3 Familiarization training framework

  3.1.1 This should start with a top-level functionality description including the identification of the types of automatic control that are provided (if any).

  3.1.2 A description should be given of the connected equipment that forms the INS, to a level that a normal user would require for operation (not maintenance). This description could be in the form of a block diagram.

  3.1.3 The general philosophy of operation should be explained, including a description of the human machine interfaces. If automatic modes of operation are provided a general description of these is also required.

  3.1.4 The physical location of all workstations and other displays and controls should be identified.

  3.1.5 A description of the CCRS and identification of the CCRS (s) should be given. If more than one point is defined, the intended use of all individual reference points should be given, together with an explanation of how a point is selected and indicated.

  3.1.6 For all navigation parameters the manual and/or automatic backup and fall-back sequences when sensors become inoperable should be explained.

  3.1.7 Instructions on setting basic display controls such as brightness, contrast, colour and day/night colour schemes should be given.

  3.2.1 The functions described should include all systems and subsystems that are part of the INS and any ship's functionality that can be controlled through the INS, such as the:

• navigation subsystems
• steering controls
• propulsion controls

  3.2.2 Depending on the type of INS fitted, the following specific information should be given:

• detailed operation of the automatic controls that are included, such as track controller functions
• the method(s) used to switch between operating modes and how to revert to manual operation
• the method of accessing the main/top-level display of all workstations and other INS equipment, including instructions to rapidly revert to such a display from whatever configuration has been set previously
• description of the displayed information on non-controllable displays, (if included within the installed configuration), e.g., a basic conning display
• the route planning and checking functions that are available
• the route monitoring functions that are available
• the operation of the Bridge navigational watch alarm facility, if fitted.

  3.2.3 Where appropriate, for each function, the following information should be included:

• function name
• function description
• description of menu structure and displayed information
• description of operator controls
• required manually input information, if any
• description of how to configure task stations and user-modifiable displays and other data to user preferences. The method to rapidly revert to “sensible” defaults must be given, even if it is considered that user configurations are not essential functions that need to be included as part of the familiarization material
• description of alerts and indicators, including mode indication. Procedural action on receiving alarms and warnings is covered in section 3.3
• the access of latency, integrity and accuracy data.

  3.3.1 The following information should be included:

• details of conditions in which any automatic mode should not be used or should be used with certain restrictions or cautions
• identification of major failure alarms and warnings
• procedures involving the INS to follow on encountering alarms and warnings, other major failures, incidents or accidents, including:

• (i) reversion to a mode with lesser automation or to manual operation

• (ii) emergency disabling of functions that are causing or worsening the emergency.