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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Obtain permission to enter a confined space on a vessel

Required Skills

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Relevant maritime regulations applicable to the entry of shipboard personnel into a confined space on a vessel

Australian Standard AS Safe working in a confined space as it relates to maritime vessels

Hazards and related risk management strategies for the entry of shipboard personnel into a confined space on a vessel including but not limited to

a

oxygen deficiency or excess

b

toxic liquids solids vapours gases and dusts

c

flammable or explosive liquids vapours gases and dusts

d

harmful nontoxic or nonexplosive dusts

e

external hazards connected to or adjacent to the space

f

restricted access and movement making escape and rescue difficult

g

poor visibility and lighting

h

slippery conditions that may result in injury from falls

i

corroded or otherwise damaged ladders and landings

j

engulfment by fluid cargo such as grain

k

atmospheric conditions such as high temperature and humidity that cause fatigue

Procedures for first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the event of an emergency in a confined space on a vessel

Characteristics and requirements of tools and equipment suitable for use in the hazardous environment of a confined space on a vessel

Special procedures and permit requirements for particular types of work in confined spaces on a vessel such as hot work painting cleaning working at heights etc

Emergency entry and exit procedures

Procedures for the use of safety and personal protective equipment

The role of standby personnel while a person enters and works in a confined space on a vessel

Communication techniques used when entering and working in a confined space on a vessel

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Use basic verbal communication skills required when entering and working in a confined space on a vessel

Read and interpret regulations Australian Standard AS and permit requirements instructions and procedures for the entry of shipboard personnel into a confined space on a vessel

Work safely and collaboratively with others when entering and working in a confined space on a vessel

Select and use safety and personal protective equipment

Recognise risks and hazards that may occur when entering and working in a confined space on a vessel and take appropriate action as per Australian Standard AS

Complete required documents related to entry into a confined space on a vessel

Adapt to any changes in conditions and hazards in a confined space

Use emergency and safety equipment as per operating instructions

Recognise faulty emergency safety and personal protective equipment and take appropriate action

Evidence Required

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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

Obtain permission to enter a confined space on a vessel including completing required permits to work

b

Prepare to enter a confined space on a vessel

c

Safely enter and work in a confined space on a vessel

d

Continuously monitor and check conditions and hazards when working in a confined space on a vessel

e

Follow procedures as detailed in AS Safe working in a confined space for the use of various safety personal protective and emergency equipment when entering and working in a confined space on a vessel

f

Take appropriate action during an emergency while in a confined space on a vessel

g

Communicate effectively with others when working in a confined space on a vessel and during emergencies

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

obtaining permission to enter a confined space on a vessel

preparing to enter a confined space on a vessel

safely entering and working in a confined space on a vessel

continuously monitoring and checking conditions and hazards when working in a confined space on a vessel

using various safety personal protective and emergency equipment when entering and working in a confined space on a vessel

taking appropriate action during an emergency while in a confined space on a vessel

communicating effectively with others when working in a confined space on a vessel and during emergencies

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

relevant maritime regulations and standards

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Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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OHampS regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

AS Safe working in a confined space

shipboard safety management system and procedures

d

Action is taken promptly to identify report andor rectify hazards and emergency situations when working in a confined space on a vessel 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 regulations Australian Standard AS and operational and emergency procedures when working in a confined space on a vessel andor

b

follow regulations Australian Standard AS and operational and emergency procedures during real operations and simulated emergency situations when working in a confined space on an operational vessel


Range Statement

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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 regulations and standards applicable to entry and work in a confined space on a vessel

b.

Work is performed:

1

in a team environment with a standby person and some accountability for the safety of self and others

c.

Work involves:

1

involves the application of established safe working and hazard control practices and procedures as defined in Australian Standard AS 2865 across a variety of normal and emergency situations when entering and working in a confined space on a vessel

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT

a

Vessel may include:

1

any Australian or international commercial vessel

b

Safe working practices and hazard control strategies when entering a confined space must be applied:

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 berthed, moored or anchored

7

when slipped or in dry dock

8

when bunkering

6

during cargo, fishing or passenger operations.

7

when refuelling operations

8

during cargo handling operations

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c

Types of activities when working in a confined space on a vessel may include:

1

hot work

2

painting

3

survey

4

maintenance

5

cleaning

6

testing residuals

7

working at heights

8

working on ladders

d

Hazards may include:

1

oxygen deficiency or excess

2

toxic liquids, solids, vapours, gases and dusts

3

flammable or explosive liquids, vapours, gases and dusts

4

harmful non-toxic or non-explosive dusts

5

external hazards connected to or adjacent to the space

6

restricted access and movement making escape and rescue difficult

7

poor visibility and lighting

8

slippery conditions that may result in injury from falls

9

corroded or otherwise damaged ladders and landings

10

engulfment by 'fluid' cargo such as grain

11

atmospheric conditions such as high temperature and humidity that cause fatigue

12

electrical wiring and systems

13

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

14

cold pipes and valves (refrigeration and liquefied gas cargoes)

15

working at heights

e

Emergencies when working in a confined space on a vessel may include:

1

collapse or injury while in confined space

2

fire

3

explosion

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f

Personal protective equipment may include:

1

eye and face protection

2

head protection such as helmets

3

foot protection such as boots

4

body protection such as gloves and full coverage protective clothing

5

hearing protection

6

respiratory protective equipment

7

hand protection

8

communications equipment

9

safety harness, safety line and rescue line

g

Personnel who may be involved when working ina confined space include:

1

master or other designated person in authority

2

standby person(s)

3

other members of the work team

4

shipboard emergency personnel

5

shoreside emergency personnel

h

Hazard identification may include activities associated with:

1

testing of the atmosphere in a confined space before work, entering and during work

2

continuous checking of the atmosphere, hazards and conditions in the confined space

3

checking of tools and equipment to ensure that they are intrinsically safe for the environmental conditions in the confined space

l

Documentation and recordsmay include:

1

relevant Australian standards, including AS 2865 Safe working in a confined space

2

vessel's and company's safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions

3

vessel's operational and emergency plans and procedures

4

records required under OH&S legislation:

5

safety and personal protective equipment manuals

6

permit to work documents for entering and working in a confined space

7

material safety data sheets

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Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

relevant sections of maritime regulations applicable to entry and work in a confined space on a vessel

2

AS 2865 Safe working in a confined space and other standards applicable to safe entry and work in a confined space on a vessel

3

OH&S regulations and codes of practice