The Influence Of Understanding The Collision Regulations (COLREG) 1972 On Competence Of Navigation Supervision Tasks On Ships

Abstract

This research examined the impact of understanding the 1972 Collision Regulations (COLREG) on navigational watch competence on ships. COLREG, established by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), provides essential guidelines to prevent sea accidents, which every crew member must know. Mastery of COLREG is crucial for cadets in Nautical programs, ensuring they perform effectively during Marine Practice and as future officers. This study utilized a quantitative approach, with structured research objectives, subjects, objects, samples, and data sources. Methodology spanned from data collection to analysis. Findings indicated significant direct correlations: understanding of COLREG with navigation watch duty competence (coefficient = 0.201, p < 0.05), application of COLREG rules (coefficient = 0.235, p < 0.05), situation analysis (coefficient = 0.154, p < 0.05), and taking appropriate actions (coefficient = 0.188, p < 0.05). Similarly, cadet performance showed significant correlations with understanding and applying COLREG rules, situation analysis, and taking appropriate actions, with coefficients ranging from 0.078 to 0.174 (all p < 0.05). Additionally, a strong link was found between cadet performance and navigation watch duty competence (coefficient = 0.458, p < 0.05). The results of the study showed that the competence of navigation surveillance tasks on board ships was closely related to the factors of understanding the 1972 colreg regulations. The findings demonstrate that seafarers with a strong grasp of COLREG can more effectively identify navigational priorities and make appropriate decisions and actions in emergency situations.