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 perform manoeuvres on a ship in all operating conditions and in emergencies. 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.
Near Coastal Qualifications:
Blue Waters Qualifications:
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Pre-requisite Unit
Not applicable. |
Competency Field
K – Manoeuvring Ships |
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 |
Manoeuvre ship in normal operations |
1.1 |
Ship heading is maintained within acceptable limits to meet the requirements of the operating situation |
1.2 |
Alterations of heading and power are smooth and controlled |
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1.3 |
Suitable mode of steering is selected for the manoeuvre to meet the requirements of the operating situation |
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1.4 |
Constant rate of turn techniques are used to achieve constant radius turns during manoeuvres |
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1.5 |
Safe operating limits of ship propulsion, steering and power systems are not exceeded in normal manoeuvres |
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2 |
Make adjustments to ship course and speed to maintain safe navigation |
2.1 |
Effects of operational environment on ship performance are evaluated at regular intervals |
2.2 |
Implications of the changed operational environment on ship handling are assessed |
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2.3 |
Appropriate alterations to ship heading and power are made in response to the assessment of the operational environment |
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3 |
Manoeuvre ship during adverse weather |
3.1 |
Impending adverse weather conditions are identified and implications for ship operations are evaluated |
3.2 |
Preparations are made to minimise risk and damage to ship and personnel |
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3.3 |
Communications are made with engine room to ensure main engines are readied for manoeuvring |
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3. 4 |
Ship heading and power is maintained in response to adverse weather and sea conditions |
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4 |
Manoeuvre ship in emergencies |
4.1 |
Nature of emergency is established and initial action is taken |
4.2 |
Risk to the ship and the safety of persons onboard is assessed |
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4.3 |
Appropriate manoeuvres are made during the emergency to maintain the safety of the ship |
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4.4 |
Propulsion equipment is used and monitored to assist in completing actions safely |
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4.5 |
Safe operating limits of propulsion and steering equipment are not exceeded |
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 MARK004 Perform basic vessel manoeuvres. |
Links
Companion Volume implementation guide can be found in VetNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=772efb7b-4cce-47fe-9bbd-ee3b1d1eb4c2