Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in

undertaking risk assessment

communicating with others

performing proper manual handling techniques

interpreting safety signage labelling and placarding

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of marine environmentspecific

dangerous goods classification and labellingplacarding

testing use and maintenance of PPE

inherent hazardous properties of the chemicals used

interpretation of the relevant MSDS

basic fire fighting procedures

sitespecific emergency plan procedures

spill confinement procedures

dangerous occurrence near miss reporting procedures

hierarchy of control

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 work safely in and on marine craft by identifying any risks moving and working safely and following emergency procedures

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 Where assessment occurs off the job ie the candidate is not in productive work 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 associated with a marine environment 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 should not require language literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit 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

Access to the work location

Work platforms

Engineering controls

Personal protection equipment (PPE)

Workplace housekeeping methods

Communication systems and methods