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

MARE1001A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Communicate during shore-based mooring and untying operations

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MARE1001A - Communicate during shore-based mooring and untying operations
Description This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to communicate effectively with others involved in mooring and untying vessels.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry under supervision as a shore-based linesperson.
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 to communicate with others during mooring and untying operations
  • Prior to mooring or untying activities, all radios and other communication equipment are checked to confirm they are functioning correctly
  • Safety precautions are followed
  • Relevant documentation and records are identified and accessed as required
       
Element: Check all communication equipment
  • Batteries are checked to confirm they are operational and fully charged
  • Faulty communication equipment is reported, rectified or replaced
  • Radios are set to operate on channels required for mooring or untying operations
       
Element: Communicate with others during mooring and untying operations
  • Correct communication is maintained throughout mooring and untying operations with others involved in mooring and untying vessels
  • Clear and concise verbal communication is used and appropriate action is taken to confirm that other person/s concerned have correctly heard and interpreted the communication
  • Radio communication is conducted using required procedures and protocols
  • Appropriate methods are used to communicate with foreign crews on vessels
  • Any safety concerns are promptly and clearly communicated to pilot prior to and during, mooring and untying operations
  • Due care is taken when using radio communication equipment 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.

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:

initiating timely action in response to defects or damage

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

following all orders carefully and systematically

ensuring behaviour reflects relevant current legislative and regulatory requirements.

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 communicating during shore-based mooring and untying operations 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 communicating during shore-based mooring and untying operations

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:

(add new lines for each of the assessment tasks)


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:

Check functioning of radios and communication equipment

Communicate effectively with others when mooring and untying a vessel

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

Follow work instructions

Identify and correctly use various types of radios and other relevant communication equipment

Implement port and vessel security procedures

Interpret and follow procedures for communicating with others during mooring operations

Recognise and adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour, interactions and communication with others

Recognise problems that may occur when communicating with others during mooring and untying operations and take appropriate action to report and resolve them

Take proper care of radios and communication equipment

Test and recharge batteries used in radios and other communication equipment

Required Knowledge:

Basic principles and procedures for marine 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

Communication techniques and equipment required during mooring and untying operations, including protocols for radio use

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

Maritime regulations applicable to communication during mooring and untying of vessels

Operational characteristics of different types of radios and other forms of communication equipment used in mooring and untying operations

Practices and procedures for communicating with others during mooring operations

Purpose of silence periods when operating radio equipment

Radio calling and replying procedures

Relevant manufacturer instructions relating to use of radios and other communication equipment

Relevant maritime and radio communication regulations

Relevant port and vessel security procedures, including operating radio communication channel instructions

Relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) codes of practice, policies and procedures

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.

Safety precautions may include:

Checking:

own personal fitness and medical wellbeing

whereabouts of edge of wharf

whereabouts of other members of mooring/untying team

Confirming availability of a personal flotation device upon arrival at mooring operation

Keeping work area hazard-free

Obtaining and using required personal protective equipment (such as safety footwear, safety helmet, suitable gloves, safety vest and reflective braces, personal collar insert for flotation device)

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

Wearing suitable clothing

Relevant documentation and records may include:

Mooring and untying plans, procedures, checklists and instructions

Relevant maritime authority instructions

Relevant sections of maritime regulations concerning mooring and untying operations

Reports and records of mooring operations or any safety incident

Rope and equipment manufacturer instructions and procedures

Safety instructions and procedures

Mooring or untying operations may include:

Landing a gangway

Preparing a berth

Receiving heaving line from:

a launch

a vessel

Returning heaving line to a vessel

Untying and letting go a vessel

Working:

by day or night

in normal and emergency situations

under any permissible conditions of weather

at various shoreside terminals and wharves

Communication may include:

Oral communication with mooring supervisor or Master and other members of mooring or untying team

VHF radio between:

tug crew and pilot on vessel

tug crew and mooring launch crew

mooring launch crew and pilot on vessel

radio between mooring supervisor (shore-side) and:

pilot on vessel

mooring personnel (bow)

mooring personnel (stern)

Others involved in mooring and untying vessels may include:

Mooring launch crew

Mooring master or supervisor

Mooring team

Pilot and crew on vessel being moored or untied and tug

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

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MARE1001A - Communicate during shore-based mooring and untying operations
Assessment task 1: [title]

Student name:

Student ID:

I declare that the assessment tasks submitted for this unit are my own work.

Student signature:

Result: Competent Not yet competent

Feedback to student

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assessor name:

Signature:

Date:


Assessment Record Sheet

MARE1001A - Communicate during shore-based mooring and untying operations

Student name:

Student ID:

Assessment task 1: [title] Result: Competent Not yet competent

(add lines for each task)

Feedback to student:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Overall assessment result: Competent Not yet competent

Assessor name:

Signature:

Date:

Student signature:

Date: