REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Relevant sections of applicable State and Territory maritime regulations NSCV and USL Code

Relevant OHampS legislation and policies

Limits of responsibility of a master of a vessel less than m in length on a coastal voyage

Limits of responsibility of a master of a vessel less than 80m in length on a coastal voyage

Methods for controlling vessel speed and direction

Techniques for turning a vessel in various tide and wind conditions

Manoeuvring characteristics and propulsion system techniques and performance for vessels up to m in length on coastal voyages including stopping distances and turning circles at various draughts speeds and loading

Manoeuvring characteristics and propulsion system techniques and performance for vessels up to 80m in length on coastal voyages, including stopping distances and turning circles at various draughts, speeds and loading

Effects of deadweight draught trim speed and underkeel clearance on turning circles and stopping distances

Squat shallow water and similar effects on vessels handling

Manoeuvring methods for the berthing anchoring mooring

Typical manoeuvring problems for up to m in length on coastal voyages and appropriate action and solutions

Typical manoeuvring problems for up to 80m in length on coastal voyages, and appropriate action and solutions

Manoeuvring procedures in and near traffic separation schemes and vessel traffic service areas

Methods for a recovering a person from the water

Maritime communication techniques

Manoeuvring techniques for the launching of boats and liferafts

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Communicate effectively with other personnel and passengers during vessel manoeuvres

Read and interpret vessel manufacturers instructions on vessel operation

Read and interpret vessel marine regulations rules and instructions concerning vessel operations

Collect manage and interpret information required for the safe navigation of the vessel

Plan the timing and sequence of vessel operations to be appropriate to the prevailing circumstances sea and weather conditions and any navigational hazards

Work collaboratively with other shipboard personnel and passengers during vessel operations

Make appropriate estimates and calculations required during the course of vessel operations eg fuel distance speed time etc

Determine the type and extent of an emergency and determine the appropriate survival action to be taken

Determine appropriate procedures to allow for interaction effects with passing vessels

Recognise the effects of various operational situations such as squat shallow water and narrow channel on vessels handling and determine appropriate manoeuvring action required

Operate the vessel in accordance with manufacturers instructions

Turn the vessel in various operational situations

Manoeuvre the vessel with no wash

Berth anchor and moor the vessel in various conditions of wind tide and weather

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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

Manoeuvre a vessel up to metres in length on a coastal voyage

Manoeuvre a vessel up to 80metres in length on a coastal voyage:

safely in normal and emergency situations

in normal and heavy weather conditions

in berthing and unberthing operations

when anchoring or mooring

b

Exercise all required safety and hazard control procedures when manoeuvring the vessel

c

Identify typical manoeuvring problems and take appropriate action

d

Communicate effectively with others during manoeuvring 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

completing manoeuvring operations

identifying and evaluating manoeuvring problems and determining appropriate courses of action

applying safety precautions relevant to manoeuvring operations

assessing operational capability of propulsion plant and equipment

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

relevant maritime regulations

OHampS regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

standard operating procedures and work instructions

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

d

Action is taken promptly to report andor rectify manoeuvring 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

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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

operate a suitable ship simulator over an appropriate range of simulated manoeuvring situations weather and loading conditions andor

b

manoeuvre a vessel less than m in length on a coastal voyage in an appropriate range of situations weather and loading conditions

manoeuvre a vessel less than 80m in length on a coastal voyage in an appropriate range of situations, weather and loading 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:

1

b.

Work is performed:

1

c.

Work involves:

1

d.

Work requires:

1

a

Vessel may include:

1

b

Manoeuvres may be carried out

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c

Manoeuvres may include:

1

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

c

Manoeuvres may include:

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2

mooring or anchoring

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d

Special handling techniques required may include:

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e

Documentation and recordsmay include:

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VARIABLE

f

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

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