ISCO Occupation Group 3152.2 Helmsman
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Helmsman: Helmsmen are members of the crew on the highest rank of the operational level on an inland vessel. They perform a variety of duties concerned with the operation and upkeep of deck department areas, the engine and other equipment, mooring and unmooring, as well as the steering of the ship as the main task.
Essential Skills
- Physical Parts Of The Vessel
- Use Meteorological Information
- Principles Of Cargo Stowage
- Distinguish Ship Construction Methods
- Unmoor Vessels
- Moor Vessels
- Control Proceedings On Board In The Event Of An Emergency
- Manage Vessel Control Systems
- Adjust Weight Of Cargo To Capacity Of Freight Transport Vehicles
- Stow Cargo
- Anchors Used In Inland Water Transport
- Adhere To Traffic Regulations On Inland Waterways
- Anchor Ships To The Port
- Help To Control Passenger Behaviour During Emergency Situations
- Maintain Ship Stability In Relation To Weight Of Passengers
- Follow Procedures In The Event Of An Alarm
- Use Equipment For Safe Stowage
- Vessel Stability Principles
- Assist Passenger Embarkation
- Supervise Loading Of Cargo
- Execute Safety Assurance Exercises
- Ensure Safe Loading Of Goods According To Stowage Plan
- Swim
- Use Radar Navigation
- Clean Parts Of Vessels
- Supervise Movement Of Crew
- European Classification Of Inland Waterways
- Use Modern Electronic Navigational Aids
- Restrict Passenger Access To Specific Areas On Board
- Assist Anchoring Operations
- Facilitate Safe Disembarkation Of Passengers
- Apply Regulations On Cargo Transport Operations
- Assess Trim Of Vessels
- Supervise Movement Of Passengers
- Operate Life-Saving Appliances
- Assess Stability Of Vessels
- Communicate Reports Provided By Passengers
- Passenger Transport Regulations
- International Regulations For Cargo Handling
- Distinguish Various Types Of Ships
- Understand Different Types Of Locks And Their Operation
- Multimodal Transport Logistics
- Evaluate Engine Performance
- Supervise Unloading Of Cargo
- Inland Waterway Ship Building
- International Waterways
- Navigate European Inland Waterways
- National Waterways
- National Regulations On Handling Cargo
- Functions Of Vessel Deck Equipment
- Ensure Integrity Of Hull
Optional Skills
- Electrical Systems Used In Transportation
- Environmental Aspects Of Inland Waterway Transportation
- Act Reliably
- Implement Workplace Drug Policies
- Show Confidence
- Use Maritime English
- Use Different Communication Channels
- Apply Conflict Management
- Work In A Water Transport Team
- Have Computer Literacy
- Perform Vessel Maintenance And Cleaning
- Recognise Abnormalities On Board
- Vessel Fuels
- Detect Malfunctions In Engines
- Provide Feedback On Job Performance
- Implement Environmental Protection Measures
- Show Intercultural Awareness
- Comply With Checklists
- Perform Risk Analysis
- Provide First Aid
- Encourage Teambuilding
Alternative Names
- Helmswoman
- Steersman
- Submarine Helmsman
- Helm
- Steerswoman
