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

MEM50009 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Safely operate a mechanically powered recreational boat

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Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency MEM50009 - Safely operate a mechanically powered recreational boat
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency was developed by the National Marine Safety Committee (NMSC) and defines the skills and knowledge required to safely handle/operate a powered recreational boat on coastal and inland waters and includes manoeuvring and handling the boat as well as safe navigation and anchoring.This unit is one of three core competencies that have been adopted by all government marine safety authorities to contribute to and promote the safe use of waterways and awareness of boating safety and applies specifically to mechanical powered recreational boats, including personal watercraft. However, it is recognised that some aspects of this competency apply to any recreational vessel.Unit MEM50008 Carry out trip preparation and planning and unit MEM50010 Respond to boating emergencies and incidents are the other two NMSC core units.Some jurisdictions may require the holder of this unit to be licensed or certified and users should check with the relevant authorities.Band: AUnit Weight: 2
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Boating services
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: Navigate safely
  • Identify aids to small craft navigation
  • Apply collision avoidance techniques when required in accordance with relevant legislation, recognised regulations and rules
  • Carry out operation of the boat at all times in accordance with relevant legislation, recognised regulations and rules
  • Use navigational aids and landmarks to determine and monitor boat position
  • Take into account hazards and conditions in navigating the boat
       
Element: Anchor the boat
  • Select anchorage site in accordance with prevailing and forecast conditions and in accordance with legislation
  • Use type of anchor and anchoring system suitable for location
  • Lower, set and monitor anchor according to prevailing conditions
  • Retrieve and securely stow anchor
       
Element: Manoeuvre and handle the boat
  • Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
       
Element: Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
       
Element: Undertake a pre-start checks and start motor
       
Element: Manoeuvre boat safely according to conditions and in accordance with water traffic regulations
       
Element: Monitor performance of the boat and personnel at all times
       
Element: Consider impact of boat use on others and the environment
       
Element: Use safety equipment, stow and, as required, wear in accordance with legislation and recognised regulations and rules
  • Identify aids to small craft navigation
       
Element: Apply collision avoidance techniques when required in accordance with relevant legislation, recognised regulations and rules
       
Element: Carry out operation of the boat at all times in accordance with relevant legislation, recognised regulations and rules
       
Element: Use navigational aids and landmarks to determine and monitor boat position
       
Element: Take into account hazards and conditions in navigating the boat
  • Select anchorage site in accordance with prevailing and forecast conditions and in accordance with legislation
       
Element: Use type of anchor and anchoring system suitable for location
       
Element: Lower, set and monitor anchor according to prevailing conditions
       
Element: Retrieve and securely stow anchor
       

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.

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Pre-start checks include the following:

fuel is connected

battery is charged and connected

kill switch

fumes and petrol

fuel and water leaks

hatches/windows/doors are open

ventilation

sea-cock opening

loose gear is secured

marine radio is turned on and radio aerials raised

bilge water levels checked

navigation lights

Manoeuvring conditions include the following:

from or to a ramp, pontoon, wharf, mooring, anchor, confined areas, such as narrow channels, marinas, moorings and obstructions

sea-states, including bars, waves, rips, high seas, tidal surges, choppy conditions and wakes

low speed/high speed

poor visibility

effect of wind

large vessels

Safe manoeuvring includes the following:

steer straight line

astern

figure-eight

right of way

port-starboard

throttle control

emergency stop

trim and stability of vessel

towing or being towed

berthing

standing-on/stemming the tide

retrieval of person overboard

Monitoring includes the following:

cooling system

bilge

portholes and hatches

location and welfare of persons on board

oil, fuel and water

radio

position of boat

other water users

battery and electrical systems

Others and environment include the following:

noise

wake

safety of others

disturbance or injury to wildlife

disposal of waste and bilge water

effects of detergent and anti-foul

fuelling arrangements

Aids to small craft navigation include one (1) or more of the following:

IALA Buoyage System ‘A’

charts

compasses

global positioning system (GPS)

sounder

tide tables

passage plan

marine references

notices to mariners

radio navigational warnings

Relevant legislation, recognised regulations and rules include the following:

collision regulations:

navigating in narrow channels

giving way to other vessels

overtaking, proper lookout

sound signals

lights and shapes

responsibilities and duty of care

use of buoyage system

speed

recognition of lights and markers

rules of road

recognition of operation areas

specific activity rules, e.g. personal watercraft (PWCs), water skis and equipment requirements

accident/incident reporting

marine regulations:

safety regulations

licensing and registration

speed limit restrictions

distance off requirements

port limits/rules

marine incident reporting

carrying capacity

drug and alcohol limits/effects

age of operators

environmental and wildlife regulations as relevant and applicable to the operation of boats

Hazards and conditions include the following:

weather

set and drift

effect of wind, tide and currents

submerged objects

other boats and wash

restricted waters

crossing bars

Types of anchor include one (1) or more of the following:

Danforth

Grapnel/Reef

Bruce

Plough

Admiralty

Sarca

sea anchor

Anchoring systems include one (1) or more of the following:

multiple anchors

bow and stern anchors

mooring buoy

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
Identify aids to small craft navigation 
Apply collision avoidance techniques when required in accordance with relevant legislation, recognised regulations and rules 
Carry out operation of the boat at all times in accordance with relevant legislation, recognised regulations and rules 
Use navigational aids and landmarks to determine and monitor boat position 
Take into account hazards and conditions in navigating the boat 
Select anchorage site in accordance with prevailing and forecast conditions and in accordance with legislation 
Use type of anchor and anchoring system suitable for location 
Lower, set and monitor anchor according to prevailing conditions 
Retrieve and securely stow anchor 
Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) 
 
 
 
 
 
Identify aids to small craft navigation 
 
 
 
Select anchorage site in accordance with prevailing and forecast conditions and in accordance with legislation 
 
 
 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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