Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 12:44 AM AWST
23/07/2026 12:44 AM AWST
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Follow vessel security procedures
Follow vessel security procedures
Unit of competency
National Code
MARF003
MARF003
State Code
WH831
WH831
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/02/2014
Field of Education
031705 - Marine Craft Operation
Original Release Date
04/02/2014
Nominal Hours
9
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to recognise and report security threats.This unit applies to deck and engine workers working in the maritime industry requiring a Certificate of Safety Training.This unit has links to legislative and certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Contribute to enhancing security through heightened awareness
- 1.1 Legislative and organisational requirements related to maintaining security of a vessel are identified and followed
- 1.2 Organisational security procedures are identified and followed
- 1.3 Duty of care requirements are ascertained and complied with
- 1.4 Need for and methods of, maintaining security awareness and vigilance, are appreciated
- 1.5 Own role and responsibilities are recognised
- 1.6 Role of designated personnel for security response is ascertained
- 1.7 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements are recognised and complied with
2 Recognise potential security threats
- 2.1 Potential security threats relating to a vessel are identified
- 2.2 Procedures for monitoring security of a vessel are recognised
- 2.3 Factors with increased security risk are identified
- 2.4 Types and purpose of security equipment are explained
- 2.5 Emergency and evacuation procedures are identified and implemented
- 2.6 Appropriate actions for maintaining security and safety of self, others and the vessel are identified and followed
3 Comply with reporting processes
- 3.1 Organisational procedures for reporting security risks and incidents are accessed and followed
- 3.2 Chain of command of designated personnel is ascertained
- 3.3 Communication modes are recognised and used appropriately
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S5458 | TDMMO107A | FOLLOW MARITIME SECURITY PROCEDURES | Unit of competency |
| WG409 | MARF1003A | Follow vessel security procedures | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCG73 | MARF037 | Follow vessel security procedures (security awareness training) | Unit of competency |