MARF6003A - Manage safety and security of vessel crew and passengers Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners
MARF6003A Mapping and Delivery Guide Manage safety and security of vessel crew and passengers
Version 1.0 Issue Date: March 2024
Qualification
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Unit of Competency
MARF6003A - Manage safety and security of vessel crew and passengers
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to develop emergency and damage control plans, and to handle emergency situations to maintain the safety and security of vessel crew and passengers.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application
This unit applies to maritime workers working in the maritime industry as a Master Unlimited.
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: Develop emergency and damage control plans
Potential emergencies and damage scenarios are identified
Plans of action are developed for responding to potential emergencies and damage scenarios according to regulatory and organisational requirements
Procedures, checklists and instructions for dealing with emergencies and damage scenarios are documented according to regulatory and organisational requirements
Resources are organised in readiness for potential implementation of emergency and damage control plans
Information on emergency and damage control plans is distributed and made available to crew
Appropriate instruction is organised for crew about their roles and responsibilities during various emergencies and damage scenarios
Element: Develop security risk management plans
Security plan is prepared according to regulatory and organisational requirements
Plan contains explanatory information on the importance of security and the organisation’s security objectives
Plan summarises threat assessments undertaken, current exposure and current protective security arrangements
Plan outlines security strategies for implementation of countermeasures, monitoring and evaluation
Appropriate instruction is organised for crew about their roles and responsibilities in the event of a security threat
Element: Maintain the operational condition of firefighting, lifesaving and safety systems
Safety management system processes and outcomes for maintaining the operational condition of firefighting, lifesaving and safety systems are identified
Procedures and supporting documentation for the routine maintenance of firefighting, lifesaving and safety systems are developed
Personnel roles and responsibilities are allocated and communicated
Checks are conducted in accordance with safety management system requirements
Non-compliances are identified and analysed
Appropriate responses to non-compliances are initiated according to safety management system requirements
Outcomes are recorded and reported according to regulatory and organisational requirements
Element: Organise fire and abandon vessel drills
Fire and abandon vessel drills are planned and conducted according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures
Instruction is provided to others on organisational procedures and the correct use of firefighting and lifesaving equipment
Musters and drills are reviewed against objectives
Records are completed according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures
Element: Manage emergencies
Initial actions on becoming aware of emergency are undertaken according to contingency plans and are appropriate to the urgency of the situation and the nature of the emergency
On-board personnel are given information and instructions clearly and accurately
Procedures are implemented to combat emergency and to protect persons on board
Communications are established with others to facilitate the emergency response process
Injured persons are provided with assistance
Contact is maintained with others at all times to keep them briefed on the emergency response process
Preparation for abandoning vessel is undertaken, if required
Cessation of emergency is communicated to appropriate personnel
Element: Maintain operational safety
Environmental factors are continually monitored, assessed and reviewed to identify distinctive features and any change in characteristics that might indicate unusual or suspicious behaviour
Personal safety checks are made on a systematic and routine basis according to organisational procedures
Resources and equipment are organised in readiness for potential security risk situations
Element: Respond to security risks
Security risk situations are accurately identified and assessed for degree of risk to self, others and vessel
Response is formulated and carried out according to security risk management plan
Safety and security of self, others and vessel is maximised through response initiative
Changing circumstances are monitored and responses are adjusted as required to maintain security
Relevant documentation is completed and securely maintained with due regard to confidentiality 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:
providing the required amount of detail in reports
developing effective planning documents.
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 managing the safety and security of vessel crew and passengers 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.
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 managing the safety and security of vessel crew and passengers
direct observation of candidate applying all relevant WHS/OHS 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
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Assessment task 1: [title] Due date:
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Assessment Tasks
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Required Skills:
Apply procedures for monitoring fire detection and safety systems to ensure all alarms are detected promptly and acted upon according to established emergency procedures
Communicate using appropriate channels and communication codes and signals
Complete documentation and reporting requirements on matters related to the development of emergency and damage control plans
Determine response appropriate to security risk situation
Develop emergency procedures according to established plans for emergency situations
Identify and comply with security incident response procedures
Identify security risk factors and conduct risk assessment
Instruct personnel on procedures to be taken during emergency situations on board a vessel
Interpret and apply security and safety practices and regulations
Manage the handling of emergency situations on board a vessel
Maintain the operational condition of lifesaving, firefighting and other safety systems
Minimise hazards and risks to the safety of self and others
Organise fire drills and abandon ship drills
Prepare contingency plans for response to emergencies
Report emergency situations on board a vessel
Required Knowledge:
Actions to be taken to protect and safeguard all persons on board in emergencies
Actions to limit damage and save the vessel following fire, collision or grounding
Bomb threat and counter-terrorism procedures
Concept of reserve buoyancy and its relevance to damage control in vessels
Faults that can occur with fire detection, firefighting, lifesaving and safety equipment and systems and appropriate remedial action and solutions
Functions and use of lifesaving appliances
General principles of damage control and the manner in which the watertight integrity of the hull is maintained on a vessel
Importance of maintenance of fire detection, firefighting, lifesaving and safety equipment and systems and the potential consequences if the equipment or systems are not operational during an emergency
Lifesaving appliance regulations (International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea)
Methods and aids for fire prevention, detection and extinction
Methods for checking and replacing consumable materials in fire detection, firefighting, lifesaving and safety equipment and systems
Regulations related to security risk management
Regulatory requirements for emergency response plans
Regulatory requirements related to the maintenance of fire detection, firefighting, lifesaving and safety equipment and systems
Relevant AMSA Marine Orders and Notices, ISPS Code, and other relevant IMO Conventions and Codes
Safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions
Ship construction including damage control measures
Statutory requirements pertaining to damage control in vessels
Types of fire detection, firefighting, lifesaving and safety equipment and systems on board vessels and the procedures for their use
Ways of controlling damage during a flooding emergency
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.
Potential emergencies may include:
Accidents
Bomb threat
Collision
Fire or explosion
Flooding
Grounding
Loss of main engine or power
Loss of steering
Person overboard
Rescue and evacuation of injured persons
Scenes of crime
Damage scenarios may include:
Collision damage
Damage caused by cargo shift
Integrity of vessel hull
Information may include:
Documented instructions
Drills
Meetings
Notice boards
Pamphlets
Training sessions
Threat assessments may include:
Determining the potential of a threat to actually cause harm
Evaluating and discussing the likelihood of a threat being realised
Providing information about people and events that may pose a threat to the vessel
Exposure may include:
Measure of how open the vessel is to harm
Potential of the vessel to attract harm
Firefighting, lifesaving and safety systems may include:
Fire and smoke detectors and alarms
Fire and watertight doors
Fire hoses and extinguishers
Fire smothering systems
Flares and smoke floats
Lifeboats and life rafts
Life jackets and other flotation devices
Non-compliances may include:
Damaged components
Damaged equipment
Failure to conduct drills
Faulty components
Faulty equipment
Lapsed expiry dates
Levels of consumable materials
Quality of consumable materials
Initial actions may include:
Broadcasting appropriate distress or warning signals
Investigating the source of fire or smoke alarms
Calling crew and passengers to muster stations
Mustering appropriate resources
Others may include:
Organisational personnel
Search and rescue authorities
Vessels in the vicinity
Environmental factors may include:
Access to assistance and resources
Availability of opportunities for escape
Degrees of illumination in affected areas
Presence of sources of threat
Time of day
Weather
Resources and equipment may include:
Access to emergency services and specialist personnel
Back-up personnel
Communication equipment
Firefighting equipment
First aid kit
Personal protection equipment
Security equipment including electronic screening equipment, video cameras and monitors, alarms and signals
Security risk situations may include:
Breaches of law including criminal damage, offences against people, public order, misuse of drugs and alcohol
Emergencies
Hazards including physical, chemical, electrical, psychological, biological
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
Potential emergencies and damage scenarios are identified
Plans of action are developed for responding to potential emergencies and damage scenarios according to regulatory and organisational requirements
Procedures, checklists and instructions for dealing with emergencies and damage scenarios are documented according to regulatory and organisational requirements
Resources are organised in readiness for potential implementation of emergency and damage control plans
Information on emergency and damage control plans is distributed and made available to crew
Appropriate instruction is organised for crew about their roles and responsibilities during various emergencies and damage scenarios
Security plan is prepared according to regulatory and organisational requirements
Plan contains explanatory information on the importance of security and the organisation’s security objectives
Plan summarises threat assessments undertaken, current exposure and current protective security arrangements
Plan outlines security strategies for implementation of countermeasures, monitoring and evaluation
Appropriate instruction is organised for crew about their roles and responsibilities in the event of a security threat
Safety management system processes and outcomes for maintaining the operational condition of firefighting, lifesaving and safety systems are identified
Procedures and supporting documentation for the routine maintenance of firefighting, lifesaving and safety systems are developed
Personnel roles and responsibilities are allocated and communicated
Checks are conducted in accordance with safety management system requirements
Non-compliances are identified and analysed
Appropriate responses to non-compliances are initiated according to safety management system requirements
Outcomes are recorded and reported according to regulatory and organisational requirements
Fire and abandon vessel drills are planned and conducted according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures
Instruction is provided to others on organisational procedures and the correct use of firefighting and lifesaving equipment
Musters and drills are reviewed against objectives
Records are completed according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures
Initial actions on becoming aware of emergency are undertaken according to contingency plans and are appropriate to the urgency of the situation and the nature of the emergency
On-board personnel are given information and instructions clearly and accurately
Procedures are implemented to combat emergency and to protect persons on board
Communications are established with others to facilitate the emergency response process
Injured persons are provided with assistance
Contact is maintained with others at all times to keep them briefed on the emergency response process
Preparation for abandoning vessel is undertaken, if required
Cessation of emergency is communicated to appropriate personnel
Environmental factors are continually monitored, assessed and reviewed to identify distinctive features and any change in characteristics that might indicate unusual or suspicious behaviour
Personal safety checks are made on a systematic and routine basis according to organisational procedures
Resources and equipment are organised in readiness for potential security risk situations
Security risk situations are accurately identified and assessed for degree of risk to self, others and vessel
Response is formulated and carried out according to security risk management plan
Safety and security of self, others and vessel is maximised through response initiative
Changing circumstances are monitored and responses are adjusted as required to maintain security
Relevant documentation is completed and securely maintained with due regard to confidentiality according to organisational procedures
Forms
Assessment Cover Sheet
MARF6003A - Manage safety and security of vessel crew and passengers
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