Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1. This is the first release of this unit of competency in the MAR Maritime Training Package. |
Application
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to manage advanced oil tanker cargo operations. This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry in the capacity of:
Licensing/Regulatory Information This unit is equivalent to and delivers the objectives of the following STCW provisions:
Legislative and regulatory requirements are applicable to this unit.
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Pre-requisite Unit
Not applicable |
Competency Field
A - Handling Cargo and Vessel Stability |
Unit Sector
Not applicable |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Elements describe the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1 |
Perform work safely and monitor all cargo operations |
1.1 |
Communication with personnel is clear, concise and accurate and information is understood and acted upon |
1.2 |
Cargo operations are planned, risk is managed and carried out in accordance with accepted principles and procedures to ensure safety of operations and avoid pollution of the marine environment |
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1.3 |
Potential non-compliance with cargo operation-related procedures are identified and rectified promptly |
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1.4 |
Cargo operations are carried out in a safe manner, taking into account oil tanker designs, systems and equipment |
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1.5 |
Proper loading, stowage and unloading of cargo is undertaken to ensures that stability and stress conditions remain within safe limits at all times |
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1.6 |
Actions taken and procedures are followed and correctly applied, and the appropriate shipboard cargo related equipment used |
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1.7 |
Calibration and use of monitoring and gas detection equipment are in compliance with operational practices and procedures |
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1.8 |
Procedures for monitoring and safety systems ensure that all alarms are detected promptly and acted upon in accordance with workplace emergency procedures |
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1.9 |
Personnel are allocated duties and informed of procedures and standards of work to be followed in a manner appropriate to the individuals concerned and in accordance with safe operational practices |
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2 |
Recognise physical and chemical properties of oil cargoes |
2.1 |
Information resources are used effectively to identify properties and characteristics of oil cargo and their impact on safety and environmental protection |
2.2 |
Information resources are used effectively to identify properties and characteristics of related gases and their impact on safety and vessel operation |
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3 |
Take precautions to prevent hazards |
3.1 |
Cargo-related hazards to the vessel are identified, risk assessed, and control measures are implemented |
3.2 |
Cargo-related hazards to personnel are correctly identified and proper control measures are taken |
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4 |
Apply work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) precautions |
4.1 |
Procedures designed to safeguard personnel and the ship are observed at all times |
4.2 |
Safe working practices are observed, and appropriate safety and protective equipment is correctly used |
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4.3 |
Working practices are conducted in accordance with legislative requirements, codes of practice, permits to work and environmental concerns |
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4.4 |
Breathing apparatus is used correctly by personnel |
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4.5 |
Entry into enclosed spaces is undertaken in accordance with workplace procedures |
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5 |
Respond to emergencies |
5.1 |
Type and impact of the emergency is promptly identified, and the response actions conform with workplace emergency procedures and contingency plans |
5.2 |
Order of priority, the levels and timescales of making reports and informing personnel are undertaken relevant to the nature of the emergency and accurately reflect the urgency of the problem |
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5.3 |
Evacuation, emergency shutdown (ESD) and isolation procedures are undertaken appropriate to the nature of the emergency and are implemented promptly |
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5.4 |
Medical emergency procedures are identified and required actions taken conform to current recognised first aid practices and international guidelines |
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6 |
Take precautions to prevent pollution of the environment |
6.1 |
Operations are conducted in accordance with accepted principles and workplace procedures to prevent pollution of the atmosphere |
6.2 |
Operations are conducted in accordance with accepted principles and workplace procedures to prevent pollution of the environment |
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7 |
Monitor and control compliance with legislative requirements |
7.1 |
Cargo handling is conducted in compliance with relevant IMO instruments |
7.2 |
Cargo handling is conducted in compliance with industrial standards and codes of safe working practices |
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7.3 |
Workplace documentation is completed in accordance with workplace procedures |
Foundation Skills
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency. |
Range of Conditions
Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment. |
Unit Mapping Information
This is a new unit. No equivalent unit. |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guide can be found in VetNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=772efb7b-4cce-47fe-9bbd-ee3b1d1eb4c2