Work involves the theory, knowledge and application of skills related to environmental regulations and sustainability best practice in a marine workplace while maintaining and servicing marine vessels.

Work requires individuals to demonstrate discretion, judgement and problem-solving skills in undertaking environmentally sound work practices.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Identify and apply environment regulations

1.1. Reasons for ethical environmental practice in an marine mechanical workplace are identified

1.2. Environmental responsibilities and penalties for individual breaches of legislation and regulations are identified

1.3. Documents and procedures relevant to environmental safety and hazards are located and determined

1.4. Safety equipment and other material necessary to support environmentally sound practices are identified and sourced

2. Identify and avoid hazards to water, foreshores and marine environments

2.1. Wastewater or contaminants are contained to restrict entry to water systems, foreshores or marine environments

2.2. Vessel and component maintenance, service and repair is undertaken in an environmentally responsible manner to avoid hazards to water systems, foreshores and marine environments

2.3. Preparation areas are checked to ensure accidental spillage cannot escape into water systems, foreshores and marine environments

2.4. Spill kit is identified and located in preparation to prevent damage to the marine environment

2.5. Waste containment areas are identified and inspected to avoid contamination of the surrounding area

3. Identify and avoid hazards to air quality

3.1. Hazardous airborne particles, including anti-foulant are identified, minimised and contained

3.2. Hazardous gases and fumes are identified, minimised and contained

3.3. Clean-up of guns, general tools, equipment and spray and painting equipment is conducted in an environmentally safe manner

4. Identify and avoid noise hazards

4.1. Hazardous noise activities are identified, prevented, reduced and contained

4.2. Hazardous noise activities are carried out within approved operating hours and regulations

5. Identify and apply sustainability best practice

5.1. Sustainability best practice is identified and applied to minimise waste and potential damage to the environment according to workplace policies and procedures

5.2. Methods to reduce resource consumption (water, electricity, fossil fuels, chemicals) are identified and applied

5.3. Environmental damage and breaches of environmental regulations are reported

Required skills

communication skills to:

follow oral instructions

communicate verbal and written ideas and information as they relate to environmental regulations and sustainability best practice of a marine mechanical workplace

initiative and enterprise to:

identify sources of information, assistance and expert knowledge to expand knowledge, skills and understanding

literacy skills to:

identify and apply workplace environmental procedures

read and apply environmental regulations for a marine mechanical workplace

numeracy skills to measure and calculate length, area and volume

planning and organising skills to:

identify risk factors and actions to minimise risk

identify planning, checking and inspection techniques to avoid environmental contamination and wastage

problem-solving skills to:

recognise a workplace problem or a potential problem

refer problems outside area of responsibility to appropriate person and suggest possible causes

identify processes which contribute to improvements for sustainability best practice

self-management skills to:

identify appropriate safety and environmental response equipment, materials, processes and procedures

recognise limitations and seek timely advice

teamwork skills to:

collaborate and cooperate with other team members relating to environmental and sustainability issues

technical skills to:

collect, organise and interpret technical information relating to recognising workplace situations that are potentially harmful to the environment

use spill kits

technology skills to:

use workplace environmental and safety-related technology to assist with clean and safe work practices

Required knowledge

effects of pollution and methods to minimise it

environmental regulations and their implications for work being undertaken in a marine mechanical service and repair workplace

characteristics and potential environmental impact of products used in the maintenance, repair and service of marine vessels, components and electrical systems

philosophy of prevention, reuse, reduce, recycle

awareness of the environmental effects of chemicals and contaminants on the marine environment

procedures for use of spill kit

reporting procedures for environmental damage and breaches of environmental regulations

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge.

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to:

apply environmental regulations and sustainability best practice in a marine mechanical service and repair workplace

identify materials used in an marine mechanical workplace and assess their potential environmental impact

use a spill kit

report environmental damage and breaches of environmental regulations.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Competency is to be assessed in the workplace or a simulated workplace environment that accurately reflects performance in a real workplace setting.

Assessment is to occur:

using standard workplace practices and procedures

following safety requirements

applying environmental constraints.

Assessment is to comply with relevant:

regulatory requirements

Australian standards

industry codes of practice.

The following resources must be made available for the assessment of this unit:

access to environmental legislation, regulations and best practice models including access to workplace documents and reference images

access to a marine maintenance and service workplace or simulated environment that accurately reflects workshop working conditions, including conditions for the removal and application of anti-foulants, recycling bins, liquid, sludge and solid wastes

access to PPE and other equipment of the type intended to be used in response to an environmental incident or accident.

Method of assessment

Assessment must satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of this Training Package.

Assessment methods must confirm consistency and accuracy of performance (over time and in a range of workplace relevant contexts) together with the application of required skills and knowledge.

Assessment methods must be by direct observation of tasks and include questioning on required skills and knowledge to ensure correct interpretation and application.

Competence in this unit may be assessed in conjunction with other units which together form part of an holistic work role.

Where applicable, reasonable adjustment must be made to work environments and training situations to accommodate the needs of diverse clients.

Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally sensitive and appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed.

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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Ethical environmental practicemay include:

correct disposal methods for waste and cleaning and/or washing of internal and external surfaces, glass surfaces and wet areas

painting with anti-foulant based products

compliance with legislative obligations

hazardous materials handling best practice applications

organisation insurance requirements

discretion, judgement and problem-solving skills in undertaking environmentally sound work practices.

Documents and procedures may include:

material safety data sheets (MSDS)

environmental legislation

health regulations

hazardous substances register

site environmental policy

workplace environmental procedures and safety instructions

dangerous goods code safe operating procedures.

Hazards may include:

toxic fumes and substances

flammable materials and fire hazards

spillages

waste and debris especially on floors, ladders, trolleys

electricity and water

toxic substances

damaged packing material or containers

broken or damaged equipment

unsafe lifting practices.

Safety equipment and other material may include:

personal protective equipment (PPE) including:

eye protection

hearing protection

gloves

other suitable protective clothing

safety footwear

spill kit

absorbent materials

drip and catchment trays

waste bags

waste segregation systems

Contaminants may include:

solid or liquid wastes

oil, fuel and grease

hydrocarbon based degreasing agents and solvents

acids

alkaline wastes

tributylin, arsenic, mercury and DDT

paint, lacquer, varnish

anti-foulant based products

glues and adhesive compounds

household chemicals and pesticides.

Sustainability best practice may include:

recycling waste

energy conservation practices

natural resources (water, etc.) conservation practices

reusing

environmental (green) purchasing practices

noise minimisation.

Marine

Unit sector

Environment

This unit contains employability skills.