Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 8:29 AM AWST
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Certificate I in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal)
Certificate I in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal)
MAR10418
BDU3
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 09/07/2018 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification applies to people working in the maritime industry seeking an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certificate of competency to:
command and operate the engines of a vessel:
<12 m in length
with propulsion power that is unlimited for an outboard engine or <100 kW for an inboard engine
that is not carrying passengers
that is in sheltered waters or within 5 nautical miles (nm) from point of departure, shore base or aquaculture lease
command and operate the engines of a vessel:
as a tender or auxiliary vessel within 3 nm of a parent vessel within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)
with propulsion power that is unlimited for an outboard engine or <100 kW for an inboard engine
that is not carrying passengers.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
This qualification is required to obtain an AMSA certificate of competency as a Coxswain Grade 2 NC as defined in the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D.
AMSA certification will require:
achieving MAR10418 Certificate I in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal)
sea service consisting of:
7 days qualifying sea service and a completed AMSA approved task book
or
60 days qualifying sea service
meeting the medical and eyesight requirements specified in the NSCV Part D and
assessment by an AMSA approved assessor using the AMSA mandated practical assessment (AMPA) conducted on a vessel ≥5.0 m in length.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = eight (8) units- eight (8) core units
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAB54 | MARF027 | Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OAB66 | MARN008 | Apply seamanship skills aboard a vessel up to 12 metres | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OAB85 | MARI003 | Comply with regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 12 metres | 35 | Unit of competency |
| OAB55 | MARJ006 | Follow environmental work practices | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OAB57 | MARF028 | Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OAB79 | MARK007 | Handle a vessel up to 12 metres | 60 | Unit of competency |
| OAB61 | MARF029 | Meet work health and safety requirements | 12 | Unit of competency |
| OAB70 | MARC037 | Operate inboard and outboard motors | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J710 | MAR10413 | Certificate I in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BJZ3 | MAR10424 | Certificate I in Maritime Operations (Coxswain Grade 2 Near Coastal) | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships