Guidance regarding the training and certification of ratings forming part of
a watch in a manned engine-room or designated to perform duties in a
periodically unmanned engine-room
1 In addition to the requirements stated in section A-III/4 of this Code, Parties
are encouraged, for safety reasons, to include the following items
in the training of ratings forming part of an engineering watch:
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.1 a basic knowledge of routine pumping operations,
such as bilge, ballast and cargo pumping systems;
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.2 a basic knowledge of electrical installations
and the associated dangers;
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.3 a basic knowledge of maintenance and repair
of machinery and tools used in the engine-room; and
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.4 a basic knowledge of stowage and arrangements
for bringing stores on board.