A1.4 Theoretical training for survey and plan approval staff
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A1.4 Theoretical training for survey and plan approval staff

  A1.4.1 The objective of theoretical training is to ensure that familiarization with rules, technical standards or statutory regulations and any additional requirement specific to the type of survey or ships is sufficient for the areas of activity.

  A1.4.2 Theoretical training shall include:

  • .1 general modules for theoretical training; and

  • .2 special modules for theoretical training in the particular specialty.

  A1.4.3 General modules for theoretical training shall include general subjects with respect to:

  • .1 activity and functions of IMO and maritime Administrations;

  • .2 activity and functions of classification societies;

  • .3 classification of ships and mobile offshore drilling units;

  • .4 types of certificates and reports issued on completion of class and statutory surveys;

  • .5 quality management system;

  • .6 personal safety regulations; and

  • .7 legal and ethical issues.

  A1.4.4 The programmes of theoretical training for survey and plan approval staff shall be documented in a training plan and developed according to the areas of activity (types or categories of surveys, types of ships, subjects such as hull, machinery, electrical engineering, etc.).

  A1.4.5 In case of an existing gap in the formal educational background in some particular field of activity, theoretical training shall be extended.

  A1.4.6 In case survey or plan approval staff have obtained particular qualifications through their previous work experience prior to their joining the RO, the training plan may be reduced.

  A1.4.7 Additions or reductions in the individual training plans shall be documented.

  A1.4.8 In case of extension of areas of activity the training plan shall be developed and documented accordingly.

  A1.4.9 Theoretical training may be received through classroom teaching, special seminars, individual training, self-study or computer-assisted training.

Parent topic: Appendix 1 – Requirements for Training and Qualification of Recognized Organization's Technical Staff
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