MARF039 — Manage safety and security of vessel, crew and passengers

1 Develop emergency and damage control plans

• 1.1Potential emergencies and damage scenarios are identified
• 1.2Plans of action are developed for responding to potential emergencies and damage scenarios according to regulatory and organisational requirements
• 1.3Procedures, checklists and instructions for dealing with emergencies and damage scenarios are documented according to regulatory and organisational requirements
• 1.4Resources are organised in readiness for potential implementation of emergency and damage control plans
• 1.5Information on emergency and damage control plans is distributed and made available to crew
• 1.6Appropriate instruction is organised for crew about their roles and responsibilities during various emergencies and damage control scenarios

2 Develop security risk management plans

• 2.1Security risk management plans are prepared according to regulatory and organisational requirements
• 2.2Explanatory information on the importance of security and the organisation’s security objectives is contained in plans
• 2.3Threat assessments undertaken, current exposure and current protective security arrangements are summarised in plans
• 2.4Security strategies for implementing, monitoring and evaluating countermeasures are outlined in plans
• 2.5Appropriate instruction is organised for crew about their roles and responsibilities in a security threat

3 Maintain the operational condition of firefighting, lifesaving and safety systems

• 3.1Safety management system (SMS) processes and outcomes for maintaining the operational condition of firefighting, lifesaving and safety systems are identified
• 3.2Procedures and supporting documentation for the routine maintenance of firefighting, lifesaving and safety systems are developed
• 3.3Personnel roles and responsibilities are allocated and communicated
• 3.4Checks are conducted according to SMS requirements
• 3.5Non-compliances are identified and analysed
• 3.6Appropriate responses to non-compliances are initiated according to SMS requirements
• 3.7Outcomes are recorded and reported according to regulatory and organisational requirements

4 Organise fire and abandon vessel drills

• 4.1Fire and abandon vessel drills are planned and conducted according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures
• 4.2Instruction is provided to others on organisational procedures and the correct use of firefighting and lifesaving equipment
• 4.3Musters and drills are reviewed against objectives
• 4.4Records are completed according to regulatory requirements and organisational procedures

5 Manage navigational and other emergencies

• 5.1Initial actions for an emergency are undertaken according to contingency plans, urgency of the situation and nature of the emergency
• 5.2Onboard personnel are given information and instructions clearly and accurately
• 5.3Procedures are implemented to combat navigational and other emergencies to protect persons onboard vessel
• 5.4Communications are established with others to facilitate the emergency response process
• 5.5Assistance is coordinated and provided by appropriate personnel
• 5.6Contact is maintained with others at all times to keep them briefed on the emergency response process
• 5.7Preparation for abandoning vessel is undertaken, as required
• 5.8Cessation of emergency is communicated to appropriate personnel

6 Maintain operational safety

• 6.1Environmental factors are continually monitored, assessed and reviewed to identify distinctive features and any change in characteristics that might indicate unusual or suspicious behaviour
• 6.2Personal safety checks are made on a systematic and routine basis according to organisational procedures
• 6.3Resources and equipment are organised in readiness for potential security risk situations

7 Respond to security risks

• 7.1Security risk situations are accurately identified and assessed for degree of risk to self, others and vessel
• 7.2Response to security risk is formulated and carried out according to security risk management plan
• 7.3Safety and security of self, others and vessel is maximised through response initiative
• 7.4Changing circumstances are monitored and responses are adjusted, as required, to maintain security
• 7.5Relevant documentation is completed and securely maintained according to confidentiality requirements and organisational procedures

What does an assessment tool for MARF039 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MARF039 needs to address all 92 unit components: 7 elements with 38 performance criteria, 17 performance evidence requirements, 37 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 MARF039?

Auditori pulls the current release of MARF039 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.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

Yes. Every new account includes one free credit — enough to generate the complete assessment tool for MARF039 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing MARF039 assessment instead of generating a new one?

Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of MARF039, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.