ISCO Occupation Group 3152.5 Skipper
From Open Risk Manual
Definition
Skipper: Skippers are the highest authority on-board or on inland waterways, they are in charge of the vessel and are held responsible for the safety and well being of the clients and crew. They are licensed by the responsible authority and will determine the operations of the vessel at any time. They are the ultimate instance responsible for the crew, the ship, the cargo and/or passengers, and the voyage.
Essential Skills
- Monitor Crew Members Operating Engines
- Manage Vessel Cargo Activities
- Plot Shipping Navigation Routes
- Conduct Water Navigation
- Provide On-Board Safety Training
- Distinguish Ship Construction Methods
- Steer Vessels
- Navigate European Inland Waterways
- Restrict Passenger Access To Specific Areas On Board
- International Regulations For Cargo Handling
- Adhere To Traffic Regulations On Inland Waterways
- Compose Stowage Plans
- Vessel Safety Equipment
- Undertake Navigation Safety Actions
- Use Modern Electronic Navigational Aids
- Coordinate The Itineraries Of Vessels
- Secure Cargo In Stowage
- Use Radar Navigation
- Provide First Aid
- Ensure Integrity Of Hull
- Environmental Aspects Of Inland Waterway Transportation
- Functions Of Vessel Deck Equipment
- Assess Stability Of Vessels
- National Waterways
- Physical Parts Of The Vessel
- Analyse Reports Provided By Passengers
- Ensure Vessel Security
- Inland Waterway Ship Building
- Passenger Transport Regulations
- Recognise Abnormalities On Board
- Vessel Fuels
- Communicate Mooring Plans
- Ensure Safe Loading Of Goods According To Stowage Plan
- European Classification Of Inland Waterways
- Conduct Analysis Of Ship Data
- Use Meteorological Information
- Use Water Navigation Devices
- Distinguish Various Types Of Ships
- National Regulations On Handling Cargo
- Prepare And Execute Regular Safety Exercises
- Assume Highest Level Of Responsibility In Inland Water Transportation
- International Waterways
- Read Stowage Plans
- Instruct Crew In Operations Of Technical Shore-Based Facilities
- Multimodal Transport Logistics
- Vessel Stability Principles
- Assess Trim Of Vessels
- Inland Waterway Police Regulations
- Principles Of Cargo Stowage
- Ensure Vessel Compliance With Regulations
- Calculate The Amount Of Cargo On A Vessel
Optional Skills
- Use Maritime English
- Create A Work Atmosphere Of Continuous Improvement
- Implement Environmental Protection Measures
- Maintain Updated Professional Knowledge
- Show Confidence
- Secure Ships Using Rope
- Manage Staff
- Analyse Ways To Reduce Travel Time
- Have Computer Literacy
- Act Reliably
Alternative Names
- Boat Captain
- Shipmaster
- Commander
- Boatmaster
- Ship Captain
