Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Briefing
Briefing information may include:
vessel operation
personnel assessment such as swimming skills, boating knowledge, medication and dietary requirements
location and use of safety equipment
emergency procedures
abandoning procedures
Emergency
Emergencies may include:
fire (smoke or heat)
grounding
person overboard
person retrieval from water
capsize
swamping
sinking
engine/motor breakdown or malfunction
fouled propeller
anchoring
flooding
lost
injuries/illness
hypothermia
lack of fuel
contaminated fuel
Distress signals
Distress signals may include:
pyrotechnic distress flares
flags
radio
hand signals
dye markers
International Code Signal of Distress
sound signal including voice
EPIRB
V-sheet
reflective mirror
light signals
mobile phone
Preparation for abandoning
Preparation for abandoning includes:
brief on-board personnel
take drinking water
don of life jackets
identify location of vessel
communicate to rescuers actions taken or to be taken
assess and ensure readiness of life rafts/life rings
activate EPIRB
identify and collect emergency equipment, provisions and clothing
deploy anchor or sea anchor

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to deal with boating emergencies and incidents including the use of safety equipment, raising alarm and assisting others in distress.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessors must be satisfied that the candidate can competently and consistently perform all elements of the unit as specified by the criteria, including required knowledge, and be capable of applying the competency in new and different situations and contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work, then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage the candidate.
This unit could be assessed in conjunction with any other units addressing the safety, quality, communication, materials handling associated with a marine environment, or other units requiring the exercise of the skills and knowledge covered by this unit.
Method of assessment
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct observation, supervisor's reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.
Guidance information for assessment