MAR40320 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal)

Release: 2

MAR40320 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal)

Modification History

Release 2. This is the second release of this qualification in the MAR Maritime Training Package with minor change to licensing and regulatory information.
Release 1. This is the first release of this qualification in the MAR Maritime Training Package.

Qualification Description

This qualification is suitable for those sailing as Master on vessels up to 45 metres in length within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) or a Mate on vessels up to 100 metres in length. Licensing/Regulatory Information This level of qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal as defined by Marine Order 505 (Certificates of competency - National law) 2022. Certification as a Master less than 45 metres Near Coastal (as defined by Marine Order 505) will require achievement of the MAR40320 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal), certification as a Master less than 24 metres Near Coastal, an appropriate radio certificate of proficiency, Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) final assessment and an AMSA approved first aid certificate. People seeking certification should check with AMSA. This level of qualification is also currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a Mate less than 100 metres Near Coastal as defined by Marine Order 505 (Certificates of competency - national law) 2022. Certification as a Mate less than 100 metres Near Coastal will require achievement of the MAR40320 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 45 metres Near Coastal), qualifying sea service and completion of AMSA approved task book or qualifying sea service, an appropriate radio certificate of proficiency, AMSA final assessment and an AMSA approved first aid certificate. People seeking certification should check with AMSA.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Packaging Rules

Total number of units = 22 core units
Core units
HLTAID011	Provide First Aid
MARA022	Manage loading, discharging and stowing of cargo
MARA024	Manage vessel stability
MARB030	Slip or dock a vessel and maintain hull on a vessel up to 80 metres
MARB046	Plan and supervise routine maintenance on a vessel up to 80 metres
MARC047	Manage a propulsion unit using appropriate engine systems and support services
MARC048	Monitor and manage vessel operations
MARC051	Operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 80 metres
MARF027	Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment
MARF028	Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel
MARF029	Meet work health and safety requirements
MARF030	Survive at sea using survival craft
MARG007	Manage a small crew
MARH015	Manage and maintain a navigational watch on board vessels up to 80 metres
MARH016	Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 80 metres
MARH017	Use wheelhouse equipment for safe navigation
MARH019	Forecast weather and oceanographic conditions
MARI004	Observe regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 80 metres
MARJ007	Monitor environmental management on a vessel
MARK009	Manoeuvre a vessel up to 80 metres
MARN013	Manage seaworthiness of a vessel up to 80 metres
RIIWHS202E	Enter and work in confined spaces

Qualification Mapping Information

This qualification replaces and is equivalent to MAR40618 Certificate IV in Maritime Operations (Master up to 35 metres Near Coastal).

Links

Companion Volume Implementation Guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=772efb7b-4cce-47fe-9bbd-ee3b1d1eb4c2