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Evidence Guide: MARG008 - Manage a vessel and its crew

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MARG008 - Manage a vessel and its crew

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Command structure is established appropriate to vessel

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Command structure is communicated to crew and external authorities who have a regulatory interest in vessel

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Command information management system is implemented

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Communication mechanisms and procedures are implemented between levels of command according to organisational procedures

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Liaison is established and maintained to meet control and command requirements

  1. Operational plan is developed in consultation with relevant personnel
Operational plan is developed in consultation with relevant personnel

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Key performance indicators (KPIs) are developed, detailed and included in operational plan

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Contingency plans are developed and implemented at appropriate stages of operational planning

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Both human and physical resource acquisition is planned and managed according to organisational procedures

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Standard operating procedures (SOPs) are developed in an appropriate format

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Performance systems and processes to assess progress in achieving profit and productivity plans and targets are developed, monitored and reviewed

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Areas of under-performance are identified and prompt action taken to rectify the situation

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Recommendations for variations to operational plans are negotiated according to organisational procedures

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Systems to ensure procedures and records associated with documenting performance are managed according to organisational procedures

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Apply task and workload management

  1. Workload of crew members is planned taking into account time and resource constraints and hours of work and rest requirements
Workload of crew members is planned taking into account time and resource constraints and hours of work and rest requirements

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Crew are assigned workload priority and performance expectations are communicated clearly

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Workload of crew is coordinated according to agreed objectives and timelines

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Potential and current issues and problems arising in relation to task and workload management are identified and acted on according to organisational and legislative requirements

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Support and participate in development activities

  1. Training needs of crew and individuals are identified and assessed on a regular basis according to organisational procedures
Training needs of crew and individuals are identified and assessed on a regular basis according to organisational procedures

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Action plan to meet crew and individual training and development needs is developed, agreed and implemented

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On-the-job training is provided to meet crew needs according to the required organisational standard

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Crew members are encouraged and supported to attend training and to undertake development opportunities

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Coaching and mentoring are utilised as developmental tools

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Communicate objectives and required standards

  1. Crew members are provided with up-to-date information concerning organisational objectives and standards
Crew members are provided with up-to-date information concerning organisational objectives and standards

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Crew member understanding of objectives and standards is checked

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Organisational standards and values are modelled and promoted to crew members

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Provide leadership to crew and individuals

  1. Link between function of crew and organisational goals is articulated and communicated to crew
Link between function of crew and organisational goals is articulated and communicated to crew

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Participative decision making is used to develop, implement and review work of crew and to allocate responsibilities

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Opportunities are given to crew and individuals to develop new and innovative work practices and strategies

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Appropriate delegation to crew and individuals is made according to crew objectives and goals, and organisational policy and procedures

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Tasks are allocated within the competence of crew members and supported with appropriate authority, autonomy and training

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Procedures for emergency responses are developed and communicated to crew members

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Make effective decisions

  1. Team-building strategies are applied to achieve strengthened crew and individual commitment to organisational vision and goals
Team-building strategies are applied to achieve strengthened crew and individual commitment to organisational vision and goals

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Range of consultative methods are used to involve crew in decisions and vessel risk assessment

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Use of problem-solving strategies and techniques to identify and generate options is promoted

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Decisions and actions are evaluated for their effectiveness and positive outcomes

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Decisions and actions are documented and reported according to organisational procedures

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Instructions to Assessors

Required Skills and Knowledge

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 decision-making techniques, including situation and risk assessment, identifying and generating options, selecting a course of action and evaluating outcome effectiveness

applying effective resource management, including;

allocation, assignment and prioritisation of resources

applying assertiveness and leadership

obtaining and maintaining situational awareness

making decisions reflecting consideration of team experiences

using effective communication on board and ashore

applying relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and work practices

applying task and workload management, including planning and coordination, personnel assignment, time and resource constraints, and prioritisation

applying team-building strategies, including:

clarifying ground rules and behavioural expectations

defining and clarifying objectives and work area plans

encouraging input into the review of the safety management system (SMS)

fostering creativity

offering constructive feedback

recognising achievements

strengthening communications processes

assessing current competence, capabilities and operational requirements to determine training objectives and activities

developing, implementing and overseeing standard operating procedures (SOPs)

giving and receiving feedback clearly and unambiguously

informing crew of expected standards of work and behaviour in a manner appropriate to the individual concerned.

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:

consultative methods, including:

email/intranet communications, newsletters or other processes and devices that ensure all employees have the opportunity to contribute to team and individual operational plans

mechanisms used to provide feedback to work team in relation to outcomes of consultation

meetings, interviews and brainstorming sessions

contingency plans, including:

allocating functions or tasks

recycling and re-using materials

risk identification, assessment and management processes

strategies for reducing costs, wastage, stock or consumables

decision-making techniques

development opportunities, including:

career pathways

coaching

external study

formal course participation

induction

in-house training programs

job rotation

mentoring

on-the-job training

information management system, including:

data receival

procedures and protocols

recording

recording and documenting incidents

security and authority assignment

storage and dispatch modes

types of technology – electronic data exchange devices

key performance indicators (KPIs) as measures for monitoring or evaluating the efficiency or effectiveness of a system, which may be used to demonstrate accountability and to identify areas for improvements

organisational SMS requirements

performance expectations, including:

documented KPIs developed by Master for:

individuals

individuals and crew

informal KPIs developed by Master for:

individuals

individuals and crew

potential and current issues and problems, including:

appeals against formal decisions such as assessments

bullying

discrimination and harassment

disputes between individuals or parties

grievances

injury rehabilitation

perceived or actual issues relating to work:

performance of self and others

roles, job design and allocation of duties

prejudice or racial vilification

promotions

stress or personal problems

relevant international maritime conventions and recommendations, and national legislation including:

International Safety Management (ISM) Code

Maritime Labour Convention (MLC)

International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW)

relevant personnel, including:

crew supervisors

Masters of other vessels

senior crew members

senior management

union or employee representatives

WHS/OHS committee/s and other people with specialist responsibilities

resource acquisition, including:

current and projected human, physical and financial resources

goods and services to be purchased and ordered

stock requirements and requisitions

shipboard personnel management and training

WHS/OHS requirements and work practices.

Range Statement

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