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Follow work procedures to maintain the marine environment

Follow work procedures to maintain the marine environment

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM50003B
State Code
W5339
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
01/12/2005
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/06/2009
Field of Education
120505 - Work Practices Programmes
Original Release Date
18/06/2009
Nominal Hours
12
Description
This unit covers conducting work on vessels or equipment without adversely affecting the quality of the marine environment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify from work procedures and personal observation activities that may impact on the environment
  • 1.1. Workplace environment and health and safety procedures are located and used to identify approved work procedures.
  • 1.2. Workplace is observed noting location of drains and interceptors; bunded work and storage areas; recyclable, solid and hazardous waste storage; emergency equipment and spill kits; areas where work may impact on the environment; and equipment and practices used to minimise environmental damage and legally dispose of waste.
2. Complete assigned housekeeping duties
  • 2.1. Assigned housekeeping duties are completed following workplace procedures ensuring that waste is correctly removed to appropriate location; any damaged equipment is tagged for maintenance and notified to appropriate personnel; and schedules and records for housekeeping duties are maintained.
  • 2.2. Housekeeping duties are carried out following workplace approved safe work practices and procedures.
3. Follow spill clean-up procedures
  • 3.1. Source of spill is identified and stopped if possible and notification is made to appropriate personnel.
  • 3.2. Appropriate materials are identified to contain spills including booms, portable bunding, absorbent materials and drain blocks.
  • 3.3. Spills are cleaned up following workplace procedures.
  • 3.4. Waste is disposed of in appropriate locations and containers.
4. Assist the business to maintain the quality of the environment
  • 4.1. Business environment policy is followed.
  • 4.2. Excessive idling and revving of engines is avoided.
  • 4.3. Noisy activities are located away from neighbours where possible.
  • 4.4. Noise suppression procedures are used where available.
  • 4.5. Dust control and waste containment measures are used.
  • 4.6. Waste is appropriately collected and disposed.
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.
Housekeeping duties
Relevant housekeeping duties include:
covering/protecting surfaces prior to starting work
returning materials and equipment to appropriate storage
sweeping and cleaning
containment and mopping of spills
appropriate disposal/discharge of waste products
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
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to conduct work on vessels using sound work practices without adversely affecting the quality of the marine environment.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling associated with a marine environment, or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Guidance information for assessment
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAT02 MEM50003 Follow work procedures to maintain the marine environment Unit of competency