Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statement
TDMMF3107B MAINTAIN A SAFE ENGINEERING WATCH

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 mandatory rules and regulations and IMO Conventions and Codes, including the relevant sections of the AMSA Marine Orders, and ensuring that applicable codes, guidelines and standards recommended by IMO, the classification societies and maritime industry organisations are taken into account


b.
Work is performed:
1
relatively independently in consultation with a senior engineer, within broad operational requirements, with limited accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes


c.
Work involves:
1
the application of marine engineering practice to the keeping of a safe engineering watch on a vessel of unlimited propulsion power across a wide and often unpredictable variety of operational contexts. Defined accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the watchkeeping outcomes is involved


d.
Work requires:
1
some judgement and teamwork in carrying out engineering watchkeeping duties and procedures for vessels of unlimited propulsion power. This includes supervision and control of personnel, hazard minimisation, analysis of performance and operational situations and related decision making and record keeping
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT


a
Vessel may include:
1
any Australian or international commercial vessel of unlimited propulsion power


b
Watchkeeping arrangements and procedures may be implemented:
1
by day or night in both normal and emergency situations
2
under any possible conditions of weather and loading
3
while underway
4
during berthing and unberthing operations

Range Statement (continued)
TDMMF3107B MAINTAIN A SAFE ENGINEERING WATCH

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SCOPE

b

Watchkeeping arrangements and procedures may be implemented:
(continued)

5

while anchoring or mooring
6
while in port
7
while moored or at anchor


c
Watchkeeping principles (as laid out in the AMSA Marine Orders) include:
1
a safe engineering watch must be maintained at all times
2
all necessary precautions must be taken to avoid pollution of the marine environment
3
appropriate assistance must be available to be summoned to the engine room if required by a change in the vessel's operational situation


d
Propulsion plant configurations may include:
1
low speed, medium and high speed diesel propulsion
2
stern tube bearing
3
CPP
4
direct drive shaft
5
diesel electric
6
steam or gas turbine
7
reduction gears
8
thrust blocks, detuners and shaft bearings


e
Main and auxiliary machinery and associated systems may include:
1
steam turbine, diesel, diesel electric and gas turbine propulsion systems and controls
2
steam boilers
3
steering gear, stabilisers, bow thrusters, rudders
4
fluid power systems and controls
5
pumps and pumping systems
6
auxiliary systems and controls, including

i
fresh and salt water cooling systems

ii
lubricating oil cooling systems

iii
fuel, oil, gas, coal

iv
air starting

v
lubrication

Range Statement (continued)
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SCOPE

e

Main and auxiliary machinery and associated systems may include:
(continued)


vi

on-board air compressors and compressed air and control air systems

vii
waste management and pollution control systems

viii
sewage plant
7
fixed firefighting installations and fire control systems


f
Fatigue management strategies may include:
1
recognition of symptoms of fatigue
2
arranging to take a break when symptoms of fatigue are identified
3
maintenance of personal fitness and health and appropriate dietary habits
4
avoidance of excessive consumption of alcohol prior to watchkeeping duties


g
Emergencies may include:
1
loss of propulsion or steering
2
flooding of engine room
3
fire or explosion in engine room
4
loss of refrigeration
5
loss of water making ability
6
fuel oil, lubrication oil, steam and gas leaks
7
loss of electrical power
8
pump failure
9
overheating and overspeed of machinery, governors, emergency trips


h
Potential hazards during operation of main and auxiliary systems may include:
1
operating equipment beyond safe working limits
2
moving and rotating machinery
3
working in confined spaces
4
faulty machinery equipment handling equipment and lifting gear
5
non-compliance with safe working procedures
6
hot pipes and valves (steam, fuel oil, lubricating oil)
7
cold pipes and valves (refrigeration and liquefied gas cargoes)
8
flammable liquids, vapours and fuel
9
working at heights and in confined spaces
10
moving heavy loads using unsafe lifting procedures

Range Statement (continued)
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SCOPE

h

Potential hazards during operation of main and auxiliary systems may include:
(continued)

11

unsecured machinery, components or equipment
12
slippery deck
13
poor housekeeping procedures
14
power tools, and sharp tools or implements
15
dangerous atmosphere
16
overspeed of electrical machinery, emergency trips
17
noxious and dangerous cargoes
18
machinery overload


i
Documentation and records
may include:
1
operational orders
2
ISM Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions
3
vessel's and company's watchkeeping procedures and instructions
4
plant and equipment manufacturer's specifications, instructions and recommended procedures
5
plant and equipment running sheets, operations logs and other operational records, including computer database of running information, where relevant
6
vessel's survey as it relates to shipboard plant and equipment
7
relevant sections of national and international regulations, IMO Conventions and Codes, including AMSA Marine Orders and classification society rules dealing with the keeping of an engineering watch
8
instructions of relevant maritime authorities and classification societies concerning the keeping of an engineering watch


j
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
1
IMO STCW 95 Convention and Code related to the keeping of an engineering watch
2
relevant sections of AMSA Marine Orders related to the keeping of an engineering watch
3
relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation

Evidence Guide
TDMMF3107B MAINTAIN A SAFE ENGINEERING WATCH

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
Implement engineering watchkeeping arrangements and procedures
b
Fulfil engineering watchkeeping responsibilities
c
Take appropriate action in the event of an engine room malfunction arising during a watch
d
Communicate effectively with others in the course of watchkeeping duties


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
maintaining a safe engineering watch

2
identifying and evaluating watchkeeping problems and determining appropriate courses of action

3
identifying and implementing improvements to engine room and bridge management procedures

4
applying safety precautions relevant to engineering watchkeeping operations

5
dealing with engine room malfunctions and emergencies arising during an engineering watch
c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1
relevant sections of IMO STCW 95 Code and AMSA Marine Orders

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

3
job procedures and work instructions

4
ISM Code safety management system procedures, quality procedures and work instructions on the keeping of an engineering watch

5
environmental protection procedures

Evidence Guide (continued)
TDMMF3107B MAINTAIN A SAFE ENGINEERING WATCH

2
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
(continued)
d
Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify engine room malfunctions and emergencies in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, statutory requirements and company procedures
e
Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail
f
Work is managed, controlled and completed systematically with required attention to detail

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 maintain the seaworthiness of a vessel in a range of operational situations; and/or

assist in maintaining the seaworthiness of a vessel in a range of operational situations either:

i
using a simulator, meeting the requirements of Section A I/12 of the IMO STCW 95 Code, over an appropriate range of simulated loading and operational situations

ii
in appropriate practical situations on an operational commercial or training vessel possibly during seatime training