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Perform routine maintenance on a vessel up to 24 metres

Perform routine maintenance on a vessel up to 24 metres

Unit of competency
National Code
MARB029
State Code
OAB88
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
22/11/2024
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/12/2018
Field of Education
031701 - Maritime Engineering
Original Release Date
06/12/2018
Nominal Hours
36
Description
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan maintenance tasks
  • 1.1 Planned maintenance system is accessed to establish maintenance requirements for vessel
  • 1.2 Maintenance tasks are proposed and prioritised in conjunction with others involved in or affected by the maintenance work
  • 1.3 Resource requirements are identified and allocated to ensure efficient completion of tasks
  • 1.4 Maintenance tasks to be performed are recorded in a maintenance schedule according to organisational procedures
2 Perform basic deck maintenance
  • 2.1 Deck surfaces are checked according to planned maintenance system
  • 2.2 Deterioration or corrosion of vessel deck surfaces is identified and appropriate maintenance action is carried out according to planned maintenance system
  • 2.3 Minor faults and imperfections in paint surfaces are repaired according to organisational procedures
  • 2.4 Weathered surfaces are restored using cleaners and liquid abrasives according to manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures
  • 2.5 Tools and equipment are used correctly and safely
  • 2.6 Maintenance materials are obtained, prepared and applied according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions
3 Carry out cleaning activities
  • 3.1 Area to be cleaned is prepared and hazards are identified
  • 3.2 Work area is barricaded or warning signs provided, as appropriate, to reduce risk to other crew members
  • 3.3 Correct chemicals and cleaning agents are selected and applied according to manufacturer instructions and work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements
  • 3.4 Equipment is used correctly and safely
  • 3.5 Cleaning tasks are completed according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions
4 Prepare and paint surfaces
  • 4.1 Suitable personal protective clothing is selected and used according to WHS/OHS requirements
  • 4.2 Surfaces are prepared using correct equipment
  • 4.3 Rust remover, rust converter and undercoats are applied according to manufacturer specifications
  • 4.4 Paints are mixed in correct proportions according to manufacturer specifications
  • 4.5 Paint is applied using appropriate application equipment
5 Carry out routine maintenance of deck fittings, equipment and systems
  • 5.1 Fittings and equipment are inspected and inspection results are compared with manufacturer specifications
  • 5.2 Maintenance tasks are carried out to specifications
  • 5.3 Mechanical equipment and system components are checked with appropriate instruments
  • 5.4 Faulty items or components are identified and maintenance procedures selected
  • 5.5 Unserviceable equipment is tagged and faults are identified according to organisational procedures
6 Repair or replace faulty fittings and equipment
  • 6.1 Fittings and equipment are safely isolated according to regulations and WHS/OHS requirements
  • 6.2 Faulty fittings or equipment are removed using appropriate tools, equipment and procedures
  • 6.3 Replaceable items are selected or serviceable items are fitted according to manufacturer specifications
  • 6.4 Adjustments are made to fittings or equipment to comply with specifications
  • 6.5 Operational check is carried out to ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications
  • 6.6 Maintenance report is completed according to organisational procedures
7 Supervise crew in completing maintenance tasks
  • 7.1 Workload is organised in order of priority according to planned maintenance system
  • 7.2 Maintenance tasks are allocated to appropriate crew members with consideration of individual experience and qualifications
  • 7.3 Crew members are clearly briefed on their responsibility and maintenance tasks and WHS/OHS requirements
  • 7.4 Guidance is provided appropriate to maintenance task and individual experience
  • 7.5 Completed work is checked to ensure maintenance is performed according to organisational procedures
8 Clean up
  • 8.1 Work area is cleared and cleaned for serviceable condition
  • 8.2 Materials are disposed of or recycled according to legislative and organisational requirements
  • 8.3 Tools and equipment are cleaned, checked and stored according to organisational procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WH797 MARB004 Perform routine maintenance on a vessel up to 24 metres Unit of competency