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

TDMMA907B Mapping and Delivery Guide
PREPARE A CARGO PLAN FOR CARGO LOADING AND UNLOADING OPERATIONS WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER 4

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Issue Date: April 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency TDMMA907B - PREPARE A CARGO PLAN FOR CARGO LOADING AND UNLOADING OPERATIONS WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER 4
Description UNIT DESCRIPTOR:This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to prepare a cargo operations plan for within the limits of responsibility of a Master 5 and Master 4 on a commercial vessel and a Skipper 3 and Skipper 2 on a fishing vessel, i.e. vessels of less than 80 metres in length operating within inshore limits (15 nm) and less than 35 metres within Australian Coastal Middle Water (600 nm). This includes the procedures for loading, unloading and distributing cargo on the vessel, appropriate emergency procedures for incidents involving dangerous and hazardous cargoes, suitable procedures for cargo monitoring and specifications for safety procedures that conform with maritime practice and OH&S requirements.This unit has s retitled but covers the same functions as previous unit TDMMA901A Prepare a cargo plan for cargo loading and unloading operations
Employability Skills Not applicable.
Learning Outcomes and Application The unit has applications in the qualifications for a Master 5, Master 4, Skipper 3 and Skipper 2 on commercial or fishing vessel, i.e. Certificate III in Transport&Distribution (Coastal Maritime Operations - Master Class 5) and Certificate IV in Transport&Distribution (Coastal Maritime Operations - Master Class 4).
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 plan for safe cargo operations
  • The cargo to be loaded or unloaded is identified and its characteristics and dimensions established
  • Relevant regulations, procedures and instructions pertaining to the type of cargo to be loaded and unloaded are accessed and interpreted prior to developing plan for cargo operations
  • The conditions of assignment of load-lines, their maintenance and use are correctly interpreted and applied
       


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 Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.

1

Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:

a

Plan cargo loading and unloading operations across a representative range of typical cargo handling contexts for a vessel up to 80 metres in length:

b

Ensure compliance with all required safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when planning the handling of cargo during loading/unloading and stowage operations

c

Identify typical cargo handling problems and hazards and plan for appropriate action

d

Communicate effectively with others when developing a cargo operations plan

2

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

a

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

b

Consistently applies underpinning knowledge and skills when

1

planning cargo loading and unloading operations

2

identifying and evaluating cargo handling problems and determining appropriate courses of action

3

determining stress levels that may occur during cargo loading and unloading operations

4

assessing operational capability of cargo handling equipment

5

specifying safety precautions to be used during cargo loading and unloading operations

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1

relevant maritime regulations

2

OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

3

job procedures and work instructions

4

relevant manufacturer's guidelines relating to the use of cargo handling machinery, including instructions on equipment capability and limitations

d

Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify accidents and safety incidents in accordance with statutory requirements and company procedures

(continued)

2

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

(continued)

e

Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail

f

Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions between crew and others

3

Context of assessment

a

Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations

b

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation:

1

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral examinations, and

2

Appropriate practical assessment must occur:

i

at the registered training organisation; and/or

ii

on an appropriate working or training vessel

4Specific resources required for assessment

Access is required to opportunities to:

a

monitor and supervise suitably simulated cargo loading/unloading operations over an appropriate range of cargo handling situations, weather and operational conditions; and/or

b

monitor and supervise the actual cargo loading/unloading operations of a vessel

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 KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit.

1

Relevant State and Territory maritime regulations, including the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code

2

Relevant OH&S and cargo handling legislation and policies

3

Procedures and documentation required in the event of a safety incident during cargo operations

4

Typical operational characteristics of different types of shipboard and terminal-based cargo handling and securing equipment and facilities

5

Methods for handling various types of cargo

6

Basic ways of restricting vessel's stress levels within permitted limits during cargo operations on a small vessel

7

Effects of different types of cargo operations on vessel's trim and stability

8

Procedures for calculating the maximum deadweight available to a vessel that needs to subsequently enter various seasonal load-line zones

9

Procedures for calculating the stresses on lifting gear used in cargo handling operations

10

Typical cargo handling hazards and problems and appropriate preventative and remedial action and solutions

11

Effects on cargo handling of wind and weather

12

Cargo identification codes, including IMDG code and Bulk Cargo Code

13

Ballast management issues and procedures

14

Typical types and sizes of shipping containers

15

Basic procedures for determining a vessel's displacement by draught survey

16

Factors that affect the reading of a vessel's draught

17

Procedures for determining the forces acting on equipment used to lash cargo

18

Basic procedures for estimating the longitudinal stresses acting on a vessel's hull using both manual and computer techniques

19

Cargo handling communication techniques

20

Cargo handling documentation requirements, including documentation to limit claims on cargo carried

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit.

1

Read and interpret and apply instructions, regulations, procedures and information relevant to the preparation of a cargo plan for cargo loading and unloading operations

2

Communicate effectively with others when preparing a cargo plan for cargo loading and unloading operations

3

Work collaboratively with other shipboard personnel when preparing a cargo plan

4

Take appropriate initiatives related to the preparation of a cargo plan

5

Interpret and apply security and safety practices and regulations when preparing a cargo plan for cargo loading and unloading operations

6

Modify activities dependent on differing workplace contingencies, risk situations and environments

7

Identify and solve problems associated with the preparation of a cargo plan and take appropriate action based on available information

8

Monitor and anticipate problems related to the preparation of a cargo plan, and take appropriate action

9

Adapt to differing types of vessels, port facilities, cargoes and equipment

Range Statement

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

VARIABLE

SCOPE

1. GENERAL CONTEXT

a.

Work must be carried out:

1

in compliance with the relevant maritime regulations

b.

Work is performed:

1

within a defined range of operations and routine procedures, with responsibility for own outputs and some responsibility for others

c.

Work involves:

1

the conduct of routine procedures for the planning of cargo loading and unloading operations on board a vessel and the specification of solutions to a defined range of typical cargo loading and unloading situations

d.

Work requires:

1

some discretion and judgement in anticipating and allowing for possible cargo loading and unloading problems, safety hazards and contingencies and the actions to be taken in these eventualities

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT

a

Cargo loading and unloading plan may relate to:

1

any Australian commercial vessel up to 80 metres in length

b

Cargo loading and unloading operations may be carried out:

1

by day or night in both normal and emergency situations

2

under any possible conditions of weather

3

at various shoreside loading and discharge terminals

c

Types of cargo may include:

1

general cargo

2

containers

3

various types of solid bulk materials

4

various types of bulk liquids

(continued)

VARIABLE

SCOPE

c

Types of cargo may include:

(continued)

5

special and abnormal cargo such as:

i

refrigerated cargo and containers

ii

pig iron, ingots and steel billets

iii

mineral concentrates

iv

dangerous or hazardous cargo

v

extra heavy cargo

d

Cargo handling equipment may include:

1

block and tackle

2

single swinging derricks

3

union purchase derricks

4

shipboard cranes

5

terminal-based cranes

6

pumps, valves and hoses

e

Cargo handling hazards may include:

1

faulty cargo handling equipment

2

damaged cargo

3

cargo handling operations in poor weather or sea conditions

5

incorrectly stowed cargo

6

incorrectly lashed or secured cargo

7

using equipment beyond safe working limits

f

Documentation and recordsmay include:

1

relevant regulations

2

cargo handling operational orders and instructions

3

relevant sections of Australian USL Code

4

vessel/shore safety checklist

5

cargo handling procedures

6

cargo handling equipment manufacturer's instructions and recommended procedures

7

instructions of relevant maritime authorities

(continued)

g

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

relevant sections of State and Territory maritime regulations, including the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code and the NSCV/Australian USL Code

2

relevant Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation

3

relevant Commonwealth, State and Territory environmental protection legislation

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
The cargo to be loaded or unloaded is identified and its characteristics and dimensions established 
Relevant regulations, procedures and instructions pertaining to the type of cargo to be loaded and unloaded are accessed and interpreted prior to developing plan for cargo operations 
The conditions of assignment of load-lines, their maintenance and use are correctly interpreted and applied 

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