Able Seafarer

Job Summary:

All deck crew are regarded as someone who is fully conversant in all deck and/or engineering activities associated with marine operations.

They can successfully participate in the deck team during operations and will report directly to the Marine Officer / Deck Foreman when offshore.

The crew is also expected to take part in the competence assessment process.

They may optionally hold competences as Riggers, Welders, Crane Operators or Able Seafarers

Entry Level Specifications:

• Valid certificate of competence (vessel under 200GT) in accordance with STCW Reg. 11/4, 11/5
• Current and valid medical certificate
• Valid certificates of training in personal survival; fire-fighting and fire prevention; first aid; and personal safety & social responsibility i.a.w. STCW reg VI/I
• Valid certificates of training for survival craft and medical care i.a.w. STCW Reg. VI/I-I & 3
• Knowledge of English i.a.w. STCW section A-II/I
• Candidates must have completed units of competence 1–5 and at least one unit from 6 to 9 before submitting them as part of their portfolio for this grade

The following competencies will be assessed through performance criteria:

Competencies	Performance Criteria	Underpinning Knowledge Questions
1) Demonstrates the ability to use the knowledge of Offshore Safety Systems and Procedures
2) Demonstrates the ability to participate in emergency procedures as required on the vessel or installation where operations take place
3) Demonstrates the ability to perform in a team and co-operate in all operational activities in a safe and reliable manner
4) Demonstrates the principles to be observed in keeping a safe navigational watch
5) Vessel maintenance and lifting operations
6) Can assist with the control of the vessel during personnel transfer
7) Can assist with the control of the vessel during fuel transfer
8) Can assist with the control of the vessel during at least one of the following operations: towage/anchor handling/diving operations/DP operations/Crew Transfer/Refueling operations
9) Can assist with the control of the vessel during vessel-specific crane operations
Supporting Documentation:
Assessment Plan
Assessment Feedback Form
Assessor Sign off Form
Record of Witnesses Form
Witness Statement
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