The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, , the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. |
1 | Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to: |
a | Prepare contingency plans for emergency response |
b | Develop plans for damage control following a shipboard emergency |
c | Develop plans for fire protection, detection and extinguishment on board a vessel |
d | Develop procedures for the use of various lifesaving appliances |
e | Develop plans for rescue of personnel |
f | Demonstrate use of lifesaving and survival equipment |
g | Identify typical problems that may occur during a shipboard emergency and take appropriate action |
h | Communicate effectively with others during shipboard emergencies |
i | Document emergency response plans |
j | Prepare shipboard personnel to implement emergency response plans if required |
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2 | Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance | a | Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts |
b | Consistently applies underpinning knowledge and skills when: |
| 1 | developing emergency response plans and handling emergencies |
| 2 | identifying and evaluating problems that may occur during a shipboard emergency and determining appropriate courses of action |
| 3 | identifying and implementing improvements to emergency response plans |
| 4 | applying safety and lifesaving precautions and procedures during emergency situations on board a vessel |
| 5 | preparing shipboard personnel to implement emergency response plans |
c | Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including: |
| 1 | relevant sections of IMO Conventions and Codes and AMSA Marine Orders and NSCV/USL Code |
| 2 | safety management system and procedures |
| 3 | IMO ISPS Codes and other vessel security regulations |
| 4 | OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures |
2 | Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance (continued) | | 5 | issue resolution procedures |
| 6 | job procedures and work instructions |
| 7 | relevant regulations relating to shipboard emergencies and damage control |
| 8 | environmental protection during emergencies |
d | Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify shipboard emergencies in accordance with statutory requirements and company procedures |
e | Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail |
f | Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions and communication with others |
3 | Context of assessment | a | Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations |
b | Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation: |
| 1 | As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral examinations, and |
| 2 | Appropriate practical assessment must occur: |
| | i | at the registered training organisation; and/or |
| | ii | on an appropriate working or training vessel |
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4Specific resources required for assessment | Access is required to opportunities to: |
a | participate in a range of role plays, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to develop emergency response plans and handle emergency situations on board vessels; and/or |
b | develop or improve emergency response plans on board an operational commercial vessel |