Training is a key element in the successful and safe transition
to electronic navigation. Flag States will normally, as a minimum,
require that ships officers attend an approved generic ECDIS
operator training course based on the IMO standard model. In
addition, the ISM Code requires that ships officers have
familiarisation training for all safety equipment fitted onboard.
This requirement can be met through type specific training provided
by the ECDIS manufacturer.
As a minimum, you should be able to satisfy your Flag State and
any independent audit authorities that your crews are competent in
the use of ECDIS to maintain safety of navigation.
The UKHO is developing training material, including computer
based packages, to assist the mariner to read and interpret ENCs
with the same confidence they have with paper charts.
Establish Flag State training requirements
• Demonstrate compliance through training
(Source: 10 Steps to ECDIS Mandation,
UKHO)
