Elements describe the essential outcomes.

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

1 

Safely dock vessel into dry dock or slipway 

1.1

Slipway or dry dock particulars are assessed for suitability for dry docking or slipping vessel

1.2

Ship supports, scaffolding and other service systems are assessed for compatibility to dry dock or slipway particulars

1.3

Plan is prepared for docking or slipping vessel

1.4

Cradle, supports and/or slings are prepared prior to slipping vessel

1.5

Vessel is made ready for slipping according to organisational and dry dock requirements

1.6

Vessel is slipped according to environmental safe work practices and safety instructions

2 

Inspect underwater hull, equipment and fittings 

2.1

Checks of vessel hull, equipment and fittings are carried out according to maintenance schedules and vessel manufacturer instructions

2.2

Deterioration in vessel structure, equipment and fittings is identified

2.3

Checks on watertight integrity of vessel are carried out according to organisational procedures and safety regulations

2.4

Damage to watertight integrity is identified and appropriate action is determined

2.5

Listed work plan is prepared to rectify all identified faults

2.6

Surveyor or authorised person is engaged to ensure appropriate certification can be issued or endorsed on completion of work, where applicable

3 

Select and use maintenance equipment and materials 

3.1

Tools and equipment are correctly identified, selected and used

3.2

Maintenance materials are obtained, prepared and used according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions

3.3

Environmental procedures are followed and waste from cleaning and maintenance tasks is collected, treated and disposed of, or recycled, according to organisational procedures

3.4

Malfunctions, faults, wear or damage to tools are reported according to organisational procedures

3.5

Equipment and tools are cleaned, returned to operating order and stored according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions

3.6

Chemicals are used and stored according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions

3.7

Paint is used and stored according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions

4 

Carry out required maintenance and repairs to hull, equipment and fittings 

4.1

Suitable personal protective clothing is selected and used according to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements

4.2

Permits for hot work, confined space entry and other high risk activities are completed according to organisational and regulatory requirements

4.3

Faults and imperfections in painted surfaces are repaired according to organisational procedures

4.4

Weathered surfaces are restored using cleaners and liquid abrasives

4.5

Lubricants are applied to moving parts of vessel underwater equipment according to manufacturer instructions

4.6

Corrosion control is carried out according to organisational procedures and manufacturer instructions

4.7

Action to ensure watertight integrity is completed

4.8

Routine adjustments are made to equipment and fittings according to manufacturer instructions

4.9

Faulty vessel machinery and fittings are identified and replacement procedures are implemented

5 

Supervise crew completing maintenance and repairs to hull, equipment and fittings 

5.1

Workload is organised in order of priority, taking into consideration all listed work including survey work

5.2

Maintenance tasks are allocated to appropriate crew members with consideration of individual experience and qualifications

5.3

Crew members are clearly briefed on their responsibility, maintenance tasks and WHS/OHS requirements

5.4

Guidance is provided appropriate to the maintenance task and individual experience

5.5

Completed work is checked to ensure maintenance is performed according to dry dock plan and organisational procedures

6 

Complete duties prior to refloating 

6.1

Final internal inspection of vessel is conducted to ensure all listed work is completed to a satisfactory standard

6.2

External inspection of hull and underside is carried out to ensure all listed work is completed to a satisfactory standard

6.3

All tank plugs that have been drawn are replaced

6.4

Crew are instructed on activities to be completed to make vessel ready for sailing

6.5

Check is conducted to ensure a full set of tank soundings has been taken and the distribution of fresh water, fuel and lubricating oil are according to soundings taken on arrival

6.6

Tank quantities are applied to complete stability check to ensure that the vessel has an acceptable GM once she floats clear of the keel blocks or slipway

6.7

All hatch covers are closed and watertight integrity of uppermost deck is assured

6.8

Anchors and cables are heaved up and stowed correctly, and all shore pipelines and powerlines are disconnected

6.9

Confirmation that refloating can proceed is agreed with person in charge of refloating operation

This section describes those language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills that are essential to performance.

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

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.

Slipway or dry dock particulars include one or more of the following:

• acceptable draught
• crane lifting capacities
• dimensions
• electric power supply
• firefighting provisions
• insurances
• policy and facility for atmospheric checks of confined spaces
• responsibility for WHS/OHS
• safe vessel access
• safe working load
• travel lifts and appropriate lifting equipment
• type of floor

Environmental procedures must include:

• application of paint
• disposal of waste from hull scraping operations
• disposal of waste material
• fuel transfer operations

Routine adjustments include one or more of the following:

• ranging and examination of anchors and cables
• withdrawing and examination of:

• propeller and shafts
• rudder and rudder stock