Electro-technical survey
This section details the summary report of the electro-technical survey. It's divided by Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping (STCW) competence and, subsequently, by knowledge, understanding and proficiency.
1. Basic understanding of the operation of systems
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 23 |
|---|---|
| No | 1 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to average | 1 |
|---|---|
| High | 23 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
The majority of respondents agreed that this section was highly relevant.
Some respondents recommended additional training in Elevator/Lifts operation and maintenance, and for GMDSS equipment to be added to the already present competence requirement.
1. 4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is generally well written and can remain as is.
1. Preparation of control systems of propulsion and auxiliary machinery for operation
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 23 |
|---|---|
| No | 0 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to average | 2 |
|---|---|
| High | 21 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
Although most respondents agreed that this section can be kept as is, recommendations were made for an amendment to give more emphasis to training on DE propulsion systems.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is well written and can remain the way it is.
1. Coupling, load sharing and changing over of generators, breaking connection between switchboards and distribution panels
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 23 |
|---|---|
| No | 0 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to average | 1 |
|---|---|
| High | 23 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
All respondents agreed that this section is important and relevant for today’s competence requirement and can be kept as is.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is generally well written.
1. Knowledge of high-voltage technology, safety precautions and procedures, electrical propulsion of the ships, electrical motors and control systems, practical knowledge, safe operation and maintenance of high-voltage systems, including knowledge of the special technical type of high-voltage systems and the danger resulting from operational voltage of more than 1,000 volts
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 21 |
|---|---|
| No | 1 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to average | 1 |
|---|---|
| High | 22 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
95% of the respondents agreed that this section is well written and still relevant today.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is generally well written.
1. Understanding of main features of data processing, construction and use of computer networks on ships, bridge-based, engine-room-based and commercial computer use
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 23 |
|---|---|
| No | 0 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to average | 3 |
|---|---|
| High | 20 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
All the respondents agreed that this section is relevant today. Some recommended that training on network security, understanding of integrated bridge and/or engine room systems should be added.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is generally well written.
1. Safety requirements for working on shipboard electrical systems, including the safe isolation of electrical equipment, maintenance and repair of systems and equipment, switchboards, electric motors, generators and DC electrical systems and equipment
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 23 |
|---|---|
| No | 0 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to average | 0 |
|---|---|
| High | 23 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
All respondents agreed that this section is well written and still relevant today.
Recommendations were made for more training on fault finding on both AC and DC electrical systems, and training on Navigation equipment repairs to be added.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is well written and can remain the way it is.
1. Appropriate electrical and mechanical knowledge and skills, safety and emergency procedures, safe isolation of equipment and associated systems, practical knowledge for the testing, maintenance, fault finding and repair
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 23 |
|---|---|
| No | 0 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to average | 0 |
|---|---|
| High | 22 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
All respondents agreed that this section is well written and still relevant today.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is well written.
1. Knowledge of the principles and maintenance procedures of navigation equipment, internal and external communication systems, equipment operating in flammable areas, practical knowledge: safe maintenance and repair procedures
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 22 |
|---|---|
| No | 0 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)]
| Low to average | 3 |
|---|---|
| High | 19 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
The respondents agreed that this section is well written and still relevant today.
Suggestions were made for the addition of training on Installation of Satellite Navigation and Communication Systems, and for more time to be spent on such a complex subject for effective learning.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is well written.
1. Appropriate electrical and mechanical knowledge and skills, safety and emergency procedures, safe isolation of equipment and associated systems
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 23 |
|---|---|
| No | 0 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to average | 2 |
|---|---|
| High | 21 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
All respondents agreed that this section is well written and still relevant today.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is well written.
1. Electrical and electronic systems operating in flammable areas, safe maintenance and repair procedures
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 22 |
|---|---|
| No | 0 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to average | 5 |
|---|---|
| High | 18 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
All respondents agreed that this section is well written and still relevant today.
A suggestion was made for the addition of training on maintenance in complex electrical hazardous areas.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is well written.
1. Prevention of pollution of the marine environment, knowledge and precautions to take, anti-pollution procedures and importance of proactive measures
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 22 |
|---|---|
| No | 1 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to Average | 4 |
|---|---|
| High | 17 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
The majority of respondents agreed that this section is well written and still relevant today.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is well written and can remain as is.
1. Fire prevention and fire-fighting appliances
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 23 |
|---|---|
| No | 0 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to average | 3 |
|---|---|
| High | 19 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
All respondents agreed that this section is well written and still relevant today.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is well written and can remain as is.
1. Life saving
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 23 |
|---|---|
| No | 0 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to average | 3 |
|---|---|
| High | 19 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
All respondents agreed that this section is well written and still relevant today.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is well written and can remain as is.
1. Medical first aid
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 23 |
|---|---|
| No | 0 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to average | 3 |
|---|---|
| High | 19 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
All respondents agreed that this section is well written and still relevant today.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is well written and can remain as is.
1. Working knowledge of Shipboard personnel management
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 23 |
|---|---|
| No | 0 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to average | 3 |
|---|---|
| High | 19 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
All respondents agreed that this section is well written and still relevant today.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is well written and can remain as is.
1. Knowledge of personal survival techniques, fire prevention and ability to fight and extinguish fires, elementary first aid, personal safety and social responsibility
1.1 Is competency requirement still relevant today?
| Yes | 23 |
|---|---|
| No | 0 |
1.2 Importance of competency today?
Grading: 1 to 5 (1 being low, 5 being high)
| Low to average | 1 |
|---|---|
| High | 22 |
1.3 Summary of respondents’ recommendations
All respondents agreed that this section is well written and still relevant today.
1.4 Advisor’s recommendation
This section is well written and can remain as is.
For raw comments answering this question please see the comments from the standards of training, certification and watchkeeping survey review.
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