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

MARF1002A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MARF1002A - Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel
Description This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply defined policies and procedures when carrying out fire minimisation procedures and fighting a fire on board a vessel.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to deck and engine workers working in the maritime industry on vessels up to 80 metres. They could be working independently or 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: Carry out fire minimisation procedures
  • Fire hazards and risks on board vessel are identified and reported to designated personnel according to workplace procedures
  • Workplace procedures and work instructions for controlling fire risks are followed
  • Firefighting equipment is regularly checked and appropriate action is taken to ensure that it is operational
  • Participation in fire drills and musters is undertaken to ensure readiness for fire emergencies
       
Element: Follow instructions during response to a fire emergency
  • Location and class of fire is identified and alarm is raised and/or responded to according to workplace procedures
  • Appropriate protective clothing and equipment requirements are made ready
  • Instructions to contain the spread of fire and smoke are acted upon
  • Fire is attacked using the appropriate method, firefighting equipment and extinguishing media/agent according to instructions
  • Collaboration and communication is maintained with others to support the safety and efficiency of the firefighting operation
       
Element: Support post-fire operations
  • Fire watch is carried out as instructed to prevent further outbreak
  • Equipment is restored to operational condition according to workplace instructions
  • Assistance is provided to preserve fire scene prior to investigation, if appropriate
  • Information relevant for the debrief of a fire incident is provided
       


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:

using water spray as an effective firefighting agent

conducting effective boundary cooling

communicating and working collaboratively as a member of a team in a firefighting operation.

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 fighting and extinguishing fires on a vessel 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 following instructions to fight and extinguish fires

direct observation of the candidate applying related 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:

Apply extinguishing media to a fire

Operate a fire extinguisher

Use a fire blanket to extinguish a fire

Required Knowledge:

Alarms and signals during onboard emergencies

Chemistry of fire and its relationship to flash point, vapour density, auto ignition temperature and spontaneous combustion

Classes of fire applicable to Australian and New Zealand standards

Detection and suppression systems including fixed firefighting systems

Extinguishing media including firefighting foams

Firefighting tactics, techniques and procedures including team dynamics

Fire tetrahedron

Hazards and threats to life or health during onboard firefighting operations

Methods of heat transfer

Onboard emergency response organisation and procedures

Portable fire extinguishers – colour codes and suitability for class of fire

Principles underlying the spread of fire on a vessel

Principles and methods of extinguishment of each class of fire

Safe working practices

Types of fire detection, fire fighting equipment and systems used on vessels, their features, principles of operation, the 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

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.

Fire hazards and risks must include:

Cargo

Clothing

Cooking oils

Cordage

Electrical arcing

Fuels and lubricants

Furnishings

Paints

Poor housekeeping

Poor work practices

Smoking

Spontaneous combustion

Firefighting equipment may include:

Fire blankets

Hydrant hoses and nozzles

International shore connection

Portable extinguishers

Pumps

Classes of fire must include:

A – Carbonaceous Solids

B – Flammable liquids

C – Flammable gases

E – Electrically energised equipments

F – Cooking fats or oils

Protective clothing and equipment must include:

Foot protection

Hand protection

Radiant heat protection

Extinguishing media/agent must include:

Extinguishing powder

Foam

Gaseous extinguishing agents

Water

Restored must include:

Cleaned

Serviced if applicable

Re-stowed

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
Fire hazards and risks on board vessel are identified and reported to designated personnel according to workplace procedures 
Workplace procedures and work instructions for controlling fire risks are followed 
Firefighting equipment is regularly checked and appropriate action is taken to ensure that it is operational 
Participation in fire drills and musters is undertaken to ensure readiness for fire emergencies 
Location and class of fire is identified and alarm is raised and/or responded to according to workplace procedures 
Appropriate protective clothing and equipment requirements are made ready 
Instructions to contain the spread of fire and smoke are acted upon 
Fire is attacked using the appropriate method, firefighting equipment and extinguishing media/agent according to instructions 
Collaboration and communication is maintained with others to support the safety and efficiency of the firefighting operation 
Fire watch is carried out as instructed to prevent further outbreak 
Equipment is restored to operational condition according to workplace instructions 
Assistance is provided to preserve fire scene prior to investigation, if appropriate 
Information relevant for the debrief of a fire incident is provided 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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