Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statement
TDMMF507C DEVELOP EMERGENCY AND DAMAGE CONTROL PLANS AND HANDLE EMERGENCY SITUATIONS ON BOARD A VESSEL

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


a.
Work must be carried out:
1
in compliance with the relevant regulations, conventions and codes


b.
Work is performed:
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performed relatively independently under broad operational requirements, with accountability and responsibility for self and others in planning for and coordinating shipboard emergencies


c.
Work involves:
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the application of a range of marine emergency principles, practices and procedures across a wide and often unpredictable variety of shipboard emergencies. Contribution to the development of emergency response plans is required. Accountability and responsibility for self and others in preparing or the possible implementation of emergency plans is involved. The Master has ultimate responsibility within the vessel's management team for the development and implementation of emergency control plans and responses. The Chief Engineer is responsible for the management, development and implementation of the machinery space emergency control plans


d.
Work requires:
1
significant judgement in planning, technical and leadership functions related to the development and coordination of emergency procedures on board vessels
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT


a
Vessel may include:
1
any Australian or international commercial vessel


b
Plans for emergency response may include:
1
defining the roles and responsibilities of shipboard personnel during the emergency
2
establishment of a chain of command
3
details of the sequence of action to be taken during the type(s) of emergency concerned
4
damage assessment procedures
5
damage control measures

Range Statement (continued)
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b

Plans for emergency response may include:
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resources deployment procedures, including use of day-to-day items
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communications strategy
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lifesaving procedures
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abandon vessel procedures where required
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rescue of personnel from confined spaces


c
Potential emergencies may occur:
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by day or night
2
under any possible conditions of weather and loading
3
while underway
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during berthing and unberthing operations
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while anchoring or mooring


d
Emergencies may include:
1
collision with another vessel
2
explosion on board a vessel
3
fire on board a vessel
4
impairment of integrity of hull
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loss of steering control or motive power
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grounding
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beaching a vessel
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person overboard
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rescue and evacuation (including from confined spaces) of injured personnel


e
Damage control measures in a flooding emergency may include:
1
use of softwood wedges and plugs to reduce water ingress
2
erection and application of vertical shoring
3
construction and fitting of a leak-stopping mat
4
temporary repair of a ruptured pressurised pipe
5
operation of a portable salvage pump

Range Statement (continued)
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f
Damage control measures in a fire or explosion emergency may include:
1
use of appropriate firefighting equipment and techniques such as various types of fire extinguishers, fire blankets, fire hoses and nozzles, and foam applicators
2
activation of fixed firefighting sprinklers and systems
3
fire extinguishment methodologies
4
boundary cooling techniques


g
Survival and lifesaving equipment may include:
1
firefighting outfits and associated equipment
2
life-jackets
3
exposure suits
4
immersion suits
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survival craft
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radio devices, including EPIRBs


h
Sources of information and documentation may include:
1
safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions
2
operational orders
3
navigational charts
4
IMO Conventions and Codes
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AMSA Marine Orders
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NSCV Code
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ISPS Code
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vessel's log
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company emergency procedures
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vessel manufacturer's instructions and recommended procedures for damage control measures
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instructions of relevant maritime authorities
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relevant Australian and international standards


i
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
1
relevant sections of the IMO Codes and Conventions and AMSA Marine Orders
2
NSCV Code

Range Statement (continued)
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i

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
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International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea
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relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory Marine and OH&S legislation

Evidence Guide
TDMMF507C DEVELOP EMERGENCY AND DAMAGE CONTROL PLANS AND HANDLE EMERGENCY SITUATIONS ON BOARD A VESSEL

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.
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Critical aspects of evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm appropriate knowledge and skills to:
a
Prepare contingency plans for emergency response
b
Develop plans for damage control following a shipboard emergency
c
Develop plans for fire protection, detection and extinguishment on board a vessel
d
Develop procedures for the use of various lifesaving appliances
e
Develop plans for rescue of personnel
f
Demonstrate use of lifesaving and survival equipment
g
Identify typical problems that may occur during a shipboard emergency and take appropriate action
h
Communicate effectively with others during shipboard emergencies
i
Document emergency response plans
j
Prepare shipboard personnel to implement emergency response plans if required


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
developing emergency response plans and handling emergencies

2
identifying and evaluating problems that may occur during a shipboard emergency and determining appropriate courses of action

3
identifying and implementing improvements to emergency response plans

4
applying safety and lifesaving precautions and procedures during emergency situations on board a vessel

5
preparing shipboard personnel to implement emergency response plans
c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1
relevant sections of IMO Conventions and Codes and AMSA Marine Orders and NSCV/USL Code

2
safety management system and procedures

3
IMO ISPS Codes and other vessel security regulations

4
OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

Evidence Guide (continued)
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Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
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issue resolution procedures

6
job procedures and work instructions

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relevant regulations relating to shipboard emergencies and damage control

8
environmental protection during emergencies
d
Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify shipboard emergencies in accordance with statutory requirements and company 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

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
participate in a range of role plays, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to develop emergency response plans and handle emergency situations on board vessels; and/or
b
develop or improve emergency response plans on board an operational commercial vessel