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S8.3.0 - operating watercraft
- anchor ships to the port
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S8.4 - operating machinery for the extraction and processing of raw materials
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S8.9 - operating aircraft
T - transversal skills and competences

conduct small vessel operation start-up procedures

skills

working with machinery and specialised equipment

operating watercraft

operating watercraft

conduct small vessel operation start-up procedures

Description

Description

Observe the working parameters of the vessel's propulsion system from start-up onward. Check the operating parameters of electric generators in the switchboard, power sources and electrical and electronic equipment and navigation lights. Verify that the operating parameters of pneumatic and hydraulic systems are within the values.

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carrying out small vessel operation start-up procedures

carrying out start-up procedures for small vessel operation

carry out small vessel operation start-up procedures

carry out start-up procedures for small vessel operation

conducting small vessel operation start-up procedures

conducting start-up procedures for small vessel operation

conduct start-up procedures for small vessel operation

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skill

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occupation specific skills and competences

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ESCO is a Europe 2020 initiative.

DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.1.2 (Last update 22/02/2024)