Assessor Resource
DEFMIL091
Prepare, operate and maintain small watercraft
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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
This unit describes the skills required to operate small watercraft. The watercraft will normally be operated in an environment of protected or calm inland waterways, conducting a range of tasks including the transport of personnel and/or equipment.
Examples of small watercraft may include:
motorised and non-motorised boats up to five metres in length capable of accommodating a maximum ten personnel and the operator and crewman
motorised and non-motorised rigid and non-rigid inflatable craft
powered by outboard motors of up to 40 hp
motorised and non-motorised bridge and ferry construction craft
While the technical aspects of this competency are concerned with ‘operating a boat’, the specialisation of the skill, and safety issues associated with waterborne operations confer additional responsibilities upon the operator.
This unit applies to those working as combat arms personnel required to operate small watercraft in a deployed operational environment, but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.
Those undertaking this unit would work under supervision but may need to provide directions. They must demonstrate sound judgement in the use of authority, and where possible, work within the existing lines of authority. They would perform routine tasks in a broad range of contexts, such as protected or calm inland waterways or in a threat environment.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
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