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Evidence Guide: MARO002 - Maintain a safe navigational watch

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MARO002 - Maintain a safe navigational watch

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

Maintain watch on the bridge

  1. Own responsibility for the safety of navigation is clearly defined at all times including periods when the Master is on the bridge and while under pilotage
  2. Proper lookout is maintained at all times according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
  3. Lights, shapes and sound signals are correctly recognised and acted upon
  4. Frequency and extent of monitoring traffic, vessel and environment are scheduled to conform with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
  5. Bridge communication is maintained with other team members on matters relevant to the safety and integrity of the vessel
  6. Clear and unambiguous bridge communications are maintained and clarification is sought from or given to other team members when watch information or instructions are not clearly understood
  7. Internal and external communications systems are used according to organisational procedures
  8. Conduct, handover and relief of the watch is completed according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
Own responsibility for the safety of navigation is clearly defined at all times including periods when the Master is on the bridge and while under pilotage

Completed
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Proper lookout is maintained at all times according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

Completed
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Lights, shapes and sound signals are correctly recognised and acted upon

Completed
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Frequency and extent of monitoring traffic, vessel and environment are scheduled to conform with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

Completed
Date:

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Bridge communication is maintained with other team members on matters relevant to the safety and integrity of the vessel

Completed
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Clear and unambiguous bridge communications are maintained and clarification is sought from or given to other team members when watch information or instructions are not clearly understood

Completed
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Internal and external communications systems are used according to organisational procedures

Completed
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Conduct, handover and relief of the watch is completed according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

Completed
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Maintain watch when anchored

  1. Organisational procedures and regulatory requirements are complied with through frequency, timing and coverage of scheduled checks and inspections
  2. Appropriate action is taken in the event of irregularities or abnormal conditions to maximise the safety and integrity of the vessel
  3. Restrictions on access to the vessel by non-authorised persons are followed according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
  4. Internal and external communications systems are used according to organisational procedures
Organisational procedures and regulatory requirements are complied with through frequency, timing and coverage of scheduled checks and inspections

Completed
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Appropriate action is taken in the event of irregularities or abnormal conditions to maximise the safety and integrity of the vessel

Completed
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Restrictions on access to the vessel by non-authorised persons are followed according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

Completed
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Internal and external communications systems are used according to organisational procedures

Completed
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Respond to potential collision and emergency situations

  1. Potential collision situations are analysed and appropriate action is taken in ample time according to regulatory requirements
  2. Correct responses are made to emergencies and situations that pose a danger to the vessel and personnel on board
  3. Distress signals are recognised and appropriate action is taken to initiate search and rescue operations
  4. Master is called in the event of a navigational incident which falls outside own responsibility
Potential collision situations are analysed and appropriate action is taken in ample time according to regulatory requirements

Completed
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Correct responses are made to emergencies and situations that pose a danger to the vessel and personnel on board

Completed
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Distress signals are recognised and appropriate action is taken to initiate search and rescue operations

Completed
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Master is called in the event of a navigational incident which falls outside own responsibility

Completed
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Resource the bridge according to bridge resource management principles

  1. Bridge resource management principles are interpreted to establish the functions and responsibilities of the watchkeeping team on board a vessel
  2. Resources are allocated and assigned as needed in correct priority to perform necessary tasks to obtain and maintain situational awareness
  3. Watchkeeping schedule is developed with due consideration to team experience
  4. Instructions on watchkeeping and lookout requirements are clearly and unambiguously given in relation to monitoring traffic, vessel and environment
  5. Clear and unambiguous roles and responsibilities of watchkeeping team are determined and allocated
  6. Effective communication is maintained with team on matters relevant to safety and integrity of vessel
  7. Questionable decisions and/or actions are dealt with using an appropriate challenge and response
Bridge resource management principles are interpreted to establish the functions and responsibilities of the watchkeeping team on board a vessel

Completed
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Resources are allocated and assigned as needed in correct priority to perform necessary tasks to obtain and maintain situational awareness

Completed
Date:

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Watchkeeping schedule is developed with due consideration to team experience

Completed
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Instructions on watchkeeping and lookout requirements are clearly and unambiguously given in relation to monitoring traffic, vessel and environment

Completed
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Clear and unambiguous roles and responsibilities of watchkeeping team are determined and allocated

Completed
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Effective communication is maintained with team on matters relevant to safety and integrity of vessel

Completed
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Questionable decisions and/or actions are dealt with using an appropriate challenge and response

Completed
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Maintain navigation records

  1. Proper record of the movements and activities related to the navigation of the vessel is maintained
  2. Records are filed and stored according to organisational procedures
Proper record of the movements and activities related to the navigation of the vessel is maintained

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Records are filed and stored according to organisational procedures

Completed
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Assessed

Teacher: ___________________________________ Date: _________

Signature: ________________________________________________

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Maintain watch on the bridge

1.1

Own responsibility for the safety of navigation is clearly defined at all times including periods when the Master is on the bridge and while under pilotage

1.2

Proper lookout is maintained at all times according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

1.3

Lights, shapes and sound signals are correctly recognised and acted upon

1.4

Frequency and extent of monitoring traffic, vessel and environment are scheduled to conform with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

1.5

Bridge communication is maintained with other team members on matters relevant to the safety and integrity of the vessel

1.6

Clear and unambiguous bridge communications are maintained and clarification is sought from or given to other team members when watch information or instructions are not clearly understood

1.7

Internal and external communications systems are used according to organisational procedures

1.8

Conduct, handover and relief of the watch is completed according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

2

Maintain watch when anchored

2.1

Organisational procedures and regulatory requirements are complied with through frequency, timing and coverage of scheduled checks and inspections

2.2

Appropriate action is taken in the event of irregularities or abnormal conditions to maximise the safety and integrity of the vessel

2.3

Restrictions on access to the vessel by non-authorised persons are followed according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

2.4

Internal and external communications systems are used according to organisational procedures

3

Respond to potential collision and emergency situations

3.1

Potential collision situations are analysed and appropriate action is taken in ample time according to regulatory requirements

3.2

Correct responses are made to emergencies and situations that pose a danger to the vessel and personnel on board

3.3

Distress signals are recognised and appropriate action is taken to initiate search and rescue operations

3.4

Master is called in the event of a navigational incident which falls outside own responsibility

4

Resource the bridge according to bridge resource management principles

4.1

Bridge resource management principles are interpreted to establish the functions and responsibilities of the watchkeeping team on board a vessel

4.2

Resources are allocated and assigned as needed in correct priority to perform necessary tasks to obtain and maintain situational awareness

4.3

Watchkeeping schedule is developed with due consideration to team experience

4.4

Instructions on watchkeeping and lookout requirements are clearly and unambiguously given in relation to monitoring traffic, vessel and environment

4.5

Clear and unambiguous roles and responsibilities of watchkeeping team are determined and allocated

4.6

Effective communication is maintained with team on matters relevant to safety and integrity of vessel

4.7

Questionable decisions and/or actions are dealt with using an appropriate challenge and response

5

Maintain navigation records

5.1

Proper record of the movements and activities related to the navigation of the vessel is maintained

5.2

Records are filed and stored according to organisational procedures

Required Skills and Knowledge

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1

Maintain watch on the bridge

1.1

Own responsibility for the safety of navigation is clearly defined at all times including periods when the Master is on the bridge and while under pilotage

1.2

Proper lookout is maintained at all times according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

1.3

Lights, shapes and sound signals are correctly recognised and acted upon

1.4

Frequency and extent of monitoring traffic, vessel and environment are scheduled to conform with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

1.5

Bridge communication is maintained with other team members on matters relevant to the safety and integrity of the vessel

1.6

Clear and unambiguous bridge communications are maintained and clarification is sought from or given to other team members when watch information or instructions are not clearly understood

1.7

Internal and external communications systems are used according to organisational procedures

1.8

Conduct, handover and relief of the watch is completed according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

2

Maintain watch when anchored

2.1

Organisational procedures and regulatory requirements are complied with through frequency, timing and coverage of scheduled checks and inspections

2.2

Appropriate action is taken in the event of irregularities or abnormal conditions to maximise the safety and integrity of the vessel

2.3

Restrictions on access to the vessel by non-authorised persons are followed according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

2.4

Internal and external communications systems are used according to organisational procedures

3

Respond to potential collision and emergency situations

3.1

Potential collision situations are analysed and appropriate action is taken in ample time according to regulatory requirements

3.2

Correct responses are made to emergencies and situations that pose a danger to the vessel and personnel on board

3.3

Distress signals are recognised and appropriate action is taken to initiate search and rescue operations

3.4

Master is called in the event of a navigational incident which falls outside own responsibility

4

Resource the bridge according to bridge resource management principles

4.1

Bridge resource management principles are interpreted to establish the functions and responsibilities of the watchkeeping team on board a vessel

4.2

Resources are allocated and assigned as needed in correct priority to perform necessary tasks to obtain and maintain situational awareness

4.3

Watchkeeping schedule is developed with due consideration to team experience

4.4

Instructions on watchkeeping and lookout requirements are clearly and unambiguously given in relation to monitoring traffic, vessel and environment

4.5

Clear and unambiguous roles and responsibilities of watchkeeping team are determined and allocated

4.6

Effective communication is maintained with team on matters relevant to safety and integrity of vessel

4.7

Questionable decisions and/or actions are dealt with using an appropriate challenge and response

5

Maintain navigation records

5.1

Proper record of the movements and activities related to the navigation of the vessel is maintained

5.2

Records are filed and stored according to organisational procedures

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

allocating and assigning resources as needed in correct priority to perform necessary tasks

applying principles of bridge resource management

appropriately challenging and responding to questionable decisions and/or actions

clearly defining responsibility for the safety of navigation at all times

communicating effectively with others on watchkeeping issues, arrangements and requirements

conforming to accepted principles and procedures in the conduct, handover and relief of the watch

correctly providing sound signals

correctly recognising lights, shapes and sound signals

giving and receiving clear and unambiguous communications

identifying and solving problems that may arise during watchkeeping duties, reporting problems and issues and taking appropriate action based on available information

identifying and implementing effective leadership behaviours

interpreting and implementing procedures relevant to the role and responsibilities of watchkeeper

maintaining a proper lookout at all times and in such a way as to conform to accepted principles and procedures

maintaining a proper record of the movements and activities relating to the navigation of the vessel

modifying activities dependent on differing vessel contingencies, risk situations and environments

monitor and anticipate hazards and risks that may arise during watchkeeping duties and take appropriate action

monitoring traffic, the ship and the environment to conform to accepted principles and procedures

reporting according to the General Principles for Ship Reporting Systems and vessel traffic services (VTS) procedures

selecting and using appropriate internal and external communications equipment during watchkeeping

sharing an accurate understanding of current and predicted vessel state, navigation path and external environment with team members

using information from navigational equipment to maintain a safe navigational watch

using routeing according to the General Provisions on Ships’ Routeing.

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

Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) watchkeeping procedures contained in Marine Orders

blind pilotage techniques

bridge instrumentation, controls and alarms relevant to the function of watchkeeping

bridge procedures on board a vessel

bridge resource management principles including allocation, assignment and prioritisation of resources; effective communication; assertiveness and leadership; obtaining and maintaining situational awareness; consideration of team experience

causes of groundings, collisions and casualties

content, application and intent of the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea

fatigue management principles and techniques

functions and responsibilities of the watchkeeping team on board a vessel

International Association of Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) buoyage system A and B

manual and electronic navigational aids available to the bridge team and procedures for their operation and use during a watch

maritime communication techniques on board a vessel

navigational hazards and implications for watchkeeping

operating procedures for typical navigational aids

precautions necessary when navigating in or near traffic separation schemes or other routeing measures

principles and use of navigational recording devices for keeping records of the operation, behaviour and performance of the vessel and navigation equipment

principles for the use of vessel routing and reporting systems for safe navigation

principles to be observed in keeping a navigational watch

procedures for the conduct, handover and relief of a watch

procedures for the use of internal communications and alarm systems

signs of fatigue

typical bridge instrumentation, controls and alarms and their functions

typical watchkeeping problems and emergency situations, and appropriate actions and solutions

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

Range Statement

Specifies different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

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

Lights, shapes and sound signals must include:

alternative power source for lights

day time shapes for a vessel more than 500 gross tonnage

emergency lights for a vessel more than 500 gross tonnage

means of making sound signals for a vessel more than 500 gross tonnage

navigation lights for a vessel more than 500 gross tonnage

Bridge communication includes one or more of the following:

communication with engine room

verbal instruction relating to watchkeeping duties

written Master instructions

Irregularities or abnormal conditions include one or more of the following:

dragging anchor

fog and restricted visibility

heavy weather, including cyclones

Emergencies include one or more of the following:

person overboard

search and rescue operations

Matters relevant to safety and integrity of vessel include one or more of the following:

maintenance of proper lookout

navigation path and maintenance of vessels position

traffic density

visibility

weather and sea conditions

Questionable decisions and/or actions include one or more of the following:

excessive speed in heavy weather or reduced visibility

inappropriate action to avoid collision

incorrect helm orders

Proper records include one or more of the following:

course recorder

courses steered and vessel position

echo sounder recordings

logbook entries

passage plan

radar logbook

weather reports