BML – Large Pax Vessel endorsement | Jan 2007

BML – Large Passenger Vessel Endorsement

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Candidate must hold a `General Passenger Operations’ endorsement prior to applying for LPV endorsement

The following items cover Schedule 4 Part 1 sub-section 19 section 5 of BML Regulations – Large Passenger Vessel endorsement

Passenger and Crew Management

a) Demonstrates a knowledge of crew pre-voyage briefing and passenger safety announcements
b) Explains passenger management and control techniques including procedures in emergency situations
c) States the importance of clear identification of crew members
d) Describes the procedures for control of unruly passengers in large numbers
e) Describes how to deal with extreme weather conditions

Human element

a) Demonstrates a knowledge of the control of passengers and other personnel in emergency situations including;

  • General reaction pattern of passengers

  • Appreciation of panic resulting from separating families

b) Demonstrates a knowledge of stress and fear
c) Demonstrates a knowledge of the ability to lead and direct others in emergency situation

Emergency Response

a) Demonstrates a knowledge of awareness of life saving appliance and control plans including knowledge of

  • emergency instructions ;

  • emergency exits;

  • restriction on the use of elevators;

  • assist passengers to embarkation stations;

  • control of passengers in corridors and staircases and passageways;

  • maintaining escape routes clear of obstructions;

  • methods available for evacuation of disabled persons and persons needing special assistance;

  • search of accommodation spaces.

b) Describes the mustering procedures including

  • muster list and passenger assisting team;

  • the importance of keeping order;

  • the use of, where appropriate, passenger lists for evacuation counts;

  • that the passengers are suitably clothed and have donned their lifejackets correctly.

c) Demonstrates a knowledge of the contents of first aid box and other first aid equipment

Communication

a) Describes the elements for effective communication
b) Demonstrates a knowledge of

  • the use of public address system in an emergency

  • communication in a crisis situation

c) Describes how to give clear and reassuring orders

Vessel management

a) Demonstrates a knowledge of berthing and un-berthing of large passenger vessel including

  • Specific manoeuvring skills

  • Steering, anchor handling and engine controls on large vessels

b) Describes the procedures for man overboard and recovery with larger vessels
c) Demonstrates a knowledge of bunkering procedures, distribution of fuel in tanks, weight distribution and storage capacity including pollution control measures during bunkering
d) Demonstrates an outline knowledge of

  • engine capacity and type of engine

  • KW power/bhp, reduction gearboxes

  • power take-off uses

  • generators- type, KVA, power supply

  • familiarity with other machinery appliances

  • monitoring equipment

  • pumping system and pipelines

Regulations and Certificates

a) Demonstrates an effective knowledge of all routine and emergency procedures under the Domestic Safety Management Code
b) Explains the importance and legal meaning of principal documents, including the Passenger Ship Certificate
c) Explains the importance and requirements of carrying other statutory certificates
d) Explains the draught marks and their application