Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Interpret relevant maritime rules and regulations impacting on vessel operations and personal responsibilities | 1.1 | Regulatory requirements for vessel operations and maintenance are followed |
1.2 | Duties and responsibilities as the person in charge of a vessel are recognised |
1.3 | Relevant commonwealth, state and territory or local legislation governing the vessel and the passage are identified |
1.4 | Organisational procedures relating to the vessel’s safety management system are identified |
1.5 | Copies of relevant rules and regulations are stored in an accessible location on the vessel according to regulations |
2 | Ensure continuous validity of vessel certification | 2.1 | Certification expiry dates for the vessel, renewal requirements, periodic inspections or extensions are checked to ensure continuous validity |
2.2 | Survey items and equipment are tested, checked and maintained according to certificate conditions |
2.3 | Arrangements for renewals and surveys are completed in a timely manner and comply with issuing authority requirements |
2.4 | Vessel’s documents are completed and any effects of damage and alterations or additions to the vessel or operations are specified according to certification requirements and authority procedures |
2.5 | Certificates and documentation are stored in a location on the vessel according to regulations |
3 | Apply legislative and regulatory requirements to vessel operations and maintenance | 3.1 | Regulatory requirements relating to operations and maintenance of the vessel are interpreted and applied as required |
3.2 | Vessel procedures for monitoring operations and maintenance are implemented |
3.3 | Training and instruction, including induction training, on procedures is instigated to ensure crew comply with regulations |
3.4 | Failure to comply with procedures is identified and dealt with according to organisational procedures |
3.5 | Tasks are monitored to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements |
3.6 | Problems that may lead to potential non-compliance are promptly identified and rectified or reported according to organisational procedures |
3.7 | Compliance with all relevant legislative and regulatory requirements is demonstrated while operating the vessel |
4 | Maintain statutory records of compliance | 4.1 | Regulatory requirements related to records and reports are interpreted |
4.2 | Records and reports are completed to comply with applicable regulations |
4.3 | Records and reports are distributed to the required maritime authority at appropriate times and places |
4.4 | Copies of records and reports are maintained according to regulatory requirements |
4.5 | Evidence of current authorisation, training and relevant licences are maintained according to legal and regulatory requirements |