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MANOEUVRE A VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER 4

MANOEUVRE A VESSEL WITHIN THE LIMITS OF RESPONSIBILITY OF A MASTER 4

Unit of competency
National Code
TDMMC507B
State Code
S5383
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/06/2007
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
19/12/2007
Field of Education
031705 - Marine Craft Operation
Original Release Date
19/12/2007
Nominal Hours
12
Description
UNIT DESCRIPTOR:This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to manoeuvre a commercial vessel within limits of responsibility of a Master 4 or Skipper 2, i.e. a vessel of less than 80 metres in length within inshore limits (15 nm) and less than 35 metres within ACMW (600 nm). This includes the operation of propulsion and manoeuvring systems during normal operations, management of the vessel during heavy weather and seas and manoeuvring the vessel during normal berthing, mooring and anchoring operations.This unit has been retitled but covers the same functions as previous unit TDMMC501BManoeuvre a vessel less than 80 metres in length in any prevailing conditions.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Manoeuvrethe vesselfor normal operations
  • a Manoeuvres are made to safely progress the operation and keep the vessel in safe water
  • b Vessel's heading is maintained within acceptable limits as per the requirements of the manoeuvre, weather, tide, headreach and stopping distances
  • c Alterations of heading or power are smooth and controlled at all times
  • d Communication is clear, concise and acknowledged at all times according to good seamanship principles
  • e Appropriate turn techniques are used
  • f Vessel propulsion is controlled as required to progress the operation and complement helm movements
1 Manoeuvrethe vesselfor normal operations(continued)
  • g Safe operating limits of vessel propulsion and steering systems are not exceeded in normal manoeuvres
  • h Appropriate allowance is made for the effects of deadweight, draft, trim, speed and under keel clearance on turning circles and stopping distance
  • i Vessel is safely and correctly manoeuvred in relevant conditions of tide and wind in accordance with established maritime practice
  • j Anchoring and mooring manoeuvres are carried out in accordance with safe nautical practice
  • k Adequate resources are organised prior to and during operations
  • l Appropriate alterations to vessel heading and power are made in response to assessments of the vessel's operational environment
2 Manoeuvre vessel during heavy sea and weather conditions
  • a Impending adverse weather conditions are identified and the implications for vessel operations are evaluated
  • b Preparations are made and required precautions are taken to minimise risk and damage to vessel and personnel and time loss on passage within the limits of the officer's responsibility
  • c Manoeuvres are adjusted to allow for weather and sea conditions and keep the vessel in safe water
  • d Vessel's heading is maintained within acceptable limits
  • e Appropriate action is taken in emergency situations involving the safety of the vessel and its cargo, and person both on board the vessel or on other vessels
  • f Special handling techniques required under heavy weather conditions are used when necessary
  • g Special handling techniques are correctly applied during launching of boats or liferafts, during rescues of persons overboard, or in adverse sea and weather conditions
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S2090 TDMMC501A Manoeuvre a vessel less than 80metres in length in any prevailing conditions Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
WH866 MARK003 Manoeuvre a vessel up to 80 metres Unit of competency
WG455 MARK4001A Manoeuvre a vessel up to 80 metres Unit of competency