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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Supervise the loading, stowage and unloading of general cargo

Required Skills

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Relevant sections of applicable maritime regulations

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

Procedures and documentation required in the event of an incident during cargo handling operations

Methods for handling various types of cargo

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

Typical cargo handling hazards and problems and appropriate preventative and remedial action and solutions

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

Procedures for carrying out calculations involving weights capacities stowage factors load densities etc including

a

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

b

calculating the stresses on lifting gear used in cargo handling operations

c

determining a vessels displacement by draught survey

d

determining the forces acting on equipment used to lash cargo

e

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

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

Factors that affect the reading of a vessels draught

IMDG Code

Cargo handling communication techniques

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

TDMMAB MONITOR THE LOADING STOWAGE SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO

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REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Read and interpret and apply instructions regulations procedures and information relevant to the loading stowage security and unloading of cargo

Communicate effectively with others during the loading stowage security and unloading of cargo

Provide leadership to others on matters related the loading stowage security and unloading of cargo

Take appropriate initiatives related to the loading stowage security and unloading of cargo

Interpret and apply security and safety practices and regulations when monitoring the loading stowage security and unloading of cargo

Modify activities dependent on differing workplace contingencies risk situations and environments

Identify and solve problems associated with the loading stowage security and unloading of cargo and take appropriate action based on available information

Monitor and anticipate problems and risks related to the loading stowage security and unloading of cargo and take appropriate action

Adapt to differing types of vessels port facilities cargo and equipment

Monitor the use of equipment involved in the loading stowage security and unloading of cargo

Evidence Required

TDMMAB MONITOR THE LOADING STOWAGE SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO

TDMMA707B MONITOR THE 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

Monitor and supervise cargo handling operations

in normal and emergency situations

in normal and adverse weather conditions

across a representative range of typical cargo handling contexts

b

Ensure compliance with all required safety environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when overseeing the handling of cargo during loadingunloading and stowage operations

c

Identify typical 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

Consistently applies underpinning knowledge and skills when

monitoring and supervising 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 maritime regulations

ISM Code and associated vessels safety management system and procedures

OHampS regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

standard operating procedures and work instructions

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

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Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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security procedures

following onboard housekeeping processes

d

Action is taken promptly to report andor rectify accidents and safety 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 between 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

Specificresourcesrequired for assessment

Access is required to opportunities to

a

monitor and supervise suitably simulated cargo loadingunloading operations over an appropriate range of cargo handling situations weather and operational conditions andor

b

monitor and supervise the actual cargo loadingunloading operations of a vessel


Range Statement

TDMMA707B MONITOR THE LOADING, STOWAGE, SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO

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 relevant maritime regulations.

b.

Work is performed:

1

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

c.

Work involves:

1

the monitoring and supervision of a significant range of cargo handling operations across a wide and often unpredictable variety of cargo types and operational contexts. Monitoring and overseeing the implementation of a broad plan or strategy for cargo handling operations and stowage is required. Defined accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the outcomes is involved.

d.

Work requires:

1

limited responsibility in the management of functions related to cargo handling operations and procedures.

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT

a

Cargo may be loaded or unloaded from:

1

any Australian or international commercial vessel

b

Cargo handling operations may be carried out:

1

by day or night in both normal and emergency situations

2

under any permissible conditions of weather

3

at various shoreside loading and discharge terminals

c

Types of cargo may include:

1

general cargo

2

containers

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SCOPE

c

Types of cargo may include:

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3

various types of solid bulk materials

4

various types of bulk liquids

5

special and abnormal cargo such as:

i refrigerated cargo and containers

ii pig iron, ingots and steel billets

iii mineral concentrates

iv extra heavy 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

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 cargo

5

incorrectly lashed or secured cargo

6

using equipment beyond safe working limits

7

non-compliance with safe working procedures

f

Documentation and recordsmay include:

1

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

2

cargo handling operational orders and instructions

3

relevant maritime regulations

4

vessel's log

5

vessel's 'Cargo Securing Manual'

6

vessel's Register of Materials Handling Equipment

7

vessel/shore safety checklist

8

company cargo handling procedures

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f

Documentation and recordsmay include:(continued)

9

cargo handling equipment manufacturer's instructions and recommended procedures

10

instructions of relevant maritime authorities

11

relevant Australian and international standards and regulatory requirements

g

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

sections of IMO STCW 95 Convention and Code related to cargo handling, including the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code

2

relevant sections of AMSA Marine Orders

3

relevant sections of State and Territory maritime regulations, NSCV and USL Code

4

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

5

International Grain Code

6

Lumber load-line requirements and the Code of Safe Practice for Ships carrying Timber Deck Cargo