Application
The unit covers competency requirements for personnel who may be required to work in confined spaces on a vessel, including Master (Unlimited), Watchkeeper (Deck), Master (Less than 500 |
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | |||
1 | Obtain permission to enter a confined space on a vessel | a | Permission to enter and work in a confined space is sought from authorised personnel on the vessel in accordance with regulatory requirements and Australian Standard AS2865 | |
b | Permit for the entry into a confined space is completed and submitted for approval to the Master or other designated person as per regulatory requirements and Australian Standard AS2865 | |||
c | Dependent on the type of work to be conducted other required permit(s) to work are submitted to the master or other designated person for approval |
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | |||
2 | Prepare to enter a confined space on a vessel | a | An appropriate plan is prepared for the completion of the work activity in the confined space, including an associated emergency rescue plan | |
b | Confined space is isolated as per regulatory requirements and Australian Standard AS2865 | |||
c | Checks are made to confirm that all permit conditions and requirements have been fulfilled | |||
d | Appropriate tests are arranged to be carried out on the atmosphere in the confined space by designated personnel using necessary testing equipment and procedures | |||
e | Space is ventilated as per regulatory requirements and Australian Standard AS2865 | |||
f | Hazards and risks associated with the confined space are identified and suitable risk-management strategies are established | |||
g | Suitable personal protective equipment is obtained and prepared for use | |||
h | Checks are made to ensure that the entry point and work area within the confined space are suitably illuminated to required standards | |||
i | Standby persons are arranged to be in attendance as per regulatory requirements and Australian Standard AS2865 | |||
j | Communication system to be used while in the confined space is established with relevant personnel | |||
k | Access arrangements are checked to establish an appropriate strategy for the recovery of injured and unconscious persons in the event of an emergency or accident | |||
l | Procedures for entering and exiting the confined space are established in collaboration with other crew who may be involved as well as all standby and authorised personnel | |||
m | All required emergency and rescue arrangements are organised to be in place as per regulatory requirements and Australian Standard AS2865 | |||
3 | Enter and workin a confined space on a vessel | a | Plan for entering and working in the confined space is closely followed during work activities, including the use of agreed communication arrangements | |
b | All required personal protective equipment and other safety equipment is selected and used in accordance with regulatory requirements throughout work activities in the confined space | |||
c | Atmosphere and other hazards within the confined space are continuously monitored using established processes |
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3 | Enter and workin a confined space on a vessel (continued) | d | All persons involved and all equipment used is accounted for during and after the work activity in the confined space | ||
e | Entry point to the confined space is secured after entry as per regulatory requirements and Australian Standard AS2865 | ||||
4 | Take appropriate action during an emergency while in a confined space on a vessel | a | Planned and rehearsed emergency and rescue procedures are followed in the event of an accident or other emergency while in an enclosed space | ||
b | Shipboard and shoreside emergency services personnel are alerted in the event of an emergency as per regulatory requirements and Australian Standard AS2865 |
Required Skills
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE | ||
This describes the knowledge required for this unit. | ||
1 | Relevant maritime regulations applicable to the entry of shipboard personnel into a confined space on a vessel | |
2 | Australian Standard AS2865 Safe working in a confined space (as it relates to maritime vessels) | |
3 | Hazards and related risk management strategies for the entry of shipboard personnel into a confined space on a vessel, including but not limited to: | |
a | oxygen deficiency or excess | |
b | toxic liquids, solids, vapours, gases and dusts | |
c | flammable or explosive liquids, vapours, gases and dusts | |
d | harmful non-toxic or non-explosive dusts | |
e | external hazards connected to or adjacent to the space | |
f | restricted access and movement making escape and rescue difficult | |
g | poor visibility and lighting | |
h | slippery conditions that may result in injury from falls | |
i | corroded or otherwise damaged ladders and landings | |
j | engulfment by 'fluid' cargo such as grain | |
k | atmospheric conditions such as high temperature and humidity that cause fatigue | |
4 | Procedures for first aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation in the event of an emergency in a confined space on a vessel | |
5 | Characteristics and requirements of tools and equipment suitable for use in the hazardous environment of a confined space on a vessel | |
6 | Special procedures and permit requirements for particular types of work in confined spaces on a vessel such as hot work, painting, cleaning, working at heights, etc. | |
7 | Emergency entry and exit procedures | |
8 | Procedures for the use of safety and personal protective equipment | |
9 | The role of standby personnel while a person enters and works in a confined space on a vessel | |
10 | Communication techniques used when entering and working in a confined space on a vessel |
REQUIRED SKILLS | |
This describes the basic skills required for this unit. | |
1 | Use basic verbal communication skills required when entering and working in a confined space on a vessel |
2 | Read and interpret regulations, Australian Standard AS2865 and permit requirements, instructions and procedures for the entry of shipboard personnel into a confined space on a vessel |
3 | Work safely and collaboratively with others when entering and working in a confined space on a vessel |
4 | Select and use safety and personal protective equipment |
5 | Recognise risks and hazards that may occur when entering and working in a confined space on a vessel and take appropriate action as per Australian Standard AS2865 |
6 | Complete required documents related to entry into a confined space on a vessel |
7 | Adapt to any changes in conditions and hazards in a confined space |
8 | Use emergency and safety equipment as per operating instructions |
9 | Recognise faulty emergency, safety and personal protective equipment and take appropriate action |
Evidence Required
TDMMF5907A WORK SAFELY IN ENCLOSED SPACES ON A 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 | Obtain permission to enter a confined space on a vessel, including completing required permits to work | |||||
b | Prepare to enter a confined space on a vessel | |||||
c | Safely enter and work in a confined space on a vessel | |||||
d | Continuously monitor and check conditions and hazards when working in a confined space on a vessel | |||||
e | Follow procedures as detailed in AS 2865 Safe working in a confined space for the use of various safety, personal protective and emergency equipment when entering and working in a confined space on a vessel | |||||
f | Take appropriate action during an emergency while in a confined space on a vessel | |||||
g | Communicate effectively with others when working in a confined space on a vessel and during emergencies | |||||
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 | obtaining permission to enter a confined space on a vessel | |||||
2 | preparing to enter a confined space on a vessel | |||||
3 | safely entering and working in a confined space on a vessel | |||||
4 | continuously monitoring and checking conditions and hazards when working in a confined space on a vessel | |||||
5 | using various safety, personal protective and emergency equipment when entering and working in a confined space on a vessel | |||||
6 | taking appropriate action during an emergency while in a confined space on a vessel | |||||
7 | communicating effectively with others when working in a confined space on a vessel and during emergencies | |||||
c | Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including: | |||||
1 | relevant maritime regulations and standards |
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2 | Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance (continued) | 2 | OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures | ||||
3 | AS 2865 Safe working in a confined space | ||||||
4 | shipboard safety management system and procedures | ||||||
d | Action is taken promptly to identify, report and/or rectify hazards and emergency situations when working in a confined space on a vessel 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 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 | ||||||
4Specific resources required for assessment | Access is required to opportunities to: | ||||||
a | participate in a range of role plays, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to follow regulations, Australian Standard AS2865, and operational and emergency procedures when working in a confined space on a vessel; and/or | ||||||
b | follow regulations, Australian Standard AS2865, and operational and emergency procedures during real operations and simulated emergency situations when working in a confined space on an operational vessel |
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 maritime regulations and standards applicable to entry and work in a confined space on a vessel | |||||
b. | Work is performed: | 1 | in a team environment with a standby person and some accountability for the safety of self and others | |||||
c. | Work involves: | 1 | involves the application of established safe working and hazard control practices and procedures as defined in Australian Standard AS 2865 across a variety of normal and emergency situations when entering and working in a confined space on a vessel | |||||
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT | ||||||||
a | Vessel may include: | 1 | any Australian or international commercial vessel | |||||
b | Safe working practices and hazard control strategies when entering a confined space must be applied: | 1 | by day or night in both normal and emergency situations | |||||
2 | under any permissible conditions of weather and loading | |||||||
3 | while underway | |||||||
4 | during berthing and unberthing operations | |||||||
5 | while anchoring or mooring | |||||||
6 | When berthed, moored or anchored | |||||||
7 | when slipped or in dry dock | |||||||
8 | when bunkering | |||||||
6 | during cargo, fishing or passenger operations. | |||||||
7 | when refuelling operations | |||||||
8 | during cargo handling operations |
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VARIABLE | SCOPE | |||||||
c | Types of activities when working in a confined space on a vessel may include: | 1 | hot work | |||||
2 | painting | |||||||
3 | survey | |||||||
4 | maintenance | |||||||
5 | cleaning | |||||||
6 | testing residuals | |||||||
7 | working at heights | |||||||
8 | working on ladders | |||||||
d | Hazards may include: | 1 | oxygen deficiency or excess | |||||
2 | toxic liquids, solids, vapours, gases and dusts | |||||||
3 | flammable or explosive liquids, vapours, gases and dusts | |||||||
4 | harmful non-toxic or non-explosive dusts | |||||||
5 | external hazards connected to or adjacent to the space | |||||||
6 | restricted access and movement making escape and rescue difficult | |||||||
7 | poor visibility and lighting | |||||||
8 | slippery conditions that may result in injury from falls | |||||||
9 | corroded or otherwise damaged ladders and landings | |||||||
10 | engulfment by 'fluid' cargo such as grain | |||||||
11 | atmospheric conditions such as high temperature and humidity that cause fatigue | |||||||
12 | electrical wiring and systems | |||||||
13 | hot pipes and valves (steam, fuel oil, lubricating oil) | |||||||
14 | cold pipes and valves (refrigeration and liquefied gas cargoes) | |||||||
15 | working at heights | |||||||
e | Emergencies when working in a confined space on a vessel may include: | 1 | collapse or injury while in confined space | |||||
2 | fire | |||||||
3 | explosion |
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VARIABLE | SCOPE | ||||
f | Personal protective equipment may include: | 1 | eye and face protection | ||
2 | head protection such as helmets | ||||
3 | foot protection such as boots | ||||
4 | body protection such as gloves and full coverage protective clothing | ||||
5 | hearing protection | ||||
6 | respiratory protective equipment | ||||
7 | hand protection | ||||
8 | communications equipment | ||||
9 | safety harness, safety line and rescue line | ||||
g | Personnel who may be involved when working ina confined space include: | 1 | master or other designated person in authority | ||
2 | standby person(s) | ||||
3 | other members of the work team | ||||
4 | shipboard emergency personnel | ||||
5 | shoreside emergency personnel | ||||
h | Hazard identification may include activities associated with: | 1 | testing of the atmosphere in a confined space before work, entering and during work | ||
2 | continuous checking of the atmosphere, hazards and conditions in the confined space | ||||
3 | checking of tools and equipment to ensure that they are intrinsically safe for the environmental conditions in the confined space | ||||
l | Documentation and recordsmay include: | 1 | relevant Australian standards, including AS 2865 Safe working in a confined space | ||
2 | vessel's and company's safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions | ||||
3 | vessel's operational and emergency plans and procedures | ||||
4 | records required under OH&S legislation: | ||||
5 | safety and personal protective equipment manuals | ||||
6 | permit to work documents for entering and working in a confined space | ||||
7 | material safety data sheets |
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VARIABLE | SCOPE | ||||
m | Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include: | 1 | relevant sections of maritime regulations applicable to entry and work in a confined space on a vessel | ||
2 | AS 2865 Safe working in a confined space and other standards applicable to safe entry and work in a confined space on a vessel | ||||
3 | OH&S regulations and codes of practice |
Sectors
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
Not applicable.
Licensing Information
Licensing/legislative requirements | The unit is consistent with the relevant maritime regulations describing training requirements for personnel who may be required to work in a confined space on a vessel. This includes relevant sections of Marine Orders dealing with entry into confined spaces and Australian Standard AS 2865 Safe working in a confined space. |