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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Select appropriate tools for work
  2. Use hand and power tools

Required Skills

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

ISM Code safety management procedures as they relate to the use of hand and power tools on board a vessel

Relevant OHampS and pollution control legislation and policies

Types names and identifying features of various hand and power tools carried on a vessel

Established procedures for the use and care of hand or power tools required for work tasks that may be carried out by an integrated rating

Hazards and related safety precautions when using hand or power tools on board a vessel

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

Characteristics and identifying features of common engineering drill bits

Environmental protection measures when carrying out basic engineering tasks

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Use basic verbal and other communication skills required when using and caring for hand and power tools carried on a vessel

Read interpret and apply basic instructions and standard operating procedures relevant to using and caring for hand and power tools carried on a vessel

Read and interpret work specifications and drawings

Work safely and collaboratively with others when using and caring for hand and power tools

Select and safely use tools and equipment as per operating instructions

Recognise routine problems that may occur when using and caring for hand and power tools carried on a vessel and take appropriate action

Clean sharpen or adjust tools as per standard operating procedures

Store tools and equipment after use 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 USE AND CARE FOR HAND AND POWER TOOLS ON A VESSEL

TDMMR4707B USE AND CARE FOR HAND AND POWER TOOLS 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

Select appropriate hand and power tools to complete assigned tasks

b

Use hand and power tools as per procedures and manufacturers instructions

c

Care for hand and power tools in accordance with established procedures and manufacturers instructions

d

Ensure the exercise of all required safety environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when using hand and power tools to complete assigned tasks

e

Take appropriate action if a hand or power tool is found to be defective or worn

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

selecting appropriate hand and power tools to complete assigned tasks

using and caring for hand and power tools

ensuring the exercise of all required safety environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when using hand and power tools in accordance to complete assigned tasks

taking appropriate action where a hand or power tool has been found to be defective or worn

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

tool manufacturers instructions

established job procedures and work instructions

following housekeeping processes

d

Action is taken promptly to report incidents and problems involving the use of hand and power tools

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 USE AND CARE FOR HAND AND POWER TOOLS ON A VESSEL

TDMMR4707B USE AND CARE FOR HAND AND POWER TOOLS 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 the use and care of hand or power tools required for work tasks that may be carried out by an integrated rating on board a vessel through appropriate practical exercises and simulated situations andor

b

use and care for hand or power tools required for work tasks that may be carried out by an integrated rating on an operational commercial or training vessel


Range Statement

TDMMR4707B USE AND CARE FOR HAND AND POWER TOOLS 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 and safety regulatory requirements

b.

Work is performed:

1

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

c.

Work involves:

1

the use and care of hand and power tools required for the range of shipboard tasks that may be carried out by an integrated rating on board a vessel

d.

Work requires:

1

the following of the orders and instructions of the supervising engineer

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT

a

Vessel may include:

1

any Australian or international commercial vessel

b

Hand and power tools that may be used by an integrated rating on board a vessel may include:

1

hand tools such as:

i

spanners, screwdrivers and pliers

ii

vice grip

iii

punches

iv

torque wrenches

v

hammers and chisels

vi

files

vii

snips

viii

hacksaws and nibblers

ix

drill bits

x

taps

2

power tools such as:

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TDMMR4707B USE AND CARE FOR HAND AND POWER TOOLS ON A VESSEL

b

Hand and power tools that may be used by an integrated rating on board a vessel may include:

(continued)

i

portable and pedestal power drills

ii

drilling jigs

iii

portable and pedestal grinders

iv

jig saws

v

shears

vi

power nibblers

3

gauges such as:

i

screw pitch

ii

radius

iii

feeler

iv

thickness

v

form

4

marking out and measuring tools such as:

i

rules

ii

tapes

iii

squares

iv

scribers

v

dividers

vi

trammels

vii

adjustable gauge

viii

centre punch hammers

ix

callipers

x

vernier callipers

xi

micrometers

5

Care of tools may include:

i

cleaning and sharpening (where relevant)

ii

storing

iii

using tools in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and established procedures and only for their intended purpose

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TDMMR4707B USE AND CARE FOR HAND AND POWER TOOLS ON A VESSEL

VARIABLE

SCOPE

c

Safety precautions when using and caring for hand and power tools may include:

1

using personal protection clothing and equipment such as:

i

eye and ear protection

ii

boots

iii

masks

2

following manufacturer's instructions

3

following ISM Code safety management procedures as they apply to the use of hand and power tools

4

identifying hazards and using appropriate hazard minimisation strategies

d

Operational hazards when using and caring for hand and power tools may include:

1

sharp blades

2

moving and rotating blades and attachments

3

electric shock

4

unsecured machinery, components or equipment

5

sparks in areas where flammable and explosive substances are stored

6

using tools beyond safe working limits

7

poor housekeeping procedures

8

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 manufacturer 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