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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Assist in basic welding tasks
  2. Assist in basic brazing tasks

Required Skills

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Applicable sections of relevant maritime regulations

Relevant OHampS and pollution control legislation and policies

Standard operating procedures for the basic welding brazing cutting and machining tasks as may be required of an integrated rating

Hazards and related safety precautions when carrying out basic welding brazing cutting and machining tasks

Techniques for identifying defective welds within limits of responsibility of an integrated rating

Typical work specifications and drawings used on a vessel

Standard procedures for marking out work to specifications and measuring and checking the quality of finished work including the correct use of

a

rules and tapes

b

squares

c

scribers

d

dividers

e

trammels

f

adjustable gauge

g

centre punch hammers

h

callipers

i

vernier callipers and micrometer

Procedures for identifying a glazed loaded or untrue grinding wheel condition

Procedures for dressing andor truing a grinding wheel

Types names and identifying features of drilling machines used on maritime vessels

Characteristics and identifying features of common engineering drill bits

Environmental protection measures when carrying out basic engineering tasks

TDMMRB ASSIST IN BASIC WELDING BRAZING CUTTING AND MACHINING OPERATIONS ON A VESSEL

TDMMR4607B ASSIST IN BASIC WELDING, BRAZING, CUTTING AND MACHINING OPERATIONS ON A VESSEL

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Use basic verbal and other communication skills required when assisting in basic welding brazing cutting and machining operations on a vessel

Read interpret and apply basic instructions and standard operating procedures relevant to basic welding brazing cutting and machining operations on a vessel

Read and interpret work specifications and drawings

Work safely and collaboratively with others when assisting in basic welding brazing cutting and machining operations on a vessel

Select and safely use welding brazing cutting and machining tools and equipment as per operating procedures

Carry out basic calculations required when assisting in basic welding brazing cutting and machining operations

Store welding brazing cutting and machining tools and equipment after use as per standard procedures

Recognise routine problems that may occur when assisting in basic welding brazing cutting and machining operations on a vessel and take appropriate action

Clean sharpen or adjust tools as per standard operating procedures

Adapt to differences in vessels equipment and standard operating procedures

Follow required work schedule as per company requirements

Mark out work to specifications and measure and check the quality of finished work

Identify a glazed loaded or untrue grinding wheel condition and take appropriate action

Dress and true a grinding wheel

Evidence Required

TDMMRB ASSIST IN BASIC WELDING BRAZING CUTTING AND MACHINING OPERATIONS ON A VESSEL

TDMMR4607B ASSIST IN BASIC WELDING, BRAZING, CUTTING AND MACHINING OPERATIONS ON A 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

Carry out basic welding brazing cutting and machining tasks

b

Ensure the exercise of all required safety environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures during basic welding brazing cutting and machining tasks

c

Communicate effectively with supervising engineer during the completion of basic welding brazing cutting and machining tasks

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 basic welding brazing cutting and machining tasks

exercising all required safety environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures during basic welding brazing cutting and machining tasks basic welding brazing cutting and machining tasks shipboard tasks

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

ISM Code and associated vessels safety management system and procedures

OHampS regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

standard operating procedures and work instructions

following housekeeping processes

d

Action is taken promptly to report operational incidents and problems in accordance with regulations and shipboard 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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TDMMRB ASSIST IN BASIC WELDING BRAZING CUTTING AND MACHINING OPERATIONS ON A VESSEL

TDMMR4607B ASSIST IN BASIC WELDING, BRAZING, CUTTING AND MACHINING OPERATIONS ON A 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 carry out basic welding brazing cutting and machining tasks on board a vessel through appropriate practical exercises and simulated situations andor

b

carry out basic welding brazing cutting and machining tasks on an operational commercial or training vessel


Range Statement

TDMMR4607B ASSIST IN BASIC WELDING, BRAZING, CUTTING AND MACHINING OPERATIONS ON A 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 regulatory requirements

b.

Work is performed:

1

under the direction and supervision of a supervising engineer, with some accountability and responsibility for self in achieving the prescribed outcomes

c.

Work involves:

1

the application of basic welding, brazing, cutting and machining procedures and techniques across a defined range of shipboard tasks falling within the limits of responsibility of an integrated rating

d.

Work requires:

1

the following of orders and instructions of the supervising engineer

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT

a

Vessel may include:

1

any Australian or international commercial vessel

b

Assistance in basic welding, brazing, cutting and machining tasks may be carried out:

1

while underway

2

while in port

3

while moored or at anchor

4

when in dry dock

c

Basic operations within the responsibility of an integrated rating may include:

1

basic fillet welds

2

basic butt welds

3

basic pad welds

4

manual metal arc welding

5

oxygen acetylene welding

6

basic machining operation within the responsibility of an integrated rating

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TDMMR4607B ASSIST IN BASIC WELDING, BRAZING, CUTTING AND MACHINING OPERATIONS ON A VESSEL

VARIABLE

SCOPE

d

Operational hazards when assisting in welding, brazing, cutting and machining tasks may include:

1

sharp tools and implements

2

power tools

3

moving and rotating machinery

4

moving heavy loads using unsafe lifting procedures

5

unsecured machinery, components or equipment

6

use of welding equipment near explosive/flammable liquids and gases

7

using equipment beyond safe working limits

8

poor housekeeping procedures

9

non-compliance with safe working procedures

e

Documentation and recordsmay include

1

ISM Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions

2

orders and instructions of the supervising engineer

3

instructions of manufacturers of tools and equipment

4

vessel and company procedures

f

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

ISM Code

2

relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation