Documentation supporting the training and competency assessment of launch coxswains was limited in detail and training records were incomplete.
The completed and proposed proactive safety actions should reduce the risk associated with this safety issue. The status is assessed as partially addressed due to safety actions not yet being complete.
Port Phillip Sea Pilots has commenced delivering crew resource management training to launch coxswains and deckhands. This training is to be expanded to include coverage of launch equipment as a resource.
Crew training is also to be enhanced to include detailed instruction on the use of navigational equipment fitted on pilot launches. This instruction will include a technical element on individual navigational systems, operation guidelines on using all available means, and the integration of the various systems. Further proposed training enhancements include annual crew verification (check trips) and updates to training record keeping.
