Unit of competency
Modification History
Release 1. New unit of competency. Licensing/regulatory information has been incorporated in accordance with Regulatory requirements. Assessment Requirements have been strengthened in accordance with Regulatory requirements. |
Application
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to safely operate the main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems on a vessel <12 m in length. This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry in the capacity of:
Licensing/Regulatory Information Legislative and regulatory requirements are applicable to this unit. This unit is one of the requirements to obtain Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certification as a Coxswain Grade 1 NC as defined in the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D. The AMSA mandated practical assessment (AMPA) is a requirement for AMSA certification. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) mandated practical assessment (AMPA) will cover a range, but not all, of the requirements identified in the Performance Evidence and Knowledge Evidence. The AMPA shall be undertaken in accordance with its instructions. Assessors of AMPA must hold as a minimum:
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Pre-requisite Unit
Not Applicable |
Competency Field
C – Equipment Operations |
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 |
Prepare propulsion unit and auxiliary system for use |
1.1 |
Appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment is selected, used, maintained and stored according to work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements |
1.2 |
Routine pre-operational checks are carried out on equipment according to manufacturer specifications and workplace requirements |
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1.3 |
Deviations from the norm are promptly identified and rectified |
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1.4 |
Adjustments are made to achieve a safe and efficient operation |
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1.5 |
Inability to start up equipment is reported promptly and accurately to appropriate personnel |
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2 |
Operate propulsion unit and auxiliary system |
2.1 |
Equipment is operated in a safe and controlled manner |
2.2 |
Performance and efficiency of equipment is monitored according to manufacturer instructions |
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2.3 |
Equipment is maintained within defined operating limits when running, to achieve optimum safety and efficiency |
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2.4 |
Environmental implications associated with operating equipment are identified and controlled |
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2.5 |
Deviations from normal operations are promptly identified |
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2.6 |
Action is taken to rectify irregularities to maintain optimum safety and efficiency |
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3 |
Check and complete propulsion unit and auxiliary system operation |
3.1 |
Equipment shutdown procedures are carried out according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures |
3.2 |
Equipment operational records are maintained according to workplace procedures |
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3.3 |
Equipment damage, malfunctions or irregular performance are recorded and reported according to workplace procedures |
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3.4 |
Equipment is cleaned according to manufacturer specifications and 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 unit replaces and is equivalent to MARC006 Operate main propulsion unit and auxiliary systems. |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=772efb7b-4cce-47fe-9bbd-ee3b1d1eb4c2