Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
24/07/2026 5:58 AM AWST

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Follow port and terminal security procedures

Follow port and terminal security procedures

Unit of competency
National Code
MARF026
State Code
AWK77
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/02/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
031705 - Marine Craft Operation
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to recognise and report security threats. This includes being aware of and assessing situations involving threats to the security and safety of a vessel or port facility, and reporting threats or suspicious situations.This unit applies to individuals applying security procedures when responding to security threats. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Maintain basic awareness of potential security threats and incidents
  • 1.1 Legislative and organisational requirements and procedures about maintaining security are identified and followed
  • 1.2 Own role and responsibilities are recognised and duty of care requirements are ascertained and complied with
  • 1.3 Need for and methods of maintaining security awareness and vigilance are identified
  • 1.4 Role of designated personnel for security response is ascertained
  • 1.5 Team members and others are encouraged to contribute to workplace security and safety
  • 1.6 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 are promptly identified, assessed and response is prioritised
  • 2.2 Emergency and evacuation procedures are accessed and implemented
  • 2.3 Factors with increased security risk are identified
  • 2.4 Appropriate actions for maintaining security and safety of self, others, port facilities and vessel are identified and followed
3 Respond to security threat
  • 3.1 Relevant personnel are alerted to security threat or situation in an effective and efficient manner
  • 3.2 Potential security threat or situation is responded to according to organisational security procedures
4 Report security threat
  • 4.1 Organisational procedures for reporting security threats and incidents are accessed and followed
  • 4.2 Reports of security incidents or threats are completed
  • 4.3 Communications are maintained with relevant personnel, security operations are reviewed and outcomes are documented
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODO41 MARF049 Follow port and terminal security procedures Unit of competency