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Monitor and manage vessel operations

Monitor and manage vessel operations

Unit of competency
National Code
MARC012
State Code
WH819
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/10/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/02/2014
Field of Education
031705 - Marine Craft Operation
Original Release Date
04/02/2014
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to plan and oversee activities associated with the regulatory and operational requirements for the continued performance and safety of a coastal vessel.This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry on a range of vessels up to 80 metres.This unit has links to legislative and certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Develop operational strategies and procedures
  • 1.1 Action plan is developed to provide a clear and coherent direction according to organisational goals and objectives
  • 1.2 Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and environmental issues are identified, and strategies are implemented to minimise risk factors
  • 1.3 Quality system is developed for vessel in line with industry standards, compliance and organisational requirements
  • 1.4 Performance measures and operational targets are developed to conform with business plan
  • 1.5 Procedures are established and implemented according to organisational and legislative requirements
  • 1.6 Procedures are communicated to crew members
2 Supervise crew compliance with regulatory requirements
  • 2.1 Regulatory body requirements are correctly interpreted and applied
  • 2.2 Instructions for crew members are developed and implemented
  • 2.3 Crew members are briefed
  • 2.4 Liaison with regulatory body officials is undertaken
3 Plan resources for vessel operations
  • 3.1 Vessel resource and equipment requirements are investigated and documented
  • 3.2 Resource needs are prioritised and matched to vessel budget, and priorities are confirmed after consultation with crew members
  • 3.3 Procurement plan with prioritised purchasing is devised and resources are procured accordingly
4 Plan vessel operations logistics
  • 4.1 Operational work plans are developed
  • 4.2 Operations are checked to ensure optimum use of human and physical resources
  • 4.3 Tasks are implemented according to plans and specifications
  • 4.4 Operational plans are implemented and crew members are briefed as to roles and responsibilities
  • 4.5 Operational plans are documented and amended according to procedures and crew expectations
  • 4.6 Proposed variations are investigated and negotiated in consultation with crew members
5 Evaluate operational processes
  • 5.1 Operational progress is closely monitored against required quality of work and adherence to both budget and time schedule
  • 5.2 Opportunities for preventative or corrective changes are identified using outcomes of monitoring activities and feedback from crew members
  • 5.3 Preventative and/or corrective action is recommended and implemented
  • 5.4 Changes are communicated to appropriate persons in a logical and easily understood manner
  • 5.5 Changes are monitored to confirm improvement in crew efficiency
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG395 MARC4002A Monitor and manage vessel operations Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCG65 MARC048 Monitor and manage vessel operations Unit of competency