REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

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

Wheelhouse procedures on board a vessel

Functions and responsibilities of the members of a wheelhouse team on board a vessel

Procedures for the relief maintenance and handover of a watch

Procedures for the use of internal communications and alarm systems

Factors that can affect watchkeeping functions

Causes of groundings collisions and casualties when on board a vessel

Navigational hazards and implications for watchkeeping

Typical watchkeeping problems and emergency situations and appropriate action and solutions

Bridge instrumentation controls and alarms relevant to the functions of a watchkeeper

Functions of machinery space controls alarms and indicators

Rudder and propeller controls

Automated steering systems and relationship to vessel manoeuvring characteristics

Signs of fatigue and fatigue management principles and techniques

Basic environmental protection measures

Maritime communication techniques on board a vessel

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

Work as a member of the wheelhouse team during watchkeeping duties

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

Interpret and apply 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 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

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TDMMF4707B CONTRIBUTE TO MAINTAINING A SAFE WATCH ON A DOMESTIC 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

Contribute to watchkeeping arrangements and procedures

b

Fulfil responsibilities of watchkeeper during a watch

c

Report observations and other emergency situations 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

carrying out watchkeeping duties

identifying watchkeeping problems and reporting them to the master andor watchkeepers

applying safety precautions relevant to the role of watchkeeper

reporting observations and other potentially dangerous situations to the master andor other watchkeepers

communicating effectively with the master and other watchkeepers in matters relevant to watchkeeping duties

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

vessels safety management system and procedures

OHampS regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

job procedures and work instructions

relevant guidelines relating to the role of watchkeeper on board a vessel

bridge housekeeping processes

d

Action is taken promptly to report 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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TDMMF4707B CONTRIBUTE TO MAINTAINING A SAFE WATCH ON A DOMESTIC 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

Specificresourcesrequired for assessment

Access is required to opportunities to

a

demonstrate the ability to contribute to a safe watch in range of suitably simulated of watchkeeping situations relevant to the role of a watchkeeper on a small commercial vessel andor

b

contribute to maintaining a safe watch as a watchkeeper on a small commercial vessel in 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:

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b.

Work is performed:

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c.

Work involves:

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Work requires:

1

a

Vessel is restricted to:

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Watchkeeping arrangements and procedures may be implemented:

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Watchkeeping principles include:

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VARIABLE

c

Watchkeeping principles include:

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taking all necessary precautions to avoid pollution of the marine environment

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Fatigue management strategies may include:

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e

Emergencies may include:

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VARIABLE

f

Documentation and recordsmay include:

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Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

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