MARB1001A - Assist with routine maintenance of a vessel
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MARB1001A Assist with routine maintenance of a vessel
Assessment tool
Version 1.0 Issue Date: April 2024
This unit applies to general purpose-hands working in the maritime industry on vessels up to 80 metres as part of a vessel crew.
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to carry out general routine maintenance on a vessel up to 80 metres.
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Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Evidence Required
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, the required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:
ensuring currency of relevant WHS/OHS skills and knowledge
implementing workplace environmental and waste management procedures correctly.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include access to:
industry-approved marine operations site where assisting with routine maintenance of a vessel may be conducted
tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry
relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities
range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments
appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:
direct observation of the candidate assisting with routine maintenance of a vessel
direct observation of the candidate applying relevant WHS/OHS requirements and work practices.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess Required Knowledge.
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language and literacy requirements of the work being performed and the capacity of the candidate.
Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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Required Skills:
Complete maintenance records
Demonstrate safe and environmentally responsible work practices
Read, interpret and apply manufacturer instructions including all WHS/OHS requirements and data safety sheets (SDS)/material safety data sheets (MSDS)
Recognise faulty equipment
Select and use correct tools and equipment for the cleaning or maintenance task
Required Knowledge:
Component parts, operation and routine maintenance requirements of vessel machinery
Equipment cleaning and preservation techniques
Maintenance hazards and problems
Paint types and applications
Principles and procedures of machinery lubrication as they relate to vessel machinery
Procedures for using hand tools for routine maintenance operations
Relevant WHS/OHS and pollution control legislation
Rust treatment
Techniques for maintenance of surfaces including paint, timber, fibre glass, steel and aluminium
Types, characteristics and functions of:
equipment/tools used in cleaning and maintenance
vessel machinery and equipment
Workplace procedures for cleaning and maintenance
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.
Equipment may include:
Cleaning supplies
Hand held power tools
Hand tools
Grease guns
Paint and rust prevention material
Personal protective equipment
Personal protective clothing and equipment may include:
Boots
Gloves
Hat/hard hat
Hearing protection
Overalls
Protective eyewear
Respirator or face mask
Safety harness
Sun protection
Wet weather gear
Work area may include:
Battery room
Engine room
Exposed deck area
Firefighting equipment spaces
Store room
Wheelhouse and accommodation area
Routine adjustments and repairs may include:
Checks of cooling system, fuel, grease and oil, battery levels
Dismantling and assembling
Inspections of fan belts, leads, lines, connections, air filters, hydraulics, lighting
Minor adjustments
Testing
Surfaces may include:
External and internal bulkhead
Funnel
Hatches and coamings
Hull
Masts
Environmental procedures must include:
Preventative measures with regard to damage to natural areas caused by servicing, maintenance and cleaning activities
Safely using and disposing of cleaning and maintenance debris including oil containers, fuel and chemical residues, paint
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Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
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Comments/feedback
Equipment is selected according to type of cleaning to be undertaken
Equipment is checked to ensure it is clean and serviceable
Suitable dry and wet cleaning agents and chemicals are selected and prepared according to manufacturer instructions and work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements
Suitable personal protective clothing and equipment is selected and used where necessary
Work area to be cleaned is prepared and any hazards are identified
Work area is barricaded or warning signs are provided, as appropriate, to reduce risk to self and other crew members
Correct cleaning agents are selected and applied according to manufacturer instructions and WHS/OHS requirements
Equipment is used correctly and safely
Suitable personal protective clothing is selected and used according to WHS/OHS safety requirements
Greasing, lubrication and other routine servicing of vessel machinery and equipment is carried out according to supervisor and manufacturer instructions
Routine adjustments and repairs are made to vessel machinery and equipment according to supervisor and manufacturer instructions
Faulty vessel machinery and equipment is identified and reported according to workplace procedures
Suitable personal protective clothing is selected and used according to WHS/OHS requirements
Surfaces are prepared using correct equipment
Rust remover, rust converter and undercoats are applied according to manufacturer specifications
Paints are mixed in correct proportions according to manufacturer specifications
Finishing coat is applied using brush, roller or spray gun
Equipment and tools are cleaned, returned to operating order and stored according to supervisor and manufacturer instructions
Environmental procedures are followed and waste from cleaning and maintenance tasks is collected, treated and disposed of, or recycled according to workplace procedures
Work area is cleaned and maintained according to workplace requirements
Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to tools are reported according to workplace procedures
Chemicals are stored according to supervisor and manufacturer instructions
Forms
Assessment Cover Sheet
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