EXAM OBJECTIVES
This exam tests the skills and competence of a DPO against the requirements given in the competence standard DNV Notation AJ/DPA-WV.
The examination is a thorough test to cover the most important competences for DPO’s irrespective of type of vessel, trade or activity. The test measures how well operation of equipment, duties and tasks are performed, all in compliance with relevant international, national and local regulations and requirements.
TARGET GROUP
The exam and certification is aimed at individuals presently, or in the process of becoming, responsible for maintaining a vessels position while the vessel carries out an assigned operation.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Relevant DP courses and practice/training onboard a DP vessel in order to cover the content of the competence standard. Highly recommended to prepare for exam by following one of the KM courses listed below:
DNV DPO Re-certification preparatory course
DPO Specialization
Offshore Loading Phase 3 for Shuttle tanker DPO’s
SPECIAL INFORMATION
DNV Standard for certification ST- 0032 - Certification bodies and examination centres of persons
DNV standard for certification ST- 0033 - Maritime simulator systems
DNV standard for certification ST- 0023 - Competence of Dynamic Positioning Operators
For more information please see course description.
