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Manage operations and maintenance on vessels limited by tonnage or near coastal operations

Manage operations and maintenance on vessels limited by tonnage or near coastal operations

Unit of competency
National Code
MARD5002A
State Code
WG403
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
06/06/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
10/02/2014
Field of Education
031701 - Maritime Engineering
Original Release Date
10/02/2014
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to manage the operations of a commercial ocean-going vessel limited by tonnage or near coastal operations. It includes administration of vessel stability, cargo operations and planned maintenance system in compliance with Australian and international regulations and guidelines, protection of the marine environment and the safety of the vessel and people on board.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Manage maintenance of vessel stability and safety parameters
  • 1.1 Vessel dynamic stability is interpreted and analysed
  • 1.2 Vessel stability is correctly maintained in normal and adverse operational conditions
  • 1.3 Vessel safety parameters are correctly maintained within normal operational limits during cargo operations
2 Administer planning of cargo operations on vessel limited by tonnage or near coastal operations
  • 2.1 Impact of cargo operations on vessel stability is managed
  • 2.2 Draft survey is conducted and used
  • 2.3 Appropriate procedures are administered for all cargo operations
3 Administer planned maintenance system
  • 3.1 Vessel routine preventative maintenance plan is correctly interpreted and implemented
  • 3.2 Arrangements are made for maintenance activities to be carried out at required times
  • 3.3 Repairs to vessel hull or equipment and/or repair or replacement of equipment or components are organised according to procedures
4 Dock or slip vessel limited by tonnage or near coastal operations
  • 4.1 Type of slipway, dock or vessel lifting facility is identified and suitability for type of hull assessed
  • 4.2 Hull data is correctly interpreted and recorded
  • 4.3 Appropriate plan is prepared for procedures to be taken onboard vessel prior to, during and on completion of proposed slipping or docking operations
  • 4.4 Cradle is correctly prepared prior to slipping of vessel
  • 4.5 Appropriate precautions are taken prior to slipping and refloating of vessel and when shoring/supporting vessel
  • 4.6 Vessel is correctly refloated after slipping and maintenance operations
5 Carry out inspection and maintenance procedures on vessel limited by tonnage or near coastal operations
  • 5.1 Inspections of vessel hull, equipment and components are carried out according to company maintenance schedules and vessel manufacturer instructions
  • 5.2 Deterioration of vessel structure and fittings is identified and appropriate maintenance action is initiated according to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and pollution control requirements, company procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 5.3 Lubricants, marine preservatives or finishes are applied correctly using appropriate application equipment according to WHS/OHS requirements, company procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 5.4 Problems in application of lubricants, marine preservatives, finishes and other maintenance materials and chemicals are identified and reported, and appropriate remedial action is initiated
  • 5.5 Records of maintenance and lubrication work carried out are completed according to procedures
6 Administer correct selection and use of maintenance equipment and materials
  • 6.1 Tools and equipment are correctly identified and used according to WHS/OHS requirements
  • 6.2 Maintenance materials are obtained
  • 6.3 Defective equipment and materials are identified and reported
  • 6.4 Maintenance equipment and materials are correctly cleaned and stored after use
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
Vessel may include:
Vessel up to 500 GT operating in international waters
Vessel up to 3000 GT operating in near coastal waters
Deterioration of vessel structure and fittings may include:
Corrosion of hull fittings and equipment
Decay of timber surfaces
Osmosis and underwater blistering of painted and fibreglass finishes

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, the required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:
taking prompt action to report and/or rectify operational and maintenance problems
completing work systematically with required attention to detail
recognising and adapting appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions among crew and others
carrying out operational management of vessel while underway, when berthed or moored, when slipped or in dry dock, during routine or unplanned events.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include access to:
industry-approved marine operations site where managing the operations and maintenance on vessels limited by tonnage or near coastal operations can be conducted
tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry
relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities
range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments
appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.
Method of assessment
Practical assessment must occur in an:
appropriately simulated workplace environment and/or
appropriate range of situations in the workplace.
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:
direct observation of the candidate managing the operations and maintenance on vessels limited by tonnage or near coastal operations
direct observation of the candidate applying relevant WHS/OHS requirements and work practices.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess Required Knowledge.
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language and literacy requirements of the work being performed and the capacity of the candidate.