Dynamic
positioning Operator or DPO Jobs
The Dynamic
positioning operator or DP operator (DPO) evaluates whether there is sufficient
redundancy on hand at any given instant of the maneuver. International Maritime
Organisation on 24-06-1996 has issued MSC/Circ.738 (instructions for Dynamic Positioning
System Operator training). This submits to IMCA (International Marine
Contractors Association) M 117[11] as suitable level.
If the Dynamic
positioning watch-standing is completed on a Class 1 Dynamic positioning vessel
a limited DP Operator certificate will be given or else for Class 2 and Class 3
Dynamic positioning vessels a complete DP Operator certificate will be delivered.
Following steps
should be pursued for qualifying as a DP operator:
·
An Induction Dynamic
positioning Course and an Examination on-line.
·
A minimum of 60 Days DP familiarization on
board DP Ship at sea.
·
An Advanced Dynamic
positioning course and an Examination on-line.
·
A minimum of 60 Days on
board a DP ship as DP watch-stander.
·
A declaration of fittingness
by the captain of a DP vessel.
The maritime
authority approved Nautical Institutes operates the plan of the DP training and
certification. The Nautical Institutes provide log books to DP trainees, they recognise
training centers and manage the delivery of DP Certifications.
With more
and more Dynamic positioning vessels and with rising DP skilled hands requirements,
the importance of DPO is fast growing distinction. In 2009, because of this changing
scenario has directed to the formation of The International Dynamic Positioning
Operators Association (IDPOA).
