REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

IMO STCW Convention and Code the International Ship and Port Facility Security ISPS Code and AMSA Marine Orders applicable to the management of cargo handling operations

Relevant OHampS and cargo handling legislation codes of practice policies and procedures

ISM Code Safety Management Procedures as they relate to cargo handling operations

IMO SOLAS Convention

Methods for handling and securing various types of cargo including the operation of various types and configurations of lifting gear

Regulations pertaining to cargo handling equipment and gear

Cargo handling hazards and problems and appropriate preventative and remedial action and solutions

Procedures for calculating the stresses on lifting gear used in cargo handling operations

Procedures for determining the forces acting on equipment used to lash cargo

Typical operational characteristics of different types of shipboard and terminalbased cargo handling equipment and facilities

Ways of restricting vessels stress levels within permitted limits during loadingdischarging of dry bulk cargoes

Effects of different types of cargo operations on vessels trim and stability

Operational procedures and layouts of various types of shoreside loading and discharging terminals

Procedures for calculating the maximum deadweight available to a vessel that needs to subsequently enter various seasonal loadline zones

Effects on cargo handling of wind and weather

Ballast management issues and procedures

Typical types and sizes of shipping containers

Standard stowage position numbering systems used on container vessels

Procedures for determining a vessels displacement by draught survey

Factors that affect the reading of a vessels draught

Procedures for calculating the longitudinal stresses acting on a vessels hull using both manual and computer techniques

Cargo handling communication techniques including terminology used in cargo operations

Cargo handling documentation requirements including documentation to limit claims on cargo carried

Documentation required to limit the claims on cargo carried

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Communicate effectively with other personnel when planning and ensuring the safe loading stowage security and unloading of cargo

Interpret and follow procedures for the security safely handling loading stowing and carrying various types of cargo including

i general cargo

ii dry bulk cargo

iii dangerous cargo

iv special and abnormal cargoes

v bulk liquids and gas cargoes

Identify the effect of cargo operations on trim and stability

Identify the operations of various types and configurations of lifting gear

Perform various methods of securing cargo

Determine the vessels displacement by draught survey

Take proper care of cargo

Interpret and follow the procedures and identify documentation required to limit the claims on cargo carried

Perform ballast management procedures to protect the environment

Carry out calculations involved in

i calculating the maximum deadweight available to a vessel that needs to subsequently enter various seasonal loadline zones

ii calculating the stresses on lifting gear

iii determining the forces acting on lashing equipment

TDMMAB PLAN AND ENSURE SAFE LOADING STOWAGE SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO

TDMMA107B PLAN AND ENSURE SAFE LOADING, STOWAGE, SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, , the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to

a

Plan and oversee cargo handling operations

safely in both normal and emergency situations

in normal and adverse weather conditions

across a representative range of typical cargo handling contexts

b

Exercise all required safety security environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when overseeing the handling of cargo during loadingunloading and stowage operations

c

Identify cargo handling problems and hazards and take appropriate action

d

Communicate effectively with others during cargo handling operations

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

a

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

b

Applies underpinning knowledge and skills when

planning and overseeing cargo handling operations

identifying and evaluating cargo handling problems and determining appropriate courses of action

identifying and implementing improvements to cargo handling procedures

applying safety precautions relevant to cargo handling operations

assessing operational capability of cargo handling equipment

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

relevant sections of STCW the International Ship and Port Facility Security ISPS Code and AMSA Marine Orders

ISM Code and associated vessels safety management system and procedures

OHampS regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

issue resolution procedures

job procedures and work instructions

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TDMMAB PLAN AND ENSURE SAFE LOADING STOWAGE SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO

TDMMA107B PLAN AND ENSURE SAFE LOADING, STOWAGE, SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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relevant manufacturers guidelines relating to the use of machinery including instructions on equipment capability and limitations

quality procedures where existing

security procedures

following onboard housekeeping processes

waste pollution and recycling management processes

d

Action is taken promptly to report andor rectify accidents and incidents in accordance with statutory requirements and company procedures

e

Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail

f

Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace including modes of behaviour and interactions among crew and others

Context of assessment

a

Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations

b

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation

As a minimum assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate writtenoral examinations and

Appropriate practical assessment must occur

i

at the registered training organisation andor

ii

on an appropriate working or training vessel

Specific resources required for assessment

Access is required to opportunities to

a

plan and manage the actual cargo loadingunloading operations of a vessel andor

b

plan and manage suitably simulated cargo loadingunloading operations over an appropriate range of cargo handling situations weather and operational conditions

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

VARIABLE

a.

Work must be carried out:

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Work is performed:

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Work involves:

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Work requires:

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Cargo may be loaded or unloaded:

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Cargo handling operations may be carried out:

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Types of cargo may include:

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Cargo handling equipment may include:

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Cargo handling hazards may include:

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Documentation and recordsmay include:

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f

Documentation and recordsmay include:

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vessel's log

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Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

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