Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Plan passage | 1.1 | Appropriate charts and publications are accessed and checked for currency |
1.2 | Destination is identified, and course and waypoints are plotted |
1.3 | Estimated time of arrival (ETA) at waypoints and final destination are calculated |
1.4 | Safe passage is plotted to comply with all navigational buoys, marks and beacons |
1.5 | Navigational hazards are identified to avoid dangers to vessel |
1.6 | Weather information is accessed to determine expected weather pattern for intended passage |
1.7 | Proposed course is modified as necessary, to meet expected weather conditions |
1.8 | Fuel consumption for passage, including a reserve, is calculated |
2 | Conduct a pre-departure check | 2.1 | Propulsion equipment and alarms are tested for serviceability and vessel hull is checked for seaworthiness |
2.2 | Navigation equipment and alarms are checked to ensure they are in proper working condition and set for the passage |
2.3 | Navigation equipment is checked for errors and allowances are made in planning the passage |
2.4 | Fuel is checked to ensure there is adequate fuel on board for intended passage |
2.5 | Safety equipment is checked for compliance with legislation |
2.6 | Communications equipment is checked to ensure it is in proper working condition |
2.7 | Anchoring and mooring equipment is checked to ensure it is adequate and in good condition |
2.8 | Vessel and equipment are secured for sea |
3 | Conduct passage | 3.1 | Local authorities are advised of departure and passage plan |
3.2 | Vessel is steered and propulsion equipment is operated in a safe and controlled manner to complete pre-planned course |
3.3 | Pilotage techniques and navigational equipment are used to monitor vessel position and maintain vessel in safe waters at all times |
3.4 | Errors detected with navigational equipment are corrected to maintain planned passage |
3.5 | Navigational buoys, marks and beacons are identified and complied with |
3.6 | Situational awareness is maintained to avoid navigational hazards and to comply with regulations for prevention of collision at sea |
3.7 | Weather and sea conditions are monitored during passage and correct adjustments are made for changing conditions |
4 | Complete passage | 4.1 | Local authority is advised of completion of passage |
4.2 | Vessel is checked to ensure it is securely moored |
4.3 | Propulsion equipment is checked to ensure it is safely shut down and secured |
4.4 | Navigational equipment is switched off |