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 | Actively prevent fire | 1.1 | Fire hazards (pre-conditions for fire) on board a vessel are identified and rectified according to workplace procedures |
1.2 | Onboard procedures for preventing fire are accessed and implemented |
2 | Prepare response to fire | 2.1 | Location and class of fire is identified |
2.2 | Alarm is raised |
2.3 | Condition of firefighting equipment and systems in work area is monitored according to planned maintenance schedules |
2.4 | Realistic drills and musters are practised to ensure pre-incident readiness of response personnel |
2.5 | Appropriate protective clothing and equipment including self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) is made ready |
2.6 | All available means to limit the spread of fire and smoke are employed |
2.7 | Appropriate pump/s and ancillary equipment are readied to support firefighting operations |
2.8 | Extinguishing media/agent is selected according to the class/classes of fire |
3 | Combat fire | 3.1 | Threats to life or health are identified within the emergency area |
3.2 | Activities and tactics to combat the fire are selected so that the safety of the vessel and all on board is not compromised |
3.3 | Fire is located and access is gained in the safest and most timely manner |
3.4 | Fire is attacked using the extinguishing media/agent and application techniques appropriate to the class and size of fire |
3.5 | SCBA is donned and used correctly while undertaking fire extinguishment and rescue |
3.6 | Effectiveness of combat activities and tactics is evaluated and altered as required |
3.7 | Communication is maintained to ensure safety and efficiency of firefighting operation |
4 | Complete post-fire activities | 4.1 | Fire watch is maintained to prevent further outbreak |
4.2 | Equipment is restored to operational condition |
4.3 | Fire scene is preserved prior to investigation, if appropriate |
4.4 | Information relating to the incident is provided as part of fire debriefing session |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:
applying extinguishing media to fire
applying safe working practices at all times
assisting in the setting up and use of foam making equipment
correctly donning and using self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) while undertaking fire extinguishment and rescue in a heated smoke filled compartment
entering and moving through a compartment filled with high expansion foam with the aid of a lifeline and without breathing apparatus
extinguishing a fire with a fire blanket
logging SCBA wearers correctly on a control board
operating charged hose-lines and nozzles
operating portable firefighting extinguishers
performing after-use maintenance on SCBA
working effectively with team members when responding to a fire.
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:
action to be taken:
in an emergency
on board ship
alarms and signals during onboard emergencies
chemistry of fire, including the fire tetrahedron and its relationship to materials typically found on vessels
classification of fire and applicable extinguishing agents
correct use of all lifesaving appliances and firefighting appliances
different classes of fire, their characteristics and strategies and equipment needed for their extinguishment
elements of fire and explosion (the fire triangle)
extinguishing media including firefighting foams
fire and smoke detection and automatic alarm systems
firefighting tactics, techniques and procedures
flammable materials, fire hazards and spread of fire
hazards and threats to life or health during onboard firefighting operations
lifeline signals
location of firefighting appliances and emergency escape routes
maintenance of lifesaving appliances and firefighting appliances
need for constant vigilance
onboard Emergency Response Organisation and procedures
own ability and limits
portable fire extinguishers
purpose, function and location of fixed installations/systems
principles and methods of fire extinguishment
principles underlying the spread of fire
relevant Australian Standards
role and responsibility of self and team members
safe working practices
shipboard firefighting organisation
statutory requirements pertaining to lifesaving appliances and firefighting appliances
types and sources of ignition
types of fire detection, firefighting equipment and systems used on vessels, their features, principles of operation, procedures for their use and problems that can occur
ventilation procedures
vessel construction as it relates to fire prevention/protection
work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and work practices