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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Follow instructions to monitor vessel situation when moored or anchored
   • Scheduled checks and inspections are conducted to comply with instructions
   • Appropriate action is taken in the event of irregularities or abnormal conditions to maximise the safety and integrity of the vessel
   • Restrictions on access to the vessel by visitors are followed according to instructions
   • VHF equipment is monitored and information communicated to the Master if appropriate
2. Follow instructions to monitor vessel situation when at sea
   • Proper lookout is maintained at all times according to instructions
   • Lights, shapes and sound signals are correctly recognised
   • Effective communication is maintained with the Master on matters relevant to the safety and integrity of the vessel
   • VHF equipment is monitored and information communicated to the Master when appropriate
3. Respond to potential emergency situations
   • Emergency situations are promptly reported to the Master
   • Distress signals are recognised and reported

Required Skills

Required Skills

Communicate effectively with others on lookout issues and arrangements

Correctly report other ships objects lights and navigation marks in relation to the ships head

Identify and report lights buoys and sound signals

Monitor and anticipate hazards and risks that may arise during lookout duties

Monitor VHF equipment

Respond to helm and engine orders given by the Master

Required Knowledge

International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea

Navigation lights shapes and sound signals

Typical emergency situations and appropriate action and solutions

Work health and safety WHSoccupational health and safety OHS requirements and work practices

Evidence Required

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 communicating required information in a timely manner providing required amount of detail in 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 industryapproved marine operations site where performing basic lookout duties 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 andor 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
Method of assessment	Practical assessment must occur in an appropriately simulated workplace environment andor appropriate range of situations in the workplace 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 performing basic lookout duties direct observation of candidate applying relevant WHSOHS 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

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Range Statement

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.
Scheduled checks and inspections include:	Coverage Frequency Timing
Irregularities or abnormal conditions may include:	Events affecting the safety and integrity of: vessel crew equipment materials, such as cargo
Monitored may include:	Communications with other vessels Communications with those on shore Weather reports and warnings
Emergency situations may include:	Cargo shift Collision Dragging anchor Failure of vessel equipment and navigational lights Fire Fog or restricted visibility Heavy weather Loss of engine or propulsion controls Loss of mooring lines Loss of watertight integrity Person overboard Reception of distress signal Stranding Sudden list or loll Synchronous rolling

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