TDMMR5207B CARRY OUT DOGGING AND CARGO HANDLING OPERATIONSAT A RIG

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, , the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

1

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:

a

Carry out cargo handling operations within the limits of responsibility of an integrated rating

b

Carry out dogging operations on a support vessel at a rig

c

Carry out hatch cover operations

d

Clean and prepare cargo spaces

e

Lash cargo

f

Apply all required safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures during cargo handling and dogging operations at a rig

g

Communicate effectively with others during cargo handling and dogging operations

2

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

a

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

b

Consistently applies underpinning knowledge and skills when:

1

carrying out cargo handling operations within the limits of responsibility of an integrated rating

2

carrying out dogging operations

3

carrying out hatch cover operations

4

cleaning and prepare cargo spaces

5

lashing cargo

6

applying all required safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures during cargo handling and dogging operations

7

communicating effectively with others during cargo handling and dogging operations

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1

Relevant sections of the Safe Working Code of Practice for the Australian Offshore Support Vessel Industry

2

ISM Code and associated vessel's safety management system and procedures

3

agreed signals/communications for load moving as per Australian standards and codes of practice

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2

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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4

OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

5

standard operating procedures and work instructions

6

instructions and orders of officers on the vessel/rig

d

Action is taken promptly to report operational incidents and problems in accordance with established procedures

e

Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail

f

Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions between crew and others

3

Context of assessment

a

Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations

b

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation:

1

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral examinations, and

2

Appropriate practical assessment must occur:

i

at the registered training organisation; and/or

ii

on an appropriate working or training vessel

4

Specificresourcesrequired for assessment

Access is required to opportunities to:

a

demonstrate the ability to carry out routine cargo handling and dogging tasks on board a support vessel at a rig through appropriate case studies, practical exercises and simulated situations; and/or

b

assist in routine cargo handling and dogging tasks on board an operational commercial support vessel at a rig

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit.

1

Safe Working Code of Practice for the Australian Offshore Support Vessel Industry and other relevant maritime codes and regulatory requirements

2

Relevant OH&S and pollution control legislation and policies

3

Functions and responsibilities of an integrated rating during cargo handling operations on a support vessel at a rig

4

Cargo handling and dogging procedures within the limits of responsibility of an integrated rating, including:

a

carrying out hatch cover operations

b

cleaning and preparing cargo spaces

c

lashing and securing of various types of cargo

d

dogging operations

5

Agreed signals/communications for load moving as per Australian standards and codes of practice

6

Calculations required during dogging and load shifting operations may include: addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, fractions, decimals, percentages and mixed numbers

7

Ways of estimating the weight of a load and methods of calculating the safe working load of cranes and load lifting equipment

8

Slings and lifting gear used during cargo handling and dogging operations at a rig and their applications

9

Techniques and precautions required when lashing various types of cargo carried on support vessels servicing off-shore oil/gas rigs

10

Hazards and related safety precautions when carrying out cargo handling and dogging operations at a rig

11

Faults and damage that may occur with lifting gear and action to be taken when they are identified

12

Basic environmental protection measures during cargo handling and dogging operations

13

Personal protection clothing and equipment and its purpose

14

Communication techniques and equipment used during cargo and dogging operations on board a support vessel at a rig

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit.

1

Use verbal, hand and other communication techniques and signals required when carrying out dogging and cargo handling operations at an oil or gas rig

2

Read, interpret and apply standard operating procedures for dogging and cargo handling operations at an oil or gas rig, including all required OH&S procedures and precautions

3

Read and interpret material safety data sheets

4

Observe and interpret indications of equipment performance

5

Complete any required operational and maintenance records

6

Carry out calculations required during dogging and load shifting operations

7

Work safely and collaboratively with others when carrying out dogging and cargo handling operations at an oil or gas rig

8

Select and use relevant tools and equipment as per instructions

9

Recognise faulty equipment and cargo and take appropriate action as per operating instructions

10

Recognise routine problems when carrying out dogging and cargo handling operations at an oil or gas rig and take appropriate action

11

Adapt to differences in vessels, equipment and standard operating procedures

12

Open and close hatches as per standard operating procedures

13

Clean cargo spaces as per standard operating procedures

14

Lash various types of cargo carried on support vessels servicing off-shore oil/gas rigs in accordance with standard operating procedures

15

Operate cargo handling equipment as per standard operating procedures

TDMMR5207B CARRY OUT DOGGING AND CARGO HANDLING OPERATIONSAT A RIG

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

VARIABLE

SCOPE

1. GENERAL CONTEXT

a.

Work must be carried out:

1

in compliance with the Safe Working Code of Practice for the Australian Offshore Support Vessel Industry and other relevant maritime codes and regulatory requirements

b.

Work is performed:

1

as an integrated rating under the supervision of the responsible officers

c.

Work involves:

1

the application of established procedures and techniques to the cargo handling and dogging tasks falling within the limits of responsibility of an integrated rating on a support vessel during cargo handling operations at a rig

d.

Work requires:

1

the following of orders and instructions of the officer in charge of the watch

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT

a

Vessel may include:

1

any commercial vessel supporting off-shore oil and gas rig operations

b

Cargo handling and dogging operations may be carried:

1

by day or night in both normal and emergency situations

2

under any possible conditions of weather and loading

3

while moored or at anchor

c

Cargo may include:

1

general cargo stored in a cargo space or on a hatch

2

deck cargo

3

cargo containers

4

equipment and stores

5

bulk cargo

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VARIABLE

SCOPE

d

Agreed signals/communications for load moving Australian standards and codes of practice and include:

1

stop

2

raise

3

lower

4

slew - left or right

5

luff - boom up and down

e

Communications may occur through:

1

hand signals

2

whistles

3

hand-held radio

f

Calculations required during dogging and load shifting operations may include:

1

addition

2

subtraction

3

multiplication

4

division

5

fractions

6

decimals

7

percentages

8

mixed numbers

g

Personal protective equipment may include:

1

ear muffs/plugs and goggles

2

gloves

3

life-jacket

4

overalls

5

steel capped boots

6

sun glasses and sun hat

7

vests

8

wet weather gear

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SCOPE

h

Operational hazards for cargo handling and dogging operations may include:

1

moving heavy loads using unsafe lifting procedures

2

cargo handling operations in rough seas or bad weather

3

unsecured cargo, deck machinery, components or equipment

4

slippery deck

5

moving and rotating machinery

6

faulty lifting/lashing gear and equipment

7

using equipment and lifting gear beyond safe working limits

8

poor housekeeping procedures

9

working in confined spaces

10

non-compliance with safe working procedures

i

Documentation and recordsmay include:

1

Safe Working Code of Practice for the Australian Offshore Support Vessel Industry

2

ISM Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions

3

Safe working Code of Practice for the Australian Offshore Support Vessel Industry

4

orders and instructions of the officer in charge of the watch

5

vessel, rig and company procedures

j

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

Safe Working Code of Practice for the Australian Offshore Support Vessel Industry

2

relevant sections of IMO Conventions and Codes

3

relevant sections of AMSA Marine Orders

4

Safe working Code of Practice for the Australian Offshore Support Vessel Industry

5

ISM Code

6

relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S and pollution control legislation