ANSWERS
CRV Crew Training
Theory Module Workbook
Name:
Unit:
Coastguard Instructor:
Date:
Maritime Operator Safety System (MOSS)
 This workbook is to be completed as the Coastguard Instructor
works through the module
 The key learning for each section is given and the questions
relate to the key learning
 Each section is to be completed to an achieved standard
 This workbook is not an examination. It is to record your
learning, your thinking, collaboration and provide evidence of
interacting with the content of the theory module
Crew member has ACHIEVED / NOT ACHIEVED the Theory Module Workbook
Signed (Coastguard Instructor):
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Date:
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Key Learning
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This Theory Module Workbook is composed of a number of sections
Each section has a key learning that is a summary of elements of the Theory Module
Questions and activities within the workbook provide opportunities for the crew to
engage with the theory aspects in a variety of ways. The workbook provides a record
of interaction and is designed to be kept by the crew member
The Coastguard Instructor will sign off each section to evidence that the key learning
has been achieved
Section
1. Background
2. MOSS Manual
Key Learning
Coastguard
Instructor
MOSS is a system to ensure that the owners and
operators of all commercial vessels, including
Coastguard Rescue Vessels, operate in a safe and
structured manner.
Coastguard requires two separate manuals in
addition to the Maritime Transport Operator Plan
(MTOP) which contain the requirements for the
MOSS system.
3. MOSS Responsibilities
The responsibilities within MOSS are managed
at different levels.
4. Key Points for the MOSS
System
MOSS makes ship owners and operators
responsible for the daily safe operation of their
vessels, ensuring that the safety of a vessel and
its crew, and protection of the marine
environment, is maintained.
5. Key Websites
Further information regarding MOSS can be
found on the Maritime New Zealand website.
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1. Background
Key learning: MOSS is a system to ensure that the owners and operators of all commercial vessels,
including Coastguard Rescue Vessels, operate in a safe and structured manner.
1. What is the government agency responsible for the administration of the MOSS system?
Maritime New Zealand
2. What is the purpose of the MOSS system? (circle the correct answer)
a. Encourages operators responsibility for entire operation
b. Safety of vessel and crew
c. Protection of the marine environment
d. Make all members accountable for the safe operation
e. All of the above
E All of the above
3. Name 5 things that are covered in the MOSS system and describe what they mean:
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2. MOSS Manual
Key Learning: Coastguard requires two separate manuals in addition to the Maritime Transport
Operator Plan (MTOP) which contain the requirements for the MOSS system.
1. Activity: Review of the Unit MOSS Manuals
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Look through the sections of both manuals and record an outline of the information
Crew discuss:
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What they have learnt about the MOSS manuals.
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Is there any one section that is more important than the other? Why?
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Which sections are updated regularly?
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Are the Crew expected to maintain records within the MOSS Manuals?
2. List the emergency responses that should be included in the Unit CRV MOSS manuals:
Man Overboard, Fire, Capsize, Abandon Ship, Grounding ,
Collision, Loss of Propulsion, Loss of steering, Medical Emergency,
Pollution
Safe Operation
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3. MOSS Responsibilities
Key learning: The responsibilities within MOSS are managed at different levels.
1. In the table below record the themes that the Region, Unit, Master and Crew have in common.
Common Themes
Compliance with the MOSS Manual
Reporting an accident or incident to the appropriate person
Appropriate training and qualifications
Participate in the unit MOSS system
2. What is the Unit Safety Officer responsible for?
The
Unit
Safety
Officer
is
responsible
for
the
maintenance
and
management of the MOSS system.
Ensures that all Crew comply with the MOSS Manual.
Maintains a register of every accident, incident or mishap, and ensures
all accidents and incidents are reported to the Regional Operations
Manager as soon as possible.
Ensure the CRV is maintained in a fit for purpose condition and
undertake required surveys, inspections and audits.
Ensure that all Crew have an adequate understanding of relevant
mandatory rules and regulations relating to MOSS.
Ensure that all Masters maintain appropriate qualifications and have the
required skill to perform their duties safely.
Ensure that the vessel is manned according to prescribed requirements in
the MOSS Manual.
Ensures the effectiveness of the MOSS system by evaluating and reviewing
regularly
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3. What should the Unit Safety Officer do if an accident or incident occurs on the CRV?
Ensure that the accidents or incidents is reported to the
Regional Operations Manager as soon as possible.
4. Key Points for the MOSS System
Key Learning: MOSS makes ship owners and operators responsible for the daily safe operation of
their vessels, ensuring that the safety of a vessel and its crew, and protection of the marine
environment, is maintained.
Challenge: Order the 11 key points below. The one that is most important to you will be number 1,
the least important number 11.
Write one other persons order on your table.
You
Other
Key Point
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Make sure the MOSS manual is vessel specific.
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MOSS is there to keep the vessel safe.
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MOSS helps to run a safe operation.
Manage the hazards on the vessel. Keep an up to date hazard register,
ensure hazards are identified and eliminated. If elimination is not possible
then isolate or minimise the hazard.
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Prepare for emergencies on the vessel by practising emergency responses.
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Provide inductions to the vessel for all new crew and passengers.
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Ensure training records for all skippers and crew are up to date.
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Make sure to review all procedures regularly.
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Fill in the vessel logbook.
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Keep all relevant paperwork in the MOSS manuals.
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Carry the Certificate of Survey on the vessel.
 Have a discussion around the order that you came up with. Were they the same? If not does it
matter? Should they be in a particular order?
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5. Key Websites
Key Learning: Further information regarding MOSS can be found on the Maritime New Zealand
website.
1. Activity: Keeping Up with the Latest
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Read the examples of the publications provided.
Go to the MNZ website and access the newsletters.
Share interesting items / stories found and discuss implications of the readings.
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