Assessor Resource

MARM007
Assist in the survey of vessel mechanical features

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to assist in the survey of operational systems. It covers identifying the principal characteristics of vessel propulsion, steering gear system, deck machinery, pumping systems, power generation, refrigeration plant and navigational systems that require periodic surveys for regulatory requirements.

This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry as a marine surveyor assistant.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Follow requirements for surveying propulsion systems

1.1

Types of propulsion systems used on a range of commercial vessels are accurately identified, and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements

1.2

Shafting systems operation and maintenance principles are identified and applied to survey plan as necessary

1.3

Requirements for inspecting propulsion systems and detecting faults are identified and applied during survey

2

Follow requirements for surveying marine engines

2.1

Main components of a four-stroke and two-stroke diesel engine and outboard petrol engines are identified and survey requirements are documented according to organisational requirements

2.2

Diesel and outboard petrol engine operation terminology and principles are applied during survey, in documentation and in reports

2.3

Main components of marine diesel engine, with its associated gearing are identified, and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements

2.4

Engine operating principles are defined and considered in survey task where necessary

2.5

Inspection tasks related to engines are defined and applied

3

Follow requirements for surveying electrical systems

3.1

Vessel batteries, starter motors and power distribution systems are assessed, and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements

3.2

Types of power generating plants used on board a range of commercial vessels are identified and survey requirements are documented as necessary

3.3

Alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) generator principles of operation and operating procedures are defined and survey requirements are documented

3.4

Precautions and procedures for electrical safety during inspection of electrical circuitry and equipment are adhered to according to work health and safety/occupational health and safety (WHS/OHS) and other organisational requirements

4

Follow requirements for surveying refrigeration plant

4.1

Principal features and operating characteristics of refrigeration systems used on commercial vessels are identified and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements

4.2

Environmental issues and responsibilities concerning refrigeration systems are accurately identified during survey

4.3

Maintenance requirements of refrigeration systems used on a range of commercial vessels are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements

5

Follow requirements for surveying vessel pumping systems

5.1

Principal features and operating characteristics of typical pumping systems and pumping system components used on a range of commercial vessels are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements

5.2

Inspection tasks for pumping systems are identified and applied during survey

5.3

Maintenance requirements for vessel pumping systems used on a range of commercial vessels are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements

6

Follow requirements for surveying steering gear systems

6.1

Principal features and operating characteristics of marine hydraulic systems typical of a range of commercial vessels to be inspected are identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements

6.2

Principal features and operating characteristics of typical steering systems and components to be inspected are identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements

6.3

Requirements for inspecting steering systems and detecting faults are applied during survey

7

Follow requirements for surveying deck machinery

7.1

Common types of deck machinery typical to a range of commercial vessels are identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements

7.2

Requirements for inspecting a range of deck machinery and detecting faults are applied during survey

7.3

Faults in machinery are detected, confirmed with surveyor and actions to rectify issues are agreed and documented in survey report

8

Follow requirements for surveying navigational systems

8.1

Principal features and operational characteristics of a typical navigational system for size and nature of vessel are accurately identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements

8.2

Navigational equipment and systems are identified and appropriate inspection techniques are incorporated into survey plan

8.3

Faults in navigational equipment and non-conforming equipment are confirmed with surveyor, and actions to rectify issues are identified and documented in survey report

9

Apply risk management practices for surveying fuel systems

9.1

Range of fuel systems and their operational requirements are identified and confirmed with surveyor

9.2

Typical risks associated with survey tasks for fuel systems are identified and risk minimisation strategies are applied during survey

9.3

Faults and non-conforming systems are confirmed with surveyor, and actions to rectify issues are identified and documented in survey report

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions on at least one occasion and include:

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

applying risk management and risk minimisation techniques

communicating effectively verbally and in writing

developing effective and detailed planning documents

ensuring behaviour reflects relevant current legislative and regulatory requirements

identifying and following all safety procedures and precautions

providing high quality reports

reading and interpreting safety data sheets/material safety data sheets (SDSs/MSDSs) accurately

reading and interpreting:

instructions for auxiliary machinery and systems to be tested

machinery performance readings and indications

recognising and reporting:

faulty equipment on vessels to be inspected

routine problems that relate to auxiliary machinery and systems on domestic commercial vessels.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions and include knowledge of:

battery types, care, maintenance

commercial vessel classifications and survey requirements for various operational systems, and their components

compatibility and durability of construction materials

construction and layout of a typical vessel including layouts for pipework, propulsion system and installed machinery

environmental controls and regulations for primary, secondary or ancillary systems and their components

ethical behaviour and industry codes of practice

features and characteristics of typical faults and signs of deterioration in operational systems and components

features of different engine types and sizes

forms, causes and prevention of corrosion in a marine environment

insurance, liability and professional indemnity requirements for self and others

interaction of vessel structures and mechanical systems

maintaining watertight integrity

National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) and National Standard for the Administration of Marine Safety (NSAMS)

operational characteristics and performance specifications for different types of marine internal combustion engines and propulsion machinery usually found on vessels

principal features of fittings and machinery found on typical vessels and characteristics of engine/plant and ancillary equipment

procedures for:

checking connection, installation and mounting of machinery and components

reading and interpreting machinery performance readings and indications

purpose and content of SDSs/MSDSs

report writing requirements for a range of different survey tasks

safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures relevant to checking and basic maintenance of fittings and machinery

typical problems related to inspecting and maintaining operational and navigational systems

typical vessel and machinery specifications, operating manuals and specifications

WHS/OHS legislation, policies and procedures.

Assessors must satisfy National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (NVR)/Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) assessor requirements.

Assessment must satisfy the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (NVR)/Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) standards.

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.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations or where these are not available, in simulated workplace operational situations or an industry-approved marine operations site that replicates workplace conditions where assisting in the survey of vessels mechanical features can be conducted.

Resources for assessment include access to:

relevant documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry.

Performance should be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.


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.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Follow requirements for surveying propulsion systems

1.1

Types of propulsion systems used on a range of commercial vessels are accurately identified, and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements

1.2

Shafting systems operation and maintenance principles are identified and applied to survey plan as necessary

1.3

Requirements for inspecting propulsion systems and detecting faults are identified and applied during survey

2

Follow requirements for surveying marine engines

2.1

Main components of a four-stroke and two-stroke diesel engine and outboard petrol engines are identified and survey requirements are documented according to organisational requirements

2.2

Diesel and outboard petrol engine operation terminology and principles are applied during survey, in documentation and in reports

2.3

Main components of marine diesel engine, with its associated gearing are identified, and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements

2.4

Engine operating principles are defined and considered in survey task where necessary

2.5

Inspection tasks related to engines are defined and applied

3

Follow requirements for surveying electrical systems

3.1

Vessel batteries, starter motors and power distribution systems are assessed, and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements

3.2

Types of power generating plants used on board a range of commercial vessels are identified and survey requirements are documented as necessary

3.3

Alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) generator principles of operation and operating procedures are defined and survey requirements are documented

3.4

Precautions and procedures for electrical safety during inspection of electrical circuitry and equipment are adhered to according to work health and safety/occupational health and safety (WHS/OHS) and other organisational requirements

4

Follow requirements for surveying refrigeration plant

4.1

Principal features and operating characteristics of refrigeration systems used on commercial vessels are identified and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements

4.2

Environmental issues and responsibilities concerning refrigeration systems are accurately identified during survey

4.3

Maintenance requirements of refrigeration systems used on a range of commercial vessels are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements

5

Follow requirements for surveying vessel pumping systems

5.1

Principal features and operating characteristics of typical pumping systems and pumping system components used on a range of commercial vessels are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements

5.2

Inspection tasks for pumping systems are identified and applied during survey

5.3

Maintenance requirements for vessel pumping systems used on a range of commercial vessels are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements

6

Follow requirements for surveying steering gear systems

6.1

Principal features and operating characteristics of marine hydraulic systems typical of a range of commercial vessels to be inspected are identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements

6.2

Principal features and operating characteristics of typical steering systems and components to be inspected are identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements

6.3

Requirements for inspecting steering systems and detecting faults are applied during survey

7

Follow requirements for surveying deck machinery

7.1

Common types of deck machinery typical to a range of commercial vessels are identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements

7.2

Requirements for inspecting a range of deck machinery and detecting faults are applied during survey

7.3

Faults in machinery are detected, confirmed with surveyor and actions to rectify issues are agreed and documented in survey report

8

Follow requirements for surveying navigational systems

8.1

Principal features and operational characteristics of a typical navigational system for size and nature of vessel are accurately identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements

8.2

Navigational equipment and systems are identified and appropriate inspection techniques are incorporated into survey plan

8.3

Faults in navigational equipment and non-conforming equipment are confirmed with surveyor, and actions to rectify issues are identified and documented in survey report

9

Apply risk management practices for surveying fuel systems

9.1

Range of fuel systems and their operational requirements are identified and confirmed with surveyor

9.2

Typical risks associated with survey tasks for fuel systems are identified and risk minimisation strategies are applied during survey

9.3

Faults and non-conforming systems are confirmed with surveyor, and actions to rectify issues are identified and documented in survey report

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Propulsion systems include one or more of the following:

inboard and outboard engines

propulsion plant – prime mover (diesel engine), shaft and propellers (fixed and controlled pitch)

Schottel or similar azimuth systems

thrusters

water jet units

Shafting systems include one or more of the following:

gear box

propeller

shaft:

seals

bearings

couplings

stern bearing

thrust block

Terminology and main components include one or more of the following:

bearings

bed plate

crankshaft drive

cylinder block

exhaust:

system

valve

filters

flywheel

fuel:

injector

pump

heat exchanger

injector

inlet valve

piston

turbo chargers

Engine operating principles include one or more of the following :

requirements for diesel engines for:

propulsion

power generation

emergency use

Power distribution systems include one or more of the following:

circuit breakers

distribution boards

shore power changeover arrangements

Power generating plants include one or more of the following:

diesel engine

hybrid system

solar generation

wind generation

Refrigeration systems include one or more of the following:

compressors

different types of gasses

evaporators

Environmental issues include one or more of the following:

chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) used in refrigerants

diesel and steam engines to power refrigeration, lights, pumps and other functions

ozone depleting substances (ODSs)

water treatment chemicals and chemicals from refrigeration equipment

Operating characteristics of typical pumping systems include one or more of the following:

back flooding prevention procedures

drive systems, belts, clutches and motors

fire, bilge and tank circulating systems

standard identification markings

strainers, strum and mud boxes, and foot valves

use of flexible materials and hoses

valve types, including their construction and maintenance

Hydraulic systems include one or more of the following:

electro hydraulic steering gears

emergency operation in electrical or hydraulic failure

preventative and remedial maintenance requirements of hydraulic systems

simple hydraulic circuits

Steering systems and components include one or more of the following:

rudder and stock support bearings

rudder construction features

rudder types

glands, packing and seals

requirements for maintaining and testing steering and related hydraulic systems

steering operation using hydraulic, cable, rod and gear

tiller arm attachment

Deck machinery includes one or more of the following:

basic hydraulic systems

derricks and booms

fishing gear

lifting equipment

safeguards and protective devices for winches

small cranes

winches

windlasses

Navigational system includes one or more of the following:

AIS

charts

compass

GPS

plotters

radar

sounders

Typical risks include one or more of the following:

fire

inhalation and poisoning

injury

marine pollution

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions on at least one occasion and include:

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

applying risk management and risk minimisation techniques

communicating effectively verbally and in writing

developing effective and detailed planning documents

ensuring behaviour reflects relevant current legislative and regulatory requirements

identifying and following all safety procedures and precautions

providing high quality reports

reading and interpreting safety data sheets/material safety data sheets (SDSs/MSDSs) accurately

reading and interpreting:

instructions for auxiliary machinery and systems to be tested

machinery performance readings and indications

recognising and reporting:

faulty equipment on vessels to be inspected

routine problems that relate to auxiliary machinery and systems on domestic commercial vessels.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions and include knowledge of:

battery types, care, maintenance

commercial vessel classifications and survey requirements for various operational systems, and their components

compatibility and durability of construction materials

construction and layout of a typical vessel including layouts for pipework, propulsion system and installed machinery

environmental controls and regulations for primary, secondary or ancillary systems and their components

ethical behaviour and industry codes of practice

features and characteristics of typical faults and signs of deterioration in operational systems and components

features of different engine types and sizes

forms, causes and prevention of corrosion in a marine environment

insurance, liability and professional indemnity requirements for self and others

interaction of vessel structures and mechanical systems

maintaining watertight integrity

National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) and National Standard for the Administration of Marine Safety (NSAMS)

operational characteristics and performance specifications for different types of marine internal combustion engines and propulsion machinery usually found on vessels

principal features of fittings and machinery found on typical vessels and characteristics of engine/plant and ancillary equipment

procedures for:

checking connection, installation and mounting of machinery and components

reading and interpreting machinery performance readings and indications

purpose and content of SDSs/MSDSs

report writing requirements for a range of different survey tasks

safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures relevant to checking and basic maintenance of fittings and machinery

typical problems related to inspecting and maintaining operational and navigational systems

typical vessel and machinery specifications, operating manuals and specifications

WHS/OHS legislation, policies and procedures.

Assessors must satisfy National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (NVR)/Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) assessor requirements.

Assessment must satisfy the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (NVR)/Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) standards.

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.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations or where these are not available, in simulated workplace operational situations or an industry-approved marine operations site that replicates workplace conditions where assisting in the survey of vessels mechanical features can be conducted.

Resources for assessment include access to:

relevant documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry.

Performance should be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

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
Types of propulsion systems used on a range of commercial vessels are accurately identified, and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements 
Shafting systems operation and maintenance principles are identified and applied to survey plan as necessary 
Requirements for inspecting propulsion systems and detecting faults are identified and applied during survey 
Main components of a four-stroke and two-stroke diesel engine and outboard petrol engines are identified and survey requirements are documented according to organisational requirements 
Diesel and outboard petrol engine operation terminology and principles are applied during survey, in documentation and in reports 
Main components of marine diesel engine, with its associated gearing are identified, and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements 
Engine operating principles are defined and considered in survey task where necessary 
Inspection tasks related to engines are defined and applied 
Vessel batteries, starter motors and power distribution systems are assessed, and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements 
Types of power generating plants used on board a range of commercial vessels are identified and survey requirements are documented as necessary 
Alternating current (AC) and direct current (DC) generator principles of operation and operating procedures are defined and survey requirements are documented 
Precautions and procedures for electrical safety during inspection of electrical circuitry and equipment are adhered to according to work health and safety/occupational health and safety (WHS/OHS) and other organisational requirements 
Principal features and operating characteristics of refrigeration systems used on commercial vessels are identified and survey requirements are confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements 
Environmental issues and responsibilities concerning refrigeration systems are accurately identified during survey 
Maintenance requirements of refrigeration systems used on a range of commercial vessels are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements 
Principal features and operating characteristics of typical pumping systems and pumping system components used on a range of commercial vessels are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements 
Inspection tasks for pumping systems are identified and applied during survey 
Maintenance requirements for vessel pumping systems used on a range of commercial vessels are confirmed with surveyor and documented according to organisational requirements 
Principal features and operating characteristics of marine hydraulic systems typical of a range of commercial vessels to be inspected are identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements 
Principal features and operating characteristics of typical steering systems and components to be inspected are identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements 
Requirements for inspecting steering systems and detecting faults are applied during survey 
Common types of deck machinery typical to a range of commercial vessels are identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements 
Requirements for inspecting a range of deck machinery and detecting faults are applied during survey 
Faults in machinery are detected, confirmed with surveyor and actions to rectify issues are agreed and documented in survey report 
Principal features and operational characteristics of a typical navigational system for size and nature of vessel are accurately identified and confirmed with surveyor, and documented according to organisational requirements 
Navigational equipment and systems are identified and appropriate inspection techniques are incorporated into survey plan 
Faults in navigational equipment and non-conforming equipment are confirmed with surveyor, and actions to rectify issues are identified and documented in survey report 
Range of fuel systems and their operational requirements are identified and confirmed with surveyor 
Typical risks associated with survey tasks for fuel systems are identified and risk minimisation strategies are applied during survey 
Faults and non-conforming systems are confirmed with surveyor, and actions to rectify issues are identified and documented in survey report 

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