NVIC 06-14 Task 1.2.C

Steer the ship and also comply with helm orders in the English language

RFPNW-X1.2 Helm orders

On a vessel underway or on a simulator, when hearing the command in English, “Hard Right (Starboard),”

the candidate turns the helm to the right (starboard) until the rudder is at maximum right (starboard).

The candidate:

1. Repeats the order;
2. Immediately turns the helm to right (starboard);
3. Stops turning the helm when the rudder angle indicator reads maximum right (starboard) rudder;
4. Ensures that the rudder is not jammed against the stops; and
5. States: “The rudder is hard right (starboard).”