MARC057 — Perform dogging on board a vessel

1 Plan job

• 1.1Relevant site information is obtained for related task in accordance with workplace procedures
• 1.2Sea conditions and use of tag lines are assessed in accordance with workplace procedures
• 1.3Hazards and potential hazards associated with slinging and directing loads are identified in accordance with workplace procedures
• 1.4Hazard control measures consistent with appropriate standards are identified to ensure safety of personnel and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
• 1.5Weight, dimensions and load centre of gravity (CG) are identified and assessed
• 1.6Suitable lifting/slinging points on load are established
• 1.7Appropriate lifting equipment needs are assessed, including rig/vessel crane limitations, in accordance with workplace procedures
• 1.8Appropriate communication methods are established in consultation with crane/operators and other appropriate personnel
• 1.9Manufacturer specifications/information is obtained for special loads, as required

2 Select and inspect equipment

• 2.1Lifting equipment appropriate to task is selected and inspected for serviceability in accordance with workplace procedures
• 2.2Damaged or excessively worn lifting equipment is identified, labelled and isolated in accordance with workplace procedures
• 2.3Appropriate communication equipment is selected and serviceability checked
• 2.4Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and checked

3 Prepare site and equipment

• 3.1Hazard prevention/control measures are applied consistent with appropriate standards to ensure safety of personnel and equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
• 3.2Clear communications and roles of deck crew are established when working cargo with a rig crane or another vessel in accordance with workplace procedures
• 3.3Appropriate slinging method is selected
• 3.4Lifting equipment is prepared and assembled, as required
• 3.5Load landing destination is prepared

4 Perform tasks

• 4.1Knots, hitches and bends using fibre and synthetic ropes are correctly made and used in course of deck operations
• 4.2Lifting equipment is attached and secured to lifting hook using appropriate techniques
• 4.3Lifting hook is positioned over load CG
• 4.4Lifting equipment is attached and secured to load in an appropriate manner
• 4.5Tag line is attached and secured, as required
• 4.6Test lift is conducted to ensure load security
• 4.7Load is moved, and stability and control are maintained at all times
• 4.8Appropriate communication methods and communication signals are applied to safely coordinate load movement within sight and out-of-sight of ship’s crane operator
• 4.9Loads are correctly rigged using appropriate ropes and rigging gear in accordance with workplace procedures
• 4.10Load is landed to ensure it is stable and secure from movement, is in position to be lashed with appropriate consideration given to effects of vessel’s motion on stowed cargo when lashing cargo

5 Shut down job, clean up and maintain equipment

• 5.1Lifting equipment is removed or disconnected from load and prepared for next task or storage
• 5.2Defective equipment is isolated and tagged in accordance with workplace procedures
• 5.3Lifting equipment is stored in accordance with workplace procedures
• 5.4Hazard prevention/control measures are removed, as required, in accordance with workplace procedures
• 5.5Excess materials from work area are removed, as required, in accordance with workplace procedures
• 5.6Defects are reported and recorded in accordance with workplace procedures, and appropriate action is taken
• 5.7Rope, wire and cables are stowed and maintained in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions

What does an assessment tool for MARC057 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MARC057 needs to address all 138 unit components: 5 elements with 35 performance criteria, 41 performance evidence requirements, 62 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for MARC057?

Auditori pulls the current release of MARC057 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

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