REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Relevant sections of applicable maritime regulations

Relevant OHampS legislation and policies

Limits of responsibility of a master of a small vessel up to m in length operating within offshore limits

Methods for controlling small vessel speed and direction

Small vessel turn techniques

Techniques for incidental towing

Manoeuvring characteristics and propulsion system operational techniques for of vessels up to m in length operating within offshore limits including stopping distances and turning circles at various draughts speeds and loading

Effects of rudders and propellers on small vessel performance

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

Manoeuvring procedures for small vessels during adverse sea and weather conditions

Manoeuvres for a small vessel to approach an anchorage

Squat shallow water narrow channel and similar effects on small vessels handling

Effects on small vessel handling of wind and currents

Typical manoeuvring problems for small vessels up to m in length operating within offshore limits and appropriate action and solutions

Interaction effects with passing and moored vessels and appropriate manoeuvring procedures to be applied

Manoeuvring procedures when launching lifeboats and liferafts

Methods for a recovering a person from the water

Maritime communication techniques including issuing of helm and engine orders and towing communications

Methods for attaching towlines on small vessels for incidental towing operations

Effects of towing on the stability of a small vessel

Manoeuvring procedures when towing either alongside or on a towing line for incidental towing operations

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Communicate effectively with other personnel and passengers during vessel manoeuvres

Issue helm and engine orders

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

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Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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d

Action is taken promptly to report andor rectify resolve manoeuvring incidents in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements

e

Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail without damage to vessel equipment or personnel

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

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

b

manoeuvre a vessel less than m in length on offshore coastal voyages

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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b.

Work is performed:

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Vessel may include:

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Measures to control the trim and stability of the vessel may be carried out:

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Manoeuvres may include:

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VARIABLE

c

Manoeuvres may include:

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use of small marine power plants

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Special handling techniques required may include:

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Documentation and recordsmay include:

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f

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

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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.

1

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

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c

d

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Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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b

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