- TDMMR5407B - CARRY OUT REFUELLING AND FUEL TRANSFER OPERATIONS
TDMMR5407B
CARRY OUT REFUELLING AND FUEL TRANSFER OPERATIONS
Application
The unit has applications in the qualification for Coxswain, Master 5 and Marine Engine Drivers Grades 1, 2 and 3 as per relevant sections of Part D of the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV), i.e. Certificate II in Transport&Distribution (Coastal Maritime Operations - Master Class 5), Certificate III in Transport&Distribution (Coastal Maritime Operations - Master Class 4), Certificate II, in Transport&Distribution (Marine Engine Driving - Grade 3), Certificate III in Transport&Distribution (Marine Engine Driving - Grade 2) and Certificate IV in Transport&Distribution (Marine Engine Driving - Grade 1). |
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | ||||
1 | Plan refuelling or fuel transfer operation | a | Refuelling and fuel transfer planning activities are carried out as per procedures | ||
b | The amount and positioning of the fuel on board the receiving vessel are calculated using established methods | ||||
c | The impacts of refuelling on stability and the safety of the vessel are determined and taken into account | ||||
d | Appropriate action is taken to ensure that all required safety equipment is available, including emergency response stores | ||||
2 | Prepare vessel for refuelling or fuel transfer operations | a | Pre-refuelling or pre-fuel-transfer activities and precautions are carried out as per established procedures and regulatory requirements |
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | ||||
3 | Complete refuelling orfuel transfer | a | Refuelling or fuel transfer process is carried out in accordance with established procedures | ||
b | Appropriate action is taken to ensure that communications are maintained between all persons involved in the refuelling or fuel transfer operation | ||||
c | The safety boundary is maintained for the full duration of the operation | ||||
4 | Respond to emergency situation | a | An appropriate response is made to an emergency situation in accordance with established emergency and practised procedures. | ||
b | Safety zone is closed off and isolated in accordance with emergency procedures and regulatory requirements | ||||
c | All persons within the safety zone are correctly notified and their activities managed to ensure safety in accordance with emergency procedures and regulatory requirements | ||||
d | Appropriate authorities are notified and actions taken as directed in accordance with emergency procedures and regulatory requirements |
Required Skills
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE | ||
This describes the knowledge required for this unit. | ||
1 | Relevant OH&S and pollution control legislation and policies | |
2 | Refuelling and fuel transfer procedures applying to commercial coastal vessels between 10 | |
3 | Functions and responsibilities of crew members during refuelling and fuel transfer operations | |
4 | Hazards and related safety precautions to be observed during refuelling and fuel transfer operations | |
5 | Key information related to special hazards, precautions and related procedures applicable during refuelling or fuel transfer, including: | |
a | tank layouts and valve and pipe systems | |
b | physical properties of fuels, gases | |
c | causes of explosions and related preventative measures | |
d | hazards associated with refuelling and fuel transfer and related hazard control methods | |
e | procedures and policies for the use of personal protection clothing and equipment (PPE) | |
f | procedures for the use of escape/evacuation equipment | |
g | procedures for the prevention of air and water pollution | |
h | procedures to be taken in the event of an accidental fuel spillage | |
6 | Basic environmental protection measures to be applied during refuelling or fuel transfer operations | |
7 | Communication techniques and equipment used during refuelling or fuel transfer operations | |
8 | Procedures for working in confined spaces on a vessel |
REQUIRED SKILLS | |
This describes the basic skills required for this unit. | |
1 | Use basic verbal communication skills required during refuelling and fuel transfer operations |
2 | Read, interpret and apply simple instructions and safety precautions related to refuelling and fuel transfer operations |
3 | Complete any required records |
4 | Work safely and collaboratively with others during refuelling and fuel transfer operations |
5 | Select and use relevant equipment required for refuelling and fuel transfer operations as per instructions |
6 | Take appropriate action in the event of an accidental fuel spillage or safety incident during refuelling and fuel transfer operations |
7 | React appropriately to changed conditions during a refuelling and fuel transfer operation |
8 | Recognise faulty equipment and take appropriate action as per operating instructions |
9 | Recognise problems and hazards during refuelling/fuel transfer operations and take appropriate action |
10 | Adapt to changes in equipment and procedures in the workplace |
11 | Follow required work schedule as per company requirements |
12 | Measure tank levels |
13 | Identify tank filling and venting pipes |
Evidence Required
TDMMR5407B CARRY OUT REFUELLING AND FUEL TRANSFER OPERATIONS | ||||||
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 | Plan for and apply all required safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures during refuelling and fuel transfer operations | |||||
b | Communicate effectively with others involved with refuelling and fuel transfer operations | |||||
c | React appropriately to changed conditions during a refuelling and fuel transfer operation | |||||
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 vessel refuelling from a variety of sources such as wharf tanks, bunker barges, road tanker and mother vessels | |||||
2 | transferring fuel within the vessel | |||||
3 | transferring fuel from one vessel to another | |||||
4 | exercising all required safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures refuelling and fuel transfer operations | |||||
5 | communicating effectively with others during refuelling and fuel transfer operations | |||||
c | Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including: | |||||
1 | vessel's safety management procedures | |||||
2 | OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures | |||||
3 | standard operating procedures and work instructions | |||||
d | Action is taken promptly to react to operational incidents and problems 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 |
TDMMR5407B CARRY OUT REFUELLING AND FUEL TRANSFER OPERATIONS | |||||||
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 | demonstrate the ability to supervise refuelling and fuel transfer operations on board a vessel and between vessels through appropriate case studies, practical exercises and simulated situations; and/or | ||||||
b | supervise refuelling and fuel transfer operations on board an operational commercial or training vessel |
Range Statement
TDMMR5407B CARRY OUT REFUELLING AND FUEL TRANSFER OPERATIONS | ||||||||
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 the State and Territory marine regulations and the National Standard for Commercial Vessels | |||||
b. | Work is performed: | 1 | as the engineer accountable and responsible in achieving the prescribed outcomes | |||||
c. | Work involves: | 1 | the application of established procedures and techniques to the refuelling or fuel transfer tasks | |||||
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT | ||||||||
a | Vessel may include: | 1 | any commercial coastal vessel up to 1,500 | |||||
b | Refuelling or fuel transfer tasks may include: | 1 | carrying out pre-refuelling activities | |||||
2 | generating a checklist for refuelling activities | |||||||
3 | routine refuelling activities | |||||||
4 | containment of spills | |||||||
5 | emergency response | |||||||
6 | carrying out post-refuelling activities | |||||||
7 | measuring tank levels and contents | |||||||
c | Pre-refuelling or fuel transfer activities and precautions may include but are not limited to: | 1 | all persons involved with refuelling or fuel transfer are properly briefed as to their function and responsibility | |||||
2 | deployment of spill prevention systems as per standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements and appropriate signage deployed | |||||||
3 | establishment of a safety boundary for the refuelling process in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements |
TDMMR5407B CARRY OUT REFUELLING AND FUEL TRANSFER OPERATIONS | |||||||
VARIABLE | SCOPE | ||||||
c | Pre-refuelling or fuel transfer activities and precautions may include but are not limited to: (continued) | 4 | confirmation that all equipment required for an emergency response is immediately available | ||||
5 | communication channels are open and ready for access | ||||||
6 | required emergency response training and awareness has been completed | ||||||
d | Operational hazards for refuelling or fuel transfer operations may include: | 1 | sources of ignition leading to explosion and fire | ||||
2 | electrostatic generation leading to discharge | ||||||
3 | environmental hazards to air and water | ||||||
4 | spills or release of vapours and gases, involving skin contact and inhalation | ||||||
5 | working within confined spaces | ||||||
e | Sources of information and documentation may include: | 1 | safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions | ||||
2 | vessel and company procedures | ||||||
f | Applicable regulations and legislation may include: | 1 | State and Territory marine regulations related to the operation of small vessels | ||||
2 | relevant sections of the National Standard for Commercial Vessels | ||||||
3 | relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S and pollution control 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 for Coxswain, Master 5 and Marine Engine Drivers Grades 1, 2 and 3 on commercial vessels operating in coastal waters. |