模拟——防患于未然

Simulation——preparing for the unexpected

长期以来,模拟器培训一直被公认为是以安全和经济的方式提供经验、技能和能力的最有效方法之一。自早期用来教授基本防碰撞程序的船桥模拟器出现以来,在巨大的软件进步和计算机辅助影像发展的帮助下,模拟经历了长足的发展。＂全任务＂模拟器现在可以为整个船舶驾驶团队提供在引航和船舶操纵情况下的仿真培训经验,帮助其发现弱点和建立自信。可以通过使用个人设备的程序和＂道路规则＂中有效的培训提高和维持单个培训人员的技术。

Simulator training has long been recognised as one of the most effective methods of providing experience, skill and competence in a safe and economic fashion. Since the early bridge simulators, which were used to teach basic anti-collision procedures, simulation has come a very long way, aided by spectacular software advances and the development of computer-aided imagery. 'Full mission' simulators can now provide an authentic training experience for whole bridge teams in pilotage and ship-handling situations, identifying weaknesses and building confidence. The individual cadet's skill can be enhanced and maintained by some very useful training in 'Rules of the Road' with programs available for personal devices. Many types of simulator training can be 'adjusted' to be ship- or equipment-specific, and huge combinations of situations can be run and replayed to gain the maximum benefit for the participants. The techniques of simulation have moved from the bridge to the engine room, as has cargo and ballast control for oil, chemical and gas tankers. These engine room functions are also benefiting from some exciting developments in technology that will provide marine engineers with similarly authentic training experiences. As a simulation facility, the Centre of Learning and Development at Scotia House represents some of the latest thinking in this type of training. But it perhaps should be seen as a powerful tool in the development of the human element – the people who will keep Chevron's ships safe and efficient. The technology may be state of the art, but the leadership, analytical thought, communications, teamwork and responsiveness to the unexpected contingency are its essential end products.