TDMMC707C APPLY SEAMANSHIP SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES WHEN OPERATING A SMALL VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A COXSWAIN

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

Organise and carry out deck operations in accordance with established standards of good seamanship

b

Exercise all required safety and hazard control procedures

c

Communicate effectively with others during deck and vessel operations

d

Carry out fishing operations (where applicable)

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 seamanship knowledge and skills when:

1

carrying out deck operations, anchor work and securing a vessel for sea

2

towing and being towed

3

applying safety precautions relevant to deck operations

4

assessing watertight integrity of the vessel and the security of vessel's equipment and spaces

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 ropes, wires, cables, anchors, deck equipment and machinery, including instructions on equipment capability and limitations

5

on-board housekeeping processes

d

Action is taken promptly to report accidents, safety incidents and operational problems

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 among crew and others

TDMMC707C APPLY SEAMANSHIP SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES WHEN OPERATING A SMALL VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A COXSWAIN

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

a suitable range of appropriately simulated operational situations for a small commercial vessel; and/or

b

demonstrate carry out seamanship skills and techniques when operating a small vessel within inshore limits

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE

This describes the knowledge required for this unit.

1

Relevant sections of applicable maritime regulations

2

Relevant OH&S legislation and policies as they relate to small vessel deck operations

3

Parts of a small vessel and the materials, fittings and equipment used in a small vessel.

4

Names of lines used from various parts of a vessel and the various ways a vessel is made fast to a wharf

5

Procedures for berthing and unberthing a small vessel

6

Types of anchors, cables and associated deck fittings in common use on small vessels and their purpose

7

Procedures involved in anchor work on a small vessel

8

Procedures for checking and operating winches, windlasses and capstans during vessel operations

9

Methods of making appropriate reports by visual and verbal means to others on board during vessel operations

10

Types of knots, bends and hitches in common use, their applications and limitations, and methods of tying them using synthetic and fibre rope of varying construction and size

11

Procedures for splicing synthetic and fibre rope

12

Factors involved in rope deterioration and maintenance requirements for different types of rope

13

Procedures for checking the watertight integrity of a small vessel

14

Methods of securing a vessel before it puts to sea

15

Procedures for stowing galley appliances, food utensils, containers and supplies for sea

16

Procedures for checking and securing personnel accommodation and facilities prior to putting to sea

17

Maritime communication techniques

18

Procedures for the checking and inspecting a vessel's seaworthiness

19

Basic knowledge of fishing operations (where applicable)

TDMMC707C APPLY SEAMANSHIP SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES WHEN OPERATING A SMALL VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A COXSWAIN

REQUIRED SKILLS

This describes the basic skills required for this unit.

1

Use basic verbal communication skills required when operating a small domestic vessel

2

Read, interpret and apply basic instructions relevant to operations on a small domestic vessel

3

Work safely and collaboratively with others during operations on a small domestic vessel

4

Select and use ropes and equipment as per operating instructions

5

Recognise faulty or worn ropes and equipment and take appropriate action as per operating instructions

6

Recognise routine problems during operations on a small domestic vessel and take appropriate action

7

Tie knots and demonstrate rope handling skills as required in vessel operations

8

Adapt to changes in equipment and procedures in the workplace

9

Follow required work schedule as per company requirements

10

Follow all required OH&S procedures and precautions when operating a small domestic vessel

11

Secure a vessel before it puts to sea

12

Check and inspect a vessel's seaworthiness and watertight integrity

TDMMC707C APPLY SEAMANSHIP SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES WHEN OPERATING A SMALL VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A COXSWAIN

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 and OH&S regulations

b.

Work is performed:

1

within defined operational procedures, with responsibility for own outputs and limited responsibility for others in achieving the specified quality of small vessel operations

c.

Work involves:

1

It involves the organisation and conduct of a range of specified deck operations for a small commercial vessel

2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT

a

Vessel may include:

1

small fishing and trading vessels engaged on coastal voyages

b

Deck operations 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 berthed alongside

5

while anchoring or mooring

6

while towing and being towed

c

Deck operationson a small vessel (dependent upon limits of responsibility) may include:

1

using and maintaining ropes, wires and chains

2

splicing natural fibre and synthetic ropes

3

cleanliness, hygiene and tidiness of accommodation and facilities

4

checking the watertight integrity of the vessel

5

checking the securing deck, engineering and accommodation spaces prior to going to sea

6

assisting in anchor work

TDMMC707C APPLY SEAMANSHIP SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES WHEN OPERATING A SMALL VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A COXSWAIN

VARIABLE

SCOPE

c

Deck operationson a small vessel (dependent upon limits of responsibility) may include:

(continued)

7

working mooring lines and assisting in the mooring of the vessel

8

checking and operating winches, capstans and windlasses

9

checking and using ropes, chains and rigging gear when lifting loads, including the determination of safe working loads

10

towing arrangements

11

anchoring methods (listed separately below)

12

fishing operations

13

using sea anchors

d

Anchor work on a small vessel (dependent upon limits of responsibility) may include:

1

clearing away an anchor ready for letting go

2

letting go an anchor and laying out cable

3

weighing anchor

4

securing an anchor for sea

5

assessing when a vessel is brought up and is riding to the anchor

6

assessing when an anchor is aweigh

7

operating a winch, windlass and/or capstan as required for anchor work

e

Documentation and recordsmay include:

1

relevant regulations

2

safety management system

3

vessel's operational plan

4

vessel manufacturer's instructions and recommended procedures

5

codes of practice

6

instructions of relevant maritime authorities

f

Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:

1

relevant sections of regulations of State and Territory marine authorities and NSCV and USL Code

2

relevant Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation