1. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Chapter III
Engine Department
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

2. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Regulation
Provision
III/1
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of officers in charge of an engineering watch in a manned engine-room or designated duty engineers in a periodically unmanned engine-room 1
2.2
Now refers to “certificate of competency”
Workshop skills and approved seagoing service of not less than 12 months as part of approved training program meeting requirements of section A-III/1, documented in an approved training record book, or
combined workshop skills training and approved seagoing service of not less than 36 months, not less than 30 months must be in engine department
nb. Requirement of 30 months approved education and training removed
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

3. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Regulation
Provision
III/1
2.3
Not less than 6 months seagoing service performing watchkeeping duties under supervision of ch. engineer or qualified engineer .4
Completed approved education and training
Meet the standards of competence specified in section A-III/1 (deletion of minimum 30 months duration) .5
Meet standards of competence in :
section A-VI/1, paragraph 2;
section A-VI/2 paragraphs 1 to 4;
section A-VI/3, paragraphs 1 to 4; and
section A-VI/4, paragraphs 1 to 3
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

4. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
A-III/1
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of officers in charge of an engineering watch in a manned engine-room or designated duty engineers in a periodically unmanned engine-room 8
Knowledge requirements for certain types of machinery may be omitted, limitations must be stated on the certificate and endorsement 10
Clarification of variations in requirements that can be made for near-coastal voyages
8 – this essentially covers motor and steam certificates of competency
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

5. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
Table A-III/1
This table has been reformatted with the addition of several new items
Marine engineering at the operational level
- Hand tools moved to maintenance table
- Engine-room resource management
- Use of internal communication systems
- Basic construction and operation principles of machinery systems
Electrical, electronic and control engineering at the operational level
Operate electrical, electronic and control systems
Maintenance and repair of electrical and electronic equipment
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

6. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
Maintenance and repair -operational level
Appropriate use of hand tools, machine tools and measuring instruments for fabrication and repair on board
Maintenance and repair of shipboard machinery and equipment
Controlling operation of ship and care for persons on board -operational level
Importance of proactive measures to protect the marine environment
Application of leadership and teamworking skills
Contribute to the safety of personnel and ship
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

7. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
B-III/1
Guidance regarding the certification of officers in charge of an engineering watch in a manned engine-room or as designated duty engineers in a periodically unmanned engine-room
No Changes
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

8. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Regulation
Provision
III/2
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of chief engineer officers and second engineer officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more
2.1
.1.1
Amended to provide as a prerequisite, meeting the requirements of regulation III/1
For certification as second engineer, amended to require 12 months seagoing service in EOW capacity
.1.2
For Chief engineer, the 36 months seagoing service in EOW capacity may be reduced to 24 months, if not less than 12 months are served in capacity of second engineer
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

9. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
Table A-III/2
Similar to table A-III/1 in terms of reformatting
Marine engineering -management level
Manage the operation of propulsion plant machinery
Plan and schedule operations
Operation, surveillance, performance assessment and maintaining safety of propulsion plant and auxiliary machinery
Electrical, electronic & control engineering -management level
Manage operation of electrical, electronic and control equipment
Manage troubleshooting restoration of electrical and electronic control equipment to operating condition
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

10. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
Maintenance and repair -management level
Planning maintenance including statutory and class verifications
Controlling operation of ship and care for persons on board -management level
Use leadership and managerial skills
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

11. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
B-III/2
Guidance regarding the certification of chief engineer officers and second engineer officers of ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more
No provisions
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

12. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
B-III/2
New
Guidance regarding training of engineering personnel having management responsibilities for the operation and safety of electrical power plant more than 1,000 Volts
New provisions: identification of at least seven key elements to be included in relevant training programmes
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

13. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Regulation
Provision
III/3
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of chief engineer officers and second engineer officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of between 750 kW and 3,000 kW propulsion power .3
Amended
Every engineer officer who is qualified to serve as second engineer officer on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more, may serve as chief engineer officer on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of less than 3,000 kW propulsion power, provided the certificate is so endorsed
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

14. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
A-III/3
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of chief engineer officers and second engineer officers on ships powered by main propulsion machinery of between 750 kW and 3,000 kW propulsion power 8
Near Coastal voyages
Amended to provide for variations in knowledge, understanding and proficiency requirements under the different sections listed in column 2 of table A-III/2 and in paragraphs and of regulation III/3 related to ships powered by main propulsion machinery of less than 3,000 kW engaged on near-coastal voyages, as considered necessary
Variances related to:
Column 2 of table A-III/2
Seatime under Reg III/3
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

15. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
B-III/3
Guidance regarding the certification of chief engineer officers and second engineer officers of ships powered by main propulsion machinery between 750 kW and 3,000 kW propulsion power
No provisions
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

16. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Regulation
Provision
III/4
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of ratings forming part of a watch in a manned engine-room or designated to perform duties in a periodically unmanned engine-room 4
Deleted – as this relates to previous amendments that have now become obsolete
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

17. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
A-III/4
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of ratings forming part of a watch in a manned engine-room or designated to perform duties in a periodically unmanned engine-room
Table A-III/4
Boiler watch – permitting approved simulator training, where appropriate, for demonstration of competence
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

18. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
B-III/4
Guidance regarding the training and certification of ratings forming part of a watch in a manned engine-room or designated to perform duties in a periodically unmanned engine-room
No Changes
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

19. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Regulation
Provision
III/5
New
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of ratings as able seafarer engine in a manned engine-room or designated to perform duties in a periodically unmanned engine-room 1
Every able seafarer engine serving on a ship of 750kW or more shall be duly certificated 2 .1 .2
Every candidate for certification shall:
be not less than 18 years of age
meet the requirements of regulation III/4
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

20. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Regulation
Provision
III/5
New
(cont)
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of ratings as able seafarer engine in a manned engine-room or designated to perform duties in a periodically unmanned engine-room 2
Every candidate for certification shall: .3
.3.1
.3.2 .4
while qualified in accordance with regulation III/4,
have approved seagoing service in the engine department of:
not less than 12 months, or
not less than 6 months and have completed
approved training
meet the competence of section A-III/5
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

21. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Regulation
Provision
III/5
New
(cont)
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of ratings as able seafarer engine in a manned engine-room or designated to perform duties in a periodically unmanned engine-room 3
Every Party shall compare the standards for rating in the engine department for certificates issued before 1 January 2012 to those required by section A-III/5 and determine if personnel are required to update their qualifications 4
Not less than 12 months seagoing service in a relevant capacity in the preceding 60 months preceding the entry into force of III/5 to meet requirements
New Regulation
As a result of ILO working toward the Consolidated Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) IMO was tasked with replacing the ILO Able Seafarer Convention.
Not required as part of manning under SOLAS Reg V/14 but if provided, must be qualified accordingly
ILO Convention = ILO Certification of Able Seaman Convention, 1946 (no.74)
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

22. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
A-III/5
New
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of ratings as able seafarer engine in a manned engine-room or designated to perform duties in a periodically unmanned engine-room 1 2
Required to demonstrate competences set out in column 1 of Table A-III/5
The minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency on a ship of 750 kW or > set out in column 2 of Table A-III/5 3
Evidence of having achieved required standard of competence set out in columns 3 and 4 of Table A-III/5
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

23. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
Table A-III/5
Competence for ratings as able seafarer engine
Marine engineering - support level
Contribute to:
a safe engineering watch
monitoring and controlling of an engine-
room watch
fuelling and transfer operations
bilge and ballast operations
operation of equipment and machinery
Electrical, electronic & control engineering - support level
Safe use of electrical equipment
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

24. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
Table A-III/5
Competence for ratings as able seafarer engine
Maintenance and repair -support level
Contribute to shipboard maintenance and repair
Controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on board -support level
Contribute to the handling of stores
Apply precautions and contribute to the prevention of pollution to the marine environment
Apply occupational health and safety procedures
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

25. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
B-III/5
New
Guidance regarding the certification of ratings as able seafarer engine 1
Onboard training should be documented in an approved training record book
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

26. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Regulation
Provision
III/6
New
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of electro-technical officers 1 2
Every electro-technical officer serving on vessels of 750kW or more shall hold a certificate of competency
Every candidate for certification shall:
Be not less than 18 years of age
Have completed at least 12 months of workshop skills and approved seagoing service, of which not less than 6 months seagoing service as part of approved training program, meets the requirements of section A-III/6 and is documented in an approved training record book, OR
not less than 36 months of combined workshop skills and approved seagoing service, of which not less than 30 months of seagoing service in the engine department
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

27. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Regulation
Provision
III/6
New
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of electro-technical officer
2.3
2.4
Have completed approved education and training and meet the standards of competence in section A-III/6
Meet standards of : section A-VI/1, paragraph 2; section A-VI/2, paragraphs 1 to 4; section A-VI/3, paragraphs 1 to 4; section A-VI/4, paragraphs 1 to 3 3 4 5
Every Party shall compare the standards of competence for electro-technical officer certificates issued before to those required by section A-III/6 and determine the need for personnel to update their qualifications
12 months seagoing service in a relevant capacity in the preceding 60 months and meeting the standards of competence may meet requirements
Notwithstanding the above (1-4), a suitably qualified person may be able to perform certain functions of section A-III/6
New Regulation
As a result of ILO working toward the Consolidated Maritime Labour Convention (MLC), IMO was tasked with replacing the ILO Able Seafarer Convention
Not required as part of manning under SOLAS Regulation V/14 but if provided, must be qualified accordingly
ILO Convention = ILO Certification of Able Seaman Convention, 1946 (no.74)
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

28. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
A-III/6
New
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of electro-technical officer 1
Education and training required by paragraph 2.3 of regulation III/6 shall include training in electronic and electrical workshop skills 2 .1 .2 .3
Shall follow an approved program of onboard training which:
Ensures systematic training and experience;
Is closely supervised and monitored; and
Is adequately documented in a training record book
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

29. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
A-III/6
New
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of electro-technical officer 3 4
Shall be required to demonstrate the ability to undertake the tasks, duties and responsibilities in column 1 of table A-III/6
The minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency set out in column 2 of table A-III/6, and guidance in part B of this Code 5
Evidence of having achieved standard of competence as set out in columns 3 and 4 of table A-III/6
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

30. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
Table A-III/6
Competence for electro technical officers
Electrical, electronic and control engineering - operational level
Monitor the operation of:
electrical, electronic and control systems
automatic control systems of propulsion and
auxiliary machinery
Operate:
generators and distribution systems
Operate and Maintain:
power systems in excess of 1000 V
Operate computers and computer networks on ships
Use:
English language - in written and oral form
Internal communication systems
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

31. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
Table A-III/6
New
Competence for electro technical officers
Maintenance and repair -operational level
Maintenance and repair:
Electronic and electrical equipment
Automation and control systems of main
propulsion and auxiliary machinery
Bridge navigation equipment and ship
communication systems
Electrical, electronic and control systems of
deck machinery and cargo handling equipment
Control systems and safety systems of hotel
equipment
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

32. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
Table A-III/6
New
Competence for electro-technical officers
Controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on board -operational level
Ensure compliance with pollution-prevention requirements
Prevent, control and fight fire on board
Operate life-saving appliances
Apply medical first aid on board ship
Application of leadership and teamworking skills
Contribute to the safety of personnel and ship
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

33. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
B-III/6
New
Guidance regarding training and certification for electro-technical officers
In addition to table A-III/6, Parties are encouraged to take into account resolution A.702(17), as amended, concerning radio maintenance guidelines for GMDSS within their training programs
Relates to competence - Maintain and repair bridge navigation equipment and ship communication systems
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

34. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Regulation
Provision
III/7
New
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of electro-technical rating 1 2 .1
.2.1
.2.2
.2.3
Every electro-technical rating serving on vessels of 750kW or more shall be duly certificated.
Every candidate for certification shall:
Be not less than 18 years of age
Completed approved seagoing service including
not less than 12 months training and experience, or
6 months approved seagoing service and
completed approved training, or
Qualifications meeting section A-III/7 and not less
than 3 months approved seagoing service .3
Meet the standards of competence in section A-III/7
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

35. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Regulation
Provision
III/7
New
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of electro-technical rating 3 4
Each Party shall compare the standards for electro-technical rating certificates to those required by section A-III/7 and determine if personnel are required to update their qualifications
Not less than 12 months seagoing service in a relevant capacity in preceding 60 months and meeting the standards of competence may meet requirements 5
Notwithstanding 1-4 above, a suitably qualified person may be able to perform certain functions of section A-III/7
New Regulation
As a result of ILO working toward the Consolidated Maritime Labour Convention (MLC) IMO was tasked with replace the ILO Able Seafarer Convention.
Not required as part of manning under SOLAS Reg V/14 but if provided, must be qualified accordingly
ILO Convention = ILO Certification of Able Seaman Convention, 1946 (no.74)
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

36. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
A-III/7
New
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of electro-technical rating 1 2
Required to demonstrate the competence to perform function at the support level in column 1 of table A-III/7
The minimum knowledge, understanding and proficiency set out in column 2 of table A-III/7 3
Evidence of having achieved standard of competence as set out in columns 3 and 4 of table A-III/7
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

37. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
Table A-III/7
New
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of electro-technical rating
Electrical, electronic and control engineering - support level
Safe use of electrical equipment
Contribute to monitoring the operation of electrical systems and machinery
Use hand tools, electronic and electrical measuring equipment for fault finding, maintenance and repair operations
Contribute to shipboard maintenance and repair
Contribute to the maintenance and repair of electrical systems and machinery on board
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

38. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
Table A-III/7
New
Mandatory minimum requirements for certification of electro-technical rating
Controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on board - support level
Contribute to the safe handling of stores
Apply precautions and contribute to the prevention of pollution of the marine environment
Apply occupational health and safety procedures
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO

39. Familiarization with the 2010 Manila Amendments
Section
Provision
B-III/7
New
Guidance regarding training and certification for electro-technical ratings
No provisions
January 2011
Maritime Training & Human Element Section IMO