The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for conducting shore side mooring operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of shore side mooring operations

working with others to undertake and complete shore side mooring operations that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of shore side mooring operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.

Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes

consistently achieving the required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete the conduct of shore side mooring operations

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the performance criteria in this unit, particularly for the application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be applied. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to conduct shore side mooring operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

access, interpret and apply technical information/maintain accurate records

identify plant status

use safety equipment

apply berthing and release requirements and procedures

apply procedures for operating equipment, electric capstan winches, safety hooks & quick release hooks

apply diagnostic techniques to determine equipment faults and to rectify/report as required

use oral and written communications techniques

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly its application in a variety of circumstances in which the unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to conduct shore side mooring operations:

potential equipment and site hazards

procedures and relative documentation

isolation devices type and purpose

emergency, fire suppression, fire alert and disaster procedures

relevant operational and maintenance procedures and associated documentation

hazard identification and risk assessment response procedures

equipment associated with mooring operations

relevant OHS legislation and policies

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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Relevant compliance documentation

may include:

legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Mooring operations may include:

throwing/heaving ship's lines

capstan winch operation

setting quick release hooks

running out mooring line

securing ship's lines

releasing ship's lines

preparing mooring area for operation

making fast to wharf, dolphin or mooring buoy

securing mooring lines

Mooring crew may include:

contact person

lines person

capstan winch operator

assistant

Personal protective equipment may include:

site standard PPE

life vests

gloves

torches

safety cage

Hazards may include:

dust and water

heat

obstructions

structures

line breakage or movement

other equipment

vehicle movement on wharf

line boat movement

wind and waves (swell)

falls

failure of equipment

damage to mooring lines

damage to lead lines

faulty or damaged machinery equipment

moving or rotating equipment

using equipment beyond SWL

moving heavy ropes/lines

unsafe lifting techniques

slippery wharf area

poor housekeeping

Associated equipment may include:

radios

ship loader

lead lines

safety hooks

dolphins

electrical capstan winches

quick release hooks

keeper arms

Personnel may include:

shipping officer

contact person

ship's pilot

ship's line crew

capstan winch operator

assistant

port authority control tower

Communication methods may include:

radio

telephone