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Evidence Guide: MARC026 - Operate remote controls of propulsion plant and engineering systems

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MARC026 - Operate remote controls of propulsion plant and engineering systems

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Operate remote controls

  1. Remote controls of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery are operated according to company procedures and manufacturer instructions
  2. Clear and concise communication is used with engine room and communication is acknowledged according to established procedures
  3. Performance of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment is monitored and evaluated using remote performance indicators
  4. Appropriate corrective action is taken in conjunction with the Chief Engineer when performance of propulsion plant or other engineering systems is found to be unsatisfactory or outside of specified limits
  5. Relationship between speed and fuel consumption is monitored and action is taken as required according to operational instructions
  6. Safety and hazard minimisation procedures and regulations are followed to maintain the safety of personnel, propulsion and engineering systems, cargo and vessel
Remote controls of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery are operated according to company procedures and manufacturer instructions

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Clear and concise communication is used with engine room and communication is acknowledged according to established procedures

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Performance of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment is monitored and evaluated using remote performance indicators

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Appropriate corrective action is taken in conjunction with the Chief Engineer when performance of propulsion plant or other engineering systems is found to be unsatisfactory or outside of specified limits

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Relationship between speed and fuel consumption is monitored and action is taken as required according to operational instructions

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Safety and hazard minimisation procedures and regulations are followed to maintain the safety of personnel, propulsion and engineering systems, cargo and vessel

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Coordinate deck and engine room resources

  1. Coordination of deck and engine room operations and resources is maintained during daily vessel operation
  2. Responses are coordinated and appropriate action is taken in a breakdown in the remote control systems for propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery
  3. Correct logbook entries are made relating to equipment operations and incidents during a voyage
Coordination of deck and engine room operations and resources is maintained during daily vessel operation

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Responses are coordinated and appropriate action is taken in a breakdown in the remote control systems for propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery

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Correct logbook entries are made relating to equipment operations and incidents during a voyage

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Manage emergencies involving the use of remote controls

  1. Remote controls of relevant emergency systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment are correctly operated in a shipboard emergency
  2. Clear and concise communication is used and communication is acknowledged at all times during emergency situations
Remote controls of relevant emergency systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment are correctly operated in a shipboard emergency

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Clear and concise communication is used and communication is acknowledged at all times during emergency situations

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Assessed

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Operate remote controls

1.1

Remote controls of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery are operated according to company procedures and manufacturer instructions

1.2

Clear and concise communication is used with engine room and communication is acknowledged according to established procedures

1.3

Performance of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment is monitored and evaluated using remote performance indicators

1.4

Appropriate corrective action is taken in conjunction with the Chief Engineer when performance of propulsion plant or other engineering systems is found to be unsatisfactory or outside of specified limits

1.5

Relationship between speed and fuel consumption is monitored and action is taken as required according to operational instructions

1.6

Safety and hazard minimisation procedures and regulations are followed to maintain the safety of personnel, propulsion and engineering systems, cargo and vessel

2

Coordinate deck and engine room resources

2.1

Coordination of deck and engine room operations and resources is maintained during daily vessel operation

2.2

Responses are coordinated and appropriate action is taken in a breakdown in the remote control systems for propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery

2.3

Correct logbook entries are made relating to equipment operations and incidents during a voyage

3

Manage emergencies involving the use of remote controls

3.1

Remote controls of relevant emergency systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment are correctly operated in a shipboard emergency

3.2

Clear and concise communication is used and communication is acknowledged at all times during emergency situations

Required Skills and Knowledge

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Operate remote controls

1.1

Remote controls of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery are operated according to company procedures and manufacturer instructions

1.2

Clear and concise communication is used with engine room and communication is acknowledged according to established procedures

1.3

Performance of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment is monitored and evaluated using remote performance indicators

1.4

Appropriate corrective action is taken in conjunction with the Chief Engineer when performance of propulsion plant or other engineering systems is found to be unsatisfactory or outside of specified limits

1.5

Relationship between speed and fuel consumption is monitored and action is taken as required according to operational instructions

1.6

Safety and hazard minimisation procedures and regulations are followed to maintain the safety of personnel, propulsion and engineering systems, cargo and vessel

2

Coordinate deck and engine room resources

2.1

Coordination of deck and engine room operations and resources is maintained during daily vessel operation

2.2

Responses are coordinated and appropriate action is taken in a breakdown in the remote control systems for propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery

2.3

Correct logbook entries are made relating to equipment operations and incidents during a voyage

3

Manage emergencies involving the use of remote controls

3.1

Remote controls of relevant emergency systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment are correctly operated in a shipboard emergency

3.2

Clear and concise communication is used and communication is acknowledged at all times during emergency situations

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions on at least one occasion and include:

adapting to differences in vessels, propulsion plant, remote controls, engineering systems and related standard operating procedures

applying required safety and hazard control procedures when operating vessel remote controls

assessing operational capability and performance of propulsion and other engineering plant and auxiliary equipment

communicating effectively and working collaboratively with other personnel when operating propulsion plant and engineering system remote controls

identifying and evaluating problems that can occur when operating propulsion plant and engineering system remote controls

identifying and implementing improvements to engineering control procedures

interpreting and following standard operating procedures for operating propulsion plant and engineering system remote controls

interpreting equipment performance readings and instrumentation

interpreting vessel and machinery specifications, machinery design drawings, machine drawings, operational manuals, specifications, and electrical and control circuit diagrams

monitoring and evaluating performance of vessel propulsion plant, other engineering systems, and auxiliary machinery and equipment using remote performance indicators

selecting and using equipment required for operating propulsion plant and engineering system remote controls safely:

in normal and emergency situations

in normal and adverse weather conditions

in berthing and unberthing operations

when anchoring or mooring.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements, performance criteria and range of conditions and include knowledge of:

auxiliary systems and controls:

air starting

ballast water

bilge

cooling water

fuel

lubrication

waste management and pollution control systems

basic principles of operation and functions of various systems and controls, including:

pumps and pumping systems

various shipboard emergency systems

hydraulic systems and controls

bridge located engine controls

various auxiliary systems and controls such as cooling water, fuel system, air starting, lubrication system, ballast water and bilge system

bridge communications techniques, including issuing of engine room orders

dangers associated with shipboard electrical plants and related hazard prevention strategies

documentation and records such as:

Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) Marine Orders

company procedures for the remote control of propulsion plant and other engineering systems

instructions of relevant maritime authorities

International Maritime Organization (IMO) Standards of Training, Certification & Watchkeeping (STCW) Convention and Code

International Safety Management (ISM) Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions

operational orders

plant and equipment manufacturer instructions and recommended procedures

relevant Australian and international standards

vessel log

methods for remotely controlling the operation of shipboard propulsion plant and other engineering systems, including auxiliary machinery and equipment

procedures for monitoring and evaluating the performance of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment

procedures and precautions for bunkering operations

procedures for coordinating deck and engineering resources

propulsion plant configurations:

controllable pitch propellers (CPP)

direct drive shaft

electric diesel

reduction gear

steam

relevant sections of applicable maritime regulations

relationship between vessel speed and fuel consumption, including the meaning of economical revolutions per minute (RPM) and its application

relevant sections of applicable maritime regulations

relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation, policies and procedures

requirements for waste management and control systems under the International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL Convention)

typical characteristics of propulsion machinery and control systems for vessels of 500 gross tonnage or more, including operational limits, fuel consumption/speed relationships, stopping distances and turning circles at various draughts, speeds and loading

typical problems with the remote control of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment, and appropriate preventative and remedial action and solutions

vessel safety management system and procedures.

Range Statement

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Propulsion plant and engineering systems include one or more of the following:

auxiliary systems and controls

bridge controls and UMS (unmanned machinery spaces) systems

electrical systems and controls

engineering plant performance indicators

hydraulic systems and controls

indicators of speed and fuel consumption

propulsion systems and controls

pumps and pumping systems

steering gear

Emergencies include one or more of the following:

fire or explosion in engine room

flooding of engine room

loss of electrical power

loss of propulsion

loss of steering