MARN1001A - Apply general purpose hand skills aboard a vessel
Assessor Resource
MARN1001A Apply general purpose hand skills aboard a vessel
Assessment tool
Version 1.0 Issue Date: April 2024
This unit applies to general purpose hands 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 perform general purpose hand duties aboard a vessel.
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:
anchoring in varying weather conditions
following all instructions carefully
working safely at all times.
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 general purpose hand skills 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.
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 performing general purpose hand skills
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
List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here
Assessment task 1: [title] Due date:
(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)
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:
Assist in different types of mooring operations
Handle ropes and wires
Lash cargo
Operate emergency stops
Perform an eye splice, back splice and a short splice
Perform common whipping on ropes
Prepare deck machinery for use
Secure equipment and objects for sea passage, transit in port or ready for use
Tie common knots, bends and hitches
Undertake refuelling operations safely
Use capstans
Use cranes and derricks
Use different anchoring and mooring winches
Use synthetic rope and wire mooring lines
Required Knowledge:
Anchor cable markings
Characteristics of different types of mooring ropes
Construction of different types of rope
Correct application of common knots, bends and hitches
Different configurations of mooring lines for various parts of a vessel
Different types of anchor
Emergency stop procedures
Hazards that could occur if the operation is not properly controlled
Maintenance of different types of rope
Means of access
Organisational:
safety management system
standard operating procedures
Procedures for working in confined spaces
Refuelling procedures
Requirements for access equipment
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.
Rope types may include:
Braided
Kevlar
Natural fibre
Polyester
Plaited
Wire core rope
Wire rope
Knots and hitches must include:
Bowline
Clove hitch
Eye splice
Reef knot
Round turn and two half hitches
Rolling hitch
Short splice
Deck machinery may include:
Capstans
Cranes
Derricks
Winches
Windlasses
Operations must include:
Anchoring in varying weather conditions
Berthing and unberthing
Loading or discharging
Mooring lines may include:
Back springs
Bow and stern ropes
Breast lines
Fore and aft springs
Mooring operations may include:
Adjustments from both fore and aft mooring positions
Making fast and letting go to a single-point mooring
Making fast and letting go fore and aft to a wharf
Rigging and recovering means of access to the vessel
Tasks may include:
Hull maintenance
Painting
Renewing wires and ropes
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
Rope types and common areas of use are correctly identified
Ropes are checked for wear and any damage is reported according to workplace procedures
Ropes are coiled and stowed correctly
Knots and hitches are tied neatly and securely, and are used according to their correct application
Ropes are spliced neatly and securely according to their correct application and rope ends are whipped where instructed, to maintain good condition
Prior to use, deck machinery is checked and prepared for operation
Operations are carried out safely according to instructions
Emergency stops on motor and machinery are operated in response to an emergency situation
Prior to letting go, anchor and equipment are prepared as instructed and organisational communications are followed
Instructions provided are complied with in relation to quantity of anchor cable run out or recovered
During operation, control of the cable is maintained within safe operating limits
On completion of anchoring operations, anchor and equipment are secured according to instructions
Throughout all operations, anchoring area is kept free of loose ropes, wires and debris
At all times, mooring lines and associated equipment are handled safely
Mooring plan and organisational communications are followed
Throughout mooring operations, mooring area is kept free of loose ropes, wires and debris
Tension on ropes is maintained at an appropriate level for the stage and nature of the operation
Mooring lines are secured according to instructions provided
Equipment malfunction or problems encountered during operations are promptly reported
Cargo and cargo handling equipment are checked to ensure they are stowed securely
Hatches and openings are checked to ensure they are secured, where necessary
Maintenance equipment is returned to storage location and secured
Assistance is provided in testing equipment as instructed
All mooring lines are stowed and secured
Assistance is provided in stowing the gangway
Area and equipment for working aloft or over the side are prepared as instructed
Required precautions are taken when working aloft or over the side
Chairs, safety harnesses and appropriate safety equipment are used according to workplace procedures
Tasks are completed safely according to instructions and organisational safety management system
After use, equipment is maintained and stored
All personal protective equipment is accessed and used
Safety boundary for the refuelling process is established
Instructions are followed to ensure spill prevention systems are correctly deployed
Instructions are followed in completing tasks related to the refuelling or fuel transfer process
Forms
Assessment Cover Sheet
MARN1001A - Apply general purpose hand skills aboard a vessel
Assessment task 1: [title]
Student name:
Student ID:
I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.
Student signature:
Result: Competent Not yet competent
Feedback to student
Assessor name:
Signature:
Date:
Assessment Record Sheet
MARN1001A - Apply general purpose hand skills aboard a vessel
Student name:
Student ID:
Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent
(add lines for each task)
Feedback to student:
Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent