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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Plan the loading, stowage, security and unloading of dangerous cargo
  2. Load, stow and unload dangerous cargo

Required Skills

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 dangerous cargo handling operations

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

ISM Code safety management system

IMDG Code

Dangerous goods identification codes and signage requirements

Methods for handling various types of dangerous cargo

Characteristics hazards and problems of different types of dangerous cargo and associated preventative and remedial action and solutions

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

Effects on dangerous cargo handling of wind weather and sea conditions

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

Dangerous cargo handling communication techniques

Ballast management issues and procedures

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

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

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

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

Dangerous cargo handling documentation including documentation to limit claims on cargo carried

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Communicate effectively with other personnel when planning and monitoring the carriage of dangerous cargoes

Interpret and follow procedures and precautions for planning and monitoring the carriage of dangerous cargoes

Work collaboratively with others when planning and monitoring the carriage of dangerous cargoes

Recognise and solve problems that may arise when planning and monitoring the carriage of dangerous cargoes

Carry out all required calculations and associated mathematical functions involved in planning and monitoring the carriage of dangerous cargoes

Organise own work activities when planning and monitoring the carriage of dangerous cargoes

Adapt to contingency security and emergency situations that may arise during the planning and monitoring of carriage of dangerous cargoes

Conduct loading and unloading operations safely with appropriate equipment

Evidence Required

TDMMAB PLAN AND MONITOR THE CARRIAGE OF DANGEROUS CARGOES

TDMMA307B PLAN AND MONITOR THE CARRIAGE OF DANGEROUS CARGOES

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 dangerous cargo handling operations

safely in both normal and emergency situations

in normal and adverse weather conditions

across a representative range of typical dangerous cargo handling contexts

b

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

c

Identify typical dangerous cargo handling problems and hazards and take appropriate action

d

Communicate effectively with others during dangerous cargo handling operations

e

Complete all required dangerous cargo documentation requirements

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

Consistently applies underpinning knowledge and skills when

planning and overseeing dangerous cargo handling operations

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

identifying and implementing improvements to dangerous cargo handling procedures

applying safety precautions relevant to dangerous cargo handling operations

assessing operational capability of cargo handling equipment

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

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

ISM Code and associated vessels safety management system and procedures

continued

TDMMAB PLAN AND MONITOR THE CARRIAGE OF DANGEROUS CARGOES

TDMMA307B PLAN AND MONITOR THE CARRIAGE OF DANGEROUS CARGOES

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

continued

OHampS regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

issue resolution procedures

job procedures and work instructions

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 dangerous cargo loadingunloading operations of a vessel andor

b

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


Range Statement

TDMMA307B PLAN AND MONITOR THE CARRIAGE OF DANGEROUS CARGOES

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

SCOPE

1. GENERAL CONTEXT

a.

Work must be carried out:

1

in compliance with mandatory rules and regulations and IMO Conventions and Codes, including the relevant sections of the AMSA Marine Orders and ensuring that applicable codes, guidelines and standards recommended by IMO, the classification societies and maritime industry organisations are taken into account

b.

Work is performed:

1

relatively independently under broad operational requirements, with accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes

c.

Work involves:

1

the planning and execution of a significant range of dangerous cargo handling techniques across a wide and often unpredictable variety of dangerous cargo types and operational contexts. Contribution to the development of a broad plan or strategy for dangerous cargo handling operations and stowage is required and accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the outcomes is involved

d.

Work requires:

1

significant judgement in planning, technical and leadership functions related to dangerous cargo handling operations and procedures

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT

a

Dangerous cargo may be loaded or unloaded:

1

from any Australian or international commercial vessel

b

Dangerous cargo handling operations may be carried out:

1

Dangerous cargo handling operations may be carried out

2

by day or night in both normal and emergency situations

3

under any permissible conditions of weather

4

at various shoreside loading and discharge terminals

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TDMMA307B PLAN AND MONITOR THE CARRIAGE OF DANGEROUS CARGOES

VARIABLE

SCOPE

c

Dangerous cargo may include the various classes of dangerous goods as detailed in the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code, including:

1

oil and petroleum products

2

corrosive and toxic chemicals

3

liquefied gas

4

toxic gas

5

toxic solid bulk cargo

6

explosives

7

munitions

8

radioactive cargo

d

Cargo handling equipment may include:

1

single swinging derricks

2

union purchase derricks

3

shipboard cranes

4

terminal-based cranes

5

pumps, valves and hoses

e

Dangerous cargo handling hazards may include:

1

faulty cargo handling equipment

2

damaged cargo

3

cargo handling operations in poor weather or sea conditions

4

incorrectly stowed dangerous cargo

5

incorrectly lashed or secured dangerous cargo

6

using equipment beyond safe working limits

7

explosion

8

fire

9

spill of corrosive liquid

10

spill or release of toxic liquid, gas or material

11

radiation

12

non-compliance with safe working procedures

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TDMMA307B PLAN AND MONITOR THE CARRIAGE OF DANGEROUS CARGOES

VARIABLE

SCOPE

f

Documentation and records may include:

1

ISM Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions

2

dangerous cargo handling operational orders and instructions

3

relevant sections of IMO STCW Convention and Code and the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code

4

relevant sections of AMSA Marine Orders

5

IMO SOLAS Convention

6

vessel's log

7

IMDG Code

8

vessel's 'Cargo Securing Manual'

9

vessel's Register of Materials Handling Equipment

10

vessel/shore safety checklist

11

company dangerous cargo handling procedures

12

cargo handling equipment manufacturer's instructions and procedures

13

instructions of relevant maritime authorities

14

relevant Australian and international standards and regulatory requirements

g

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

sections of IMO STCW Convention and Code and the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code related to dangerous cargo handling

2

relevant sections of AMSA Marine Orders

3

Part 32 as it relates to cargo gear

4

Part 41 as it relates to dangerous cargoes

5

relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation

6

IMO SOLAS Convention

7

ISM Code