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

MARI004 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Observe regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 80 metres

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Issue Date: May 2024


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Unit of Competency MARI004 - Observe regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 80 metres
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to apply current Commonwealth, state and territory Acts, legislation, codes of practice and other publications pertaining to the safe operation of a vessel up to 80 m.This unit applies to people working in maritime industry in the capacity of:master on commercial vessels <35 m in length within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) or master a vessel up to 80 m in inshore waters or chief mate or deck watchkeeper on vessels <80 m in length within the EEZ; and master on commercial vessels <24 m in length in inland waters.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 (Inland waters), Master <24 metres NC and Master <35m 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 or deck officer, issued under the Navigation Act 2012.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field I – Regulations and Port 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: Interpret relevant maritime rules and regulations impacting on vessel operations and personal responsibilities
  • Regulatory requirements for vessel operations and maintenance are followed
       
Element: Duties and responsibilities as the person in charge of a vessel are recognised
       
Element: Relevant Commonwealth, state and territory or local legislation governing the vessel and the passage are identified
       
Element: Organisational procedures relating to the vessel’s safety management system (SMS) are identified
       
Element: Copies of relevant rules and regulations are stored in an accessible location on the vessel according to regulations
       
Element: Ensure continuous validity of vessel certification
  • Certification expiry dates for the vessel, renewal requirements and periodic inspections or extensions are checked to ensure continuous validity
       
Element: Survey items and equipment are tested, checked and maintained according to certificate conditions
       
Element: Arrangements for renewals and surveys are completed in a timely manner and comply with issuing authority requirements
       
Element: Vessel’s documents are completed and any effects of damage and alterations or additions to the vessel or operations are specified according to certification requirements and authority procedures
       
Element: Certificates and documentation are stored in a location on the vessel according to regulations
       
Element: Apply legislative and regulatory requirements to vessel operations and maintenance
  • Regulatory requirements relating to operations and maintenance of the vessel are interpreted and applied as required
       
Element: Vessel procedures for monitoring operations and maintenance are implemented
       
Element: Training and instruction, including induction training, on procedures is instigated to ensure crew comply with regulations
       
Element: Failure to comply with procedures is identified and dealt with according to organisational procedures
       
Element: Tasks are monitored to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
       
Element: Problems that may lead to potential non-compliance are promptly identified and rectified or reported according to organisational procedures
       
Element: Compliance with all relevant legislative and regulatory requirements is demonstrated while operating the vessel
       
Element: Maintain statutory records of compliance
  • Regulatory requirements related to records and reports are interpreted
       
Element: Records and reports are completed to comply with applicable regulations
       
Element: Records and reports are distributed to the required maritime authority at appropriate times and places
       
Element: Copies of records and reports are maintained according to regulatory requirements
       
Element: Evidence of current authorisation, training and relevant licences are maintained according to legal and regulatory requirements
       

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

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
Regulatory requirements for vessel operations and maintenance are followed 
 
 
 
 
Certification expiry dates for the vessel, renewal requirements and periodic inspections or extensions are checked to ensure continuous validity 
 
 
 
 
Regulatory requirements relating to operations and maintenance of the vessel are interpreted and applied as required 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Regulatory requirements related to records and reports are interpreted 
 
 
 
 

Forms

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