Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Access to the work location
Includes:
gang planks
hatches
access ladders
bosun's chairs
rigging
Work platforms
Work platforms include:
purpose built work platforms
mobile and prefabricated scaffold
elevated work platforms
Engineering controls
These include:
ventilation and extraction systems
dust control devices
screens
Personal protection equipment (PPE)
PPE includes:
goggles/face shields
masks or respirators
air supplied or self-contained helmets
appropriate footwear, gloves and appropriate garments
hearing protection
fall arrest devices
UV protection
Workplace housekeeping methods
Relevant housekeeping methods include:
covering/protecting surfaces prior to starting work
returning materials/equipment to storage area
sweeping and cleaning
containment and mopping of spills
appropriate disposal of waste products
Communication systems and methods
These include:
direct voice
megaphone
flares
radio
hand signals
telephone
flags
computer
EPIRB

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to work safely in and on marine craft by identifying any risks, moving and working safely and following emergency procedures.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both. Where assessment occurs off the job, i.e. the candidate is not in productive work, an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling associated with a marine environment, or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Guidance information for assessment