Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statement
TDMMA107B PLAN AND ENSURE SAFE LOADING, STOWAGE, SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO


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 under broad operational requirements, with accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes


c.
Work involves:
1
the planning and execution of a significant range of cargo handling techniques across a wide and often unpredictable variety of cargo types and operational contexts. Contribution to the development of a broad plan or strategy for cargo handling operations and stowage 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 cargo handling operations and procedures

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT


a
Cargo may be loaded or unloaded:
1
from any Australian or international commercial vessel



b
Cargo handling operations may be carried out:
1
by day or night in both normal and emergency situations
2
under any permissible conditions of weather
3
at various shoreside loading and discharge terminals

Range Statement (continued)
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c
Types of cargo may include:
1
general cargo
2
containers
3
various types of solid bulk materials
4
various types of bulk liquids
5
special and abnormal cargo such as:
i refrigerated cargo and containers
ii pig iron, ingots and steel billets
iii mineral concentrates
iv extra heavy cargo


d
Cargo handling equipment may include:
1
single swinging derricks
2
union purchase derricks
3
shipboard cranes
4
terminal-based cranes
5
pumps, valves and hoses


e
Cargo handling hazards may include:
1
faulty cargo handling equipment
2
damaged cargo
3
cargo handling operations in poor weather or sea conditions
4
incorrectly stowed cargo
5
incorrectly lashed or secured cargo
6
using equipment beyond safe working limits
7
non-compliance with safe working procedures


f
Documentation and recordsmay include:
1
ISM Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions
2
cargo handling operational orders and instructions
3
relevant sections of IMO STCW Convention and Code and the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code
4
relevant sections of AMSA Marine Orders

Range Statement (continued)
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f

Documentation and recordsmay include:
(continued)

5

vessel's log
6
vessel's 'Cargo Securing Manual'
7
vessel's Register of Materials Handling Equipment
8
vessel and shore safety checklists
9
company cargo handling procedures
10
cargo handling equipment manufacturer's instructions and procedures
11
instructions of relevant maritime authorities
12
relevant Australian and international standards and regulatory requirements
13
relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation


g
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
1
sections of IMO STCW Convention and Code and the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code related to cargo handling
2
relevant sections of AMSA Marine Orders
3
regulatory requirements related to problems with marine pest risks, precautions, solutions and responsibilities
4
International Grain Code
5
Lumber load-line requirements and the Code of Safe Practice for Ships carrying Timber Deck Cargo
6
IMO SOLAS Convention

Evidence Guide
TDMMA107B PLAN AND ENSURE SAFE LOADING, STOWAGE, SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO

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 oversee cargo handling operations:

1
safely in both normal and emergency situations

2
in normal and adverse weather conditions

3
across a representative range of typical cargo handling contexts
b
Exercise all required safety, security, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when overseeing the handling of cargo during loading/unloading and stowage operations
c
Identify cargo handling problems and hazards and take appropriate action
d
Communicate effectively with others during cargo handling operations


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
Applies underpinning knowledge and skills when:

1
planning and overseeing cargo handling operations

2
identifying and evaluating cargo handling problems and determining appropriate courses of action

3
identifying and implementing improvements to cargo handling procedures

4
applying safety precautions relevant to cargo handling operations

5
assessing operational capability of cargo handling equipment

c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1
relevant sections of STCW, the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code and AMSA Marine Orders

2
ISM Code and associated vessel's safety management system and procedures

3
OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

4
issue resolution procedures

5
job procedures and work instructions

Evidence Guide (continued)
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2
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
(continued)

6
relevant manufacturer's guidelines relating to the use of machinery, including instructions on equipment capability and limitations

7
quality procedures (where existing)

8
security procedures

9
following on-board housekeeping processes

10
waste, pollution and recycling management processes
d
Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify accidents and incidents in accordance with statutory requirements and company procedures
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, 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
plan and manage the actual cargo loading/unloading operations of a vessel; and/or
b
plan and manage suitably simulated cargo loading/unloading operations over an appropriate range of cargo handling situations, weather and operational conditions