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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Identify and follow workplace procedures for hazard identification and risk control

Required Skills

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Relevant maritime regulations

The provisions of OHampS Acts regulations and codes of practice relevant to the workplace including the rights and responsibilities of the workplace parties under OHampS Acts regulations and codes of practice

The ways in which OHampS is managed on a coastal vessel and activities required under OHampS legislation for example

a

relevant policies and procedures

b

equipment operation and maintenance

c

hazard identification

d

risk assessment and control

e

OHampS instruction and training requirements

f

requirements for the provision of OHampS information to crew and passengers

Hazards that exist on a coastal vessel

The preferred order of ways to control risks on a coastal vessel known as the hierarchy of control

Workplace OHampS procedures relevant to the work being undertaken including procedures for

a

recognising and reporting on hazards for example work area inspections

b

procedures and precautions for entering and working in confined spaces

c

work operations to control risks for example permit to work systems and isolation procedures

d

responding to accidents fires and emergencies

e

raising OHampS issues

f

employee participation in OHampS management for example consultative or OHampS committees on a vessel and joint employeremployee inspections

The meaning of OHampS symbols found on signs and labels in the workplace

Designated personnel responsible for OHampS on board a vessel

Indications of various types of emergency situations that may occur on a coastal vessel and the action to be followed when various types of actual or potential emergency situations are identified

Emergency alarm signals and systems in use on coastal vessels and procedures to be followed when an emergency alarm is raised

Escape routes and internal and external communication systems and alarms on board a vessel

Ways of controlling damage during a fire or flooding emergency on a coastal vessel

Communication techniques used during emergencies on a coastal vessel

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Use basic verbal communication skills

Read and interpret OHampS and emergency instructions and procedures

Work safely and collaboratively with others when implementing OHampS requirements and emergency procedures

Give instructions and directions on safety issues and emergency procedures on a coastal vessel

Recognise safety problems and hazards that may occur on a coastal vessel and take appropriate action

Complete required documents related to safety incidents or emergencies that may occur on a vessel

Adapt to any changes in safety and emergency equipment and procedures in the workplace

Use emergency and safety equipment as per operating instructions

Recognise faulty emergency and safety equipment and take appropriate action

Evidence Required

TDMMFA OBSERVE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURESON A COASTAL VESSEL

TDMMF5407A OBSERVE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURESON A COASTAL 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

Follow OHampS procedures including hazard identification and risk control

b

Contribute to arrangements for the management of OHampS on board a vessel

c

Complete OHampS records and other documentation as required

d

Take appropriate action in the event of discovering a shipboard emergency

e

Follow vessels contingency plans for emergency response

f

Follow procedures for the use of various safety and emergency equipment on a coastal vessel

g

Implement damage control following a shipboard emergency as per instructions

h

Identify typical problems that may occur during a shipboard emergency and take appropriate action

i

Communicate effectively with others on workplace safety matters and during shipboard emergencies

j

Participate in drills to prepare shipboard personnel for emergency response

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

following workplace OHampS procedures on board a coastal vessel

contributing to arrangements for the management of OHampS on board a coastal vessel

completing OHampS records as required

implementing emergency procedures during real and simulated emergency situations

participating in drills aimed at preparing shipboard personnel to implement emergency response plans

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

relevant maritime regulations

OHampS regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

relevant procedures and regulations relating to shipboard emergencies and damage control

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TDMMFA OBSERVE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURESON A COASTAL VESSEL

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Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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shipboard safety procedures

environmental protection during emergencies

d

Action is taken promptly to report andor rectify shipboard emergencies 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

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 role plays case studies andor other simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to follow OHampS and emergency procedures on board a coastal commercial vessel andor

b

follow OHampS and emergency procedures during real operations and simulated emergency situations on board an operational coastal commercial vessel


Range Statement

TDMMF5407A OBSERVE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURESON A COASTAL 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

SCOPE

1. GENERAL CONTEXT

a.

Work must be carried out:

1

in compliance with the relevant maritime and OH&S regulations.

b.

Work is performed:

1

either individually or in a team environment with some accountability for the safety of self and others.

c.

Work involves:

1

involves the application of known and established safe working and hazard control practices and procedures across a variety of normal and emergency contexts on a coastal vessel

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT

a

Vessel may include:

1

any Australian coastal commercial vessel less than 80metres

b

Safe working practices and hazard control strategies must be applied at all times, including:

1

by day or night in both normal and emergency situations

2

under any permissible conditions of weather and loading

3

while underway or berthed

4

during berthing and unberthing operations

5

while anchoring or mooring

6

when slipped or in dry dock

7

when bunkering

8

during cargo, fishing or passenger operations

6

when refuelling operations

7

during cargo handling operations

c

Emergencies may include:

1

collision with another vessel

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SCOPE

c

Emergencies may include:

(continued)

2

fire or explosion on board vessel

3

flooding of vessel

4

loss of steering control

5

loss of motive power

6

foundering

7

grounding

8

beaching a vessel

9

person overboard

10

person unconscious in a confined space

11

rescue and evacuation of injured personnel

12

severe weather

13

fishing gear caught on a submerged obstruction

d

Damage control measures in an emergency may include:

1

use of appropriate firefighting equipment and techniques such as various types of fire extinguishers, fire blankets, fire hoses and nozzles

2

activation of fixed firefighting sprinklers and systems

3

removal of fuel or heat source

4

operation of bilge pump

5

operation of a portable salvage pump

e

Emergency equipment may include:

1

portable firefighting equipment

2

survival equipment found on a small vessel, including life-jackets and survival craft

3

confined space harnesses and hoists

4

tools and other equipment found on a small vessel

f

Workplace hazards may include:

1

moving heavy loads in an unsafe work environment

2

unsecured machinery, components, cargo or repair equipment

3

slippery deck

4

welding equipment

5

sharp tools and implements

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f

Workplace hazards may include:

(continued)

6

power tools

7

moving and rotating machinery

8

flammable liquids, vapours and fuel

9

faulty machinery equipment handling equipment and lifting gear

10

using equipment beyond safe working limits

11

poor housekeeping procedures

12

non-compliance with safe working procedures

13

electrical wiring and systems

14

hot pipes and valves (e.g. steam, fuel oil, lubricating oil)

15

cold pipes and valves (e.g. refrigeration and liquefied gas cargoes)

16

working at heights

17

working in a confined space (potential lack of oxygen, toxic atmosphere)

18

exposed electrical circuits

19

toxic gases and substances, chemicals and other harmful substances

20

damaged cargo

21

fishing gear being set or hauled

g

Personnel in work area may include:

1

crew, passengers, contractors, official representatives

h

Hazard identification may include activities associated with:

1

checking equipment or the work area before work commences and during work

2

workplace inspections

3

entry into a confined space

4

Housekeeping

i

Participative arrangements may include:

1

formal and informal meetings of the crew which deal with OH&S issues

2

participating on an OH&S committee on board a vessel

3

acting as a designated OH&S representative on board a vessel

4

suggestions, requests, reports and concerns put forward by vessel's crew

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j

Designated personnel may include:

1

senior crew members

2

company OH&S personnel

3

other authorised persons

k

Damage control measures in a fire or explosion emergency may include:

1

use of appropriate firefighting equipment and techniques such as various types of fire extinguishers, fire blankets, fire hoses and nozzles, and foam applicators

2

activation of fixed firefighting sprinklers and systems

3

removal of fuel or heat source

4

boundary cooling techniques

5

shutting down of ventilation and sealing off of compartment

l

Documentation and recordsmay include:

1

vessel's and company's safety policies and procedures

2

vessel's operational and emergency plans and procedures

3

records required under OH&S legislation:

i

safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions, (where applicable)

ii

safety equipment manuals

iii

hazardous substances registers

4

material safety data sheets

m

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

relevant sections of the State/Territory maritime regulations and National Standard for Commercial Vessels and USL Code

2

OH&S regulations and codes of practice, including regulations relating to hazard control in the workplace or industry