Assessor Resource

MARG001
Work effectively as part of a crew on a vessel up to 80 metres

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to work effectively as a general purpose hand on a vessel up to 80 metres.

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 has links to legislative and certification requirements.

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



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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Perform routine workplace duties following simple written instructions

1.1

Routine work instructions and procedures are read and interpreted correctly

1.2

Appropriate lines of communication with supervisors and colleagues are identified and used

1.3

Routine work instructions and procedures are followed in sequence

1.4

Clarification is sought from workplace supervisor when any instruction or procedure is not understood

2

Follow simple spoken instructions

2.1

Spoken instructions are interpreted correctly

2.2

Instructions are responded to promptly

2.3

Clarification is sought from workplace supervisor when any instruction is not understood

3

Communicate with other crew members

3.1

Constructive feedback is encouraged and acted upon

3.2

All crew members are treated with respect, courtesy and sensitivity

3.3

Cultural differences are considered and appropriate language is used in all verbal and non-verbal communication

3.4

Communication is used to develop and maintain positive relationships, mutual trust and confidence

4

Complete workplace forms

4.1

Workplace forms are completed clearly and concisely within designated timeframes

4.2

Assistance is sought to complete workplace forms when necessary

5

Complete work tasks

5.1

Tasks are completed within designated timeframes according to instructions

5.2

Effective questioning is used to seek assistance from other crew members when difficulties arise in achieving allocated tasks

5.3

Factors affecting work requirements are identified and appropriate action is taken

5.4

Progress with task is communicated to supervisor as required

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

being aware of own specific role and responsibilities

communicating effectively in the workplace relevant to own work responsibilities

communicating using maritime vocabulary

completing relevant workplace documentation

identifying work requirements

planning work tasks

processing basic workplace forms

relating to people from diverse backgrounds using culturally appropriate language

requesting advice, receiving feedback and working with others

working as part of a team.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

basic spelling, grammar and punctuation to complete basic workplace forms

communication procedures relevant to the organisation and own work responsibilities

standard marine communication phrases (SMCPs)

work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and work practices.

Assessors must satisfy National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (NVR)/Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) assessor requirements.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

tools, equipment, machinery, materials and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

applicable documentation such as legislation, regulations, codes of practice, workplace procedures and operational manuals

range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations.


Submission Requirements

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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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Perform routine workplace duties following simple written instructions

1.1

Routine work instructions and procedures are read and interpreted correctly

1.2

Appropriate lines of communication with supervisors and colleagues are identified and used

1.3

Routine work instructions and procedures are followed in sequence

1.4

Clarification is sought from workplace supervisor when any instruction or procedure is not understood

2

Follow simple spoken instructions

2.1

Spoken instructions are interpreted correctly

2.2

Instructions are responded to promptly

2.3

Clarification is sought from workplace supervisor when any instruction is not understood

3

Communicate with other crew members

3.1

Constructive feedback is encouraged and acted upon

3.2

All crew members are treated with respect, courtesy and sensitivity

3.3

Cultural differences are considered and appropriate language is used in all verbal and non-verbal communication

3.4

Communication is used to develop and maintain positive relationships, mutual trust and confidence

4

Complete workplace forms

4.1

Workplace forms are completed clearly and concisely within designated timeframes

4.2

Assistance is sought to complete workplace forms when necessary

5

Complete work tasks

5.1

Tasks are completed within designated timeframes according to instructions

5.2

Effective questioning is used to seek assistance from other crew members when difficulties arise in achieving allocated tasks

5.3

Factors affecting work requirements are identified and appropriate action is taken

5.4

Progress with task is communicated to supervisor as required

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Routine work instructions and procedures include one or more of the following:

instruction manuals

labels

personnel information, notes, rosters

signs and symbols

weather information

work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) policies, procedures and alerts

Workplace forms include one or more of the following:

hazard/incident/accident report forms

personnel forms

safety reports

telephone messages

Factors affecting work requirements include one or more of the following:

changes to procedures

competing work demands

environmental factors such as weather

equipment/technology breakdowns

other work demands

resource issues

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

being aware of own specific role and responsibilities

communicating effectively in the workplace relevant to own work responsibilities

communicating using maritime vocabulary

completing relevant workplace documentation

identifying work requirements

planning work tasks

processing basic workplace forms

relating to people from diverse backgrounds using culturally appropriate language

requesting advice, receiving feedback and working with others

working as part of a team.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

basic spelling, grammar and punctuation to complete basic workplace forms

communication procedures relevant to the organisation and own work responsibilities

standard marine communication phrases (SMCPs)

work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and work practices.

Assessors must satisfy National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (NVR)/Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) assessor requirements.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

tools, equipment, machinery, materials and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

applicable documentation such as legislation, regulations, codes of practice, workplace procedures and operational manuals

range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations.

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
Routine work instructions and procedures are read and interpreted correctly 
Appropriate lines of communication with supervisors and colleagues are identified and used 
Routine work instructions and procedures are followed in sequence 
Clarification is sought from workplace supervisor when any instruction or procedure is not understood 
Spoken instructions are interpreted correctly 
Instructions are responded to promptly 
Clarification is sought from workplace supervisor when any instruction is not understood 
Constructive feedback is encouraged and acted upon 
All crew members are treated with respect, courtesy and sensitivity 
Cultural differences are considered and appropriate language is used in all verbal and non-verbal communication 
Communication is used to develop and maintain positive relationships, mutual trust and confidence 
Workplace forms are completed clearly and concisely within designated timeframes 
Assistance is sought to complete workplace forms when necessary 
Tasks are completed within designated timeframes according to instructions 
Effective questioning is used to seek assistance from other crew members when difficulties arise in achieving allocated tasks 
Factors affecting work requirements are identified and appropriate action is taken 
Progress with task is communicated to supervisor as required 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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