Ship Handling and Manoeuvring - Virtual

Purpose

In line with STCW Regulations II/1 and II/2, Section A-II/1, A-II/2, and A-VIII/2, as well as Section B-V/a concerning manoeuvring and handling a ship in various conditions and establishing good teamwork during Bridge Watchkeeping and based on the guidelines of IMO Model Course 1.22 as ammended.

• Review of Basic Principles: Reinforcement of fundamental ship handling concepts.
• Standard Manoeuvres: Execution and mastery of key ship manoeuvres in varying conditions.
• Human Element & Cultural Awareness: Understanding the impact of human factors, attitude, and cultural differences on ship operations.
• Authority, Assertiveness, and Leadership: Developing effective leadership skills, assertive decision-making, and management of authority on board.
• Decision Making & Automation Awareness: Enhancing decision-making processes and understanding the role of automation in modern ship handling.
• Passage Planning: Comprehensive planning for safe and efficient voyages.
• Environmental Factors & Heavy Weather: Managing the effects of wind, current, shallow water, and narrow channels on ship handling.
• Anchoring and Mooring: Practical skills for anchoring, single buoy mooring, and handling berthing/unberthing operations.
• Berthing/Unberthing: Efficiently utilizing tugs and handling pilot pick-up during port operations.Crisis Management & Contingency Planning: Preparing for emergencies with effective crisis management and contingency planning strategies.

Objectives

By the end of this course participants will:

• Gain hands-on experience in handling ships under various conditions and contribute more effectively to the bridge team during normal and emergency manoeuvres.
• Continuously monitor the vessel's progress and make necessary adjustments to maintain a safe passage.
• Become familiar with the use of engines and helm for precise ship manoeuvring.
• Understand the effects of wind, current, shallow water, banks, narrow channels, and loading conditions on ship behaviour.
• Recognize the importance of thorough planning for passages and manoeuvres, including the need for contingency plans.
• Enhance bridge teamwork and procedures during watchkeeping and ship handling in normal and emergency situations.
• Develop and execute appropriate contingency actions when required.
• Identify the development of an error chain and take action to interrupt it.
• Eliminate bias in team interactions and foster an environment of collaboration.
• Understand the value of clear communication and the importance of building a shared mental model for the planned passage

Assessment Practical SIM Observation and MCQs

Certification and Accreditation body On completion of this course, you will receive Maersk Training Certificate

Prerequisites Navigational Officer holding relevant certificate of competency.

Target Group Participants should be operational & Management level Deck/ Navigation Officers