This unit of competency covers the skills and knowledge required to moor ships that are transporting bulk fluids or particulates. This unit of competency applies to the berthing of vessels transporting liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), other bulk fluids and bulk processed particulates, such as iron ore or alumina. It applies to land-based moorings, floating storage and offtake (FSO)/floating production storage and offtake (FPSO) vessel/buoy or similar moorings.This unit of competency applies to operators who are required to prepare the mooring area, identify and control hazards, follow instructions and procedures to position, secure and release vessel, and identify problems and take appropriate action. This unit of competency applies to an individual who may work alone although under routine direction and supervision. They may work as part of a team or group and will work in liaison with other shift team members and the control room operator and ‘shipping officer’ (or other suitably authorised operator), as appropriate. These operators will liaise with port/jetty personnel as well as relevant ship personnel. When not involved with ship loading/unloading they may be expected to fulfil more traditional plant operations roles.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.