Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statement
TDMMB1207B FAULT-FIND, DISMANTLE, MAINTAIN AND REPAIR SHIPBOARD PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
VARIABLE
SCOPE
1. GENERAL CONTEXT


a.
Work must be carried out:
1
in compliance with mandatory rules and regulations and IMO Conventions and Codes, including the relevant sections of the AMSA Marine Orders and to ensure that applicable codes, guidelines and standards recommended by IMO, the classification societies and maritime industry organisations are taken into account


b.
Work is performed:
1
relatively independently within an established maintenance plan and in consultation with a senior engineer, with accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes


c.
Work involves:
1
the application of marine engineering practice to the repair of plant and control equipment typically found on vessels of unlimited propulsion power across a wide and often unpredictable variety of equipment malfunctions or faults. Following of an established plan or strategy for the maintenance and repair of shipboard plant and control equipment is required and accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the outcomes is involved


d.
Work requires:
1
some judgement in engineering functions related to plant and equipment maintenance and repair operations and procedures. This includes working with a senior engineer in fault finding and in the dismantling, maintenance and repair of shipboard plant and equipment
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT


a
Shipboard plant and control equipment may include:
1
that typically found on any Australian or international commercial vessels of unlimited propulsion power

Range Statement (continued)
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b

Performance monitoring and repair of shipboard plant and control equipment may be carried out:

1

by day or night in both normal and emergency situations
2
under any permissible conditions of weather
3
while underway
4
during berthing and unberthing operations
5
while anchored or moored
6
in dry dock
7
when bunkering
8
during cargo operations


c
Types of plant and equipment may include:
1
steam, diesel, diesel electric and gas turbine propulsion systems and controls
2
electrical systems and controls, including prime movers
3
batteries, transformers, switchboards, distribution systems, lighting systems
4
steering gear, stabilisers, bow thrusters, rudders
5
fluid power systems and controls
6
deck machinery, including cranes and winches
7
pumps and pumping systems
8
emergency supply systems, including emergency generators and battery banks
9
auxiliary systems and controls, including

i
fresh and salt water cooling systems

ii
lubricating oil cooling systems

iii
fuel, oil, gas and coal systems and centrifuges

iv
compressed air and air starting systems

v
lubrication

vi
bilge and ballast system, oily water separator

vii
refrigeration and air-conditioning plant and equipment

viii
on-board air compressors and compressed air and control air systems

ix
waste management and pollution control systems

x
evaporators

xi
inert gas generator

xii
cargo pumps, tank washing machines and associated systems

xiii
purifiers and clarifiers

Range Statement (continued)
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c

Types of plant and equipment may include:
(continued)


xiv

heaters

xv
sewage plant

xvi
fixed firefighting installations and fire control systems

xvii
auxiliary boilers and waste heat generators

xix
lifesaving appliances

xx
maintenance to hull and vessel side valves


d
Testing and repair equipment may include:
1
electronic instrumentation, meters and gauges
2
computer displays of performance parameters
3
hand tools, such as spanners, wrenches, screwdrivers, hacksaws, soldering irons, pliers, cutters, wire strippers, etc.
4
greasing and lubrication tools
5
electric power tools, such as grinders, lathes, drills, etc.
6
pneumatic power tools, such as grinders, sanders, drills, etc.
8
welding equipment
9
block and tackle
10
portable and manual lifting equipment and hydraulic jacks
11
material safety data sheets
12
protective clothing and equipment such as:

i
eye and ear protection

ii
safety boots

iii
dust and fume masks


e
Maintenance and repair hazards may include:
1
moving heavy loads in an unsafe work environment
2
unsecured plant and equipment, components or repair equipment
3
sharp tools and implements
4
power tools
5
moving and rotating plant and equipment
6
faulty equipment, handling equipment and lifting gear
7
using equipment beyond safe working limits
8
poor housekeeping procedures

Range Statement (continued)
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e

Maintenance and repair hazards may include:
(continued)

9

non-compliance with safe working procedures
10
electrical wiring and systems
11
exposed live circuits
12
faulty earth connections
13
hot pipes and valves (steam, fuel oil, lubricating oil)
14
cold pipes and valves (refrigeration and liquefied gas cargoes)
15
working at heights
16
exposed live circuits
17
faulty earth connections


f
Emergencies may include:
1
loss of propulsion
2
loss of electrical power
3
loss of steering
4
flooding, fire or explosion in engine room
5
loss of refrigeration
6
loss of water making ability
7
fuel oil, lubrication oil, steam and gas leaks
8
overheating and overspeed of machinery, governors, emergency trips


g
Documentation and records may include
1
safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions
2
planned maintenance system, repair procedures and instructions
3
plant and equipment and vessel manufacturer's specifications, instructions and recommended procedures
4
plant and equipment maintenance log, running sheets and records, including computer databases of running information and maintenance records
5
vessel's survey as it relates to shipboard plant and equipment
6
sections of relevant maritime regulations
7
instructions of relevant maritime authorities

Range Statement (continued)
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h
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
1
sections of relevant maritime regulations, IMO Conventions and Codes
2
relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation
3
relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory engineering practice standards

Evidence Guide
TDMMB1207B FAULT-FIND, DISMANTLE, MAINTAIN AND REPAIR SHIPBOARD PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
1
Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:
a
Fault-find, dismantle, maintain and repair shipboard plant and equipment against specifications on a vessel of unlimited propulsion power
b
Identify malfunctioning and faulty plant and equipment and components and initiate appropriate action for repair or replacement
c
Exercise all safety, environmental and hazard control procedures
d
Identify typical plant and equipment maintenance and repair problems and hazards and take appropriate action
e
Communicate effectively with others during maintenance and repair operations
f
Ensure adherence to relevant regulations, IMO Conventions and Codes

2

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

a

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
b
Consistently applies underpinning knowledge and skills when:

1
assessing operational performance of shipboard plant and equipment

2
identifying shipboard plant and equipment malfunctions and faulty plant and equipment of a vessel of unlimited propulsion power

3
taking action to minimise any damage and safety risk that could be caused by plant and equipment malfunctions

4
fault finding, dismantling, maintaining and repairing shipboard plant and equipment

5
identifying plant and equipment maintenance and repair problems and determining appropriate courses of action

6
applying safety precautions relevant to plant and equipment maintenance and repair operations

7
completing maintenance and repair documentation and records
c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1
relevant sections of international Conventions and Codes and AMSA Marine Orders

2
OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

3
ISM Code safety management system procedures, quality procedures and work instructions on the fault finding, dismantling, maintenance and repair of shipboard plant and equipment, including plant and equipment specifications and directions on equipment maintenance

Evidence Guide (continued)
TDMMB1207B FAULT-FIND, DISMANTLE, MAINTAIN AND REPAIR SHIPBOARD PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

2
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
(continued)

4
following on-board housekeeping processes
d
Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify plant and equipment malfunctions, non-conformities, accidents, hazardous occurrences and safety incidents in accordance with statutory requirements, company procedures and the ISM Code
e
Work is managed, controlled and completed systematically with required attention to detail
f
Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions between crew and others


3
Context of assessment
a
Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations
b
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation:

1
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral examinations, and

2
Appropriate practical assessment must occur:


i
at the registered training organisation; and/or


ii
on an appropriate working or training vessel

4Specific resources required for assessment

Access is required to opportunities to:
a
participate in a range of practical and theoretical assignments, exercises, case studies, simulated fault situations and other assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to fault-find, dismantle, maintain and repair plant and equipment typically found on a vessel of unlimited propulsion power; and/or
b
fault-find, dismantle, maintain and repair shipboard plant and equipment on a commercial or training vessel of unlimited propulsion power