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

MARC2004A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate deck machinery

Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MARC2004A - Operate deck machinery
Description This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to safely use deck machinery on a vessel.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to engine workers in the maritime industry working as a Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 on vessels up to 500 kW or as a Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 on vessels up to 750 kW or as a Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 on vessels up to 1500 kW.
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: Prepare lifting equipment and deck machinery for use
  • Appropriate personal protective equipment and machinery is selected, used and stored according to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements
  • Routine pre-operational checks are carried out on lifting equipment and deck machinery according to manufacturer specifications, regulatory and organisational requirements
  • Deviations from the norm are promptly identified and rectified
  • Adjustments are made to achieve a safe and efficient operation
  • Inability to start machinery is reported promptly and accurately to appropriate personnel
       
Element: Operate lifting equipment and deck machinery
  • Machinery is operated in a safe and controlled manner
  • Machinery is operated within defined operating limits when running, to achieve optimum safety and efficiency
  • Deviations from normal operations are promptly identified
  • Action is taken to rectify basic operational faults to maintain optimum safety and efficiency
  • Appropriate action is taken in a malfunction or emergency
       
Element: Check and complete lifting equipment and deck machinery operations
  • Equipment and machinery shut-down procedures are carried out according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures
  • Equipment and machinery damage, malfunctions or irregular performance is recorded and reported according to organisational procedures
       


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:

being aware of own ability and limits to rectify irregularities and faults

ensuring currency of relevant WHS/OHS skills and knowledge.

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 operating deck machinery can 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 operating deck machinery

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:

Follow manufacturer recommendations, regulations and vessel operating procedures

Implement safe work practices

Use deck machinery

Required Knowledge:

Basic hydraulic systems and their operation

Legislation affecting lifting equipment

Lifting equipment

Safe working procedures

Trawling and fishing gear

Winches, capstans, windlasses

WHS/OHS requirements and work practices

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.

Personal protective equipment may include:

Boots

Gloves

Hard hat

Hearing protection

Overalls

Protective eyewear

Pre-operational checks may include:

Inspecting safety guards, power take off stubs and shafts

Lifting equipment

Observing and monitoring noise levels for correct operation

Pre-start and safety checks including:

oils and lubricants

lines

emergency stops

Lifting equipment and deck machinery may include:

Basic hydraulic systems

Capstans

Cranes

Trawling and fishing gear

Winches

Windlasses

Safe and controlled manner may include:

Maintaining workloads within specifications

Selecting and using appropriate machinery and equipment

Using operational techniques for specific location and weather conditions

Basic operational faults may include:

Failure of hydraulic lines

Machinery break downs

Structural failure

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
Appropriate personal protective equipment and machinery is selected, used and stored according to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements 
Routine pre-operational checks are carried out on lifting equipment and deck machinery according to manufacturer specifications, regulatory and organisational requirements 
Deviations from the norm are promptly identified and rectified 
Adjustments are made to achieve a safe and efficient operation 
Inability to start machinery is reported promptly and accurately to appropriate personnel 
Machinery is operated in a safe and controlled manner 
Machinery is operated within defined operating limits when running, to achieve optimum safety and efficiency 
Deviations from normal operations are promptly identified 
Action is taken to rectify basic operational faults to maintain optimum safety and efficiency 
Appropriate action is taken in a malfunction or emergency 
Equipment and machinery shut-down procedures are carried out according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures 
Equipment and machinery damage, malfunctions or irregular performance is recorded and reported according to organisational procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MARC2004A - Operate deck machinery
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MARC2004A - Operate deck machinery

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