Successful Pilot Run of Bridge Team Resource Management Course for Marine Pilots
Capt. Jess Pascual, Capt. Dino Lintag, and Trainees
The United Marine Training Center is proud to announce the successful completion of the pilot run of its Bridge Team Resource Management (BTRM) course, specifically tailored for Marine Pilots. The first marine pilots from the Port of Mina al Fahal, Oman, attended the three-day course. It marked a significant milestone, as the United Marine Training Center is the training center that was selected in the Philippines for this highly specialized training program.
The BTRM for Marine Pilots course addresses critical issues within the maritime industry, such as fostering better teamwork, cooperation, and problem-solving between marine pilots and bridge officers. In addition, this course aims to enhance the interpersonal relationship between the pilot and the bridge team so that they can work together as a cohesive team to navigate, handle, and maneuver a ship safely and efficiently.
The course is not just theoretical. It covers case study analysis and workshops that focus on the human factors in accidents and incidents, such as communication issues and conflicting decisions on board. These real-life situations can lead to stress, tensions, and challenges in operational and interpersonal relationships. The discussions are then reinforced by practical exercises performed in the full-mission bridge simulator under controlled environmental and traffic conditions.
Briefings and debriefings highlight the importance of applying the principles of bridge team and resource management when working as a pilot on board.
By the end of the training, attendees gained valuable insights into teamwork, leadership, and managerial skills and were better equipped to maintain a safe and effective pilot-bridge team relationship.
UMTC developed and delivered the requirements of this specialized training, led by Capt. Jess Pascual, assisted by Capt. Giardino Lintag.
This initiative reinforces UMTC’s unwavering commitment to providing world-class training and assessment for marine professionals. It is dedicated to ensuring every trainee leaves with the proper knowledge, skills, and attitude to perform tasks safely and efficiently in today’s complex maritime environment.
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