REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

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

IMO principles for keeping a safe navigational watch

Relevant OHampS legislation and policies

The use of the IALA Buoyage System

Implications of a range of factors that can affect watchkeeping functions on a vessel up to metres in length engaged on a coastal voyage

Implications of a range of factors that can affect watchkeeping functions on a vessel up to 80metres in length engaged on a coastal voyage

Causes of groundings collisions and casualties when on board vessel

Typical navigational hazards and implications for watchkeeping on a vessel up to metres in length engaged on a coastal voyage

Typical navigational hazards and implications for watchkeeping on a vessel up to 80metres in length engaged on a coastal voyage

Operating procedures for typical navigational aids and skills and knowledge needed to use them effectively

Principles of estimating a position in absence of visual or electronic systems

Watch handover procedures

Watchkeeping problems and emergency situations for commercial vessels up to metres in length engaged on a coastal voyages and appropriate action and solutions

Watchkeeping problems and emergency situations for commercial vessels up to 80metres in length engaged on a coastal voyages and appropriate action and solutions

Manual and electronic navigational aids available to the bridge team and the procedures for their operation and use during a watch

Instrumentation controls and alarms on a vessel up to metres in length engaged on a coastal voyage

Instrumentation, controls and alarms on a vessel up to 80metres in length engaged on a coastal voyage

Rudder and propeller control and vessel manoeuvring characteristics

Precautions necessary when navigating in or near traffic separation schemes or other routeing measures

Fatigue management principles and techniques including

a

signs of fatigue

b

ways of controlling fatigue

c

action to be taken when fatigued

Maritime communication techniques required during watchkeeping functions

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Communicate effectively with others on watchkeeping issues arrangements and requirements

Read interpret and apply instructions procedures and information relevant to the role and responsibilities of a watchkeeper

Select and use appropriate internal and external communications equipment during watchkeeping duties

Provide leadership as a member of the bridge team during watchkeeping duties

Take appropriate initiatives related to the protection of the environment during watchkeeping duties

Interpret and apply required practices during watchkeeping duties

Modify activities dependent on differing vessel contingencies risk situations and environments

Identify and solve problems that may arise during watchkeeping duties and report problems and issues and take appropriate action based on available information

Monitor and anticipate hazards and risks that may arise during watchkeeping duties and take appropriate action

Adapt to differences in vessels bridge equipment and watchkeeping procedures

Select and operate bridge equipment as required in the course of watchkeeping functions

Fix a position at any time during a voyage

TDMMFB EXECUTE WATCHKEEPING ARRANGEMENTS AND PROCEDURES ON A SMALL VESSEL

TDMMF3307B EXECUTE WATCHKEEPING ARRANGEMENTS AND PROCEDURES ON A SMALL VESSEL

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

Implement watchkeeping arrangements and procedures on a vessel up to metres in length engaged on a coastal voyage

Implement watchkeeping arrangements and procedures on a vessel up to 80metres in length engaged on a coastal voyage

b

Fulfil watchkeeping responsibilities and apply watchkeeping principles

c

Take appropriate action in the event of a potential collision or other emergency situation arising during a watch

d

Communicate effectively with others in the course of watchkeeping duties

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

executing watchkeeping arrangements on a vessel up to metres in length engaged on a coastal voyage

executing watchkeeping arrangements on a vessel up to 80metres in length engaged on a coastal voyage

identifying and evaluating watchkeeping problems and determining appropriate courses of action

identifying and implementing improvements to bridge management procedures

applying safety precautions relevant to watchkeeping operations

dealing with potential collisions and other potentially dangerous situations arising during a watch

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

relevant guidelines relating to bridge management and watchkeeping arrangements on board vessel

following bridge housekeeping processes

d

Action is taken promptly to report andor rectify watchkeeping incidents 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 among crew and others

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TDMMFB EXECUTE WATCHKEEPING ARRANGEMENTS AND PROCEDURES ON A SMALL VESSEL

TDMMF3307B EXECUTE WATCHKEEPING ARRANGEMENTS AND PROCEDURES ON A SMALL VESSEL

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

demonstrate the ability to maintain a safe watch through a range of suitably simulated watchkeeping situations exercises and case studies andor

b

maintain a safe watch on a commercial vessel up to metres in length engaged on a coastal voyage over an appropriate range of situations and weather and sea conditions

maintain a safe watch on a commercial vessel up to 80metres in length engaged on a coastal voyage over an appropriate range of situations and weather and sea 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

Watchkeeping arrangements and procedures may be implemented:

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VARIABLE

c

Watchkeeping principles (as laid out in the relevant regulations) include:

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2

3

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5

d

Fatigue management strategies may include:

1

2

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5

6

e

Emergencies and potentially dangerous navigational situations may include:

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VARIABLE

e

Emergencies and potentially dangerous navigational situations may include:

(continued)

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personnel working aloft or overside

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f

Available navigational aids may include:

1

2

3

g

Factors to be taken into account when executing watchkeeping duties include:

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may include:

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VARIABLE

i

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

2

3