Elements and Performance Criteria
- Set up an ECDIS
- Use an ECDIS for passage planning and navigation
- ECDIS is used to assist in passage planning and the conduct of navigation
- Information on ECDIS is monitored to ensure safe navigation
- Information obtained from ECDIS is interpreted and analysed taking into account limitations of equipment, all connected sensors and prevailing circumstances and conditions
- Position of vessel is confirmed by alternative means
- Safety of navigation is maintained through adjustments made to vessel course and speed
- System and position alarms are responded to, to maintain safety of navigation
- Situational awareness is maintained while using ECDIS
- Maintain data
- Data produced by ECDIS that should be retained to conform with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements is identified
- Data is stored electronically or in hard copy as required by organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
- Security and access requirements for data are adhered to in accordance with organisational procedures