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Operate remote controls of propulsion plant, engineering systems and services

Operate remote controls of propulsion plant, engineering systems and services

Unit of competency
National Code
MARC055
State Code
OCH69
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/10/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/04/2021
Field of Education
031701 - Maritime Engineering
Original Release Date
09/04/2021
Nominal Hours
53
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to remotely operate shipboard plant, propulsion systems, auxiliary machinery and equipment according to technical specifications and within safe operating limits at all times.This unit applies to people working in the maritime industry in the capacity of:Master of a commercial vessel Unlimited.Licensing/Regulatory InformationLegislative 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 Master Unlimited and to meet regulatory requirements this unit must be delivered consistent with Marine Orders and with the relevant sections of the International Convention on Standards of Training, Certification and Watchkeeping for Seafarers (STCW).Those regulatory requirements include STCW International Maritime Organization (IMO) model course competencies and areas of knowledge, understanding and proficiency, together with the estimated total hours required for lectures and practical exercises. Teaching staff should note that timings are suggestions only and should be adapted to suit individual groups of trainees depending on their experience, ability, equipment and staff available for training.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Operate remote controls
  • 1.1 Remote controls of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery are operated according to company procedures and manufacturer instructions
  • 1.2 Clear and concise communication is used with engine room and communication is acknowledged according to established procedures
  • 1.3 Performance of propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment is monitored and evaluated using remote performance indicators
  • 1.4 Appropriate corrective action is taken in conjunction with the Chief Engineer when performance of propulsion plant or other engineering systems is found to be unsatisfactory or outside of specified limits
  • 1.5 Relationship between speed and fuel consumption is monitored and action is taken, as required, according to operational instructions
  • 1.6 Safety and hazard minimisation procedures and regulations are followed to maintain the safety of personnel, propulsion and engineering systems, cargo and vessel
2 Coordinate deck, bridge and engine room resources
  • 2.1 Coordination of deck, bridge and engine room operations and resources is maintained during daily vessel operation
  • 2.2 Responses are coordinated, and appropriate action is taken in a breakdown in the remote control systems for propulsion plant, other engineering systems and auxiliary machinery
  • 2.3 Correct logbook entries are made relating to equipment operations and incidents during a voyage
3 Manage emergencies involving the use of remote controls
  • 3.1 Remote controls of relevant emergency systems and auxiliary machinery and equipment are correctly operated in a shipboard emergency
  • 3.2 Clear and concise communication is used and communication is acknowledged at all times during emergency situations
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVE02 MARC026 Operate remote controls of propulsion plant and engineering systems Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BFW9 MAR60220 Advanced Diploma of Maritime Operations (Master Unlimited) Qualification