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Monitor, loading, unloading, securing and stowage of cargo

Monitor, loading, unloading, securing and stowage of cargo

Unit of competency
National Code
MARA025
State Code
OCH10
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
09/04/2021
Field of Education
031705 - Marine Craft Operation
Original Release Date
09/04/2021
Nominal Hours
45
Description
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Develop cargo plan
  • 1.1 Cargo plan is developed to determine required cargo operations
  • 1.2 Characteristics of cargo being transported are identified and the type, severity and impact of the hazard posed by cargo on safety, the environment, vessel operations and personnel are established
  • 1.3 Cargo plan is evaluated to ensure regulations relating to hazardous materials and/or dangerous goods are complied with
  • 1.4 Cargo plan is assessed to ensure incompatible cargo stowage is avoided
  • 1.5 Cargo plan is checked to ensure unloading sequence is effective
2 Prepare for loading
  • 2.1 Holds are checked to ensure they are clean, dry and free of odour
  • 2.2 Safety arrangements are verified to ensure they are operational
  • 2.3 Supplies of cargo protection and securing material are reviewed to ensure there are sufficient available
  • 2.4 Bilge suctions are protected before loading
  • 2.5 Checks are made to ensure cargo is correctly identified, inspected and confirmed against documentation
  • 2.6 Preparations for loading are monitored according to stowage plan and organisational procedures
  • 2.7 Ballast discharge plan is identified and confirmed and appropriate actions to support this plan are undertaken
3 Supervise loading/unloading of cargo
  • 3.1 Instructions are given to crew and stevedores involved in cargo loading/unloading according to cargo stowage plan
  • 3.2 Compliance with regulations, procedures and instructions pertaining to type of cargo being handled is managed during loading/unloading operations
  • 3.3 Loading/unloading is monitored to ensure loading rate is not exceeded
  • 3.4 Vessel stability is observed during loading/unloading operations
  • 3.5 Loading/unloading operations are checked against cargo plan
  • 3.6 Cargo is secured according to cargo plan
  • 3.7 Cargo handling documentation is completed according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
  • 3.8 Transfer of cargo is monitored to prevent hazards
  • 3.9 Gas monitoring equipment is regularly inspected and used according to organisational procedures, as required
4 Monitor care of cargo during voyage
  • 4.1 Plan for care of cargo during voyage is implemented according to organisational and customer requirements, and relevant regulations
  • 4.2 Ventilation and humidity control systems are checked
  • 4.3 Actions required to maintain the safety and security of cargo during the voyage are initiated according to customer requirements and organisational procedures
  • 4.4 Compliance with safety and hazard minimisation procedures and regulations related to cargo care is managed at all times during the voyage to maintain the safety of personnel, cargo and vessel
  • 4.5 Safety procedures are followed, and appropriate actions are taken when defects or damage to cargo are detected
5 Take precautions to prevent pollution of the environment
  • 5.1 Procedures to prevent pollution are identified and observed at all times
  • 5.2 Measures to prevent pollution during normal and emergency situations are applied according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures
  • 5.3 All relevant information is immediately reported to appropriate persons when a vapour leak or cloud is detected or a malfunction has occurred that poses a risk of a vapour leak or cloud
  • 5.4 Shore-based response personnel are promptly notified when a vapour leak or cloud occurs
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVE01 MARA010 Manage loading, unloading and stowage of cargo Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BGL5 MAR50320 Diploma of Maritime Operations Qualification
BFW2 MAR50220 Diploma of Maritime Operations Qualification