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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Prepare for sea
  2. Spares and stores required for proposed voyage are acquired
  3. Flammable or explosive materials are stowed and managed according to regulatory and organisational requirements
  4. Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards in engine room are identified, risk assessed and corrective actions taken according to organisational practices
  5. Pre-start checks are conducted on machinery and equipment according to organisational procedures and manufacturer specifications
  6. Engines are started according to manufacturer specifications and vessel procedures
  7. Starting faults are recognised and rectified according to manufacturer specifications and fault-finding procedures
  8. Operate engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary systems
  9. Main propulsion plant and auxiliary systems are operated and monitored to ensure they are within operating limits specified by vessel procedures and manufacturer recommendations
  10. Environmental implications associated with operation of engine, propulsion plant and auxiliary systems are identified and controlled where possible
  11. Accidental or operational discharge of polluting substances are recorded according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures
  12. Operational faults are recognised and rectified in accordance with manufacturer specifications and fault-finding procedures
  13. Operational records are kept according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures
  14. Appropriate action is taken when a malfunction or emergency occurs
  15. Secure vessel after voyage
  16. Damage and repairs requiring action are recorded according to organisational procedures