1

Safely dock vessel into dry dock or slipway

1.1

Slipway or dry dock particulars are assessed for suitability for dry docking or slipping vessel

1.2

Ship supports, scaffolding and other service systems are assessed for compatibility to dry dock or slipway particulars

1.3

Plan is prepared for docking or slipping vessel

1.4

Cradle, supports and/or slings are prepared prior to slipping vessel

1.5

Vessel is made ready for slipping according to organisational and dry dock requirements

1.6

Vessel is slipped according to environmental safe work practices and safety instructions

2

Inspect underwater hull, equipment and fittings

2.1

Checks of vessel hull, equipment and fittings are carried out according to maintenance schedules and vessel manufacturer instructions

2.2

Deterioration in vessel structure, equipment and fittings is identified

2.3

Checks on watertight integrity of vessel are carried out according to organisational procedures and safety regulations

2.4

Damage to watertight integrity is identified and appropriate action is determined

2.5

Listed work plan is prepared to rectify all identified faults

2.6

Surveyor or authorised person is engaged to ensure appropriate certification can be issued or endorsed on completion of work, where applicable

3

Select and use maintenance equipment and materials

3.1

Tools and equipment are correctly identified, selected and used

3.2

Maintenance materials are obtained, prepared and used according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions

3.3

Environmental procedures are followed and waste from cleaning and maintenance tasks is collected, treated and disposed of, or recycled, according to organisational procedures

3.4

Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to tools are reported according to organisational procedures

3.5

Equipment and tools are cleaned, returned to operating order and stored according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions

3.6

Chemicals are used and stored according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions

3.7

Paint is used and stored according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions

4

Carry out required maintenance and repairs to hull, equipment and fittings

4.1

Suitable personal protective clothing is selected and used according to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements

4.2

Permits for hot work, confined space entry and other high risk activities are completed according to organisational and regulatory requirements

4.3

Faults and imperfections in painted surfaces are repaired according to organisational procedures

4.4

Weathered surfaces are restored using cleaners and liquid abrasives

4.5

Lubricants are applied to moving parts of vessel underwater equipment according to manufacturer instructions

4.6

Corrosion control is carried out according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions

4.7

Action to ensure watertight integrity is completed

4.8

Routine adjustments are made to equipment and fittings according to manufacturer instructions

4.9

Faulty vessel machinery and fittings are identified and replacement procedures are implemented

5

Supervise crew completing maintenance and repairs to hull, equipment and fittings

5.1

Workload is organised in order of priority, taking into consideration all listed work including survey work

5.2

Maintenance tasks are allocated to appropriate crew members with consideration of individual experience and qualifications

5.3

Crew members are clearly briefed on their responsibility, maintenance tasks and WHS/OHS requirements

5.4

Guidance is provided appropriate to the maintenance task and individual experience

5.5

Completed work is checked to ensure maintenance is performed according to dry dock plan and organisational procedures

6

Complete duties prior to refloating

6.1

Final internal inspection of vessel is conducted to ensure all listed work is completed to a satisfactory standard

6.2

External inspection of hull and underside is carried out to ensure all listed work is completed to a satisfactory standard

6.3

All tank plugs that have been drawn are replaced

6.4

Crew are instructed on activities to be completed to make vessel ready for sailing

6.5

Check is conducted to ensure a full set of tank soundings has been taken and the distribution of fresh water, fuel and lubricating oil are according to soundings taken on arrival

6.6

Tank quantities are applied to complete stability check to ensure that the vessel has an acceptable GM once she floats clear of the keel blocks or slipway

6.7

All hatch covers are closed and watertight integrity of uppermost deck is assured

6.8

Anchors and cables are heaved up and stowed correctly, and all shore pipelines and powerlines are disconnected

6.9

Confirmation that refloating can proceed is agreed with person in charge of refloating operation

Required Skills:

Complete maintenance records

Implement safe and environmentally responsible work practices

Liaise with surveyor to ensure work is carried out to regulatory requirements for the issue or endorsement of relevant certificates

Read, interpret and apply:

operating and service manuals for the slipping/docking of a vessel and the maintenance of its hull

manufacturer instructions including all WHS/OHS requirements and safety data sheets (SDS)/material safety data sheets (MSDS)

Recognise faulty equipment

Recognise hull damage and deterioration, and take appropriate action according to organisational procedures

Select and use correct tools and equipment for maintenance task

Required Knowledge:

Basic stability and stability terms

Component parts, operation and routine maintenance requirements of vessel equipment and fittings

Equipment cleaning and preservation techniques

Maintenance hazards and problems

Nature and causes of corrosion of marine surfaces and structures, and the available methods for its control

Organisational procedures for cleaning and maintenance

Paint types and applications

Preservatives and finishes used in marine maintenance and the related procedures for their handling, preparation, application and storage

Principal features of structure of vessels

Principles and procedures of lubrication as they relate to underwater vessel equipment and fittings

Procedures for:

working in confined spaces

initiating and coordinating repair and/or replacement of underwater equipment and fittings

checking and inspecting vessel hull as part of routine maintenance procedures

Regulatory certification requirements

Relevant sections of state and territory regulations, National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Code and Uniform Shipping Laws (USL) Code dealing with Master responsibilities

Relevant WHS/OHS and pollution control legislation

Rust treatment

Slipping and docking procedures suitable for various types of hull forms

Stability as it relates to docking or slipping operation and refloating

Types, characteristics and functions of:

underwater vessel machinery and equipment

equipment/tools used in cleaning and maintenance

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

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

The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:

developing effective planning documents

ensuring currency of relevant WHS/OHS skills and knowledge.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

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

Resources for assessment include access to:

industry-approved marine operations site where slipping or docking a vessel and maintaining the hull on a vessel up to 80 metres may be conducted

tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities

range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments

appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment

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

Method of assessment

Practical assessment must occur in an:

appropriately simulated workplace environment and/or

appropriate range of situations in the workplace.

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:

direct observation of the candidate slipping or docking a vessel and maintaining the hull on a vessel up to 80 metres

direct observation of the candidate applying relevant WHS/OHS requirements and work practices.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

In all cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess Required Knowledge.

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

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.

Slipway or dry dock particulars may include:

Acceptable draught

Crane lifting capacities

Dimensions

Electric power supply

Firefighting provisions

Insurances

Policy and facility for atmospheric checks of confined spaces

Responsibility for WHS/OHS

Safe vessel access

Safe working load

Type of floor

Environmental procedures must include:

Application of paint

Disposal of waste from hull scraping operations

Disposal of waste material

Fuel transfer operations

Routine adjustments may include:

Ranging and examination of anchors and cables

Withdrawing and examination of:

propeller and shafts

rudder and rudder stock