Unit of competency Outline

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Perform rigging on board a vessel

Perform rigging on board a vessel

Unit of competency
National Code
MARC029
State Code
AWK86
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/02/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit involves the skills, knowledge required to perform basic rigging operations and to use associated equipment in the maritime industry.This unit applies to an Integrated Rating or Able Seafarer-Deck who applies safe work practices when undertaking basic rigging on a range of vessels.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Rig and maintain personnel and pilot access ways
  • 1.1 Personnel access equipment is correctly rigged according to shipboard practices and recognised standards
  • 1.2 Requirements and recommendations for safe access by alternative means are identified and organised, according to shipboard practices and recognised standards
2 Perform tasks aloft and over vessel’s side
  • 2.1 Site and equipment for working aloft and over the side are prepared according to shipboard practices and recognised standards
  • 2.2 Required precautions are taken when working aloft or over the side
  • 2.3 Chairs, stages, safety harnesses and appropriate safety equipment are used, according to shipboard practices and recognised standards
  • 2.4 Portable ladders are correctly used and maintained
  • 2.5 Equipment used when working aloft and over the side is correctly maintained and stored
3 Lash and secure cargo
  • 3.1 Lashing equipment is inspected and maintained according to shipboard practices and recognised standards
  • 3.2 Faulty lashing equipment is identified and isolated, reported and maintained according to shipboard practices and recognised standards
  • 3.3 Cargo is lashed and secured according to shipboard practices and recognised standards
  • 3.4 Appropriate consideration is given to effects of vessel’s motion on stowed cargo when lashing cargo
  • 3.5 Lashing equipment is correctly stored after use
  • 3.6 Loads are correctly rigged using appropriate ropes and rigging gear, according to procedures and safety requirements
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCH38 MARC058 Perform rigging on board a vessel Unit of competency