2.1 The aim of familiarization training is to
explain the configuration, functions, limitations, controls, displays,
alerts and indications of the specifically installed INS.
2.2 It should allow an OOW, unfamiliar with the
ship's equipment but trained in the generic use of INS, to become
rapidly acquainted with the installed system.
2.3 Emphasis should be given on producing
effective familiarization training that can be completed in
the shortest possible time. This will help maximize the probability
that the process will be properly completed.
2.4 For a typical system it may be expected that
it will take no longer than 30 minutes for a qualified user to undertake
INS familiarization training. This time does not include the time
taken to become familiar with major interconnected functionality,
such as radar and ECDIS.
2.5 Familiarization can take a number of forms.
The following are illustrative examples but other effective methods
of training are acceptable:
- computer-based training on the ship. Such training may
also be appropriate to be used remotely (e.g., on a notebook
computer of a new user, prior to joining the ship)
- a training mode on the fitted INS
- a training video (on tape, disk or solid state memory), supported
by a self-training manual
- a stand-alone self-training manual.
2.6 The topics that need to be covered are listed
in section 3 below.
2.7 The functions of the INS should be broken
down into logical top-down descriptions.
2.8 The familiarization material does not
replace the User Instruction Manual. Appropriate references
can be made to it from within the material. This may be beneficial
when describing more detailed operations or to reference large diagrams.
2.9 For lesser used, non-critical functions it
is only necessary to reference the relevant section in the User
Instruction Manual, rather than them having to be included
in their entirety in the familiarization material. Ideally,
material is provided for such functions but with instructions to
enable the user to skip these sections, as appropriate, until a more
convenient opportunity.
2.10 Familiarization is best given within
the context of the ships normal bridge operating procedures.
These procedures are normally contained within the Ship Operating
Manual or equivalent document.