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

MARF027 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency MARF027 - Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment. This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry in a deck and or engine room capacity on vessels up to 80 m and with propulsion power <3000 kW within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ). They could be working independently or as part of a vessel crew.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 General Purpose Hand NC, Coxswain Grade 2 NC, Coxswain Grade 1 NC, Marine Engine Driver Grade 3 NC, Master (Inland waters), Master <24 m NC, Marine Engine Driver Grade 2 NC, Mate <80m NC, Master < 35 m NC and Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 NC, as defined in the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D. The AMSA mandated practical assessment (AMPA) is a requirement for AMSA certification. The Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) mandated practical assessment (AMPA) will cover a range, but not all, of the requirements identified in the Performance Evidence and Knowledge Evidence. The AMPA shall be undertaken in accordance with its instructions.Assessors of AMPA must hold as a minimum:a current certificate of competency issued under Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law Act 2012 at the same level as the qualification being assessed with at least 12 months relevant sea service, ora relevant seafarer certificate, as master, engineer or deck officer, issued under the Navigation Act 2012 or relevant skills and experience.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field F – Operational Quality and Safety
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: Prepare to abandon vessel
  • Nature of emergency is determined to minimise potential dangers and threats
       
Element: Muster and abandon vessel signals are responded to according to vessel safety procedures
       
Element: Survival equipment is organised to maximise chances of survival
       
Element: Emergency position indicating radio beacon (EPIRB) is operated to transmit distress signal
       
Element: Distress calls are made using radio equipment on distress call frequency, if time allows, to communicate the nature of the emergency
       
Element: Others are assisted to maximise their chances of survival
       
Element: Determine operational safety requirements
  • Relevant maritime legislation is identified and implemented
       
Element: Safety requirements for a range of near coastal vessels are identified, accessed and reviewed
       
Element: Lifesaving and survival equipment required on board a near coastal vessel are accurately identified
       
Element: Lifesaving equipment on board is checked and confirmed as serviceable
       
Element: Lifesaving and survival equipment certificates and documentation are checked for validity
       
Element: Vessel safety management systems (SMS) and plans are located, interpreted and applied
       
Element: Practise survival techniques
  • Typical emergency alarms and types of alarm systems are accurately identified
       
Element: Need to abandon vessel is determined according to established safety practice and procedures
       
Element: In-water survival techniques are implemented according to established safety practice and procedures
       
Element: Threats to survival are identified and treatment options are outlined
       
Element: Apply survival techniques
  • Lookout for vessels and aircraft is maintained and distress signals are released on sighting
       
Element: During an emergency, work is carried out collaboratively with other shipboard personnel and passengers as required
       
Element: During emergency and survival situations, appropriate communication skills and techniques are implemented
       
Element: Instructions given by rescue personnel to safely access rescue craft are followed
       
Element: Operate lifesaving and survival equipment
  • Range of pyrotechnic and distress signals are operated according to established safety practice and procedures
       
Element: Survival equipment is operated according to instructions and accepted survival practice
       
Element: Survival radio equipment is operated according to manufacturer instructions and regulatory protocols
       
Element: Lifejackets and other lifesaving equipment are operated and used according to instructions
       
Element: Participate in abandon vessel drills
  • Regulatory requirements and company procedures for musters and drills are identified and implemented
       
Element: Actions required for a range of muster signals are correctly identified
       
Element: Action is taken promptly to address problems that may arise when following vessel abandonment procedures
       
Element: Hazards are identified that may occur when abandoning vessel risks are minimised according to SMS, and established safety practice and procedures
       
Element: Information relevant to use of lifesaving equipment is accessed and applied
       
Element: Range of emergencies that may lead to vessel abandonment are outlined
       

Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Nature of emergency is determined to minimise potential dangers and threats 
 
 
 
 
 
Relevant maritime legislation is identified and implemented 
 
 
 
 
 
Typical emergency alarms and types of alarm systems are accurately identified 
 
 
 
Lookout for vessels and aircraft is maintained and distress signals are released on sighting 
 
 
 
Range of pyrotechnic and distress signals are operated according to established safety practice and procedures 
 
 
 
Regulatory requirements and company procedures for musters and drills are identified and implemented 
 
 
 
 
 

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