Tool-Description

The NTS-OOD is a system that incorporates the nontechnical skills required by officers of the deck in a naval environment. These skills are essential for the effective performance of duties and for managing the demands associated with naval operations.

Key nontechnical skills included in NTS-OOD:

Communication: Effective exchange of information among crew members.

Decision-making: The ability to make rapid and rational decisions under pressure.

Teamwork: Collaboration and coordination with other officers and crew members to achieve common goals.

Workload management: Allocation and prioritization of tasks to avoid overload and maximize performance.

Data Analysis and Usage

The evaluation of nontechnical skills is conducted through observation and assessment of officers’ behavior while performing their duties. The collected data include qualitative information, which is coded and analyzed to assess skill levels and identify areas for improvement.

Key analytical techniques include:

Qualitative analysis of behaviors through structured observations by experts.

Statistical analysis to compare nontechnical skills among different officers and estimate the impact on the performance and safety of naval operations.

The use of this data aims to enhance the training of officers of the deck by providing targeted feedback and educational interventions to improve their nontechnical skills.

Purpose

The primary goal of NTS-OOD is to:

Identify and evaluate the critical nontechnical skills of officers of the deck that contribute to the effective execution of naval operations.

Improve safety and performance in navigation by promoting the development of skills such as communication, teamwork, and decision-making.

Support the design of training programs for officers, enhancing their ability to manage challenging and unpredictable situations.

Calibration

The calibration of NTS-OOD includes:

Reliability analysis to assess the consistency of nontechnical skill evaluations by different observers or trainers.

Content validation to ensure that the system accurately assesses the required skills for officers of the deck.

Feedback from subject matter experts for the continuous improvement of the classification and evaluation of skills.

Bibliography

Flin, R., O’Connor, P., & Crichton, M. (2008). Safety at the Sharp End: A Guide to Non-Technical Skills. Ashgate Publishing. [Provides a general framework for nontechnical skills in high-risk environments].

Laczko, D., & Lancaster, S. (2014). The importance of non-technical skills in the maritime industry. International Journal of Maritime Engineering, 156(A3), 195-204.

Grech, M. R., Horberry, T. J., & Smith, A. (2008). Human Factors in the Maritime Domain. CRC Press. [Examines the impact of nontechnical skills in the maritime industry].