Elements and Performance Criteria

Range Statement
TDMMA707B MONITOR THE LOADING, STOWAGE, SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO

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
relatively independently within broad operational requirements, with limited accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the prescribed outcomes.


c.
Work involves:
1
the monitoring and supervision of a significant range of cargo handling operations across a wide and often unpredictable variety of cargo types and operational contexts. Monitoring and overseeing the implementation of a broad plan or strategy for cargo handling operations and stowage is required. Defined accountability and responsibility for self and others in achieving the outcomes is involved.


d.
Work requires:
1
limited responsibility in the management of functions related to cargo handling operations and procedures.
2. WORKSITE ENVIRONMENT


a
Cargo may be loaded or unloaded from:
1
any Australian or international commercial vessel


b
Cargo handling operations may be carried out:
1
by day or night in both normal and emergency situations
2
under any permissible conditions of weather
3
at various shoreside loading and discharge terminals


c
Types of cargo may include:
1
general cargo
2
containers

Range Statement (continued)
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c

Types of cargo may include:
(continued)

3

various types of solid bulk materials
4
various types of bulk liquids
5
special and abnormal cargo such as:

i refrigerated cargo and containers

ii pig iron, ingots and steel billets

iii mineral concentrates

iv extra heavy cargo


d
Cargo handling equipment may include:
1
single swinging derricks
2
union purchase derricks
3
shipboard cranes
4
terminal-based cranes
5
pumps, valves and hoses


e
Cargo handling hazards may include:
1
faulty cargo handling equipment
2
damaged cargo
3
cargo handling operations in poor weather or sea conditions
4
incorrectly stowed cargo
5
incorrectly lashed or secured cargo
6
using equipment beyond safe working limits
7
non-compliance with safe working procedures


f
Documentation and recordsmay include:
1
ISM Code safety management system plans, procedures, checklists and instructions
2
cargo handling operational orders and instructions
3
relevant maritime regulations
4
vessel's log
5
vessel's 'Cargo Securing Manual'
6
vessel's Register of Materials Handling Equipment
7
vessel/shore safety checklist
8
company cargo handling procedures

Range Statement (continued)
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f

Documentation and recordsmay include:(continued)

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cargo handling equipment manufacturer's instructions and recommended procedures
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instructions of relevant maritime authorities
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relevant Australian and international standards and regulatory requirements


g
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
1
sections of IMO STCW 95 Convention and Code related to cargo handling, including the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code
2
relevant sections of AMSA Marine Orders
3
relevant sections of State and Territory maritime regulations, NSCV and USL Code
4
relevant international, Commonwealth, State and Territory OH&S legislation
5
International Grain Code
6
Lumber load-line requirements and the Code of Safe Practice for Ships carrying Timber Deck Cargo

Evidence Guide
TDMMA707B MONITOR THE LOADING, STOWAGE, SECURITY AND UNLOADING OF CARGO

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
Monitor and supervise cargo handling operations:

1
in normal and emergency situations

2
in normal and adverse weather conditions

3
across a representative range of typical cargo handling contexts
b
Ensure compliance with all required safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures when overseeing the handling of cargo during loading/unloading and stowage operations
c
Identify typical cargo handling problems and hazards and take appropriate action
d
Communicate effectively with others during cargo handling operations


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
monitoring and supervising cargo handling operations

2
identifying and evaluating cargo handling problems and determining appropriate courses of action

3
identifying and implementing improvements to cargo handling procedures

4
applying safety precautions relevant to cargo handling operations

5
assessing operational capability of cargo handling equipment
c
Shows evidence of application of relevant workplace procedures, including:

1
relevant maritime regulations

2
ISM Code and associated vessel's safety management system and procedures

3
OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures

4
standard operating procedures and work instructions

5
relevant manufacturer's guidelines relating to the use of machinery, including instructions on equipment capability and limitations

Evidence Guide (continued)
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2
Evidence required for demonstration of consistent performance
(continued)

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security procedures

7
following on-board housekeeping processes
d
Action is taken promptly to report and/or rectify accidents and safety incidents 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 between crew and 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


4
Specificresourcesrequired for assessment
Access is required to opportunities to:
a
monitor and supervise suitably simulated cargo loading/unloading operations over an appropriate range of cargo handling situations, weather and operational conditions; and/or
b
monitor and supervise the actual cargo loading/unloading operations of a vessel