Assessor Resource

MARF1005A
Meet work health and safety requirements

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit applies to deck and engine workers working in the maritime industry on vessels up to 80 metres. They could be working independently or as part of a vessel crew.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to follow defined work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken in order to ensure own safety and that of others on board a vessel.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




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, 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:

working as part of a team

selecting and using the most appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment for the situation.

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 observation of compliance with safety and emergency procedures on a vessel up to 80 metres can 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.

Method of assessment

Practical assessment must occur in an:

appropriately simulated workplace environment and/or

appropriate range of situations in the workplace.

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 observing safety and emergency procedures on a vessel up to 80 metres

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

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required Skills:

Access workplace information on health and safety policies and procedures

Apply problem solving skills to investigate and identify causes of WHS/OHS incidents

Apply person overboard procedures for recovery

Contribute to review and development of advice on appropriate WHS/OHS procedures

Demonstrate safe work practices

Identify and respond to typical emergency situations

Identify isolation points for equipment and follow workplace procedures for lock out or tag out of equipment as required

Identify WHS/OHS hazards related to work responsibilities and take required action to remove or control hazards

Maintain housekeeping standards in work area

Render assistance to others in distress

Report WHS/OHS information according to workplace procedures

Select, fit and use appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment

Use consultation processes to consult others on WHS/OHS issues

Required Knowledge:

Action to be taken:

in an emergency situation

in the event of loss of rudder

in the event of lost or fouled propeller

when vessel is completely disabled

Application of concepts of hazard identification, risk assessment and control options

Communication systems and consultation arrangements

Difference between hazards (something or a source or situation with the potential to harm life or health) and risks (chance of something occurring that will result in injury or damage)

Disposition of persons onboard to ensure satisfactory stability and trim

Emergency and evacuation procedures

Impact of housekeeping on safety

Location of advice on WHS/OHS issues including documents such as procedures and safety data sheets (SDS)/material safety data sheets (MSDS)

Obligations and duties towards all persons onboard

Procedures and responsibilities for investigating WHS/OHS incidents and assessing risk

Procedures for working in confined spaces

Purpose and procedure for collecting and reporting WHS/OHS information

Safe work procedures relating to work responsibilities

SMS

Steps to be taken after collision, grounding or other marine casualty and resulting hull damage

Storage requirements for hazardous goods used in the work area

Typical hazards related to work responsibilities

Use, care and storage of personal protective clothing and equipment

Use of distress signals and penalty for misuse

WHS/OHS legislation, regulations, codes of practice and organisational procedures associated with work responsibilities

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.

Safety procedures must include:

Instructions on how a workplace activity should be carried out, by whom and when, and may include:

isolation

permit to work

noise and vibration

emergency procedures

rescue procedures

use of safety and flotation devices

work in rough weather

use of personal protective equipment

manual handling

use and storage of hazardous substances

accident and incident reporting

electrical safety

vessel housekeeping

plant and equipment

health and hygiene

working with the elements

Personal protective clothing and equipment may include:

Aprons

Breathing apparatus

Eye protectors

Gloves

Harnesses

Hats

Hearing protectors

Helmets

Overalls

Personal flotation devices

Personal locator beacons

Safety lines

Shoes

Spats

Hazardous chemicals may include:

Battery acid

Cleaning fluids

Fuel

Gas

Oils and lubricants

Paint

Thinners

Safe manual handling techniques may include:

Bending

Lifting

Loading materials

Moving

Pulling

Pushing

Repetitious tasks

Storing materials at heights

Up-ending materials

Worker/employee responsibilities may include:

Accepting responsibility for protection of health and safety of others through avoidance of personal action that will put others at risk

Cooperating with employer/supervisor in any action taken to comply with WHS/OHS legislation

Taking reasonable care for own health and safety

Hazards may include:

Contact with chemicals and hazardous substances

Contaminants

Contact with electricity

Contact with plant and marine life

Dangerous organisms

Equipment operation and maintenance

Falls, trips and slips

Exposure to heat, cold and water

Hitting or being hit by stationary or moving objects

Immersion in water without a personal flotation device (PFD)

Ladders

Manual handling

Noise

Poor housekeeping and lack of deck space

Repetitive movements and awkward postures

Smoking and alcohol

Unventilated holds

Weather and water conditions

Working in confined spaces

Working with inappropriate clothing

Working with knives

Designated personnel may include:

Master of the vessel

Supervisors, managers and team leaders

Workplace WHS/OHS personnel

Other persons authorised or nominated by the workplace to perform, approve, inspect or direct specified work

Emergency incidents may include:

Beaching with and without heavy surf

Chemical spills

Collisions

Disabled vessel

Electrocution

Falling or being dragged overboard

Fire

Flood

Grounding

Hull damage

Immersion in water

Injuries associated with dangerous organisms (such as bites, stings, poisoning)

Injuries associated with machines, vehicles, vessels, diving

Loss of rudder

Lost or fouled propeller

Rescue activities

Rough weather and heavy seas

Vessel capsize

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
WHS/OHS responsibilities and duties are identified and accountability processes are appreciated 
WHS/OHS policies and procedures are accessed, reviewed and clarification sought where necessary 
Implications of any changes to the safety management system (SMS) are identified and addressed 
Records are accurately completed 
Established safety procedures are followed when conducting work 
Work for which personal protective clothing and/or equipment required is identified, used, maintained and stored according to workplace procedures 
Safety checks on all equipment and machinery are undertaken before operation according to workplace procedures 
Hazardous chemicals are identified and handled according to workplace procedures 
Safe manual handling techniques are used when conducting work 
Worker/employee responsibilities prescribed in WHS/OHS legislation are recognised and carried out 
Hazards in the workplace are recognised and reported to designated personnel according to workplace procedures 
Assessment of risks associated with identified hazards is made according to workplace procedures 
Workplace procedures and work instructions for controlling risks are followed 
Risks to fellow workers and other people are recognised and action is taken to eliminate or reduce them 
WHS/OHS issues are raised with designated personnel according to workplace procedures 
Contributions are made to workplace meetings, inspections and other WHS/OHS activities 
Ideas are provided to control the level of risk associated with work tasks 
Emergency incidents are identified and reported 
Emergency procedures are followed in responding to emergency incidents 
Emergency equipment is used in responding to emergency incidents 
Appropriate personnel are notified according to workplace procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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