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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Use and maintain ropes and wire

Required Skills

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit

Relevant sections of maritime regulations

Relevant OHampS legislation and policies

Types of knots bends and hitches in common use their characteristics applications and limitations and methods of tying them using synthetic and fibre rope of varying construction and size

Procedures for splicing synthetic and fibre ropes

Breaking strain and safe working load for ropes and equipment

Principles of rope deterioration and care and maintenance requirements for different types of rope and wire

Principles and limitations of lifting equipment and components

Procedures for checking and operating lifting equipment including slinging of loads and various lifting fittings and arrangements

Precautions and procedures for working aloft and over the side on a coastal vessel

Maintenance and storage procedures for equipment used when working aloft or over the side

Procedures for rigging and preparing personnel access ways

Principles and procedures for the lashing and securing of cargo including the inspection and maintenance requirements for lashing equipment

Maritime communication techniques

Names of lines used from various parts of a vessel and the various ways a vessel is made fast to a wharf

Procedures for berthing and unberthing a small vessel

Methods of securing a vessel before it puts to sea

Procedures for stowing galley appliances food utensils containers and supplies for sea

Procedures for checking and securing personnel accommodation and facilities prior to putting to sea

TDMMRB PERFORM SEAMANSHIP RIGGING AND LIFTING OPERATIONS ON BOARD A SMALL DOMESTIC VESSEL

TDMMR5507B PERFORM SEAMANSHIP, RIGGING AND LIFTING OPERATIONS ON BOARD A SMALL DOMESTIC VESSEL

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit

Use basic verbal communication skills required when performing basic rigging and lifting operations on a small domestic vessel

Read interpret and apply basic instructions relevant to rigging and lifting operations on a small domestic vessel

Work safely and collaboratively with others during rigging and lifting operations on a small domestic vessel

Select and use rigging and lifting ropes and equipment as per operating instructions

Recognise routine problems during rigging and lifting operations on a small domestic vessel and take appropriate action

Adapt to changes in equipment and procedures in the workplace

Follow required work schedule as per company requirements

Tie required knots and demonstrate rope handling skills

Perform eye and short splices in three stranded rope

Sling small loads ready for lifting

Lash and secure cargo and gangways

Secure a small vessel for sea

Evidence Required

TDMMRB PERFORM SEAMANSHIP RIGGING AND LIFTING OPERATIONS ON BOARD A SMALL DOMESTIC VESSEL

TDMMR5507B PERFORM SEAMANSHIP, RIGGING AND LIFTING OPERATIONS ON BOARD A SMALL DOMESTIC 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

Use and maintain ropes and wire

b

Operate lifting gear

c

Rig and maintain personnel access ways

d

Perform tasks aloft and over vessels side

e

Lash and secure moveable items

f

Rig and lash machinery components

g

Secure a vessel for sea

h

Exercise all required safety procedures when carrying out rigging operations

i

Communicate effectively with others during rigging 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 seamanship knowledge and skills when

using and maintaining ropes and wire

operating lifting gear

rigging and using fishing gear

performing tasks aloft and over vessels side

lashing and securing cargo and moveable items

applying safety precautions during rigging operations

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures including

relevant sections of marine regulation

safety management system procedures

OHampS regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

job procedures and work instructions

relevant manufacturers guidelines relating to the use of ropes wires cables anchors deck equipment and machinery including instructions on equipment capability and limitations

onboard housekeeping processes

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TDMMRB PERFORM SEAMANSHIP RIGGING AND LIFTING OPERATIONS ON BOARD A SMALL DOMESTIC VESSEL

TDMMR5507B PERFORM SEAMANSHIP, RIGGING AND LIFTING OPERATIONS ON BOARD A SMALL DOMESTIC VESSEL

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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d

Action is taken promptly to report andor rectify accidents safety incidents and operational problems in accordance with regulations and 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 suitable range of appropriately simulated seamanship rigging lifting and cargo lashing exercises situations and case studies and associated resources andor

b

assist with seamanship rigging lifting and cargo lashing operations on a working vessel


Range Statement

TDMMR5507B PERFORM SEAMANSHIP, RIGGING AND LIFTING OPERATIONS ON BOARD A SMALL DOMESTIC 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 the relevant regulations and Australian standards

b.

Work is performed:

1

within defined operational procedures, with responsibility for own outputs in relation to specified quality standards

c.

Work involves:

1

performing routine rigging operations and using associated equipment in accordance with safe working practices

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT

a

Vessel may include:

1

any Australian domestic commercial vessel

b

Rigging operations may include:

1

using and maintaining ropes, wires and chains

2

splicing natural fibre and synthetic ropes

3

checking and using lifting equipment, ropes, chains and rigging gear when lifting loads

4

lashing cargo

5

securing gangways, brows and ladders for safe access

c

Rigging operations may be carried out:

1

by day or night in normal operational situations

2

under normal and adverse conditions of sea and weather

3

while underway

4

during berthing and unberthing operations

5

while anchoring or mooring

6

when berthed

7

adverse weather conditions

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TDMMR5507B PERFORM SEAMANSHIP, RIGGING AND LIFTING OPERATIONS ON BOARD A SMALL DOMESTIC VESSEL

VARIABLE

SCOPE

d

Knots and splices may include:

1

figure of eight

2

reef knot

3

clove hitch

4

rolling hitch

5

sheet bend

6

sheep shank

7

bowline

8

eye splice

9

short splice

10

common whipping

11

sail maker's whipping

12

common seizing

13

racking seizing

e

Personnel access equipment may include:

1

gangways

2

brows

3

Ladders

f

Lifting gear may include:

1

cranes

2

derricks

3

winches

4

hoists

5

grabs

6

spreaders

7

trawl booms

8

pot/trap winches

h

Equipment for working aloft and over the side may include:

1

gantlines

2

bosun's chair

3

safety harnesses

4

stage

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TDMMR5507B PERFORM SEAMANSHIP, RIGGING AND LIFTING OPERATIONS ON BOARD A SMALL DOMESTIC VESSEL

VARIABLE

SCOPE

i

Cargo to be lashed may include:

1

general cargo such as drums, boxes, cylinders, crates, etc.

2

containers

3

vehicles

4

timber

5

fishing gear

g

Lifting gear components may include:

1

shackles and hooks

2

slings

3

blocks and tackles

4

hoists

5

eyebolts

6

beam clamps

7

trolleys

8

pot/trap lines

9

long lines

10

set lines

11

trawl wires

12

chains

j

Sources of information and documentation may include:

1

safety management system procedures

2

shipboard rigging procedures

3

OH&S regulations

4

manufacturer's instructions and recommended procedures

5

relevant Australian and international standards and regulations

6

cargo securing manual

k

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

1

safety management system

2

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