Assessor Resource
MEM50008
Carry out trip preparation and planning
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024
This unit of competency was developed by the National Marine Safety Committee (NMSC) and defines the skills and knowledge required to plan and prepare for a safe boating trip and includes maintenance of the boat and safety equipment as well as mooring and berthing apparatus.
This unit is one of three core competencies that have been adopted by all government marine safety authorities to contribute to and promote the safe use of waterways and awareness of boating safety and applies specifically to mechanical powered recreational boats, including personal watercraft. However, it is recognised that some aspects of this competency apply to any recreational vessel.
Where general operational checks and basic assessment of the condition of a vessel are required units MEM50006 Check operational capability of marine craft and MEM50007 Check operational capability of sails and sail operating equipment should be selected as appropriate.
Unit MEM50009 Safely operate a mechanically powered recreational boat and unit MEM50010 Respond to boating emergencies and incidents are the other two NMSC core units.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Band: E
Unit Weight: 0
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