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Perform rigging on board a vessel

Perform rigging on board a vessel

Unit of competency
National Code
MARC058
State Code
OCH38
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/04/2021
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
09/04/2021
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to perform basic rigging operations and to use associated equipment in the maritime industry.This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry in the capacity of:Able Seafarer - Deck or Integrated Rating who apply safe work practices when undertaking basic rigging on a range of vessels.Licensing/Regulatory InformationLegislative and regulatory requirements are applicable to this unit. This unit is one of the requirements to obtain Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certification as an Able Seafarer- Deck or Integrated Rating and to meet regulatory requirements this unit must be delivered consistent with Marine Orders and with the relevant sections of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW).
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Rig and maintain personnel and pilot access ways
  • 1.1 Personnel access equipment is checked and correctly rigged according to workplace procedures and applicable standards
  • 1.2 Requirements and recommendations for safe access by alternative means are identified and organised according to workplace procedures and recognised standards
2 Perform tasks aloft and over vessel’s side
  • 2.1 Site and equipment for working aloft and over the side are prepared according to workplace procedures and recognised standards
  • 2.2 Required precautions are taken when working aloft or over the side
  • 2.3 Chairs, stages, safety harnesses and appropriate safety equipment are used according to workplace procedures and applicable standards
  • 2.4 Portable ladders are correctly used and maintained
  • 2.5 Equipment used when working aloft and over the side is correctly maintained and stored
3 Lash and secure cargo
  • 3.1 Lashing equipment is inspected and maintained according to workplace procedures and applicable standards
  • 3.2 Faulty lashing equipment is identified and isolated, reported and maintained according to workplace procedures and applicable standards
  • 3.3 Cargo is lashed and secured according to workplace procedures and applicable standards
  • 3.4 Appropriate consideration is given to effects of vessel’s motion on stowed cargo when lashing cargo
  • 3.5 Lashing equipment is correctly stored after use
  • 3.6 Loads are correctly rigged using appropriate ropes and rigging gear according to workplace procedures and safety requirements
  • 3.7 Effective communication is maintained with crew to ensure the safety and integrity of the vessel and crew
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWK86 MARC029 Perform rigging on board a vessel Unit of competency