Matrose Drivers & Mobile Plant Operators

Gain theoretical and practical knowledge of safety equipment used in vessels, including devices such as lifeboats, life rings, splash doors and fire doors, sprinkler systems, etc. Operate equipment during emergency …

Have knowledge of passenger transport conventions and regulations.

Recommended Books

1 book

Transport Law on Passenger Rights

Marko Pavliha

2021

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Basic knowledge and understanding of different types of engines and their construction and performance.

Recommended Books

1 book

The Construction and Working of Internal Combustion Engines

Rodolphe Edgard Mathot

2022

Know what influence current, wind strength, and wind direction have on a vessel's navigation and manoeuvring abilities.

Prevent on board (electrical) hazards and effectively deal with them should they occur; ensure safe embarkation and disembarkation of the vessel.

Understand waterway rules, legal requirements, and relevant police regulations. Handle and maintain buoys, marking systems, and day and night signs.

Recommended Books

1 book

Inland Waterway Transport

Massimiliano Grimaldi

2023

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Distinguish different types of cargo e.g. bulk cargo, liquid bulk cargo and heavy materials.

Recommended Books

1 book

A Practical Guide to Shipping and Freight Forwarding

Sameer Varun

2019

Consider ecological aspects of the operation of ships in order to use vessels in an efficient and environmentally friendly manner. Understand environmental aspects when navigating inland waterways.

The national regulations governing the loading and unloading of cargo in ports within that country.

Recommended Books

1 book

Practical Guide on Transboundary Waste Movements

Joachim Wuttke

2022

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Name and recognise different types of anchors used in inland water transport (IWT); explain the characteristics of different anchors and their specific uses.

Understand the European CEMT classification of inland waterways; use modern information systems to compare the dimensions of the waterway to those of the vessel.

The body of conventions, guidelines and rules which dictate the activity of loading and unloading cargo in international ports.

Follow checklists and ensure compliance with all the items included in them.

Have the ability to follow spoken instructions received from colleagues. Strive to understand and clarify what is being requested.

Follow written directions in order to perform a task or carry out a step-by-step procedure.

Know how to use life-saving equipment in emergency situations. Provide assistance if leakages, collisions or fires should occur, and support the evacuation of passengers. Know crisis and crowd management, and …

Follow standard procedures to moor vessels. Manage communication between the ship and the shore.

Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation or first aid in order to provide help to a sick or injured person until they receive more complete medical treatment.

Read and comprehend content of stowage plans; basic knowledge of how to stow various types of cargo.

Move through water by means of the limbs.

Follow standard procedures to unmoor vessels. Manage communication between the ship and the shore.

Understand and apply various methods of firefighting and various types and classes of fire extinguishing equipment.

Understand and apply traffic rules in inland waterway navigation in order to ensure safety and avoid collisions.

Adapt weight of cargo to capacity of freight transport vehicles. Oversee the maximum load capacity of the vehicle in question and the weight of each individual crate in the shipment.

Display knowledge of relevant local, national, European and international regulations, standards, and codes concerning the operation of freight transport.

Assess the two kinds of stability of vessels, namely transversal and longitudinal.

Assess the trim stability of vessels, referring to the stability of a vessel while it is in a static condition.

Assist during anchoring operations; operate equipment and assist in anchor manoeuvres.

Assist passengers when they embark vessels, aircraft, trains and other modes of transport. Keep safety measures and procedures in mind.

Clean engine rooms and vessel components using appropriate cleaning materials; ensure compliance with environmental regulations.

Transmit information provided by passengers to superiors. Interpret passenger claims and follow up requests.

Ensure sure that water does not break the hull; prevent progressive flooding.

Organise and execute safety exercises; ensure safety in potentially dangerous situations.

Assist passengers when they leave the vessel, aircraft, train, or other mode of transport. Keep the safety measures and procedures in mind.

Follow safety procedures in the event of an alarm; act according to company instructions and procedures.

Launch and retrieve lifeboats following international maritime regulations.

Load and unload cargo onto ships. Oversee cargo loading and discharging operations.

Maintain splices and knots in ropes.

Maintain service record book, in which data related to the on-board time, activities, signatures of skippers, and other details are recorded.

Maintain the engines and engine room equipment of a vessel. Conduct pre-checks prior to departure and ongoing examinations during the voyage.

Operate and maintain technical equipment and devices according to technical instructions.

Navigate European waterways in accordance with navigation agreements.

Obtain information on various nautical technical and safety subjects.

Operate survival craft and their launching appliances and arrangements. Operate life-saving instruments like radio life-saving appliances, satellite EPIRBs, SARTs, immersion suits and thermal protective aids.

Operate on board marine communication systems; communicate with other ships or with on-shore control centre e.g. to send urgent messages concerning safety; transmit or receive alerts, etc.

Detect and remove rust using primers and sealants; paint vessel decks to fend off oxidation process.

Perform daily maintenance tasks on machinery in ships, such as pumps, piping systems and ballast systems.

Follow the First Mate's instructions in assisting with equipment maintenance such as painting or varnishing, splicing lines, and wash-down chores.

Prepare and start main engine and auxiliary engines; prepare machinery in engine room prior to departure; know and follow starting procedures according to checklist.

Secure cargo stowage with basic knowledge of stowing methods; ensure efficient and safe transport of goods.

Use rope to secure and untie the ship before departure or upon arrival.

Steer a ship using various propulsion and steering systems, while under supervision and complying with helm orders.

Operate and steer vessels such as cruise ships, ferries, tankers, and container ships.

Master various engineering constructions and functions of bridges and locks in the field of navigation. Conduct locking and entering procedures.

Recognise unsafe situations and perform follow-up actions according to the safety regulations. Immediately warn ship management. Use personal protective and rescue equipment.

Manipulate ballast system; empty and refill ballast tanks.

Use tools and equipment to perform safe stowage and ensure proper loading and securing of goods.

Use modern navigational aids such as GPS and radar systems.

Use Riverspeak to communicate in technical and nautical terms.

Operate various systems of waterway traffic control; cooperate with traffic control operators, lockkeepers and bridge keepers.

Thoroughly understand the principles of vessel stability; follow safety requirements during loading and unloading of cargo.

Recommended Books

2 books

Contemporary Ideas on Ship Stability

Kostas J. Spyrou, Vadim …

2023

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Reeds Vol 13: Ship Stability, Powering and Resistance

Jonathan Ridley, Chris P…

2021

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Know and understand characteristics of fuels and lubricants, and the fuel loading specifications of various types of vessels.

Understand inland waterway ship building and construction. Operate vessel in compliance with construction legislation.

Recommended Books

2 books

Design of Contemporary Inland Waterway Vessels

Dejan Radojčić, Aleksand…

2021

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Practical Boat Building For Amateurs

Adrian Neison

2022

Know the different engine components, and their operation and maintenance. Understand when repairs and replacement should be undertaken.

Detailed knowledge of the different physical components of the vessel. Provide maintenance and care to ensure optimal operations.

Understand principles of mechanical engineering, physics, and materials science.

Recognise and name various types of vessels common in European maritime transport; understand the different characteristics, construction details, and tonnage capacities of different vessels.

Inspect vessels, vessel components, and equipment; ensure compliance with standards and specifications.

Enforce environmental criteria to prevent environmental damage. Strive for the efficient use of resources in order to prevent waste and reduce costs. Motivate colleagues to take relevant steps to operate …

Demonstrate degrees of maturity by fully understanding one's own qualities and abilities which can serve as sources of confidence in different situations.

Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.

Stand watch as a lookout; execute rudder orders to ensure that a steady course is maintained at all times.

Operate and maintain the engine room of vessels. Operate the main engine room where the engine and propulsion machinery are located.

Prepare simple meals using healthy ingredients; work hygienically.

Protect on board electrical equipment; identify anomalies and malfunctions in the electro-technology of vessels.