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DNVGL-ST-0009:2014-08

Competence of ships' superintendents

DNV GL AS 2014-08

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FOREWORDThe standards lay down technical requirements and acceptance criteria to the object in question, e.g.vessels, offshore units and installations.

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GeneralThis DNV GL document supersedes and replaces the previous legacy DNV Standard for Certification No.

3.301, March 2006.

Text affected by the main changes in this edition is highlighted in red colour. However, if the changes

On 12 September 2013, DNV and GL merged to form DNV GL Group. On 25 November 2013 Det Norske

Veritas AS became the 100% shareholder of Germanischer Lloyd SE, the parent company of the GL Group,

and on 27 November 2013 Det Norske Veritas AS, company registration number 945 748 931, changed its

name to DNV GL AS. For further information, see www.dnvgl.com. Any reference in this document to Det

Norske Veritas AS, Det Norske Veritas, DNV, GL, Germanischer Lloyd SE, GL Group or any other

legal entity name or trading name presently owned by the DNV GL Group shall therefore also be considered

a reference to DNV GL AS.

involve a whole chapter, section or sub-section, normally only the title will be in red colour.

Main changes

GeneralThis standard has been extensively rewritten and updated to comply with the DNV GL merger and has been

updated with cross references to comply with the new numbering system. Noteworthy changes are:

The document code has been changed.

The introduction has been rewritten.

The category technical newbuilding superintendent has been removed.

The following parts in the previous version related to the terminated service of personnel certification

within DNV GL (Maritime) have been removed:

[2.4] Weighting of tests

[2.5] Types of questions

Table 2-1: Test matrix

Sec.6 and Sec.7

Appendix A.

Subsequent items have been renumbered.

Competence requirements tables have been restructured and references to test matrix have been

removed.

Combined competence statements have been separated, resulting in renumbering.

Sec.3 Competence requirements - general

In Table 3-1, previous columns 3, 4 and 5 have been removed due to the terminated service of

personnel certification. Four (4) maritime labour convention competencies have been added (items

3.2.5 to 3.2.8).

In addition to the above stated main changes, editorial corrections may have been made.

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Sec.1 Introduction.................................................................................................. 5

1.1 Title........................................................................................................5

1.2 Target group ..........................................................................................5

1.3 Professional profile ................................................................................5

1.4 Levels and categories of competence .....................................................5

Sec.2 Taxonomy ..................................................................................................... 6

2.1 General...................................................................................................6

2.2 Levels of cognition .................................................................................6

2.3 Professional behaviour verbs .................................................................6

Sec.3 Competence requirements - general ............................................................. 7

Sec.4 Competence requirements - marine ............................................................ 10

Sec.5 Competence requirements technical ........................................................ 12

Sec.6 Possible uses of the standard..................................................................... 13


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SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION

1.1 TitleThe title of this DNV GL standard of competence is DNVGL-ST-0009 Competence of ships

superintendents.

1.2 Target groupThis standard is intended for individuals who shall be able to bear the responsibility of being the person

ashore, responsible for providing support to the ship, and to facilitate safe and efficient operation of the

ship.

1.3 Professional profile

A superintendent shall have knowledge and understanding that human resource management is a vital

part of ship operations.

A superintendent shall be able to provide support and supervision to the ships management, for

operating and maintaining the ship to the relevant international, national, classification society and

company requirements.

A superintendent shall be able to supervise and direct shipyards, technicians and others for maintaining

the ship to the required standards.

A superintendent shall understand and be able to evaluate the condition of the ship, by carrying out

periodic inspections and by obtaining necessary reports from the ships and others.

A superintendent shall understand ship operating costs and control costs based on the business goals

of the organisation, while maintaining the ship in compliance with all mandatory regulations and local

regulations.

1.4 Levels and categories of competenceDNVGL-ST-0009 covers the categories and levels given in Table 1-1. There are different ways of setting up

a ship operation organisation. The way the activity is organised is entirely up to the Company.

Table 1-1 Categories of ships' superintendents and applicable competence tables

Competence

requirements for

superintendent

Competence

requirements for

marine

superintendent

Competence

requirements for

technical

superintendent

Superintendent (general): The person ashore,

responsible for providing organisational and

operational support to the ship, and to facilitate safe

and efficient running of the ship.

Marine superintendent: The person ashore,

responsible for providing nautical and operational

support to the ship, and to facilitate safe and efficient

running of the ship.

Technical superintendent: The person ashore,

responsible for providing technical and operational

support to the ship, and to facilitate safe and efficient

running of the ship.


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SECTION 2 TAXONOMY

2.1 GeneralTaxonomy of the required professional behaviour specifies the level on which the person should be able to

operate. It is a hierarchical arrangement, in four (4) levels, of what a person has to master from simple to

complex requirements, based on instructional design principles.

For every next level, it is a prerequisite that the preceding level is mastered. The required professional

behaviour is expressed by means of a verb.

2.2 Levels of cognitionEach competence requirement can be classed by the level of cognition required to meet the competence

requirement.

2.3 Professional behaviour verbsThe lists of verbs in the table below are not exhaustive and should be used as guidance only.

Table 2-1 Levels of cognition

Level 1: Knowledge (K)To remember or to reproduce on basis of appropriate, previously learned

information.

Level 2: Understanding (U)To give meaning to new situations and or new material by recollection and using

necessary present information. To give evidence of insight in certain activities.

Level 3: Application (A)To use previously acquired information in new and concrete situations to solve

problems that have single or best answers.

Level 4: Integration (I)

To separate information into their component parts, to examine such information

to develop divergent conclusions by identifying motives or causes, making

inferences, and or finding evidence to support generalizations. To creatively apply

prior knowledge and skills to produce a new or original whole. To judge the value

of material based on personal values or opinions, resulting in an end product, with

a given purpose, without real right or wrong answers.

Table 2-2 Professional behaviour verbs

Level of cognition Relevant action verbs

Knowledge (K)

Choose, cite, describe, distinguish, find, give example, group, identify, indicate,

know, label, list, listen, locate, match, memorise, name, outline, quote, read,

recall, recognise, record, recite, relate, repeat, reproduce, retrieve, review, select,

show, sort, state, underline, write

Understanding (U)

Account for, annotate, associate, classify, compare, define, describe, discuss,

estimate, exemplify, explain, give examples of, give main idea, identify, infer,

interpret, observe, outline, paraphrase, recognise, reorganise, report, restate,

retell, research, review, summarise, translate

Application (A)

Adapt, apply, arrange, calculate, carry out, change, collect, compute, conclude,

construct, demonstrate, dramatise, draw, exhibit, execute, extract, illustrate,

implement, include, instruct, interpret, interview, make, manipulate, obtain,

operate, paint, practice, prepare, sequence, show, sketch, solve, translate, use

Integration (I)

Analyse, appraise, argue, arrange, assess, attribute, calculate, categorise, check,

choose, combine, compare, contrast, criticise, critique, debate, decide,

deconstruct, deduce, defend, design, detect, determine, develop, diagram,

differentiate, discriminate, dissect, distinguish, evaluate, examine, experiment,

find, formulate, group, hypothesise, infer, investigate, integrate, interpret,

inspect, inquire, judge, justify, measure, monitor, order, organise, outline, plan,

predict, prioritise, probe, question, rank, rate, recommend, reject, relate,

research, revise, score, separate, select, sequence, sift, structure, survey, tell

why, test, validate, value


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SECTION 3 COMPETENCE REQUIREMENTS - GENERAL

Table 3-1 Competence requirements

Column 1 shows the ID for the competence

Column 2 is the defined activity for the competence to be preceded by The Superintendent shall be able to

Column 3 defines the required level of cognition

(K = Knowledge, U = Understanding, A = Application, I = Integration)

3.1 ROLE OF THE SUPERINTENDENT

3.1.1 Explain the role and responsibilities in relation to his principals U

3.1.2 Discuss the significance of co-ordination with the following external organisations: shipyards,

suppliers, flag states and manning agents

U

3.1.3 Discuss the methods and significance of co-ordination of ships in operation U

3.1.4 Discuss the master's overriding authority in situations where the safety of people, environment or

ship is threatened

U

3.2 IMO, ILO, INTERNATIONAL CONVENTIONS AND CODES

3.2.1 Describe the role of IMO and the role of the flag states in processes of developing regulations K

3.2.2 State the difference between international conventions and national legislation of the flag state K

3.2.3 Describe ILO's areas of influence on the maritime industry K

3.2.4 Explain the contents of the following conventions and codes: SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW,

COLREG, Load Line, ISM Code and ISPS Code

U

3.2.5 Describe the elements / focus areas of the Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) for those working

on board

U

3.2.6 Verify the level of compliance of the MLC on board the vessels under your supervision A

3.2.7 Describe the purpose of the Declaration of Maritime Labour Compliance (DMLC) in relation to the

certification process

U

3.2.8 Explain the tripartite setting of ILO and the effect this has on decisions related to possible

exemptions to the Convention

U

3.3 CLASSIFICATION SOCIETY RULES AND ROLE OF CLASS

3.3.1 State the scope of classification rules and meaning of different notations, especially notations that

specify limitations on a ship's performance

K

3.3.2 Describe the role of a classification society acting on behalf of the flag state K

3.3.3 Describe the role of International Association of Classification Societies (IACS) K

3.3.4 List the requirements related to ship's documents and certificates when a ship changes its

classification society

K

3.4 INDUSTRY ORGANISATIONS

3.4.1 State the main role of the following organisations and associations: ITF, INTERTANKO, ICS, ISF,

SIGTTO, OCIMF, INTERCARGO and BIMCO

K

3.4.2 State the types of information available from the industry associations related to ship's operations K

3.5 REGISTRATION OF SHIPS

3.5.1 State the steps in the process of registration of a ship with the flag state and identify the

information required to be collected for this process

K

3.5.2 List the requirements related to ship's documents and certificates when the ship changes flag K

3.6 BUDGETS AND COST CONTROL

3.6.1 Explain the items required to prepare a budget for the operation and maintenance of a vessel in

full compliance with statutory requirements

U

3.6.2 Explain the items required to prepare a budget for the operation and maintenance of a vessel in

full compliance with Company guidelines

U

3.6.3 Establish methods for monitoring, analyzing and controlling costs on a regular basis A

3.7 PURCHASING

3.7.1 List sources for purchasing of ship's equipment, methods for monitoring and control of costs in

co-operation with others

K

3.7.2 Explain methods for delivery control U

3.7.3 Determine the purchasing needs for ships' spare parts A

3.8 QUALITY ASSURANCE

3.8.1 Explain the principles of a quality assurance systems and their practical application in routine tasks U


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3.8.2 Explain the significance of reporting of non-conformities for quality improvement U

3.8.3 Explain the Company's requirements in terms of quality assurance U

3.9 SAFETY, SECURITY, HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT

3.9.1 Describe methods used for investigating accidents to identify the basic (root) causes K

3.9.2 Describe the "Loss causation model" K

3.9.3 State basic safety and accident prevention guidelines with reference to ILO's "Accident prevention

code" and OCIMF's "Shipyard safety guidelines"

K

3.9.4 Describe environment management systems with reference to ISO 14000 series standards K

3.9.5 List key environmental issues facing the industry K

3.9.6 Explain fundamental concepts of safety management, including basic methods of accident

prevention

U

3.9.7 Discuss the scope of the International Safety Management (ISM) Code U

3.9.8 Discuss the scope of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code U

3.9.9 Explain methods of risk assessment and their practical application on board, especially for new

operations or procedures

U

3.9.10 Apply methods to follow up and rectify any non-conformity found during internal or external audits

of the ships

A

3.10 PROJECT MANAGEMENT

3.10.1 List key project management tools K

3.10.2 Demonstrate management skills in cooperation with ship staff, ships management and principles A

3.10.3 Negotiate with suppliers, including shipyards, on scope of work and price for delivery of

maintenance and repairs

I

3.11 REPORTING AND RECORD KEEPING

3.11.1 Prepare precise reports, written for different purposes covering technical condition reports,

financial explanations of budgets, specification of repairs, reports on ship performance and

proposals for

future upgrades

A

3.11.2 Administer systematic records of all matters relating to the ship A

3.12 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

3.12.1 List IT systems for project management applications K

3.12.2 List IT systems that may be used on board ships or in the office K

3.12.3 Identify web-based sources of information K

3.12.4 Explain how IT can be used to improve the operation and control of the ship's performance U

3.12.5 Apply the IT systems used for communication, maintenance management and purchase A

3.13 MONITORING OF SHIP'S PERFORMANCE

3.13.1 Identify the various parameters that affect the ship's performance in compliance with obligations

under the charter party, or Company guidelines

K

3.13.2 Describe methods used to monitor and measure the ship's performance U

3.13.3 Explain cost implications associated with incorrect performance of the ship U

3.14 DRY DOCKING AND REPAIRS

3.14.1 State IACS recommended guidelines for repairs of ships of different types K

3.14.2 Apply a systematic method to monitor the execution of the repairs and the safety procedures in

the yard

A

3.14.3 Demonstrate methods to monitor the cost of repairs on ships in operation A

3.14.4 Demonstrate planning and coordination related to the ship's arrival at the shipyard I

3.14.5 Demonstrate planning in the acquisition of spares required for repairs I

3.14.6 Plan the process of preparation of specifications for repairs, invite quotations from dry docks and

shipyards, evaluate and compare quotations and negotiate contracts with the dry dock or shipyard

I

3.14.7 Develop criteria for evaluation of dry docks or shipyards I

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3.15 PORT STATE CONTROL

3.15.1 Describe the inspections carried out by port state control inspectors K

3.15.2 Identify the deficiencies that may lead to detentions under port state control inspections U

3.15.3 Explain the commercial implications of port state control records of the ship being publicly available U

3.15.4 Communicate and cooperate with port state control inspectors by appropriate reporting of

deficiencies prior to ships arrival in port, in order to avoid detentions

A

3.16 PURCHASE, SALE, TAKEOVER AND DELIVERY

3.16.1 State procedures for handing over and taking over of a vessel from another ship manager, based

on the Memorandum of Agreement for the sale and purchase of a vessel

K

3.16.2 Describe essential inspections that have to be carried out prior to allowing a ship to sail, after taking

over from another manager

U

3.17 RECYCLING

3.17.1 State the guidelines available concerning the recycling of ships and the environmental concerns

associated with recycling

K

3.18 INSPECTIONS

3.18.1 Perform periodic inspections of ships covering equipment, structures and procedures applying a

systematic method

A

3.18.2 Follow up corrective actions taken to rectify and prevent recurrence of technical defects and

non-conformities that are identified during inspections

A

3.18.3 Establish record keeping related to inspections of equipment, structures and procedures and

logbooks that are checked during the inspections

A

3.19 CERTIFICATION AND SURVEYS

3.19.1 Describe the key elements related certificates required for a ship for trading "Trading certificates" U

3.19.2 Explain the requirements of surveys required for each certificate U

3.19.3 Determine the surveys required to be carried out to maintain the ship in class U

3.19.4 Explain the need for monitoring the status of the class surveys U

3.20 CORROSION PROTECTION AND PAINTING SYSTEMS

3.20.1 List the causes and effects of the different types of hull fouling K

3.20.2 Explain faults related to substandard painting U

3.20.3 Explain the process of corrosion and the various methods to prevent corrosion U

3.20.4 Describe hull paints and corrosion protection systems on ships according to their recommended use U

3.20.5 Explain the properties of different types of paints and their uses U

3.20.6 Explain the surface preparation methods U

3.20.7 Explain the correct methods of paint application and conditions on different parts of the ship i.e.

coatings in tanks and control of humidity

U

3.20.8 Explain hull resistance and its effect on the ship's performance U

3.20.9 Develop a paint specification for a ship in co-operation with paint manufacturers and follow up the

application of the paint

I

3.21 EMERGENCY RESPONSE

3.21.1 Describe the essential features of the "Company and Ship Emergency Response Plan" K

3.21.2 State appropriate methods of media management K

3.21.3 Demonstrate the immediate actions to be taken in managing the media in case of a serious incident A

3.21.4 Compile and evaluate sources of information in emergency situations in port, in coastal waters and

in the open sea of the following categories: shipyards, oil spill response authority, search and

rescue, naval assistance, administration, classification society, suppliers, tugs, barges and lifting

pontoons

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SECTION 4 COMPETENCE REQUIREMENTS - MARINE






4.1 CARGO CARRIAGE

4.1.1 State how to plan for safe loading, stowage, securing and care during the voyage and

unloading of cargoes

K

4.1.2 Describe the precautionary measures to be taken in carriage of dangerous goods at sea K

4.1.3 Analyse reported defects and damages to cargo spaces, hatch covers and ballast tanks and

take appropriate action

I

4.2 PERSONNEL

4.2.1 Outline collective bargaining agreements with unions in terms of costs and responsibilities

under the agreements

K

4.2.2 Explain the requirements of the STCW Convention U

4.2.3 Explain flag state requirements for manning U

4.2.4 Explain Company responsibilities under the STCW Convention U

4.2.5 Explain the connection between commercial commitment of a ship, required competence and

training needs

U

4.2.6 Explain human factors i.e. leadership, inter-personal relationships, delegation, teamwork and

communications with staff and cultural differences

U

4.2.7 Explain inter-company, inter-office, and inter-departmental relationships U

4.2.8 Explain the principles behind efficient manning and training of ships' crew U

4.2.9 Explain competence requirements with reference to safety management, environmental

management and emergency preparedness

U

4.2.10 Determine methods for motivating the ship's staff A

4.2.11 Justify the importance of crew selection and performance evaluation I

4.2.12 Justify the importance of training, re-training and career planning I

4.2.13 Justify the importance of onboard training I

4.3 MARINE INSURANCE AND LAW

4.3.1 Explain the term 'Seaworthiness' and the relationship between maintenance of the vessel and

seaworthiness

U

4.3.2 Explain the responsibilities of the Company to comply with the insurance terms related to the

maintenance of the vessel

U

4.3.3 Administer the issues related to the Hull and Machinery insurance A

4.3.4 Administer the issues related to the Protection and Indemnity insurance A

4.3.5 Determine and analyse information required to be collected for claims and accident reporting A

4.3.6 Demonstrate the responsibility of the superintendent from legal aspects as a line manager

supervising the ship

A

4.4 CHARTERING

4.4.1 Explain the Company's responsibilities under Voyage Charter, Time Charter and Bareboat

Charter

U

4.4.2 Explain the functional purpose of a Bill of Lading and Mate's receipts U

4.4.3 Discuss the main clauses of charter parties, including clauses related to speed and

performance of the ship and costs related to delays and breakdowns

U

4.4.4 Explain the features of charterer's inspections with references to SIRE for oil tankers or CDI

for chemical tankers or vetting inspections

U

4.4.5 Explain the significance of communication with port agents U

4.4.6 Perform On Hire or Off Hire and Bunker Surveys A

4.5 CONTROL OF OPERATIONS

4.5.1 Explain the organisation and management of the crew U

4.5.2 Explain the methods of maintenance of safety and security of the vessel in terms of crew,

passengers and the operational condition of life-saving, fire-fighting and other safety systems

U


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4.5.3 Administer the control of the operation of the ship, care for persons on board at the

management level and judge the control of trim, stability and stress

I

4.5.4 Administer the control of compliance with legislative requirements and measures to ensure

safety of life at sea and protection of the marine environment

I

4.5.5 Develop emergency and damage control plans and handle emergency situations I

4.6 NAUTICAL EQUIPMENT

4.6.1 List type approval and safe working load certificates for nautical equipment K

4.6.2 Discuss fitting, commissioning and testing of new nautical equipment, especially major

equipment i.e. fitting a new radar, new communication and navigation equipment, new safety

equipment and new life-saving appliances

U

4.6.3 Explain the maintenance requirements of all nautical equipment on board the ship U

4.6.4 Explain the types of certification required for the nautical equipment, especially major

equipment i.e. radar, communication and navigation equipment, safety equipment and life-

saving appliances

U







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5.1 CONTROL SYSTEMS

5.1.1 Explain the functional purpose of control systems and automation on board ships U

5.1.2 Explain the emergency procedures in case of failure of control systems on board U

5.2 MATERIALS

5.2.1 List the different types of steel and their uses K

5.2.2 Explain the use and limitations of various materials used on board a ship (e.g. steel, aluminium,

rubber, copper, asbestos, cast iron, epoxy resin, GRP)

U

5.2.3 Explain the statutory and classification society requirements for the materials used on board ships U

5.2.4 Prepare a ship repair specification I

5.3 HULL

5.3.1 Explain how the structural strength of a ship is achieved U

5.3.2 Explain ship construction terminology and methods U

5.3.3 Explain the effects of improper cargo loading on the ship's structure U

5.3.4 Categorise what to look for during structural inspections I

5.4 MACHINERY

5.4.1 Describe start up and shut down procedures of main propulsion and auxiliary machinery systems K

5.4.2 Describe the management of fuel and ballast operations K

5.4.3 Describe the use of internal communication systems K

5.4.4 Describe the basic operational procedures of electrical and electronic control equipment K

5.4.5 Describe the essential tests, detection of faults, maintenance and restoration of electrical and

electronic control equipment to operating condition

K

5.4.6 Describe the various competences required under "Marine engineering" and "Control of operations"

at the management level

U

5.4.7 Explain the working principles of modern main propulsion engines U

5.4.8 Describe the maintenance procedures of the safety of engine equipment, systems and services U

5.4.9 Identify spare parts or stores that are critical to the safe and efficient performance of ships U

5.4.10 Explain the principles of planned maintenance systems U

5.4.11 Classify machinery - main components U

5.4.12 Classify systems for machinery - main components U

5.4.13 Monitor and evaluate engine performance and capacity I

5.4.14 Adopt the methods to ensure availability of critical items I

5.5 TECHNICAL EQUIPMENT

5.5.1 List type approval and safe working load certificates for technical equipment K

5.5.2 Discuss fitting, commissioning and testing of technical equipment U

5.5.3 Explain the maintenance requirements of all technical equipment on board the ship U

5.5.4 Explain the types of certification required for technical equipment U

5.6 MAINTENANCE

5.6.1 Implement safe working practices A

5.6.2 Administer safe maintenance and repair procedures on board ships I

5.6.3 Diagnose the cause of machinery malfunctions and take appropriate preventive and corrective

action

I


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SECTION 6 POSSIBLE USES OF THE STANDARD

The standard was developed to establish a foundation and common ground for both the development of

competence of individuals as well as for training programs.

The standard can be used by:

organisations to define their expectations towards training providers (e.g. IMO, branch organisations

and companies)

training developers and providers as the backbone of a learning programme

companies to verify the competence (or need for competence development) of their people and define

their training needs

verifiers as a reference document for independent evaluation of training programs.

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Competence of ships' superintendentsChanges currentSection 1 Introduction1.1 Title1.2 Target group1.3 Professional profile1.4 Levels and categories of competence

Section 2 Taxonomy2.1 General2.2 Levels of cognition2.3 Professional behaviour verbs

Section 3 Competence requirements - generalSection 4 Competence requirements - marineSection 5 Competence requirements technicalSection 6 Possible uses of the standard

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