Required skills

Look for evidence that confirms skills in

adequately preparing and checking

manoeuvring and handling a boat safely and accurately

monitoring performance and being aware

navigating safely and taking hazards into account

anchoring techniques

Required knowledge

Look for evidence that confirms knowledge of

boating and other relevant legislation rules and regulations

legislative requirements regarding the use of safety equipment

area of activity hazards and prevailing conditions

boating information resources

environmental awareness

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 safely handleoperate a powered recreational boat on coastal and inland waters including basic navigation and anchoring

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 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 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

Pre-start check

Manoeuvred safely according to conditions

Monitored

Environment

Aids to small craft navigation

Relevant legislation, recognised regulations and rules

Hazards and conditions

Type of anchor