Assessor Resource

DEFDV009B
Conduct an underwater search of a ship's hull

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


As agreed in the creation of this Training Package, applications for units transferred from the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package will be developed as part of continuous improvement plans, and taking into account the change in Unit of Competency format as detailed in templates for Streamlined Training Packages.

This unit covers the competency required to conduct an exterior search of the underwater component of a ship's hull.

Note: This Unit of Competency relates, in part, to the existing standards of the Australian Diver Accreditation Scheme (ADAS). All information was correct at the time of development of this Unit of Competency; however, any diver seeking ADAS accreditation should consult ADAS and not rely on the information contained in this unit.

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Prerequisites

DEFDV001B Dive using self contained underwater breathing apparatus in open water to 30 metres.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

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

Assessment must confirm the ability to work safely throughout the operation.

Consistency in performance

Competency should be demonstrated during a search to locate an object (such as a mine) that is attached to a ship’s hull (and is of a minimum underwater length of 30 m).

The search is to be conducted under poor visibility (max 0.5 m) demanding the use of manual search techniques.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Context of assessment

Competency should be assessed in the ocean over a range of oceanic, diurnal and nocturnal environments supported by questioning on shore or aboard vessels.

When practicable, assessment should relate to the diver’s vocational focus.

Specific resources for assessment

Access to a complete range of diving, safety and accessory equipment; and a ship.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required Skills

ability to dive

conduct search procedures

planning

search manually

Required Knowledge

dive equipment

dive physics

dive physiology and medicine

general occupational/diving safety awareness

marine hazards

oceanography

relevant references and Australian Standards

search techniques

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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.

Worksite data may include:

current

depth

gradient

hazards

obstacles

Search control devices may include:

depth gauge

searchlines

stays/anchorages

Search methods may include:

individual

pair

search with hand/fingers

search with probing devices such as knives

team:

half necklace

necklace

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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
Search task and worksite data are determined and analysed. 
Search plan is developed consistent with the dive plan. 
Search control devices are prepared and positioned on the hull as required. 
Manual search methods are applied in poor visibility while guided by fixed search lines. 
Visual search methods are applied in good visibility. 
Search control devices are recovered without damaging the vessel. 
Search control devices are disconnected, refurbished and stowed. 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

DEFDV009B - Conduct an underwater search of a ship's hull
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Assessment Record Sheet

DEFDV009B - Conduct an underwater search of a ship's hull

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