Application
The unit has application in qualifications for Master (Unlimited), Watchkeeper (Deck), Master (Less than 500 |
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | |||
1 | Supervise the loading, stowage and unloading of general cargo | a | Instructions are given to crew and others involved in the cargo operations in accordance with the plan for loading, unloading or stowage of the cargo | |
b | Preparations for loading, stowage and unloading are monitored in accordance with procedures and stowage plan | |||
c | Compliance with relevant regulations, procedures and instructions pertaining to the type of cargo to be handled is checked prior to and during operations | |||
d | Techniques used for cargo calculations and handling are monitored to ensure their appropriateness according to the type of cargo to be loaded, stowed or unloaded | |||
e | Checks are made to ensure that cargo is correctly identified, inspected and confirmed against documentation prior to commencement of loading, unloading and stowage operations | |||
f | Loading, stowage and unloading operations are monitored against procedures and stowage plan for the type of cargo involved | |||
g | Communication is clear, concise and acknowledged at all times according to good cargo handling practice and regulations |
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | ||||
2 | Ensure compliance with safety and hazard control procedures | a | Safety and hazard control management plan for cargo operations is implemented as per company procedures and regulatory requirements | ||
b | Checks are made to ensure tests and inspections on cargo handling equipment are correctly conducted as per regulations and company procedures | ||||
c | Cargo handling hazards are identified and action is taken to minimise or eliminate risk to personnel, cargo, vessel and the environment | ||||
d | Safety and hazard minimisation procedures and regulations are maintained at all times during cargo handling operations | ||||
e | Where relevant, precautions and procedures necessary for gas freeing a tank and for the entry of personnel into a tank are supervised | ||||
f | Where relevant, procedures and precautions necessary for entry into a pump room or other confined spaces on a vessel are supervised | ||||
g | Action is taken in the event of a cargo handling incident or emergency to secure the cargo and the vessel and maintain the safety of the vessel and persons involved | ||||
h | In the event of a safety incident or emergency, a safety incident report and other required documentation on a safety incident is prepared and processed in accordance with company procedures | ||||
3 | Supervise ballast management operations | a | Checks are made to ensure ballast requirements of port authority are identified and interpreted | ||
b | Ballast management procedures are supervised in accordance with company procedures and port authority requirements | ||||
c | Ballast management problems are identified and necessary action taken to minimise risk to the environment | ||||
4 | Complete cargo handling documentation | a | Independent cargo surveyors are used in the loading, stowage and unloading of cargo in accordance with company procedures | ||
b | Correct log book entries are made relating to cargo handling operations and incidents | ||||
c | A letter of protest is used in any untoward incident relating to cargo operations and care | ||||
d | All cargo handling documentation is completed as per regulations |
Required Skills
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE | ||||||||
This describes the knowledge required for this unit. | ||||||||
1 | Relevant sections of applicable maritime regulations | |||||||
2 | Relevant OH&S and cargo handling legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures | |||||||
3 | Procedures and documentation required in the event of an incident during cargo handling operations | |||||||
4 | Methods for handling various types of cargo | |||||||
5 | Operational characteristics of different types of shipboard and terminal-based cargo handling equipment and facilities | |||||||
6 | Ways of restricting vessel's stress levels within permitted limits during loading/discharging of dry bulk cargoes | |||||||
7 | Typical cargo handling hazards and problems and appropriate preventative and remedial action and solutions | |||||||
8 | Effects of different types of cargo operations on vessel's trim and stability | |||||||
9 | Procedures for carrying out calculations involving weights, capacities, stowage factors, load densities, etc., including: | |||||||
a | calculating the maximum deadweight available to a vessel that needs to subsequently enter various seasonal load-line zones | |||||||
b | calculating the stresses on lifting gear used in cargo handling operations | |||||||
c | determining a vessel's displacement by draught survey | |||||||
d | determining the forces acting on equipment used to lash cargo | |||||||
e | calculating the longitudinal stresses acting on a vessel's hull using both manual and computer techniques | |||||||
10 | Effects on cargo handling of wind and weather | |||||||
11 | Ballast management issues and procedures | |||||||
12 | Typical types and sizes of shipping containers | |||||||
13 | Standard stowage position numbering systems used on container vessels | |||||||
14 | Factors that affect the reading of a vessel's draught | |||||||
15 | IMDG Code | |||||||
16 | Cargo handling communication techniques | |||||||
17 | Cargo handling documentation requirements, including documentation to limit claims on cargo carried | |||||||
TDMMA707B MONITOR THE LOADING, STOWAGE, SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO | ||||||||
REQUIRED SKILLS | ||||||||
This describes the basic skills required for this unit. | ||||||||
1 | Read and interpret and apply instructions, regulations, procedures and information relevant to the loading, stowage, security and unloading of cargo | |||||||
2 | Communicate effectively with others during the loading, stowage, security and unloading of cargo | |||||||
3 | Provide leadership to others on matters related the loading, stowage, security and unloading of cargo | |||||||
4 | Take appropriate initiatives related to the loading, stowage, security and unloading of cargo | |||||||
5 | Interpret and apply security and safety practices and regulations when monitoring the loading, stowage, security and unloading of cargo | |||||||
6 | Modify activities dependent on differing workplace contingencies, risk situations and environments | |||||||
7 | Identify and solve problems associated with the loading, stowage, security and unloading of cargo and take appropriate action based on available information | |||||||
8 | Monitor and anticipate problems and risks related to the loading, stowage, security and unloading of cargo, and take appropriate action | |||||||
9 | Adapt to differing types of vessels, port facilities, cargo and equipment | |||||||
10 | Monitor the use of equipment involved in the loading, stowage, security and unloading of cargo |
Evidence Required
TDMMA707B MONITOR THE LOADING, STOWAGE, SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO | |||||||
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, | |||||||
1 | Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to: | |||||
a | Monitor and supervise cargo handling operations: | ||||||
1 | in normal and emergency situations | ||||||
2 | in normal and adverse weather conditions | ||||||
3 | across a representative range of typical cargo handling contexts | ||||||
b | Ensure compliance with all required safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when overseeing the handling of cargo during loading/unloading and stowage operations | ||||||
c | Identify typical cargo handling problems and hazards and take appropriate action | ||||||
d | Communicate effectively with others during cargo handling operations | ||||||
2 | Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance | a | Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts | ||||
b | Consistently applies underpinning knowledge and skills when | ||||||
1 | monitoring and supervising cargo handling operations | ||||||
2 | identifying and evaluating cargo handling problems and determining appropriate courses of action | ||||||
3 | identifying and implementing improvements to cargo handling procedures | ||||||
4 | applying safety precautions relevant to cargo handling operations | ||||||
5 | assessing operational capability of cargo handling equipment | ||||||
c | Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including: | ||||||
1 | relevant maritime regulations | ||||||
2 | ISM Code and associated vessel's safety management system and procedures | ||||||
3 | OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures | ||||||
4 | standard operating procedures and work instructions | ||||||
5 | relevant manufacturer's guidelines relating to the use of machinery, including instructions on equipment capability and limitations |
TDMMA707B MONITOR THE LOADING, STOWAGE, SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO | |||||||
2 | Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance (continued) | 6 | security procedures | ||||
7 | following on-board housekeeping processes | ||||||
d | Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify accidents and safety incidents in accordance with statutory requirements and company procedures | ||||||
e | Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail | ||||||
f | Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions between crew and others | ||||||
3 | Context of assessment | a | Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations | ||||
b | Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation: | ||||||
1 | As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral examinations, and | ||||||
2 | Appropriate practical assessment must occur: | ||||||
i | at the registered training organisation; and/or | ||||||
ii | on an appropriate working or training vessel | ||||||
4 | Specificresourcesrequired for assessment | Access is required to opportunities to: | |||||
a | monitor and supervise suitably simulated cargo loading/unloading operations over an appropriate range of cargo handling situations, weather and operational conditions; and/or | ||||||
b | monitor and supervise the actual cargo loading/unloading operations of a vessel |
Range Statement
TDMMA707B MONITOR THE LOADING, STOWAGE, SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO | ||||||||
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. | ||||||||
VARIABLE | SCOPE | |||||||
1. GENERAL CONTEXT | ||||||||
a. | Work must be carried out: | 1 | in compliance with relevant maritime regulations. | |||||
b. | Work is performed: | 1 | relatively independently within broad operational requirements, with limited accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes. | |||||
c. | Work involves: | 1 | the monitoring and supervision of a significant range of cargo handling operations across a wide and often unpredictable variety of cargo types and operational contexts. Monitoring and overseeing the implementation of a broad plan or strategy for cargo handling operations and stowage is required. Defined accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the outcomes is involved. | |||||
d. | Work requires: | 1 | limited responsibility in the management of functions related to cargo handling operations and procedures. | |||||
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT | ||||||||
a | Cargo may be loaded or unloaded from: | 1 | any Australian or international commercial vessel | |||||
b | Cargo handling operations may be carried out: | 1 | by day or night in both normal and emergency situations | |||||
2 | under any permissible conditions of weather | |||||||
3 | at various shoreside loading and discharge terminals | |||||||
c | Types of cargo may include: | 1 | general cargo | |||||
2 | containers |
TDMMA707B MONITOR THE LOADING, STOWAGE, SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO | |||||||
VARIABLE | SCOPE | ||||||
c | Types of cargo may include: (continued) | 3 | various types of solid bulk materials | ||||
4 | various types of bulk liquids | ||||||
5 | special and abnormal cargo such as: | ||||||
i refrigerated cargo and containers | |||||||
ii pig iron, ingots and steel billets | |||||||
iii mineral concentrates | |||||||
iv extra heavy cargo | |||||||
d | Cargo handling equipment may include: | 1 | single swinging derricks | ||||
2 | union purchase derricks | ||||||
3 | shipboard cranes | ||||||
4 | terminal-based cranes | ||||||
5 | pumps, valves and hoses | ||||||
e | Cargo handling hazards may include: | 1 | faulty cargo handling equipment | ||||
2 | damaged cargo | ||||||
3 | cargo handling operations in poor weather or sea conditions | ||||||
4 | incorrectly stowed cargo | ||||||
5 | incorrectly lashed or secured cargo | ||||||
6 | using equipment beyond safe working limits | ||||||
7 | non-compliance with safe working procedures | ||||||
f | Documentation and recordsmay include: | 1 | ISM Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions | ||||
2 | cargo handling operational orders and instructions | ||||||
3 | relevant maritime regulations | ||||||
4 | vessel's log | ||||||
5 | vessel's 'Cargo Securing Manual' | ||||||
6 | vessel's Register of Materials Handling Equipment | ||||||
7 | vessel/shore safety checklist | ||||||
8 | company cargo handling procedures |
TDMMA707B MONITOR THE LOADING, STOWAGE, SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO | |||||
VARIABLE | SCOPE | ||||
f | Documentation and recordsmay include:(continued) | 9 | cargo handling equipment manufacturer's instructions and recommended procedures | ||
10 | instructions of relevant maritime authorities | ||||
11 | relevant Australian and international standards and regulatory requirements | ||||
g | Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include: | 1 | sections of IMO STCW 95 Convention and Code related to cargo handling, including the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code | ||
2 | relevant sections of AMSA Marine Orders | ||||
3 | relevant sections of State and Territory maritime regulations, NSCV and USL Code | ||||
4 | relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation | ||||
5 | International Grain Code | ||||
6 | Lumber load-line requirements and the Code of Safe Practice for Ships carrying Timber Deck Cargo |
Sectors
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
Not applicable.
Licensing Information
Licensing/legislative requirements | The unit is consistent with the relevant sections of STCW 95, Marine Orders, the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code and NSCV/USL Code. |