MARK012 — Steer a vessel under direction of the Master

1 Steer a steady course within acceptable limits in normal conditions under the direction of the Master

• 1.1Features of vessel that relate to its handling characteristics are recognised
• 1.2Navigational equipment is used to steer a steady course
• 1.3Situational awareness is maintained to ensure safety of vessel
• 1.4Propulsion equipment is used and monitored to assist in steering a steady course within acceptable limits, having regard to the area of navigation and prevailing state of sea
• 1.5Safe operating limits of propulsion and steering equipment are not exceeded
• 1.6Automatic pilot and hand steering are used to steer a steady course, and course is altered smoothly and in a controlled way
• 1.7Helm orders are followed and effective communication maintained with the Master on matters relevant to the safety and integrity of the vessel

2 Steer a vessel in adverse weather conditions under the direction of the Master

• 2.1Nature of adverse weather conditions is identified and potential impact on the manoeuvrability of the vessel is determined and confirmed with the Master
• 2.2Propulsion equipment is used and monitored to assist in steering a steady course within acceptable limits, having regard to the area of navigation and prevailing state of sea
• 2.3Safe operating limits of propulsion and steering equipment are not exceeded
• 2.4Situational awareness is maintained at all times to review actions and ensure the safety of the vessel
• 2.5Automatic pilot and hand steering are used to steer a steady course, and course is altered smoothly and in a controlled way
• 2.6Helm orders are followed and effective communication maintained with the Master on matters relevant to the safety and integrity of the vessel

3 Steer a vessel in emergencies under the direction of the Master

• 3.1Nature of the emergency is established and required action is determined and confirmed with the Master
• 3.2Helm orders are followed and effective communication maintained with the Master on matters relevant to the safety and integrity of the vessel
• 3.3Vessel is steered during the emergency to maintain the safety of the vessel and those onboard, and any other vessels or persons involved in the emergency
• 3.4Propulsion equipment is used under the direction of the Master and is monitored to assist in completing steering safely
• 3.5Safe operating limits of propulsion and steering equipment are not exceeded

4 Steer a vessel while towing and being towed under the direction of the Master

• 4.1Correct towing procedures and precautions are applied when towing and being towed in relation to helm orders
• 4.2Helm orders are followed and effective communication maintained with the Master on matters relevant to the safety and integrity of the vessel

What does an assessment tool for MARK012 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MARK012 needs to address all 46 unit components: 4 elements with 20 performance criteria, 12 performance evidence requirements, 14 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 MARK012?

Auditori pulls the current release of MARK012 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 MARK012 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing MARK012 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 MARK012, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.