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

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:

ensuring behaviour reflects relevant current legislative and regulatory requirements

ensuring currency of relevant WHS/OHS skills and knowledge

implementing workplace environmental and waste management procedures correctly

providing high quality 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 an engineering crew 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 managing an engineering crew

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.

Required Skills:

Communicate effectively with people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds

Counsel team members and provide feedback

Display sound personnel management

Lead team members

Monitor and review activity

Negotiate effectively

Plan and organise activity

Read and interpret maritime regulations, rules and instructions

Read, interpret and apply manufacturer instructions including all WHS/OHS requirements and safety data sheets (SDS)/material safety data sheets (MSDS)

Resolve conflict

Write reports

Required Knowledge:

Consultation and communication techniques and strategies

Hazards associated with flammable/explosive materials

Hazards of refrigeration gases including accidental release in a confined space

Key result areas of the crew and the organisation

Organisational policies and procedures

Principles and techniques involved in:

performance management systems

leadership and mentoring

Processes for monitoring crew and own performance

Relevant legislation especially in regard to WHS/OHS, environmental issues, equal opportunity, industrial relations, unfair dismissal and anti-discrimination

Regulations for stowing and managing flammable/explosive materials including:

diesel

petrol

LPG

refrigerant gases

lubricants

Requirements for confined space entry and hot work permits

Safety management systems

Testing of LPG detectors

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.

Flammable and explosive materials may include:

Fuels

LPG

Lubricating oils

Refrigeration gas

Engine room routine may include:

Completing log book entries

Monitoring of equipment in engine room

Regular inspection of engine room

Responding to alarms

Watchkeeping arrangements

Performance expectations may include:

Compliance with duty statements

Personal appraisal reports

Potential and current issues and problems may include:

Bullying

Discrimination and harassment

Disputes between individuals or parties

Grievances

Injury rehabilitation

Perceived or actual issues and problems relating to:

work roles, job design and allocation of duties

work performance of self and others

Prejudice or racial vilification

Stress or personal problems

Emergencies may include:

Accidental release of refrigeration gas in confined space

Explosion

Fire

Flooding

Loss of electrical supply

Major failure of propulsion engine