Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statement
TDMMB3607B PREPARE A SMALL VESSEL'S MACHINERY FOR SEA WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MARINE ENGINE DRIVER GRADE 3

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 the relevant sections of the State and Territory marine regulations and the National Standard for Commercial Vessels


b.
Work is performed:
1
within established procedures, with responsibility for own outputs in relation to specified quality and safety standards


d.
Work requires:
1
limited responsibility for others in achieving outcomes, including the application of solutions to a variety of predictable maintenance problems
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT


a
Vessel may include:
1
any small commercial vessel within limits of responsibility of a Marine Engine Driver Grade 3


b
The vessel's machinery maybe prepared:
1
by day or night
2
under any permissible conditions of weather
3
while alongside a berth or on a mooring


c
Propulsion plant configurations may include:
1
medium and high speed diesel propulsion
2
petrol driven outboard engine
3
reduction gears
4
thrust blocks and shaft bearings
5
governors


d
Auxiliary machinery and associated systems may include:
1
fresh and salt water cooling systems
2
fuel system
3
lubricating oil cooling systems

Range Statement (continued)
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VARIABLE
SCOPE

d

Auxiliary machinery and associated systems may include:
(continued)

4

lubrication systems
5
waste management and pollution control systems
6
pumps and associated systems
7
small diesel generators
8
fixed firefighting installations and fire control systems


e
Sources of information and documentation may include:
1
relevant sections of the State and Territory marine regulations, NSCV and USL Code dealing with the operation of small vessels
2
equipment manufacturer's instructions, specifications and procedures
3
running and maintenance logs


f
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
1
State and Territory marine regulations related to the operation of small vessels
2
National Standard for Commercial Vessels
3
relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S and pollution control legislation

Evidence Guide
TDMMB3607B PREPARE A SMALL VESSEL'S MACHINERY FOR SEA WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MARINE ENGINE DRIVER GRADE 3

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
Prepare a small vessel's machinery for sea, including the start up and shut down of the main propulsion and auxiliary machinery and associated systems typically found on a small commercial vessel
b
Exercise all required safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when starting up and shutting down the main propulsion and auxiliary machinery and associated systems
c
Communicate effectively with others during start up and shut down operations

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
starting up and shutting down the main propulsion and auxiliary machinery and associated systems found on a small commercial vessel

2
identifying problems and hazards with the start up and shut down of the main propulsion and auxiliary machinery and initiating appropriate action for rectification

3
exercising all required safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when starting up and shutting down the main propulsion and auxiliary machinery and associated systems

4
communicating effectively with others during start up and shut down operations

5
applying safety precautions relevant to start up and shut down operations
c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1
relevant maritime regulations

2
OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

3
standard operating procedures

4
following on-board housekeeping processes
d
Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify machinery malfunctions
e
Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail
f
Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions among crew and others

Evidence Guide (continued)
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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 and other assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to start up and shut down the main propulsion and auxiliary machinery and associated systems typically found on a small commercial vessel; and/or
b
Start up and shut down the main propulsion and auxiliary machinery and associated systems in a range of operational situations on a small commercial or training vessel