Assessor Resource

MARH009
Use an electronic chart display and information system to navigate safely

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to maintain safe navigation of a commercial vessel greater than 500 gross tonnage (GT) using an electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS).

This unit applies to a Watchkeeper Deck, a Master up to 500 GT, a Master up to 80 metres Near Coastal or a Master Unlimited.

This unit has links to legislative and certification requirements.

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Evidence Required

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Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Set up an ECDIS

1.1

ECDIS is initialised and programmed with own vessel data

1.2

Operational performance and accuracy of ECDIS is confirmed

1.3

Settings and values are adjusted to suit conditions for passage planning and navigation

1.4

Means of providing additional information is correctly interfaced with ECDIS

2

Use an ECDIS for passage planning and navigation

2.1

ECDIS is used to assist in passage planning and the conduct of navigation

2.2

Information on ECDIS is monitored to ensure safe navigation

2.3

Information obtained from ECDIS is interpreted and analysed taking into account limitations of equipment, all connected sensors and prevailing circumstances and conditions

2.4

Position of vessel is confirmed by alternative means

2.5

Safety of navigation is maintained through adjustments made to vessel course and speed

2.6

System and position alarms are responded to, to maintain safety of navigation

2.7

Situational awareness is maintained while using ECDIS

3

Maintain data

3.1

Data produced by ECDIS that should be retained to conform with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements is identified

3.2

Data is stored electronically or in hard copy as required by organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

3.3

Security and access requirements for data are adhered to in accordance with organisational procedures

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:

adjusting settings and values to suit present conditions

conducting tests for malfunctions including functional self testing and interpreting the test results

confirming vessel position by alternative means

ensuring integrity of back-up systems

ensuring integrity of data

maintaining situational awareness while using electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS)

operating ECDIS when interfaced with automatic identification system (AIS) and interpreting AIS data

operating, interpreting and analysing information:

when radar and automatic radar plotting aid (ARPA) is connected to ECDIS

obtained from ECDIS

operating, interpreting and analysing information

planning a passage on a display using ECDIS

safely monitoring and adjusting information

setting up initial display and maintaining display

using functions that are integrated with other navigation systems in various installations

using settings efficiently to ensure conformance to operational procedures.

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:

correcting and updating charts by manual, semi automatic and automatic systems

dangers of over-reliance

differences between vector and raster charts

differences between ECDIS, ECS and raster chart display system (RCDS)

functions of ECDIS required by performance standards in force

principles, capability and limitations of ECDIS operations

requirements for voyage recording

significance of chart alarms and indicator warnings

use of ECDIS in emergency situations

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 Tasks

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Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Set up an ECDIS

1.1

ECDIS is initialised and programmed with own vessel data

1.2

Operational performance and accuracy of ECDIS is confirmed

1.3

Settings and values are adjusted to suit conditions for passage planning and navigation

1.4

Means of providing additional information is correctly interfaced with ECDIS

2

Use an ECDIS for passage planning and navigation

2.1

ECDIS is used to assist in passage planning and the conduct of navigation

2.2

Information on ECDIS is monitored to ensure safe navigation

2.3

Information obtained from ECDIS is interpreted and analysed taking into account limitations of equipment, all connected sensors and prevailing circumstances and conditions

2.4

Position of vessel is confirmed by alternative means

2.5

Safety of navigation is maintained through adjustments made to vessel course and speed

2.6

System and position alarms are responded to, to maintain safety of navigation

2.7

Situational awareness is maintained while using ECDIS

3

Maintain data

3.1

Data produced by ECDIS that should be retained to conform with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements is identified

3.2

Data is stored electronically or in hard copy as required by organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

3.3

Security and access requirements for data are adhered to in accordance with organisational procedures

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.

ECDIS must include:

adequate and up-to-date back-up paper charts

adequate and up-to-date electronic charts

back-up systems

electronic position fixing system

gyro and log

raster charts

uninterruptable power supply

vector electronic chart systems

Settings include one or more of the following:

alarm parameters for anti-grounding

back-up arrangements

chart update status

completeness of chart data

proximity to contacts and special areas

Additional information must include:

automatic identification system (AIS) input

radar/automatic radar plotting aid (ARPA) input

Information includes one or more of the following:

chart data displayed

contacts

mode and orientation

own position

radar overlay functions

radar tracking

route monitoring

sea area display

user-created information layers

System and position alarms must include:

approach to waypoint, critical point , navigation danger and other ships

chart alarms

depth and contour alarms

mode losses

primary failure

Situational awareness includes one or more of the following:

chart data and scale selection

contact detection and management

integrity of sensors

safe water and proximity of hazards

set and drift

suitability of route

Data includes one or more of the following:

chart correction information

electronic navigational chart (ENC) source, date and edition

vessel voyage details

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:

adjusting settings and values to suit present conditions

conducting tests for malfunctions including functional self testing and interpreting the test results

confirming vessel position by alternative means

ensuring integrity of back-up systems

ensuring integrity of data

maintaining situational awareness while using electronic chart display and information system (ECDIS)

operating ECDIS when interfaced with automatic identification system (AIS) and interpreting AIS data

operating, interpreting and analysing information:

when radar and automatic radar plotting aid (ARPA) is connected to ECDIS

obtained from ECDIS

operating, interpreting and analysing information

planning a passage on a display using ECDIS

safely monitoring and adjusting information

setting up initial display and maintaining display

using functions that are integrated with other navigation systems in various installations

using settings efficiently to ensure conformance to operational procedures.

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:

correcting and updating charts by manual, semi automatic and automatic systems

dangers of over-reliance

differences between vector and raster charts

differences between ECDIS, ECS and raster chart display system (RCDS)

functions of ECDIS required by performance standards in force

principles, capability and limitations of ECDIS operations

requirements for voyage recording

significance of chart alarms and indicator warnings

use of ECDIS in emergency situations

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.
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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
ECDIS is initialised and programmed with own vessel data 
Operational performance and accuracy of ECDIS is confirmed 
Settings and values are adjusted to suit conditions for passage planning and navigation 
Means of providing additional information is correctly interfaced with ECDIS 
ECDIS is used to assist in passage planning and the conduct of navigation 
Information on ECDIS is monitored to ensure safe navigation 
Information obtained from ECDIS is interpreted and analysed taking into account limitations of equipment, all connected sensors and prevailing circumstances and conditions 
Position of vessel is confirmed by alternative means 
Safety of navigation is maintained through adjustments made to vessel course and speed 
System and position alarms are responded to, to maintain safety of navigation 
Situational awareness is maintained while using ECDIS 
Data produced by ECDIS that should be retained to conform with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements is identified 
Data is stored electronically or in hard copy as required by organisational procedures and regulatory requirements 
Security and access requirements for data are adhered to in accordance with organisational procedures 

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