MAR20113 - Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain)

Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain)

This qualification is suitable for people who work as a coxswain in the maritime industry and command a commercial marine vessel up to 12 metres in length that operates up to 15 nautical miles out to sea (such as fishing boats, ferries, water taxis, jet boats, yachts, catamarans and tourist craft).

People who work as a Coxswain Grade 1 operate:

within the inshore waters limit of 15 nautical miles.

People who work as a Coxswain Grade 2 operate:

in sheltered waters.

People who work as a Coxswain Grade 3:

operate in smooth waters within port limits.

Subjects

Total number of units = 8 units

8 core units

Coxswain Grade 3:

add topic MARC2005A Operate inboard and outboard motors

Coxswain Grade 1 and Grade 2:

add topic MARC2006A Operate main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems

Core units
Field
C	Equipment Operations	MARC2005A	Operate inboard and outboard motors
		OR
		MARC2006A	Operate main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems
F	Operational Quality and Safety	MARF1001A	Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment
		MARF1002A	Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel
		MARF1005A	Meet work health and safety requirements
I	Regulations and Port Operations	MARI2001A	Comply with regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 12 metres
J	Environment	MARJ2001A	Follow environmental work practices
K	Manoeuvring Vessels	MARK2001A	Handle a vessel up to 12 metres
N	Seamanship	MARN2001A	Apply seamanship skills aboard a vessel up to 12 metres

Pathways...

Pathways into the qualification

MAR10113 Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand)

Pathways from the qualification

MARSS00001 Coxswain Grade 1 and Grade 2 Skill Set

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Licensing Information

Coxswain Grade 1 and Grade 2

This qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a Coxswain Grade 1 and Grade 2 as described in Part D of the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).

Certification will require achievement of the MAR20113 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain), the Coxswain Grade 1 and Grade 2 Skill Set, sea-service, first aid and appropriate radio certificates; people seeking certification should check the requirements with AMSA.

Coxswain Grade 3

This qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a Coxswain Grade 3 as described in Part D of the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) by the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).

Certification will require achievement of the MAR20113 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Coxswain), sea-service, first aid and appropriate radio certificates; people seeking certification should check the requirements with AMSA.

Employability Skills

The following table contains a summary of the employability skills as identified by the maritime industry for this qualification. This table should be interpreted in conjunction with the detailed requirements of each unit of competency packaged in this qualification. The outcomes described here are broad industry requirements that may vary depending on packaging options.
Employability Skill	Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:
Communication	Communicate details of action to relevant personnel clearly and concisely using standard maritime vocabulary Prepare and keep environmental records Read and interpret company standard operating procedures (SOPs) about operating inboard and outboard engines
Teamwork	Recognise risks to fellow workers and other people, and take action to eliminate or reduce them Render assistance to others in distress Use consultation processes to consult others on WHS/OHS issues
Problem-solving	Apply problem solving skills to investigate and identify causes of WHS/OHS incidents Identify and respond to typical emergency situations Identify irregularities and take appropriate action to rectify the situation
Initiative and enterprise	Make contributions to workplace meetings, inspections and other WHS/OHS activities Provide ideas to control the level of risk associated with work tasks Recognise and report to appropriate personnel/authorities, signs or symptoms of a potential environmental threat
Planning and organising	Identify and address implications of any changes to the safety management system (SMS) Identify and handle hazardous chemicals according to workplace procedures Review operational procedures to reflect changes in legislation and regulations
Self-management	Demonstrate through own behaviour, commitment to comply with industry and professional codes of practice Identify responsibilities as the person in charge of a vessel Maintain situational awareness to ensure safety of manoeuvres
Learning	Conduct inductions for crew where applicable Maintain evidence of current authorisation, training and relevant licences according to legislative and regulatory requirements Undertake participation in fire drills and musters to ensure readiness for fire emergencies
Technology	Operate a fire extinguisher Undertake safety checks on all equipment and machinery before operation according to workplace procedures Use and monitor propulsion equipment to assist in completing manoeuvres safely