MARN016 — Apply general purpose hand skills aboard a commercial vessel

1 Use and maintain ropes

• 1.1Rope types and common areas of use are correctly identified
• 1.2Ropes are checked for wear and any damage is reported according to workplace procedures
• 1.3Ropes are coiled and stowed correctly
• 1.4Knots and hitches are tied neatly and securely, and are used according to their correct application
• 1.5Ropes are spliced neatly and securely according to their correct application and rope ends are whipped where instructed, to maintain good condition

2 Operate deck machinery and emergency stops

• 2.1Deck machinery is inspected, tested and prepared for operations according to workplace procedures and supervisor instructions
• 2.2Operations are carried out safely according to supervisor instructions, workplace procedures and vessel Safety Management System (SMS)
• 2.3Emergency stops on motor and machinery are operated in response to an emergency situation according to workplace procedures and supervisor instructions

3 Assist in securing vessel at anchor

• 3.1Anchor and equipment are checked and prepared prior to letting go according to workplace procedures and supervisor instructions
• 3.2Instructions provided are complied with in relation to quantity of anchor cable run out or recovered
• 3.3Control of anchor cable during operations is maintained within safe operating limits at all times
• 3.4Anchor and equipment are secured on completion of anchoring operations according to workplace procedures and supervisor instructions
• 3.5Anchoring area is kept free of loose ropes, wires and debris at all times

4 Assist in securing and adjusting vessel position during mooring operations

• 4.1Mooring lines and associated equipment are handled safely according to workplace procedures and supervisor instructions
• 4.2Assistance is provided in implementing mooring plans in accordance with workplace procedures and supervisor instructions
• 4.3Mooring area is kept free of loose ropes, wires and debris during mooring operations according to workplace procedures and supervisor instructions
• 4.4Tension on ropes is maintained at an appropriate level for the stage and nature of the operation according to supervisor instructions
• 4.5Mooring lines are secured according to supervisor instructions and workplace procedures
• 4.6Equipment malfunction or problems encountered during operations are promptly reported

5 Assist in securing vessel for sea

• 5.1Cargo and cargo handling equipment are checked to ensure they are stowed securely according to workplace procedures and supervisor instructions
• 5.2Hatches and openings are checked to ensure they are secured
• 5.3Maintenance equipment is stowed securely according to workplace procedures, supervisor and manufacturer instructions
• 5.4Assist in checking vessel equipment according to workplace procedures and supervisor instructions
• 5.5All mooring lines are stowed securely according to workplace procedures and supervisor instructions
• 5.6Assist in stowing the gangway according to workplace procedures and supervisor instructions

6 Assist with task aloft and over vessel side

• 6.1Assist in identifying hazards, assessing risks and implementing control measures according to supervisor instructions and workplace procedures
• 6.2Assist in preparing area and equipment according to supervisor instructions and workplace procedures
• 6.3Required precautions and communications are undertaken when working aloft or over the side
• 6.4Tasks are completed safely according to workplace procedures, supervisor instructions and SMS
• 6.5Equipment is checked and stored according to workplace procedures

7 Assist with safe refuelling operations

• 7.1All personal protective equipment (PPE) is accessed and used according to workplace procedures
• 7.2Safety boundary for the refuelling process is established according to workplace procedures and supervisor instructions
• 7.3Supervisor instructions are followed to ensure spill prevention systems are correctly deployed
• 7.4Supervisor instructions are followed in completing tasks related to the refuelling or fuel transfer process

What does an assessment tool for MARN016 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MARN016 needs to address all 86 unit components: 7 elements with 34 performance criteria, 17 performance evidence requirements, 35 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 MARN016?

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