REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Relevant maritime regulations

Manoeuvring and propulsion characteristics for vessels of less than metres in length operating including stopping distances and turning circles at various draughts speeds and loading

Effects of displacement and planing hulls on manoeuvring characteristics of small power driven vessels

Principles of stability and trim in a small vessel and the disposition of passengers andor cargo required to maintain stability and trim within safe limits

Manoeuvring problems for vessels of less than metres in length and appropriate action and solutions

Methods for controlling vessel speed and direction

Effects on manoeuvres of wind currents and bottom topography

Effects of vessel wash on other waterways users and the environment

Characteristics of entrance bars and knowledge of manoeuvres for crossing those bars

Principles for avoiding being caught in severe weather conditions

Characteristics of adverse weather and sea conditions and the related precautions and manoeuvring techniques that should be applied to maintain the control and stability of the vessel

Requirements of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea and other regulations set by local authorities

Maritime communication techniques

Relevant OHampS legislation and policies

TDMMCC MANOEUVRE A DOMESTIC VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A COXSWAIN

TDMMC907C MANOEUVRE A DOMESTIC VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A COXSWAIN

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 small 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 appropriate procedures to allow for interaction effects with passing vessels

Recognise the effects of interaction with passing vessels and 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 minimal wash

TDMMCC MANOEUVRE A DOMESTIC VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A COXSWAIN

TDMMC907C MANOEUVRE A DOMESTIC VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A COXSWAIN

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 of less than metres in length within inshore limits

in normal and emergency situations and adverse weather conditions

during berthing and unberthing operations

while anchoring or mooring

when beaching and refloating a vessel

while crossing coastal bars

b

Exercise all required safety and hazard control procedures when manoeuvring a vessel of less than metres in length within inshore limits

c

Identify manoeuvring problems and take appropriate action

d

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 defined manoeuvring operations

identifying and evaluating manoeuvring problems and determining appropriate courses of action

applying safety precautions relevant to manoeuvring operations

assessing operational capability of vessel and 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

job procedures and work instructions

manufacturers guidelines relating to the use of propulsion and other onboard equipment including information on capability and limitations

d

TDMMCC MANOEUVRE A DOMESTIC VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A COXSWAIN

TDMMC907C MANOEUVRE A DOMESTIC VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A COXSWAIN

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

continued

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

manoeuvre a working or training vessel of less than metres in length in an appropriate range of normal and real or simulated emergency inshore situations including normal and adverse weather conditions andor

b

operate a suitably realistic small vessel simulator over an appropriate range of simulated manoeuvring situations and weather conditions

VARIABLE

a.

Work must be carried out:

1

b.

Work is performed:

1

c.

Work involves:

1

a

Vessel may include:

1

b

Propulsion units may be:

1

c

Manoeuvres may be carried out:

1

2

3

4

5

6

d

Manoeuvres may include:

1

2

3

VARIABLE

d

Manoeuvres may include:

(continued)

4

handling vessel in shallow water, rivers, estuaries and restricted waters

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6

7

Manoeuvres may occur within in-shore limits, including:

1

2

3

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5

f

Emergencies may include:

1

2

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g

Special handling techniques required in adverse weather may include:

1

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VARIABLE

h

Documentation and recordsmay include:

1

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7

i

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

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