MARC013
Operate auxiliary machinery systems up to 1500 kW


Application

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate auxiliary machinery systems up to 1500 kW according to technical specifications and safe operating limit.

This unit applies to engine workers in the maritime industry working as a Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 Near Coastal on vessels up to 1500 kW.

This unit has links to legislative and certification requirements.


Elements and Performance Criteria

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Prepare for operation

1.1

Risks to self, others and the environment are identified according to organisational procedures

1.2

Routine pre-operational checks of auxiliary machinery systems are completed prior to use according to manufacturer specifications and organisational procedures

2

Operate auxiliary machinery systems

2.1

Suitable personal protective equipment is selected and used according to organisational procedures

2.2

Auxiliary machinery systems are operated in a safe and controlled manner

2.3

Performance of auxiliary machinery system operations are monitored

2.4

Adverse sea and weather conditions that may impact on operation of auxiliary machinery systems are identified and operational practices are adjusted to maintain safety of vessel and personnel

2.5

Faults or malfunctions are identified and recorded according to organisational procedures

2.6

Faults or malfunctions are rectified and corrective actions are taken and recorded according to organisational procedures

2.7

Procedures to be undertaken in emergencies are recognised and implemented

3

Complete operations and check auxiliary machinery systems

3.1

Shut-down procedures are conducted according to manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures

3.2

Operational records are completed as required according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

Evidence of Performance

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:

maintaining records of the operation and maintenance of auxiliary machinery systems and any related safety incidents

monitoring and evaluating performance of auxiliary machinery systems

operating all equipment

reading and interpreting:

manufacturer instructions for the operation of auxiliary machinery systems

maritime regulations, rules and instructions

recognising when the performance of auxiliary machinery systems is unsatisfactory or outside specified limits and taking appropriate action

recognising problems that may occur with auxiliary machinery systems and taking appropriate preventative and remedial action.


Evidence of Knowledge

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:

alarm panels

auxiliary systems, materials and construction

awareness of one’s surroundings and changes to these surroundings

causes of deck machinery faults

characteristics of auxiliary machinery systems

closing devices and remote shut offs

dangers associated with operating shipboard auxiliary machinery systems and related hazard prevention strategies

drive systems, belts, clutches and motors

electro-hydraulic steering gear

emergency operation in electrical or hydraulic failure

emergency shut offs and closures

fire detection and fire alarm systems

fixed firefighting installations including CO2, foam and water mist

function of:

grease

lubricating oil

hydraulic systems including steering gear

identification of:

refrigeration system components

faults in refrigeration systems

instrumentation used

methods for controlling and managing operation of shipboard auxiliary machinery systems

operation of deck machinery

own ability and limits to rectify irregularities or faults

problems associated with auxiliary machinery systems, and appropriate preventative and remedial action and solutions

procedures for monitoring and evaluating performance of auxiliary machinery systems

pumps and pumping systems for bilge, fire, fuel oil, freshwater and seawater systems

refrigeration:

cycle

plant and its operation

relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation and policies

relevant sections of commonwealth, state and territory maritime regulations, National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV)

requirements for waste management and pollution control from auxiliary machinery systems under the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL)

rudder and stock support bearings, glands, packing and seals

rudder construction and rudder types

safe:

operation practices

working procedures

safeguards and protective devices for deck machinery

simple hydraulic circuits

strainers, mud-boxes and foot valves

terminology of materials technology

types of:

fixed firefighting systems including gas and foam flooding systems

pumps and associated safety devices

refrigerant

winches and windlass.


Assessment Conditions

Assessors must satisfy National Vocational Education and Training Regulator (NVR)/Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF) assessor requirements.

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 reflect workplace conditions.

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.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

tools, equipment, machinery, materials and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

applicable documentation such as legislation, regulations, codes of practice, workplace procedures and operational manuals

range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations.


Foundation Skills

This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance.

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


Range Statement

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

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

Auxiliary machinery systems must include:

cargo discharging or loading systems

commercial refrigeration and freezer plants

compressed air

control air systems

deck machinery

hydraulics

fire, bilge and ballast pumping systems

fixed gas and foam firefighting systems

fresh water generation

fuel and lubricating oil purification systems

sewage treatment

steering system including rudder

Emergencies must include:

loss of:

control air pressure

electrical power

failure of steering system

hydraulic failure

Operational records must include:

logbooks

maintenance records

plant and equipment manufacturer instructions and recommended procedures

relevant maritime authority documentation relating to operating auxiliary machinery systems

standard operating procedures from the organisation’s safety management system


Sectors

Not applicable.


Competency Field

C - Equipment Operations