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Use an electronic chart display and information system to navigate safely

Use an electronic chart display and information system to navigate safely

Unit of competency
National Code
MARH009
State Code
WH856
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/10/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/02/2014
Field of Education
031705 - Marine Craft Operation
Original Release Date
04/02/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to maintain safe navigation of a commercial vessel greater than 500 gross tonnage (GT) using an electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS).This unit applies to a Watchkeeper Deck, a Master up to 500 GT, a Master up to 80 metres Near Coastal or a Master Unlimited.This unit has links to legislative and certification requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Set up an ECDIS
  • 1.1 ECDIS is initialised and programmed with own vessel data
  • 1.2 Operational performance and accuracy of ECDIS is confirmed
  • 1.3 Settings and values are adjusted to suit conditions for passage planning and navigation
  • 1.4 Means of providing additional information is correctly interfaced with ECDIS
2 Use an ECDIS for passage planning and navigation
  • 2.1 ECDIS is used to assist in passage planning and the conduct of navigation
  • 2.2 Information on ECDIS is monitored to ensure safe navigation
  • 2.3 Information obtained from ECDIS is interpreted and analysed taking into account limitations of equipment, all connected sensors and prevailing circumstances and conditions
  • 2.4 Position of vessel is confirmed by alternative means
  • 2.5 Safety of navigation is maintained through adjustments made to vessel course and speed
  • 2.6 System and position alarms are responded to, to maintain safety of navigation
  • 2.7 Situational awareness is maintained while using ECDIS
3 Maintain data
  • 3.1 Data produced by ECDIS that should be retained to conform with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements is identified
  • 3.2 Data is stored electronically or in hard copy as required by organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
  • 3.3 Security and access requirements for data are adhered to in accordance with organisational procedures
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG441 MARH5003A Use an electronic chart display and information system to navigate safely Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCH34 MARH023 Use of electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS) to maintain the safety of navigation Unit of competency