VTS Revalidation C0103-5

Based on IALA Model Course C0103-5 on Vessel Traffic Services Revalidation Process for VTS Certification , Edition 1

Revalidation of a VTS qualification may be required in a variety of situations, each calling for a different approach

Revalidation of a VTS qualification may be required when:

• The VTS qualification or VTS certification log is approaching its expiry date;
• There are changes in the physical environment of the VTS or the tasks of the VTSO which necessitate additional training;
• There is a break in service, unsatisfactory operational performance or other circumstances leading to a reduced level of competence.

Refresher Training consists of a set of training tools, being currently Recurrent Training, Adaptation Training and Updating Training in order to ensure that critical training needs are addressed during the career of the VTSO.

Refresher Training, to enable the revalidation of qualification(s) contained within a VTS certification log, consists of three separate processes:

• Recurrent Training should be carried out at regular intervals and is part of a structured training programme thereby enabling continual professional development and resulting in the maintenance of the VTS qualification.
• Adaptation Training is carried out whenever significant changes are expected or when changes have been made, concerning equipment, regulations, operational procedures or any other matter which is relevant to the performance of VTSOs.
• Updating Training is tailor made training following a training needs analysis indicating that VTSOs need additional training. Updating Training may be required after a break in service, unsatisfactory operational performance or other circumstances leading to a reduced level of competence.