Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statement
TDMMH1907A PLAN A PASSAGE

The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
VARIABLE
SCOPE
1. GENERAL CONTEXT


a.
Work must be carried out:
1
in compliance with relevant maritime regulations


b.
Work is performed:
1
as the person responsible for preparing passage plans, with the draft plan being evaluated by the vessel's master


c.
Work involves:
1
the application of a significant range of fundamental navigational principles and procedures across a wide variety of navigational contexts, including navigation at high latitudes. Contribution to the development of a plan for a voyage is required as a member of a bridge team with appropriate allowance for possible contingencies


d.
Work requires:
1
judgement and teamwork in planning, technical and operational functions related to planning the passage of a commercial vessel of more than 500GT
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT


a
Vessel may include:
1
any Australian or international commercial vessel within the limits of responsibility of a Watchkeeper on a vessel of more than 500GT or Master (less than 500GT)



Voyages to be planned may include:
1
any voyage navigable by the size and type of vessel concerned
2
voyages in high latitudes
3
passages through traffic separation schemes, tidal restricted areas and VTS controlled areas
4
pilotage water under conditions of restricted visibility


c
Navigation may be planned for conditions of:
1
clear visibility using visual navigational techniques
2
restricted visibility using parallel indexing and/or electronic chart systems
3
clear visibility using a combination of visual and electronic techniques

Range Statement (continued)
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SCOPE

d

Instrumentation and equipment used for navigation may include:

1

radar
2
automatic radar plotting aid (ARPA)
3
Loran C navigation system
4
GPS and DGPS satellite navigation systems
5
ECS and ECDIS systems (Note: ECDIS systems are considered to be included under the term 'charts' under the IMO STCW Convention and Code)
6
integrated navigation systems
7
magnetic compasses
8
gyro compasses and repeaters
9
chronometers
10
sextants
11
azimuth mirrors
12
pelorus
13
doppler and electromagnetic logs
14
echo sounders
15
continuous position monitoring


e
Documentation and recordsmay include:
1
ISM Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions
2
operational orders
3
navigational charts
4
nautical publications
5
Nautical Almanac
6
General Principles on Ships' Routeing
7
Guidelines and Criteria for Ship Reporting Systems
8
publications from the Australian Hydrographer or British Admiralty, including radio signals, light lists, sailing directions, tide tables and chart catalogues
9
navigational warning records
10
IMO STCW 95 Convention and Code
11
AMSA Marine Orders
12
annual and weekly notices to mariners
13
vessel's log
14
company procedures

Range Statement (continued)
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SCOPE

e

Documentation and recordsmay include:
(continued)

15

vessel manufacturer's instructions and recommended procedures
16
instructions of relevant maritime authorities
17
pilot instructions where relevant




f
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
1
relevant sections of IMO STCW 95 Code, AMSA Marine Orders, State and Territory marine regulations, NSCV/USL Code
2
International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
3
relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation
4
Guidelines and Criteria for Ship Reporting Systems

Evidence Guide
TDMMH1907A PLAN A PASSAGE

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
Plan the passage of a commercial vessel of 500gross tonnage or more taking into account all relevant navigational hazards
b
Access, use and maintain navigational charts, nautical publications and related documentation
c
Communicate effectively with others when planning a voyage
d
Plan for reporting procedures in accordance with the Guidelines and Criteria for Ship Reporting Systems


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
Consistently applies underpinning knowledge and skills when:

1
planning a passage

2
identifying and evaluating navigation problems and determining appropriate solutions

3
identifying and implementing improvements to voyage planning procedures

4
applying required precautions relevant to voyage planning
c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace and regulatory procedures, including:

1
relevant sections of applicable maritime regulations

2
vessel's safety management system and procedures

3
navigational regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

4
reporting of vessel's position, route and navigational contingencies

5
job procedures and navigational instructions

6
use of relevant nautical publications and charts

7
procedures for the storage of nautical publications and charts
d
Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify any vessel planning problems in accordance with established procedures
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 and communication with others

Evidence Guide (continued)
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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


4
Specificresourcesrequired for assessment
Access is required to opportunities to:
a
plan a simulated passage using an approved marine simulator over an appropriate range of latitudes and navigational hazards; and/or
b
assist in the planning of an actual voyage for a commercial vessel of 500gross tonnage or more involving an appropriate range of latitudes and navigational hazards