1 The definitions and clarifications contained
in article II and regulation I/1 apply equally to the terms
used in parts A and B of this Code. In addition, the following supplementary
definitions apply only to this Code:
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Standard of competence means the
level of proficiency to be achieved for the proper performance of
functions on board ship in accordance with the internationally agreed
criteria as set forth herein and incorporating prescribed standards
or levels of knowledge, understanding and demonstrated skill;
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Management level means the level
of responsibility associated with:
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.2.1 serving as master, chief mate, chief engineer
officer or second engineer officer on board a seagoing ship, and
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.2.2 ensuring that all functions within the designated
area of responsibility are properly performed;
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Operational level means the level
of responsibility associated with:
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.3.1 serving as officer in charge of a navigational
or engineering watch or as designated duty engineer for periodically
unmanned machinery spaces or as radio operator on board a seagoing
ship, and
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.3.2 maintaining direct control over the performance
of all functions within the designated area of responsibility in accordance
with proper procedures and under the direction of an individual serving
in the management level for that area of responsibility;
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Support level means the level
of responsibility associated with performing assigned tasks, duties
or responsibilities on board a seagoing ship under the direction of
an individual serving in the operational or management level;
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Evaluation criteria are the entries
appearing in column 4 of the “Specification of Minimum Standard
of Competence” tables in part A and provide the means for an
assessor to judge whether or not a candidate can perform the related
tasks, duties and responsibilities; and
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Independent evaluation means an
evaluation by suitably qualified persons, independent of, or external
to, the unit or activity being evaluated, to verify that the administrative
and operational procedures at all levels are managed, organized, undertaken
and monitored internally in order to ensure their fitness for purpose
and achievement of stated objectives.