Assessor Resource

AURR346543A
Moor a motor driven vessel

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit applies to marine mechanics who undertake the launching and mooring of a vessel for water testing so as to confirm vessel repairs have been successfully undertaken. This would occur at a fixed dock or a swing mooring in a marine environment.

This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to moor and dock a motor driven vessel to or from a dockside or swing mooring.

It requires the ability to operate equipment to moor and dock a vessel and the ability to understand the safety requirements.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit in some jurisdictions (e.g. boat licence requirements for each state and territory). Users are advised to check with the relevant regulatory authority.

This unit replaces AURR346542A Moor vessel.

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Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:

observe safety procedures and requirements

communicate effectively with others involved in or affected by the work

select methods and techniques which are appropriate to the circumstances

complete preparation of launch in a systematic manner

inspect a vessel for seaworthiness

follow legislative, state and territory regulations and organisational requirements

safely and responsibly move a vessel to a position alongside a dockside

safely and responsibly move a vessel off/away from a dockside

safely and responsibly move a vessel toward a swing mooring, retrieving and securing the mooring buoy and securely attaching the mooring chain in accordance with Maritime Regulations

safely and responsibly move a vessel away from a swing mooring and inspect and release the mooring buoy and chain in accordance with Maritime Regulations

safely moor a vessel to a dock.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that reflects as far as possible the actual working environment.

Assessment is to occur using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory requirements, including specified Australian standards.

Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate ethnicity, age, gender, demographics and disability.

The following resources should be made available:

appropriate workplace (i.e. dockside)

appropriate vessel

equipment and tools appropriate to launching and mooring a motorised vessel

organisational procedures, including OHS requirements.

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of Required Skills and Knowledge.

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on Required Skills and Knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application.

Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process.

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

Required skills include:

technical skills to the level required to launch and recover a vessel from a dockside, use safety inspection tools and computerised equipment and tie appropriate knots

communication skills to the level required to communicate effectively regarding work requirements, to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and of varying physical and mental abilities, and to read and understand vessel specifications and operation

literacy skills to the level required to locate and understand information related to work orders and OHS and organisational policies and procedures related to launching and recovering a vessel from a dockside

numeracy skills to the level required to read weather charts and to complete tests and measurements to determine vessel seaworthiness

problem-solving skills to the level required to identify technical and procedural problems related to launching and recovering a vessel from a dockside

team skills to the level required to work effectively and cooperatively with others to optimise workflow and productivity

planning skills to the level required to use pre-checking and seaworthiness inspection techniques to anticipate problems, and avoid wastage of time and materials

Required knowledge

Required knowledge includes:

knot types for a variety of situations including dock, fixed pier, jetty, public or private wharf, concrete pontoon and plastic pontoon

swing mooring types and construction methods as required by regulating authority and vessel size

inspection requirements and standards for safety equipment, hull and fittings

daily maintenance requirements for vessels and mooring docklines

manufacturer and component supplier specifications, including workshop manuals

inspection procedures related to moving away or off a swing mooring or dockside

equipment requirements and standards

applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice, including OHS, personal safety and environment, relevant to marine dockside launching and mooring

organisational policies and procedures, including quality requirements, reporting and recording procedures, and work organisation and planning processes, related to marine operations

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Check safety equipment

Check safety equipment may include:

checking navigation lights

checking bilge pump capacity

checking rope and cable size and length

Manoeuvre and secure vessel

Manoeuvre and secure a vessel may include manoeuvring and securing:

to a dock

to a swing mooring

off a dock

off and away from a swing mooring

Inspecting seaworthiness of vessel

Inspecting seaworthiness of vessel may include:

checking safety equipment for fitment

checking currency and accessibility of vessel

checking vessel hull and fittings for safety and journey suitability

checking fuel

checking other resources

Conditions

Conditions may include:

coastal

estuary

day and night

salt and/or fresh water

varying water depth

climatic conditions

Vessel

Vessel may include:

vessels up to 90 metres

single or multi-hull

powered or non-powered propulsion system

open, half or full cabin

wood, aluminium or composite material construction

Safe operating procedures

Safe operating procedures may include operational risk assessments associated with marine licence requirements and the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972 (COLREGS), and includes:

rope, chain and steel cable dangers

vessel and dockside flammable materials

fire prevention

toxic substances

electrical safety

machinery movement and operation

manual and mechanical lifting and shifting

working in proximity to others

Tooling and equipment

Tooling and equipment may include:

communication equipment (e.g. emergency position indicating radio beacon (EPIRB))

suitable ropes, chains and tie-downs

general hand tools and lubricants

specialist tools (e.g. electric winch harness and remote, winch handles and leather gloves)

tow vehicle suitable for the task

Information/documents

Information/documents may include:

vessel manufacturer and/or component supplier specifications (operational), seaworthiness vessel and equipment checklist and vessel operational checklist

safe work procedures related to the driving and manoeuvring of motorised vessel

regulatory/legislative requirements pertaining to marine craft

engineer's design specifications and instructions

organisation work specifications and requirements

instructions issued by authorised enterprise or external personnel

Australian standards

industry standards (e.g. American Boat and Yacht Council, National Marine, Manufacturer's Association and US Coast Guard)

Legislative requirements

Legislative requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice, and may include:

International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972 (COLREGS) award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian standards

Australian Design Rules

confidentiality and privacy

OHS

the environment

equal opportunity

anti-discrimination

duty of care

current boating licence

OHS requirements

OHS requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:

personal protective equipment and clothing

safety equipment

first aid equipment

hazard and risk control

elimination of hazardous materials and substances

manual handling, including shifting, lifting and carrying

emergency procedures

Environmental requirements

Environmental requirements may include:

waste management

noise

dust

clean-up management

Organisational policies and procedures

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

quality policies and procedures, including Australian standards

OHS, sustainability environment, equal opportunity and anti-discrimination

manufacturer specifications and industry codes of practice

safe work procedures

reporting and recording procedures

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Read and interpret job requirements and specifications 
Locate occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including personal protection needs 
Collect appropriate tools and equipment and check for their safe and effective operation 
Outline procedures to minimise task time 
Check weather, tidal conditions and launch site for safe launching conditions 
Audit vessel safety equipment 
Inspect hull and vessel systems and components for seaworthiness and conformity to manufacturer and component supplier specification and regulations to ensure vessel safety 
Check vessel for safety using testing equipment, as appropriate 
Start and check engines, controls, autopilot and failsafe systems 
Repair systems and components that fail the safety inspection in accordance with manufacturer, industry and component supplier specifications, and site procedures 
Remove and attach appropriate lines using suitable knots, taking into account weather conditions, currents, tides, tidal flows and safety 
Manoeuvre vehicle avoiding damage to vessel and environment 
Move vessel off dockside 
Select mooring site and attachment equipment as appropriate for vessel and mooring site 
Locate suitable attachment points on the mooring dock and vessel 
Manoeuvre vessel avoiding damage to vessel and environment 
Link vessel to the mooring and secure attachment equipment in accordance with Maritime Regulations 
Secure vessel alongside using appropriate docklines and knots and in accordance with regulatory requirements 
Use buffering equipment, as required 
Moor vessel according to OHS and environmental legislation, manufacturer specifications, industry regulations and enterprise policies and procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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