Application
This unit of competency defines the skills and knowledge required to conduct basic checks on the operational condition of engine and sail powered recreational vessels in or out of the water and relates to workplaces in which vessels are built, repaired, stored, sold and transported.
The scope of the unit is limited to identifying and reporting that a vessel is not of its 'normal' appearance at rest on its mooring or berth, or after being brought out of the water and includes basic operational checks similar to those routinely performed by machinery or vehicle operators.
This unit does not include an assessment of seaworthiness or durability but it does cover watertight integrity and the information would be reported to a supervisor or manager who would determine any further action.
Where operational checking of sails and sails systems is required unit MEM50007 Check operational capability of sails and sail operating equipment should also be selected.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Band: E
Unit Weight: 0
Elements and Performance Criteria
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. | ||
1 | Inspect hull, fittings and safety equipment | 1.1 | Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) |
1.2 | Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times | ||
1.3 | Inspect hull bungs and sea cocks for security and integrity | ||
1.4 | Check hull condition for holes, cracks and deterioration, and extent of marine growth | ||
1.5 | Check fittings and mountings for security and excessive corrosion | ||
1.6 | Complete reports of hull and fitting condition on approved workplace documentation and/or report verbally | ||
1.7 | Check vessel safety equipment availability against identified requirements and determine condition and report, as required | ||
2 | Check operating systems | 2.1 | Check propulsion, electrical power (including battery), steering, cable and line handling and domestic systems for correct fluid levels, fuel state, lubrication, and visually check for mechanical condition and leaks |
2.2 | Check communication equipment for operational status | ||
3 | Inspect cabin and domestic systems | 3.1 | Inspect cabin fittings for security and integrity |
3.2 | Check cabin and fittings for holes, cracks and deterioration | ||
3.3 | Check fittings and mountings for security and condition | ||
3.4 | Operate domestic systems to ensure serviceability | ||
3.5 | Complete reports of cabin and fittings condition on approved workplace documentation and/or report verbally | ||
Foundation Skills
This section describes those required skills (reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy) that are essential to workplace performance in this unit of competency.
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Range Statement
This field allows for 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. | |
Hull and fittings include the following: | surface finish and general condition of the hull inside and out as well as any fittings both above and below the water line where visible |
Safety equipment includes one (1) or more of the following: | flotation devices communication systems including lights flares pumps and bailers anchor halyards and chains emergency position-indicating radio beacons (EPIRBs) fire extinguishers torches lifelines |
Operating systems include the following: | mechanical propulsion systems communication systems steering systems pumping systems winches and cable handling equipment ultra low voltage electrical systems operating at 12 or 24 volts d.c. |
Domestic systems include one (1) or more of the following: | water supply and heating air conditioning and heating lighting cooking refrigeration sewage and sullage entertainment systems |
Competency Field
Boating services