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Assist in the survey of vessel mechanical features

Assist in the survey of vessel mechanical features

Unit of competency
National Code
MARM007
State Code
AUG42
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/02/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/08/2015
Field of Education
031701 - Maritime Engineering
Original Release Date
28/08/2015
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to assist in the survey of operational systems. It covers identifying the principal characteristics of vessel propulsion, steering gear system, deck machinery, pumping systems, power generation, refrigeration plant and navigational systems that require periodic surveys for regulatory requirements.This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry as a marine surveyor assistant.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Follow requirements for surveying propulsion systems
  • 1.1 Types of propulsion systems used on a range of commercial vessels are accurately identified, and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements
  • 1.2 Shafting systems operation and maintenance principles are identified and applied to survey plan as necessary
  • 1.3 Requirements for inspecting propulsion systems and detecting faults are identified and applied during survey
2 Follow requirements for surveying marine engines
  • 2.1 Main components of a four-stroke and two-stroke diesel engine and outboard petrol engines are identified and survey requirements are documented according to organisational requirements
  • 2.2 Diesel and outboard petrol engine operation terminology and principles are applied during survey, in documentation and in reports
  • 2.3 Main components of marine diesel engine, with its associated gearing are identified, and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements
  • 2.4 Engine operating principles are defined and considered in survey task where necessary
  • 2.5 Inspection tasks related to engines are defined and applied
3 Follow requirements for surveying electrical systems
  • 3.1 Vessel batteries, starter motors and power distribution systems are assessed, and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements
  • 3.2 Types of power generating plants used on board a range of commercial vessels are identified and survey requirements are documented as necessary
  • 3.3 Alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) generator principles of operation and operating procedures are defined and survey requirements are documented
  • 3.4 Precautions and procedures for electrical safety during inspection of electrical circuitry and equipment are adhered to according to work health and safety/occupational health and safety (WHS/OHS) and other organisational requirements
4 Follow requirements for surveying refrigeration plant
  • 4.1 Principal features and operating characteristics of refrigeration systems used on commercial vessels are identified and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements
  • 4.2 Environmental issues and responsibilities concerning refrigeration systems are accurately identified during survey
  • 4.3 Maintenance requirements of refrigeration systems used on a range of commercial vessels are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements
5 Follow requirements for surveying vessel pumping systems
  • 5.1 Principal features and operating characteristics of typical pumping systems and pumping system components used on a range of commercial vessels are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements
  • 5.2 Inspection tasks for pumping systems are identified and applied during survey
  • 5.3 Maintenance requirements for vessel pumping systems used on a range of commercial vessels are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements
6 Follow requirements for surveying steering gear systems
  • 6.1 Principal features and operating characteristics of marine hydraulic systems typical of a range of commercial vessels to be inspected are identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements
  • 6.2 Principal features and operating characteristics of typical steering systems and components to be inspected are identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements
  • 6.3 Requirements for inspecting steering systems and detecting faults are applied during survey
7 Follow requirements for surveying deck machinery
  • 7.1 Common types of deck machinery typical to a range of commercial vessels are identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements
  • 7.2 Requirements for inspecting a range of deck machinery and detecting faults are applied during survey
  • 7.3 Faults in machinery are detected, confirmed with surveyor and actions to rectify issues are agreed and documented in survey report
8 Follow requirements for surveying navigational systems
  • 8.1 Principal features and operational characteristics of a typical navigational system for size and nature of vessel are accurately identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements
  • 8.2 Navigational equipment and systems are identified and appropriate inspection techniques are incorporated into survey plan
  • 8.3 Faults in navigational equipment and non-conforming equipment are confirmed with surveyor, and actions to rectify issues are identified and documented in survey report
9 Apply risk management practices for surveying fuel systems
  • 9.1 Range of fuel systems and their operational requirements are identified and confirmed with surveyor
  • 9.2 Typical risks associated with survey tasks for fuel systems are identified and risk minimisation strategies are applied during survey
  • 9.3 Faults and non-conforming systems are confirmed with surveyor, and actions to rectify issues are identified and documented in survey report
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State Code National Code Title Type
WG500 MARM4003A Assist in the survey of vessel mechanical features Unit of competency