Elements and Performance Criteria
- Operate inboard and outboard motors
- Fuel is checked to ensure there is adequate fuel, including a reserve, on board
- Motor is started and stopped safely and correctly
- Motor controls are used to manoeuvre the vessel safely to complete work tasks
- Motor is operated within safe limits during normal manoeuvres
- Secure vessel on completion of work task
- Fuel system is closed down
- Fuel is stored to minimise environmental and fire hazards as appropriate
- Unserviceable equipment is reported and tagged out as unserviceable
- Maintain inboard and outboard motors
- Batteries and connections are maintained to ensure reliable electrical supply to the motor
- Engine and gearbox oil is checked and lubrication is applied
- Engine mounting gear is checked as necessary
- Identify basic inboard and outboard motor faults
- Electrical faults are identified, tagged out and reported
- Motor propulsion faults are identified, tagged out and reported