MARF6003A
Manage safety and security of vessel crew and passengers

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to develop emergency and damage control plans, and to handle emergency situations to maintain the safety and security of vessel crew and passengers.

Application

This unit applies to maritime workers working in the maritime industry as a Master Unlimited.


Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Elements and Performance Criteria

1

Develop emergency and damage control plans

1.1

Potential emergencies and damage scenarios are identified

1.2

Plans of action are developed for responding to potential emergencies and damage scenarios according to regulatory and organisational requirements

1.3

Procedures, checklists and instructions for dealing with emergencies and damage scenarios are documented according to regulatory and organisational requirements

1.4

Resources are organised in readiness for potential implementation of emergency and damage control plans

1.5

Information on emergency and damage control plans is distributed and made available to crew

1.6

Appropriate instruction is organised for crew about their roles and responsibilities during various emergencies and damage scenarios

2

Develop security risk management plans

2.1

Security plan is prepared according to regulatory and organisational requirements

2.2

Plan contains explanatory information on the importance of security and the organisation’s security objectives

2.3

Plan summarises threat assessments undertaken, current exposure and current protective security arrangements

2.4

Plan outlines security strategies for implementation of countermeasures, monitoring and evaluation

2.5

Appropriate instruction is organised for crew about their roles and responsibilities in the event of a security threat

3

Maintain the operational condition of firefighting, lifesaving and safety systems

3.1

Safety management system processes and outcomes for maintaining the operational condition of firefighting, lifesaving and safety systems are identified

3.2

Procedures and supporting documentation for the routine maintenance of firefighting, lifesaving and safety systems are developed

3.3

Personnel roles and responsibilities are allocated and communicated

3.4

Checks are conducted in accordance with safety management system requirements

3.5

Non-compliances are identified and analysed

3.6

Appropriate responses to non-compliances are initiated according to safety management system requirements

3.7

Outcomes are recorded and reported according to regulatory and organisational requirements

4

Organise fire and abandon vessel drills

4.1

Fire and abandon vessel drills are planned and conducted according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures

4.2

Instruction is provided to others on organisational procedures and the correct use of firefighting and lifesaving equipment

4.3

Musters and drills are reviewed against objectives

4.4

Records are completed according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures

5

Manage emergencies

5.1

Initial actions on becoming aware of emergency are undertaken according to contingency plans and are appropriate to the urgency of the situation and the nature of the emergency

5.2

On-board personnel are given information and instructions clearly and accurately

5.3

Procedures are implemented to combat emergency and to protect persons on board

5.4

Communications are established with others to facilitate the emergency response process

5.5

Injured persons are provided with assistance

5.6

Contact is maintained with others at all times to keep them briefed on the emergency response process

5.7

Preparation for abandoning vessel is undertaken, if required

5.8

Cessation of emergency is communicated to appropriate personnel

6

Maintain operational safety

6.1

Environmental factors are continually monitored, assessed and reviewed to identify distinctive features and any change in characteristics that might indicate unusual or suspicious behaviour

6.2

Personal safety checks are made on a systematic and routine basis according to organisational procedures

6.3

Resources and equipment are organised in readiness for potential security risk situations

7

Respond to security risks

7.1

Security risk situations are accurately identified and assessed for degree of risk to self, others and vessel

7.2

Response is formulated and carried out according to security risk management plan

7.3

Safety and security of self, others and vessel is maximised through response initiative

7.4

Changing circumstances are monitored and responses are adjusted as required to maintain security

7.5

Relevant documentation is completed and securely maintained with due regard to confidentiality according to organisational procedures

Required Skills

Required Skills:

Apply procedures for monitoring fire detection and safety systems to ensure all alarms are detected promptly and acted upon according to established emergency procedures

Communicate using appropriate channels and communication codes and signals

Complete documentation and reporting requirements on matters related to the development of emergency and damage control plans

Determine response appropriate to security risk situation

Develop emergency procedures according to established plans for emergency situations

Identify and comply with security incident response procedures

Identify security risk factors and conduct risk assessment

Instruct personnel on procedures to be taken during emergency situations on board a vessel

Interpret and apply security and safety practices and regulations

Manage the handling of emergency situations on board a vessel

Maintain the operational condition of lifesaving, firefighting and other safety systems

Minimise hazards and risks to the safety of self and others

Organise fire drills and abandon ship drills

Prepare contingency plans for response to emergencies

Report emergency situations on board a vessel

Required Knowledge:

Actions to be taken to protect and safeguard all persons on board in emergencies

Actions to limit damage and save the vessel following fire, collision or grounding

Bomb threat and counter-terrorism procedures

Concept of reserve buoyancy and its relevance to damage control in vessels

Faults that can occur with fire detection, firefighting, lifesaving and safety equipment and systems and appropriate remedial action and solutions

Functions and use of lifesaving appliances

General principles of damage control and the manner in which the watertight integrity of the hull is maintained on a vessel

Importance of maintenance of fire detection, firefighting, lifesaving and safety equipment and systems and the potential consequences if the equipment or systems are not operational during an emergency

Lifesaving appliance regulations (International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea)

Methods and aids for fire prevention, detection and extinction

Methods for checking and replacing consumable materials in fire detection, firefighting, lifesaving and safety equipment and systems

Regulations related to security risk management

Regulatory requirements for emergency response plans

Regulatory requirements related to the maintenance of fire detection, firefighting, lifesaving and safety equipment and systems

Relevant AMSA Marine Orders and Notices, ISPS Code, and other relevant IMO Conventions and Codes

Safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions

Ship construction including damage control measures

Statutory requirements pertaining to damage control in vessels

Types of fire detection, firefighting, lifesaving and safety equipment and systems on board vessels and the procedures for their use

Ways of controlling damage during a flooding emergency

Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and work practices

Evidence Required

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:

providing the required amount of detail in reports

developing effective planning documents.

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 managing the safety and security of vessel crew and passengers can 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 managing the safety and security of vessel crew and passengers

direct observation of candidate applying all relevant WHS/OHS 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.


Range Statement

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.

Potential emergencies may include:

Accidents

Bomb threat

Collision

Fire or explosion

Flooding

Grounding

Loss of main engine or power

Loss of steering

Person overboard

Rescue and evacuation of injured persons

Scenes of crime

Damage scenarios may include:

Collision damage

Damage caused by cargo shift

Integrity of vessel hull

Information may include:

Documented instructions

Drills

Meetings

Notice boards

Pamphlets

Training sessions

Threat assessments may include:

Determining the potential of a threat to actually cause harm

Evaluating and discussing the likelihood of a threat being realised

Providing information about people and events that may pose a threat to the vessel

Exposure may include:

Measure of how open the vessel is to harm

Potential of the vessel to attract harm

Firefighting, lifesaving and safety systems may include:

Fire and smoke detectors and alarms

Fire and watertight doors

Fire hoses and extinguishers

Fire smothering systems

Flares and smoke floats

Lifeboats and life rafts

Life jackets and other flotation devices

Non-compliances may include:

Damaged components

Damaged equipment

Failure to conduct drills

Faulty components

Faulty equipment

Lapsed expiry dates

Levels of consumable materials

Quality of consumable materials

Initial actions may include:

Broadcasting appropriate distress or warning signals

Investigating the source of fire or smoke alarms

Calling crew and passengers to muster stations

Mustering appropriate resources

Others may include:

Organisational personnel

Search and rescue authorities

Vessels in the vicinity

Environmental factors may include:

Access to assistance and resources

Availability of opportunities for escape

Degrees of illumination in affected areas

Presence of sources of threat

Time of day

Weather

Resources and equipment may include:

Access to emergency services and specialist personnel

Back-up personnel

Communication equipment

Firefighting equipment

First aid kit

Personal protection equipment

Security equipment including electronic screening equipment, video cameras and monitors, alarms and signals

Security risk situations may include:

Breaches of law including criminal damage, offences against people, public order, misuse of drugs and alcohol

Emergencies

Hazards including physical, chemical, electrical, psychological, biological

Threats including bombs, sabotage, assassination

Responses may include:

Abandoning the vessel

Checking identification

Defusing the situation

Isolating area of potential risk

Isolating risk

Issuing verbal warnings

Notifying relevant emergency services organisations

Offering assistance

Providing first aid

Requesting support and assistance

Restraint of person

Tactical withdrawal

Using basic defensive techniques

Using negotiation techniques

Documentation may include:

Activity logs

Incident reports

Records of conversation

Request for assistance forms

Reports


Sectors

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.


Licensing Information

Not applicable.