Marine Engineering Knowledge II: STCW Certification PDF

Official (Open) MARINE ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE II [Chapter 6 : International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers(STCW)  Official (Open) Learning Objectives 1. Understand the Purpose and Scope...

Official (Open) MARINE ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE II [Chapter 6 : International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers(STCW)  Official (Open) Learning Objectives 1. Understand the Purpose and Scope of STCW: Students will be able to explain why STCW is essential for maritime safety and global standards, identify the key parties involved and describe how STCW applies to different seafarer ranks and departments (including marine engineering). 2. Identify Key STCW Requirements for Marine Engineers: Students will be able to outline the specific competencies, knowledge, and training required for marine engineers at their operational level, including areas like engine operation and maintenance, safety procedures, emergency response, and environmental protection. 3. Recognize the Importance of STCW Certification: Students will be able to describe the process for obtaining STCW certification, understand the value of this certification for their career prospects, and recognize their responsibility for maintaining and updating their qualifications throughout their career.  Official (Open) Major revisions and Adopted amendments in 1995 and in 1978 2010 Entry into Manila force in 1984 Amendments 2010 came into force in 2012 Aim of STCW: to provide the international standards for training institutes and trainers to develop the necessary skills and competencies for today’s seafarers.  Official (Open) The STCW Convention:  Official (Open) The STCW convention applies to: Seafarers Ship owners Training establishment National Maritime Administration  Official (Open) The 3 sections of the STCW convention The Articles: The Annex: The Code: Legal Technical details Specifies the responsibilities the on how the legal technical party has to meet responsibilities in details the article should contained in be met the annex  Official (Open) Part A Part B Mandatory requirements Recommended guidelines on training, certification and watchkeeping 7 Official (Open)  Official (Open) Function and Level of Responsibility Function Level of responsibility Management Operational Support Deck Navigation * * * Cargo Handling and * Stowage Deck Controlling the Operation and of a Ship and Care for * * Engine Persons Onboard Engine Marine Engineering * * * Maintenance and Repair * * Electrical, Electronics and * * Control Engineering Radio Radio Communication *  Official (Open) Certificates and Documents to take on board National Certificate of Document to certify qualification Competency and Endorsement Certificate of Covers specific requirements for safety Proficiency and and pollution prevention duties and Documentary Evidence service on board specific types of ships Endorsements of Official recognition of validity of a Recognition certificate issued by another Administration Proof of medical fitness and Medical Certificate vaccination.  Official (Open) Length of Sea Age Service Training Medical Fitness STCW Level of Certificates Professional Maritime provide proof Competence Education for:  Official (Open) Certificates for Deck Officers Name of Certificate Revalidation National Certificate of Competence and Endorsement Yes Flag State Endorsement of Recognition Yes GMDSS Certificate Yes Basic Safety Training Achieved within - Personal Survival Techniques previous five - Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting years - Elementary First Aid - Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Medical First Aid No Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Yes Advanced Fire Fighting Yes Medical Fitness Yes Basic Safety Familiarization On assignment Ship Specific Familiarization On assignment Security Familiarization On assignment  Official (Open) Certificates for Engineer Officers Name of Certificate Revalidation National Certificate of Competence and Endorsement Yes Flag State Endorsement of Recognition Yes Basic Safety Training Achieved within - Personal Survival Techniques previous five - Fire Prevention and Fire Fighting years - Elementary First Aid - Personal Safety and Social Responsibility Medical First Aid No Survival Craft and Rescue Boats Yes Advanced Fire Fighting Yes Medical Fitness Yes Basic Safety Familiarization On assignment Ship Specific Familiarization On assignment Security Familiarization On assignment  Official (Open) Additional Competency Requirements under STCW 2010 Deck Officers In Charge of a Navigational Watch on ships of 500 GRT and above Use of Application ECDIS Knowledge of Contribute to systems to of Bridge Leadership the Safety of maintain Resource and Personnel and safety of Management Teamworking Ship navigation Skills  Official (Open) Additional Competency Requirements under STCW 2010 Engineer Officers In Charge of an Engineering Watch in a Manned Engine Room or Designated Duty Engineer in a Periodically Unmanned Engine Room Use of Internal Contribute to the Safety of Communication Systems Personnel and Ship Knowledge of Engine Room Application of Leadership Resource Management and Teamworking Skills Maintenance and Repair of Appropriate use of Hand Tools, Machine Tools and Measuring Electrical and Electronic Instruments for Fabrication and Equipment Repair On board  Official (Open) Under the STCW Convention, all officers in charge of a watch (Navigation or Engineering) must have a good command of spoken and written English Senior Officers with Functions of Crew members Managerial Level assisting passengers must be able to during emergencies speak and write in should be able to Ratings forming part of English communicate safety a Navigational Watch related instructions in are required to comply English or the language with helm instructions spoken by the delivered in English passenger  Official (Open) STCW Certificates of Competency (COC) & endorsements to be issued only by Administration, reducing the possibility of fraudulent practices associated with issue of COC. Common medical standards so that seafarers from one country can serve on board ships of another country without undergoing another medical exam. Introduction of modern training methodology i.e. distance learning and e-learning.  Official (Open) STCW Rest hours harmonized with the Maritime Labour Convention (2006) requirements, aiming to reduce fatigue. Requirements introduced to avoid alcohol and substance abuse. Update of curriculum with inclusion of new competencies in line with modern development and real-world needs. Issues involving refresher training properly addressed within the convention.  Official (Open) STCW Chapter I: General provisions Chapter II: Master and deck department Chapter III: Engine department Chapter IV: Radiocommunication and radio operators Chapter V: Special training requirements for personnel on certain types of ships Chapter VI: Emergency, occupational safety, security, medical care and survival functions Chapter VII: Alternative certification Chapter VIII: Watchkeeping  Official (Open) STCW Chapters Chapter I: General Provisions Chapter II: Master and Deck Department Chapter III: Engine Department Chapter IV: Radio Communication and Radio Operators Chapter V: Special Training Requirements for Personnel on Certain Types of Ships Chapter VI: Emergency, Occupational Safety, Medical Care, and Survival Functions Chapter VII: Alternative Certification Chapter VIII: Watchkeeping  Official (Open) Chapter I: General Provisions Regulation I/1: Definitions and clarifications Regulation I/9: Medical standards Regulation I/2: Certificates and endorsements Regulation I/10: Recognition of certificates Regulation I/3: Principles governing near-coastal Regulation I/11: Revalidation of certificates voyages Regulation I/12: Use of simulators Regulation I/4: Control procedures Regulation I/13: Conduct of trials Regulation I/5: National provisions Regulation I/14: Responsibilities of companies Regulation I/6: Training and assessment Regulation I/15: Transitional provisions Regulation I/7: Communication of information Regulation I/8: Quality standards  Official (Open) Chapter II: Master and Deck Department Regulation II/1: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more Regulation II/2: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of masters and chief mates on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more Regulation II/3: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of officers in charge of a navigational watch and of masters on ships of less than 500 gross tonnage engaged on near-coastal voyages Regulation II/4: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of ratings forming part of a navigational watch Regulation II/5: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of ratings as able seafarer deck  Official (Open) Chapter III: Engine Department Regulation III/1: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of officers in charge of an engineering watch in a manned engine-room or as designated duty engineers in a periodically unmanned engine-room Regulation III/2: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of chief engineer officers and second engineer officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3000 kW propulsion power or more Regulation III/3: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of chief engineer officers and second engineer officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of between 750 kW and 3000 kW propulsion power Regulation III/4: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of ratings forming part of a watch in a manned engine-room or designated to perform duties in a periodically unmanned engine-room Regulation III/5: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of ratings as able seafarer engine in a manned engine-room or designated to perform duties in a periodically unmanned engine-room Regulation III/6: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of electro-technical officers Regulation III/7: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of electro-technical rating  Official (Open) Chapter IV: Radio Communication and Radio Operators Regulation IV/1: Application Regulation IV/2: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of GMDSS radio operators  Official (Open) Chapter V: Special Training Requirements for Personnel on Certain Types of Ships Regulation V/1-1: Mandatory minimum requirements for the training and qualifications of masters, officers, and ratings on oil and chemical tankers Regulation V/1-2: Mandatory minimum requirements for the training and qualifications of masters, officers, and ratings on liquefied gas tankers Regulation V/2: Documentary evidence - Training for masters, officers, ratings, and other personnel serving on passenger ships Regulation V/3: Certificate of Proficiency - Training for masters, officers, ratings, and other personnel on ships subject to the IGF Code Regulation V/4: Certificate of Proficiency - For masters and officers on ships operating in polar waters  Official (Open) Chapter VI: Emergency, Occupational Safety, Medical Care, and Survival Functions Regulation VI/1: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of personnel on passenger ships Regulation VI/2: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of personnel on oil and chemical tankers Regulation VI/3: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of personnel on liquefied gas tankers Regulation VI/4: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of personnel on ships operating in polar waters Regulation VI/5: Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of personnel on ships subject to the IGF Code  Official (Open) Chapter VII: Alternative Certification Regulation VII/1: Alternative certification systems Regulation VII/2: Recognition of alternative certification systems  Official (Open) Chapter VIII: Watchkeeping Regulation VIII/1: Mandatory minimum requirements for watchkeeping on ships Regulation VIII/2: Mandatory minimum requirements for watchkeeping on passenger ships