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Manoeuvre a vessel 500 gross tonnage or more

Manoeuvre a vessel 500 gross tonnage or more

Unit of competency
National Code
MARK006
State Code
AVE08
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/09/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/12/2015
Field of Education
031705 - Marine Craft Operation
Original Release Date
10/12/2015
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to issue orders to manoeuvre and handle a vessel in all conditions based on the proper assessment of vessel manoeuvring and engine characteristics.This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry as a Master Unlimited.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Provide commands to bridge and engine room to effect manoeuvres
  • 1.1 Situational awareness is maintained to determine progress of vessel
  • 1.2 Situation is assessed to determine manoeuvres required
  • 1.3 Appropriate orders are issued to ensure vessel is manoeuvred safely in all conditions
2 Order adjustments to vessel course and speed to maintain safe navigation
  • 2.1 Effects of the operational environment on vessel performance are evaluated at regular intervals
  • 2.2 Implications of the changed operational environment on vessel handling are assessed
  • 2.3 Appropriate alterations are made and orders are issued in response to assessment of the operational environment
3 Command vessel during emergencies
  • 3.1 Nature of emergency is established and initial action is taken
  • 3.2 Risks to the vessel and the safety of persons on board are assessed
  • 3.3 Appropriate manoeuvres are made to maintain vessel safety
4 Work with pilot to ensure safe passage to berth or anchorage
  • 4.1 Vessel is manoeuvred to ensure safe embarkation of pilot
  • 4.2 Pilot is provided access to vessel resources
  • 4.3 Pilot is provided with information on vessel handling characteristics
  • 4.4 Proposed berthing/anchoring plan is discussed with pilot
  • 4.5 Pilot activities are monitored to ensure safe operation of vessel according to agreed berthing/anchoring plan
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG457 MARK6001A Manoeuvre a vessel 500 gross tonnage or more Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCH36 MARK010 Manoeuvre and handle a ship in all conditions Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWN9 MAR60315 Advanced Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master Unlimited) Qualification