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Carry out trip preparation and planning

Carry out trip preparation and planning

Unit of competency
National Code
MEM50008
State Code
OAS97
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
26/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
031705 - Marine Craft Operation
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
36
Description
This unit of competency was developed by the National Marine Safety Committee (NMSC) and defines the skills and knowledge required to plan and prepare for a safe boating trip and includes maintenance of the boat and safety equipment as well as mooring and berthing apparatus.This unit is one of three core competencies that have been adopted by all government marine safety authorities to contribute to and promote the safe use of waterways and awareness of boating safety and applies specifically to mechanical powered recreational boats, including personal watercraft. However, it is recognised that some aspects of this competency apply to any recreational vessel.Where general operational checks and basic assessment of the condition of a vessel are required units MEM50006 Check operational capability of marine craft and MEM50007 Check operational capability of sails and sail operating equipment should be selected as appropriate.Unit MEM50009 Safely operate a mechanically powered recreational boat and unit MEM50010 Respond to boating emergencies and incidents are the other two NMSC core units.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.Band: EUnit Weight: 0
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Maintain the boat and safety equipment
  • 1.1 Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • 1.2 Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
  • 1.3 Ensure boat is maintained/serviced on a regular basis
  • 1.4 Ensure safety equipment complies with relevant legislation
  • 1.5 Identify location of safety equipment ensuring it is serviceable and accessible, and stowed securely and appropriately
2 Maintain mooring and berthing apparatus
  • 2.1 Maintain/service mooring and berthing apparatus on a regular basis
  • 2.2 Ensure mooring apparatus is appropriate to the vessel and location
3 Plan trip
  • 3.1 Check weather conditions, vessel and personnel for suitability for planned trip
  • 3.2 Ensure trip activity plan takes into account area and type of operation and emergency contact
  • 3.3 Carry out adequate provisions, including fuel, for trip
  • 3.4 Communicate trip details to appropriate person
  • 3.5 Check to ensure the number of passengers does not exceed boat design limitations and/or legislative requirements
  • 3.6 Check to ensure equipment, stores and personal items are securely stowed and do not adversely affects the boat's stability
  • 3.7 Conduct pre-start checks on equipment operation
  • 3.8 Inform appropriate person of safe return from the activity
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
W5344 MEM50008B Carry out trip preparation and planning Unit of competency