10. University of Otago Training Framework

The following training framework is designed to meet MSA Approval for issue of Part 35 Certificate Maritime Rules.

1 (a) University Certificates of Competency will be issued to suitably qualified staff/students to enable them to use small (<6m) power driven vessels for the purposes of carrying out their own (or their academic associates) University teaching or research. Holders will, in addition to being competent in normal boat handling skills, be expected to be familiar with and demonstrate the additional skills necessary to carry out the research techniques related to observation, measurement, sampling and diving within the University Codes of Practice. Boat operation will be necessary in a variety of coastal and inland areas as specified on Safe Ship Management certificates for each vessel. Certificates will be endorsed for operation within one or more of these areas and any restrictions that are placed on the certificate.

(b) Holders of Certificates of Competency will receive training in the recognition and avoidance of risks associated with the use of unsuitable or improperly equipped vessels, operation in conditions beyond the vessel's capability or their own skill level, operation in conditions exceeding users physiological limitations and also the techniques used to deal with emergencies including fire, collision, stranding, engine breakdown and physical injury to boat users (see appendix 1).

(c) Minimum theoretical nautical knowledge for Certificate of Competency holders will be to NZCGF Day Skipper's standard (see appendix 2) and will include all sections of the syllabus for this qualification. In addition, Certificate holders will be required to undergo a practical test, as specified in Section 3 of the University's Code of Practice for small boat operation, conducted by a University of Otago Departmental Boat Operator.

(d) Training in nautical knowledge will be by NZCGF approved tutors. Practical assessments are to be carried out by a University of Otago Departmental Boat Operator.

(e)

• Training in theoretical nautical knowledge will be classroom based, and the practical assessment on the vessel to be used by the trainee.
• Length of courses:
  Day Skippers ­ 12 hours
  Boat Masters ­ 30 hours
  L.L.O. ­ 6 days plus First Aid and Radio Operators Certificates
  L.M. ­ Block Course, 3 week block, 1 week RADAR plus First Aid Certificate
• Applicants will be practically assessed by a University of Otago Departmental Boat Operator, preferably in the vessel they wish to operate. The practical test requirements are identified in 3.0 of the Code of Practice.

(f) Training schedule as for Day Skipper's syllabus, plus practical assessment by a University of Otago Departmental Boat Operator.

Day Skippers Certificate Course Outline:

The Boat

• Module A Parts of a Boat
• Module B Boating Equipment
• Module C Boat Handling

Navigation

• Module A The Chart
• Module B The Compass
• Module C Tides and Weather
• Module D Buoys and Beacons

Rules and Regulations

• Module A Rule of the Road at Sea
• Module B Light and Fog Signals
• Module C Water Recreation Regulations

Emergencies

• Module A Distress Signals
• Module B Emergency Situations
• Module C Hypothermia

Knots

• Module A Knots, Bends and Hitches

(g) At least 50 hours recreation boat time is required by statutory declaration, plus a minimum of 6 hours supervised in the proposed operating area until a competent standard is achieved.

(h) Eyesight test to L.L.O. standard for those wishing to operate during hours of darkness.

(j) Certificate holders be required to maintain a Personal Log in addition to the Boat Log, detailing sea time, nature of work and area of operation.

(k) Theoretical training providers will be those that meet Coast Guard or Maritime Safety Authority training standards.

(l) All candidates will be required to produce a testimonial stating that they are fit and proper persons as required by section 41 of the Act.