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Evidence Guide: MARH3001A - Apply weather information when navigating inland waters as Master

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MARH3001A - Apply weather information when navigating inland waters as Master

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

Obtain weather information

  1. Relevant weather forecasts are obtained from a range of sources and correctly interpreted
  2. Weather conditions are observed and correctly interpreted according to established nautical and meteorological practice
  3. Basic measurements of meteorological conditions are correctly made and recorded using established procedures
  4. Relevant meteorological charts, publications and related documentation are obtained, used, updated, stored and maintained
Relevant weather forecasts are obtained from a range of sources and correctly interpreted

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Weather conditions are observed and correctly interpreted according to established nautical and meteorological practice

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Basic measurements of meteorological conditions are correctly made and recorded using established procedures

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Relevant meteorological charts, publications and related documentation are obtained, used, updated, stored and maintained

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Apply weather data to safe navigation

  1. Weather condition hazards relevant to a proposed voyage are identified using relevant forecasts based on interpretation of meteorological observations, reports and measurements
  2. Voyage is modified as required to take into account weather and water condition hazards according to established navigational practice and operational instructions
Weather condition hazards relevant to a proposed voyage are identified using relevant forecasts based on interpretation of meteorological observations, reports and measurements

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Voyage is modified as required to take into account weather and water condition hazards according to established navigational practice and operational instructions

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Maintain records of weather and oceanographic information

  1. Meteorological measurements, observations, reports and forecasts are recorded and stored according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
  2. Actions taken to maintain safety of navigation and to minimise risk to safety of vessel as a result of weather and oceanographic forecasts, are documented according to organisational procedures
Meteorological measurements, observations, reports and forecasts are recorded and stored according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

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Actions taken to maintain safety of navigation and to minimise risk to safety of vessel as a result of weather and oceanographic forecasts, are documented according to organisational procedures

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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:

identifying and evaluating weather forecasting problems and determining appropriate solutions

using weather forecasts to ensure safe navigation

attention to detail when completing documentation

navigating under a range of conditions - day and night, clear visibility and restricted visibility.

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 applying weather information when navigating inland waters as Master 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 applying weather information when navigating inland waters as Master.

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:

Complete required records

Read, interpret and apply weather information

Recognise problems that may occur when interpreting and applying weather information to navigation and take appropriate action

Select and use relevant instruments and equipment according to instructions

Use relevant communication skills when navigating a small vessel as Master

Required Knowledge:

Basic principles and procedures interpreting meteorological information

Effects on navigation and vessel handling of wind, currents and bottom topography

Maritime communication techniques

Meteorological and oceanographic parameters:

atmospheric pressure

pressure gradient and isobar patterns

air temperature

relative humidity

wind strength

wind direction

visibility (in conditions of fog, mist, rain and snow)

cloud

Problems in forecasting weather information to navigate a vessel and appropriate action and solutions

Procedures for applying forecast of likely weather and water conditions to the development of a typical voyage

Procedures to be followed during gale conditions and cyclones, including the means of securing a vessel in a cyclone mooring

Principles of weather forecasting using information obtained from observations, reports and instruments, including:

vertical division of the atmosphere

air masses and fronts

cloud classifications

heat exchange process

synoptic chart analysis

pressure systems, cold and warm fronts

cyclones, storms and gales

tropical meteorology

sources of weather data

Relevant sections of state and territory regulations, National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) and Uniform Shipping Laws (USL) Code dealing with responsibilities of a Master Inland Waters

Sources of weather reports and methods for their interpretation

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.

Sources may include:

Charts

Instruments

Observations

Reports

Satellite images

Documentation may include:

Meteorological publications

Navigational charts of inland waterways

Notices and instructions of relevant maritime authorities

Operational orders

Organisational procedures

Relevant sections of state and territory marine regulations, NSCV and USL Code

Vessel log

Vessel manufacturer instructions and recommended procedures

Weather reports, charts and satellite images