Standard of
competence
7 Every candidate for a certificate of proficiency
in fast rescue boats shall be required to demonstrate competence to undertake
the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of table A-VI/2-2.
8 The level of knowledge of the subjects listed in
column 2 of table A-VI/2-2 shall be sufficient to
enable the candidate to launch and take charge of a fast rescue boat in
emergency situationsfootnote.
9 Training and experience to achieve the necessary
level of theoretical knowledge, understanding and proficiency shall take
account of the guidance given in part B of this Code.
10 Every candidate for certification shall be
required to provide evidence of having achieved the required standard of
competence through:
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.1 demonstration of competence to undertake
the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of table A-VI/2-2, in accordance with
the methods for demonstrating competence and the criteria for evaluating
competence tabulated in columns 3 and 4 of that table; and
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.2 examination or continuous assessment as
part of an approved training programme covering the material set out in
column 2 of table A-VI/2-2.
11 Seafarers qualified in accordance with
paragraph 10 in fast rescue boats shall be required, every five years, to
provide evidence of having maintained the required standards of competence to
undertake the tasks, duties and responsibilities listed in column 1 of table A-VI/2-2.
12 Parties may accept onboard training and
experience for maintaining the required standard of competence of table A-VI/2-2, in the following areas: