Description
Navigate European waterways in accordance with navigation agreements.
Alternative labels
perform transportation activities in inland waterways in Europe
sail inland waterways in Europe
undertake voyages on European inland waterways
sail European inland waterways
transit through European inland waterways
transit through inland waterways in Europe
use European inland waterways
navigate inland waterways in Europe
undertake voyages on inland waterways in Europe
perform transportation activities in European inland waterways
utilise European inland waterways
travel on European inland waterways
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Navigate European inland waterways is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Helmsman: Helmsmen are members of the crew on the highest rank of the operational level on an inland vessel. They perform a variety of duties concerned with the operation and upkeep of deck department areas, the engine and other equipment, mooring and unmooring, as well as the steering of the ship as the main task.
Matrose: Matroses are members of the deck department of an inland water transportship. They may work on the helm, on the deck, in the cargo hold and in the engine room. They may be called on to use emergency, lifesaving, damage control, and safety equipment. They perform all operations connected with the launching of lifesaving equipment and are expected to be able to operate deck machinery, mooring and anchoring equipment.
Skipper: Skippers are the highest authority on-board or on inland waterways, they are in charge of the vessel and are held responsible for the safety and well being of the clients and crew. They are licensed by the responsible authority and will determine the operations of the vessel at any time. They are the ultimate instance responsible for the crew, the ship, the cargo and/or passengers, and the voyage.
Optional skill
Navigate European inland waterways is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
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