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12.12.4 Continuous Development. As outlined earlier, the use of data and statistics of similar operations can help
produce the most accurate risk assessment. However, data may be initially limited. Therefore, the assessment
must be continuously monitored for its effectiveness. It is recommended that a full review is conducted at an
appropriate interval to ensure that the training requirements remain relevant to the operation, and the risks
remain ALARP.
12.13 OPERATIONAL AND TRAINING RECORDS
12.13.1 Formal proof of service and training records for operational staff should be developed and maintained to
include:
n Proof of Service and Training Records;
n Portfolio of evidence with ongoing experience log (e.g. date, location, vessel, software, operation, days, miles,
notes etc);
n Assessment Records;
n Regular Competence Appraisals;
n Evidence of continuing professional development and type specific training;
n Witness Testimonies;
n History of lessons identified and learned.
12.14 MARITIME AUTONOMOUS INFRASTRUCTURE
12.14.1 As the levels of the MASS autonomy change within the mission, the location of the MASS operator may well
change from one RCC to another RCC. Operators operating or monitoring from any RCC should have complete
understanding of the mission, as well as any specific tasks that may be required from them.
12.14.2 Emergency scenarios and test procedure drills should be devised and practiced at regular intervals. These
drills are to be recorded in the Operators Record Book. (See Annex B to Chapter 12)
12.14.3 New MASS operator skill sets will evolve and need to be assessed and, where appropriate incorporated into
the training requirements of MASS operators.
12.15 OPERATORS RECORD BOOK
12.15.1 MASS operators should record and reflect on each mission. This record is to include any learning opportunities,
dangerous occurrences and good practice observed during the mission. This portfolio of experience should be
available for inspection, if required, by interested parties.
12.15.2 Outline requirements for a MASS Operators Record Book are at Annex B to Chapter 12.
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