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

MARE002 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Communicate during mooring and unmooring activities

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MARE002 - Communicate during mooring and unmooring activities
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to communicate effectively with others involved in mooring and unmooring activities.This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry as a Linesperson.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

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

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations or where this is not available, in simulated workplace operational situations or an industry-approved marine operations site that replicate workplace conditions.

Resources for assessment include access to:

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

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

tools, equipment, materials and personal protective equipment currently used in industry.

Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field E – Communication
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 to communicate with others
  • Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures are followed
  • Prior to mooring or unmooring activities, all radios and other communications equipment is checked to confirm they are functioning correctly
  • Batteries are checked to confirm they are operational and fully charged
  • Relevant documentation and records are identified and accessed as required
  • Radios are set to operate on channels required for mooring and unmooring
  • Faulty communications equipment is reported, rectified or replaced
       
Element: Communicate with others
  • Correct communication is maintained with others involved in mooring and unmooring activities, throughout mooring and unmooring activities
  • Clear and concise verbal and non-verbal communication is used and appropriate action is taken to confirm others have correctly heard and interpreted the communication
  • VHF radio communication is conducted using required procedures and protocols
  • Appropriate methods are used to communicate with foreign crews on vessels
  • Safety concerns are promptly and clearly communicated to pilot prior to and during, mooring and unmooring activities
  • Due care is taken when using radio communication equipment, so as not to interfere with operational communication between tug crews and pilot of vessel
       


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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare to communicate with others

1.1

Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures are followed

1.2

Prior to mooring or unmooring activities, all radios and other communications equipment is checked to confirm they are functioning correctly

1.3

Batteries are checked to confirm they are operational and fully charged

1.4

Relevant documentation and records are identified and accessed as required

1.5

Radios are set to operate on channels required for mooring and unmooring

1.6

Faulty communications equipment is reported, rectified or replaced

2

Communicate with others

2.1

Correct communication is maintained with others involved in mooring and unmooring activities, throughout mooring and unmooring activities

2.2

Clear and concise verbal and non-verbal communication is used and appropriate action is taken to confirm others have correctly heard and interpreted the communication

2.3

VHF radio communication is conducted using required procedures and protocols

2.4

Appropriate methods are used to communicate with foreign crews on vessels

2.5

Safety concerns are promptly and clearly communicated to pilot prior to and during, mooring and unmooring activities

2.6

Due care is taken when using radio communication equipment, so as not to interfere with operational communication between tug crews and pilot of vessel

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions on at least one occasion and include:

applying relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and work practices

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

checking functioning of radios and communications equipment

communicating effectively with others when mooring and unmooring a vessel

complying with relevant maritime regulations and International Maritime Organization (IMO) Conventions and Codes, including relevant sections of Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) Marine Orders as they apply to mooring and unmooring operations on ocean-going vessels

ensuring behaviour reflects relevant current legislative and regulatory requirements

following all orders carefully and systematically

following work instructions

identifying and correctly using various types of radios and other relevant communications equipment

implementing port and vessel security procedures

initiating timely action in response to defects or damage

interpreting and following procedures for communicating with others during mooring and unmooring operations

recognising and responding appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace

recognising problems that may occur when communicating with others during mooring and unmooring operations and taking appropriate action to report and resolve these problems

taking proper care of radios and communications equipment

testing and recharging batteries used in radios and other communications equipment

using hand held VHF radios correctly when communicating with ship’s crew, pilot and wharf supervisor.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions and include knowledge of:

basic principles and procedures for marine VHF radio communication:

by day or night

in normal and emergency situations

under any permissible conditions of weather

at a range of shore-side terminals and wharves

communications techniques and equipment required during mooring and unmooring operations, including protocols for radio use

correct use of handheld VHF radio

factors that affect communication during mooring and unmooring operations, such as effects of noise, faulty equipment, discharged batteries, wind, weather

maritime regulations applicable to communication during mooring and unmooring of vessels

methods of visual contact and hand signals

operational characteristics of different types of radios and other forms of communications equipment used in mooring and unmooring operations

practices and procedures for communicating with others during mooring and unmooring operations

purpose of silence periods when operating radio equipment

radio calling and replying procedures

relevant manufacturer instructions relating to use of radios and other communications equipment

relevant maritime and radio communications regulations

relevant port and vessel security procedures, including operating radio communications channel instructions

relevant WHS/OHS codes of practice, policies and procedures.


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

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare to communicate with others

1.1

Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures are followed

1.2

Prior to mooring or unmooring activities, all radios and other communications equipment is checked to confirm they are functioning correctly

1.3

Batteries are checked to confirm they are operational and fully charged

1.4

Relevant documentation and records are identified and accessed as required

1.5

Radios are set to operate on channels required for mooring and unmooring

1.6

Faulty communications equipment is reported, rectified or replaced

2

Communicate with others

2.1

Correct communication is maintained with others involved in mooring and unmooring activities, throughout mooring and unmooring activities

2.2

Clear and concise verbal and non-verbal communication is used and appropriate action is taken to confirm others have correctly heard and interpreted the communication

2.3

VHF radio communication is conducted using required procedures and protocols

2.4

Appropriate methods are used to communicate with foreign crews on vessels

2.5

Safety concerns are promptly and clearly communicated to pilot prior to and during, mooring and unmooring activities

2.6

Due care is taken when using radio communication equipment, so as not to interfere with operational communication between tug crews and pilot of vessel

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Safety procedures include:

checking:

own personal fitness and medical wellbeing

whereabouts of edge of wharf

whereabouts of other members of mooring/unmooring team

confirming availability of a personal flotation device on arrival at mooring operation

keeping clear of snapback zone and demarcated areas

keeping work area hazard-free

obtaining and using required personal protective equipment (such as safety footwear, safety helmet, suitable gloves, safety vest and reflective clothing, personal life vest, safety glasses)

removing rings from fingers to avoid them being caught on steel wire ropes

Relevant documentation and records include one or more of the following:

maritime authority instructions

mooring and unmooring plans, procedures, checklists and instructions

relevant sections of maritime regulations concerning mooring and unmooring operations

reports and records of mooring operations or safety incidents

rope and equipment manufacturer instructions and procedures

safety instructions and procedures

Communication includes one or more of the following:

oral communication with mooring supervisor or Master and other members of mooring or unmooring team

radio between mooring supervisor (shore-side) and:

pilot on vessel

wharf mooring personnel (bow) forward

wharf mooring personnel (stern) aft

VHF radio between:

tug crew and pilot on vessel

tug crew and mooring launch crew

mooring launch crew and pilot on vessel

visual contact and hand signals

Others involved in mooring and unmooring activities include one or more of the following:

lines launch driver

mooring launch crew

mooring master or supervisor

mooring team

pilot and crew on vessel being moored or unmoored and tug

shorelines crew on wharf

tug crew

vessel crew

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
Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) procedures are followed 
Prior to mooring or unmooring activities, all radios and other communications equipment is checked to confirm they are functioning correctly 
Batteries are checked to confirm they are operational and fully charged 
Relevant documentation and records are identified and accessed as required 
Radios are set to operate on channels required for mooring and unmooring 
Faulty communications equipment is reported, rectified or replaced 
Correct communication is maintained with others involved in mooring and unmooring activities, throughout mooring and unmooring activities 
Clear and concise verbal and non-verbal communication is used and appropriate action is taken to confirm others have correctly heard and interpreted the communication 
VHF radio communication is conducted using required procedures and protocols 
Appropriate methods are used to communicate with foreign crews on vessels 
Safety concerns are promptly and clearly communicated to pilot prior to and during, mooring and unmooring activities 
Due care is taken when using radio communication equipment, so as not to interfere with operational communication between tug crews and pilot of vessel 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MARE002 - Communicate during mooring and unmooring activities
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