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Marine Licence Training Standards

BetweenThe Director, Transport Safety Victoria

&The Accredited Training Provider (ATP)

June 2019

Disclaimer

(a) Purpose – These Training Standards have been produced by Transport Safety Victoria (TSV) to provide information about the standards for Marine Licence Training, as at the date of publication.

(b) No substitute – These Training Standards are not a substitute for, and should not be read in lieu of, the Marine Safety Act 2010 (Vic) or the Marine Safety Regulations 2012 (Vic), or any other relevant laws, codes, rules, procedures or policies. Further, the contents of these Training Standards does not constitute legal or business advice.

(c) No Warranty – While TSV has used due care and skill in the production of these Training Standards, neither TSV, nor any of its employees, agents and consultants make any representation or warranty as to the accuracy, reliability, completeness or suitability for particular purposes of the information contained herein.

© State Government of Victoria 2019

Copyright in this publication resides with the Director, Transport Safety and the State of Victoria. No part of this publication may be reproduced by any process except in accordance with the provisions of the Copyright Act 1968 (Cth).

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Contents

DEFINITIONS AND INTERPRETATIONS.........................................................................................................41. INTRODUCTION....................................................................................................................................... 72. PURPOSE................................................................................................................................................. 83. SCOPE...................................................................................................................................................... 84. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY................................................................................................................... 85. COURSE OUTCOMES AND TRAINER INDUCTION...............................................................................86. DELIVERY OF TRAINING AND ASSESSMENT......................................................................................9

6.1 COURSE DELIVERY.................................................................................................................................. 96.1.1 Training and assessment strategies and lesson plans.................................................................96.1.2 Course introduction....................................................................................................................... 96.1.3 Course content............................................................................................................................. 96.1.4 Course duration.......................................................................................................................... 106.1.5 Resources................................................................................................................................... 106.1.6 Training venue............................................................................................................................ 106.1.7 Trainer and assessor qualifications............................................................................................11

6.2 STUDENTS FROM CALD (CULTURALLY AND LINGUISTICALLY DIVERSE) BACKGROUNDS...............................11

7. ASSESSMENT........................................................................................................................................ 117.1 ASSESSMENT METHOD........................................................................................................................... 11

7.1.1 Administering the multiple-choice test........................................................................................127.1.2 Scoring the test........................................................................................................................... 127.1.3 Re-sitting the test........................................................................................................................ 127.1.4 Changes to the test..................................................................................................................... 12

8. CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT.............................................................................................................129. CORE COMPETENCIES.........................................................................................................................13

9.1 UNIT 1 – CARRY OUT TRIP PREPARATION AND PLANNING.........................................................................139.2 UNIT 2 – SAFELY OPERATE A SMALL MECHANICALLY POWERED VESSEL....................................................139.3 UNIT 3 – RESPOND TO BOATING EMERGENCIES AND INCIDENTS...............................................................13

10. ATTACHMENTS...................................................................................................................................... 14ATTACHMENT III TRAINING & ASSESSMENT STRATEGY........................................................................24

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Definitions and InterpretationsApproved Location means a location listed in this ATP accreditation;

ATP means the entity accredited by the Safety Director to conduct the Marine Licence Training and the Marine Licence Testing and where the context admits includes its employees, sub-contractors, and agents;

Business means the business of providing approved training and assessment for Marine Licence Training and Assessment purposes;

Business Days means a day that is not a Saturday, Sunday or a public holiday appointed under the Public Holidays Act 1993 (Vic) (the Act) including any day appointed by the Minister under Section 7 (1) (a) of that Act applicable to the Melbourne metropolitan area.

Certificate of Attainment means the certificate, provided by MSV, for issue to Eligible Applicants that have passed the Marine Licence Test;

Code of Practice for the purpose of privacy provisions, means a code of practice as defined in, and approved under, the Privacy and Data Protection Act 2014 (Vic);

Commencement Date means the commencement of the ATP Accreditation as specified in the ATP approval letter;

Confidential Information means all Information which is either directly or indirectly disclosed provided or made available by the Safety Director or MSV to the ATP or acquired by the ATP from the Safety Director or MSV (whether orally, electronically, in writing or by any other means) in respect of or in connection with the Training and Assessment, whether before or after the signing of this ATP accreditation and includes information pertaining to or connected in any way with the Training and Assessment, including but not limited to: Information about the Safety Director or MSV or those involved in MSV's activities, Information relating to the

internal management and structure of TSV; Information concerning documentation, systems, technology and affairs, operations, processes, plans or inventions

and product information (whether customers, suppliers or otherwise); financial, technological, strategic or business information, concepts, plans, strategies, directions or

systems; research, development, operational, legal, marketing or accounting information, concepts, plans, strategies,

directions or systems; technology, source and object codes for computer software;Information comprised in or relating to any Intellectual Property rights of the State of Victoria, or third parties to

whom the Safety Director or MSV owes a legal obligation; andknow-how relating to computer software, financial techniques and products of the Safety Director or

MSV;

Eligible Applicant means a person who: in the case of an applicant for a general marine licence under section 53 of the MSA satisfies the age

requirement in section 53(1)(a)(i) of the MSA; in the case of an applicant for a restricted marine licence under section 54 of the MSA, satisfies the age

requirement in section 54(1)(a)(i)of the MSA; is not ineligible to apply for a marine licence, and has provided satisfactory evidence of identity to the ATP as outlined in the MSV Marine Licence

Training Administration Procedures.

Information includes information or data, whether: written, graphical, electronic, oral or in any other form, irrespective of the form in which it was originally

provided; provided in writing, graphically, electronically, orally or in any other way.

Information Privacy Principles means the principles so identified and set out in the Privacy and Data

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Protection Act 2014 (Vic);

Intellectual Property includes all intellectual property rights, title to, and interests in any jurisdiction whether protectable by statute, at common law or in equity, including without limitation:

patents, trademarks, service marks, copyright, registered designs, trade names, domain names, symbols and logos;

patent applications and applications to register trademarks, service marks and designs; and

techniques, computer programme code, specifications, rights in circuit layouts, ideas, concepts, know-how, data, inventions, discoveries, developments, trade secrets, information and logical sequences (whether or not reduced in writing or other machine or human readable form),

and includes any improvements, advancements, modifications, discoveries and developments arising in relation to any of these.

Key Personnel means the persons nominated by the ATP to perform the training and assessment and includes Nominated Principals, Nominated Liaison Officers, relevant managers, trainers and assessors and administrative staff;

Law means Commonwealth, Victorian and local government legislation, including regulations, by-laws and other subordinate legislation; judicial, administrative or regulatory decrees, judgments or orders, standards, procedures as amended from time to time;

MSA means Marine Safety Act 2010 (Vic);

MSR means Marine Safety Regulations 2012 (Vic); Maritime Safety Victoria (MSV) is a branch of TSV

Media Release means a prepared publicity or a news announcement;National Skills Standards Council means the advisory body of that name which provides advice on national standards for the regulation of vocational education and training to the Standing Council on Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment that reports to the Council of Australian Governments; or any successor body, including the Industry and Skills Council Advisory CommitteeNominated Liaison Officer means the person nominated by the ATP to be the contact person in relation to the provision of day to day Training and Assessment;

Nominated Principal means the principal of the ATP who will represent the ATP;

Private Dwelling means a structure that is intended to have people live in it as permanent residents and includes houses, flats or apartments;

Publications means MSV manuals, handbooks, guidelines, procedures documented work practices etc referred to in this ATP approval .(as amended by MSV from time to time);

PWC means personal water craft;

Marine Licence means a general marine licence or a restricted marine licence granted by MSV

Marine Licence Test means the test provided to the ATP by MSV.

Marine Licence Training means the training provided to Eligible Applicants;

RTO means a registered training organisation registered by an Australian state or territory recognition authority to deliver training and/or conduct assessments and issue nationally recognised qualifications in accordance with the Australian Quality Training Framework;

Safety Director means the Director, Transport Safety, a statutory office established under s 171 of the Transport Integration Act 2010 (Vic) together with his delegates and the staff members of TSV authorised to act on his behalf (as the context requires).Training and Assessment means marine licence training and marine licence assessment to be provided by the ATP to Eligible Applicants;Transport Safety Victoria or TSV, means the division of the Department of Economic Development, Jobs,

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Transport and Resources dedicated to supporting the Safety Director in the exercise of his powers and functions and collectively referred to as Transport Safety Victoria;VET Quality Framework means the Vocational Education and Training framework maintained by the Australian Skills Quality Authority

VicRoads means the Roads Corporation established under the Transport Act 1983 (Vic) and continued under the Transport Integration Act 2010 (Vic);

Working With Children Check has the meaning given in the Working with Children Act 2005 (Vic).

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1. IntroductionMaritime Safety Victoria is the State’s marine safety agency and is responsible for the administration of the Marine Safety Act 2010 (Vic) (the Act) and the Marine Safety Regulations 2012 (Vic) (the Regulations). Under the Act, one of the Safety Director’s functions is the issuing of Marine Licences.

One way in which applicants for a Marine Licence or PWC endorsement can establish their competence is by successful completion of formal training and assessment by an Accredited Training Provider (ATP).

The intent of the training provider pathway is to give recreational boaters, especially those new to boating, access to training services that provide foundation boating knowledge and an opportunity for skills development.

The accredited Marine Licence training provider pathway has been endorsed as part of Maritime Safety Victoria’s overall strategy to improve safety for operators of recreational power vessels, their passengers and other water users.

These MSV Marine Licence Training Standards outline the requirements for the delivery of recreational boat operator training against three Units of Competency which have been adopted by Maritime Safety Victoria from the ‘Guidelines for Recreational Boat Operator Competencies’ as agreed to by the National Marine Safety Committee in November 2000. The Marine Licence Units of Competency are contained in Attachment I of this standard.

This Training Standard forms part of the overall Governance Framework for the engagement and management of Maritime Safety Victoria ATPs and should be read as part of the package of governance documents that includes:

1. MSV Marine Licence Training General Terms and Conditions2. MSV Marine Licence Training Letter of Accreditation 3. MSV Marine Licence Training Administration Procedures 4. MSV Marine Licence Training Audit Guidelines 5. MSV Marine Licence Training Standards 6. MSV Marine Licence Training Application for Accreditation Form and Guideline

Marine Licence training providers must be accredited by Maritime Safety Victoria. To apply to become an accredited marine training provider Registered Training Organisations must complete and submit a MSV Marine Licence Training Provider Application for Accreditation Form.

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2. PurposeThe purpose of this Marine Licence Training Standard is to ensure consistent quality training outcomes for recreational boaters who attend an Accredited Training Provider course.

By adopting these Standards, Maritime Safety Victoria aims to contribute to, and promote:

• basic understanding of waterway rules;• awareness of boating safety;• safe use of waterways;• relevant local knowledge; and• safe operation on water.

3. ScopeThis Standard applies to the delivery of training and assessment by Maritime Safety Victoria Accredited Training Providers.

The three core competencies contained in Attachment I of this Training Standards are specifically for operators of recreational mechanically powered vessels, including personal watercraft. The Training Standards are not applicable to the operation of commercial vessels.

The course assessment competencies are based on core competencies contained in the NMSC Guidelines for Recreational Boat Operator Competencies. They include the range of variables which can apply in the operation of recreational mechanically powered vessels and the evidence required for assessment of the required knowledge.

4. Intellectual PropertyOwnership of this MSV Marine Licence Training Standards rests with the Safety Director. The Standard may not be used for training delivery or assessment by any other body or individual without the prior written approval of Transport Safety Victoria.

5. Course outcomes and trainer inductionPersons who have completed an MSV approved course and test and have been assessed as satisfying the requirements of all three core competencies of the MSV Marine Licence Training Standards will be issued with the MSV Certification of Attainment.

The course name on the certification must be as specified by Maritime Safety Victoria which will indicate that the certification is in respect of general recreational power boat operation, or specifically for personal water craft (PWC) operation. Successful applicants are then eligible, if they satisfy all other requirements, to obtain a Victorian Marine Licence.

Trainers and Assessors must be inducted by the ATP to ensure they are aware of MSV’s requirements for training delivery, proof of identity, security of Certificates of Attainment and eligibility requirements for issuing them, using the Trainer/Assessor induction checklist in the MSV Marine Licence Training Administration Procedures.

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6. Delivery of Training and AssessmentThis section provides guidance for the delivery of Training and Assessment against the Victorian Marine Licence core competencies and contained in Attachment I.

The three Victorian Marine Licence core competencies are to be delivered and assessed in their entirety according to the principles applicable to nationally recognised training. The units indicate the specific content which is mandatory for delivery of Training and Assessment which may lead to the granting of a PWC endorsement.

6.1 Course Delivery 6.1.1 Training and assessment strategies and lesson plans

The ATP must identify, negotiate, plan and implement appropriate Training and Assessment strategies and lesson plans to meet the needs of its clients.

The Marine Licence training course must be documented in a Training and Assessment strategy and lesson plan. See Learning and assessment strategy outline template, Attachment III as an example.

The two components of the Marine Licence and PWC course may be delivered as an integrated program or in discrete sections. The assessments however, must be conducted separately.

Below are some guidelines regarding information, as a minimum, that must be covered in the documented Training and Assessment strategy submitted to MSV.

6.1.2 Course introductionWhen introducing the course to participants, trainers must ensure they include the following information:

• Emergency evacuation procedures,• Occupational health and safety issues or hazards,• Location of amenities, • Information about the ATP’s policy and procedures for complaints and appeals, and• The full business name of the accredited ATP including both the business and

trading names.

6.1.3 Course contentATPs must ensure that the Marine Licence Training addresses, as a minimum, the requirements of the three core competencies from the National Maritime Safety Committee’s Guidelines for Recreational Boat Operator Competencies as follows:

Carry out trip preparation and planning, Safely operate a mechanically powered recreational boat, Respond to boating emergencies and incidents.

ATPs who wish to provide training in PWC competencies must include specific requirements for PWC in the Training and Assessment strategy. Core competencies of competency items marked with an asterix are mandatory for PWC operation. The PWC component of the course must be delivered as a separate lesson with a focus on the specific skills and knowledge for PWC operators.

The Training and Assessment strategy should provide information on delivery modes for Training and Assessment, appropriate to the course, including standard training materials and resources, mapped to the three core competencies in Attachment I and used by all trainers and assessors.

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6.1.4 Course durationThe time expected to adequately cover the content contained in the three core competencies and administer the assessment is a minimum of three and a half hours, in addition to the time allocated for administrative duties carried out at the commencement and completion of training.

Taking into account this estimation Accredited Training Providers must ensure Training and Assessment strategies and lesson plans demonstrate adequate course delivery time given the content required to be covered.

6.1.5 Resources

The training and assessment strategy must include specialised facilities and equipment essential to the delivery of the course. Appropriate training facilities and a range of resource materials and instructional aids, are not limited to but may comprise any of the following:

• white boards

• flip charts

• models

• simulators

• safety equipment for demonstration

• Maritime Safety Victoria publications

• training provider course materials

• overhead projection and/or video equipment (or other suitable instructional resources).

6.1.6 Training venue

The program of scheduled public courses must be conducted in a professional training environment.

ATPs are not permitted to deliver the training in a Private Dwelling, unless written approval from MSV has been obtained prior to commencement. Each ATP must make a written application to MSV who will conduct a site visit and make a determination as to whether the premises are suitable.

6.1.6.1 On-site training delivery

On-site training delivery is different from training in a Private Dwelling or “in-home”. On-site is where training is conducted at the client’s premises such as a sporting club or company. The trainer must complete a documented assessment of the proposed training environment to ensure the venue can adequately accommodate the training without compromising quality of delivery or safety. An On-Site Training Venue Checklist has been provided, see Attachment II. The checklist must be completed prior to training delivery to ensure the venue meets the minimum standards below:

• meets OHS requirements

• size of venue is adequate for number of participants

• equipment and resources, as outlined in the training and assessment strategy, can be used

• the environment is free from distractions and interruptions

• access to amenities is available

• suitable seating is available

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• Note: Examples of on-site training venue assessments may be requested by MSV from time to time, or their representative, for audit purposes.

6.1.7 Trainer and assessor qualificationsTraining and Assessment must be conducted by appropriately qualified trainers and assessors with the following or equivalent certificates:

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment TAE40110 - including upgraded UofC TAEASS502 & TAELLN411 (or equivalent) or

Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40116), or• TAE50116 Diploma of Vocational Education and Training, or• A Higher Tertiary Qualification in Education (approval required by MSV)

In addition, trainers and assessors are required to continue to update their knowledge of MSV recreational boating safety requirements.The ATP must retain certified copies of trainer and assessor qualifications. The ATP must ensure that all trainers and assessors hold a current Working With Children check card, and a current marine licence and PWC endorsement.

6.2 Students from CALD (culturally and linguistically diverse) backgroundsThe Training and Assessment strategy must include a detailed plan for delivering training to students whose first language is not English and who require assistance with material delivered in English. The minimum requirements for such a plan are:

• Students can be assisted in their learning by friends or family members, but steps should be taken to ensure that this does not disrupt other students. This may mean providing a dedicated course for students and their helpers.

• For the assessment, students can only be assisted by a professional interpreter, to avoid the risk of collusion. Interpreters must establish their bona fides by presenting a document that shows their professional status, such as a certificate of business incorporation or evidence of accreditation by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI)

• Interpreters services can be arranged by the ATP or the student. If arranged by the ATP the student must be advised of the additional charges prior to attending the course.

7. AssessmentThe process of assessment is listed below, however may change at any time under the direction of the Safety Director.

7.1 Assessment MethodMSV has provided test papers for the Marine Licence and the PWC endorsement. These tests must be used by ATPs and may not be altered in any way. The tests consist of the following:

• four versions of the Marine Licence Test• four versions of the PWC test• answer sheet for each test• list of correct answers for each test.

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7.1.1 Administering the multiple-choice test

• ATPs must use the MSV test provided. It is not permissible to annex the MSV test to other tests carried out by the entity.

• The test must be administered as a closed book assessment

• Students must be supervised at all times during the test.

• Each participant must complete his/her test in isolation from other course participants, without discussion or interaction.

• Where a participant identifies they have poor language, literacy and numeracy skills, the assessor may read the assessment questions to the participant and record their answer.

• The PWC test must be administered as a separate test to the Marine Licence Test.

7.1.2 Scoring the testThe instructor must score each test individually using the answer sheet provided. Successful applicants are required to attain a minimum score of:

• Vessel - 26 correct question out of a possible 30, or

• PWC - 13 correct questions out of a possible 15 (or as directed by MSV).

• MSV may change the scoring format of the test to include a set of compulsory questions. In that event, applicants will need to answer all of these compulsory questions correctly in order to pass the test, in addition to attaining the minimum score.

7.1.3 Re-sitting the testWhere an applicant is not successful in attaining the required number of correct questions they may be given the option to attempt a different version of the test. This may be attempted immediately following the first attempt. Where an applicant is not successful on the second attempt they may not attempt the test again on the same day.

7.1.4 Changes to the testMSV may periodically change the text of the test questions and answers in order to respond to emerging issues or current strategies. There may also be changes in the test format to make some of the questions compulsory questions which must all be answered correctly for an applicant to be successful. MSV will provide the new test papers no fewer than 28 days before the implementation date of the new test. ATPs must ensure that the new test content or format is implemented on the nominated implementation date.ATPs should have a Training and Assessment strategy that includes a procedure for implementing changes to the tests.

8. Continuous improvementATPs must apply continuous improvement processes to the delivery and ongoing management of Marine Licence Training services to its clients. This requires demonstration at audit of continuous improvement activities undertaken by the ATP which links feedback from participants and trainers to course improvements.

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9. Core CompetenciesThe units cover the following areas:

9.1 Unit 1 – Carry out trip preparation and planningThis unit outlines the knowledge required to plan and prepare for a safe boating trip. It includes knowledge regarding the maintenance of the vessel and safety equipment, maintenance of mooring and berthing apparatus, and planning a trip.

9.2 Unit 2 – Safely operate a small mechanically powered vesselThis unit outlines the knowledge required to safely handle/operate a small powered vessel on coastal and inland waters. It includes the knowledge required for safe manoeuvring and handling of the vessel, safe navigation and safe anchoring of the vessel.

9.3 Unit 3 – Respond to boating emergencies and incidentsThis unit outlines the knowledge required to deal with boating emergencies and incidents, including the use of safety equipment and the provision of assistance to others in distress. It includes the correct application of safety equipment, raising alarms, dealing with on-board emergencies and assisting other boat users in distress.

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10. AttachmentsAttachment I – MSV Marine Licence core competency unitsAttachment II – Training venue inspection checklistAttachment III – Training and Assessment strategy template

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Attachment I MSV Marine Licence core competency units

Unit 1 Carry out trip preparation and planning

Unit descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge required to plan and prepare for a safe boating trip

Elements Performance criteriaVessel and safety equipment maintenance

The requirements for regular maintenance and servicing of the vessel are identified.

Safety equipment which complies with relevant legislation is identified.

The requirements to ensure that safety equipment is serviceable and accessible, securely and appropriately stowed in locations known to all parties on board are identified

Mooring and berthing apparatus maintenance

The requirements for regular maintenance and servicing of mooring and berthing apparatus are identified.

Mooring apparatus which is appropriate to the vessel and location is identified.

Trip planning The suitability for the planned trip of weather, conditions, vessel and personnel is correctly described.

Trip activity plan takes account of location, distance, type of operation and emergency contact.

Adequate provisions for the trip, including fuel, are described.

Communication of trip details to an appropriate person is described.

The number of passengers appropriate to given vessel design limitations and/or legislative requirements is identified.

Secure stowage of equipment, stores and personal items so as to maintain vessel stability is described.

Communication of safe return from the activity to an appropriate person is described.

Range of variables * starred items mandatory for PWC

Maintenance/service of the motor may include but is not limited to:

Oil levels and mix *Belts Spark plugs *Regular running and flushing of motor *Manual starting Raw water intake filters *Fuel lines, fillers and tanks *

HosesCompliance with program maintenance *Electrical wiringDead man's switchSteerage *Propeller and shaft condition *

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Safety equipment may include:

Lifejackets *Bailers Dinghy/life-raftPaddles/oars Bilge pump Bucket and line First aid kit Fire extinguisher Distress signalling equipment *Marine radioWaterproof torch *Charts *Anchor/sea anchor *Lifebuoy *

Compass Sound signal Drinking water Towing harness Isolating switches Tow rope Local emergency procedures book Sounding equipmentEPIRB *GPS Divers flag Suitable clothing *Emergency steering Alternative means of propulsion

Weather and conditions:

Current forecast *Wind *Latest weather and conditions information *Source of weather information *

Tides (flood and ebb tides) rips and bars *Wave height *Visibility *Day/night *

Area of operation may include:

Hazards *Local knowledge, rules and protocols *Events *Emergency response *

Access and exit points *Safe havens *Launching ramps *Destination port *

Trip activity may include:

Adequate fuel for distance to be travelled *Way pointsSuitability of vessel for the activity *Radio used and frequencyCall signs

Trip intention formsDescription of vessel *Registration number *Trip departure and return time *Area and nature of operation *

Persons to advise may include:

Family member *Neighbour(s) *Water Police Recognised marine rescue services Local police Governing body

Relative *Organisation *Club *Harbour master Note in car, if appropriate *Coastal radio stations *

Provisions may include:

Water FoodIceSun protection *Wet weather gearFirst aid kit

Personal medication for all passengersBatteriesGasAdequate emergency fuel (reserve) and a method of fuel transfer

Mooring and berth maintenance may include:

Appropriateness of mooring/berthing *Regularity of checksServices by recognised contractor

Serviceable mooring and berthing lines *FendersAnchors and other ground tackle

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Activity details to be communicated may include:

Vessel description or photo *Number of people in vessel *Departure/arrival times *Types of radios

Must advise trip conclusion *Shore contact details *Trailer registration number *Fuel capacity and usage *

Pre-start check may include:

Fuel is connected *Battery is charged and connected *Kill switch *Fumes, petrol *Fuel and water leaks *Open hatches/windows/doorsVentilation

Sea-cock opening Secure loose gear *Turn on marine radioChecking bilge water levels *Navigation lights *Raising radio aerials

Evidence guideCritical aspects of evidence:

The regular maintenance and service requirements for a power vessel are identified.Pre-departure check procedures which ensure readiness for the planned activity are identified.The activity is planned and appropriate person to advice regarding trip details is identified.

Interdependent assessment of units:

Nil

Underpinning knowledge:

Weather informationVessel maintenance and service schedule requirementsCapabilities of vesselSafety equipment required on board vesselSafety proceduresMarine legislation, regulations and rulesArea of activityLegislative requirements regarding the use of safety equipment

Underpinning skills: Interpret weather forecasts

Resource requirements:

Nil

Consistency in performance:

Assessment of this unit may be undertaken over time with reference to a range of boating contexts

Context of assessment:

Assessment of this unit may be undertaken by one or a combination of theory, actual or simulated boating context

Unit 2 Safely operate a small mechanically powered vessel

Unit descriptor: This unit covers knowledge required for safe handling/operation of a non-commercial powered vessel on coastal and inland waters.

Elements Performance criteria

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Vessel manoeuvring and handling

Procedures for pre-start checks are described.

Motor preparation and starting procedures are described.

Safe manoeuvring according to conditions and in accordance with water traffic regulations is identified.

Requirements for monitoring of the performance of the vessel and personnel at all times are identified.

The potential impact of vessel use on others and the environment is described.

The wearing, use and stowage of safety equipment in accordance with legislation and recognised regulations and rules is described.

Safe navigation Aids to small craft navigation are identified.

Collision avoidance techniques and when these must be applied are described in accordance with relevant legislation, recognised regulations and rules.

Vessel operation procedures are described in accordance with relevant legislation, recognised regulations and rules.

Navigational aids and landmarks used to determine and monitor vessel position are identified.

Navigation hazards and conditions which must be taken into account in navigating the vessel are identified.

Anchoring procedures Selection of appropriate anchorage site in accordance with specified prevailing and forecast conditions and in accordance with legislation is described.

The types of anchor suitable for a range of locations are correctly identified.

Anchor lowering, setting and monitoring requirements according to specified prevailing conditions are correctly described.

Anchor retrieval and secure stowage is correctly identified.

Range of variables * starred items mandatory for PWC

Manoeuvring conditions may include:

From or to a ramp, pontoon, wharf, mooring, anchor *Confined areas (narrow channels, marinas, moorings, obstructions) *Sea-states: bars, waves, rips, high seas, tidal surges, choppy conditions *Low speed/high speed *Wakes *Poor visibility *Effect of wind *Large vessels *

Safe manoeuvring may include:

Steer straight line *Astern *Figure-eight *Right of way *Port-starboard *Throttle control *

Emergency stop *Trim and stability of vessel *Towing or being towed *Berthing *Standing-on/stemming the tide *Retrieval of person overboard *

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Monitoring may include:

Cooling system*Bilge, portholes and hatchesLocation and welfare or persons on board*Oil, fuel and water *Radio

SeweragePosition of vessel *Other water users *Battery and electrical systems *Ventilation

Hazards and conditions may include:

Weather *Set and drift *Effect of wind, tides and currents *Submerged objects *

Other vessels / wash *Restricted waters *Crossing bars *

Type of anchors may include:

DanforthGrapnelBrucePlough

AdmiraltySea anchorSarca

Anchoring systems may include:

Multiple anchorsBow and stern anchors

Mooring buoy

Aids to small craft navigation may include:

IALA Buoyage System ‘A’ Charts CompassesGPSSounder

Tide tables Passage plan Marine references Notices to marinersRadio navigational warnings

Impact of vessel use on others and the environment may include:

Noise *Wake *Safety of others *Disturbance or injury to wildlife *Disposal of waste *

Effects of detergent *Anti-foul Disposal of bilge water Fuelling arrangements *

Legislation, procedures and rules may relate to:

Collision regulations such as:Navigating in narrow channels *Giving way to other vessels *Overtaking *Proper lookout *Sound signals, lights and shapes *Responsibilities and duty of care *Use of buoyage system *Speed *

Recognition of lights and markers *Rules of road *Recognition of operation areas *Specific activity rules eg PWC, water skis *Equipment requirements *Accident/incident reporting *

Marine legislation such asSafety regulations *Marine Safety Act 2010 (Vic)Licensing and registration *Speed limit restrictions *Distance off requirements *Port limits *

Marine incident reporting *Carrying capacity *Alcohol limits *Age of operators *

Environmental and wildlife regulations:Relevant and applicable state/territory rules as they apply to the operations of vessels *

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Evidence guide

Critical aspects of evidence:

The requirements for safe operation and anchoring of the vessel at all times in accordance with relevant legislation, regulations and rules are correctly identified.


Pre-requisite units: Nil

Co-requisite units: Nil


Boating and other relevant legislation, rules and regulationsArea of activity hazards and prevailing conditionsBoating information resourcesLegislative requirements regarding the use of safety equipmentEnvironmental awareness

Underpinning skills: Nil


Nil


Assessment of this unit may be undertaken over time with reference to a range of boating contexts.


Assessment of this unit may be undertaken by one or a combination of theory, actual or simulated boating context.

Unit 3 Respond to boating emergencies and incidents

Unit descriptor: This unit covers the knowledge required to deal with boating emergencies and incidents including the use of safety equipment and the provision of assistance to others in distress.

Elements Performance criteria

Use safety equipment The requirement that nature, type, location, accessibility and serviceability of safety equipment is known and understood by all personnel on board is described.The briefing of personnel which must be conducted before departure is described.The purpose for which safety equipment is designed is identified.Use of safety equipment in a manner appropriate to given emergency incidents is identified.

Raise alarms Nature of emergency is identified.Alarm to be communicated to on-board personnel is correctly described.Distress signals used to indicate need of assistance are correctly recognised.

Deal with on-board emergency

Communication to on board personnel of the actions required to deal with the emergency is described.

Procedures which must be implemented to combat emergency and protect persons on board are identified.The means by which vessel position is identified, recorded and communicated are recognised.Assistance to be provided to injured persons is identified.The maintenance of communication with rescuers is identified.Procedures for abandoning the vessel are identified.Communication of cessation of emergency to appropriate personnel is identified.

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Assist others in distress

Distress signals from others are recognised Nature of assistance required is identifiedCapability to safely assist or relay emergency is determined taking into account own safety and physical proximity to the emergency incidentAppropriate response to the emergency is identifiedCommunication of cessation of emergency to appropriate personnel is identified

Range of variables: * starred items mandatory for PWC

Emergencies may include:

Fire (smoke or heat)*Collision *Grounding *Person overboard*Person retrieval from water*Capsize *Swamping *Sinking *Fouled propeller *

Motor breakdown or malfunction (electrical/mechanical) *AnchoringFloodingLost *Injuries/illnesses *Hypothermia *Lack of fuel *Contaminated fuel*

Distress signals may include:

Pyrotechnic distress flares FlagsRadioHand signals *Dye marker International Code - Signal of Distress *

Sound signals (including voice) *EPIRB V-sheetReflective mirror Light signalsMobile phone *

Preparation for abandoning includes:

Brief on-board personnel*Drinking water Donning of life jacketsIdentifying location of vesselCommunicating to rescuers of actions taken or to be taken*

Readiness of life raftActivate EPIRB*Identification and collection of emergency equipment, provisions and clothingDeployment of anchor or sea anchor

Briefing information may include:

Vessel operation *Personnel assessment such as swimming skills, boating knowledge, medication and dietary requirements *Location and use of safety equipment Emergency procedures *Abandoning procedures *

Evidence guideCritical aspects of evidence:

Accurate communication of nature of emergency to on-board personnel, potential rescuers and/or marine authorities is identified.Correct deployment of safety equipment to suit the nature of the emergency is identified.


Pre-requisite Units: Nil

Co-requisite units: Nil

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Range of safety equipmentTypes of boating emergency incidents and situationsCommon emergency actionsBoating legislation, regulations and rules

Underpinning skills: Correct use of safety equipmentCommunicationLeadership skillsDelegation skillsFirst aid


Nil


Assessment of this unit may be undertaken over time with reference to a range of boating contexts.


Assessment of this unit may be undertaken by one or a combination of theory, actual or simulated boating context.

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Attachment IITraining venue inspection checklist

Venue name: Location:

Site induction contact:

Contact number

Training date: ____ / ____ / ____

Emergency procedures Facilities Emergency procedure Emergency exits Fire extinguisher location First aid kit location

Access to amenities Coffee / tea making facilities Parking

Occupational health and safety Controls Access and egress is clear No trip hazards such as cables or uneven

floor surfaces Electrical appliances such as urn for

making coffee/tea are in good order and on a stable counter with good access

________________________

________________________

________________________

Training space Equipment Adequate size for number of participants Adequate seating for number of

participants Room layout, seating, is appropriate for the

purposes of training and assessment. Adequate heating / air conditioning Adequate lighting

White board Projector ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________

Inspection conducted by:

Name:_________________________

Inspection date: ____ / ____ / ____

Signature:_____________________

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Attachment III Training & Assessment Strategy

Name of Accredited Training Provider (ATP)

Marine Licencecompetency standards

Program duration Proposed assessment hours

Marine Licence

PWC

Delivery and assessment staff

Name of staff member/sPlease add more lines as required

Competencies of staffProvide detail of the following:

Training and Assessment qualification or equivalent competencies

Relevant boat operator licences/experience InductedYes/no

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Name of Liaison Officer

Who is the person nominated by your entity to manage MSV publications and Certificates of Attainment? This includes:o Maintaining the register of certificates of attainment o Ordering certificates of attainmento Reconciling issue of certificates of attainment o Posting back damaged certificates to MSV

Delivery and assessment arrangements

Delivery Insert a brief outline of how delivery will occur including the estimated time frame. Include a description of how participants with poor language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills will be identified before the commencement of training

Assessment Insert a brief outline of:

o how assessment will be carried out, including the estimated time frame o how re assessment will take place o how participants with poor LLN will be assessed

Complaints and appeals

Does the ATP have procedures in place for complaints and appeals? Yes NoTraining venue/sTick the TVC column if a training venue checklist has been completed for that venue. Add to this checklist as required. Insert location of training venues TVC Insert location of training venues TVC

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Resources List instructional aids and resource materials to be used in training and assessment

Promotion Describe how the course/s will be advertised.

Proof of identity

Briefly describe how proof of identity will be established and recorded.

Continuous improvement

Insert a brief outline of how and how frequently feedback will be collected from participants and how this feedback will be used to improve the quality of training and assessment.

MSV trainer performance checklist

Insert a brief description of how the MSV trainer performance checklist will be administered with:o new staff o ongoing staff

Has a lesson plan been developed?

Yes – please attach No

ATP management endorsement

Name:Title:Signature:

Date:Review: How and when will this strategy be reviewed?

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