This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to manage refuelling and fuel transfer operations.

This includes planning refuelling or fuel transfer operations, preparing vessel for refuelling or fuel transfer operations, completing refuelling operations and managing an emergency.

This unit of competency applies to people working in the maritime industry in the capacity of:

Chief Engineer on vessels with inboard engines less than 1500 kW within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)

Second Engineer on vessels with inboard engines less than 3000 kW within the EEZ

Chief or Second Engineer on vessels with outboard engines with unlimited propulsion power within the EEZ

an assistant under the direct supervision of the Chief Engineer

worker in the engine room of a vessel less than 80 metres long with propulsion power less than 3000 kW.

Licensing/Regulatory Information

Legislative 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 Marine Engine Driver Grade 1 Near Coastal as defined in the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Plan refuelling or fuel transfer operations

1.1

Fuel tanks are dipped to establish current level of fuel

1.2

Fuel is ordered according to organisational procedures

1.3

Amount and positioning of fuel onboard vessel is calculated with reference to tank tables

1.4

Impact of refuelling on safety and operation of vessel is determined and appropriate strategies are implemented

1.5

Local port authorities are informed of vessel location for bunkering operations and duration of bunkering

2

Prepare vessel for refuelling or fuel transfer operations

2.1

Vessel is positioned and secured for refuelling

2.2

All personal protective equipment (PPE) is accessed and used

2.3

Bunkering equipment is correctly deployed according to organisational procedures

2.4

Safety zone for refuelling process is established and maintained for full duration of operation

2.5

Procedures for refuelling are established with bunker operator and completed lists are checked according to organisation and safety management system (SMS) requirements

2.6

Bunker hose is securely connected to vessel fuel manifold

2.7

Tank valves are opened, as necessary, and refuelling operations are performed safely according to SMS and regulatory requirements

2.8

Tanks are dipped to ensure correct amount of fuel has been received

2.9

Fuel samples are taken to check quality of fuel received and appropriate action is taken if fuel sample is not to specification

3

Complete refuelling operations

3.1

Shutdown procedures are conducted according to organisational procedures

3.2

Malfunctions, faults, irregular performance or damage to refuelling equipment are recorded and repairs are organised according to organisational procedures

3.3

Refuelling equipment is maintained and secured according to organisational procedures

3.4

Refuelling records are completed according to organisational procedures and regulatory requirements

4

Manage an emergency

4.1

Appropriate response is made to an emergency situation according to organisational procedures

4.2

Safety zone is closed off and isolated according to organisational procedures

4.3

All persons in the safety zone are correctly notified and their activities are managed to ensure safety according to organisational procedures

4.4

Appropriate authorities are notified and actions are taken as directed according to emergency procedures and regulatory requirements

4.5

Documentation of emergency is completed according to organisational procedures and relevant maritime authority

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:

completing refuelling records, including:

bunker receipt

logbook entry

oil record book

implementing procedures for refuelling, including:

emergency disconnection procedures

flow rates

system of communication with supplier in relation to starting and shutdown procedures

implementing shutdown procedures, including:

blowing through of bunker hoses

disconnecting bunker hose

isolating fuel valves

stowing equipment

measuring tank levels

recognising faulty equipment and taking appropriate action

recognising problems and hazards during refuelling and fuel transfer operations, and taking appropriate action

selecting and using relevant equipment required for refuelling and fuel transfer operations

taking appropriate action in an accidental spillage, fire or safety incident during refuelling and fuel transfer operations.

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:

environmental protection measures to be applied during refuelling or transfer operations

functions and responsibilities of crew during refuelling or transfer operations

hazards and safety precautions to be observed during refuelling or transfer operations

impact of refuelling on safety and operation of vessel, including:

hot work

increase in the potential for fire

loading and discharging operations

stability, including the free surface effect

toxic fumes

work being conducted by others

emergency situations whilst refuelling

refuelling and fuel transfer procedures applying to commercial vessels, including:

bunding

bunker flag

fire-extinguishers

measuring tank levels

no smoking signs

radios

sample containers

scupper plugs

sounding tape

spill kit

tank tables

tank tables and fuel line diagrams

requirements for reporting incidents

safety zones, including:

area where no smoking or hot work is permitted

systems that can contain a spill

work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) and pollution control legislation and policies.

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 with inboard diesel propulsion power of greater than or equal to 375 kW or appropriate engine, propulsion plant and auxiliary systems ashore

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

relevant personal protective equipment (PPE)

relevant equipment required for bunkering

tools, equipment, machinery and materials currently used in industry.

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Not applicable.

B - Equipment Checking and Maintenance