination must be conducted on board an inland motor vessel. The characteristics of the watercraft used for the practical examination are governed by the examination regulations. During the examination, the candidate must be capable of performing the prescribed examination elements on a watercraft whose technical parameters comply with the applicable European Union minimum requirements for the given type of vessel.
The examination vessel must be in navigatable condition and available with the appropriate crew.
The examiners are free to determine the specific content of each examination element.
The candidate may achieve a maximum of 10 points for each element.
All Category I examination elements must be assessed. To successfully pass the examination, the candidate must achieve at least 7 points in each Category I element. For the eight competency elements classified under Category II, the candidate must achieve a total of at least 48 points within this category in order to pass.
Practical examination tasks, assessment criteria, and examination syllabus:
Task group – participation in onboard maneuvering operations
Participate in the following operations in accordance with the master’s instructions:
- Task group – participation in shipboard manoeuvres
They should participate in the following operations as instructed by the Boatmaster:
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Take part in the preparation of the manoeuvre when the boat starts, in the execution of rope operations, and in the handling of on-board equipment. Take part in the preparation of the manoeuvre, the execution of rope operations, the handling of on-board equipment, and the execution of coupling when assembling the towed convoy. Take part in the preparation of the manoeuvre when mooring the ship, in performing rope operations, and in the handling of on-board equipment. EVALUATION: Candidates are able to use the equipment, ropes and wire ropes available on board taking into account the relevant safety measures, including individual Personal protective equipment and Rescue equipment . Examinees are able to communicate with the wheelhouse using handheld radio, communication systems, and hand signals. (3.1.2.2.) |
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Take part in the preparation of the manoeuvre, the execution of rope operations, the handling of on-board equipment, and the execution of coupling. EVALUATION: Candidates are able to use the equipment, ropes and wire ropes available on board in accordance with the relevant taking into account safety measures, including individual Personal protective equipment and Rescue equipment. Examinees are able to communicate with the wheelhouse using handheld radio, communication systems, and hand signals. (3.1.2.3) |
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Assist in the preparation of anchoring manoeuvres, Assist in the preparation of anchorage for anchoring operations, To cooperate in dropping the anchor, Assist in lowering the rope or chain of the appropriate length, Assist in determining whether the anchor holds the craft in place, Assist in securing the anchor chain at the end of anchoring, Assist in the use of anchors dropped on the scraper, Describe the anchor and anchor chain markings. Describe the names and characteristics of the different types of anchors and anchor winches used on board the craft and their specific uses.
ASSESSMENT: Examinees are able to safely handle different types of anchors and anchor winches in a variety of situations and conditions. (3.1.2.4.), (3.2.4.2) |
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II. Task group – operations during the navigation of locks and bridges
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Take part in the preparation of the manoeuvre when the boat starts, in the execution of rope operations, and in the handling of on-board equipment. Take part in the preparation of the manoeuvre, the execution of rope operations, the handling of on-board equipment, and the execution of coupling when assembling the towed convoy. Take part in the preparation of the manoeuvre when mooring the ship, in performing rope operations, and in the handling of on-board equipment.
EVALUATION: Candidates are able to use the equipment, ropes and wire ropes available on board taking into account the relevant safety measures, including individual Personal protective equipment and Rescue equipment . Examinees are able to communicate with the wheelhouse using handheld radio, communication systems, and hand signals. (3.1.2.2.) |
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Take part in the preparation of the manoeuvre, the execution of rope operations, the handling of on-board equipment, and the execution of coupling.
EVALUATION: Candidates are able to use the equipment, ropes and wire ropes available on board in accordance with the relevant taking into account safety measures, including individual Personal protective equipment and Rescue equipment . Examinees are able to communicate with the wheelhouse using handheld radio, communication systems, and hand signals. (3.1.2.3) |
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Assist in the preparation of anchoring manoeuvres, Assist in the preparation of anchorage for anchoring operations, To cooperate in dropping the anchor, Assist in lowering the rope or chain of the appropriate length, Assist in determining whether the anchor holds the craft in place, Assist in securing the anchor chain at the end of anchoring, Assist in the use of anchors dropped on the scraper, Describe the anchor and anchor chain markings. Describe the names and characteristics of the different types of anchors and anchor winches used on board the craft and their specific uses.
ASSESSMENT: Examinees are able to safely handle different types of anchors and anchor winches in a variety of situations and conditions. (3.1.2.4.), (3.2.4.2) |
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II. Task group – operations during the navigation of locks and bridges
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Demonstrate the implementation of the measures required when navigating low bridges according to the instructions of the guide. Describe the communication tools and procedures used to maintain contact with the person in charge of the lock.
ASSESSMENT: Candidates will be able to apply appropriate procedures when approaching a lock or bridge, entering, locking, and exiting. (3.1.2.11.) |
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Interpret the traffic control signs during the boat's journey. Give an (imitated) emergency signal or log into a lock via radio using the appropriate procedures.
ASSESSMENT: Candidates will be able to identify day and night signals on locks, barrages and bridges and to follow instructions from competent authorities such as bridge operators, lock operators and traffic controllers. Candidates are able to use radio equipment in emergency situations. (3.1.2.12.) |
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III. Task group – steering the ship under supervision
Perform the following activities as directed by the Boatmaster:
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Steer the craft according to the Captain’s instructions. Handle the boat's drive and control equipment according to the instructions. (3.1.2.5.) |
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ASSESSMENT: Examinees will be able to consider the effects of wind and currents on navigation and maneuvers when steering. (3.1.2.6) |
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ASSESSMENT: Candidates will be able to use the information provided by navigational aids, light signals, stakeout system and maps during steering. Examinees are able to use navigation instruments such as compasses, turning angle speed indicators and speedometers, and to use their data during steering. (3.1.2.7) |
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ASSESSMENT: Candidates will be able to interpret the visual, visual and audible signals of other vessels on the waterway and take these into account when carrying out steering operations. Examinees are able to handle the visual, visual and audible signals of the steered boat according to the traffic situation. (3.1.2.10) |
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Describe the characteristics of the waterway you have just sailed! Describe the characteristics of the different types of inland waterways on the basis of which the preparation of the road and the operation of steering are carried out. Describe the characteristics of waterways that may be a limiting factor in water transport. Describe the typical data of ports and terminals influencing water transport. (3.1.2.9.) |
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Describe the ship's documents, their significance, the regulations related to them and the procedures for handling them. Describe the documents of the ship's crew, their significance, the regulations related to them and the procedures for handling them. Describe the documents of the ship's equipment, their significance, the related regulations and the procedures for handling them. (3.2.2.6.) |
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Identify the communication systems of the craft in the wheelhouse, perform their operational checks and adjustments, and interpret the incoming information. Interpret the AIS data of inland waterways, and present the data of other nearby vessels involved in water traffic. (7.2.2.) |
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Collect informative data using the ship's digital devices and reliable sources of information. (7.2.3.) |
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Collect data important for the safety of water transport (meteorological, water level, announcements, traffic, waterways, etc.) by using the ship's digital devices and reliable sources of information. (7.2.7.) |
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Update and save the ship's digitally stored data in strict compliance with data security principles. (7.2.4.) |
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Describe and demonstrate the application of the principles of energy and material conservation during the steering of the ship.
EVALUATION: During the performance of the ship's steering tasks, when choosing the speed and direction, the examinees energy and Material saving Principles taken into account. (8.8.4.) |
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ASSESSMENT: When handling data, the examinees comply with the rules of data protection and professional, personal and corporate secrecy, as well as the principles of confidentiality of radio traffic . (7.2.5) |
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IV. Function group – General competencies to be assessed
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EVALUATION: Examinees must perform their on-board activities and operational tasks in accordance with the requirements wear personal protective equipment, equipment and protective clothing. (8.2.3.) |
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EVALUATION: The examinees Recognize On board Risks and they know the preventive measures. Examinees are able and striving to prevent hazards related to risks occurring on board during their onboard activities and operational duties. Examinees will navigate carefully and safely on board a moving boat, on steep stairs and tight spaces, in places where there is a risk of falling, slipping and tripping. Examinees are able to communicate effectively in order to work safely, and to understand and take into account procedural instructions. (8.1.2.), (3.1.2.8.) |
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EVALUATION: Candidates are able to provide the information provided by the crew controlling the vessel. Orders other instructions and the on-board compliance with the rulesand inexperienced staff to help. (7.4.2.) |
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EVALUATION: Examinees at the appropriate level Familiar with the vocabulary, standardised expressions and expressions and are able to communicate with the on-board communicate clearly and to the point. (7.2.6.) |
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EVALUATION: The examinees Recognize inappropriate, non-supportive and collegial, non-accepting and helpful, socially destructive, ostracizing communication and activity on board, and avoid their use. The examinees handle onboard conflict situations appropriately and relate to their peers without prejudice. Examinees are able to perform the tasks assigned to them independently . (7.4.4.) |
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EVALUATION: Candidates are able to use the to act in accordance with rules, procedures and management instructions! (8.4.2.) |
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