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MARG6001A
Manage a vessel and its crew

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Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit applies to maritime workers working in the maritime industry as a Master Unlimited.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to use leadership and managerial skills to manage the operations of a vessel and its 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:

informing crew of expected standards of work and behaviour in a manner appropriate to the individual concerned

assessing current competence and capabilities and operational requirements to determine training objectives and activities

giving and receiving communication clearly and unambiguously.

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 managing a vessel and its 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 managing a vessel and its crew

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:

Apply decision-making techniques including situation and risk assessment, identifying and generating options, selecting a course of action and evaluating outcome effectiveness

Apply effective resource management including allocation, assignment and prioritisation of resources; effective communication onboard and ashore; decisions reflecting consideration of team experiences; assertiveness and leadership; obtaining and maintaining situational awareness

Apply task and workload management including planning and coordination, personnel assignment, time and resource constraints, and prioritisation

Develop, implement and oversee standard operating procedures

Required Knowledge:

Decision-making techniques

KPIs as measures for monitoring or evaluating the efficiency or effectiveness of a system which may be used to demonstrate accountability and to identify areas for improvements

Organisational safety management system requirements

Relevant international maritime conventions and recommendations, and national legislation

Shipboard personnel management and training

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

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.

Information management system may include:

Data receival

Procedures and protocols

Recording

Recording and documenting incidents

Security and authority assignment

Storage and despatch modes

Types of technology – electronic data exchange devices

Relevant personnel may include:

Crew supervisors

Masters of other vessels

Senior crew members

Senior management

Union or employee representatives

WHS/OHS committee/s and other people with specialist responsibilities

Contingency plans may include:

Allocating functions or tasks

Recycling and re-using materials

Risk identification, assessment and management processes

Strategies for reducing costs, wastage, stock or consumables

Resource acquisition may include:

Current and projected human, physical and financial resources

Goods and services to be purchased and ordered

Stock requirements and requisitions

Appropriate format may include:

Details of administrative requirements prior to commencing workplace operation

Details in a procedural way of individual activities required to be carried out and completed

Location and conditions where workplace operation is to be undertaken

Procedural operations of tools, equipment and technology relevant to the workplace operation

Specific safety information and instructions for the safe conduct of the workplace operation

Performance expectations may include:

Documented KPIs developed by Master for:

individuals

individuals and crew

Informal KPIs developed by Master for:

individuals

individuals and crew

Potential and current issues and problems may include:

Appeals against formal decisions such as assessments

Bullying

Discrimination and harassment

Dispute between individuals or parties

Grievances

Injury rehabilitation

Perceived or actual issues relating to work:

roles, job design and allocation of duties

performance of self and others

Prejudice or racial vilification

Promotions

Stress or personal problems

Development opportunities may include:

Career pathways

Coaching

External study

Formal course participation

Induction

In-house training programs

Job rotation

Mentoring

On-the-job training

Team-building strategies may include:

Clarifying ground rules and behavioural expectations

Defining and clarifying objectives and work area plans

Ensuring input into the review of the safety management system is encouraged

Fostering creativity

Offering constructive feedback

Recognising achievements

Strengthening communication processes

Consultative methods may include:

Email/intranet communications, newsletters or other processes and devices that ensure all employees have the opportunity to contribute to team and individual operational plans

Mechanisms used to provide feedback to work team in relation to outcomes of consultation

Meetings, interviews, brainstorming sessions

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
Command is exercised according to organisational authority and guidelines 
Command structure is established appropriate to vessel 
Command structure is communicated to crew and external authorities who have a regulatory interest in vessel 
Command information management system is implemented 
Communication mechanisms and procedures are implemented between levels of command according to organisational procedures 
Liaison is established and maintained to meet control and command requirements 
Operational plan is developed in consultation with relevant personnel 
Key performance indicators (KPIs) are developed, detailed and included in operational plan 
Contingency plans are developed and implemented at appropriate stages of operational planning 
Resource acquisition is planned and managed according to organisational procedures 
Standard operating procedures are developed in an appropriate format 
Performance systems and processes to assess progress in achieving profit and productivity plans and targets are developed, monitored and reviewed 
Areas of under-performance are identified and prompt action is taken to rectify the situation 
Recommendations for variations to operational plans are negotiated according to organisational procedures 
Systems to ensure procedures and records associated with documenting performance are managed according to organisational procedures 
Workload of crew members is planned taking into account time and resource constraints 
Crew are assigned workload priority and performance expectations are communicated clearly 
Workload of crew is coordinated according to agreed objectives and timelines 
Performance of crew and individuals is systemically monitored against defined measurable performance criteria to ensure satisfactory completion of assigned tasks and workloads 
Potential and current issues and problems arising in relation to task and workload management are identified and acted on according to organisational and legislative requirements 
Training needs of crew and individuals are identified and assessed on a regular basis according to organisational procedures 
Action plan to meet crew and individual training and development needs is developed, agreed and implemented 
On-the-job training is provided to the required organisational standard and to meet crew needs 
Crew members are encouraged and supported to attend training and to undertake development opportunities 
Coaching and mentoring are utilised as developmental tools 
Crew members are provided with up-to-date information concerning organisational objectives and standards 
Crew member understanding of objectives and standards is checked 
Organisational standards and values are modelled and promoted to crew members 
Link between function of crew and organisational goals is understood and communicated to crew 
Participative decision making is used to develop, implement and review work of crew and to allocate responsibilities 
Opportunities are given to crew and individuals to develop new and innovative work practices and strategies 
Delegation to crew and individuals is appropriate and relevant to crew objectives and goals according to organisational policy and procedures 
Allocated tasks are within the competence of crew members and supported with appropriate authority, autonomy and training 
Procedures for emergency responses are developed and communicated to crew members 
Team-building strategies are applied to achieve strengthened crew and individual commitment to organisational vision and goals 
Range of consultative methods are used to involve crew in decisions and vessel risk assessment 
Use of problem-solving strategies and techniques to identify and generate options is promoted 
Decisions and actions are evaluated for their effectiveness and positive outcomes 
Decisions and actions are documented and reported according to organisational procedures 

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