- TDMMU507B - ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS IN A SMALL DOMESTIC VESSEL
TDMMU507B
ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS IN A SMALL DOMESTIC VESSEL
Application
The unit applications in qualifications for Coxswain, Master 5, Skipper 3, i.e. Certificate II in Transport&Distribution (Coastal Maritime Operations - Coxswain), Certificate III in Transport&Distribution (Coastal Maritime Operations - Master Class 5) and for Marine Engine Drivers 2 and 3, i.e. Certificate III in Transport&Distribution (Marine Engine Driving - Grade 2) and Certificate II in Transport&Distribution (Marine Engine Driving - Grade 3). |
Prerequisites
Not applicable.
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | |||
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1 | Apply relevant domestic legislative requirements | a | Relevant domestic legislative and administrative requirements are identified, understood and applied to vessel operations | |
b | Basic need for management of environmental issues is identified, understood and addressed during vessel operations | |||
c | Implications and concerns on environmental issues other than those managed by marine safety authorities are identified and interpreted, and appropriate action is taken in respect of vessel operations | |||
2 | Apply principles for preventing oil pollution and for responding to pollution incidents | a | Generic precautions for preventing spillage of oil through refuelling bilge pumping transfer of fuel, maintenance, loss of deck cargo, loss of vessel are understood and applied during vessel operations | |
b | Generic responses to spilled fuel are understood and applied during vessel operations and pollution incidents | |||
c | Requirements for the responsible disposal of waste oil are understood and applied during vessel operations and maintenance |
TDMMU507B ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS IN A SMALL DOMESTIC VESSEL |
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | |||||
3 | Apply requirements for management of garbage | a | The rules of disposal of garbage are understood and applied during vessel operations | |||
b | A garbage record book is maintained in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures | |||||
c | Principles of responsible management of garbage are applied during vessel operations | |||||
4 | Apply basic principles of ballast water management | a | Basic reasoning and principles for ballast water control are understood and applied during vessel operations | |||
5 | Apply the principles of management of sewage discharges | a | Basic reasoning and principles for sewage control are applied during vessel operations | |||
b | Responsible management of sewage is demonstrated during vessel operations | |||||
6 | Apply environmental and safety principles during the stowage and management of explosive and flammable material | a | Environmental and safety principles and regulatory requirements are applied during stowage and management of flammable/explosive liquids, gases, solids and other materials normally carried on board | |||
b | Dangers inherent with the above materials are understood and appropriate precautions are taken in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures |
TDMMU507B ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS IN A SMALL DOMESTIC VESSEL |
Required Skills
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE | ||
This describes the knowledge required for this unit. | ||
1 | Relevant legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures to protect the marine environment | |
2 | Effects on the marine environment of various possible pollution incidents | |
3 | Pollution control problems and related measures to protect the marine environment | |
4 | Certificates and other documents required by relevant Australian and/or international legislation and conventions for the protection of the marine environment | |
5 | Operational characteristics of emission control equipment used on various types and sizes of vessels | |
6 | Operational requirements of water, bilge, waste, pollution and recycling management processes used on various types and sizes of small vessels | |
7 | Requirements under Australian and/or international legislation and conventions for reporting incidents related to breaches of the statutory codes and measures for the protection of the marine environment | |
8 | Safety implications of the carriage and stowage of flammable or hazardous material in a small vessel | |
REQUIRED SKILLS | ||
This describes the basic skills required for this unit. | ||
1 | Use basic verbal communication skills | |
2 | Read and interpret instructions and procedures related to environmental considerations | |
3 | Work safely and collaboratively with others when implementing environmental considerations | |
4 | Give instructions and directions on environmental considerations on a coastal vessel | |
5 | Recognise pollution control problems and hazards that may occur on a coastal vessel and take appropriate action | |
6 | Complete required documents related to breaches of environmental protection requirements that may occur on a small domestic vessel | |
7 | Adapt to any changes in environmental protection procedures in the workplace |
Evidence Required
TDMMU507B ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS IN A SMALL 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 | Maintain compliance with legislative requirements for protection of the marine environment | ||||
b | Implement preventative and remedial anti-pollution procedures as per relevant regulations and procedures | ||||
c | Identify typical pollution control problems and take appropriate action | ||||
d | Maintain all records concerning anti-pollution measures and breaches of anti-pollution regulations | ||||
e | Communicate effectively with others concerning measures to protect the marine environment | ||||
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 | completing activities aimed at compliance with relevant regulatory requirements for protection of the marine environment | ||||
2 | identifying and evaluating problems related to compliance with relevant regulations for environmental protection and determining appropriate courses of action | ||||
3 | following anti-pollution procedures | ||||
4 | assessing compliance of vessel with relevant regulatory requirements for protection of the marine environment | ||||
5 | stowing flammable or hazardous materials on board | ||||
c | Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including: | ||||
1 | relevant regulatory requirements dealing with environmental protection | ||||
2 | OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures | ||||
3 | job procedures and work instructions related to environmental protection | ||||
4 | on-board housekeeping processes | ||||
5 | waste, pollution and recycling management processes, where relevant | ||||
d | Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify breaches of environmental protection regulations | ||||
e | Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail |
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2 | Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance | f | Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions among 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 | demonstrate performance in suitably simulated activities aimed at the protection of the marine environment covering an appropriate range of situations experienced on a vessel and/or | |||||
b | contribute to measures to protect the marine environment on a vessel in an appropriate range of situations, weather and loading conditions |
Range Statement
TDMMU507B ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS IN A SMALL DOMESTIC VESSEL |
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 mandatory rules and regulations concerning protection of the marine environment. | ||||
b. | Work is performed: | 1 | relatively independently under broad operational requirements, with limited accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes | ||||
c. | Work involves: | 1 | the application of regulations and measures to ensure the protection of the marine environment in a wide variety of operational contexts. | ||||
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT | |||||||
a | Vessel may include: | 1 | any Australian or international commercial vessel | ||||
b | Dangers to the marine environment may occur: | 1 | by day or night in both normal and emergency situations | ||||
2 | under any possible conditions of sea and weather | ||||||
3 | while underway | ||||||
4 | during berthing and unberthing operations | ||||||
5 | while anchoring or mooring | ||||||
6 | while moored or at anchor | ||||||
7 | during loading and unloading operations | ||||||
8 | during maintenance operations | ||||||
c | Items and equipment which may be checked as part of anti-pollution measures include: | 1 | pumps | ||||
2 | valves | ||||||
3 | emission control equipment | ||||||
4 | water management equipment, including: cooling water, ballast water and bilge systems | ||||||
5 | waste storage and recycling equipment |
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VARIABLE | SCOPE | |||||
d | Preventative measures to protect the marine environment may include: | 1 | prevention of spillages of cargo | |||
2 | prevention of spillages of fuel and oil | |||||
3 | control of polluting emissions of gas and smoke | |||||
4 | effective management of waste, pollution and recycling processes | |||||
5 | effective management of ballast operations | |||||
6 | shipboard housekeeping | |||||
7 | pollution control instructions | |||||
e | Environmental issues other than those managed by marine safety authorities may include but are not restricted to: | 1 | fishing restrictions | |||
2 | damage to sensitive environments through anchoring | |||||
3 | laying pots/traps/moorings | |||||
4 | noise | |||||
5 | ballast water management | |||||
f | Flammable/ explosive liquids, gases, solids and other hazardous materials may include but are not restricted to: | 1 | spare fuel | |||
2 | lubricants | |||||
3 | LPG cooking gas | |||||
4 | cleaning products | |||||
5 | chemicals | |||||
g | Sources of information and documentation may include: | 1 | operational orders | |||
2 | relevant regulations for the type of vessel involved | |||||
3 | company procedures related to the protection of the marine environment | |||||
4 | equipment manufacturer's instructions and recommended procedures | |||||
5 | instructions of relevant maritime authorities | |||||
6 | vessel's log where relevant | |||||
7 | certificates and other documents required by regulations for the protection of the marine environment | |||||
8 | relevant standards related to the protection of the marine environment, including guidelines issued under the Australian Intergovernment Agreement on a National System for the Prevention and Management of Marine Pest Incursions |
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VARIABLE | SCOPE | |||
h | Dependent on the type, size and range of service of the vessel, applicable regulations and legislation may include: | 1 | relevant sections of maritime regulations related to protection of the marine environment | |
2 | relevant sections of the NSCV related to protection of the marine environment | |||
3 | MARPOL Convention | |||
4 | relevant Australian and/or State/Territory legislation related to protection of the marine environment | |||
5 | the National Plan to Combat the Pollution of the Sea by Oil | |||
6 | Australian Intergovernment Agreement on a National System for the Prevention and Management of Marine Pest Incursions |
Sectors
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
Not applicable.
Licensing Information
Licensing/legislative requirements | The unit is consistent with the relevant maritime regulations describing mandatory compliance with marine environmental considerations on coastal vessels. |