This unit applies to maritime workers working in the maritime industry as a Master Unlimited.
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to plan and ensure safe loading, stowage, securing and care during the voyage and unloading of cargo.
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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:
ensuring currency of relevant regulatory and legislative knowledge
developing effective planning documents
providing high quality reports.
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 managing cargo operations 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 managing cargo operations
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 Tasks
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Required Skills:
Apply international regulations, codes and standards concerning the safe handling, stowage, securing and transport of cargo
Conduct loading and unloading operations to ensure vessel stability, trim and stress limitations are not exceeded at any time
Conduct and record tests and inspections of cargo handling equipment according to regulations and organisational procedures
Correctly read and interpret drafts
Establish procedures for safe cargo handling according to provisions of the relevant instruments such as IMDG Code, IMSBC Code, MARPOL 73/78 Annexes III and V and other relevant information
Explain the basic principles for establishing effective communications and improving working relationships between vessel and terminal personnel
Stow and secure cargo on board vessels
Use all available shipboard data related to loading, care and unloading of bulk cargo
Use draft survey methods to determine vessel displacement
Use stability and trim diagrams, and stress-calculating equipment to keep hull stress and stability within acceptable limits at all times
Required Knowledge:
Application of ventilation requirements for various cargo
Confined space entry procedures
Dangerous goods classification, signage, stowage and segregation requirements under the IMDG Code and relevant Marine Orders
Effect on trim and stability of cargo and cargo operations
IMDG Code, IMSBC Code, MARPOL 73/78 Annexes III and V and other relevant information including AMSA Marine Orders and Notices relating to cargo carriage, loading and unloading
International regulations, codes and standards concerning the safe handling, stowage, securing and transport of cargo
Loading and unloading operations with special regard to the transport of cargo identified in the Code of Safe Practice for Cargo Stowage and Securing
Loading cargo and ballasting to keep hull stress within acceptable limits
Maintenance of survey certification required for cargo handling equipment
Stowage and securing of cargo on board vessels including cargo-handling gear, and securing and lashing equipment
World load line zones and associated draft limitations
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.
Cargo may include:
Explosives
General cargo, break bulk, unitised or in containers
Hazardous or dangerous goods
Heavy lifts
Liquids in portable containers
Livestock
Mineral concentrates
Refrigerated cargo
Scrap, pig iron ingots, steel coils and sheets
Solid bulk materials
Timber
Information and equipment may include:
Automatic data-based (ADB) equipment
Bulk Cargo Codes
Calculations relating to drafts, deadweight, stability, trim and stress
Cargo and lashing codes
IMDG Code
Knowledge of ballasting and deballasting procedures
Relevant AMSA Marine Orders
Requirements for loading and care of various cargo types
Requirements for the carriage of grain and timber cargo
Shipboard data including drawings, load limitations, safe working loads
Ensuring cargo is evenly distributed to maintain acceptable trim at all phases of the voyage
Ensuring the unloading sequence is effective
Observing regulations relating to hazardous material/dangerous goods stowage
Preparations for loading may include:
Checking hatch covers for water tightness
Checking holds to ensure they are clean, dry and free of smell
Covering bilges with tarpaulins/wrappers before loading if required
Ensuring survey certification for all cargo handling equipment is valid and cargo record book is available for inspection
Following confined space entry procedures where necessary
Inspecting access arrangements in holds to ensure they are in a safe condition
Reviewing supplies of dunnage, mats and cargo securing equipment to ensure sufficient are available
Cargo handling incidents or emergencies may include:
Cargo shift
Damaged cargo
Damaged dangerous goods and escaping cargo or fumes
Failure of cargo handling equipment, including lashings
Failure of refrigeration machinery
Fire in cargo spaces
Incorrect ventilation
Incorrectly stowed cargo
Spontaneous combustion
Cargo handling documentation may include:
Cargo Gear Register
Cargo plan
Letter of protest
Log book
Ship/shore safety and security checklists
Stability, trim and stress records
Cargo care operations may include:
Checking cargo lashings
Maintaining ventilation requirements
Monitoring cargo temperatures liable to spontaneous combustion
Monitoring refrigerated cargo temperatures
Initial actions may include:
Contact with relevant authorities and organisational personnel
Locating fire as a result of fire or smoke or fire alarms
Positioning vessel to minimise effects of weather and sea conditions
Securing cargo when safe to do so
Others may include:
Harbour Master
Organisational personnel
Other vessels
Relevant maritime safety authorities
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Observation Checklist
Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice
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No
Comments/feedback
Cargo to be loaded is identified and its characteristics and dimensions are established
Communication is conducted with terminal personnel to establish loading and unloading arrangements
Information and equipment is used in planning to ensure hull stress is kept within acceptable limits
Cargo plan is prepared according to legislative and organisational requirements
Preparations for loading are monitored according to the stowage plan and organisational procedures
Regulations, procedures and instructions are interpreted to ensure that cargo is correctly identified, inspected and confirmed against documentation
Communication is maintained with crew and terminal personnel involved in cargo loading/unloading to facilitate loading/unloading
Cargo operations are managed to ensure they comply with regulations, procedures and instructions
Vessel stability is monitored during loading/unloading operations
Ballast management procedures are carried out according to organisational procedures and port authority requirements
Action is taken in the event of a cargo handling incident or emergency to secure the cargo and the vessel and to maintain the safety of persons involved
All cargo handling documentation is completed in accordance with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
Regulations, procedures and instructions are interpreted to ensure that dangerous cargo is correctly identified, inspected and confirmed against documentation, prior to cargo operations
Information regarding the dangerous cargo is made readily available in the event of an incident
Cargo operations are managed to ensure they comply with regulations, operational and security procedures and cargo plan
Hazards associated with dangerous cargo are identified and action is taken to minimise risk to personnel, cargo, vessel and the environment
Action is taken in the event of a dangerous cargo handling incident or emergency to secure the cargo and the vessel and to maintain the safety of persons involved
All documentation is completed according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
Plan for the care of cargo during the voyage is prepared according to organisational and customer requirements, and relevant regulations
Cargo care operations are managed to ensure they comply with regulations, procedures and instructions
Cargo stowage and security is managed to ensure stability and stress conditions remain within safe limits at all times during the voyage
Extent and frequency of cargo condition monitoring is determined appropriate to its nature and prevailing conditions
Hazards associated with cargo stowage are identified and action is taken to minimise risk to personnel, cargo, vessel and the environment
Unacceptable or unforeseen variations in the condition or specification of the cargo is promptly recognised and remedial action is taken immediately to safeguard the safety of the vessel and those on board
All documentation is completed according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
Initial actions taken on becoming aware of emergency are according to contingency plans and are appropriate to the urgency of the situation and the nature of the emergency
Onboard personnel are given information and instructions clearly and accurately
Procedures are implemented to combat emergency and protect persons on board
Communications are established with others to facilitate the emergency response process
Injured persons are provided with assistance
Contact is maintained with others at all times to keep them briefed on the emergency response process
Preparation for abandoning vessel is undertaken, if required
Cessation of emergency is communicated to appropriate personnel
Correct log book entries are made relating to cargo operations and incidents according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures
Letter of protest is completed in the event of an incident relating to cargo operations and care
Cargo reports and documentation are completed and maintained according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures
Independent cargo surveyor reports, where applicable, are received and acknowledged
Cargo samples, where provided, are correctly documented and secured
Forms
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