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14.15.2 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.
14.15.3 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.
14.15.4 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.
Figure 14-3: Closed Loop Safety Assessment
YES
Continuously
Identify &
Quantify Risks
YES
Was Action
Effective?
Are Risks
Acceptable?
NO
NO
Take Remedial
Action
14.16 MARITIME AUTONOMOUS INFRASTRUCTURE
14.16.1 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.
14.16.2 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). It is recommended that, where appropriate,
cloud based or digital systems should be adopted.
14.16.3 New MASS operator skill sets will evolve and need to be assessed and, where appropriate incorporated into
the training requirements of MASS operators.
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