This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to assist in the operation of the towed flexible barge (TFB) system to transfer fuel from ships anchored offshore to shore-based storage facilities.

It includes preparing to receive fuel from maritime operations and issuing fuel from a TFB system to shorebased operations.

A TFB system is utilised in marine environments where no other facilities exist to transfer large quantities of fuel from ocean tankers to shorebased field fuel installations.

This unit applies to persons working as petroleum operators in Defence but is applicable to any individual in this field of work.

The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.

Persons undertaking this unit work independently and as part of a team under supervision and perform routine tasks in a range of contexts.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for operations

1.1

Obtain and confirm task with relevant personnel

1.2

Unpack and inspect components for serviceability

1.3

Assemble TFB system components in accordance with manufacturer specifications

1.4

Obtain and confirm operational, administrative and emergency response orders and procedures

1.5

Select and use appropriate personal protective equipment

1.6

Apply work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and safety precautions in accordance with operational procedures and emergency response plan

1.7

Identify and apply environmentally sustainable work practices, as required

1.8

Complete appropriate documentation or records as required

2

Receive fuel from ship

2.1

Connect TFB to ship’s pipeline in preparation for fuel transfer operations

2.2

Conduct pre-operation checks in accordance with task instructions

2.3

Test fuel for contamination, record results and quarantine defective product as required

2.4

Transfer fuel in accordance with task instructions

2.5

Disconnect TFB from refuelling ship in accordance with operational procedures

3

Issue fuel from TFB system to shore

3.1

Connect power pack, hydraulic lines and floating pipeline system to manifold raft

3.2

Connect TFB to manifold raft

3.3

Conduct pre-operation fuel transfer checks in accordance with manufacturer specifications and operational procedures

3.4

Transfer fuel to meet task requirements

3.5

Monitor petroleum equipment during transfer and report or rectify faults in accordance with emergency response plan

3.6

Monitor fuel transfer gauges

3.7

Maintain communication with team members and relevant personnel during fuel transfer operations

3.8

Disconnect TFB from manifold raft

3.9

Inspect floating pipeline system with a pipeline inspection gauge in accordance with manufacturer specifications

3.10

Recover equipment safely

4

Finalise operations

4.1

Clean and restow TFB system equipment

4.2

Inspect equipment for damage in accordance with operational procedures

4.3

Conduct maintenance and minor repairs, as required, ensuring compliance with environmental procedures

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

applying relevant legislation, and organisational policies and procedures

applying Australian dangerous goods codes including:

segregation and storage requirements

assisting in the operation of a towed flexible barge (TFB) system and must include one of the following:

TFB being refuelled at sea

TFB being moored offshore and fuel being transferred to shore via a floating pipeline system

controlling fuel spills

identifying hazards, assessing risks and implementing control measures

interpreting technical diagrams and publications

interpreting fuel markings and panels

operating fuel pumping and discharge systems

dealing with difficulties encountered during assembly

selecting and fitting appropriate personal protective equipment

implementing environmentally sustainable work practices

responding to emergencies in accordance with emergency response plans

pressuring pipeline system with air

testing for leaks

handling cleaning chemicals safely.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

Australian dangerous goods codes including:

segregation and storage requirements

cleaning procedures and use of cleaning agents

dangerous goods handling procedures

emergency response plan

functions and responsibilities of team members

hazard control methods associated with fuel products

maintenance procedures for fuel storage mediums

relevant maritime dangerous goods marine orders

relevant legislation, and organisational policies and procedures

relevant work health and safety, pollution control legislation and policies

TFB system.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations, where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate workplace conditions.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulations

relevant and appropriate materials, tools, safety equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry including:

TFB system, discharge system and associated equipment

bulk fuel tankers or simulated platform

suitable fuel products

specific workplace operating procedures and publications

applicable documentation including operational procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Not applicable.

Petroleum Operations