Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

MARA022 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Manage loading, discharging and stowing of cargo

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MARA022 - Manage loading, discharging and stowing of cargo
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to manage the loading, discharging and stowage of cargo to prevent damage or deterioration of cargo and to deliver it, as far as is possible, in as good a condition and order as it was when received onboard.It includes planning the stow, planning load/unload with stevedores, preparing for loading, controlling loading/unloading of cargo, managing ballast management operations and monitoring care of cargo during voyage.This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry in the capacity of:Master on commercial vessels less than 35 metres in length within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)Master on vessels less than 80 metres in length in inshore watersChief Mate or Deck Watchkeeper on vessels less than 80 metres in length within the EEZ.Licensing/Regulatory InformationLegislative 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 Master less than 35 metres Near Coastal and Mate less than 80 metres Near Coastal as defined in the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.

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, 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 greater than or equal to12 metres in length

applicable documentation, such as legislation, regulations, codes of practice, safety management system (SMS), workplace procedures and operational manuals, including:

IMDG Code

International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes Code (IMSBC)

stability books

tools, equipment, machinery, materials and personal protective equipment (PPE) currently used in industry.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field A – Handling Cargo and Vessel Stability
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Still water shear forces and bending moments in any load or ballast condition are identified and not exceeded
       
Element: Load is planned to ensure stresses in vessel are minimised by evenly distributing cargo
       
Element: Load is planned to avoid incompatible cargo stowage
       
Element: Regulations relating to hazardous materials/dangerous goods are observed, where appropriate
       
Element: Load is planned for unloading sequence
       
Element: Vessel cargo carrying capacity is not exceeded for appropriate load line
       
Element: Vessel trim is calculated to allow for optimum vessel performance at sea
       
Element: Plan load/unload with stevedores
  • Available port/vessel cargo handling gear and equipment are determined
       
Element: Handling capacity of cargo handling gear and equipment are established
       
Element: Pumping capacity of cargo pumps is verified
       
Element: Availability and status of human resources are resolved
       
Element: Cargo manifest is made available
       
Element: Cargo stowage plan is completed and agreed with stevedores
       
Element: Stability calculation is made and checked against vessel stability information manual
       
Element: Notice of readiness to load/unload is provided
  • Holds are checked to ensure they are clean, dry and free of odour
       
Element: Safety arrangements in holds are verified to ensure they are operational
       
Element: Supplies of dunnage and mats are reviewed to ensure there are sufficient available
       
Element: Bilges are covered with tarpaulins/wrappers before loading
       
Element: Checks are made to ensure cargo is correctly identified, inspected and confirmed against documentation
       
Element: Preparations for loading are monitored according to stowage plan and organisational procedures
       
Element: Control loading/unloading of cargo
  • Instructions are given to crew and stevedores involved in cargo loading/unloading according to cargo stowage plan
       
Element: Compliance with regulations, procedures and instructions pertaining to type of cargo being handled is managed during loading/unloading operations
       
Element: Loading/unloading is monitored to ensure loading rate is not exceeded in the case of bulk or liquid cargo
       
Element: Vessel stability is observed during loading/unloading operations
       
Element: Loading/unloading operations are checked against stowage plan
       
Element: Cargo is secured and lashed according to lashing plan
       
Element: All cargo handling documentation is completed according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements
       
Element: Manage ballast management operations
  • Ballast discharge requirements of port authority are complied with
       
Element: Ballast management activities are monitored according to organisational procedures, ballast water management plan and port authority requirements
       
Element: Ballast management problems are identified and appropriate actions are taken to minimise risk to the environment
       
Element: Monitor care of cargo during voyage
  • Vessel plan for care of cargo during the voyage is implemented according to organisational and customer requirements, and relevant regulations
       
Element: Ventilation and humidity control systems are checked
       
Element: Action required to maintain the wellbeing of cargo during the voyage is initiated according to customer requirements and organisational procedures
       
Element: Compliance with safety and hazard minimisation procedures and regulations related to cargo care is managed at all times during the voyage to maintain safety of personnel, cargo and vessel
       
Element: Appropriate action is taken in the event of a cargo-related incident or emergency to rectify problem, secure cargo and maintain safety of vessel and personnel
       


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:

developing effective cargo stowage plans, including:

cargo weight

correct description and stowage of hazardous and dangerous goods

description of cargo to be loaded

load/discharge port

segregation of non-compatible cargo

monitoring use of cargo handling gear and equipment involved in loading, stowage, security and unloading of cargo

using and applying instructions, regulations, procedures and information relevant to loading, stowage, security and unloading of cargo

using stability manual and ensuring stability calculations are within appropriate parameters for proposed cargo operation.

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:

actions to be taken in the event of cargo-related incidents or emergencies, including:

cargo handling gear failure

cargo shift

leakage

spontaneous combustion

ballast management issues and procedures, including:

ballast water management plan

confirming that the stowage plan conforms to stability requirements at all stages of loading and discharging

contaminated ballast

failure of ballast pumps

cargo handling documentation requirements

design of vessel hold

effects on cargo handling of sea conditions, wind and weather

effects of different types of cargo operations on vessel trim and stability

effects upon stability during loading and discharging operations, including heeling moments from gear and loads

emergency procedures for incidents involving dangerous and hazardous cargo, including:

enhanced survey regime

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

monitoring of cargo stowage areas for damage, defects and corrosion, including causes and prevention

safe working loads

hazardous materials/dangerous goods, including:

any cargo described in the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code as hazardous or dangerous

relevant documentation

homogeneous loading

main stresses set up by cargo, hogging, sagging and shearing

methods of handling various types of cargo

methods of handling and problems related to loading, stowage, security and unloading of cargo, including:

bulk cargo

containerised cargo

deck cargo

liquid cargo

refrigerated cargo

any other material, equipment or machinery that may be safely handled and stowed on the vessel

operational characteristics of different types of shipboard and terminal-based cargo handling equipment and facilities

principles of cargo care for various types of cargo monitoring procedures and scheduling of inspections

procedures for carrying out calculations involving weights, capacities, stowage factors and load densities

regulations relating to hazardous materials/dangerous goods, including the IMDG Code

relevant sections of applicable maritime regulations

relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and cargo handling legislation, codes of practice, policies and procedures

shipboard and terminal-based cargo handling equipment involved in loading, stowage, security and unloading of cargo, including:

cargo pumps

cranes

derricks

grabs

hooks, wires and shackles

slings

standard stowage position numbering systems used on container vessels

static and dynamic loads

survey and inspection requirements for cargo handling equipment

types of lashing and securing devices

typical types and sizes of shipping containers

use of cargo handling gear, including purchases and tackles

usual methods of packing, loading and discharging, stowage and dunnage

various types of cargo likely to be carried; their peculiar characteristics, liability to damage, decay or deterioration; their measurements; their hazards and problems, and appropriate preventative and remedial action and solutions

ways of restricting vessel stress levels within permitted levels within permitted limits during loading/discharging cargo.

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.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Available port/vessel cargo handling gear and equipment are determined 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Holds are checked to ensure they are clean, dry and free of odour 
 
 
 
 
 
Instructions are given to crew and stevedores involved in cargo loading/unloading according to cargo stowage plan 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Ballast discharge requirements of port authority are complied with 
 
 
Vessel plan for care of cargo during the voyage is implemented according to organisational and customer requirements, and relevant regulations 
 
 
 
 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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