Application
The unit has applications in the qualification for a Master 5 and Skipper 3 as per relevant sections of Part D of the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV), i.e. Certificate III in Transport&Distribution (Coastal Maritime Operations - Master 5). |
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | ||
1 | Contribute to watchkeeping procedures | a | Effective communication between the master and watchkeepers is correctly maintained at all times on matters relevant to the safety of the vessel during watchkeeping duties |
b | Wheelhouse communications are clear and concise and advice or clarification is sought from or given to the master when watch information or instructions are not clearly understood | ||
c | A proper look-out is maintained at all times and in such a way as to conform to accepted principles, procedures and regulatory requirements | ||
d | Lights, shapes and sound signals conform with the requirements contained in the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea and are correctly recognised and acted upon | ||
e | The frequency and extent of monitoring of traffic, the vessel and the environment conform with established principles and procedures | ||
f | Internal and external communication systems are used in accordance with bridge procedures and manufacturer's instructions | ||
g | Precautions and procedures are followed to implement environmental protection measures | ||
h | Fatigue management strategies are correctly applied within the bridge management team |
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | |||
2 | Respond to potential emergency situations | a | Observations and emergency situations are promptly reported to the master and crew in accordance with procedures | |
b | Distress signals are recognised and reported and appropriate watchkeeping action is taken in accordance with established procedures | |||
Required Skills
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE | ||
This describes the knowledge required for this unit. | ||
1 | Relevant sections of State and Territory marine regulations, NSCV and USL Code | |
2 | Wheelhouse procedures on board a vessel | |
3 | Functions and responsibilities of the members of a wheelhouse team on board a vessel | |
4 | Procedures for the relief, maintenance and handover of a watch | |
5 | Procedures for the use of internal communications and alarm systems | |
6 | Factors that can affect watchkeeping functions | |
7 | Causes of groundings, collisions and casualties when on board a vessel | |
8 | Navigational hazards and implications for watchkeeping | |
9 | Typical watchkeeping problems and emergency situations and appropriate action and solutions | |
10 | Bridge instrumentation, controls and alarms relevant to the functions of a watchkeeper | |
11 | Functions of machinery space controls, alarms and indicators | |
12 | Rudder and propeller controls | |
13 | Automated steering systems and relationship to vessel manoeuvring characteristics | |
14 | Signs of fatigue and fatigue management principles and techniques | |
15 | Basic environmental protection measures | |
16 | Maritime communication techniques on board a vessel |
REQUIRED SKILLS | |
This describes the basic skills required for this unit. | |
1 | Communicate effectively with others on watchkeeping issues, arrangements and requirements |
2 | Read, interpret and apply instructions, procedures and information relevant to the role and responsibilities of a watchkeeper |
3 | Select and use appropriate internal and external communications equipment during watchkeeping duties |
4 | Work as a member of the wheelhouse team during watchkeeping duties |
5 | Take appropriate initiatives related to the protection of the environment during watchkeeping duties |
6 | Interpret and apply practices during watchkeeping duties |
7 | Modify activities dependent on differing vessel contingencies, risk situations and environments |
8 | Identify and solve problems that may arise during watchkeeping duties, report problems and issues, and take appropriate action based on available information |
9 | Monitor and anticipate hazards and risks that may arise during watchkeeping duties and take appropriate action |
10 | Adapt to differences in vessels, bridge equipment and watchkeeping procedures |
11 | Select and operate bridge equipment as required in the course of watchkeeping functions |
Evidence Required
TDMMF4707B CONTRIBUTE TO MAINTAINING A SAFE WATCH ON A DOMESTIC VESSEL | ||||||
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 | Contribute to watchkeeping arrangements and procedures | |||||
b | Fulfil responsibilities of watchkeeper during a watch | |||||
c | Report observations and other emergency situations arising during a watch | |||||
d | Communicate effectively with others in the course of watchkeeping duties | |||||
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 | carrying out watchkeeping duties | |||||
2 | identifying watchkeeping problems and reporting them to the master and/or watchkeepers | |||||
3 | applying safety precautions relevant to the role of watchkeeper | |||||
4 | reporting observations and other potentially dangerous situations to the master and/or other watchkeepers | |||||
5 | communicating effectively with the master and other watchkeepers in matters relevant to watchkeeping duties | |||||
c | Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including: | |||||
1 | vessel's safety management system and procedures | |||||
2 | OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures | |||||
3 | job procedures and work instructions | |||||
4 | relevant guidelines relating to the role of watchkeeper on board a vessel | |||||
5 | bridge housekeeping processes | |||||
d | Action is taken promptly to report watchkeeping incidents in accordance with established 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 among crew and others |
TDMMF4707B CONTRIBUTE TO MAINTAINING A SAFE WATCH ON A DOMESTIC VESSEL | ||||||||
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 | demonstrate the ability to contribute to a safe watch in range of suitably simulated of watchkeeping situations relevant to the role of a watchkeeper on a small commercial vessel; and/or | |||||||
b | contribute to maintaining a safe watch as a watchkeeper on a small commercial vessel in an appropriate range of situations and weather and sea conditions |
Range Statement
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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 the relevant sections of State and Territory marine regulations, NSCV and USL Code | |||||
b. | Work is performed: | 1 | as a watchkeeper on a small domestic vessel in accordance with defined operational requirements, with some accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes | |||||
c. | Work involves: | 1 | the application of look-out and observation techniques across a variety of operational contexts | |||||
d. | Work requires: | 1 | the following of operational orders and instructions for watchkeeping on a vessel | |||||
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT | ||||||||
a | Vessel is restricted to: | 1 | an Australian domestic vessel of less than 80 | |||||
b | Watchkeeping arrangements and procedures may be implemented: | 1 | by day or night in both normal and emergency situations | |||||
2 | under any possible conditions of weather and loading | |||||||
3 | while underway | |||||||
4 | during berthing and unberthing operations | |||||||
5 | while anchoring or mooring | |||||||
6 | while in port | |||||||
7 | while berthed, moored or at anchor | |||||||
c | Watchkeeping principles include: | 1 | maintenance of proper lookout at all times | |||||
2 | management of the steering and heading of the vessel | |||||||
3 | adherence to the international regulations for the Prevention of Collision at Sea |
TDMMF4707B CONTRIBUTE TO MAINTAINING A SAFE WATCH ON A DOMESTIC VESSEL | ||||||||
VARIABLE | SCOPE | |||||||
c | Watchkeeping principles include: (continued) | 4 | taking all necessary precautions to avoid pollution of the marine environment | |||||
5 | ensuring that appropriate assistance is available to be summoned to the bridge if required by a change in the vessel's situation | |||||||
6 | regular position monitoring and maintenance of navigational safety | |||||||
7 | monitoring radio reception | |||||||
d | Fatigue management strategies may include: | 1 | recognition of symptoms of fatigue | |||||
2 | arranging to take a break when symptoms of fatigue are identified | |||||||
3 | maintenance of personal fitness and health | |||||||
4 | appropriate dietary habits | |||||||
5 | following policy concerning alcohol/drug use prior to watchkeeping duties | |||||||
e | Emergencies may include: | 1 | fire | |||||
2 | stranding | |||||||
3 | collision | |||||||
4 | heavy weather, including cyclones | |||||||
5 | synchronous rolling | |||||||
6 | reception of a distress signal | |||||||
7 | failure of bridge equipment, steering equipment, navigational lights | |||||||
8 | loss of main engines or propulsion controls | |||||||
9 | person overboard | |||||||
10 | fog and restricted visibility | |||||||
11 | cargo shift | |||||||
12 | retrieval of survivors from the water | |||||||
13 | loss of watertight integrity | |||||||
14 | intoxicated persons on board a vessel | |||||||
15 | dragging anchor | |||||||
16 | fouled hawse | |||||||
17 | loss of mooring lines or winches when berthing | |||||||
18 | entry into confined spaces | |||||||
19 | personnel working aloft or overside | |||||||
20 | sudden list or loll |
TDMMF4707B CONTRIBUTE TO MAINTAINING A SAFE WATCH ON A DOMESTIC VESSEL | |||||
VARIABLE | SCOPE | ||||
f | Documentation and recordsmay include: | 1 | safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions | ||
2 | orders and instructions of the officer on watch | ||||
3 | procedures for reporting emergencies and observations to the master | ||||
4 | instructions of relevant State and Territory maritime authorities | ||||
5 | relevant Australian standards | ||||
g | Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include: | 1 | relevant sections of State and Territory marine regulations, NSCV and USL Code | ||
2 | regulations for preventing collisions at sea | ||||
3 | relevant Commonwealth, State and Territory Marine and OH&S legislation |
Sectors
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
Not applicable.
Licensing Information
Licensing/legislative requirements | The unit is consistent with the relevant sections of State and Territory maritime regulations and NSCV/USL Code. |