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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Implement basic safety practices and procedures
  2. Locate and use personal safety equipment
  3. Apply basic seamanship skills applicable to a deckhand

Required Skills

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Basic safety practices and procedures including the use of all of the vessels safety equipment

Procedures for the safe mooring anchoring and berthing of coastal vessels

Procedures for vessel abandonment

Techniques for tying relevant knots and their applications

Portable firefighting equipment usually located on a small vessel and instructions for their use

Role of a general purpose hand in the event of a fire emergency

Location of instructions on emergency and vessel abandonment procedures on a vessel

Procedures to be followed in the event of an actual or potential emergency

Location of instructions on vessel abandonment procedures on a vessel

Role of a general purpose hand in vessel abandonment procedures

Basic crowd control methods

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Use basic verbal communication skills required for the role of a general purpose hand

Read and interpret basic instructions including procedures to be taken in the event of an onboard emergency

Work safely and collaboratively with others during duties required of a general purpose hand

Use portable firefighting equipment as per operating instructions and emergency procedures

Recognise routine problems during mooring anchoring and berthing actions and take appropriate action

Tie required knots and demonstrate rope handling skills

Adapt to changes in equipment and procedures in the workplace

Use survival equipment in an emergency

Follow required work schedule as per company requirements

Evidence Required

TDMMFA ASSIST IN SAFE OPERATIONS AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ON A COASTAL VESSEL

TDMMF5707A ASSIST IN SAFE OPERATIONS AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ON 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

Implement basic safety practices and procedures

b

Locate and use vessels safety equipment

c

Apply basic seamanship skills applicable to a deckhand

d

Assist in the use of basic firefighting equipment available on a coastal vessel

e

Provide assistance in event of emergency or security threat

f

Assist in vessel abandonment procedures

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

implementing basic safety practices and procedures

locating and using vessels safety equipment

applying basic seamanship skills applicable to a deckhand

assisting in the use of firefighting equipment available on a coastal vessel

providing assistance in event of emergency or security threat

assisting in vessel abandonment procedures

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

relevant maritime regulations

safety management system and procedures where applicable

OHampS regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

onboard housekeeping processes

d

Action is taken promptly to report andor rectify hazards safety risks and safety 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 between crew and others

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TDMMFA ASSIST IN SAFE OPERATIONS AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ON A COASTAL VESSEL

TDMMF5707A ASSIST IN SAFE OPERATIONS AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ON A COASTAL 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

participate in a range of role plays case studies andor other simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to assist in safe operations and emergency procedures on board a coastal vessel andor

b

to assist in safe operations and emergency drills on board an operational coastal vessel


Range Statement

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TDMMF5707A ASSIST IN SAFE OPERATIONS AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ON 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 relevant maritime regulations

b.

Work is performed:

1

under supervision, usually in a team environment

c.

Work involves:

1

the use of basic seamanship skills to complete operational tasks, including mooring, anchoring and berthing the vessel and assisting in emergency situations and vessel abandonment procedures as required. This includes locating the safety and firefighting equipment on a vessel and following instructions on its use.

d.

Work requires:

1

the ability to work as directed and to follow instructions

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT

a

Vessel may be:

1

any Australian coastal vessel

b

Safe working practices and procedures 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

4

during berthing and unberthing operations

5

while anchoring or mooring

6

when slipped or in dry dock

7

when refuelling

8

when entering confined spaces

9

during cargo, fishing or passenger operations

c

Emergencies may include:

1

injury to self or others (particularly the master)

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TDMMF5707A ASSIST IN SAFE OPERATIONS AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ON A COASTAL VESSEL

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SCOPE

c

Emergencies may include:

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2

fire or explosion

3

collision

4

flooding of vessel

5

loss of propulsion power

6

loss of electrical power

7

loss of steering

8

fuel oil, lubrication oil, steam and gas leaks

9

severe weather conditions

10

person overboard

11

confined space emergencies

12

security threats

e

Workplace hazards may include:

1

moving heavy loads in an unsafe manner

2

unsecured machinery, components, cargo or repair equipment

3

slippery deck

4

power tools, sharp tools and implements

5

moving and rotating machinery

6

flammable liquids, vapours and fuel

7

using ropes and equipment beyond safe working limits

8

poor housekeeping procedures

9

not following safe working procedures

10

electrical wiring and systems

11

hot pipes and valves (steam, fuel oil, lubricating oil)

12

cold pipes and valves (refrigeration, liquefied gas cargoes)

13

working at heights

14

exposed electrical circuits

15

toxic gases, chemicals and other harmful substances, particularly in confined spaces

16

seas breaking onto vessel

17

any violent behaviour of passengers or others

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TDMMF5707A ASSIST IN SAFE OPERATIONS AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ON A COASTAL VESSEL

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j

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

iv material safety data sheets

k

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

relevant sections of State and Territory maritime regulations, NSCV and the USL Code concerning safe operation of coastal vessels

2

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

3

relevant Australian standards