MSC 70/20/11
Chapter 5 - Qualifications and
certification
5.1 Introduction
The award of VTS Operator qualifications should be
based on the principle that satisfactory results are obtained
during both the basic training course and on-the-job
training.
5.2 Qualification
The qualification for personnel to aet as VTS
Operators are:
- the possession of a current VTS Operator
Certificate; and,
- an endorsement in the VTS Certification Log relating
to the successful completion of on-the-job training at
the VTS centre at which the Operator is employed.
Note: The VTS Certification Log should be endorsed
at each VTS Centre at which the operator has completed
on-the-job training.
The qualification for personnel to act as VTS Supervisors
are:
- the possession of a current VTS Operator's
Certificate;
- an endorsement in the VTS Certification Log Book
relating to the completion of on-the-job training at the
VTS centre at which the Supervisor is employed; and,
- an endorsement in the VTS Certification Log Book
relating to the completion of suitable advancement
training, including training at the VTS centre at which
the Supervisor is employed.
5.3 Certification
5.3.1 VTS Operator Certificate
A VTS Operator Certificate should be awarded to
candidates on completion of basic training. The certificate
should include the:
1. candidates full name;
2. country in which it was awarded;
3. signature of an authorised member of the Competent
Authonty;
4. date of award; and,
5. serial number of the certificate
Ｔhe Certificate should be in a format similar to the
example given in Annex 5.
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