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MANAGE SAFE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ON VESSELS OF UNLIMITED PROPULSION POWER

MANAGE SAFE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ON VESSELS OF UNLIMITED PROPULSION POWER

Unit of competency
National Code
TDMMB907B
State Code
S5377
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/06/2007
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/12/2007
Field of Education
031701 - Maritime Engineering
Original Release Date
21/12/2007
Nominal Hours
66
Description
UNIT DESCRIPTOR:This unit involves the skills and knowledge required by a Chief Engineer to manage safe maintenance and repair procedures on a commercial vessel powered by main propulsion machinery of unlimited propulsion power.This unit is an updated and renamed version of the previous unitTDMMB901A Organise safe maintenance and repair procedures on vessels of unlimited propulsion power
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan and manage safe maintenance and repair procedures
  • a Shipboard maintenance and repair requirements and goals are identified and defined
  • b Maintenance and repair operations and functions are correctly planned and managed using appropriate project planning and management techniques
  • c Maintenance resources and personnel are assigned to achieve established maintenance and repair requirements and goals in accordance with company procedures
  • d Access and arrangements for shore-based contractors carrying out maintenance activities on the vessel are planned and organised as per procedures consistent with the responsibilities of a Chief Engineer
2 Plan and prepare for classification and statutory machinery surveys
  • a Classification society and statutory surveys are planned and prepared in accordance with regulatory class and statutory requirements
2 Plan and prepare for classification and statutory machinery surveys(continued)
  • b Compartments are prepared and gas freed as required for survey in accordance with established procedures and safe working practices
  • c Regions of vessel requiring routine shipboard close up inspection and maintenance are carried out in accordance with classification society hull life extension programs
  • d Inspection, survey repair and maintenance procedures for machinery, hull work, propellers and shafting are analysed and planned as per regulatory and survey requirements
  • e Dry docking, in-water hull cleaning and vessel lay-up are planned in accordance with established marine practice and regulatory/survey requirements
3 Monitor the completion of shipboard maintenance and repair activities
  • a Shipboard preventative maintenance procedures are managed and completed in accordance with the responsibilities of a Chief Engineer
  • b Appropriate response is organised to reported faults and damage to the vessel and its equipment as per vessel procedures and established engineering management practice
  • c Inspections of completed maintenance and repair work are carried out as per vessel survey requirements and established engineering practice
  • d Vessel's internal communication system is used as per established procedures
4 Lead engine room personnel to achieve planned maintenance goals
  • a Maintenance goals and job functions are clearly defined and communicated to engine room personnel
  • b Engine room personnel are motivated to achieve planned maintenance goals using established leadership methods
  • c Maintenance performance standards for engine room personnel are set, monitored and improved as per management practice and procedures
  • d Effective decision making and problem solving techniques are applied to engine room maintenance and personnel problems
  • e Conflicts between personnel are resolved using established conflict-resolution procedures
5 Complete maintenanceand repair documentation
  • a Correct records are made relating to the organisation and inspection of maintenance and repair operations and machinery failure incidents
  • b All maintenance and repair documentation is completed in accordance with survey and company requirements, class and statutory regulations
6 Establish safety management and hazard control strategies
  • a Safety management strategies for shipboard maintenance and repair operations are developed and implemented as per class, regulatory requirements and company procedures
  • b Maintenance and repair hazards are identified and strategies established to minimise or eliminate risk to personnel, vessel and the environment
6 Establish safety management and hazard control strategies (continued)
  • c Procedures and precautions are applied to reduce the risk of scavenge and uptake fires and starting air-line, crankcase and gearbox explosions
  • d Procedures and precautions necessary for entry into a pump room or other confined spaces on a vessel are established and communicated to relevant engine room crew
  • e Personnel are trained and action is organised in the event of a machinery failure or emergency to secure the machinery and the vessel and maintain the safety of the vessel and persons involved
Range Statement
TDMMB907B MANAGE SAFE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ON VESSELS OF UNLIMITED PROPULSION POWER

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 mandatory rules and regulations and IMO Conventions and Codes, including the relevant sections of the AMSA Marine Orders, and ensuring that applicable codes, guidelines and standards recommended by IMO, the classification societies and maritime industry organisations are taken into account


b.
Work is performed:
1
relatively independently under broad operational requirements, with accountability for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes within the scope of responsibility of an Engineer Class 1


c.
Work involves:
1
the application of management principles to the organisation of the maintenance and repair of the hull, structures, machinery and equipment typically found on a vessel of unlimited propulsion power across a wide and often unpredictable variety of operational contexts. Contribution to the development and implementation of a broad plan or strategy for shipboard machinery maintenance and repair is required and accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the outcomes is involved


d.
Work requires:
1
significant judgement in planning, engineering and leadership functions related to shipboard maintenance and repair operations and procedures. This includes management, training and control of personnel, analysis of the situation, problem solving and decision making
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT


a
The hull, structures and equipmentto be maintained may include:
1
that typically found on any Australian or international commercial vessel of unlimited propulsion power


b
Maintenance and repair operations may be carried out on all main, auxiliary and ancillary machinery, including:
1
steam, diesel, diesel electric and gas turbine propulsion systems and controls
2
electrical systems and controls, including prime movers
3
batteries, transformers, switchboards, distribution systems, lighting systems
4
steering gear, stabilisers, bow thrusters, rudders
5
fluid power systems and controls

Range Statement (continued)
TDMMB907B MANAGE SAFE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ON VESSELS OF UNLIMITED PROPULSION POWER

VARIABLE
SCOPE

b

Maintenance and repair operations may be carried out on all main, auxiliary and ancillary machinery, including:
(continued)

6

deck machinery, including cranes and winches
7
auxiliary 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
bilge and ballast system, oily water separator

vii
refrigeration and air-conditioning plant and equipment

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

ix
waste management and pollution control systems a

x
evaporators

xi
inert gas generator

xii
cargo pumps, tank washing machines and associated systems

xiii
purifiers and clarifiers

xiv
heaters

xv
sewage plant

xvi
fixed firefighting installations and fire control systems

xvii
auxiliary boilers and waste heat generators

xviii
lifesaving and firefighting appliances

xix
hull and vessel side valves

xx
anchoring and mooring equipment

xxi
plant associated with the carriage of dangerous goods


c
Organisation of maintenance and repair operations 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
when bunkering
7
during cargo operations

Range Statement (continued)
TDMMB907B MANAGE SAFE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ON VESSELS OF UNLIMITED PROPULSION POWER

VARIABLE
SCOPE


d
Organisation of maintenance and repair operations may include:
1
development of maintenance and repair plans
2
planning and organisation of statutory and classification society surveys
3
training, leading and motivating engine room staff
4
monitoring and inspection of maintenance work
5
development and implementation of maintenance and repair safety management procedures and hazard minimisation strategies
6
completion of running logs and maintenance reports


e
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
7
gas turbine
8
reduction gears
9
thrust blocks, detuners and shaft bearings


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


g
Testing and repair equipment may include:
1
meters, gauges and electronic instrumentation and other test equipment
2
computer displays of performance parameters
3
hand tools, such as spanners, soldering irons, pliers, cutters, hacksaws, etc.

Range Statement (continued)
TDMMB907B MANAGE SAFE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ON VESSELS OF UNLIMITED PROPULSION POWER

VARIABLE
SCOPE

g

Testing and repair equipment may include:
(continued)

4

greasing and lubrication equipment
5
electric power tools, such as grinders, lathes, drills, etc.
6
pneumatic power tools, such as grinders, sanders, drills, etc.
7
welding equipment
8
block and tackle and portable and manual lifting equipment and jacks
9
protective clothing and equipment such as:

i
eye and ear protection

ii
safety boots and helmet

iii
dust and fume masks

iv
boilersuit/overalls


h
Maintenance and repair hazards may include:
1
moving heavy loads in an unsafe work environment
2
unsecured machinery, components or repair equipment
3
slippery deck
4
welding equipment
5
sharp tools and implements
6
power tools
7
moving and rotating machinery
8
flammable liquids, vapours and fuel
9
faulty machinery equipment handling equipment and lifting gear
10
using equipment beyond safe working limits
11
poor housekeeping procedures
12
non-compliance with safe working procedures
13
electrical wiring and systems
14
faulty earthing on systems and equipment
15
hot pipes and valves (steam, fuel oil, lubricating oil)
16
cold pipes and valves (refrigeration and liquefied gas cargoes)
17
working at heights and in confined spaces
18
noxious and dangerous cargoes
i
Documentation and records may include:
1
ISM Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions

Range Statement (continued)
TDMMB907B MANAGE SAFE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ON VESSELS OF UNLIMITED PROPULSION POWER

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SCOPE
i
Documentation and records may include:
(continued)
2
vessel's and company's planned maintenance system, repair procedures and instructions
3
machinery and vessel manufacturer's specifications, instructions and recommended procedures
4
maintenance log, running sheets and records, including computer database of running information and maintenance records where relevant
5
vessel's survey procedures and instructions as they relate to shipboard machinery
6
relevant sections of national and international regulations, IMO Conventions and Codes, including AMSA Marine Orders and classification society rules dealing with shipboard machinery maintenance and repair
7
instructions of relevant maritime authorities and classification societies concerning shipboard machinery maintenance and repair


j
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 maintenance and repair operations and surveys on vessels of unlimited propulsion power
2
relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation
3
relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory engineering practice standards
Evidence Guide
TDMMB907B MANAGE SAFE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ON VESSELS OF UNLIMITED PROPULSION POWER

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
Manage, plan and manage surveys, maintenance and repairs on a vessel
b
Lead and motivate the engine room crew to the achievement of shipboard maintenance and repair goals
c
Monitor and inspect maintenance and repair on a vessel of unlimited propulsion power as per vessel survey requirements
d
Establish and implement a safety management strategy for maintenance and repair operations on a vessel of unlimited propulsion power
e
Identify typical machinery maintenance and repair problems and hazards and establish appropriate hazard control strategies
f
Communicate effectively with others during the organisation and management of maintenance and repair operations, including effective use of internal communication systems


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
planning and organising survey, maintenance and repair operations

2
assessing operational performance of shipboard machinery and equipment

3
identifying shipboard machinery malfunctions and faulty plant and equipment and initiating action to minimise any damage and pollution

4
monitoring and inspecting shipboard machinery maintenance and repairs

5
identifying and evaluating machinery maintenance and repair problems and determining appropriate courses of action

6
establishing safety management strategies relevant to mechanical and electrical machinery and equipment maintenance and repair operations

7
completing machinery maintenance and repair documentation and records

8
organising and training personnel
c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1
relevant sections of IMO Conventions and AMSA Marine Orders

Evidence Guide (continued)
TDMMB907B MANAGE SAFE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ON VESSELS OF UNLIMITED PROPULSION POWER

2
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
(continued)

2
OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

3
ISM Code safety management system (where existing)

4
security procedures and housekeeping processes

5
managing waste, pollution and recycling management processes
d
Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify machinery malfunctions, non-conformities, accidents, hazardous occurrences and safety incidents in as per statutory requirements, company procedures and the ISM Code
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

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 the registered training organization, and/or


ii
on an appropriate working or training vessel



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 manage the maintenance and repair of structures, machinery and equipment typically found on a vessel of unlimited propulsion power; and/or
b
manage surveys, maintenance and repair operations in a range of operational situations on a commercial or training vessel of unlimited propulsion power
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S2084 TDMMB901A Organize safe maintenance and repair procedures on vessels of unlimited propulsion power Unit of competency