MASS UK Industry Conduct Principles and Code of Practice 2022 (V6)

14.12.2 Operation Assessed. Once all risks are reduced to a tolerable ALARP level, then the MASS operation can be
considered as assessed. Gaps should then be known, and mitigation actions listed for completion, which should
consist of outstanding training requirements.
14.12.3 Training Matrix. The items listed on the potential operators current training levels, and any training identified to
fill operational gaps identified during the process, can make up the operators’ training matrix and used in future
for similar operations.
14.12.4 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. A Closed Loop Safety Assessment flow diagram is shown at Figure 14-3.
n Assessment Records;
n Regular Competence Appraisals;
n Evidence of continuing professional development and type specific training, including Nautical Institute DP
training and log books;
n Witness Testimonies;
n History of lessons identified and learned.
14.14 MARITIME AUTONOMOUS INFRASTRUCTURE
14.14.1 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.
Figure 14-3: Closed Loop Safety Assessment
14.14.2 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 13). It is recommended that,
where appropriate, cloud based or digital systems should be adopted.
Continuously Identify
& Quantify Risks
14.14.3 New MASS operator skill sets will evolve and need to be assessed and, where appropriate incorporated into
the training requirements of MASS operators.
YES
14.15 OPERATOR’S RECORD BOOK
14.15.1 MASS operators should record and reflect on each mission. This record is to include any learning opportunities,
Was Action
Effective?
YES
Are Risks
Acceptable?
dangerous occurrences and good practice observed during the mission. This portfolio of experience should be
available for inspection, if required, by interested parties.
14.15.2 Outline requirements for a MASS Operator’s Record Book are at Annex B to Chapter 14.
NO
14.16 DYNAMIC POSITIONING OPERATORS/OPERATORS LOG BOOK
Take Remedial
Action
NO
14.16.1 The Nautical Institute (NI) Certification and Accreditation standard for Dynamic Positioning will include an annex
on the Training Scheme for DP Station Keeping Systems for Remote Operations. By completing a Training Scheme
for DP Station Keeping Systems for Remote Operations, the DP Operator will receive an NI DP Certificate
endorsed: ‘Restricted to Dynamic Positioning Station Keeping Systems for Remote Operations’. This type of
certification is restricted to DPOs who have completed the required amount of DP training on remote DP Systems.
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14.13 OPERATIONAL AND TRAINING RECORDS
14.13.1 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);
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