NVIC 07-14 Task 2.1.A

Understand orders and be understood in matters relevant to watchkeeping duties.

RFPEW-A1.2 Terms used in machinery spaces and names of machinery and equipment

On a vessel at sea, on a simulator, or in a laboratory,

the candidate relieves the watch.

The candidate:

1. Reports for duty 15 minutes before the hour;

2. Determines from the off-going watch:

   a. Operational status of the plant;

   b. Unusual alarms or conditions occurring during the previous watch;

   c. Standing orders;

   d. Maintenance performed during the previous watch;

   e. On-going repairs affecting plant operations; and

   f. Outstanding safety conditions; and

3. Seeks clarification from the off-going watch or engineer if information was not clearly understood.