The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently:

observe safety procedures and requirements

communicate effectively with others involved in or affected by the work

select methods and techniques which are appropriate to the circumstances

complete preparatory activity in a systematic manner

test, winterise and store a range of vessels

test, winterise and store a range of marine engine systems

complete clean-up activity in a systematic manner

safely operate power lifting equipment

complete workplace records.

Context of, and specific resources for assessment

The application of competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated environment that reflects as far as possible the actual working environment.

Assessment is to occur using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory requirements, including specified Australian standards.

Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate ethnicity, age, gender, demographics and disability.

The following resources should be made available:

workplace location or simulated workplace

appropriate vessels and engine systems

materials relevant to the preparation and winterising of vessels and engine systems

equipment, hand and power tools appropriate to the winterising of vessel and engine systems

specifications and work instructions.

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with application of Required Skills and Knowledge.

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on Required Skills and Knowledge to ensure its correct interpretation and application.

Assessment may be applied under project-related conditions (real or simulated) and require evidence of process.

Assessment must confirm a reasonable inference that competency is able not only to be satisfied under the particular circumstance, but is able to be transferred to other circumstances.

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other functional units which together form part of the holistic work role.

Guidance information for assessment

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

Required skills

Required skills include:

technical skills to the level required to use workplace technology related to the preparation and winterisation of a vessel and its engine systems for seasonal shutdown and storage, to use specialist tooling and equipment and computerised measuring equipment, and to report and record actions

communication skills to the level required to confirm work requirements and to identify diagnose and repair procedures and specifications, to communicate effectively regarding work requirements with supervisor, other workers and customers, to relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and of varying physical and mental abilities, and to report work outcomes and problems

literacy skills to the level required to research, analyse and interpret information related to work orders and manufacturer and component supplier requirements and to record servicing details

numeracy skills to the level required to correctly complete tests and measurements, including assessing tolerances, applying accurate measurements and calculating material requirements

problem-solving skills to the level required to identify technical and procedural problems to avoid planning and scheduling problems, and time and material wastage

team skills to the level required to work effectively and cooperatively with others to optimise workflow and productivity

Required knowledge

Required knowledge includes:

vessel classification, system type and component identification

engine classification, system types and component identification

engine system requirements and their relationship to vessel systems and associated components

propulsion system requirements and their relationship to vessel systems and associated components

mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronic principles and application

properties and use of servicing fluids, and lubricants and anti-corrosion products used in winterising procedures

servicing requirements as specified by manufacturer's and component suppliers

use and application of testing, measuring and specialised servicing equipment

manufacturer and component supplier specifications, including workshop manuals and repair guides

applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice, including OHS, personal safety and environment, relevant to the preparation and winterisation of a vessel and its engine systems

organisational policies and procedures, including quality, reporting and recording procedures, related to the preparation and winterisation of a vessel and its engine systems

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Preparing to winterise

Preparing to winterise may include:

inspecting engine

reading service data

compiling report

testing, inspecting, adjusting, cleaning, and weatherproofing components and systems

Vessels

Vessels may include:

single or multi-hull

inboard or outboard drive

powered or non-powered propulsion system

open, half or full cabin

wood, aluminium or composite material construction

Engine systems

Engine systems may include:

inboard or outboard

2- or 4-stroke

single or multi-cylinder

water or air cooled

electrical or electronic

remote or local controlled

Fuel systems

Fuel systems may include

petrol

diesel

gas

carburetion or fuel injection

manual or electric start

Tooling and equipment

Tooling and equipment may include:

hand tooling

testing equipment, including multimeters

power tooling

air tooling

specialist tooling and equipment

Safe operating procedures

Safe operating procedures may include:

operational risk assessment and treatments

toxic substances

electrical safety

machinery movement and operation

manual and mechanical lifting and shifting

working in proximity to others

Information/documents

Information/documents may include:

verbal, written and graphical instructions issued by authorised internal and external persons

parts listing prices and catalogues

inventory systems

material safety data sheets (MSDS)

diagrams or sketches

engineer's design specifications and instructions

manufacturer specifications

industry standards (e.g. American Boat and Yacht Council, National Marine, Manufacturer's Association and US Coast Guard)

Australian standards

workplace specifications and requirements

current boating licence

Legislative requirements

Legislative requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation, regulations, certification requirements and codes of practice, and may include:

award and enterprise agreements

industrial relations

Australian standards

Australian Design Rules

confidentiality and privacy

OHS

the environment

equal opportunity

anti-discrimination

duty of care

OHS requirements

OHS requirements are to be in accordance with applicable commonwealth, state or territory legislation and regulations, and organisational safety policies and procedures, and may include:

personal protective equipment and clothing

safety equipment

first aid equipment

hazard and risk control

elimination of hazardous materials and substances

manual handling, including shifting, lifting and carrying

emergency procedures

road rules

safe driving policy

Environmental requirements

Environmental requirements may include:

waste management

noise

dust

clean-up management

Organisational policies and procedures

Organisational policies and procedures may include:

quality policies and procedures, including Australian standards

OHS, sustainability, environment, equal opportunity and anti-discrimination

manufacturer specifications and industry codes of practice

safe work procedures

reporting and recording procedures