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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare propulsion unit and auxiliary system for use
  2. Operate propulsion unit and auxiliary system
  3. Check and complete propulsion unit and auxiliary system operation

Range Statement

Specifies different 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.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Personal protective clothing and equipment include one or more of the following:

boots

gloves

hard hat

hearing protection

overalls

protective eyewear

respirator or facemask

Pre-operational checks include one or more of the following:

checking and confirming equipment calibration settings

inspecting safety guards, power take off stubs and shafts

observing and monitoring noise levels for correct operation

pre-start and safety checks including:

oils and lubricants

fuel systems

leads

lines

connections

Equipment must include:

auxiliary equipment

bilge systems

cooling, lubricating and fuel systems

drive train assembly

fire pumping arrangements

low voltage electrical systems

monitoring machinery

petrol, diesel and outboard engines

shore power leads and connections

steering gear

two- and four-stroke engines

Safe and controlled manner include one or more of the following:

appropriate selection and use of machinery and equipment

maintaining workloads within specifications

using operational techniques for the specific location and weather conditions

Environmental implications include one or more of the following:

excessive noise and exhaust emissions

incorrect use of maintenance debris for example oils, containers, chemical residues

hazardous substances