Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statement
TDMMB2007B ASSIST ENGINEER IN THE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OF MAIN PROPULSION AND ANCILLARY MACHINERY AND SYSTEMS

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


a.
Work must be carried out:
1
in accordance with relevant regulations


b.
Work is performed:
1
under the direction and supervision of the engineer, within defined practice and procedures with limited accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes


c.
Work involves:
1
assistance to the engineer in the planned basic routine maintenance of the main propulsion and ancillary machinery and associated systems on a vessel
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT


a
The vessel may be:
1
any Australian or international commercial vessel of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more


b
Assistance in the basic maintenance of the main propulsion and ancillary machinery and associated systems 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
while in dry dock


c
Propulsion plant configurations may include:
1
low speed, medium and high speed diesel propulsion
2
stern tube bearing
3
CPP
4
direct drive shaft
5
diesel electric
6
steam turbine
7
gas turbine

Range Statement (continued)
TDMMB2007B ASSIST ENGINEER IN THE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OF MAIN PROPULSION AND ANCILLARY MACHINERY AND SYSTEMS

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c

Propulsion plant configurations may include:
(continued)

8

reduction gears
9
thrust blocks, detuners and shaft bearings


d
Main propulsion and ancillary machinery and associated systems may include:
1
steam turbine, diesel, diesel electric and gas turbine propulsion systems and controls
2
steam boilers
3
steering gear, stabilizers, bow thrusters, rudders
4
fluid power systems and controls
5
pumps and pumping systems
6
ancillary systems and controls, including

i
fresh and salt water cooling systems

ii
lubricating oil cooling systems

iii
fuel, oil, gas, coal

iv
air starting

v
lubrication

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

vii
waste management and pollution control systems as per the MARPOL Convention

viii
sewage plant
7
fixed firefighting installations and fire control systems


e
Emergencies may include:
1
loss of propulsion power or steering
2
flooding of engine room
3
fire or explosion in engine room
4
loss of refrigeration
5
loss of water making ability
6
fuel oil, lubrication oil, steam and gas leaks
7
loss of electrical power
8
pump failure
9
overheating and overspeed of machinery, governors, emergency trips
10
electric shock

Range Statement (continued)
TDMMB2007B ASSIST ENGINEER IN THE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OF MAIN PROPULSION AND ANCILLARY MACHINERY AND SYSTEMS

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f
Potential hazards during operation of main propulsion and ancillary machinery and associated systems may include:
1
operating equipment beyond safe working limits
2
moving and rotating machinery
3
working in confined spaces
4
faulty machinery equipment handling equipment and lifting gear
5
non-compliance with safe working procedures
6
hot pipes and valves (steam, fuel oil, lubricating oil)
7
cold pipes and valves (refrigeration and liquefied gas cargoes)
8
flammable liquids, vapours and fuel
9
working at heights
10
moving heavy loads using unsafe lifting procedures
11
unsecured machinery, components or equipment
12
slippery deck
13
poor housekeeping procedures
14
sharp tools and implements
15
power tools
16
dangerous atmosphere
17
overspeed of electrical machinery, emergency trips
18
noxious and dangerous cargoes
19
machinery overload


g
Documentation and records may include:
1
ISM Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions
2
planned maintenance systems, procedures and engineer's instructions
3
running sheets, operations logs and other records
4
computer database of running information
5
vessel's survey procedures and instructions as they relate to the main propulsion and ancillary machinery and associated systems
6
vessel's safety and emergency contingency plans and procedures
7
relevant sections of national and international regulations, IMO Conventions and Codes

Range Statement (continued)
TDMMB2007B ASSIST ENGINEER IN THE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OF MAIN PROPULSION AND ANCILLARY MACHINERY AND SYSTEMS

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h
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
1
sections of national and international regulations, IMO Conventions and Codes, including AMSA Marine Orders and classification society rules related to the main propulsion and ancillary machinery and associated systems on vessels of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more
2
relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation

Evidence Guide
TDMMB2007B ASSIST ENGINEER IN THE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE OF MAIN PROPULSION AND ANCILLARY MACHINERY AND SYSTEMS

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
Assist the engineer in the planned basic routine maintenance of the main propulsion and ancillary machinery and associated systems
b
Identify and report to the engineer signs of malfunction in the main and ancillary machinery and associated systems
c
Exercise all required safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when assisting in the planned basic routine maintenance of the main propulsion and ancillary machinery and associated systems
d
Communicate effectively with the engineer and other team members others during maintenance activities


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
assisting the engineer in the planned basic routine maintenance of the main propulsion and ancillary machinery and associated systems

2
applying safety precautions relevant to the main propulsion and ancillary machinery and associated system

3
completing documentation and records as directed
c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1
applicable sections of relevant maritime regulations

2
OH&S regulations pollution control and hazard prevention regulations and policies

3
ISM Code safety management system procedures, quality procedures and work instructions

4
on-board housekeeping processes


on-board security procedures
d
Action is taken promptly to report signs of malfunctions in main and ancillary machinery and associated systems in accordance with regulations, shipboard procedures and the ISM Code

Evidence Guide (continued)
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2
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
(continued)
e
Work is completed systematically to required standard
f
Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions among 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 a recognised maritime training institution through practical exercises and case studies that suitably simulate the operation of main and ancillary machinery and/or associated systems; and/or


ii
during seatime on a working or training vessel of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more



4
Specificresources
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 assist the engineer in the planned routine maintenance of the main propulsion and ancillary machinery and associated systems on a vessel; and/or
b
assist the engineer in the planned routine maintenance of the main propulsion and ancillary machinery and associated systems on a commercial or training vessel of 3,000 kW propulsion power or more