Elements and Performance Criteria
- Obtain weather information
- Relevant weather forecasts are obtained from a range of sources and correctly interpreted
- Weather conditions are observed and correctly interpreted according to established nautical and meteorological practice
- Basic measurements of meteorological conditions are correctly made and recorded using established procedures
- Relevant meteorological charts, publications and related documentation are obtained, used, updated, stored and maintained
- Apply weather data to safe navigation
- Weather condition hazards relevant to a proposed voyage are identified using relevant forecasts based on interpretation of meteorological observations, reports and measurements
- Voyage is modified as required to take into account weather and water condition hazards according to established navigational practice and operational instructions
- Maintain records of weather and oceanographic information
- Meteorological measurements, observations, reports and forecasts are recorded and stored according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
- Actions taken to maintain safety of navigation and to minimise risk to safety of vessel as a result of weather and oceanographic forecasts, are documented according to organisational procedures