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FIGHT AND EXTINGUISH FIRES ON BOARD A COASTAL VESSEL
FIGHT AND EXTINGUISH FIRES ON BOARD A COASTAL VESSEL
Unit of competency
National Code
TDMMF5507A
TDMMF5507A
State Code
S5427
S5427
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/01/2008
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
25/01/2008
Nominal Hours
8
Description
UNIT DESCRIPTOR:This unit involves the basic skills and knowledge required to prevent, fight and extinguish fires on board a commercial coastal vessel, including taking action to minimise the risk of fire, maintaining a state of readiness to respond to fire emergencies, operating portable firefighting equipment, and carrying out firefighting operations.This unit incorporates the content of the previous unitsTDMMF5302A Fight and extinguish fires on board a commercial vesselandTDMMF1201A Minimise the risk of fire and maintain a state of readiness to respond to emergency situations involving fire, as it applies to coastal vessels.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Carry out fire minimisation procedures
- a Fire hazards on board vessel are identified and action is taken to eliminate or minimise them
- b Responsibilities for checking fire prevention equipment and systems are fulfilled and appropriate action is taken to ensure that they are operational
- c A state of readiness to respond to fire emergencies is maintained at all times
2 Respond to emergency situations involving fire
- a Emergency situations involving fire are correctly identified
- b Type of fire is identified as per the established classification system for fires
- c Initial action on becoming aware of fire emergency is in conformity with established practices and procedures
- d Action taken is timely and appropriate for seriousness of the fire emergency
- e Action taken on identifying muster signals for a fire emergency is appropriate and complies with established procedures
- f Appropriate precautions and procedures are implemented when responding to fires involving electricity
- g Communications are clear and concise at all times and instructions are acknowledged in a timely manner
3 Operate portable firefighting equipment
- a Classes of fires are correctly identified in accordance with accepted firefighting practice
- b Correct portable firefighting equipment is selected and used to fight specific classes of fires
- c Fires are correctly extinguished with a fire blanket in accordance with accepted firefighting practice
- d Correct techniques are applied for the use of hose lines to extinguish fires on board a vessel
4 Carry out firefighting operations
- a Correct procedures and techniques are followed when fighting fires in simulated or real fire emergencies
- b Safety clothing, appliances and equipment are appropriate to the nature of the firefighting operations
- c Extinguishment of a fire is achieved using appropriate procedures, techniques, equipment and firefighting agents
- d Correct portable fire extinguisher(s) are selected and used for the class of fire involved in a fire emergency
- e Appropriate safety precautions and procedures are applied when fighting fires in accordance with regulatory requirements, vessel's procedures and established firefighting practice
4 Carry out firefighting operations(continued)
- f The timing and sequence of individual actions when fighting fires on board a vessel are appropriate to the prevailing circumstances and conditions
- g Upper deck and below deck fires are extinguished using appropriate firefighting equipment and procedures as a member of a firefighting team in accordance with accepted firefighting practice
- h Lifelines are correctly used during interior firefighting operations
- i Correct procedures are followed when operating fixed fire detection and extinguishing systems in machinery spaces
- k Emergency fuels and ventilation shut-offs are operated correctly
- l Boundary cooling techniques are followed
- m Fixed fire extinguisher systems are operated and tested correctly
Range Statement
TDMMF5507A FIGHT AND EXTINGUISH FIRES ON BOARD A COASTAL VESSEL
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
VARIABLE
SCOPE
1. GENERAL CONTEXT
a.
Work must be carried out:
1
in compliance with the relevant maritime regulations.
b.
Work is performed:
1
as a member of a team within defined firefighting situations, with some responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes.
c.
Work involves:
1
the application of prescribed principles and practice to the prevention and fighting of fires on board a vessel. Participation as a member of a firefighting team is involved.
d.
Work requires:
1
some judgement and teamwork in the execution of prescribed procedures for the fighting of fires that may occur on board a vessel.
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT
a
Vessel may include:
1
any Australian coastal vessel
b
Fires on board a vessel may occur:
1
by day or night in both normal and emergency situations
2
under any possible conditions of weather and loading
3
while underway
4
during berthing and unberthing operations
5
while anchoring or mooring
6
while in port
7
while moored or at anchor
8
loading or unloading
c
Types of fires which may occur on board a vessel include:
1
The standard classification of fires
Range Statement (continued)
TDMMF5507A FIGHT AND EXTINGUISH FIRES ON BOARD A COASTAL VESSEL
VARIABLE
SCOPE
d
Firefighting equipment, appliances and systems may include:
1
portable fire extinguishers, including foam, water, CO2, dry chemical and wet foam
2
fire blankets
3
foam installations, including semi-portable and fixed systems
4
sprinkler systems
5
fire pumps (main and emergency fire pump)
6
fire hoses, hydrants, branches and international shore connection
7
fixed engine room installations, including gas/powder and other agents
e
Personal protection clothing and equipment may include:
1
fire-resistant clothing
2
masks
3
eye and ear protection
4
gloves and boots
f
Documentation and recordsmay include:
1
relevant maritime regulations
2
safety management system
3
firefighting and safety equipment operational and maintenance instructions and recommended procedures
4
instructions of relevant maritime authorities related to the maintenance and serviceability of shipboard firefighting and safety equipment and systems
g
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
1
relevant regulations of State/Territory marine authorities
2
the National Standard for Commercial Vessels
3
regulations for the maintenance of fire detection, firefighting and safety equipment and systems
TDMMF5507A FIGHT AND EXTINGUISH FIRES ON BOARD A COASTAL VESSEL
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
VARIABLE
SCOPE
1. GENERAL CONTEXT
a.
Work must be carried out:
1
in compliance with the relevant maritime regulations.
b.
Work is performed:
1
as a member of a team within defined firefighting situations, with some responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes.
c.
Work involves:
1
the application of prescribed principles and practice to the prevention and fighting of fires on board a vessel. Participation as a member of a firefighting team is involved.
d.
Work requires:
1
some judgement and teamwork in the execution of prescribed procedures for the fighting of fires that may occur on board a vessel.
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT
a
Vessel may include:
1
any Australian coastal vessel
b
Fires on board a vessel may occur:
1
by day or night in both normal and emergency situations
2
under any possible conditions of weather and loading
3
while underway
4
during berthing and unberthing operations
5
while anchoring or mooring
6
while in port
7
while moored or at anchor
8
loading or unloading
c
Types of fires which may occur on board a vessel include:
1
The standard classification of fires
Range Statement (continued)
TDMMF5507A FIGHT AND EXTINGUISH FIRES ON BOARD A COASTAL VESSEL
VARIABLE
SCOPE
d
Firefighting equipment, appliances and systems may include:
1
portable fire extinguishers, including foam, water, CO2, dry chemical and wet foam
2
fire blankets
3
foam installations, including semi-portable and fixed systems
4
sprinkler systems
5
fire pumps (main and emergency fire pump)
6
fire hoses, hydrants, branches and international shore connection
7
fixed engine room installations, including gas/powder and other agents
e
Personal protection clothing and equipment may include:
1
fire-resistant clothing
2
masks
3
eye and ear protection
4
gloves and boots
f
Documentation and recordsmay include:
1
relevant maritime regulations
2
safety management system
3
firefighting and safety equipment operational and maintenance instructions and recommended procedures
4
instructions of relevant maritime authorities related to the maintenance and serviceability of shipboard firefighting and safety equipment and systems
g
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
1
relevant regulations of State/Territory marine authorities
2
the National Standard for Commercial Vessels
3
regulations for the maintenance of fire detection, firefighting and safety equipment and systems
Evidence Guide
TDMMF5507A FIGHT AND EXTINGUISH FIRES ON BOARD A COASTAL VESSEL
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
1
Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:
a
Participate in simulated on-board firefighting activities
b
Participate in on-board and interior search and rescue and firefighting teams
c
Implement OH&S principles and policies when carrying out firefighting duties
d
Communicate effectively with others as required during fire emergencies
2
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
a
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
b
Consistently applies underpinning knowledge and skills when:
1
implementing the implementation of fire prevention measures and procedures
2
identifying and evaluating firefighting problems and determining appropriate courses of action
3
participating as a member of an interior search and rescue and firefighting team on board a vessel
4
assessing the operational capability of firefighting appliances, equipment and systems and taking any required maintenance or replenishment action
c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:
1
relevant maritime regulations
2
safety management system procedures, where applicable
3
OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures
4
relevant manufacturer's guidelines relating to the use of fire detection and firefighting equipment and systems, including instructions on equipment capability and limitations
5
on-board housekeeping practices and fire hazard prevention measures
6
fire prevention procedures and policies
Evidence Guide (continued)
TDMMF5507A FIGHT AND EXTINGUISH FIRES ON BOARD A COASTAL VESSEL
2
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
(continued)
d
Action taken promptly to report and/or rectify fire hazards and faulty fire detection and firefighting, equipment and systems in accordance with established procedures
e
Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail
f
Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions between crew and others
3
Context of assessment
a
Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations
b
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation:
1
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral examinations, and
2
Appropriate practical assessment must occur:
i
at the registered training organisation; and/or
ii
on an appropriate working or training vessel
4Specific resources required for assessment
Access is required to opportunities to:
a
carry out a range of suitably simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to carry out firefighting activities on board a vessel; and/or
b
assist in firefighting drills on board an operational vessel
Note: Simulated firefighting assessment exercises may require access to a fire training and assessment facility capable of simulating firefighting activities in a marine environment. Assessments must be conducted in accordance with relevant OH&S requirements. Protective clothing must be worn in accordance with current maritime practices and Australian OH&S standards. Simulated conditions should provide realistic simulated shipboard conditions, including, where practical, conduct of activities in darkness.
TDMMF5507A FIGHT AND EXTINGUISH FIRES ON BOARD A COASTAL VESSEL
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
1
Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:
a
Participate in simulated on-board firefighting activities
b
Participate in on-board and interior search and rescue and firefighting teams
c
Implement OH&S principles and policies when carrying out firefighting duties
d
Communicate effectively with others as required during fire emergencies
2
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
a
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
b
Consistently applies underpinning knowledge and skills when:
1
implementing the implementation of fire prevention measures and procedures
2
identifying and evaluating firefighting problems and determining appropriate courses of action
3
participating as a member of an interior search and rescue and firefighting team on board a vessel
4
assessing the operational capability of firefighting appliances, equipment and systems and taking any required maintenance or replenishment action
c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:
1
relevant maritime regulations
2
safety management system procedures, where applicable
3
OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures
4
relevant manufacturer's guidelines relating to the use of fire detection and firefighting equipment and systems, including instructions on equipment capability and limitations
5
on-board housekeeping practices and fire hazard prevention measures
6
fire prevention procedures and policies
Evidence Guide (continued)
TDMMF5507A FIGHT AND EXTINGUISH FIRES ON BOARD A COASTAL VESSEL
2
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
(continued)
d
Action taken promptly to report and/or rectify fire hazards and faulty fire detection and firefighting, equipment and systems in accordance with established procedures
e
Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail
f
Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions between crew and others
3
Context of assessment
a
Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations
b
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation:
1
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral examinations, and
2
Appropriate practical assessment must occur:
i
at the registered training organisation; and/or
ii
on an appropriate working or training vessel
4Specific resources required for assessment
Access is required to opportunities to:
a
carry out a range of suitably simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to carry out firefighting activities on board a vessel; and/or
b
assist in firefighting drills on board an operational vessel
Note: Simulated firefighting assessment exercises may require access to a fire training and assessment facility capable of simulating firefighting activities in a marine environment. Assessments must be conducted in accordance with relevant OH&S requirements. Protective clothing must be worn in accordance with current maritime practices and Australian OH&S standards. Simulated conditions should provide realistic simulated shipboard conditions, including, where practical, conduct of activities in darkness.
