ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Plan and prepare for deck operations

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity, including safe working practices

1.2. Obtain, confirm and apply work instructions for the allocated task in compliance with statutory requirements

1.3. Identify, manage and report all potential hazards

1.4. Resolve coordination requirements with others at the site prior to commencing and during work activities and ensure briefings/handover details are read/passed on

1.5. Confirm availability and status of necessary permits to work in accordance with operational requirements

1.6. Confirm availability of necessary auxiliary utilities in accordance with operational requirements

2. Carry out deck operations

2.1. Carry out deck operations safely according to operational requirements

2.2. Identify faults and take appropriate remedial action within functional responsibility

2.3. Deal with spillages

2.4. Conform to safe working practices

3. Assist drill crew as directed

3.1. Place and tier tubulars in appropriate racks

3.2. Measure and label tubulars and record details as required

3.3. Operate air tugger winches as directed

3.4. Assist with positioning BOP over moonpool

3.5. Assists crane operator in supplying marine riser and running tools to the drill floor

4. Operate pneumatic and electric power tools

4.1. Wear appropriate protective clothing and equipment

4.2. Operate pneumatic and electric power tools in accordance with company and manufacturer's specifications

5. Provide labour for loading and discharge of helicopters as directed

5.1. Use approved safety approach sectors for access to and from the aircraft

5.2. Fuel aircraft under the direction of the aircraft captain and using approved fuelling procedures

5.3. Lift/move baggage and cargo between rig and helicopter using correct lifting techniques

6. Provide labour for making up drilling mud

6.1. Read, interpret and apply mud materials safety data sheet

6.2. Wear correct protective clothing and equipment in accordance with company requirements

6.3. Apply correct lifting techniques for handling of sack material

7. Carry out post-job operations

7.1. Confirm equipment is clean and ready for re-use according to operational requirements

7.2. Store equipment safely and securely in the designated location according to operational requirements

7.3. Identify faults in the equipment and take appropriate remedial action within functional responsibility

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following, as required to carry out deck operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for carrying out deck operations

carry out duties of a crane chaser/dogger according to company and statutory requirements

select and fit correct stinger/slings appropriate for crane load

effect the transfer of personnel by crane

place, measure, label and record details of tubulars

operate power tools

wear appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment during operation of power tools

assist in running/recovery of bop stack

operate air tugger winch correctly

assist in supply of marine riser and equipment to drill floor

assist in loading/discharge and fuelling of helicopter

use safety equipment, including fire protection, First Aid and vessel entry equipment

assist derrickman in making up drilling mud

identify and report faults

communicate and report in accordance with company and statutory requirements, using standard communication methods, including:

2-way radio

hand signals

telephone

public address system

written work instructions

read and interpret standard operating procedures, work instructions and data sheets

apply correct lifting techniques

fuel aircraft under direction and in accordance with approved fuelling procedures

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following, as required to carry out deck operations:

deck operations

company and statutory safety guidelines, procedures and practices

safe operating procedures

equipment operations

reporting procedures

reasons for identification and care of samples including storage and transport

occupational health, safety and environment requirements and procedures

use of materials safety data sheet (MSDS)

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for carrying out deck operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of deck operations

working with others to undertake and complete the carrying out of deck operations that meets all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of deck operations that safely, effectively and efficiently meets the required outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate requirement, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes

consistent achievement of required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete the carrying out of deck operations

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

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. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Relevant compliance documentation may include:

legislative, organisational and site requirements and procedures

safe working practices

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

code of practice

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Work instructions may come from briefings, handovers, plans and work orders and may be written or verbal, formal or informal and may include:

nature and scope of tasks

specifications

quality of finished works

achieved targets

operational conditions

obtaining of required permits

site layout

out of bounds areas

worksite inspection requirements

lighting conditions

plant of equipment defects

coordination requirements or issues

contamination control requirements

environmental control requirements

barricade and signage requirements

Statutory requirements may include:

Petroleum Submerged Lands Act (PSLA)

duty of care

petroleum regulations

Hazards may include:

working in proximity to drilling rig

working in different conditions, including:

sun, rain, wind, storms

hot and cold

calm to severe weather conditions

24 hour operation

Coordination requirements may include:

other equipment operators

maintenance personnel

supervisors

site personnel

Briefings/handover details may include:

safety briefing/induction

pre-tour safety meeting

weekly safety meetings

Job Safety Analysis (JSA)

agreed procedures may include:

company

facility

client

permit to work

Remedial action may include:

report

rectify

record

Spillages may include:

hazardous

non-hazardous

Equipment maintenance and preparation may include:

chipping and painting

cleaning

lubricating

basic maintenance

equipment handling