Modification History
Release 1
This is the first release of this unit.
This unit replaces and is equivalent to TDMMF5907A Work safely in enclosed spaces on a vessel.
Unit Descriptor
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to enter and work safely in confined spaces on a vessel.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to all maritime employees who could be required to work in, on or around confined spaces on board a vessel.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Identify confined spaces and their regulatory framework |
1.1 |
Characteristics of a confined space are outlined |
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Confined spaces in the workplace are identified |
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Regulations and standards relevant to confined space operations on vessels are identified |
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Relevant codes of practice and sources of guidance for undertaking confined space work are identified |
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Potential hazards of confined spaces are identified |
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Assess confined space for entry |
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Purpose and need to enter confined space is confirmed |
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Hazards in and around confined space and those associated with work to be performed are identified |
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Risk assessment is conducted and documented according to organisational procedures |
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2.4 |
Risk control measures are identified and documented |
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Obtain permission to enter confined space |
3.1 |
Process and documentation required for authorisation to enter confined space are identified |
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Permission to enter and work in confined space is sought from authorised personnel on vessel according to regulatory and organisational requirements |
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Permit requirements associated with confined space entry and work to be performed are confirmed and completed |
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Plan and prepare for entry |
4.1 |
Appropriate plan is prepared for completion of work activity in confined space |
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Process is followed to ensure confined space is ready for entry |
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4.3 |
Appropriate personal protective clothing and equipment is selected and used correctly |
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4.4 |
Entry equipment is made ready and used according to manufacturer operating instructions |
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4.5 |
Precautions during entry are identified to protect occupants |
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Apply emergency procedures |
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Role and responsibilities of standby person/s are clearly defined |
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Planned emergency procedures appropriate for circumstances are implemented |
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Personal protective equipment and emergency rescue equipment is selected, prepared and used |
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Conclude confined space operations |
6.1 |
Personnel involved and equipment used are accounted for |
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Equipment is cleaned, inspected and/or serviced prior to stowage |
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6.3 |
Confined space entry is secured, isolations are removed and space is returned to normal |
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Permit is withdrawn and documentation is completed according to regulatory requirements and organisational policy |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit. |
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Required Knowledge: |
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Evidence Guide
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, the required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts. Resources for assessment include access to:
In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
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Method of assessment |
Practical assessment must occur in an:
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended. In all cases where practical assessment is used it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess Required Knowledge. Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language and literacy requirements of the work being performed and the capacity of the candidate. |
Range Statement
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. |
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Characteristics of a confined space must include: |
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Confined spaces may include: |
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Regulations, standards and codes of practice must include: |
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Regulations, codes of practice and standards may include: |
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Vessels may include: |
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Hazards may include: |
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Risks may include: |
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Risk control measures may include: |
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Authorised personnel may include: |
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Permit requirements may include: |
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Ready for entry may include: |
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Personal protective clothing and equipment may include: |
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Entry equipment may include: |
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Precautions during entry may include: |
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Role and responsibilities of standby person/s may include: |
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Emergency rescue equipment may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
Competency Field
Operational Quality and Safety