Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statement
TDMMR1307B OPERATE ELECTRICAL MACHINERY AND ELECTRONIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT ON VESSELS OF OVER 750 KW PROPULSION POWER

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


a.
Work must be carried out:
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in compliance with relevant rules and regulations and IMO Conventions and Codes. Applicable codes, guidelines and standards recommended by IMO, the classification societies and industry organisations must be taken into account


b.
Work is performed:
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independently under broad operational requirements, with accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes


c.
Work involves:
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the application of marine engineering practice to the operation of electrical machinery and electronic control equipment typically found on a vessel of between 750 kW and 3,000 kW propulsion power across a wide and often unpredictable variety of contexts. Contribution to the development and implementation of a broad plan or strategy for the operation of shipboard electrical and electronic control equipment is required


d.
Work requires:
1
significant judgement in planning, engineering and leadership functions related to the operation of electrical and electronic control equipment. This includes management, training and control of personnel, hazard minimisation, analysis of situations and decision making
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT


a
Shipboard electrical machinery and electrical and electronic control equipment may include:
1
that used on an Australian or international commercial vessel of between 750 kW and 3,000 kW propulsion power


b
Operation of shipboard electrical machinery and electronic control equipment may be carried out:
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by day or night in both normal and emergency situations
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under any permissible conditions of weather
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while underway
4
during berthing and unberthing operations
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while anchored or moored

Range Statement (continued)
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b

Operation of shipboard electrical machinery and electronic control equipment may be carried out:
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in dry dock
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when bunkering
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during cargo operations


c
Types of electrical machinery and electronic control equipment may include but are not limited to:
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programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
2
signal transmission systems used for monitoring and control
3
temperature and pressure sensors
4
electronic PID controllers
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analogue to digital converters
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electrical and electronic equipment space monitoring alarm and control systems
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AC generators
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AC and DC motors, including:

i
three phase induction motors such as squirrel cage, double cage, wound rotor and slip ring, TEFC, splash proof and submersible

ii
three phase synchronous motors
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three phase alternators and three phase transformers
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electronic instrumentation and power supply circuits
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main switchboard and shipboard power distribution systems, including:

i
distribution circuits and wiring

ii
protection devices

iii
circuit breakers
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emergency supply systems, including emergency generators, emergency switchboard and battery banks
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electronic governors
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deck electrical machinery
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radio, navigation and bridge equipment

Range Statement (continued)
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d

Operational hazards may include:

1

moving and rotating electrical and electronic equipment
2
using equipment beyond safe working limits
3
poor housekeeping procedures
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non-compliance with safe working procedures
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hot pipes and valves (steam, fuel oil, lubricating oil)
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cold pipes and valves (refrigeration and liquefied gas cargoes)
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working at heights
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dangerous atmosphere
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overspeed of electrical machinery, emergency trips
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noxious and dangerous cargoes
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electric shock


e
Emergencies may include:
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loss of electrical power
2
short-circuits and open circuits in distribution systems
3
loss of electronic/electrical control of systems
4
flooding of engine room
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fire or explosion
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failure of emergency alarm and control systems
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loss of refrigeration
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overloading of electrical systems
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electric shock
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foundering/grounding of vessel


f
Documentation and records may include:
1
safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions
2
planned maintenance system, repair procedures and instructions
3
electrical and electronic equipment and vessel manufacturer's specifications, instructions and recommended procedures
4
electrical and electronic equipment running sheets, operations logs and other operational records and/or computer database of running information
5
vessel's survey procedures and instructions
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vessel's safety and emergency contingency plans and procedures

Range Statement (continued)
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f

Documentation and records may include:
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electrical and electronic equipment and vessel manufacturer's specifications, instructions and recommended procedures
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relevant sections of national and international regulations, IMO Conventions and Codes
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instructions of relevant maritime authorities and class societies concerning shipboard electrical and electronic control equipment operation


g
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
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sections of relevant maritime regulations related to electrical and electronic control equipment operation on vessels of between 750 kW and 3,000 kW propulsion power
2
relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation
3
relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory electrical and electronic engineering practice standards

Evidence Guide
TDMMR1307B OPERATE ELECTRICAL MACHINERY AND ELECTRONIC CONTROL EQUIPMENT ON VESSELS OF OVER 750 KW PROPULSION POWER

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.
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Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:
a
Manage the operations of shipboard electrical and electronic control equipment
b
Operate shipboard electrical and electronic control equipment against specifications on a vessel of between 750 kW and 3,000 kW propulsion power
c
Identify malfunctioning and faulty electrical and electronic control equipment and components and initiate appropriate action for repair or replacement
d
Exercise all required safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when operating electrical and electronic control equipment
e
Identify electrical machinery and electronic control equipment operational problems and hazards and take appropriate action
f
Communicate effectively with others during operation of electrical and electronic control equipment, including effective use of internal communication systems
g
Ensure adherence to relevant maritime and electrical wiring regulations


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 knowledge and skills when:

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operating shipboard electrical machinery and electronic equipment

2
assessing operational performance of electrical and electronic equipment

3
identifying operational problems with shipboard electrical machinery and electronic equipment and taking remedial action

4
taking action to minimise any damage and safety risk that could be caused by electrical machinery and electronic equipment malfunctions

5
identifying and implementing improvements to procedures for the operation of shipboard electrical machinery and electronic control equipment

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applying safety precautions relevant to the operation of shipboard electrical machinery and electronic control equipment

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completing operations documentation and records

Evidence Guide (continued)
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Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
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c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

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relevant sections of maritime regulations

2
OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

3
safety management system procedures and work instructions on the operation of electrical machinery and electronic control equipment

4
following on-board housekeeping processes
d
Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify electrical machinery and electrical and electronic equipment malfunctions, non-conformities, accidents, hazardous occurrences and safety incidents in accordance with statutory requirements, company procedures and the ISM Code
e
Work is managed, controlled and 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


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:

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

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
participate in a range of practical and theoretical assignments, exercises, case studies, simulated operational situations and other assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to operate electrical and electronic equipment used on a vessel of between 750 kW and 3,000 kW propulsion power; and/or
b
operate shipboard electrical machinery and electronic control equipment in a range of operational situations on a commercial or training vessel of between 750 kW and 3,000 kW propulsion power