REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Relevant sections of IMO STCW Code and AMSA Marine Orders applicable for liquefied gas tankers including the IGC

Relevant OHampS and pollution control legislation codes of practice policies and procedures

The basic principles and trends in liquefied gas tanker design and cargo containment and handling systems including

a

types and design of liquefied gas tankers and their equipment

b

cargo containment systems with special reference to rules surveys tank construction materials coatings insulation and compatibility

c

cargo handling equipment including pumps and pumping arrangements and vapour return systems and piping systems and valves

d

e

tank atmosphere control systems including the use of inert gas and nitrogen

f

instrumentation of cargo containment and handling systems including that of gauging sampling and temperature control and pressure monitoring systems

Safety procedures and regulatory requirements for loading discharge handling and condition monitoring of liquefied gas cargo including

a

cargo loading and discharging preparations and procedures

b

the purpose and use of checklists including the vesselshore checklist

c

the importance of correct supervision and the use of monitoring equipment when handling liquefied gas cargoes

d

e

liquefied gas cargo sampling procedures

f

ballasting and deballasting procedures

g

the warm up and gas freeing procedures

h

the procedures for cool down of a gasfree system from ambient temperature and the safety precautions involved

Special safety precautions with respect to repair and maintenance work on a liquefied gas tanker including

a

an understanding of the types of hazards and their causes

b

safety and hazard minimisation procedures used on liquefied gas tankers

c

the design features of the vessels which control the major hazards on a liquefied gas tanker

TDMMFB PLAN AND IMPLEMENT SPECIAL SAFETY MAINTENANCE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR LIQUEFIED GAS TANKERS

TDMMF1407B PLAN AND IMPLEMENT SPECIAL SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR LIQUEFIED GAS TANKERS

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basic toxicological terminology

f

routes of entry of toxins to the human body

g

special first aid measures which may be required on a liquefied gas tanker including administering antidotes when dealing with a safety incident involving liquefied gases

Principles and procedures for emergency operations on a liquefied gas tanker including

a

the importance of developing vessel emergency plans

b

techniques for emergency shut down of cargo operations on a liquefied gas tanker

c

actions to be taken in the event of failure of services essential to liquefied gas cargo

d

e

the correct procedures for the use of breathing apparatus escape equipment resuscitation equipment rescue equipment and protective clothing and equipment

f

procedures for entry into and effecting a rescue from enclosed spaces on a tanker

g

importance of supervising personnel during potentially hazardous operations

h

types and principles of certified safe electrical equipment and sources of ignition

Maritime communication techniques as they are applied in the loading discharge handling and condition monitoring of oil cargo

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TDMMF1407B PLAN AND IMPLEMENT SPECIAL SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR LIQUEFIED GAS TANKERS

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Read and interpret instructions regulations procedures and information relevant to planning and implementing special safety maintenance and emergency procedures for liquefied gas tankers

Communicate effectively with others when planning and implementing special safety maintenance and emergency procedures for liquefied gas tankers

Provide leadership to others on matters related the planning and implementing special safety maintenance and emergency procedures for liquefied gas tankers

Take appropriate initiatives related to the planning and implementing special safety maintenance and emergency procedures for liquefied gas tankers

Interpret and apply security and safety practices and regulations when planning and implementing special safety maintenance and emergency procedures for liquefied gas tankers

Modify activities dependent on differing workplace contingencies risk situations and environments

Identify and solve problems associated with the planning and implementing special safety maintenance and emergency procedures for liquefied gas tankers and take appropriate action based on available information

Monitor and anticipate problems and risks related to the special safety maintenance and emergency procedures for liquefied gas tankers and take appropriate action

Adapt to differing types of vessels port facilities oil cargoes and equipment

Monitor the use of equipment required for the planning and implementing special safety maintenance and emergency procedures for liquefied gas tankers

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TDMMF1407B PLAN AND IMPLEMENT SPECIAL SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR LIQUEFIED GAS TANKERS

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

Plan and implement special safety maintenance and emergency procedures on a liquefied gas tanker

b

Identify typical safety maintenance and emergency problems and hazards on a liquefied gas tanker and take appropriate action

c

Apply relevant international conventions IMO and national codes tanker safety guides and port regulations related to liquefied gas tanker operations

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

planning and implementing special safety maintenance and emergency procedures for liquefied gas tankers

identifying and evaluating liquefied gas cargo safety maintenance and emergency problems and hazards and determining appropriate courses of action

identifying and implementing improvements to liquefied gas cargo safety maintenance and emergency procedures

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

relevant sections of IMO STCW Convention and Code and AMSA Marine Orders

OHampS and pollution control regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

ISM Code safety management system procedures and work instructions on the conduct of maintenance on liquefied gas tankers

pollution management processes

d

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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TDMMF1407B PLAN AND IMPLEMENT SPECIAL SAFETY, MAINTENANCE AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES FOR LIQUEFIED GAS TANKERS

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

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

participate in a range of practical exercises case studies andor other exercises that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to plan and implement special safety maintenance and emergency procedures for liquefied gas tankers andor

b

plan and implement special safety maintenance and emergency procedures on board an operational liquefied gas tanker

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Work must be carried out:

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Work is performed:

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Work involves:

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Work requires:

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Vessel may include:

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Operational, maintenance and emergency procedures may be carried out:

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Operations on a liquefied gas tanker may include:

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Liquefied gas cargo handling systems and equipment may include:

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Personal protection clothing and equipment may include:

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Hazards associated with liquefied gas cargoes may include:

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Documentation/records may include:

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Applicable procedures and codes may include:

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