Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statement (continued)
TDMMA1107B MAINTAIN THE STABILITY OF A VESSEL USING BASIC STABILITY INFORMATION

VARIABLE
SCOPE

c

Factors that may have an adverse effect on small vessel stability which require special precautions and stability management include:
(continued)

6

movement of heavy items or stores and equipment on board vessel
7
flooding in the event of damage to the hull
8
alterations to the structure/construction of the vessel
9
use and replenishment of consumables during a voyage such as fuel and food


d
Means of managing the stability of a small vessel include:
1
closing openings
2
taking precautions during vessel operations to reduce the stress and maintain the stability conditions of the vessel
3
taking precautions when using lifting equipment and associated gear
4
managing the position, stowage and lashing of cargo, stores and equipment and the location of passengers
5
action to avoid or minimise cargo shift during a voyage
6
managing the distribution of load on vessel
7
ballast management
8
damage control measures to maintain, stabilise or restore the watertight integrity of the hull during an emergency


e
Documentation and recordsmay include:
1
operational orders
2
vessel's stability data book
3
relevant maritime regulations
4
vessel's log
5
small vessel manufacturer's instructions and recommended procedures
6
vessel's plans and drawings
7
instructions of relevant maritime authorities


f
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
1
sections of relevant State and Territory maritime regulations and the national Standard for Commercial Vessels dealing with small vessel stability
2
relevant Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation

Evidence Guide
TDMMA1107B MAINTAIN THE STABILITY OF A VESSEL USING BASIC STABILITY INFORMATION

The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
1
Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:
a
Manage the stability of a small vessel:

1
safely in both normal and emergency situations

2
in normal and adverse weather conditions

3
when loading and unloading

4
when underway

5
in berthing and unberthing operations

6
when anchoring or mooring
b
Communicate effectively with others concerning operations to maintain the stability of the vessel


2
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
a
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
b
Applies underpinning knowledge and skills when:

1
managing the stability and stresses of a small vessel

2
identifying and stability problems and determining appropriate courses of action

3
identifying and implementing improvements to procedures for the management of the stability of a vessel

4
applying safety precautions relevant to the maintenance of the stability of a small vessel

5
assessing the stability of a vessel in both normal and emergency situations using basic stability data
c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1
relevant maritime regulations

2
OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

3
job procedures and work instructions

Evidence Guide (continued)
TDMMA1107B MAINTAIN THE STABILITY OF A VESSEL USING BASIC STABILITY INFORMATION

2
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
(continued)

4
relevant vessel manufacturer's guidelines relating to the stability of the small vessel

5
procedures to protect the integrity and security of the vessel's hull

6
environmental protection procedures when pumping ballast and bilge water
d
Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify factors adversely affecting the stability of the small vessel
e
Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail
f
Recognises and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions among crew and others

3

Context of assessment

a

Assessment of competency must comply with the assessment requirements of the relevant maritime regulations
b
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken within relevant marine authority approved and audited arrangements by a registered training organisation:

1
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral examinations, and

2
Appropriate practical assessment must occur:


i
at the registered training organisation; and/or


ii
on an appropriate working or training vessel


4Specific resources required for assessment
Access is required to opportunities to:
a
Access is required to opportunities to:
b
participate in a range of exercises, case studies and other simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to maintain stability of a small vessel in a range of operational situations; and/or

i
maintain the stability of a small vessel in a range of operational situations either:

ii
using an appropriate small vessel simulator over an appropriate range of simulated stability situations

iii
in appropriate practical situations during seatime on an operational commercial or training small vessel