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Maintain marine internal combustion engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary systems

Maintain marine internal combustion engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary systems

Unit of competency
National Code
MARB006
State Code
WH799
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
27/02/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/12/2013
Field of Education
031701 - Maritime Engineering
Original Release Date
20/12/2013
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to complete basic maintenance of marine internal combustion engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary systems.This unit applies to engine workers in the maritime industry working as a Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 Near Coastal on vessels up to 750 kW.This unit has links to legislative and certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan maintenance activities
  • 1.1 Maintenance plan is accessed to determine maintenance requirements for engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary systems
  • 1.2 Inspections are conducted and additional non-routine maintenance requirements are determined
  • 1.3 Manufacturer specifications for machinery and equipment are obtained
  • 1.4 Tasks are planned and sequenced in conjunction with others involved in or affected by maintenance work
  • 1.5 Consumables and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
2 Complete preventative maintenance
  • 2.1 Machinery and equipment is safely isolated according to work health and safety/occupational health and safety (WHS/OHS) requirements and organisational practices
  • 2.2 WHS/OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out work are followed
  • 2.3 Work area is prepared
  • 2.4 Preventative maintenance is carried out in compliance with technical specifications
  • 2.5 Methods for dealing with unexpected situations are selected on the basis of safety and specified work outcomes
  • 2.6 Maintenance work is checked to verify that it conforms to technical specifications and complies with survey requirements where applicable
3 Complete breakdown maintenance
  • 3.1 Nature of breakdown is confirmed using maintenance records and/or logbook entries related to reported breakdown
  • 3.2 Restrictions are applied to operations, where necessary, and Master is informed
  • 3.3 Machinery and equipment is safely isolated according to WHS/OHS requirements and organisational practices
  • 3.4 Repair work is carried out according to technical specifications
  • 3.5 Master is notified of completion of repair work and details are documented
4 Complete hull maintenance
  • 4.1 Checks of vessel hull, equipment and fittings are carried out according to maintenance schedules, survey requirements and vessel manufacturer instructions
  • 4.2 Deterioration in vessel structure, equipment and fittings is identified
  • 4.3 Checks on propeller, stern tube and rudder are carried out in accordance with organisational procedures, safety regulations and survey requirements
  • 4.4 WHS/OHS risk control measures and procedures for carrying out work are followed
  • 4.5 Work area is prepared
  • 4.6 Maintenance work is checked to verify it conforms to technical specifications and complies with survey requirements where applicable
5 Clean up and complete documentation
  • 5.1 Work area is cleared and cleaned
  • 5.2 Materials are disposed of or recycled according to legislative and workplace requirements
  • 5.3 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked and stored according to workplace procedures
  • 5.4 Machinery and equipment is returned to service and monitored for correct operation according to organisational practices
  • 5.5 Maintenance report is completed according to workplace procedures
  • 5.6 Work area is cleared and cleaned
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