Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statement
TDMMB107C PERFORM ROUTINE REMEDIAL, PREVENTATIVE AND SURVEY DECK MAINTENANCE ON A VESSEL

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 regulations and instructions from the relevant master/deck/engineer officer


b.
Work is performed:
1
within planned maintenance procedures, with responsibility for own outputs in relation to specified quality standards and limited responsibility for others in achieving the specified quality of maintenance outcomes
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT


a
Vessel may include:
1
any Australian or international commercial vessel


b
Maintenance of a vessel may be carried out:
1
while underway
2
when berthed or moored
3
when slipped or in dry dock


c
Maintenance may include:
1
identification of any deterioration of a deck areas, machinery and fittings
2
cleaning of areas of the vessel
3
repairs of minor faults and imperfections in painted surfaces
4
identification of faulty equipment or fittings and arranging for repair or replacement
5
restoration of weathered surfaces
6
preparation of marine surfaces prior to the application of the prescribed marine coating
7
selection and application of appropriate marine paints for particular surfaces


d
Maintenance tools and equipment may include:
1
hand tools, including chipping hammers and scrapers
2
electric power tools such as grinders, sanders and drills

Range Statement (continued)
TDMMB107C PERFORM ROUTINE REMEDIAL, PREVENTATIVE AND SURVEY DECK MAINTENANCE ON A VESSEL

VARIABLE
SCOPE

d

Maintenance tools and equipment may include:
(continued)

3

pneumatic power tools such as grinders, sanders and drills
4
marine preservative finish application equipment such as brushes, spray guns, rollers
5
rinsing and storing equipment
6
personal protection clothing and equipment such as:
7
eye and ear protection
8
safety boots
9
dust and fume masks, including various cartridges
10
confined spaces rescue equipment


e
Deterioration of vessel's deck areas, machinery and fittings may include:
1
corrosion of deck, fittings and equipment
2
weathering of surfaces
3
wearing of fittings and equipment


f
Documentation and recordsmay include:
1
safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions
2
IMO STCW Convention and Code
3
AMSA Marine Orders
4
planned maintenance system or other preventative maintenance scheme
5
maintenance records
6
vessel and equipment manufacturer's instructions, specifications and recommended procedures
7
instructions, specifications and recommended procedures of manufacturers of maintenance tools and materials


g
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
1
IMO STCW 95 Convention and Code related to the maintenance of vessels
2
relevant sections of AMSA Marine Orders related to the maintenance of vessels
3
relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory marine, environmental and OH&S legislation

Evidence Guide
TDMMB107C PERFORM ROUTINE REMEDIAL, PREVENTATIVE AND SURVEY DECK MAINTENANCE ON A VESSEL

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
Perform basic deck maintenance
b
Carry out cleaning activities
c
Select and apply appropriate paint systems for areas aboard a vessel
d
Check and perform basic maintenance on deck fittings, equipment and systems
e
Exercise all required safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures during planned maintenance operations
f
Communicate effectively with others when carrying out maintenance procedures on board a vessel

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
performing basic deck maintenance

2
carrying out cleaning activities

3
selecting and applying appropriate paint systems for areas aboard a vessel

4
checking and performing basic maintenance on deck fittings, equipment and systems

5
applying safety precautions relevant to routine maintenance operations
c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1
relevant regulations

2
OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

3
safety management systems where required

4
job procedures and work instructions

5
relevant vessel manufacturer's guidelines relating to planned routine maintenance procedures

6
environmental protection procedures when carrying out maintenance operations

Evidence Guide (continued)
TDMMB107C PERFORM ROUTINE REMEDIAL, PREVENTATIVE AND SURVEY DECK MAINTENANCE ON A VESSEL

2
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
(continued)
d
Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify issues and problems identified during planned routine maintenance
e
Work is completed systematically to the required standard
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, 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
participate in a range of exercises, case studies and other simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to carry out planned routine maintenance on deck areas, machinery and fittings on board a vessel; and/or
b
carry out planned routine maintenance on deck areas, machinery and fittings on board a commercial or training vessel