Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statement
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The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
VARIABLE
SCOPE
1. GENERAL CONTEXT


a.
Work must be carried out:
1
in compliance with the relevant maritime and OH&S regulations


b.
Work is performed:
1
within defined operational procedures, with responsibility for own outputs and limited responsibility for others in achieving the specified quality of small vessel operations


c.
Work involves:
1
It involves the organisation and conduct of a range of specified deck operations for a small commercial vessel
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT


a
Vessel may include:
1
small fishing and trading vessels engaged on coastal voyages


b
Deck operations may be carried out:
1
by day or night in normal operational situations
2
under normal and adverse conditions of sea and weather
3
during berthing and unberthing operations
4
while berthed alongside
5
while anchoring or mooring
6
while towing and being towed


c
Deck operationson a small vessel (dependent upon limits of responsibility) may include:
1
using and maintaining ropes, wires and chains
2
splicing natural fibre and synthetic ropes
3
cleanliness, hygiene and tidiness of accommodation and facilities
4
checking the watertight integrity of the vessel
5
checking the securing deck, engineering and accommodation spaces prior to going to sea
6
assisting in anchor work

Range Statement (continued)
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VARIABLE
SCOPE

c

Deck operationson a small vessel (dependent upon limits of responsibility) may include:
(continued)

7

working mooring lines and assisting in the mooring of the vessel
8
checking and operating winches, capstans and windlasses
9
checking and using ropes, chains and rigging gear when lifting loads, including the determination of safe working loads
10
towing arrangements
11
anchoring methods (listed separately below)
12
fishing operations
13
using sea anchors


d
Anchor work on a small vessel (dependent upon limits of responsibility) may include:
1
clearing away an anchor ready for letting go
2
letting go an anchor and laying out cable
3
weighing anchor
4
securing an anchor for sea
5
assessing when a vessel is brought up and is riding to the anchor
6
assessing when an anchor is aweigh
7
operating a winch, windlass and/or capstan as required for anchor work


e
Documentation and recordsmay include:
1
relevant regulations
2
safety management system
3
vessel's operational plan
4
vessel manufacturer's instructions and recommended procedures
5
codes of practice
6
instructions of relevant maritime authorities


f
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
1
relevant sections of regulations of State and Territory marine authorities and NSCV and USL Code
2
relevant Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation

Evidence Guide
TDMMC707C APPLY SEAMANSHIP SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES WHEN OPERATING A SMALL VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A COXSWAIN

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
1
Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:
a
Organise and carry out deck operations in accordance with established standards of good seamanship
b
Exercise all required safety and hazard control procedures
c
Communicate effectively with others during deck and vessel operations
d
Carry out fishing operations (where applicable)

2

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

a

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
b
Consistently applies underpinning seamanship knowledge and skills when:

1
carrying out deck operations, anchor work and securing a vessel for sea

2
towing and being towed

3
applying safety precautions relevant to deck operations

4
assessing watertight integrity of the vessel and the security of vessel's equipment and spaces
c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1
relevant maritime regulations

2
OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

3
job procedures and work instructions

4
relevant manufacturer's guidelines relating to the use of ropes, wires, cables, anchors, deck equipment and machinery, including instructions on equipment capability and limitations

5
on-board housekeeping processes
d
Action is taken promptly to report accidents, safety incidents and operational problems
e
Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail
f
Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions among crew and others

Evidence Guide (continued)
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3
Context of assessment
a
Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations
b
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation:

1
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral examinations, and

2
Appropriate practical assessment must occur:


i
at the registered training organisation; and/or


ii
on an appropriate working or training vessel


4Specific resources required for assessment
Access is required to opportunities to:
a
a suitable range of appropriately simulated operational situations for a small commercial vessel; and/or
b
demonstrate carry out seamanship skills and techniques when operating a small vessel within inshore limits