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Evidence Guide: MARK5001A - Perform basic vessel manoeuvres

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MARK5001A - Perform basic vessel manoeuvres

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

Manoeuvre vessel in normal operations

  1. Vessel heading is maintained within acceptable limits to meet the requirements of the operating situation
  2. Alterations of heading and power are smooth and controlled
  3. Suitable mode of steering is selected for the manoeuvre to meet the requirements of the operating situation
  4. Constant rate of turn techniques are used to achieve constant radius turns during manoeuvres
  5. Safe operating limits of vessel propulsion, steering and power systems are not exceeded in normal manoeuvres
  6. Orders of the Master are followed to assist in anchoring and berthing operations
Vessel heading is maintained within acceptable limits to meet the requirements of the operating situation

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Alterations of heading and power are smooth and controlled

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Suitable mode of steering is selected for the manoeuvre to meet the requirements of the operating situation

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Constant rate of turn techniques are used to achieve constant radius turns during manoeuvres

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Safe operating limits of vessel propulsion, steering and power systems are not exceeded in normal manoeuvres

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Orders of the Master are followed to assist in anchoring and berthing operations

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Make adjustments to vessel course and speed to maintain safe navigation

  1. Effects of operational environment on vessel performance are evaluated at regular intervals
  2. Implications of the changed operational environment on vessel handling are assessed
  3. Appropriate alterations to vessel heading and power are made in response to the assessment of the operational environment
Effects of operational environment on vessel performance are evaluated at regular intervals

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Implications of the changed operational environment on vessel handling are assessed

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Appropriate alterations to vessel heading and power are made in response to the assessment of the operational environment

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Manoeuvre vessel during adverse weather

  1. Impending adverse weather conditions are identified and implications for vessel operations are evaluated
  2. Preparations are made to minimise risk and damage to vessel and personnel
  3. Communications are made with engine room to ensure main engines are readied for manoeuvring
  4. Master is advised of developments in sea and weather conditions
  5. Vessel heading and power is maintained in response to adverse weather and sea conditions
Impending adverse weather conditions are identified and implications for vessel operations are evaluated

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Preparations are made to minimise risk and damage to vessel and personnel

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Communications are made with engine room to ensure main engines are readied for manoeuvring

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Master is advised of developments in sea and weather conditions

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Vessel heading and power is maintained in response to adverse weather and sea conditions

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Manoeuvre vessel in emergencies under Master’s instructions

  1. Nature of emergency is established and initial action is taken
  2. Risk to the vessel and the safety of persons on board is assessed and Master is informed
  3. Appropriate manoeuvres under Master’s instructions are made during the emergency to maintain the safety of the vessel
  4. Propulsion equipment is used and monitored to assist in completing actions safely
  5. Safe operating limits of propulsion and steering equipment are not exceeded
Nature of emergency is established and initial action is taken

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Risk to the vessel and the safety of persons on board is assessed and Master is informed

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Appropriate manoeuvres under Master’s instructions are made during the emergency to maintain the safety of the vessel

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Propulsion equipment is used and monitored to assist in completing actions safely

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Safe operating limits of propulsion and steering equipment are not exceeded

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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:

following all orders carefully

awareness of one’s surroundings and changes to these surroundings.

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 performing basic manoeuvres on an appropriate vessel or simulator may 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 performing basic manoeuvres on an appropriate vessel or simulator

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:

Handle a disabled or partially disabled vessel

Implement anchoring and berthing procedures

Issue helm and engine orders

Maintain situational awareness

Manoeuvre a vessel:

in bad weather

in heavy swell

through coming to and leaving a mooring

Manoeuvre for the rescue of person overboard

Manoeuvre in shallow water

Recognise emergency situations

Required Knowledge:

Effects of deadweight, draught, trim, speed and under-keel clearance on turning circles and stopping distances

Effects of wind and current on vessel handling

Effects on vessel handling of wind, currents and bottom topography

Features of a vessel that relate to its handling characteristics

Manoeuvring and engine characteristics for various vessels more than 500 gross tonnage

Manoeuvring problems for vessels more than 500 gross tonnage and appropriate action and solutions

Manoeuvring procedures in and near traffic separation schemes and vessel traffic service areas

Methods for controlling vessel speed and direction

Procedures for the rescue of person overboard

Procedures for turning a vessel in various situations

Proper procedures for anchoring and mooring

Safe operating limits of propulsion and power systems, and steering equipment

Squat, shallow-water and similar effects on vessel handling

Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and work practices

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.

Operating situation must include:

Headreach

Requirements of the manoeuvre

Safe water

Stopping distances

Tide

Weather

Suitable mode of steering must include:

Automatic pilot

Emergency steering

Manual steering

Orders may include:

Communication with tugs and pilot vessel

Communications with Vessel Traffic Services

Engine

Helm

Internal communication with engine room and berthing stations

Anchoring and berthing operations may include:

Manoeuvring in:

shallow waters

estuaries

rivers

restricted waters

Operational environment may include:

Heavy traffic areas

Ice

Marine park areas

Shallow and restricted waters

Traffic separation zones

Alterations must include:

Adjustment of speed to assist collision avoidance

Allowance for current and wind

Appropriate speed in reduced visibility

Speed adjustment for heavy weather conditions

Adverse weather conditions may include:

Fog and restricted visibility

Wind and sea conditions that may impact on the safety of the vessel

Preparations may include:

Advice to Master

Allocation of extra lookouts

Reduction in speed

Resources to engage manual steering

Nature of emergency may include:

Beaching

Collision

Damage to the vessel

Disabled or partially disabled vessel

Fire

Grounding

Loss of steering gear

Person overboard