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Evidence Guide: MARC3003A - Operate and maintain a steam engine up to 750 kW and steam auxiliary equipment

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MARC3003A - Operate and maintain a steam engine up to 750 kW and steam auxiliary equipment

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

Prepare vessel for sea

  1. Spares and stores on board are checked to ensure those required for proposed voyage are available
  2. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected for use
  3. Hazardous materials are stowed and managed according to regulatory and organisational requirements
  4. Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards and potential hazards in engine room are identified and corrective action is taken according to organisational practices
  5. Pre-start checks are conducted on machinery and equipment according to organisational procedures
  6. Means of communication between bridge and engine room are tested
  7. Engines are started according to vessel procedures and organisation safety management systems (SMS)
Spares and stores on board are checked to ensure those required for proposed voyage are available

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Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected for use

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Hazardous materials are stowed and managed according to regulatory and organisational requirements

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Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards and potential hazards in engine room are identified and corrective action is taken according to organisational practices

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Pre-start checks are conducted on machinery and equipment according to organisational procedures

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Means of communication between bridge and engine room are tested

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Engines are started according to vessel procedures and organisation safety management systems (SMS)

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Operate and monitor steam engine and steam auxiliary machinery

  1. Marine steam plant components are identified and operated according to organisational operating procedures
  2. Steam engine handling techniques are interpreted and applied to eliminate or minimise risk of injury to personnel or damage to equipment
  3. Steam plant controls are identified and operated safely according to organisational procedures and technical specifications
  4. Steam engine auxiliary equipment is monitored and operated to maintain optimum running conditions
  5. Operational faults are recognised, assessed and rectified according to organisational procedures
  6. Hazards and potential hazards are recognised and interpreted, and appropriate initiatives and action is taken to minimise risk to personnel and equipment according to workplace procedures and applicable regulatory requirements
  7. Operating log is maintained clearly and accurately according to statutory requirements
Marine steam plant components are identified and operated according to organisational operating procedures

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Steam engine handling techniques are interpreted and applied to eliminate or minimise risk of injury to personnel or damage to equipment

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Steam plant controls are identified and operated safely according to organisational procedures and technical specifications

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Steam engine auxiliary equipment is monitored and operated to maintain optimum running conditions

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Operational faults are recognised, assessed and rectified according to organisational procedures

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Hazards and potential hazards are recognised and interpreted, and appropriate initiatives and action is taken to minimise risk to personnel and equipment according to workplace procedures and applicable regulatory requirements

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Operating log is maintained clearly and accurately according to statutory requirements

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Shut down steam engine

  1. Engine is shut down according to vessel procedures and organisation SMS
  2. Steam auxiliary systems are shut down according to vessel procedures and organisation SMS
  3. Documentation is maintained according to workplace and organisational requirements
Engine is shut down according to vessel procedures and organisation SMS

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Steam auxiliary systems are shut down according to vessel procedures and organisation SMS

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Documentation is maintained according to workplace and organisational requirements

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Carry out maintenance of steam plant

  1. Maintenance requirements are identified, repairs are carried out and reported according to workplace procedures
  2. Engine and auxiliary equipment is regularly inspected and maintained for maintenance according to statutory requirements and workplace procedures
  3. Steam plant maintenance schedule is developed and implemented according to organisational planned maintenance system
Maintenance requirements are identified, repairs are carried out and reported according to workplace procedures

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Engine and auxiliary equipment is regularly inspected and maintained for maintenance according to statutory requirements and workplace procedures

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Steam plant maintenance schedule is developed and implemented according to organisational planned maintenance system

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Assessed

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, the required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:

attention to appropriate level of detail in recordkeeping

being aware of own ability and limits to rectify irregularities and faults

providing required amount of detail in reports

ensuring behaviour reflects relevant current legislative and regulatory requirements.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

Resources for assessment include access to:

industry-approved marine operations site where operating and maintaining a steam engine up to 750 kW and steam auxiliary equipment can be conducted

tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry

relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities

range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments

appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.

Method of assessment

Practical assessment must occur in an:

appropriately simulated workplace environment and/or

appropriate range of situations in the workplace.

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:

direct observation of the candidate operating and maintaining a steam engine up to 750 kW and steam auxiliary equipment

direct observation of the candidate applying relevant WHS/OHS requirements and work practices.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.

In all cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess Required Knowledge.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language and literacy requirements of the work being performed and the capacity of the candidate.

Required Skills and Knowledge

Required Skills:

Carry out lubrication processes on an item of steam plant

Communicate effectively with others when operating and monitoring performance of an item of steam plant

Complete documentation related to operating and monitoring performance of an item of steam plant

Identify and assess steam plant defects and deficiencies, and take appropriate action to report, isolate, repair or replace identified defective equipment according to workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for emergency situations

Monitor performance of an item of steam plant

Operate an item of steam plant

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to operating and monitoring an item of steam plant

Recognise problems that may arise when operating and monitoring an item of steam plant and take appropriate action

Select and use required PPE conforming to industry and WHS/OHS standards

Required Knowledge:

Applicable legislation relating to steam plant and nationally approved compliance codes and/or guidelines and codes of practice

Basic principles of steam plant operation, monitoring devices and auxiliary systems

Methods for:

adjusting controls to maximise efficient and safe running

operating and monitoring performance of auxiliary steam plant equipment

identifying equipment defects and assessing them for appropriate action

PPE required when operating an item of steam plant and procedures for its use

Procedures for:

operating and monitoring an item of steam plant

managing safety incidents and hazardous situations that may arise when operating and monitoring performance of an item of steam plant

maintaining, cleaning, lubricating and servicing an item of steam plant

Procedures to be followed in event of an emergency when operating an item of steam plant

Relevant licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements

Relevant WHS/OHS and environmental procedures and regulations

Requirements for completing relevant documentation during and after operation and monitoring of performance of an item of steam plant

Steam plant controls, instruments and indicators and their purpose, location and use

Typical problems that can occur with an item of steam plant and related action that should be taken to repair, isolate, replace, report and record faulty equipment

Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Personal protective equipment may include:

Chemical resistant gloves and apron

Ear protection (muffs or plugs)

Eye protection

Fire-resistant clothing

Hard hat head protection

Respiratory devices

Thermally insulated gloves

Working protective gloves

Hazards and potential hazards may include:

Chemical hazards

Excessive noise

Hot exposed pipes

Lack of machinery guards

Leakage of:

fuel

gas

Manual handling hazards

Obstructions and defects in work area

Poor illumination of work area

Rubbish and combustibles in work area

Thermal hazards

Pre-start checks may include:

Checks of cooling water supply and system

Essential fittings

Firefighting equipment

Fuel supply/heat source system

Identifying and managing hazards and maintenance problems

Operation and position of steam engine valves

Selecting PPE

Means of communication may include:

Bell systems

Telegraphs

Voice pipe

Marine steam plant components may include:

Boiler controls and safety devices

Condensers

Cylinder cocks

Economisers

Feed water controls

Lubricators

Operational controls

Short stroke pump

Steam plant instrumentation (gauges)

Vacuum pumps

Valve gear

Steam engine auxiliary equipment may include:

Blower

Feed water pump

Generator

Injectors

Valves

Water treatment systems

Whistle

Operating log may include:

Chemical treatment

Maintenance/repair requirements

Status and operation

Test results

Time in use

Documentation may include:

Emergency procedures instructions

Maintenance notices, records and requests

Operational:

instructions, policies and procedures

records and user log books

Maintenance requirements may include:

Bilge pumps

Cooling water valves

Gauge glasses

Safety valves