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To correct a chart, look up the number of the chart in the index at the front of the NTM, by the chart number there will be a list of all the corrections that relate to that chart. Each correction is given a number to identify it. You then need to look up the correction to discover the details.

The sensors providing the data inputs to ECDIS are the following: The global positioning system (GPS and/or DGPS). The automatic identification system (AIS). The radar and automatic radar plotting aid (ARPA).

A Chart and Publication Correction Record Card system is an effective approach to keep track of corrections. When a new Notice to Mariners arrives, the navigator does not immediately update every chart in the portfolio, he instead creates a card for each chart and records the correction on this card.

Ordering charts (Cells) for ECDIS Creating and exporting an order list of required cell permit. Sending the request to chart provider. Receiving the cell permit and. Importing cell permit.

A navigating officer can then access the system using chart number to print and apply any specific or all applicable corrections for any chart present onboard. There is an offline database and software in use onboard ships where corrections are supplied in the form of weekly mail attachments.

Permits are used to control the permission to use a chart. They prevent unofficial copying and distribution.

The second mate is the third most experienced deck department officer after the Captain/Master and Chief mate. One of their priorities is to update charts and publications, keeping them current, making passage plans, and all aspects of ship navigation.