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Work safely in confined spaces on a vessel

Work safely in confined spaces on a vessel

Unit of competency
National Code
MARF010
State Code
WH838
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/10/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/02/2014
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
04/02/2014
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to enter and work safely in confined spaces on a vessel.This unit applies to all maritime employees who could be required to work in, on or around confined spaces on board a vessel.This unit has links to legislative and certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify confined spaces and their regulatory framework
  • 1.1 Characteristics of a confined space are outlined
  • 1.2 Confined spaces in the workplace are identified
  • 1.3 Regulations and standards relevant to confined space operations on vessels are identified
  • 1.4 Relevant codes of practice and sources of guidance for undertaking confined space work are identified
  • 1.5 Potential hazards of confined spaces are identified
2 Assess confined space for entry
  • 2.1 Purpose and need to enter confined space is confirmed
  • 2.2 Hazards in and around confined space and those associated with work to be performed are identified
  • 2.3 Risk assessment is conducted and documented according to organisational procedures
  • 2.4 Risk control measures are identified and documented
3 Obtain permission to enter confined space
  • 3.1 Process and documentation required for authorisation to enter confined space are identified
  • 3.2 Permission to enter and work in confined space is sought from authorised personnel on vessel according to regulatory and organisational requirements
  • 3.3 Permit requirements associated with confined space entry and work to be performed are confirmed and completed
4 Plan and prepare for entry
  • 4.1 Appropriate plan is prepared for completion of work activity in confined space
  • 4.2 Process is followed to ensure confined space is ready for entry
  • 4.3 Appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment is selected and used correctly
  • 4.4 Entry equipment is made ready and used according to manufacturer operating instructions
  • 4.5 Precautions during entry are identified to protect occupants
5 Apply emergency procedures
  • 5.1 Role and responsibilities of standby person/s are clearly defined
  • 5.2 Planned emergency procedures appropriate for circumstances are implemented
  • 5.3 Personal protective equipment and emergency rescue equipment is selected, prepared and used
6 Conclude confined space operations
  • 6.1 Personnel involved and equipment used are accounted for
  • 6.2 Equipment is cleaned, inspected and/or serviced prior to stowage
  • 6.3 Confined space entry is secured, isolations are removed and space is returned to normal
  • 6.4 Permit is withdrawn and documentation is completed according to regulatory requirements and organisational policy
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG419 MARF3007A Work safely in confined spaces on a vessel Unit of competency
S5431 TDMMF5907A WORK SAFELY IN ENCLOSED SPACES ON A VESSEL Unit of competency