Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Relevant government regulations, licensing and other compliance requirements may include:
business or workplace operations, policies and practices
ESD principles, environmental hazard identification, risk assessment and control
OHS hazard identification, risk assessment and control.
OHS guidelines may include:
appropriate workplace provision of first aid kits and fire extinguishers
codes of practice, regulations and/or guidance notes which may apply in a jurisdiction or industry sector
enterprise-specific OHS procedures, policies or standards
hazard and risk assessment of workplace and maintenance activities and control measures
induction or training of staff, contractors and visitors in relevant OHS procedures and/or requirements to allow them to carry out their duties in a safe manner
OHS training register
safe lifting, carrying and handling techniques, including manual handling, and the handling and storage of hazardous substances
sea survival, fire fighting at sea and first aid techniques
safe systems and procedures for outdoor work, including protection from solar radiation, fall protection, confined space entry and the protection of people in the workplace
systems and procedures for the safe maintenance of property, machinery and equipment, including hydraulics and exposed moving parts
the appropriate use, maintenance and storage of PPE.
ESD principles may include:
applying animal welfare ethics and procedures
controlling effluents, chemical residues, contaminants, wastes and pollution
improving energy efficiency
increasing use of renewable, recyclable and recoverable resources
minimising noise, dust, light or odour emissions
reducing emissions of greenhouse gases
reducing use of non-renewable resources
reducing energy use
reducing interactions with native and protected flora and fauna, marine or land parks or areas
undertaking environmental hazard identification, risk assessment and control.
PPE may include:
buoyancy vest or personal floatation device (PFD)
hearing protection (e.g. ear plugs and ear muffs)
non-slip and waterproof boots (gumboots) or other safety footwear
personal locator beacon or Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB)
protective outdoor clothing for tropical conditions
safety harness
sun protection (e.g. sun hat, sunscreen and sunglasses)
uniforms, overalls or protective clothing (e.g. mesh and waterproof aprons)
waterproof clothing (e.g. wet weather gear).
Operations may include:
emergency shutdown to minimise damage
fuelling and lubrication requirements are met
operate under direct instruction for malfunctioning engine system
manual adjustment of controls to correct minor deviation
monitoring of remote operation
start-up and shutdown of engine as a routine with the system functioning correctly.
Engine may include:
diesel engines burning diesel oil or marine diesel oil as the power source for the propulsion of the vessels, and the power source for an auxiliary system.
Parameters may include:
flow
levels
pressure
speeds
temperature.
Monitored may include:
checks
frequency
fuel requirements, including energy efficiency
inspections
noise
oil or fuel leaks
scope
tests
timing.
Schedules may include:
enterprise requirements and procedures
manufacturer information
onboard management requirements
parameters and instructions.
Actionto be taken in the event of irregularities includes:
adjustment of engine and systems
appropriate investigative techniques and safety procedures
fuel and lubrication transfer contained and disposed meeting MARPOL requirements
informing authority.

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
operate, start up and shut down low powered diesel engines and respond appropriately to irregularities
ensure that preparations for the operations are complete
start up, shut down, monitor and operate engines in a safe manner
maintain steady running of the engine and comply with alarm acceptance procedures
carry out adjustment and regulation of engine, including to achieve optimal fuel efficiency
carry out alteration of output as required.

Assessment must confirm knowledge of:
principles of operation of marine diesel engines sufficient to recognise malfunction, implement initial corrective action and seek advice.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment is to be conducted at the workplace or in a simulated work environment.

Resources may include:
operational diesel engine and system
operation procedures and policies.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of practical demonstration
practical exercises
project work
written or oral short-answer testing.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed holistically with other units within a qualification.