How can I get watchkeeping certificate in India?
How can I get watchkeeping certificate in India?
Documents required for applying for watchkeeping
- Original Application Form.
- Copy of Data pages of a valid National Passport.
- Colour passport size Photograph (light or white Background)
- Medical Fitness Certificate issued by a physician recognized by the White List country as authorized to carry out seafarers examinations.
How many of months do you need to perform bridge watchkeeping duties?
six (6)
perform, during the required seagoing service, bridge watchkeeping duties under the supervision of the master or a qualified officer for a period of not less than six (6) months.
What are the minimum requirements for certification of officers in charge of a navigational watch on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more?
Mandatory training for certification of Officer in charge of a navigation watch on ships of 500 gross tonnage or more. The holder of a Certificate of competency has completed approved education and training that meets the standard of competence specified in Section A-II/1 of the STCW Code.
What is the significance of applying the principles of watchkeeping?
Principles applying to watchkeeping generally The master of every ship is bound to ensure that watchkeeping arrangements are adequate for maintaining a safe navigational or cargo watch.
What STCW certificates need to be updated every 5 years?
4.7 COP issued under Regulations V/1-1 and V/1-2 (Masters and Officers on tankers), VI/1, VI/2 and VI/3 of the STCW Convention shall be revalidated every five (5) years.
What kind of certificate the officer of the bridge watch should have?
Certificate of Competency
Officer in Charge of a Navigational Watch (OICNW) is a Certificate of Competency (CoC) and an STCW endorsement with tonnage limitations for the deck officer on a sea going merchant ship.
What is a STCW certificate?
STCW stands for Standards of Training, certification and Watchkeeping. The qualification now includes vessel security, effecting superyacht employees. The qualification is still referred to as the STCW95 despite the updates being made in 2010. An STCW certificate is valid for 5 years.
What is the difference between STCW Code and STCW Convention?
The essential difference between Code and Convention is that the former becomes Mandatory for Contracting Parties when it enters into force. Convention is an agreed set of rules on a particular matter.
What is the general principles in watch keeping and who is the over all incharge?
The officer in charge of the navigational watch is the master’s representative and is primarily responsible at all times for the safe navigation of the ship and for complying with the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea.
Why is it important to conduct proper routine checks during watchkeeping?
Safety related items e.g. fire alarms and fire extinguishing system to be checked for proper functioning. Additionally check for any bad smell, abnormal sound, and look for any abnormality, leakage, level etc. In fact a good watch keeping helps keep aware of any changes and decision can be made out accordingly.
What is a tar book?
TAR Book stands for Training and Record book. After completing your pre-sea training and obtaining the certificates, the tarbook will be needed when you join a company for onboard training. It is basically for keeping a track record of your sailing activities.
How do I get a Tarbook?
Buy Online: Click on /buy-online….Documents required for FGV TAR Book:
- Copy of GME/DME/B.E./B.
- Proof of Payment.
- Registration successful email (Print out of the email received on personal email id)
How long is STCW valid?
The qualification is still referred to as the STCW95 despite the updates being made in 2010. An STCW certificate is valid for 5 years. After 5 years an STCW refresher course needs to be undertaken.
What is the certificate of competency 4 or COC 4?
The certificate of competency (COC) is a form of licence every mariner is granted to work on ships. The certificate ensures that the concerned person has the sufficient knowledge and skills to sail on ocean going vessels.