Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statement
TDMMF1507B PLAN AND IMPLEMENT SPECIAL SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR CHEMICAL TANKERS

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 regulations, tanker safety guides and port regulations related to chemical tanker safety and operations


b.
Work is performed:
1
relatively independently under broad operational requirements, with accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes


c.
Work involves:
1
the application of special safety precautions, operational procedures and hazard minimisation strategies to the management of the operations, maintenance and emergency situations on a chemical tanker. Contribution to the development of integrated safety management plan for a chemical tanker is required and accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the outcomes is involved


d.
Work requires:
1
significant judgement in planning, technical and leadership functions related to the development and implementation of an ISM management plan for operations, maintenance activities and emergencies on a chemical tanker
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT


a
Vessel may include:
1
any Australian or international commercial chemical tanker


b
Operational, maintenance and emergency procedures may be carried out:
1
by day or night in both normal and emergency situations
2
under any possible operational conditions
3
during loading and discharging of cargo
4
during ballasting and deballasting
5
during chemical cargo condition monitoring and maintenance
6
during chemical cargo sampling

Range Statement (continued)
TDMMF1507B PLAN AND IMPLEMENT SPECIAL SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR CHEMICAL TANKERS

VARIABLE
SCOPE


c
Operational cargo handling cycle of a chemical tanker may include:
1
chemical cargo loading preparation and operations
2
cargo monitoring and maintenance operations during a loaded voyage
3
chemical cargo discharging preparation and operations
4
tank stripping and cleaning operations
5
ballasting operations
6
maintenance operations during a ballast voyage
7
deballasting operations


d
Chemical cargo handling systems and related equipment may include:
1
chemical cargo pumps and pumping arrangements and venting and vapour return systems, piping systems and valves
2
tank temperature control systems and alarms
3
filters and strainers
4
gas freeing systems
5
storage, generation and distribution systems
6
temperature and pressure monitoring systems
7
cargo vent systems
8
cargo vapour return systems
9
tank cleaning systems
10
liquid recirculation and reliquefaction systems
11
cargo gauging, instrumentation systems and alarms


e
Personal protection clothing and equipment may include:
1
masks and goggles
2
protective clothing, including headgear, gloves and footwear
3
breathing apparatus
4
resuscitation equipment
5
escape and rescue equipment

Range Statement (continued)
TDMMF1507B PLAN AND IMPLEMENT SPECIAL SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR CHEMICAL TANKERS

VARIABLE
SCOPE


f
Hazards associated with chemical cargoes may include:
1
reactivity hazards, including effects of self-reaction, temperature and effects of air, water, impurities and other chemicals and reagents
2
environmental hazards to air and water
3
spills or release of toxic fluids, vapours and gases, involving skin contact, inhalation and ingestion
4
corrosion hazards to personnel, vessel structures and equipment
5
working in confined spaces



g
Documentation/records may include:
1
ISM Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions
2
vessel's safety, maintenance and emergency procedures
3
established tanker and company chemical cargo operations procedures
4
sections of the AMSA Marine Orders and the IMO STCW Convention and Code related to chemical tankers
5
Safety in Chemical Tankers, ICS
6
Tanker Safety Guide (Chemical Tankers), ICS
7
International Safety Guide for Oil Tankers and Terminals, ICS/OCIMF
8
Ship to Shore Safety Checklist, ICS/OCIMF
9
Ship to Ship Transfer Guide (Petroleum), ICS/OCIMF
10
material safety data sheets
11
tanker manufacturer's instructions and recommended procedures
12
OH&S and pollution prevention procedures relevant to the handling of chemical cargoes
13
instructions of relevant maritime authorities concerning chemical cargo operations
14
relevant Australian and international standards


h
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
1
sections of the IMO STCW 95 Convention and Code related to chemical tankers
2
relevant sections of AMSA Marine Orders
3
instructions of relevant maritime authorities concerning chemical cargo operations
4
relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S and pollution control legislation

Evidence Guide
TDMMF1507B PLAN AND IMPLEMENT SPECIAL SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR CHEMICAL TANKERS

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
Plan and implement special safety, maintenance and emergency procedures on a chemical tanker
b
Identify typical safety, maintenance and emergency problems and hazards on a chemical tanker and take appropriate action
c
Apply relevant international conventions, IMO and national codes, tanker safety guides and port regulations related to chemical tanker cargo operations
d
Communicate effectively with others when carrying out special safety, maintenance and emergency procedures on a chemical tanker
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:

1
planning and implementing special safety, maintenance and emergency procedures for chemical tankers

2
identifying and evaluating chemical cargo safety, maintenance and emergency problems and determining appropriate courses of action

3
identifying and implementing improvements to chemical cargo safety, maintenance and emergency procedures
c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1
relevant sections of IMO STCW Convention and Code and AMSA Marine Orders

2
OH&S and pollution control regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

3
ISM Code safety management system procedures and work instructions on the checking and repair of shipboard machinery, including machinery specifications and directions on equipment capability and limitations

4
ISM Code safety management system and quality procedures (where existing)

5
following on-board housekeeping processes

6
pollution management processes
d
Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify operational accidents and incidents in accordance with established procedures

Evidence Guide (continued)
TDMMF1507B PLAN AND IMPLEMENT SPECIAL SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR CHEMICAL TANKERS

2
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
(continued)
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


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

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 exercises, case studies and/or other exercises that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to plan and implement special safety, maintenance and emergency procedures for chemical tankers; and/or
b
plan and implement special safety, maintenance and emergency procedures on board an operational chemical tanker