Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 3:15 PM AWST
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Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal)
Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal)
MAR10224
BJY6
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 22/11/2024 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification applies to people working in an entry level position in the maritime industry as a General Purpose Hand under general supervision of the master or engineer of a commercial vessel to:
assist as a general hand on deck or in the engine room of a commercial vessel length as specified in Marine Order 505 within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ)
assist as a general hand in the engine room only for a vessel with propulsion power as specified in Marine Order 505.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
This level of qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a General Purpose Hand Near Coastal as specified in Marine Order 505 (Certificates of competency - National law) 2022.
AMSA Certification will require:
achieving MAR10224 Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal),
qualifying sea service on a commercial vessel as specified in Marine Order 505 and
holding a current First Aid Certificate as specified in Marine Order 505.
Seafarers seeking certification should check with AMSA.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = eight (8) core units1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OFE73 | MARF060 | Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OCX23 | MARN016 | Apply general purpose hand skills aboard a commercial vessel | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OCX16 | MARB053 | Assist with routine maintenance on a commercial vessel | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OAB57 | MARF028 | Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OAB61 | MARF029 | Meet work health and safety requirements | 12 | Unit of competency |
| OCD30 | HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | Unit of competency |
| OAB78 | MARF030 | Survive at sea using survival craft | 15 | Unit of competency |
| OCY23 | MARG012 | Work as part of a crew on a commercial vessel | 10 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BGK6 | MAR10220 | Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal) | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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