REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Relevant OHampS legislation and electrical regulations and wiring rules

Note All installation maintenance and repair of AC volts or above DC above volts must be carried out only by a suitably qualified engineer or licensed tradesman Relevant StateTerritory electrical licensing requirements must be fulfilled by any persons carrying out installation maintenance and repair of electrical circuits and systems at such voltages on a vessel

Note: All installation, maintenance and repair of AC (50volts or above) DC (above 115 volts) must be carried out only by a suitably qualified engineer or licensed tradesman. Relevant State/Territory electrical licensing requirements must be fulfilled by any persons carrying out installation, maintenance and repair of electrical circuits and systems at such voltages on a vessel.

Relevant sections of State and Territory maritime regulations NSCV and USL Code dealing with the maintenance of small vessels

Limits of responsibility in terms of company requirements and electrical licensing requirements

Procedures for the operation and routine maintenance of low and medium voltage electrical systems on a small vessel falling within the limits of responsibility of a Marine Engine Driver Grade including

a

standard operating procedures for low and medium voltage electrical systems used on small vessels

b

preventative maintenance checks and procedures

c

the use of appropriate instrumentation when checking performance and identifying faults

d

procedures and precautions when connecting batteries

e

procedures for connecting a small vessel to shore power

f

basic faultfinding techniques

g

procedures for localising faults and isolating faulty circuits and equipment

h

repair and replacement procedures

i

safety precautions and hazard minimisation strategies when working on electrical systems

Safety environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures relevant to the operation and maintenance of low and medium voltage systems and associated equipment on a small vessel

Principles of typical low and medium voltage systems used on small vessels including

a

basic electrotechnology and electrical circuit theory relevant to the operation and maintenance of low and medium voltage electrical systems on a small vessel

b

basic care and maintenance of shipboard electrical systems generally

c

configuration of typical AC and DC low voltage electrical systems used on a small vessel

d

batteries types care maintenance hazards and safety precautions

e

use of protection devices including the selection of correct capacity

f

types of starter motors and alternators typically used on small vessels

g

series and parallel operation

Problems related to the during the operation and maintenance of low and medium voltage systems starter motors and alternators on small vessels and appropriate action and solutions

Servicing records that are kept on a small commercial vessel

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Use basic verbal communication skills required when operating and servicing marine low and medium voltage electrical systems

Read interpret and apply operating and service manuals and instructions for marine low and medium voltage electrical systems including all required OHampS procedures and precautions

Read and interpret material safety data sheets

Read and interpret equipment and instrument gauge and meter readings and indications

Complete any required operational and servicing records

Work safely and collaboratively with others when operating and servicing marine low and medium voltage electrical systems

Select and use relevant tools and equipment as per instructions

Recognise faulty low and medium voltage electrical systems and take appropriate action

Recognise routine problems when operating and servicing marine low and medium voltage electrical systems and take appropriate action

Adapt to differences in vessels electrical systems and equipment and operating and servicing procedures

Operate marine low and medium voltage electrical systems as per standard operating procedures

TDMMRB OPERATE AND MAINTAIN MARINE LOW AND MEDIUM VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

TDMMR2907B OPERATE AND MAINTAIN MARINE LOW AND MEDIUM VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

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

Operate and carry out maintenance and checks on low and medium voltage electrical systems and associated equipment in accordance with regulatory restrictions and manufacturers instructions

b

Initiate and coordinate maintenance repair or replacement of faulty or damaged equipment and components in accordance with regulatory restrictions and manufacturers instructions

c

Exercise all required safety environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures during operational and maintenance operations

d

Communicate effectively with others when carrying out operations and maintenance procedures on board a vessel

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

operating and carrying out maintenance on low and medium voltage systems

identifying and evaluating operational and maintenance problems and determining appropriate courses of action

applying safety precautions relevant to the operation and maintenance of low and medium voltage systems

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

relevant sections of State and Territory marine and electrical regulations NSCV and USL Code

OHampS regulations pollution control and hazard prevention policies and procedures

job procedures and work instructions

manufacturers guidelines relating to the operation and basic routine maintenance of low and medium voltage electrical systems

d

Action is taken promptly to report andor rectify issues and problems identified with the operation and basic routine maintenance of low and medium voltage systems

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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TDMMRB OPERATE AND MAINTAIN MARINE LOW AND MEDIUM VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

TDMMR2907B OPERATE AND MAINTAIN MARINE LOW AND MEDIUM VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

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 exercises case studies and other simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to operate and carry out basic routine maintenance on low and medium voltage electrical systems within the permissible voltage levels on a small vessel andor

b

operate and carry out basic routine maintenance on low and medium voltage electrical systems within the permissible voltage levels on an operational small commercial or training 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

a.

Work must be carried out:

1

b.

Work is performed:

1

c.

Work involves:

1

Note: All installation, maintenance and repair of AC (50volts or above) DC (above 115 volts) must be carried out only by a suitably qualified engineer or licensed tradesman. Relevant State/Territory electrical licensing requirements must be fulfilled by any persons carrying out installation, maintenance and repair of electrical circuits and systems at such voltages on a vessel

a

Electrical systems may include:

1

b

Operation and basic maintenance of on-board low and medium voltage systems may be carried out:

1

2

3

4

5

6

c

Basic maintenance may include:

1

2

VARIABLE

c

Basic maintenance may include:

(continued)

3

identification of poor performance or faulty operation

4

5

d

Equipment to be operated and maintained may include:

1

2

3

4

5

6

e

Maintenance tools and equipment may include:

1

2

3

i

ii

iii

f

may include:

1

2

3

4

5

6

g

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

2

3

4