REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE |
This describes the knowledge required for this unit. |
1 | Relevant OH&S and pollution control legislation and codes of practice |
2 | Procedures for the operation and routine servicing of auxiliary systems on a small vessel |
3 | Safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures relevant to the operation and routine servicing of auxiliary systems on a small vessel |
4 | Typical problems related to the during the operation and servicing of auxiliary systems on small vessels and appropriate action and solutions |
5 | Principal features and operating characteristics of typical steering systems and steering system components used on small vessels, including: |
| a | rudder construction |
| b | rudder types |
| c | rudder and stock support bearings |
| d | glands, packing and seals |
| e | tiller arm attachment |
| f | steering operation using hydraulic, cable, and rod and gear |
| g | requirements for the servicing and testing of steering and related hydraulic systems |
6 | Principal features and operating characteristics of typical pumping systems and pumping system components used on small vessels, including: |
| a | fire, bilge, and tank circulating systems |
| b | basic fault identification and servicing procedures |
| c | procedures for the prevention of corrosion in pumping systems |
| d | valve types, including their construction and maintenance |
| e | back flooding prevention procedures |
| f | strainers, mudboxes and footvalves |
| g | use of flexible materials, hoses, etc. |
| h | drive systems, belts, clutches, motors, etc. |
7 | Principal features and operating characteristics of typical fuel and fuel oil systems used on small vessels, including: |
| a | basic principles of operation of fuel and fuel oil systems |
| b | hazards when working with fuel and fuel oil systems |
| c | environmental issues and responsibilities concerning operation and servicing of fuel and fuel oil systems |
8 | Principal features and operating characteristics of typical refrigeration system used on small vessels, including: |
| a | basic principles of operation |
| b | operating functions of component parts |
| c | start up and shut down procedures |
| d | system pump down procedures |
| e | procedures for starting a system that has not pumped down correctly |
| f | plant malfunctions and action that can be taken |
| g | dangers of refrigerant gases and related legislation |
| h | procedures for adding lubricating oil to a refrigeration compressor |
9 | Maritime communication techniques needed during the operation and servicing of auxiliary systems on small vessels |
10 | Servicing records that are maintained on a small commercial vessel |
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REQUIRED SKILLS |
This describes the basic skills required for this unit. |
1 | Use verbal communication skills required when operating and servicing auxiliary systems and equipment |
2 | Read, interpret and apply operating and service manuals and instructions for auxiliary systems and equipment, including all required OH&S procedures and precautions |
3 | Read and interpret material safety data sheets |
4 | Read and interpret performance readings and indications |
5 | Complete any required operational and servicing records |
6 | Work safely and collaboratively with others when operating and servicing auxiliary systems and equipment |
7 | Select and use relevant tools and equipment as per instructions |
8 | Recognise faulty equipment and take appropriate action as per operating instructions |
9 | Recognise routine problems when operating and servicing auxiliary systems and equipment and take appropriate action |
10 | Adapt to differences in vessels, auxiliary systems and equipment and operating and servicing procedures |
11 | Operate marine auxiliary systems and equipment on vessels of less than 750 kW propulsion power |