Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MARB1001A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Assist with routine maintenance of a vessel

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MARB1001A - Assist with routine maintenance of a vessel
Description This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to carry out general routine maintenance on a vessel up to 80 metres.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to general purpose-hands working in the maritime industry on vessels up to 80 metres as part of a vessel crew.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not applicable.
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Select and set up equipment and materials for cleaning
  • Equipment is selected according to type of cleaning to be undertaken
  • Equipment is checked to ensure it is clean and serviceable
  • Suitable dry and wet cleaning agents and chemicals are selected and prepared according to manufacturer instructions and work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements
  • Suitable personal protective clothing and equipment is selected and used where necessary
       
Element: Clean work area
  • Work area to be cleaned is prepared and any hazards are identified
  • Work area is barricaded or warning signs are provided, as appropriate, to reduce risk to self and other crew members
  • Correct cleaning agents are selected and applied according to manufacturer instructions and WHS/OHS requirements
  • Equipment is used correctly and safely
       
Element: Follow instructions to carry out routine maintenance of vessel machinery
  • Suitable personal protective clothing is selected and used according to WHS/OHS safety requirements
  • Greasing, lubrication and other routine servicing of vessel machinery and equipment is carried out according to supervisor and manufacturer instructions
  • Routine adjustments and repairs are made to vessel machinery and equipment according to supervisor and manufacturer instructions
  • Faulty vessel machinery and equipment is identified and reported according to workplace procedures
       
Element: Prepare and paint surfaces
  • Suitable personal protective clothing is selected and used according to WHS/OHS requirements
  • Surfaces are prepared using correct equipment
  • Rust remover, rust converter and undercoats are applied according to manufacturer specifications
  • Paints are mixed in correct proportions according to manufacturer specifications
  • Finishing coat is applied using brush, roller or spray gun
       
Element: Maintain and store tools, equipment and chemicals
  • Equipment and tools are cleaned, returned to operating order and stored according to supervisor and manufacturer instructions
  • Environmental procedures are followed and waste from cleaning and maintenance tasks is collected, treated and disposed of, or recycled according to workplace procedures
  • Work area is cleaned and maintained according to workplace requirements
  • Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to tools are reported according to workplace procedures
  • Chemicals are stored according to supervisor and manufacturer instructions
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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

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

The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:

ensuring currency of relevant WHS/OHS skills and knowledge

implementing workplace environmental and waste management procedures correctly.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

Resources for assessment include access to:

industry-approved marine operations site where assisting with routine maintenance of a vessel may be conducted

tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities

range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments

appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.

Method of assessment

Practical assessment must occur in an:

appropriately simulated workplace environment and/or

appropriate range of situations in the workplace.

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:

direct observation of the candidate assisting with routine maintenance of a vessel

direct observation of the candidate applying relevant WHS/OHS requirements and work practices.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

In all cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess Required Knowledge.

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

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required Skills:

Complete maintenance records

Demonstrate safe and environmentally responsible work practices

Read, interpret and apply manufacturer instructions including all WHS/OHS requirements and data safety sheets (SDS)/material safety data sheets (MSDS)

Recognise faulty equipment

Select and use correct tools and equipment for the cleaning or maintenance task

Required Knowledge:

Component parts, operation and routine maintenance requirements of vessel machinery

Equipment cleaning and preservation techniques

Maintenance hazards and problems

Paint types and applications

Principles and procedures of machinery lubrication as they relate to vessel machinery

Procedures for using hand tools for routine maintenance operations

Relevant WHS/OHS and pollution control legislation

Rust treatment

Techniques for maintenance of surfaces including paint, timber, fibre glass, steel and aluminium

Types, characteristics and functions of:

equipment/tools used in cleaning and maintenance

vessel machinery and equipment

Workplace procedures for cleaning and maintenance

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Equipment may include:

Cleaning supplies

Hand held power tools

Hand tools

Grease guns

Paint and rust prevention material

Personal protective equipment

Personal protective clothing and equipment may include:

Boots

Gloves

Hat/hard hat

Hearing protection

Overalls

Protective eyewear

Respirator or face mask

Safety harness

Sun protection

Wet weather gear

Work area may include:

Battery room

Engine room

Exposed deck area

Firefighting equipment spaces

Store room

Wheelhouse and accommodation area

Routine adjustments and repairs may include:

Checks of cooling system, fuel, grease and oil, battery levels

Dismantling and assembling

Inspections of fan belts, leads, lines, connections, air filters, hydraulics, lighting

Minor adjustments

Testing

Surfaces may include:

External and internal bulkhead

Funnel

Hatches and coamings

Hull

Masts

Environmental procedures must include:

Preventative measures with regard to damage to natural areas caused by servicing, maintenance and cleaning activities

Safely using and disposing of cleaning and maintenance debris including oil containers, fuel and chemical residues, paint

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Equipment is selected according to type of cleaning to be undertaken 
Equipment is checked to ensure it is clean and serviceable 
Suitable dry and wet cleaning agents and chemicals are selected and prepared according to manufacturer instructions and work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements 
Suitable personal protective clothing and equipment is selected and used where necessary 
Work area to be cleaned is prepared and any hazards are identified 
Work area is barricaded or warning signs are provided, as appropriate, to reduce risk to self and other crew members 
Correct cleaning agents are selected and applied according to manufacturer instructions and WHS/OHS requirements 
Equipment is used correctly and safely 
Suitable personal protective clothing is selected and used according to WHS/OHS safety requirements 
Greasing, lubrication and other routine servicing of vessel machinery and equipment is carried out according to supervisor and manufacturer instructions 
Routine adjustments and repairs are made to vessel machinery and equipment according to supervisor and manufacturer instructions 
Faulty vessel machinery and equipment is identified and reported according to workplace procedures 
Suitable personal protective clothing is selected and used according to WHS/OHS requirements 
Surfaces are prepared using correct equipment 
Rust remover, rust converter and undercoats are applied according to manufacturer specifications 
Paints are mixed in correct proportions according to manufacturer specifications 
Finishing coat is applied using brush, roller or spray gun 
Equipment and tools are cleaned, returned to operating order and stored according to supervisor and manufacturer instructions 
Environmental procedures are followed and waste from cleaning and maintenance tasks is collected, treated and disposed of, or recycled according to workplace procedures 
Work area is cleaned and maintained according to workplace requirements 
Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to tools are reported according to workplace procedures 
Chemicals are stored according to supervisor and manufacturer instructions 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MARB1001A - Assist with routine maintenance of a vessel
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MARB1001A - Assist with routine maintenance of a vessel

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