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Conduct a subtidal marine monitoring operation from a vessel or platform

Conduct a subtidal marine monitoring operation from a vessel or platform

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCMAR301
State Code
OCS67
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/12/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/05/2021
Field of Education
010713 - Oceanography
Original Release Date
21/05/2021
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct a subtidal marine monitoring operation from a vessel or platform associated with scientific research, baseline monitoring or inspection and assessment programs for marine areas. It does not involve diving for scientific purposes.The unit applies to individuals who work in a marine conservation and management role under broad supervision and take responsibility for their own work. They use discretion and judgement in the selection, allocation and use of available resources and for solving problems.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan subtidal marine monitoring operations
  • 1.1 Identify marine monitoring objectives from monitoring program, and confirm with supervisor and experts
  • 1.2 Determine equipment and personnel required for marine monitoring operations
  • 1.3 Determine timing of monitoring program in consideration of environmental and logistical factors
  • 1.4 Prepare a plan and timeline for a marine monitoring program
2. Prepare for subtidal marine monitoring operations
  • 2.1 Confirm permission for marine monitoring program has been approved, and notify stakeholders
  • 2.2 Assemble required marine monitoring, logistical and support equipment and materials
  • 2.3 Check equipment for compliance with biosecurity requirements
  • 2.4 Check operation of underwater equipment and integrity of waterproof seals
  • 2.5 Lubricate, repair or replace components according to manufacturer instructions
  • 2.6 Prepare equipment and materials for transport
  • 2.7 Identify hazards, assess risks and implement controls according to workplace health and safety procedures
  • 2.8 Review operating and emergency procedures for marine monitoring program, and brief personnel
3. Conduct subtidal marine monitoring operation
  • 3.1 Transport equipment and materials to monitoring location
  • 3.2 Prepare subtidal marine monitoring equipment for deployment according to operator instructions and biosecurity procedures
  • 3.3 Deploy equipment and implement monitoring procedure
  • 3.4 Record marine monitoring data
  • 3.5 Monitor the program and make and record adjustments according to program requirements
4. Conduct post-monitoring operations
  • 4.1 Secure and download recorded data
  • 4.2 Clean, service and maintain marine monitoring equipment according to manufacturer instructions and biosecurity requirements
  • 4.3 Organise repair or replacement of faulty equipment
  • 4.4 Store marine monitoring equipment in line with manufacturer's instructions
  • 4.5 Record incidents, and lead a debrief after marine monitoring operations
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