REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Communicate effectively with others when transmitting and receiving information by visual signalling

Read and interpret procedures for sending visual messages with flags using the International Code of Signals

Read and interpret maritime regulations rules and instructions on visual signalling

Recognise and decode visual messages sent with flags using the International Code of Signals

Keep records of visual signalling communication

Work collaboratively with others when transmitting and receiving information by visual signalling

Recognise problems that may be experienced when transmitting and receiving information by visual signalling and take appropriate action

Adapt to differences in vessels equipment and procedures

Use a flashing light to send visual messages using code

Send and receive special visual messages with flags

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Relevant sections of applicable maritime regulations

International Code of Signals

Procedures for using a flashing light to send visual messages using code

Procedures for sending visual messages with flags using the International Code of Signals

Techniques for recognising and decoding visual messages sent with flags using the International Code of Signals

Techniques for sending and receiving special visual messages with flags

Visual signalling problems and appropriate action and solutions

Procedures for keeping records of visual communication

TDMMEB TRANSMIT AND RECEIVE INFORMATION BY VISUAL SIGNALLING

TDMME307B TRANSMIT AND RECEIVE INFORMATION BY VISUAL SIGNALLING

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

Send and receive messages in code using a flashing light

b

Send and receive messages using flags in accordance with the International Code of Signals

c

Maintain records of visual communication

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

carrying out visual communication activities on board a vessel

identifying and evaluating visual communication signalling problems and determining appropriate courses of action

maintaining records of visual communication

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

relevant maritime regulations

job procedures and work instructions

guidelines relating to the use of a light and flags visual communication between vessels

d

Action is taken promptly to report visual communication problems in accordance with established 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

continued

TDMMEB TRANSMIT AND RECEIVE INFORMATION BY VISUAL SIGNALLING

TDMME307B TRANSMIT AND RECEIVE INFORMATION BY VISUAL SIGNALLING

Context of assessment

continued

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

demonstrate performance in suitably simulated visual communication exercises covering a range of communication situations typically experienced on a vessel andor

b

demonstrate the use of visual communication in an appropriate range of operational situations on board an operational commercial or training vessel

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

Visual communication may include:

1

b

Visual communication may becarried out:

1

2

3

4

5

6

VARIABLE

c

Special messages for signallingmay include:

1

2

3

4

5

d

Documentation and recordsmay include:

1

2

3

4

5

e

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

2

3

4