Elements and Performance Criteria
- Calculate stability
- Vessel stability data book is accessed and checked for endorsement
- Data is interpreted to determine vessel safety parameters
- Stability is accurately calculated using data extracted from vessel stability data book
- Stability calculations are checked to ensure they correlate with data set out in vessel stability book
- Spurious or incorrect information is recognised and recalculated
- Trim, draughts and list are adjusted as required
- Stability calculations are conducted at a time, frequency and scope appropriate to voyage
- Manage weight distribution
- Stability calculations are used to plan weight distribution to ensure assigned load line conditions are not exceeded
- Weight distribution is controlled to maintain vessel within acceptable stability and stress limits for loading operation and at all stages of voyage
- Appropriate action is taken when weight distribution is compromising vessel safety
- Maintain records of stability management