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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Inspect vessel and identify maintenance/repair requirements
   • Sectors, surfaces and fittings requiring inspection are identified.
   • Condition of sectors/surfaces and fittings is established.
   • Appropriate cosmetic maintenance/repair requirements and methods are established.
2. Clean and prepare vessel sectors and surfaces
   • Correct cleaning tools, equipment and materials are selected and used safely.
   • Fittings are cleaned and prepared for maintenance.
   • Surfaces and sectors are cleaned free of contaminants.
   • Safety practices are applied in accordance with organisational and legislative requirements.
3. Perform cosmetic maintenance/repair
   • Surfaces are correctly prepared, filled and faired ready for finishing.
   • Compatibility of re-coating materials is confirmed.
   • Material coatings are selected and applied correctly.
   • Fittings are maintained/replaced as appropriate.
   • Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored correctly.
4. Finish surfaces
   • Where applicable, surfaces are re-coated.
   • Where applicable, surfaces are sanded and buffed/polished to specification.

Required Skills

Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in implementing written and verbal instruction and specification recognising structure and components identifying surface coating and toxicity status of different sectors detecting faults flaws and breakdowns in surface integrity preparing site to job safety and environmental requirements selecting tools and equipment selecting cleaningetchingcutting solutions and compounds etc using personal protective equipment PPE removing fittings where required preparing partssections in need of repair acquiring preparing and applying fillers caulking compounds sealants adhesives gelcoats etc where required preparing surfaces in readiness for application of surface finishing and protective coatings where required applyingrestoring surface finishes and or protective coatings reinstallingreplacing fittings disposing of waste and general housekeeping

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of structure component and surface type identification written and verbal instruction and specification range of cleaningetchingcutting solutions and compounds etc protective and preservative coatings fault and blemish identification types of fillers caulking sealants adhesives and their uses operation of hand and mechanical tools including high pressure cleaning devices safety measures safe working procedures and personal protection methods of cleaning performing cosmetic repair and surface preparation finishing and preservation environmental impact of runoff and waste waste disposal obligations and regulations

Evidence Required

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	A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to maintain marine vessel surfaces Competency in this unit cannot be claimed until all prerequisites have been satisfied
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit	Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria including required knowledge and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts
Context of and specific resources for assessment	This unit may be assessed on the job off the job or a combination of both on and off the job Where assessment occurs off the job that is the candidate is not in productive work then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety quality communication materials handling recording and reporting associated with maintaining marine vessel surfaces or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit
Method of assessment	Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid sufficient current and authentic Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation supervisors reports project work samples and questioning Questioning techniques should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency The candidate must have access to all tools equipment materials and documentation required The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures product and manufacturing specifications codes standards manuals and reference materials
Guidance information for assessment

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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. 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.
Cosmetic maintenance/repair	Cosmetic environmental and other damage including chips in fibre reinforced plastics, minor corrosion in metal, caulking in timber surfaces, wear and corrosion of fittings
Cleaning tools, equipment and materials	Hand scrapers and scouring pads, handheld power tools, abrasive materials and equipment and associated dust extraction accessories, high-pressure blast cleaning equipment and chemical cleaners such as acid wash, solvent, detergent

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