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

MARC051 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 80 metres

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MARC051 - Operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 80 metres
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate steering gear and deck machinery on a vessel less than 80 metres.It includes preparing for operation, operating steering gear and deck machinery, and completing operations.This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry in the capacity of:Master of a commercial vessel less than 35 metres in length within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)Master of a vessel less than 80 metres in length in inshore watersChief Mate or Deck Watchkeeper on a vessel 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 of a commercial vessel less than 80 metres in length 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, 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 greater than or equal to 12 metres in length or realistic simulated workplace

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

tools, equipment, machinery and materials currently used in industry, including:

basic hydraulic systems

emergency steering gear

personal protective equipment (PPE)

winch or windlass or capstan.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field C – Equipment Operations
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: Equipment is set up in accordance with organisational procedures
       
Element: Tools and equipment appropriate to work requirements are selected, checked for safety and set up for operation
       
Element: Equipment faults or malfunctions are identified and reported according to organisational procedures
       
Element: Work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) hazards in the work area are identified, and risks are assessed and reported according to organisational procedures
       
Element: Operate steering gear and deck machinery
  • Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used according to organisational procedures
       
Element: Steering gear and deck machinery are operated in a safe and controlled manner
       
Element: Performance and efficiency of steering gear and deck machinery operations is monitored
       
Element: Safe operational practices are used to anticipate and control hazards
       
Element: Adverse sea and weather conditions which may impact on the operation of steering gear and deck machinery are identified and operational practices are adjusted to maintain safety of vessel and personnel
  • Shutdown procedures are conducted according to manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures
       
Element: Malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage to steering gear and deck machinery are reported according to organisational procedures
       
Element: Steering gear and deck machinery are cleaned and secured according to organisational procedures
       
Element: Operational records are completed according to organisational procedures
       


Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

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:

applying instructions on the operation of steering gear and deck machinery

communicating effectively with others

completing required records relating to the operation of steering gear and deck machinery

following work schedules in accordance with organisational instructions and safety management system (SMS)

initiating and operating emergency steering systems

recognising faulty equipment and taking appropriate action

recognising routine hazards and problems while operating steering gear and deck machinery

selecting and using relevant tools and equipment

working safely and collaboratively with others when operating and maintaining deck machinery and steering gear.

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:

basic principles of hydraulics

communication techniques and signals needed during the operation of steering gear and deck machinery on vessels less than 80 metres

principal features and operating characteristics of steering gear and deck machinery used on vessels less than 80 metres

problems related to the operation of steering gear and deck machinery and appropriate actions and solutions

procedures for checking and inspecting steering gear and deck machinery used on vessels less than 80 metres

procedures for the safe operation of steering gear and deck machinery

procedures for, and operation of, emergency steering systems

records that must be maintained on a vessel less than 80 metres

relevant state and territory maritime work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and pollution control regulations and policies

safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures relevant to the operation of steering gear and deck machinery.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

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
 
 
 
 
Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used according to organisational procedures 
 
 
 
Shutdown procedures are conducted according to manufacturer instructions and organisational procedures 
 
 
 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

MARC051 - Operate deck machinery and steering gear on a vessel up to 80 metres
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