MARB034 - Carry out basic welding, brazing, cutting and machining operations on a coastal vessel assessment tool

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MARB034
Carry out basic welding, brazing, cutting and machining operations on a coastal vessel

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to carry out basic welding, brazing, cutting and machining tasks.

It includes carrying out basic welding, brazing, cutting and machining tasks and following safety and hazard control procedures.

This unit applies to persons working in the maritime industry in the capacity of:

Chief Engineer on vessels with inboard engines less than 1500 kW within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)

Second Engineer on vessels with inboard engines less than 3000 kW within the EEZ

Chief or Second Engineer on vessels with outboard engines with unlimited propulsion power within the EEZ

assistant under the direct supervision of the Chief Engineer

worker in the engine room of a vessel less than 80 metres in length with propulsion power less than 3000 kW.

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 Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 Near Coastal as defined in the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D.

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Evidence Required

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Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

carrying out basic welding, brazing, cutting and machining tasks while underway, in port and moored or at anchor

cleaning, sharpening or adjusting tools according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)

dressing and truing a grinding wheel

following required work schedule according to company requirements

identifying a glazed, loaded or untrue grinding wheel condition and taking appropriate action

interpreting and applying instructions and SOPs relevant to basic welding, brazing, cutting and machining operations required on a coastal vessel

interpreting work specifications and drawings

marking out work to specifications, and measuring and checking the quality of finished work

performing basic calculations required to carry out basic welding, brazing, cutting and machining operations

recognising routine problems that may occur when performing basic welding, brazing, cutting and machining operations on a vessel and taking appropriate action

selecting and safely using welding, brazing, cutting and machining tools and equipment according to operating procedures

storing welding, brazing, cutting and machining tools and equipment after use according to standard procedures

taking action promptly to report operational incidents and problems according to regulations and shipboard procedures

using effective verbal and other communication skills required when carrying out basic welding, brazing, cutting and machining operations on a vessel

working safely and collaboratively with others when carrying out basic welding, brazing, cutting and machining operations on a vessel.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

applicable sections of relevant maritime regulations

applicable legislation, regulations and codes of practice, including:

National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) and Uniform Shipping Laws (USL) Code

relevant Australian engineering standards

relevant state and territory marine regulations

relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (WHS/OHS) and pollution control legislation and policies

basic operations within area of own responsibility, including:

basic butt welds

basic fillet welds

basic machining operation

basic pad welds

manual metal arc welding

oxygen acetylene welding

characteristics and identifying features of common engineering drill bits

documentation and records, including:

maintenance records

manufacturer instructions for tools and equipment

relevant safety data sheets (SDS)/material safety data sheets (MSDS)

safety management system (SMS) plans, procedures, checklists and instructions

work instructions

vessel and company procedures

environmental protection measures when carrying out basic engineering tasks

hazards and related safety precautions when carrying out basic welding, brazing, cutting and machining tasks

operational hazards, including:

moving and rotating machinery

moving heavy loads using unsafe procedures

non-compliance with safe working procedures

poor housekeeping procedures

power tools

sharp tools and implements

unsecured machinery, components or equipment

using equipment beyond safe working limits

using welding equipment near explosive/flammable liquids and gases

operating procedures for basic welding, brazing, cutting and machining tasks required of a Marine Engine Driver Grade 1

procedures for:

identifying a glazed, loaded or untrue grinding wheel condition

dressing and/or truing a grinding wheel

procedures for marking out work to specifications and measuring and checking the quality of finished work, including the correct use of:

adjustable gauge

callipers

centre punch hammers

dividers

rules and tapes

scribers

squares

trammels

vernier callipers and micrometer

SMS and procedures

techniques for identifying defective welds within limits of responsibility

types, names and identifying features of drilling machines used on coastal maritime vessels

typical work specifications and drawings used on a coastal vessel.

Assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Practical assessment must occur in a workplace, or realistic simulated workplace, under the normal range of workplace conditions.

Simulations and scenarios may be used where situations cannot be provided in the workplace or may occur only rarely, in particular for situations relating to emergency procedures and adverse weather conditions where assessment would be unsafe, impractical or may lead to environmental damage.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

a commercial vessel with inboard diesel propulsion power of greater than or equal to 375 kW or workshop ashore

tools, equipment, machinery, materials and personal protective equipment (PPE) currently used in industry

applicable documentation, such as legislation, regulations, codes of practice, workplace procedures and operational manuals.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title] Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.