Application
This unit applies to people who assist marine surveyors or who undertake administration duties in the maritime industry and/or marine surveying sector.
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 | Scope framework for marine surveys | 1.1 | International and national authorities that govern the maritime industry are identified |
1.2 | Standards, legislation and regulations applicable to marine surveyor and marine surveying tasks for commercial vessels are identified and accessed | ||
1.3 | Standards, legislation and regulations applicable to marine environment protection and its relation to marine surveys and inspections are identified and accessed | ||
1.4 | Range of clients and stakeholders who would require marine surveyor and/or inspector services are identified | ||
1.5 | Legal standing of marine survey report is explained | ||
1.6 | Legal and/or financial implications for inaccurate reporting of marine survey are explained | ||
2 | Clarify areas of responsibility for marine surveyors | 2.1 | Range of services provided by marine surveyors is outlined |
2.2 | International and national conventions, laws and codes of practice that govern and regulate marine surveys of commercial vessels are identified | ||
2.3 | Behavioural characteristics, ethics and personal conduct required of a marine surveyor are explained | ||
3 | Determine requirements for conducting commercial vessel survey | 3.1 | Different types of marine surveyors and their roles are accurately defined |
3.2 | Terms ‘survey’ and ‘audit’ are accurately explained in relation to commercial vessel survey | ||
3.3 | Purpose and range of commercial vessels surveys is accurately outlined | ||
4 | Scope survey process under supervision | 4.1 | Objectives, principal work activities, costs and constraints are identified and explained |
4.2 | Relevant standards, legislation and regulations are defined in relation to conducting commercial vessel marine surveys | ||
4.3 | Procedures and processes for collecting information when conducting a survey are outlined | ||
4.4 | Importance of communicating with others is explained and implemented | ||
4.5 | Tools and equipment required to conduct a range of different marine surveys are identified | ||
4.6 | Relevant survey and supporting documents related to type of survey are identified and accessed | ||
4.7 | Process of gathering relevant information through observation is outlined | ||
4.8 | Importance of accurate recording of information and events during and after a survey is explained | ||
4.9 | Requirements for use of verified factual information when making recommendations are identified | ||
5 | Identify scope of surveyor behavioural conduct and ethics | 5.1 | Behavioural characteristics and personal conduct required of a marine surveyor are outlined |
5.2 | Conflicts of interest and other vested interests that would affect survey outcome and/or report are identified and resolved with surveyor | ||
5.3 | Strategies to deal effectively with conflicts of interest are applied | ||
5.4 | Risks related to possible confrontations and need for effective risk management techniques are identified and discussed with surveyor | ||
6 | Outline requirements of an effective survey report | 6.1 | Appropriate formats for a range of different survey reports are identified |
6.2 | Means of presenting survey report to a range of stakeholders are explained | ||
6.3 | Reports are reviewed by relevant personnel and achievement of document objectives and requirements are outlined | ||
6.4 | Security of information and privacy requirements are identified |
Required Skills
Required Skills: |
Access current legislation, marine orders, standards and information relevant to marine surveying sector |
Accurately complete relevant documentation and reports within own scope of responsibility |
Accurately operate technical and electronic equipment |
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing |
Develop a rapport with colleagues and people external to the organisation |
Identify and apply appropriate conduct and ethical behaviour |
Resolve conflict |
Use a range of communication techniques such as establishing rapport, listening, probing, reflecting, negotiation, conflict resolution |
Work under supervision of a marine surveyor |
Required Knowledge: |
Domestic commercial vessel operations |
Effective listening and communication techniques |
Equal employment opportunity, equity and diversity principles |
Government legislation and regulations relating to: accepted codes of behaviour/codes of practice combined Uniform Shipping Laws (USL) Code and National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) environmental protection load lines Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL) and safety of life at sea (SOLAS) and how they apply to survey tasks work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) |
IMO Conventions and Codes, including Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) Marine Orders and how they apply to survey purpose |
Industry specific codes of conduct and ethics |
Legal requirements relating to recording, security and privacy of information |
Organisational policies and guidelines relating to interviews and information gathering prior to and during the survey |
Range of different survey types for commercial vessels |
Reporting requirements including appropriate format and content |
Risks related to marine surveying tasks |
Role of surveyor |
Statutory survey schedules |
Tools required for different survey types |
WHS/OHS requirements and safe 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: ensuring currency of relevant legislative and regulatory knowledge effectively liaising with internal and external authorities and/or agencies. |
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 working in the marine surveying sector 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 working in the marine surveying sector 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. |
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. | |
Authorities may include: | AMSA and their delegates Workplace and or industry health and safety committees |
Standards may include: | National Standard for the Administration of Marine Safety (NSAMS) NSCV/USL Code WHS/OHS standards |
Legislation may include: | Government legislation and regulations relating to: environmental protection maritime international legislation/codes of behaviour Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law Navigation Act WHS/OHS legislation, regulations, codes of practice |
Commercial vessels may include: | Vessels identified as commercial vessels in national law |
Clients and stakeholders may include: | Classification societies Environmental agencies/authorities Government bodies Insurers and financiers Lawyers Owners and operators of vessels and/or charters Port authorities Salvage associations |
International and national conventions, laws and codes of practice may include: | International convention: collision regulations load lines maritime labour convention (MLC) MARPOL SOLAS Standards of Training, Certification & Watchkeeping (STCW) Relevant maritime legislation and regulations Relevant WHS/OHS legislation and policies |
Types of marine surveyors may include: | Classification society (class) Government (statutory) Independent (private) Insurance company |
Purpose may include: | Damage or accident, survey or investigation assistance Fitness of vessel and/or crew for its purpose MLC Vessel related surveys for: compass adjustment radio surveys hull/machinery/safety equipment load line |
Costs may include: | Associated costs such as travel, accommodation Conducting the survey Preparation time for the survey Writing the survey |
Constraints may include: | Geographical Inclement weather Legal Timeframes WHS/OHS risks |
Processes for collecting information may include: | Gathering relevant facts Maintaining case files Observing Obtaining linear measurement Reviewing supporting documentation Sampling Specimen collection Taking photographs |
Communicating may include: | Active listening Constructive feedback Control of tone of voice Questioning to clarify and confirm understanding Using language and concepts appropriate to the individual Using open and enquiring questions Using positive, confident and cooperative language Verbal and non-verbal language |
Tools and equipment may include: | Business technology, internet connection, sounding tapes Communication equipment Drill, hammer/welder’s hammer, draft survey hydrometer, screw driver Entry authority Hydrometer, thermometers, scraper Labels, plastic sampling bags, sampling equipment Mirror, small mallet Notebook Personal protective equipment (respirators, gloves, overalls, boots, hearing protection, goggles, masks) Recording equipment, Dictaphone, camera, mobile phone, pocket calculator Satellite imagery, photographs Storage equipment/facilities Tape measure/measuring wheel |
Survey documents may include: | Checklists Guidelines Relevant legislation and extracts from standards |
Supporting documents may include: | Case files/incident reports Certificates of survey, operation, registration Commercial documentation Deck and engine logs Forms (such as application forms, notification forms) Nautical charts and publications Notices (such as seizure notice, infringement notice) Operating manuals and owner instructions Plans Previous surveys Safety management system Ship log books and other recordkeeping instruments Vessel stability book Voyage details, stow plans and manifest |
Relevant personnel may include: | Crew Manager of private survey company Owners or owner representatives of vessels and/or charters Port authorities Representatives of: classification societies government law firm protection and indemnity clubs Salvage associations Stevedores Work colleagues |
Sectors
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Licensing Information
Not applicable.