ISO 23678-3:2022

Ships and marine technology - Service personnel for the maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats and rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear - Part 3: Level 1 technical training

This document establishes a uniform, safe and consistent approach to the technical training of personnel for the maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats and rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear. It also provides the necessary information for interested parties to grant authorization, effectively evaluate and audit training, supporting the IMO Requirements, section 3. It specifies the training requirements for the level 1 controlled environment education and technical training for personnel certified by a manufacturer or an authorized service provider to carry out maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats (including free-fall lifeboats) and rescue boats (including fast rescue boats), launching appliances and release gear. The level 1 training is split into two stages, both covered in this document: - stage 1 service technician technical controlled environment education and training has five modules that consist of classroom-based theory followed by practical sessions. The five modules encompass the scope and range of technical knowledge and skills required to assume type-specific design coverage of survival craft, release systems, davits and winches. The modules focus on supporting the requirements in the IMO Requirements, section 8, paragraphs 8.1, 8.2.1.1 to 8.2.1.6, 8.2.2, and 8.2.3. - stage 2 service technician technical controlled environment experience and assessment requires candidates to undertake a minimum of four supervised scenarios-based practical exercises assessments covering the range of type specific complete systems for which they will be certified. This document is intended to be used in conjunction with ISO 23678-1, ISO 23678-2 and ISO 23678-4. This document is applicable to the following types of lifeboats (including free-fall lifeboats), rescue boats (including fast rescue boats), launching appliances and release gear. Survival craft types: a) single fall totally enclosed lifeboats with sprinkler and air systems; b) twin fall totally enclosed lifeboats with sprinkler and air systems; c) partially enclosed lifeboats; d) tender lifeboats; e) freefall lifeboats; f) open lifeboat; g) inflatable rescue boats; h) rigid rescue boats; i) semi-ridged inflatable rescue boats; j) rigid fast rescue boats; k) rigid inflatable fast rescue boats. Survival craft propulsion system types: a) inboard diesel engines; b) outboard engines; c) propeller drives; d) jet drives. Davit types: a) gravity single and twin fall outrigger; b) hydraulic single pivoting/luffing; c) hydraulic multi pivot/luffing; d) telescopic; e) gravity roller track; f) gravity free fall primary; g) free fall hydraulic secondary; h) A-frame hydraulic; i) single arm slewing (manual, electric); j) davits with stored power systems. Winch types: a) twin drum; b) single drum; c) gravity-lowering, electric hoisting; d) gravity-lowering hydraulic hoisting; e) hydraulic hoisting and lowering. Hook release system types: a) on-load/off load (load not over centre); b) on-load/offload (load over centre); c) off load; d) freefall hydraulic; e) automatic off load.

Navires et technologie maritime — Personnel de maintenance pour l’entretien, l’examen approfondi, la mise à l’essai en cours d’exploitation, la révision et la réparation des embarcations de sauvetage et des canots de secours, des engins de mise à l’eau et des dispositifs de largage — Partie 3: Formation technique de niveau 1

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 10-Aug-2022
• ICS: 03.100.30 - Management of human resources
• ICS: 47.020.01 - General standards related to shipbuilding and marine structures
• Technical Committee: ISO/TC 8/SC 1 - Maritime safety
• Drafting Committee: ISO/TC 8/SC 1/WG 1 - Lifesaving appliances and arrangements
• Current Stage: 6060 - International Standard published
• Start Date: 11-Aug-2022
• Due Date: 27-May-2023
• Completion Date: 11-Aug-2022

Relations

• Revises: ISO/PAS 23678-3:2020 - Service personnel for the maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats (including free-fall lifeboats) and rescue boats (including fast rescue boats), launching appliances and release gear - Part 3: Level 1 technician training
• Effective Date: 26-Jun-2021

Overview - ISO 23678-3:2022 (Level 1 technical training)

ISO 23678-3:2022 specifies level 1 technical training for service personnel who maintain, thoroughly examine, operationally test, overhaul and repair lifeboats, rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear. It defines a uniform, safe and consistent approach to classroom and controlled-environment practical training, and provides the basis for authorisation, evaluation and audit of training programmes in support of IMO requirements.

The standard covers a two-stage Level 1 programme:

• Stage 1 - Controlled-environment education and training (five classroom + practical modules).
• Stage 2 - Controlled-environment experience and assessment (minimum of four supervised scenario‑based practical exercise assessments for the type-specific systems to be certified).

Key topics and technical requirements

ISO 23678-3 focuses on the practical and regulatory knowledge required for safe, compliant servicing of survival craft and associated equipment. Major topics include:

• Work, health and safety (WHS) for on-board activities, intervention communications and documentation.
• Survival craft inspection, maintenance and overhaul requirements for lifeboats and rescue boats (including free-fall and fast rescue boats).
• Release gear design, tooling, lubrication, cable control, annual and five‑year thorough examinations, overload tests and overhaul procedures.
• Davits types, design considerations, annual operational testing and inspection (gravity, hydraulic, telescopic, A‑frame, slewing and stored power systems).
• Winches types and maintenance: twin/single drum, hydraulic/electric and gravity-lowering systems.
• Types of equipment covered - detailed lists include enclosed and open lifeboats, inflatable/rigid rescue boats, propulsion types (inboard diesel, outboard, propeller and jet drives), multiple davit/winch configurations and hook release systems (on-load/off-load, free-fall hydraulic, automatic off-load).

Practical applications - who uses this standard

ISO 23678-3 is intended for:

• Manufacturer-certified technicians and authorised service providers delivering maintenance, overhaul and repairs.
• Training organisations designing Level 1 courses to meet IMO and industry requirements.
• Ship operators, shipyards and classification societies that require consistent competency evidence for service personnel.
• Auditors and certifying bodies evaluating programme content, trainee assessment and re‑certification processes.

Practical benefit: standardises training content and assessments so technicians can safely perform type‑specific maintenance, pass statutory inspections, and reduce operational risk during lifeboat, davit and release-gear servicing.

Related standards

Use in conjunction with:

• ISO 23678-1, ISO 23678-2 and ISO 23678-4 (other parts of the series covering scope, personnel roles and higher training levels) and applicable IMO requirements referenced in the document.

Standards Content (Sample)

INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 23678-3
First edition
2022-08
Ships and marine technology —
Service personnel for the
maintenance, thorough examination,
operational testing, overhaul and
repair of lifeboats and rescue boats,
launching appliances and release
gear —
Part 3:
Level 1 technical training
Navires et technologie maritime — Personnel de maintenance
pour l’entretien, l’examen approfondi, la mise à l’essai en cours
d’exploitation, la révision et la réparation des embarcations de
sauvetage et des canots de secours, des engins de mise à l’eau et des
dispositifs de largage —
Partie 3: Formation technique de niveau 1
Reference number
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Contents Page
Foreword .v
Introduction . vi
1 S c op e . 1
2 Nor m at i ve r ef er enc e s . 3
3 Terms and definitions . 3
4 Level 1 service technician stage 1 technical training . 3
4.1 General . 3
4.2 C andidate pre-requisites . 3
4.3 A ims and objectives . 3
4 . 3 .1 A i m . 3
4.3.2 K ey objectives . 3
5 L earning outcomes of level 1 service technician stage 1 technical training .4
5.1 G eneral . 4
5.2 T heory learning outcomes . 4
5.2.1 M odule 1 — Work, health and safety issues while conducting activities on
board . 4
5.2.2 M odule 2 — Survival craft . . 4
5.2.3 M odule 3 — Release gear . . 4
5.2.4 M odule 4 — Davits . 5
5.2.5 M odule 5 — Winches . 5
5.3 P ractical learning outcomes . 6
5.3.1 Module 1 — Work, health and safety issues while conducting activities on-
board . 6
5.3.2 M odule 2 — Survival craft . . 6
5.3.3 Module 3 — Release gear . . 7
5.3.4 M odule 4 — Davits . 8
5.3.5 Module 5 — Winches . 8
6 C andidate performance assessment level 1 service technician stage 1 technical
training — Candidate performance assessment . 9
6.1 General . 9
6 . 2 C ont i nuou s a s s e s s ment . 9
6 . 3 F i n a l a s s e s s ment . 9
7 D uration and timing of level 1 service technician stage 1 technical training .10
7.1 G eneral . 10
7. 2 C ont ac t t i me . 10
8 Level 1 service technician stage 1 technical training programme .10
8.1 General . 10
8.2 O verview of training modules . 11
8.2.1 General . 11
8.2.2 Module 1 — Work, health and safety issues while conducting activities on
board . 11
8.2.3 Module 2 — Survival craft . . 11
8.2.4 Module 3 — Release gear . . 11
8.2.5 Module 4 — Davits . 11
8.2.6 Module 5 — Winches .12
8.3 M odule 1 — Work, health and safety issues while conducting activities on board .12
8.3.1 E lement 1 — Intervention communications and documentation .12
8.3.2 Element 1.2 — On-board safety . 13
8.4 M odule 2 — Survival craft . 13
8.4.1 Element 2.1 — Annual general inspection, examination and maintenance
requirements for lifeboats, rescue boat with inboard engines .13
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8.4.2 Element 2.2 — Additional specific inspection examination, maintenance
and overhaul requirements for totally enclosed lifeboats .15
8.4.3 Element 2.3 — Additional specific inspection examination maintenance
and overhaul requirements for rescue boats (including fast rescue boats) .15
8.5 M odule 3 — Release gear . 16
8.5.1 Element 3.1 — Specific rules and regulations requirements relating to
release gear . 16
8.5.2 Element 3.2 — Release gear specialized tooling and lubricant requirements . 16
8.5.3 Element 3.4 — Cables for control and release . . 16
8.5.4 Element 3.5 — Design and construction of release gear . 17
8.5.5 Element 3.6 — Annual thorough examination and operational test of
release gear . 17
8.5.6 Element 3.7 — Five-year thorough examination, overhaul and overload
operational test of release gear in accordance with manufacturer's service
technical documentation . 19
8.6 M odule 4 — Davits . 20
8.6.1 Element 4.1 — Specific rules and regulations requirements relating to
davits . 20
8.6.2 Element 4.2 — Design and construction of davits .20
8.6.3 Element 4.3 — Annual thorough examination and operational test of davits . 21
8.7 M odule 5 — Winches .22
8.7.1 E lement 5.1 — Specific rules and regulations requirements relating to
winches . 22
8.7.2 Element 5.2 — Design and construction of winches .22
8.7.3 Element 5.3 — Annual thorough examination and operational test of
winches . 23
8.7.4 Element 5.4 — Five-year thorough examination, overhaul and overload
operational test of winches . 24
9 L evel 1 service technician stage 2 controlled environment experience and
assessment .25
9.1 G eneral . 25
9.2 C andidate pre-requisites . 25
9.3 A ims and objectives .25
9. 3 .1 A i m . 25
9. 3 . 2 Obje c t i ve s . 25
10 L earning outcomes of level 1 service technician stage 2 controlled environment
experience and assessment .26
10.1 G eneral . 26
10.2 P ractical learning outcomes .26
11 Duration and timing of level 1 service technician stage 2 controlled environment
experience and assessment .27
Annex A (informative) Equipment covered by the training .28
Annex B (informative) Assessment checklist — Level 1 service technician stage 1 technical
training .29
Annex C (informative) Assessment checklist — Level 1 service technician stage 2 controlled
environment experience and assessment .39
Bibliography .41
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Foreword
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This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 8, Ships and marine technology,
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This first edition cancels and replaces ISO/PAS 23678-3:2020, which has been technically revised.
The main changes are as follows:
— text has been editorially revised in accordance with the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2, 2021.
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Introduction
A major objective of the maritime industry is to prevent accidents and incidents from occurring. A
global network of competent personnel employed by authorized service providers is vital for lifesaving
appliances to remain fit for purpose, sustaining crew confidence and contributing to the prevention of
incidents and accidents.
The need to develop an International Standard for this objective is evident from the new requirements
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in IMO Resolution MSC.402 (96) , entitled “requirements for maintenance, thorough examination,
operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats and rescue boats, launching appliances, and release
gear” (henceforth referred to as the “IMO Requirements”) adopted 19 May 2016 and entering into force
1 January 2020, as per paragraph 7.1.1.
This document and the associated documents ISO 23678-1, ISO 23678-2 and ISO 23678-4 have been
developed to achieve three key objectives:
— develop training documents that would support the IMO Requirements, section 7, paragraph 7.1.1;
— provide a consistent, reliable, and standardized approach to training and provide a clear auditable
trail for interested parties to grant authorization supporting the IMO Requirements, section 3, to
service providers;
— establish a competency framework that would enable personnel certified by service providers to
develop and maintain competencies identified by industry experts to a level that enables them to
competently work unsupervised on equipment covered by this document.
This document has been developed by identifying training objectives in relation to survival craft, davits,
winches and release gear makes and types for which service is to be provided. This has been achieved
by conducting professional discussions with disciplined experts, to obtain the appropriate information
to develop a training programme that is fit for purpose. Successfully completing the service technician
training in ISO 23678-1, ISO 23678-2 and ISO 23678-4 enables personnel certified by an authorized
service provider to meet the IMO Requirements, section 7, paragraph 7.1.1, and section 8.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 23678-3:2022(E)
Ships and marine technology — Service personnel for
the maintenance, thorough examination, operational
testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats and rescue boats,
launching appliances and release gear —
Part 3:
Level 1 technical training
1 S cope
This document establishes a uniform, safe and consistent approach to the technical training of personnel
for the maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats and
rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear.
It also provides the necessary information for interested parties to grant authorization, effectively
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evaluate and audit training, supporting the IMO Requirements, section 3 .
It specifies the training requirements for the level 1 controlled environment education and technical
training for personnel certified by a manufacturer or an authorized service provider to carry out
maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats (including
free-fall lifeboats) and rescue boats (including fast rescue boats), launching appliances and release gear.
The level 1 training is split into two stages, both covered in this document:
— stage 1 service technician technical controlled environment education and training has five modules
that consist of classroom-based theory followed by practical sessions. The five modules encompass
the scope and range of technical knowledge and skills required to assume type-specific design
coverage of survival craft, release systems, davits and winches. The modules focus on supporting
the requirements in the IMO Requirements, section 8, paragraphs 8.1, 8.2.1.1 to 8.2.1.6, 8.2.2, and
8.2.3.
— stage 2 service technician technical controlled environment experience and assessment requires
candidates to undertake a minimum of four supervised scenarios-based practical exercises
assessments covering the range of type specific complete systems for which they will be certified.
This document is intended to be used in conjunction with ISO 23678-1, ISO 23678-2 and ISO 23678-4.
This document is applicable to the following types of lifeboats (including free-fall lifeboats), rescue
boats (including fast rescue boats), launching appliances and release gear.
Survival craft types:
a) single fall totally enclosed lifeboats with sprinkler and air systems;
b) twin fall totally enclosed lifeboats with sprinkler and air systems;
c) partially enclosed lifeboats;
d) tender lifeboats;
e) freefall lifeboats;
f) open lifeboat;
g) inflatable rescue boats;
h) rigid rescue boats;
i) semi-ridged inflatable rescue boats;
j) rigid fast rescue boats;
k) rigid inflatable fast rescue boats.
Survival craft propulsion system types:
a) inboard diesel engines;
b) outboard engines;
c) propeller drives;
d) jet drives.
Davit types:
a) gravity single and twin fall outrigger;
b) hydraulic single pivoting/luffing;
c) hydraulic multi pivot/luffing;
d) telescopic;
e) gravity roller track;
f) gravity free fall primary;
g) free fall hydraulic secondary;
h) A-frame hydraulic;
i) single arm slewing (manual, electric);
j) davits with stored power systems.
Winch types:
a) twin drum;
b) single drum;
c) gravity-lowering, electric hoisting;
d) gravity-lowering hydraulic hoisting;
e) hydraulic hoisting and lowering.
Hook release system types:
a) on-load/off load (load not over centre);
b) on-load/offload (load over centre);
c) off load;
d) freefall hydraulic;
e) automatic off load.
2 Normat ive references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 23678-1, Service personnel for the maintenance, thorough examination, operational testing, overhaul
and repair of lifeboats and rescue boats, launching appliances and release gear — General requirements for
training providers
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in ISO 23678-1 apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminology databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https:// www .iso .org/ obp
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4 Le vel 1 service technician stage 1 technical training
4.1 General
This programme is designed to meet the technical controlled environment training and assessment
requirements for all prospective service technicians. The level 1 service technician training document
explains how competence shall be assessed and certified.
4.2 Candidate pre-requisites
Candidates shall:
a) hold or be working towards a nationally recognized qualification in engineering or mechanics, but
not unduly excluding similar qualifications; and
b) hold a valid initial service technician certificate.
4.3 Aims and objecti ves
4.3.1 Aim
This programme is designed for individuals who have completed the initial service technician training
and need to gain the technical theoretical and practical knowledge to enable them to carry out
maintenance thorough examination, operational testing, repair and overhaul of lifeboats (including
free-fall lifeboats), rescue boats (including fast rescue boats), launching appliances and on-load release
gear under supervision.
4.3.2 Key objectives
The key objectives of the training programme are to ensure candidates:
a) can interpret technical documentation developed by the manufacturers and apply the information
to their role;
b) can identify, interpret and apply to their role key legislation, industry guidelines, rules, regulations
and conventions;
c) have the required technical underpinning knowledge and practical skills to carry out maintenance
thorough examination, operational testing, repair and overhaul of lifeboats (including free-fall
lifeboats), rescue boats (including fast rescue boats), launching appliances and on-load release gear,
as applicable;
d) can write reports and complete associated documentation;
e) can demonstrate in their working environment basic safety and awareness.
5 Le arning outcomes of level 1 service technician stage 1 technical training
5.1 General
During the training programme, candidates shall be required to demonstrate they have the skills and
understanding required to be deemed competent in relation to the training outcomes.
5.2 Theory learning ou tcomes
5.2.1 Module 1 — Work, health and safety issues while conducting activities on board
To successfully complete the service technician level 1 stage 1 training programme, candidates shall be
able to:
a) identify the people who shall be informed and the documentation that needs to be checked, verified
and completed before commencing work;
b) explain the safety checks that need to be considered before commencing work on lifeboats
(including free fall lifeboats), rescue boats (including fast rescue boats), launching appliances and
release gear;
c) explain specialized equipment requirements including personal protective equipment (PPE);
d) explain which documents need to be consulted, interpreted, applied and completed to inspect,
maintain, thoroughly examine, operationally test, overhaul and repair lifeboats (including free fall
lifeboats), rescue boats (including fast rescue boats), launching appliances and release gear.
5.2.2 Module 2 — Survival craft
To successfully complete the level 1 training programme, candidates shall be able to:
a) identify and explain the function of the individual components related to lifeboats (including free
fall lifeboats), rescue boats (including fast rescue boats);
b) identify and explain the specific lubricant requirements for lifeboats (including free fall lifeboats)
and rescue boats (including fast rescue boats);
c) explain the specific procedures that apply to the inspection, maintenance, thorough examination,
operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats (including free fall lifeboats), rescue boats
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(including fast rescue boat), supporting the IMO Requirements, section 6, paragraph 6.2.3 .
5.2.3 Module 3 — Release gear
To successfully complete the level 1 training programme, candidates shall be able to:
a) explain the specific design and construction features of distinct various makes and types of release
gears;
b) identify and explain the function of the individual components that make up the distinct designs
associated with specific makes and types of release gears;
c) explain the common faults that can occur and potential solutions to resolve them in relation to the
distinct designs associated with specific makes and types of release gears;
d) identify and explain the generic maintenance and examination criteria in relation to release gears;
e) identify and explain the specific procedures to carry out maintenance thorough examination,
operational testing, repair and overhaul, in relation to the distinct designs associated with specific
makes and types of release gears found in lifeboats (including free-fall lifeboats) and rescue boats
(including fast rescue boats).
5.2.4 Module 4 — Davits
To successfully complete the level 1 training programme, candidates shall be able to:
a) explain the various design and construction features of davits;
b) explain the common faults that can occur and potential solutions to resolve them in relation to the
specific designs of davits;
c) explain how to carry out non-destructive tests on davit components to check for cracks and the
integrity of welds;
d) identify and explain the function of the individual davit components used for launching lifeboats
(including free-fall lifeboats), rescue boats (including fast rescue boats) and davit-launched
liferafts;
e) identify and explain the specific procedures to carry out maintenance thorough examination,
operational testing, repair and overhaul of specific makes and types of davits used to launch
lifeboats (including free-fall lifeboats) and rescue boats (including fast rescue boats).
5.2.5 Module 5 — Winches
To successfully complete the level 1 training programme, candidates shall be able to:
a) explain the specific design and construction features of the various specific makes and types of
winches;
b) explain the common faults that can occur and potential solutions to resolve them in relation to the
specific designs of winches;
c) identify and explain the function of specific individual components associated with specific makes
and types of winches used to launch lifeboats (including free-fall lifeboats), rescue boats (including
fast rescue boats) and davit-launched life rafts;
d) identify and explain the specific procedures to carry out maintenance thorough examination,
operational testing, repair and overhaul, in relation to the distinct designs associated with specific
makes and types of winches used to launch lifeboats (including free-fall lifeboats) and rescue boats
(including fast rescue boats);
e) explain the construction of wire ropes;
f) explain the specific procedures that apply to the inspection, maintenance, thorough examination,
exchange and discard of wire ropes.
5.3 Pr actical learning outcomes
5.3.1 Module 1 — Work, health and safety issues while conducting activities on-board
To successfully complete the level 1 training programme, candidates shall be able demonstrate:
a) safety checks that need be completed prior to commencing work on lifeboats (including free fall
lifeboats) rescue boats (including fast rescue boats), launching appliances and release gear;
b) how to interpret and apply the relevant documentation for the maintenance, thorough examination,
operational testing, overhaul and repair of lifeboats (including freefall lifeboats), rescue boats
(including fast rescue boats), launching appliances and release gear;
c) how to complete checklists and compile reports;
d) how to carry out the required safety checks and attach maintenance/hanging off pendants and
secondary safety devices.
5.3.2 Module 2 — Survival craft
To successfully complete the level 1 training programme, candidates shall be able demonstrate how to
maintain, thoroughly examine and check for satisfactory condition and operation of specific makes and
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types of survival craft (see Table A.1), supporting the IMO Requirements, section 6, paragraph 6.2.3 ,
and the manufacturer’s technical documentation, including:
a) structure of the boat, including fixed and loose equipment;
b) the external boundaries of the internal void spaces as far as practicable;
c) inboard engines and gearbox;
d) outboard engines;
e) engine bed and mounts;
f) primary and secondary start systems;
g) exhaust system;
h) propulsion system, stern tubes, stern glands;
i) lifeboats sprinkler system;
j) lifeboats air supply;
k) manoeuvring system;
l) power supply;
m) bailing system;
n) fender and skate arrangements;
o) lifeboat inflatable righting/anti-entrapment equipment;
p) rescue boat (including fast) righting system.
5.3.3 Module 3 — Release gear
5.3.3.1 Oper ation and tooling
To successfully complete the level 1 training programme, candidates shall be able to demonstrate:
a) how to correctly operate release gear for lifeboats (including free-fall lifeboats), rescue boats
(including fast rescue boats) and davit-launched life rafts;
b) the ability to use specialized tooling and apply the correct lubricants to the applicable components.
5.3.3.2 Annual thor ough examination and operational test
To successfully complete the level 1 training programme, candidates shall be able to demonstrate how
to thoroughly examine and check for satisfactory condition and operation of specific makes and types
of release systems (see Table A.1), supporting the IMO requirements, section 6, paragraphs 6.2.4 to
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6.2.8 , and the manufacturer's technical documentation including:
a) central release units;
b) hydrostatic interlock systems with diaphragms;
c) hydrostatic interlock systems with floats;
d) cables for control and release;
e) hook assemblies with fastening/locking devices with flat to flat cams;
f) hook assemblies with fastening/locking devices with curve to curve cams;
g) hook assemblies with fastenings/locking devices with curve to flat cams;
h) hook assemblies with fastenings/locking devices with up and down pins;
i) hook assemblies with fastenings/locking devices with amplification arms, intermediary hooks,
arresting levers;
j) free fall hydraulic hook assemblies;
k) automatic hook assemblies;
l) how to check excessive free play and tolerances of release gear against the specifications of the
manufacturer's technical documentation;
m) how to carry out the annual operational tests of davit-launched lifeboats and rescue boats on-load
release function with a simulated load;
n) how to carry out the operational test of the davit-launched liferaft automatic release function.
5.3.3.3 Fi ve-year thorough examination, overhaul and overload operational test
To successfully complete the level 1 training programme, candidates shall be able to demonstrate how
to overhaul, thoroughly examine and check for satisfactory condition and operation of specific makes
and types of release systems (see Table A.1), supporting the IMO Requirements, section 6, paragraph
6.3.3, and the manufacturer's technical documentation. This includes how to:
a) dismantle and re-assemble specific makes and types of hook assemblies with fastening/locking
devices with flat to flat cams, curve to curve cams, curve to flat cams, up and down pins,
amplification arms, intermediary hooks and arresting levers;
b) dismantle and re-assemble specific makes and types of central release units;
c) dismantle and re-assemble specific makes and types of hydrostatic units;
d) carry out examinations with regards to tolerances and design requirements of specific makes and
types of release gear as specified by the manufacturer;
e) adjust specific makes and types of release gear systems after assembly to operate correctly;
f) identify and rectify the faults that can occur related to specific makes and types of release gear;
g) replace service exchange release gear;
h) examine vital parts with regards to defects and cracks; and
i) carry out the five-yearly overload operational test of davit-launched lifeboats and rescue boats
using a simulated load.
5.3.4 Module 4 — Davits
To successfully complete the level 1 training programme, candidates shall be able to demonstrate how
to overhaul, thoroughly examine and check for satisfactory condition and operation of specific makes
and types of davits (see Table A.1), supporting the IMO Requirements, section 6, paragraphs 6.2.9.1 to
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6.2.9.4 , and the manufacturer's technical documentation, including:
a) carry out the necessary safety checks prior to approaching davits;
b) safely operate specific makes and types of davits;
c) davit or other launching structures, with regards to corrosion, misalignments, deformation and
excessive free play;
d) sheaves, rollers, floating blocks for wear, corrosion and excessive free play;
e) fall wires for kinks, damage, corrosion and lubrication;
f) the function of limit switches;
g) mechanical restraints;
h) hydraulic systems;
i) stored power systems; and
j) electrical systems.
5.3.5 Module 5 — Winches
To successfully complete the level 1 training programme, candidates shall be able to demonstrate how
to overhaul, thoroughly examine and check for satisfactory condition and operation of specific makes
and types of winches (see Table A.1), supporting the IMO Requirements, section 6, paragraphs 6.2.9.
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and 6.3 , and the manufacturer's technical documentation, including:
a) winch foundations;
b) remote-control systems, electrical, operating cables, pulleys;
c) power supply systems;
d) lubricants;
e) multiple disc holding/static brake;
f) holding/static brakes with brake bands;
g) holding/static brakes with friction pads;
h) centrifugal brakes with friction pads;
i) lowering brakes with hydraulic pumps;
j) drum, bearings, gearing, pinions, chains;
k) sprag clutches, overrunning clutches;
l) hydraulic systems;
m) wire ropes, corrosion, damage, replacement;
and is applicable to the following procedures:
n) the annual operational test;
o) the five-yearly operational test.
6 Candidat e performance assessment level 1 service technician stage 1 technical
training — Candidate performance assessment
6.1 General
6.1.1 Candidates attending level 1 service technician stage 1 technical training shall be given a series
of explanations and demonstrations identifying what they are expected to know and do. This shall be
followed by practical exercises allowing them to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of
the course content. Assessment of the candidates’ performance shall be against the stated training
outcomes. Candidates shall have a 100 % course attendance of the recommended contact time (see 7.2).
6.1.2 Assessment of candidates shall be a summation of the following components:
a) continuous assessment;
b) final assessment by an assessor.
6.2 Continuous assessment
6.2.1 The purpose of the continuous assessment is to ensure candidates are acquiring the necessary
skills, knowledge, and understanding of the subject matter covered. This shall be achieved by direct
observation of practical work and oral/written questioning. The training provider shall ensure they
have procedures within their quality management system to deal with absence and demonstration of
competence.
6.2.2 Any candidate failing to meet the expected outcomes as the course progresses can be given
additional training. However, it should be clear that time to do this within the contact time is limited,
and the candidate must show, through repeating tests and practice sessions, that they have bridged the
gap in their knowledge and understanding and can demonstrate competence. The training provider
shall ensure they have procedures within their quality management system to deal with absence and
demonstration of competence.
6.3 Final assessment
6.3.1 The final assessment shall be conducted by an assessor who may also be involved in the delivery
of the training programme. It shall take the form of direct observation. Documentary evidence for the
continuous assessment shall be provided for the final assessment.
6.3.2 If a candidate is deemed “not yet competent” (NYC), in the opinion of the trainer/assessor after
reasonable tuition, and is unable to meet the learning outcomes of any individual module, only the
training outcomes that the candidate has not been able to achieve competence in needs be repeated.
6.3.3 All candidate assessment forms and test documentation shall be retained for audit purposes.
See Tables B.1 to B.12 for examples of assessment checklists.
7 Dur ation and timing of level 1 service technician stage 1 technical training
7.1 General
7.1.1 The modules can be delivered individually if necessary. If the course modules are delivered
individually, the training programme shall be completed in full within 18 months of commencement of
the first module.
7.1.2 If the modules are not completed within the 18 months period, the training programme shall be
undertaken again.
7.2 Contact time
7.2.1 The optimum recommended contact time for the complete training programme is 160 h.
Contact time includes instruction and assessment activities Contact time does not include course
administration, lunch and refreshment breaks.
7.2.2 The optimum recommended contact time for the individual modules are
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