MEM50008 — Carry out trip preparation and planning

1 Maintain the boat and safety equipment

• 1.1Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• 1.2Comply with work health and safety (WHS) requirements at all times
• 1.3Ensure boat is maintained/serviced on a regular basis
• 1.4Ensure safety equipment complies with relevant legislation
• 1.5Identify location of safety equipment ensuring it is serviceable and accessible, and stowed securely and appropriately

2 Maintain mooring and berthing apparatus

• 2.1Maintain/service mooring and berthing apparatus on a regular basis
• 2.2Ensure mooring apparatus is appropriate to the vessel and location

3 Plan trip

• 3.1Check weather conditions, vessel and personnel for suitability for planned trip
• 3.2Ensure trip activity plan takes into account area and type of operation and emergency contact
• 3.3Carry out adequate provisions, including fuel, for trip
• 3.4Communicate trip details to appropriate person
• 3.5Check to ensure the number of passengers does not exceed boat design limitations and/or legislative requirements
• 3.6Check to ensure equipment, stores and personal items are securely stowed and do not adversely affects the boat’s stability
• 3.7Conduct pre-start checks on equipment operation
• 3.8Inform appropriate person of safe return from the activity

What does an assessment tool for MEM50008 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MEM50008 needs to address all 30 unit components: 3 elements with 15 performance criteria, 6 performance evidence requirements, 9 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 MEM50008?

Auditori pulls the current release of MEM50008 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 MEM50008 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing MEM50008 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 MEM50008, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.