Assessor Resource

MARG4003A
Supervise a crew

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit applies to those working on a vessel as a Chief Integrated Rating.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to supervise a crew.

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:

supporting effective team processes and work functions

addressing legal, legislative and industrial requirements

providing the required amount of detail in reports.

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 supervising a crew 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 supervising a crew

direct observation of 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 information about tasks and abilities of crew to effectively schedule tasks

Adjust scheduling to meet contingencies

Analyse relevant workplace data to identify hazards, assess risks, design and implement appropriate WHS/OHS control measures

Analyse working environment to identify hazards, assess risks, design and implement appropriate WHS/OHS control measures

Assess resources needed to maintain systematic approach to required tasks

Calculate job times and manipulate scheduling to make the most efficient use of personnel and equipment

Determine job priorities

Effectively communicate ideas and information to crew

Enhance individual performance

Establish procedures that enable feedback from crew and encourage suggestions that might enhance performance

Monitor performance of crew members

Monitor performance of tasks and adjust scheduling

Operate any equipment pertinent to the control of confined space entry

Provide instruction to achieve the required standard

Required Knowledge:

Appropriate emergency response procedures

Appropriate signage, symbols, labels and barriers

Effective team management

Entry permit procedures

Incident and accident investigation

Interpersonal relations and counselling

Human relations

Human resource management policies

Leadership

Legislation, organisational policies and procedures relevant to confined spaces

Personal communications

Reporting procedures for WHS/OHS matters

Risk management principles and application of appropriate measures

Supervision of personnel

WHS/OHS standards

Work scheduling procedures

Workforce development

Workplace employment awards or agreements and work conditions

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.

Work schedule may include:

Organisational standards relating to service delivery or outcomes specific to work role

Resources required

Specific plans for implementing identified work arrangements

Timeframe for achieving outcomes

Training plans to develop required skills and knowledge

Monitored may include:

Discussions between crew member and supervisor

Identifying training and development needs

Mentoring training and assessment of the crew member

Reviewing and discussing factors that have affected the individual work plan

Reviewing the individual work plan

Organisational values and directions may include:

Duty of care

First aid

Grievance management

Harassment

Person-centred approach

Service delivery standards

Specific values, standards and approaches relevant to work role

WHS/OHS

Workplace behaviours

Strategies may include:

Review of:

policies and procedures

roster arrangements or associated work condition

systems, equipment or work practices

Confined spaces may include:

Any compartment or area with limited opening for access, no escape route, and with limited natural ventilation and the capability of accumulating a toxic, flammable or explosive atmosphere, or of being flooded such as:

pump rooms

cargo holds

ballast, fresh water and other tanks

Limitations may include:

Emergency situation requirements

Equipment and/or clothing, and personal protective equipment requirements

Maximum/minimum numbers in teams entering confined space

Medical constraints on personnel entering

Monitoring/testing requirements

Time limitations for working within confined space or before returning to confined space

Documentation and reports may include:

Entry/egress reports/logs

Report to WHS/OHS officer

Work permit completion after exit

Written reports required by organisation

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
Tasks and/or jobs are identified and prioritised according to work schedule 
Timelines, personnel and equipment are identified for each job and task 
Schedules are clearly communicated to crew or individuals 
Changes to schedules are implemented through reorganisation of priorities, with reasons being clearly conveyed to crew or individuals 
Priority of tasks is communicated to crew or individuals 
Tasks and/or jobs are discussed with crew or individuals and schedules are adjusted if necessary 
Required standard is effectively communicated to crew or individuals to ensure understanding of allotted task 
Instruction or technical support to achieve required standard is provided as necessary 
Standard of performance is monitored to ensure achievement of outcomes 
Feedback on performance is discussed with crew or individuals 
Completion times of tasks/jobs are monitored and scheduling is adjusted as appropriate 
Workload is discussed with crew or individuals on a regular basis 
Support mechanisms are explored and implemented to address issues 
Crew or individuals are supported to identify and resolve work-related issues 
Crew or individuals are supported to establish and maintain effective relationships with colleagues in line with the requirements of their work role 
Areas of tension or conflict in relationships are identified and steps are taken to address contributing factors and issues 
Mentoring, training and assessment is provided where required, to develop and enhance crew or individual skills and knowledge in line with work role requirements 
Trainee crew are supported in the completion of relevant training record books 
Crew is assisted to identify and work towards goals and objectives in line with organisational values and directions 
Support and encouragement is provided to crew and steps are taken to maintain or improve cooperation and cohesiveness 
Barriers to crew effectiveness are identified and potential causes or factors contributing to these barriers are investigated 
Strategies are put in place to enhance team effectiveness by addressing identified barriers 
Implementing work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) standards is monitored to ensure safety requirements are met 
Strategies for prevention or correction of problems are determined from the monitoring process 
Recommendations for prevention or correction of problems are made in order to achieve established standards 
All information affecting work is explained logically and clearly to crew or individuals where appropriate 
Effective and appropriate information provision is carried out with management 
Concise reports are written that conform to organisational procedures 
Requirement for confined space entry is identified 
Confined space entry permit and any limitations are identified according to organisational procedures 
Roles and responsibilities of crew members are confirmed according to organisational procedures 
WHS/OHS requirements are applied throughout control of the operation 
Entry and egress of the confined space are monitored and recorded according to work permit conditions and organisational procedures 
Communication and consultation with confined space entry team is maintained according to work permit conditions and organisational procedures 
Documentation and reports are completed according to organisational procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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