Elements and Performance Criteria
- Obtainweather and oceanographic information
- Coastal and ocean weather forecasts are obtained and correctly interpreted
- Ocean and weather conditions are observed and correctly interpreted in accordance with 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
- Applyweather and oceanographic data to safe navigation
- Weather and ocean condition hazards relevant to a proposed coastal voyage are identified using relevant forecasts based on interpretation of meteorological observations, reports and measurements
- The route for a voyage is modified as required to take into account weather and sea condition hazards in accordance with established navigational practice and operational instructions