Assessor Resource

MARJ2001A
Follow environmental work practices

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit applies to deck and engine workers working in the maritime industry on vessels up to 80 metres. They could be working independently or as part of a vessel crew.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to be aware of environmental issues and to apply organisational policies and procedures to minimise environmental threats.

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:

timely reporting of environmental hazards and risks

attention to appropriate level of detail in reports and records

awareness of limits of own personal responsibility.

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 following environmental work practices may 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 following environmental work practices

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 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:

Make suggestions for improved environmental work practices

Prepare and keep environmental records

Recognise procedures and follow instructions for environmental work practices

Report environmental hazards and risks

Required Knowledge:

Environmental and resource hazards and risks associated with the maritime industry

Environmental laws, regulations and standards relevant to work in the maritime industry

Procedures and processes that support environmentally sustainable principles

Procedures for reporting environmental hazards and risks

Relevant environmental sustainability principles

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.

Workplace practices and work instructions must include:

Avoiding or minimising environmental risks

Documented policies and procedures

Emergency procedures

Environmental data recording and reporting procedures

Environmental hazard and risk identification

Environmental management system

Environmental monitoring

Hazard and incident reporting and recording procedures

Improving environmental performance

Signs and labels

Waste minimisation and segregation

Work plans

Relevant legislation, codes of practice and national standards may include:

Commonwealth, state and territory legislation

International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)

Local government by-laws and regulations

Third party standards such as the ISO1400 series and those of the Marine Stewardship Council

Protection measures may include:

Controlling emissions of gas and smoke

Managing waste

Observing restricted fishing areas

Preventing cargo spillage

Preventing fuel and oil spillage

Proper use of refrigerant gases

Using appropriate signage

Potential environmental threats may include:

Anchoring

Garbage

Harm to marine life

Noise

Poorly maintained equipment and machinery

Sewage

Waste and debris for example from oil and fuel containers

Suggestions may include:

Improving energy efficiency

Increasing the use of renewable, recyclable, re-usable and recoverable resources

Maximising opportunities such as the use of solar or alternative forms of energy

Preventing and minimising risks

Reducing emissions of greenhouse gas

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
Workplace practices and work instructions relating to potential environmental impacts are implemented 
Relevant legislation, codes of practice and national standards that impact on environmental work practices are recognised and followed 
Environmental protection measures are implemented 
Containment procedures are applied according to workplace procedures where appropriate 
Approved waste management procedures and practices are implemented 
Signs or symptoms of a potential environmental threat are recognised and reported to appropriate personnel/authorities 
Information is gathered and suggestions are made to appropriate personnel for improvements to work practices 
Environmental issues and their relationship to work practices are discussed with colleagues and appropriate personnel 
Contributions to the review of environmental work practices and policies are made within limits of own responsibility 
Environmental records are accurately prepared according to workplace procedures 
Environmental records are stored securely 

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