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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Prepare to launch vessel
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Weather, tides and launch site are checked for safe launch conditions
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
2. Conduct pre-launch safety inspection
   • Vessel safety equipment is audited
   • Vessel systems and components are checked for seaworthiness, and compliance with manufacturer specifications and applicable state and territory regulations
   • Trailer is checked for compliance with manufacturer specifications and applicable state and territory regulations
   • Systems and components that fail the vessel and trailer check are recorded, and supervisor and owner are notified
3. Launch vessel
   • Vehicle is manoeuvred to position trailer in suitable depth of water on launch site according to manufacturer and workplace procedures and safety requirements
   • Vessel is tethered to trailer using suitable rope and knots
   • Winch mechanism is operated, safety chain removed, and vessel allowed to slide from trailer according to manufacturer and workplace procedures, safety requirements, and state and territory marine safety laws
   • Vessel is moved from launch site to safe area in water according to state and territory marine safety laws
   • Vehicle and trailer are parked in a suitable area
4. Recover vessel
   • Vehicle is manoeuvred to position trailer in suitable depth of water on launch site according to state and territory marine safety laws
   • Detachable trailer fixtures are removed and trailer retrieval guide poles fitted as required
   • Vessel is manoeuvred into recovery area and aligned with trailer guides and rollers
   • Vessel is tethered to trailer using suitable rope and knots
   • Winch mechanism is operated and vessel is pulled on to trailer without causing damage to vessel or trailer
   • Vessel is secured to trailer according to manufacturer specifications and applicable state and territory regulations
5. Prepare to launch vessel
   • Job requirements are determined from workplace instructions
   • Tools and equipment are selected and checked for serviceability
   • Weather, tides and launch site are checked for safe launch conditions
   • Hazards associated with the work are identified and risks are managed
6. Conduct pre-launch safety inspection
   • Vessel safety equipment is audited
   • Vessel systems and components are checked for seaworthiness, and compliance with manufacturer specifications and applicable state and territory regulations
   • Trailer is checked for compliance with manufacturer specifications and applicable state and territory regulations
   • Systems and components that fail the vessel and trailer check are recorded, and supervisor and owner are notified
7. Launch vessel
   • Vehicle is manoeuvred to position trailer in suitable depth of water on launch site according to manufacturer and workplace procedures and safety requirements
   • Vessel is tethered to trailer using suitable rope and knots
   • Winch mechanism is operated, safety chain removed, and vessel allowed to slide from trailer according to manufacturer and workplace procedures, safety requirements, and state and territory marine safety laws
   • Vessel is moved from launch site to safe area in water according to state and territory marine safety laws
   • Vehicle and trailer are parked in a suitable area
8. Recover vessel
   • Vehicle is manoeuvred to position trailer in suitable depth of water on launch site according to state and territory marine safety laws
   • Detachable trailer fixtures are removed and trailer retrieval guide poles fitted as required
   • Vessel is manoeuvred into recovery area and aligned with trailer guides and rollers
   • Vessel is tethered to trailer using suitable rope and knots
   • Winch mechanism is operated and vessel is pulled on to trailer without causing damage to vessel or trailer
   • Vessel is secured to trailer according to manufacturer specifications and applicable state and territory regulations

Range Statement

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Safety requirements must include:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements, including procedures for: selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE), including personal flotation devices working safely with rope, chain and steel cables.

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Performance Evidence

Before competency can be determined, individuals must demonstrate they can perform the following according to the standards defined in this unit’s elements, performance criteria, range of conditions and foundation skills:

launch and recover two different vessels of up to 10 metres in length with a maximum beam of 2.5 metres, from different trailers.

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Knowledge Evidence

Individuals must be able to demonstrate knowledge of:

work health and safety (WHS) and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements relating to launching and recovering vessels using a trailer, including procedures for:

selecting and using personal protective equipment (PPE), including personal flotation devices

working safely with rope, chain and steel cables

tare weight, gross vehicle mass and aggregate trailer mass regulations relating to trailer weights on single, dual and tri-axle trailers

pre-launch inspection procedures, including inspection procedures for:

vessel safety equipment, including:

life jackets

anchors

bailer or fire bucket and lanyard

bilge pump

compass

distress flares

emergency position indicating radio beacon (EPIRB)

fire extinguisher

map

marine radio

paddles and oars

safety and capacity labels

sound signals

drinking water

waterproof torch

hulls and fittings

trailers, including trailer winch mechanisms

state or territory legislation, regulations, marine safety laws, standards and codes of practice relating to marine launch sites

vessel launching and recovery procedures, including:

methods of determining water depth required for vessel flotation

type, application and operation of trailer winches

rope knots applicable to launching and recovering vessels

methods of securing vessels to trailers.

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