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

MARN4001A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Manage seaworthiness of a vessel up to 80 metres

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MARN4001A - Manage seaworthiness of a vessel up to 80 metres
Description This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to manage vessel in a seaworthy condition for all stages of a voyage or operation being undertaken.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to those working in the capacity of Master on a range of vessels up to 80 metres.
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: Supervise weather tight and watertight integrity of vessel
  • Principal structural components of vessel are identified from vessel drawings to understand the function of these components in relation to conventional vessel design
  • Pumping and pipeline systems of vessel are investigated to establish survivability of vessel in case of flooding and mage control
  • Procedures for maintaining weather tight and watertight integrity of vessel are interpreted and implemented according to vessel safety management plan and regulations
  • Crew are instructed on requirements of plan and their responsibilities
  • Actions are instigated to confirm weather tight and watertight integrity of vessel at all times
       
Element: Take action to meet changed sea and weather conditions
  • Weather forecasts and observations of sea and weather conditions are used to predict situations that may jeopardise vessel weather tight and watertight integrity
  • Effect of severe wind and rolling in associated sea conditions on vessel weather tight and watertight integrity is recognised
  • Effect of water on deck on vessel weather tight and watertight integrity is ascertained
  • Appropriate action is taken to maintain vessel weather tight and watertight integrity according to organisational procedures
       
Element: Maintain records
  • Relevant documents and records are completed and maintained as required according to regulatory and organisational requirements
  • Relevant documents are sent to appropriate bodies and copies are filed according to regulatory and organisational requirements
  • Documents are stored according to regulatory and organisational requirements
       


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:

attention to appropriate level of detail in recordkeeping

attention to detail when completing documentation.

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 seaworthiness of a vessel up to 80 metres can be demonstrated

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 seaworthiness of a vessel up to 80 metres

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:

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Assessment Tasks

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Required Skills:

Appropriately use bilge and other pumping arrangements

Assess damage control measures

Complete required records

Maintain weather tight and watertight integrity of vessel

Read and interpret vessel specifications, drawings and operational manuals

Required Knowledge:

Bilge pumping arrangements

Different vessel types

Effects of adding and removing weights, water on deck, slack tanks, rolling period, stiff and tender vessel, additions or alterations to vessels

Principal parts of vessel and their various functions

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.

Structural components must include:

Design characteristics attributing to watertight integrity

Principal components of vessel structure

Structural arrangements to restrain fires

Watertight and collision bulkheads

Actions may include:

Closing openings

Ensuring passenger distribution does not exceed allowed limits.

Ensuring stores, cargo and equipment are properly stowed and lashed

Establishing procedures for restoring or managing weather tight and watertight integrity during an emergency

Maintaining stability condition within approved limits

Methods for testing tanks and other watertight openings

Relevant documents and records may include:

Deck and official log book entries

Notes of protest

Safety management plan

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
Principal structural components of vessel are identified from vessel drawings to understand the function of these components in relation to conventional vessel design 
Pumping and pipeline systems of vessel are investigated to establish survivability of vessel in case of flooding and mage control 
Procedures for maintaining weather tight and watertight integrity of vessel are interpreted and implemented according to vessel safety management plan and regulations 
Crew are instructed on requirements of plan and their responsibilities 
Actions are instigated to confirm weather tight and watertight integrity of vessel at all times 
Weather forecasts and observations of sea and weather conditions are used to predict situations that may jeopardise vessel weather tight and watertight integrity 
Effect of severe wind and rolling in associated sea conditions on vessel weather tight and watertight integrity is recognised 
Effect of water on deck on vessel weather tight and watertight integrity is ascertained 
Appropriate action is taken to maintain vessel weather tight and watertight integrity according to organisational procedures 
Relevant documents and records are completed and maintained as required according to regulatory and organisational requirements 
Relevant documents are sent to appropriate bodies and copies are filed according to regulatory and organisational requirements 
Documents are stored according to regulatory and organisational requirements 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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