Division Appendix 1 Content of the part of the examination on journey planning
United Kingdom
In each category, 10 elements shall be tested. The applicant can reach 10 points in each element as a maximum result.
For category I, applicants must reach a minimum of 7 out of 10 points in each tested element. For category II, applicants must reach a minimum total score of 60 points.
| No. | Competences | Examination elements | Category I-II |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1.1.1 | navigate on European inland waterways including locks and lifts according to navigation agreements with the agent; | I |
| 2 | 1.1.3 | consider economic and ecological aspects of the craft operation in order to use the craft efficiently and respect the environment; | II |
| 3 | 1.1.4 | take account of technical structures and profiles of the waterways, and take precautions; | I |
| 4 | 1.2.1 | ensure safe manning of craft in accordance with the applicable rules; | I |
| 5 | 1.3.3 | ensure safe access to the craft; | II |
| 6 | 2.1.1 | respect the principles of inland waterway shipbuilding and construction; | II |
| 7 | 2.1.2 | distinguish construction methods of craft and their behaviour in the water, especially in terms of stability and strength; | II |
| 8 | 2.1.3 | understand structural parts of craft and damage control and analysis; | II |
| 9 | 2.1.4 | take action to protect the craft’s watertight integrity; | I |
| 10 | 2.2.1 | understand functionalities of craft equipment; | II |
| 11 | 2.2.2 | respect specific requirements for transport of cargo and passengers; | I |
| 12 | 3.1.1 | understand relevant national, European and international regulations, codes and standards concerning the operation of transporting cargoes; | II |
| 13 | 3.1.2 | compose stowage plans including knowledge of loading cargoes and ballast systems in order to keep hull stress within acceptable limits; | I |
| 14 | 3.1.3. | control loading and unloading procedures with regard to safe transport; | I |
| 15 | 3.1.4 | differentiate various goods and their characteristics in order to monitor and ensure safe and secure loading of goods as laid down in the stowage plan; | II |
| 16 | 3.2.1 | respect the effect on trim and stability of cargoes and cargo operations; | I |
| 17 | 3.2.2 | check the effective tonnage of the craft, use stability and trim diagrams and stress calculating equipment, including ADB (Automatic Data-Base) to check a stowage plan; | I |
| 18 | 3.3.1 | understand relevant national, European and international regulations, codes and standards concerning the transportation of passengers; | II |
| 19 | 3.3.2 | arrange and monitor exercises on safety as laid down in the (safety) muster list in order to guarantee safe behaviour in potential situations of danger; | II |
| 20 | 3.3.3 | communicate with passengers in emergency situations; | I |
| 21 | 3.3.4 | define and monitor on board risk analysis of limited access for passengers as well as compile an effective on board protection system in order to prevent unauthorised access; | II |
| 22 | 3.3.5 | analyse reports given by passengers (i.e. unforeseen occurrences, defamation, vandalism) in order to react accordingly; | II |
| 23. | 4.4.1 | prevent potential damage to electric and electronic devices on board; | II |
| 24 | 4.5.3 | evaluate technical and internal documentation; | II |
| 25 | 5.1.1 | ensure safe behaviour of crew members with regard to the use of materials and additives; | II |
| 26 | 5.1.2 | define, monitor and ensure work orders so that crew members are able to perform maintenance and repair work independently; | II |
| 27 | 5.1.3 | purchase and control material and tools with regard to health and environmental protection; | II |
| 28 | 5.1.4 | ensure wires and ropes are being used according to the manufacturer’s specifications and intended purpose; | II |
| 29 | 6.3.2 | apply national, European and international social legislation; | II |
| 30 | 6.3.3 | follow strict alcohol and drug prohibition and react appropriately in cases of infringement, take responsibility and explain consequences of misbehaviour; | II |
| 31 | 6.3.4 | organise provisioning and preparation of meals on board; | II |
| 32 | 7.1.1 | apply national and international legislation and take appropriate measures for health protection and the prevention of accidents; | II |
| 33 | 7.1.2 | control and monitor validity of the craft’s certificate and other documents relevant to the craft and its operation; | I |
| 34 | 7.1.3 | comply with safety regulations during all working procedures by using relevant safety measures in order to avoid accidents; | I |
| 35 | 7.1.4 | control and monitor all safety measures necessary for cleaning enclosed spaces before persons open, enter and clean those facilities; | II |
| 36 | 7.2.5 | control life-saving appliances and the correct application of personal protection equipment; | II |
| 37 | 7.3.1 | initiate preparations for rescue plans of different types of emergencies; | II |
| 38 | 7.4.1 | take precautions to prevent environmental pollution and use relevant equipment; | II |
| 39 | 7.4.2 | apply environmental protection laws; | II |
| 40 | 7.4.3 | use equipment and materials in an economical and environmental-friendly way. | II |