1

Develop maintenance program

1.1

Planned maintenance system is accessed to establish maintenance requirements for vessel

1.2

Maintenance program for vessel is developed to meet requirements of planned maintenance system

1.3

Maintenance schedules and budgets are identified

1.4

Suggestions that support effective implementation of maintenance program are offered according to organisational procedures

1.5

Strategies to minimise impact of maintenance activities on vessel operations are identified

2

Implement maintenance program

2.1

Routine maintenance activities are proposed and prioritised in conjunction with others involved in or affected by maintenance work

2.2

Routine maintenance activities are allocated within scheduled timeframes and budgets according to organisational procedures

2.3

Vessel operations are maintained where possible without interruption

2.4

Safety of crew is maintained at all times according to relevant legislation and organisational procedures

2.5

Requests for assistance from crew to complete maintenance activities are responded to promptly

3

Identify failed or unsafe machinery and equipment

3.1

Faulty machinery and equipment is identified and clear and noticeable warning signs are erected according to organisational procedures

3.2

Failed or unsafe machinery and equipment is assessed according to organisational procedures

3.3

Repairs are allocated to appropriate crew members according to organisational procedures

3.4

Unsafe machinery and equipment which cannot be repaired is promptly tagged and isolated according to organisational procedures

3.5

Unsafe machinery and equipment is promptly reported according to organisational procedures

3.6

Reports on all repair work undertaken are completed according to organisational procedures

4

Monitor supplies

4.1

Supply and stock levels are maintained to ensure ongoing availability

4.2

Management of supplies is undertaken according to organisational procedures

4.3

Supply and stock levels are reconciled and any discrepancies are rectified or reported

4.4

Supply records are maintained according to organisational procedures

Required Skills:

Interpret planned maintenance system to determine maintenance requirements

Manage maintenance of vessel

Monitor selection and use of supplies involved in maintenance of vessel

Prepare reports on outcomes of inspection and maintenance activities

Read and interpret safety data sheets (SDS)/material safety data sheets (MSDS)

Read and interpret vessel, equipment and machinery specifications, drawings, operational manuals and diagrams

Take appropriate precautions to prevent pollution of marine environment

Required Knowledge:

Fundamental principles of vessel construction

Maintenance records that must be maintained on vessel to meet organisational and statutory requirements

Nature and causes of corrosion of marine surfaces and structures, and available means for control

Principal structural components

Procedures for initiation and coordination of repair and/or replacement procedures on board vessel

Relevant laws and regulations including WHS/OHS and pollution control legislation

Slipping and docking procedures suitable for various types of hull forms

Typical problems related to maintenance of vessels and appropriate actions and solutions

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:

attention to appropriate level of detail in recordkeeping

effectively liaising with internal and external authorities/agencies

initiating timely action in response to defects or damage.

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 planning and supervising routine maintenance 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 planning and supervising routine maintenance 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.

Planned maintenance system must include:

Anchoring equipment

Communications equipment

Compliance with applicable mandatory rules and regulations, including WHS/OHS and environment protection legislation

Continuous improvement and review procedures

Document control procedures

Firefighting equipment

Identifying hazards and risk management

Lifesaving equipment

Navigation equipment

Procedures for updating and correcting charts, publications and electronic chart information

Provision of safe practices in vessel operation and a safe working environment

Reference to applicable codes, guidelines and standards

Steering gear

Systems for recording completed maintenance schedules, including identification of defective equipment and rectification of defects

Maintenance program must include:

Lines of communication and relationship between vessel and owner

Periodic survey requirements

Procedure for programmed maintenance of hull and machinery

Regular inspection of all equipment referred to in planned maintenance system

Routine maintenance as contained in manufacturer instruction manuals and drawings

Safety and environmental policy

Routine maintenance activities may include:

Checking life saving appliances

Inspecting breathing apparatus

Navigational equipment

Operation of emergency firefighting equipment including fire hoses and nozzles

Servicing equipment as required by service manuals and manufacturer instructions relating to vessel equipment

Testing communication equipment, including distress calling

Testing lifting equipment

Machinery and equipment may include:

Fire pumps

Navigational equipment

Steering gear and emergency steering gear

Winches and windlasses

Management of supplies may include:

Issue

Purchase

Receipt

Stock control

Storage