n Scope
This Basic
Training for Ships Operating in Polar Waters course covers the mandatory
competences and the required knowledge, understanding and proficiencies
prescribed in Section A-V/4, Table A-V/4-1 of the STCW Code.
This requires a total of thirty-two (32) instructional hours to cover the topics enumerated
in Part B – Course Outline.
n Training Outcomes
To meet the minimum standard of competence for all seafarers assigned to
shipboard duties as required in paragraph 1Section A-V/4 of the STCW Code, this
course is designed to enable them to successfully demonstrate the following competences
in Basic Training for Ships Operating in Polar Waters.
Specifically, at the end of
the course the trainees must be able to:
·
contribute to safe operation
of vessels in polar waters;
·
monitor and ensure compliance
with legislative requirements;
·
apply safe working practices
and to test respond to emergencies; and
·
ensure compliance with pollution-prevention
requirements and prevent environmental hazards.
n Entry Standards
Entry to the course is open to master, chief mate and
officers in charge of a navigational watch who are to serve on board ships
operating in polar waters. Seafarers other than master, chief mate and officers
in charge of a navigational watch operating in polar waters as required by the
company may be admitted to the course.