One of AMPI’s core missions is to advocate for the safety and well-being of marine pilots, and an essential part of that work is developing Position Statements. These statements represent many hours of research and development and ensure that our members' needs are front and center as we engage with industry stakeholders. Through these efforts, we strive to improve working conditions, safety standards, and the overall quality of the profession. Our latest Position Statement focuses on the use of simulators in pilot training. Released just a couple of weeks ago, it addresses the role that simulators can play in enhancing pilot skills while highlighting the importance of real-world experience. We encourage you to read through it and leave your thoughts below. AMPI continues to push for improved safety measures and better conditions for our members. #AMPI #PositionStatement #MarinePilotTraining #Simulators #SafePiloting
Marine Simulators in Pilot Training: AMPI Position Statement As the maritime industry faces growing challenges, such as increasing ship sizes and reduced entry into the profession, the use of marine simulators in pilot training has become an important topic. AMPI is pleased to share our latest position statement which stresses that while simulators are powerful tools, they must be used appropriately and not as a replacement for on-water experience. AMPI advocates for the use of high-standard simulators to maintain safety and effectiveness in training programs. Incorporating simulators thoughtfully into pilot training can boost safety and preparedness, but they should be seen as part of a broader training approach. What are your thoughts? https://lnkd.in/gGZ6pVT4 #MarinePilotage #Simulators #TrainingExcellence #AMPIPositionStatement #SafetyFirst
Retired marine manager, pilot, tug master, mariner.
2moFidelity is the key word in this document. In my experience as a trainee, trainer, channel design contributor, new ship manoeuvering contributor, incident replay observer, auditee and auditor, even to this day, the fidelity of simulations has yet to reach sufficient exactitude to fully represent the “real world”. With the admissions that traditional candidate pools are drying up, and small ships becoming few and far between, the document offers itself not only as a position statement but also as very useful guidance for piloting a safe course through the virtual world. On a personal note, I am a strong believer that full bridge mission simulation, in combination with manned model training, offers the most practical suite of training solutions, in a maritime world where some navigating bridges still exhibit a very stripped down layout and team while others are resembling ever more closely the technology and teamwork which defines the simulation environment.