This unit of competency involves the skills and knowledge required to act as a member of a crew of a floodboat on inland waterways in low risk water environments, including in times of flood. Floodboat operations may be conducted in urban or rural environments but does not include offshore operations.

Floodboat operators are expected to act as either the operator of the boat or as a member of the crew. A minimum of two operators is required on a floodboat, one person will be in charge of the floodboat.

Requirements for the operation of the floodboat and crew tasks will be determined by the nature of the incident and/or operation, legislative requirements, emergency management plans, organisational policies and procedures and incident context. Typical operations may include evacuations, transport, searches, rescues and resupply operations.

The unit applies to emergency services personnel, marine operators and waterways management organisations, and marine rescue organisations.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Prepare for floodboat operation

1.1

Operational and task information is obtained

1.2

Operational and task information is used to determine response and equipment requirements

1.3

Equipment is checked for serviceability and is stowed for road transportation to prevent loss or damage

1.4

Pre-launch checks are conducted, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

1.5

Personal protective clothing and equipment is selected and worn, as appropriate

2

Operate floodboat

2.1

Hazard identification, risk assessment and control measures are undertaken, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2.2

Vessel is launched safely, in accordance with organisational procedures

2.3

Pre-start checks are conducted, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

2.4

Start up procedures are followed, in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and manufacturers' guidelines

2.5

Vessel is correctly boarded, loaded and trimmed for safety

2.6

Vessel is operated applying appropriate techniques

2.7

Emergency drills are conducted, as required

2.8

Lookout procedures are conducted, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

3

Undertake floodboat tasks

3.1

Floodboat search procedures are conducted, in accordance with organisational procedures and standards

3.2

Cargo is transported safely and efficiently

3.3

People or objects in the water are recovered safely and efficiently

3.4

Bodies are recovered using appropriate equipment and tools, in accordance with organisational procedures, to meet coronial requirements

4

Recover and restore floodboat

4.1

Vessel is recovered

4.2

Vessel and associated equipment are stored, cleaned and serviced, in accordance with organisational procedures and manufacturers' guidelines

4.3

Signs and symptoms of operational stress in self and others is recognised and reported to relevant personnel

4.4

Debriefing requirements are contributed to, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

4.5

Operational documentation is completed, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

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

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

Non-essential conditions may be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

emergency drills must include

abandon ship

break down

capsize

distress

emergency stop

fire

manoeuvring without motor

person overboard

towing

State/Territory Emergency Services

SES Sector