TDMMC307B MANOEUVRE AND HANDLE THE VESSEL IN NORMAL CONDITIONS

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

Manoeuvre the vessel

1

safely in both normal situations

2

in normal and adverse weather conditions

3

in berthing and unberthing operations

4

when anchoring or mooring

b

Exercise all required safety and hazard control procedures when manoeuvring the vessel

c

Identify typical manoeuvring problems and take appropriate action

d

Communicate effectively with others during manoeuvring operations

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

completing manoeuvring operations

2

identifying and evaluating manoeuvring problems and determining appropriate courses of action

3

identifying and implementing improvements to manoeuvring procedures

4

applying safety precautions relevant to manoeuvring operations

5

assessing operational capability of vessel and manoeuvring plant and equipment

c

Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1

relevant sections of IMO STCW 95 Convention and Code and AMSA Marine Orders

2

ISM Code and associated vessel's safety management system and procedures

3

OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

4

job procedures and work instructions

5

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

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2

Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance

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following on-board housekeeping procedures

d

Action is taken promptly to report manoeuvring accidents and incidents

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 and communication with 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

4

Specificresourcesrequired for assessment

Access is required to opportunities to:

a

operate a vessel simulator, meeting the requirements of Section A I/12 of the IMO STCW 95 Code, over an appropriate range of simulated manoeuvring situations, weather and loading conditions; and/or

b

manoeuvre a vessel of 500gross tonnage or more in an appropriate range of situations, weather and loading conditions

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit.

1

Applicable sections of IMO STCW 95 Convention and Code and AMSA Marine Orders

2

Relevant OH&S legislation and policies

3

Limits of responsibility of an officer in charge of the watch on a vessel of 500gross tonnage and more

4

Methods for controlling vessel speed and direction

5

Procedures for turning a vessel in various situations, including:

a

constant rate of turn techniques

b

turning a vessel 'short turn around'

c

turning a vessel on a reciprocal track in an emergency

d

procedures for the use of rate of turn indicators for the safe handling of the vessel

6

Manoeuvring and engine characteristics for various types of vessels of 500gross tonnage or more, including stopping distances and turning circles at various draughts, speeds and loading

7

Effects of deadweight, draught, trim, speed and under-keel clearance on turning circles and stopping distances

8

Squat, shallow water and similar effects on vessel's handling

9

Effects on vessel handling of wind, currents and bottom topography

10

Manoeuvring problems for vessels of 500gross tonnage or more and appropriate action and solutions

11

Manoeuvring procedures in and near traffic separation schemes and vessel traffic service areas

12

Procedures for berthing operations

13

Procedures for anchoring operations, including:

a

preparations to be made on deck for anchoring a vessel

b

functions and operation of windlass and capstan

c

methods of clearing a fouled anchor or hawse

d

methods of hanging off an anchor

e

methods of slipping a cable

f

causes and signs of anchor dragging

g

arrangements for stowing and securing anchors and cables

h

care and maintenance of anchors, cables and anchor lockers

14

Procedures for the rigging and maintenance of personnel and pilot passageways during vessel manoeuvres

15

Maritime communication techniques, including issuing of helm and engine orders and tug communications

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit.

1

Communicate effectively with others during vessel manoeuvres

2

Issue helm and engine orders

3

Read and interpret vessel manufacturer's instructions on vessel operation

4

Read and interpret vessel marine regulations, rules and standard operating procedures concerning vessel operations

5

Collect, manage and interpret information required for the safe navigation of the vessel

6

Plan the timing and sequence of vessel operations to be appropriate to the prevailing circumstances, sea and weather conditions, and any navigational hazards

7

Work collaboratively with other shipboard personnel and passengers during vessel operations

8

Make appropriate determinations and calculations required during the course of vessel operations (e.g. fuel, distance, speed, time, etc.)

9

Determine the type and extent of an emergency and determine the appropriate survival action to be taken

10

Determine appropriate procedures to allow for interaction effects with passing vessels

11

Recognise the effects of various operational situations such as squat, shallow water and narrow channel on vessel's handling and determine appropriate manoeuvring action required

12

Operate the vessel in accordance with standard operating procedures and manufacturer's instructions

13

Turn the vessel in various operational situations

TDMMC307B MANOEUVRE AND HANDLE THE VESSEL IN NORMAL CONDITIONS

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 mandatory rules and regulations and IMO Conventions and Codes, including the relevant sections of the AMSA Marine Orders and ensuring that applicable codes, guidelines and standards recommended by IMO, the classification societies and maritime industry organisations are taken into account

b.

Work is performed:

1

relatively independently within broad operational requirements, with limited accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes

c.

Work involves:

1

the application of a significant range of fundamental nautical principles and manoeuvring techniques in normal operational contexts

d.

Work requires:

1

the ability to implement the plan for vessel operations

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT

a

Vessel may include:

1

any Australian or international commercial vessel of 500gross tonnage or more

b

Manoeuvres may be carried out

1

by day or night in normal operational situations

2

under normal and adverse conditions of sea and weather

3

during berthing and unberthing operations

4

while anchoring or mooring

c

Manoeuvres may include:

1

berthing and unberthing

2

mooring or anchoring

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c

Manoeuvres may include:

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3

handling vessel in shallow water, rivers, estuaries and restricted waters

4

navigating in and near traffic separation schemes and vessel traffic service areas

5

use of propulsion and manoeuvring systems

6

clearing a fouled anchor

d

Special handling techniques required may include:

1

launching rescue boats and survival craft

2

taking on board survivors from rescue boats and survival craft

3

manoeuvring to rescue a person overboard

4

keeping an unmanageable vessel out of the trough of the sea

5

lessening drift

e

Documentationand recordsmay include:

1

ISM Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions

2

operational orders

3

navigational charts

4

IMO STCW 95 Convention and Code

5

AMSA Marine Orders

6

vessel's log

7

vessel's operational plan

8

company procedures

9

vessel manufacturer's instructions and recommended procedures

10

instructions of relevant maritime authorities

11

relevant Australian and international standards

f

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

IMO STCW 95 Convention and Code related to vessels of 500gross tonnage or more

2

relevant sections of AMSA Marine Orders

3

SOLAS Convention

4

International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea

5

relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation