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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Perform pre-operational checks on the windlass

Required Skills

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Applicable sections of Safe Working Code of Practice for the Australian Offshore Support Vessel Industry and relevant maritime regulations

ISM Code safety management system plans procedures checklists and instructions as they relate to the operation and maintenance of the windlasses on an offshore oil andor gas rig

Relevant OHampS and pollution control legislation and policies

Procedures for the preoperational checks and operation of the windlasses on an offshore oil andor gas rig

Basic maintenance procedures for windlasses on a rig

Precautions to be taken prior to operating a windlass on a rig including

a

attendance at briefing meeting on windlass operations

b

checking that the chain locker seals are open prior to operating the winch to prevent damage to the seals

c

ensuring that the spline clutch is engaged prior to windlass operation

d

ensuring that handheld radios are operational and communications are established prior to and during windlass operations

Operating characteristics and features of windlasses used when servicing an offshore oil andor gas rig

Established procedures for using windlasses on a rig

Procedures for identifying and reporting of faulty or outofspecification operation of windlasses

Rig mooring procedures

Hazards and related safety precautions when operating and maintaining windlasses including

a

excessive pay out speed

b

excessive chain tension

c

noise

d

fouling of chain by the PCC during the repositioning of a rig

Communication equipment and techniques required during winch operations including handheld radios

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Use verbal and other communication techniques required when carrying out windlass operations on an oil or gas rig

Read interpret and apply standard operating procedures for carrying out windlass operations on an oil or gas rig including all required OHampS procedures and precautions

Read and interpret material safety data sheets

Observe and interpret indications of equipment performance

Complete any required operational and maintenance records

Carry out calculations required during windlass operations on an oil or gas rig

Work safely and collaboratively with others when carrying out windlass operations on an oil or gas rig

Select and use relevant tools and equipment as per instructions

Recognise faulty equipment and take appropriate action as per operating instructions

Recognise problems and hazards when carrying out windlass operations on an oil or gas rig and take appropriate preventative and corrective action

Adapt to differences in vessels equipment and standard operating procedures

Operate windlass equipment as per standard operating procedures

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

Perform preoperational checks on windlasses

b

Carry out preoperational precautions

c

Grease windlass machinery prior to operation

d

Operate windlasses for the running of anchors when recovering anchors and when repositioning the rig

e

Coordinate windlass operations with other vessel operations

f

Ensure the exercise of all required safety environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures during windlass operations

g

Communicate effectively with others during windlass operations

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

performing preoperational checks on windlasses

operating windlasses for the running of anchors when recovering anchors and when repositioning the rig

exercising all required safety environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures during windlass operations

communicating effectively with others during windlass operations

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

applicable sections of Safe Working Code of Practice for the Australian Offshore Support Vessel Industry

sections of relevant maritime regulations dealing with windlass operations on a rig

ISM Code and associated vessels safety management system and procedures

OHampS regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

standard operating procedures and work instructions

windlass manufacturers operating and maintenance specifications and instructions

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Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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following shipboard 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 among 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

Specificresourcesrequired for assessment

Access is required to opportunities to

a

demonstrate the ability to carry out and preoperational checks and operate windlasses on an oil or gas rig through appropriate case studies and practical exercises andor

b

carry out supervised preoperational checks and operate windlasses on operational offshore oil andor gas rig


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 Safe Working Code of Practice for the Australian Offshore Support Vessel Industry, relevant maritime regulations and the Petroleum (Submerged Lands) Act

b.

Work is performed:

1

in accordance with established operational procedures, with some accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the required outcomes

c.

Work involves:

1

the application of established procedures and techniques for the operation and maintenance of the windlasses at an offshore oil and/or gas rigs when running or recovering anchors or for the repositioning of the rig

d.

Work requires:

1

the following of orders and instructions of the rig captain or the officer in charge of the watch

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT

a

Vessel may include:

1

any commercial off-shore oil and gas rig

b

Windlass operation and pre-operational checks may be carried out:

1

by day or night in both normal and emergency situations

2

under any possible conditions of weather and sea

3

when running anchors

4

when recovering anchors

5

when repositioning of the rig

c

Windlass operations may include:

1

hauling in

2

dynamic pay out

3

emergency pay out

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SCOPE

d

Pre-operational checks and routine maintenance activities may include:

1

pre-operational checks of windlass performance and condition

2

checks that spline clutch is engaged prior to operation of a windlass

3

identification of any deterioration of winch performance

4

pre-shift greasing of windlasses

5

action to ensure auto greasing system has adequate grease

6

reporting of identified operational problems

7

shutting down of windlasses if required as a result of out of specification performance

e

Pre-operational precautions include:

1

attendance at briefing meeting on windlass operations

2

checks that the chain locker seals are open prior to operating the winch to prevent damage to the seals

3

checks that the spline clutch is engaged prior to windlass operation

4

confirmation that hand-held radios are operational and communications is established prior to and during windlass operations

f

Operational hazards may include:

1

noise

2

speed of pay out

3

moving heavy loads using unsafe lifting procedures

4

unsecured machinery, components or equipment

5

ropes, wires and cables

6

slippery deck

7

sharp tools and implements

8

moving and rotating machinery

9

faulty machinery equipment handling equipment and lifting gear

10

using equipment beyond safe working limits

11

poor housekeeping procedures

12

non-compliance with safe working procedures

g

Personal protective equipment may include:

1

ear muffs/plugs and goggles

2

gloves

3

life-jacket

4

overalls

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SCOPE

g

Personal protective equipment may include:

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5

steel capped boots

6

sun glasses and sun hat

7

vests

8

wet weather gear

h

Documentation and records

may include:

1

Safe Working Code of Practice for the Australian Offshore Support Vessel Industry

2

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

3

relevant IMO Conventions and Codes

4

AMSA Marine Orders

5

operational orders and instructions

6

manufacturer's manuals and specifications

7

material safety data sheets

8

rig and company procedures

9

instructions of relevant maritime authorities

i

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

Safe Working Code of Practice for the Australian Offshore Support Vessel Industry

2

relevant sections of IMO Conventions and Codes and AMSA Marine Orders

3

ISM Code

4

Marine Pollution Act (MARPOL)

5

Petroleum (Submerged Lands) Act

6

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