Packaging of Competency Standards for Vocational Qualifications  
TTNVQ ENMT3003 Marine Terminal Operations Level 3  
Unit Code  
Unit Title  
Maintain workplace Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE)  
requirements  
Level  
EN00111  
EN00112  
EN00113  
Mandatory  
Mandatory  
Mandatory  
Conduct interactive workplace communication  
Manage personal professional development and working  
relationships  
EN00119  
EN00120  
EN00121  
EN00122  
EN00123  
EN00124  
Maintain emergency response arrangements  
Plan transfer operations  
Mandatory  
Mandatory  
Mandatory  
Mandatory  
Mandatory  
Elective  
Coordinate mooring and unmooring of ship  
Supervise terminal personnel and equipment performance  
Supervise berth preparation  
Prepare documentation for cargo transfer  
To achieve this qualification all mandatory units must be achieved. A Unit award will be given for  
the Elective unit achieved.  
EN00111  
Maintain Workplace Health, Safety and  
Environmental (HSE) Requirements  
EN00111  
Maintain Workplace Health, Safety and  
Environmental (HSE) Requirements  
Unit Descriptor:  
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to maintain workplace  
Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies and procedures relating  
to the work being undertaken, to ensure own safety and that of others.  
ELEMENTS  
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA  
Candidates must be able to:  
Identify Health, Safety and  
Identify personal HSE roles, responsibilities and duties  
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Environmental (HSE) roles and  
responsibilities  
within the organization, following workplace procedures  
Identify roles and responsibilities of HSE personnel and  
committees within the organization, following workplace  
procedures  
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Participate in workplace meetings, inspections and other  
HSE activities in accordance with workplace procedures  
1.3  
1.4  
Complete safety checks and record in accordance with  
standard operating procedures  
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Maintain workplace safety  
procedures  
2.1 Follow established safety procedures when conducting work  
Use, maintain and store personal protective clothing and/or  
equipment according to standard operating procedures  
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Undertake safety checks on all equipment and machinery  
before operation according to standard operating  
2.3  
procedures  
Identify and handle hazardous materials according to MSDS  
and SOPs  
2.4  
Use safe handling techniques when conducting work  
according SOPs  
2.5  
Identify and report near misses, incidents and accidents  
according to HSE procedures  
2.6  
Check for compliance of permit to work package in  
accordance with workplace procedures, where necessary  
2.7  
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EN00111  
Maintain Workplace Health, Safety and  
Environmental (HSE) Requirements  
Identify and report hazards in the workplace to designated  
personnel according to HSE procedures  
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Identify hazards and mitigate  
risks  
3.1  
Assess risks associated with identified hazards, take action  
and record according to workplace procedures  
3.2  
3.3  
Implement the risk controls that were agreed at risk  
assessment  
Follow workplace emergency response procedures in  
responding to emergency incidents  
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Apply emergency procedures  
4.1  
4.2  
4.3  
Use emergency equipment following standard operating  
procedures  
Identify muster points and follow evacuation routes and  
procedures according to workplace procedures  
RANGE STATEMENT  
Safety procedures include:  
Personal protective clothing and equipment  
include:  
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instructions on how a workplace  
activity should be carried out  
accident and incident reporting  
electrical safety  
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aprons/splash suit  
breathing apparatus  
eye protectors  
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emergency procedures  
health and hygiene  
isolation  
gloves  
harnesses  
hearing protectors  
helmets  
manual handling  
noise and vibration  
permit to work  
fire retardant coveralls  
personal flotation devices  
personal gas monitors  
safety lines  
plant and equipment  
use of tools  
rescue procedures  
safety footwear  
use and storage of hazardous  
substances  
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use of personal protective equipment  
use of safety and flotation devices  
housekeeping  
work in abnormal weather conditions  
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EN00111  
Maintain Workplace Health, Safety and  
Environmental (HSE) Requirements  
Hazardous chemicals include:  
Safe manual handling techniques include:  
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flammables  
asphyxiants  
corrosives  
toxins  
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bending  
lifting  
loading materials  
moving  
pulling  
pushing  
repetitive tasks  
storing materials at heights  
up-ending materials  
Worker/employee responsibilities include:  
Hazards include:  
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accepting responsibility for protection  
of health and safety of others through  
avoidance of personal action that will  
put others at risk  
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biological  
body mechanics  
chemical  
electrical  
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cooperating with employer/supervisor  
in any action taken to comply with OSH  
legislation  
gravity  
mechanical  
noise  
taking reasonable care for own health  
and safety  
pressure  
temperature  
incompatible operations  
human element  
Emergency incidents include:  
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chemical spills  
collisions  
disabled vessel  
electrocution  
Designated personnel include:  
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ship officer  
falling or being dragged overboard  
fire  
supervisors, managers and team  
leaders  
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workplace OSH personnel  
flood  
other persons authorised or nominated  
by the workplace to perform, approve,  
inspect or direct specified work  
grounding  
hull damage  
immersion in water  
natural disasters  
health issues/injuries  
health issues/injuries to persons on the  
vessels  
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EN00111  
Maintain Workplace Health, Safety and  
Environmental (HSE) Requirements  
UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS  
Candidates must know:  
1. what are the statutory regulations and requirements regarding individuals’ responsibility  
for the safety of themselves and others  
2. what are the main elements of the HSE policy of the organization  
3. what are the individual duties relating to stopping unsafe work and reporting incidents  
4. what are the procedures to report safety issues and accidents  
5. how to interpret and follow suppliers, manufacturers and company instructions for the  
safe use of equipment, materials and products  
6. how to identify hazards and mitigate risks  
7. what are the procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency  
8. what are the basic safety practices and procedures, including the use of relevant  
emergency equipment  
EVIDENCE GUIDE  
(1)  
Critical Aspects of Evidence  
Evidence should include a demonstrated ability to:  
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complete safety checks and record in accordance with standard  
operating procedures  
undertake safety checks on all equipment and machinery before  
operation according to standard operating procedures  
identify and report near misses, incidents and accidents according to  
HSE procedures  
check for compliance of permit to work package in accordance with  
workplace procedures, where necessary  
assess risks associated with identified hazards, take action and record  
according to workplace procedures  
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use emergency equipment following standard operating procedures  
identify muster points and follow evacuation routes and procedures  
according to workplace procedures  
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Method of Assessment  
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and  
authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct  
observation, supervisor’s reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning  
techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those  
required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools,  
equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to  
refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications,  
codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.  
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EN00111  
Maintain Workplace Health, Safety and  
Environmental (HSE) Requirements  
(3)  
Context of Assessment  
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the  
job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work,  
then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects  
realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be  
demonstrated by an individual working as part of a team. The assessment environment  
should not disadvantage the candidate.  
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EN00112  
Conduct Interactive Workplace Communication  
EN00112  
Unit Descriptor:  
Conduct Interactive Workplace Communication  
This unit deals with the skills and knowledge required to effectively  
conduct interactive communication in the work environment.  
ELEMENTS  
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA  
Candidates must be able to:  
Communicate workplace  
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1.1 Communicate with clients to gain pertinent information for  
work related activities  
information  
1.2 Identify the sources of information for work related activities,  
ensuring that the information is selected and sequenced  
appropriately  
Perform verbal and written recording/reporting where  
required, in accordance with workplace procedures  
1.3  
Communicate to colleagues using appropriate industry  
jargon, when necessary  
1.4  
Participate in group discussion  
in meetings  
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2.1 Seek and provide responses to others during group  
discussions  
Make constructive contributions in terms of the production  
process involved  
2.2  
2.3 Communicate goals and aims effectively to other members  
of the group using appropriate techniques  
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EN00112  
Conduct Interactive Workplace Communication  
Clients include:  
RANGE STATEMENT  
Techniques of communication include:  
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sketches  
drawings  
charts and maps  
telephone  
radio  
production schedules  
written machine or job instructions  
client instructions  
face to face  
signage  
memos  
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internal  
external  
ships  
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work schedules/work bulletins  
electronic media  
Sources of information includes:  
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clients  
procedure manuals  
memos/emails  
relevant industry guidelines and  
documents  
UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS  
Candidates must know:  
1. what is the importance of communication as it relates to safe and effective working conditions  
2. what information should be communicated  
3. how to use work schedules, charts, work bulletins, memos and other tools to undertake  
effective communication  
4. how to use industry jargon  
5. how to work safely according to instructions  
6. how do you know when information is correctly received  
7. how to communicate with persons for whom English is not their first language  
8. what are the relevant sources of information  
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EN00112  
Conduct Interactive Workplace Communication  
EVIDENCE GUIDE  
(1) Critical Aspects of Evidence  
Evidence should include a demonstrated ability to:  
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communicate with clients to gain pertinent information for work related activities  
identify the sources of information for work related activities, ensuring that the information  
is selected and sequenced appropriately  
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perform verbal and written recording/reporting where required, in accordance with  
workplace procedures  
(2) Method of Assessment  
Assessors should gather a range of evidence, over a period of time, which is valid, sufficient  
and authentic. Evidence should be gathered through a variety of ways including direct  
observation, oral questioning, examination of portfolio, and simulation. Questioning  
techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required  
in this unit competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials  
and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant  
workplace procedures, manufacturer’s specifications, codes, standards, manuals and  
reference materials.  
(3) Context of Assessment  
This unit may be assessed on the job or off the job. Where assessment is done off the job, an  
appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects realistic  
workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be demonstrated by an  
individual working as part of a team. The assessment environment should not disadvantage  
the candidate.  
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EN00113  
Manage Personal Professional Development and Working  
Relationships  
EN00113  
Unit Descriptor:  
Manage Personal Professional Development and  
Working Relationships  
This unit covers the competence required to manage personal resources  
and professional development in order to achieve work objectives and  
career and personal goals. This unit covers the competence required to  
build effective working relationships with stakeholders. It deals with  
supporting and delivering own work and that of the organization by  
developing relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The  
need to monitor and review the effectiveness of the working relationships  
is also a key requirement of this unit.  
ELEMENTS  
Candidates must be able to:  
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA  
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Manage own resources and  
professional development  
1.1  
Evaluate and identify any gaps between the current and  
future requirements of own work-role, taking account of the  
vision and objectives of the department  
1.2  
1.3  
1.4  
1.5  
Identify and utilize information which is relevant to own work  
role and professional development  
Develop personal work objectives with line manager  
following workplace procedures  
Undertake the activities identified in development plan  
following workplace procedures  
Review and update own personal work objectives and  
development plan in the light of performance, any  
development activities undertaken and any wider changes  
1.6  
Obtain feedback on own performance from supervisor and  
ensure that own performance consistently meets or exceeds  
agreed requirements  
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Develop productive working  
relationships with stakeholders  
2.1  
2.2  
Identify external stakeholders and nature of their interest in  
the activities and performance of own organisation  
Take account of the priorities, expectations and authority of  
various stakeholders for decisions and fulfil agreements  
made with stakeholders  
2.3  
Advise stakeholders, in a timely manner, of any difficulties in  
fulfilling agreements, following workplace procedures  
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EN00113  
Manage Personal Professional Development and Working  
Relationships  
2.4  
2.5  
2.6  
Identify and resolve conflicts of interest and disagreements  
with stakeholders to minimize risks to the work being carried  
out  
Exchange information and resources with stakeholders to  
ensure that all parties can work effectively, following  
workplace procedures  
Provide and seek feedback to and from stakeholders on  
performance in order to identify areas of improvement,  
following workplace procedures  
RANGE STATEMENT  
Internal stakeholders include:  
External stakeholders include:  
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maintenance  
marketing/commercial  
production  
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cargo surveyor  
agents  
customs and immigration  
port health  
security  
Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)  
Laboratory  
towage/mooring boats  
cargo surveyor  
storage and loading  
documentation  
pilots  
towage/mooring boats  
chandlers  
contractors  
vessel crew  
port state control  
charterer/customer  
Information includes:  
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Code of Safe Working Practices for  
Merchant Seamen  
International Ship and Port Security  
(ISPS)  
International Standards of Operation for  
Ship Terminals (SIGTTO)  
International Safety Guide for Tankers  
and Terminals (ISGOTT)  
International Safety Management (ISM)  
statutory regulations  
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terminal’s operating manual/  
procedures  
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EN00113  
Manage Personal Professional Development and Working  
Relationships  
UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS  
Candidates must know:  
1. What are the legal responsibilities for maintaining own and others’ health, safety and  
security in your workplace  
2. What are the health and safety requirements placed upon the individual and the  
organisation by current legislation, directions and bye-laws, relevant to own area of  
operations  
3. What are the principle types of hazard and risk likely to be found in own area of  
operations  
4. What are the precautions appropriate for minimising hazards and risks in own area of  
operations  
5. What are the benefits of developing productive working relationships with stakeholders  
6. What are the basic principles of effective communication and how to apply them in order  
to communicate effectively with stakeholders  
7. how to identify disagreements and conflicts of interest with stakeholders and what are the  
methods for sorting them out  
8. how to take account of diversity issues when developing working relationships  
9. what is the importance of exchanging information and resources with stakeholders  
10. how to provide, obtain and make use of feedback on performance to and from  
stakeholders  
11. what are the regulations and codes of practice that apply in the marine industry  
12. what are the standards of behaviour and performance in the marine industry  
13. who are the stakeholders relevant to the work being carried out, their work roles and  
responsibilities  
14. what are the processes within the organisation for making decisions  
15. what are line management responsibilities within the organisation  
16. the organisation’s values and culture  
17. what are the information and resources that various stakeholders might need  
18. why it is important to recognise and respect the roles and responsibilities of stakeholders  
19. how to identify and meet the information needs of stakeholders  
20. what information is appropriate to provide to external stakeholders and the factors that  
need to be taken into consideration  
21. what are the roles of the principal third parties with which ports deal  
22. what are developments, issues and concerns of importance to external stakeholders  
23. what are agreements with the third party organisations relevant to own organisation  
EVIDENCE GUIDE  
(1)  
Critical Aspects of Evidence  
Evidence should include a demonstrated ability to:  
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develop personal work objectives with line manager following workplace procedures  
review and update own personal work objectives and development plan in the light of  
performance, any development activities undertaken and any wider changes  
identify external stakeholders and nature of their interest in the activities and  
performance of own organisation  
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EN00113  
Manage Personal Professional Development and Working  
Relationships  
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identify and resolve conflicts of interest and disagreements with stakeholders to  
minimize risks to the work being carried out  
exchange information and resources with stakeholders to ensure that all parties can  
work effectively, following workplace procedures  
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Method of Assessment  
Assessors should gather a range of evidence, over a period of time, which is valid,  
sufficient and authentic. Evidence should be gathered through a variety of ways including  
direct observation and oral questioning. Questioning techniques should not require  
language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit competency.  
The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation  
required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures,  
manufacturer’s specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials  
(3)  
Context of Assessment  
This unit may be assessed on the job or off the job. Where assessment is done off the  
job, an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects  
realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be  
demonstrated by working individually  
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EN00119  
Maintain Emergency Response Arrangements  
EN00119  
Unit Descriptor:  
Maintain Emergency Response Arrangements  
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required maintain emergency  
response arrangements. This includes ensuring that personnel are  
prepared, equipment is tested and complies with requirements of the  
terminal emergency plans.  
ELEMENTS  
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA  
Candidates must be able to:  
Prepare equipment and  
Inspect and test equipment and systems required for  
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personnel for emergency  
emergency response following standard operating  
response  
procedures  
1.2 Report all equipment defects according to workplace  
procedures  
1.3 Manage resources to maintain emergency preparedness  
following workplace procedures  
Recommend appropriate emergency response training for  
terminal personnel  
1.4  
Conduct ‘tool box talks’ to prepare personnel for activities in  
the port  
1.5  
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Evaluate personnel and  
equipment performance  
2.1 Conduct table top/drill exercises for terminal personnel to  
build confidence in their response capability  
Evaluate performance of terminal personnel, systems and  
equipment during each emergency/drill situation against  
2.2  
established terminal procedures  
Record and report findings from exercises and actual  
emergencies following workplace procedures  
2.3  
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EN00119  
Maintain Emergency Response Arrangements  
Equipment and systems include:  
RANGE STATEMENT  
Resources include:  
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manpower  
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firefighting equipment  
fire suppression system  
first aid equipment  
emergency equipment  
spill kits (where applicable)  
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breathing apparatus (where applicable)  
Sources of information and documentation  
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Legislation and procedures include:  
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Occupational Safety and Health  
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emergency response plan  
fire plan  
Company Emergency Response Plan  
International Safety Guide for Tankers  
and Terminals (ISGOTT)  
evacuation plan  
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Liquefied Gas Handling Principles  
equipment certification  
equipment test records  
training records  
International Maritime Organization  
(IMO) publications  
UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS  
Candidates must know:  
1. where is the terminal emergency preparedness plan  
2. what are the different types of emergency equipment and systems  
3. how to test/check emergency equipment and systems  
4. how to conduct ‘tool box talks’  
5. how to evaluate terminal personnel, systems and equipment  
6. what are the reporting and recording procedures for emergency situations  
EVIDENCE GUIDE  
(1)  
Critical Aspects of Evidence  
Evidence should include a demonstrated ability to:  
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inspect and test equipment and systems required for emergency response  
following standard operating procedures  
manage resources to maintain emergency preparedness following workplace  
procedures  
evaluate performance of terminal personnel, systems and equipment during each  
emergency/drill situation against established terminal procedures  
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Maintain Emergency Response Arrangements  
(2)  
Method of Assessment  
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and  
authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct  
observation, supervisor’s reports, oral and written questioning. Questioning techniques  
should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this  
unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials  
and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant  
regulations, workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes,  
standards, manuals and reference materials.  
(3)  
Context of Assessment  
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the  
job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work,  
then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects  
realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be  
demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment  
environment should not disadvantage the candidate.  
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EN00120  
Plan Transfer Operations  
EN00120  
Unit Descriptor:  
Plan Transfer Operations  
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to plan transfer  
operations. It involves establishing the terminal’s plan; coordinating  
transfer with staff of storage facility; establishing ship/shore transfer  
requirements; establishing communication with ship and establishing  
condition of ballast water.  
ELEMENTS  
Candidates must be able to:  
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA  
Establish terminal’s plan for  
transfers  
Determine full characteristics and quantities of cargo/slops  
to be transferred following standard operating procedures  
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Determine sequence of transfer of cargo/slops according to  
ship’s requirements as determined prior to arrival  
1.2  
Determine transfer rate following standard operating  
procedures  
1.3  
1.4  
1.5  
Determine details of limitations on any transfers due to  
terminal characteristics  
Carry out or review risk assessment for foreseeable non-  
standard transfer operations, where required, following  
standard operating procedures  
Plan cargo/slops transfer control measures and notification  
procedures following standard operating procedures  
1.6  
Advise storage facility staff of the cargo/slops transfer  
requirements, following standard operating procedures  
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Coordinate transfer with staff of  
storage facility  
2.1  
2.2  
Monitor and record limitations on transfer requirements  
stipulated by storage facility and ship staff, following  
standard operating procedures  
Interface with ship personnel on specified volume and  
quality of cargo/slops required, following standard operating  
procedures  
Establish ship/shore transfer  
requirements  
3.1  
Establish transfer procedures and control measures for  
cargo/slops following standard operating procedures  
3.2  
3.4  
3.5  
Determine vapour recovery configurations following  
standard operating procedures  
Establish mutual understanding and agreement to terminal  
and ship emergency procedures according to marine  
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Plan Transfer Operations  
operations  
Establish normal and emergency communication  
arrangements according to marine operations  
3.6  
Check that transfer equipment is safely connected following  
standard operating procedures  
3.7  
3.8  
3.9  
Check that there is effective containment of possible spillage  
when connecting transfer equipment  
Test and ensure that emergency disconnection system is  
fully operational and ready for use according to standard  
operating procedures  
Check that communication systems are compatible and  
deactivate prior to connection/disconnection, following  
standard operating procedures  
4
Establish communication with  
ship  
4.1  
4.2  
4.3  
Check that telephone/emergency umbilical cables are  
functional and properly connected/disconnected; and stow  
according to standard operating procedures  
Check that radio communication links are functional,  
following standard operating procedures  
Inspect ship’s records of condition of ballast water following  
standard operating procedures  
5
Establish condition of ballast  
water  
5.1  
5.2  
Inspect ballast water, take samples, where necessary and  
send for analysis according to standard operating  
procedures  
Convey results of ballast water analysis to ship, terminal and  
storage facility staff following standard operating procedures  
5.3  
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Plan Transfer Operations  
RANGE STATEMENT  
Ship includes:  
Equipment includes:  
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chemical  
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pumps  
valves  
Liquefied Gasses (LNG and LPG)  
oil tankers  
storage tanks  
vapour compressors  
switches  
ports  
Auxiliary machinery and associated systems  
include:  
Sources of information and documentation  
include:  
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emergency generator  
telephone system  
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International Convention on the  
Prevention of Pollution at Sea  
(MARPOL)  
emergency shutdown device  
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Liquefied Gas Handling Principles  
International Safety Guide for Tankers  
and Terminals (ISGOTT)  
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International Safety Management (ISM)  
statutory regulations  
terminal’s operating manual/  
procedures  
Communication includes:  
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intrinsically safe radios  
dedicated berthing channels  
navigation lights  
UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS  
Candidates must know:  
1. what are the environmental operating limits for berthing/transfer operations  
2. what is the importance of the correct positioning of the vessel  
3. how to provide and maintain a safe access for routine and emergency purposes  
4. what is the importance of and scope of the pre-transfer meeting  
5. what is the purpose and Scope of Ship/Shore Safety Checklist (SSSCL)  
6. what are the documents associated with transfer operations  
7. what are the requirements for sampling and gauging before the start of transfer  
8. what are the controls and terminal procedures associated with ballast operations  
9. what are the requirements for safe connection of transfer equipment  
10. what are the requirements for preventing electrical arcing at the manifold  
11. what are the requirements associated with the connection, umbilical cables and  
telephone links and how to test the emergency shutdown (ESD)  
12. how to set lines and systems for the transfer operation  
13. what are the procedures for vapour recovery/return  
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14. what are the gassing up and cool-down procedures  
Plan Transfer Operations  
EVIDENCE GUIDE  
(1)  
Critical Aspects of Evidence  
Evidence should include the ability to:  
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determine transfer rate following standard operating procedures  
establish transfer procedures and control measures for cargo/slops following  
standard operating procedures  
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establish mutual understanding and agreement to terminal and ship emergency  
procedures according to marine operations  
test and ensure that emergency disconnection system is fully operational and ready  
for use according to standard operating procedures  
use communication equipment effectively  
(2)  
Method of Assessment  
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and  
authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct  
observation, supervisor’s reports, portfolio, oral and written questioning. Questioning  
techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those  
required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools,  
equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to  
refer to any relevant regulations, workplace procedures, product and manufacturing  
specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.  
(3)  
Context of Assessment  
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the  
job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work,  
then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects  
realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be  
demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment  
environment should not disadvantage the candidate.  
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EN00121  
Coordinate Mooring and Unmooring of Ship  
EN00121  
Unit Descriptor:  
Coordinate Mooring and Unmooring of Ship  
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to coordinate the  
mooring and unmooring of ship. It involves establishing the ship’s  
position, providing for connection/ disconnection of loading arms, hoses  
and services; providing for ship/shore access and coordinating the  
unmooring process of the ship.  
ELEMENTS  
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA  
Candidates must be able to:  
Coordinate mooring and  
Wear appropriate personal protective equipment in  
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1.1  
establish ship position  
accordance with workplace procedures  
Select mooring equipment for each particular mooring  
activity following marine operations  
1.2  
Assess the condition and operation of mooring materials  
and equipment following marine operation procedures  
1.3  
1.4  
Conduct ‘tool box’ talk to confirm that all parties involved in  
mooring are informed of sequence of operations to be  
followed  
1.5  
1.6  
Monitor use of shipboard mooring equipment following  
marine operations  
Monitor that arrangement of mooring lines meets  
prescribed plan for the vessel and berth and take action in  
accordance with standard operating procedures  
Check that the mooring equipment is used in the correct  
manner for each particular berthing activity  
1.7  
Assess condition of mooring equipment during mooring  
operations following standard operating procedures  
1.8  
Check that routine inspections of mooring equipment are  
conducted according to standard operating procedures  
1.9  
Check that mooring tensions are maintained within  
prescribed limits  
1.10  
1.11  
Check that the ship’s emergency tow line is positioned in  
accordance with standard operating procedures  
Provide for connection of  
loading arms, hoses and  
services  
2
2.1  
Check that loading arms/hoses and other piping  
connections can be made according to ship to shore  
procedures  
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Coordinate Mooring and Unmooring of Ship  
2.2  
Inform master/pilot of ship’s position relative to the specific  
position of the loading/discharge manifold  
Check ship/shore access according to standard operating  
procedures  
3
Provide for ship/shore access  
3.1  
3.2  
3.3  
3.4  
Deploy ship/shore access to according to standard  
operating procedures  
Check that safe ship/shore access is maintained  
according to standard operating procedures  
Check that vessel is in compliance with company security  
policy and dock and harbour regulations  
Confirm that arrangements were made with pilot, tugs and  
unmooring crew for ship’s departure from berth  
4
Coordinate unmooring process  
4.1  
4.2  
Check that all cargo transfer and safety equipment have  
been disconnected and are stowed according to standard  
operating procedures  
Check that all persons involved in the unmooring operation  
are wearing appropriate personal protective equipment  
following workplace procedures  
4.3  
4.4  
Confirm that communication to unmooring crew is tested  
and functional  
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Coordinate Mooring and Unmooring of Ship  
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) includes:  
RANGE STATEMENT  
Ship includes:  
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chemical  
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work vest  
Liquefied Gasses (LNG and LPG)  
oil tankers  
gloves  
steel tip boots  
helmet  
fire retardant coveralls  
Cargo transfer and safety equipment include:  
Mooring equipment includes:  
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transfer hoses/loading arms  
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bollards  
fenders  
fire hoses and International Shore  
Connections  
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communication cable  
bonding cable  
Sources of information and documentation  
include:  
Mooring personnel include:  
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terminal crew  
berthing master  
tug crew  
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Document of Compliance (DOC)  
terminal’s operating manual/  
procedures  
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statutory regulations  
launch crew  
ship crew  
meteorological information  
Code of Safe Working Practices for  
Merchant Seamen  
bridge personnel  
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International Ship and Port Security  
(ISPS)  
UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS  
Candidates must know:  
1. what are the mooring arrangements and what is the importance of routine monitoring  
and tending  
2. what are the safe mooring practices  
3. what are the procedures for mooring/unmooring  
4. how to operate terminal mooring equipment  
5. how to monitor use of shipboard mooring equipment  
6. how to select equipment for each particular mooring/unmooring operation  
7. how to assess the condition and operation of mooring/unmooring equipment  
8. what are the specifications for loading arms/hoses and other connections to be made  
9. what are the procedures for checking ship/shore access  
10. how to recognize a safe ship/shore access  
11. how does the mooring gang contribute to the avoidance of propeller being fouled by  
mooring ropes  
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12. what are the processes/considerations for releasing a ship from berth in an emergency  
EVIDENCE GUIDE  
(1)  
Critical Aspects of Evidence  
Evidence should include the ability to:  
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understand the principles of mooring/unmooring activities  
coordinate mooring/unmooring activities  
position ship to connect/disconnect piping/loading arms/hoses to ship’s  
manifold  
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check that all cargo transfer and safety equipment have been  
disconnected and are stowed according to standard operating  
procedures  
(2)  
Method of Assessment  
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and  
authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct  
observation, supervisor’s reports, portfolio, oral and written questioning. Questioning  
techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those  
required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools,  
equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to  
refer to any relevant regulations, workplace procedures, product and manufacturing  
specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.  
(3)  
Context of Assessment  
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the  
job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work,  
then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects  
realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be  
demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment  
environment should not disadvantage the candidate.  
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EN00122  
Supervise Terminal Personnel and Equipment Performance  
EN00122  
Supervise Terminal Personnel and Equipment  
Performance  
Unit Descriptor:  
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to supervise terminal  
personnel and equipment performance. It includes allocating available  
resources for transfer operations, supervising transfer operations in the  
port and controlling and monitoring terminal and equipment.  
ELEMENTS  
Candidates must be able to:  
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA  
1
Supervise transfer operations  
within port  
1.1  
1.2  
1.3  
Identify and plan for the resources required for transfer  
operations taking considerations into account  
Allocate work to individuals and/or teams according to roles,  
responsibilities and operational requirements  
Brief individuals and/or teams regarding their  
responsibilities, ensuring that they understand relevant safe  
systems of work and procedures  
1.4  
1.5  
1.6  
1.7  
1.8  
1.9  
Monitor and record the progress of operations, identifying  
and addressing abnormalities from the plan and/or causes  
for delay  
Take relevant actions to ensure terminal regulations for  
health, safety, security and environmental requirements are  
adhered to, within one's responsibility  
Monitor the activities of individuals and/or teams against the  
standards of performance expected and provide feedback  
following workplace procedures  
Liaise with the relevant person on board to ensure the  
crew’s actions maintain the stability and integrity of the ship  
throughout the operation  
Complete all required documentation and issue to the  
relevant person(s) promptly, according to standard operating  
procedures  
Identify and report any delays and their causes to the  
relevant person following standard operating procedures  
1.10 Check that defects to facility and equipment are reported  
and addressed, following standard operating procedures  
1.11 Recognise changes in circumstances and adjust plans and  
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Supervise Terminal Personnel and Equipment Performance  
activities accordingly, following standard operating  
procedures  
2
Control and monitor terminal  
and equipment  
2.1  
Identify the people, equipment and storage facilities required  
for the cargo transfer  
2.2  
2.3  
2.4  
2.5  
Apply agreed procedures to ensure effective transfer  
operations  
Follow standard procedures to ensure effective maintenance  
of storage and transfer equipment  
Maintain accurate and up to date documentation according  
to standard operating procedures  
Check that plant and equipment is cleaned, maintained,  
stored or reallocated upon completion of the operation  
following standard operating procedures  
2.6  
Review the procedures used for the effective transfer  
operations and make recommendations following workplace  
guidelines and industry best practice  
RANGE STATEMENT  
Considerations for transfer operations include:  
Procedures for effective operations include:  
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location of cargo  
type of cargo  
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health, safety, security and  
environment  
Standard Operating Procedures  
(SOPs)  
work instructions  
risk assessment  
permit to work system  
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)  
emergency response procedures  
National Oil Spill Response Plan  
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limitations of transfer equipment  
(pipelines and pumps)  
Mechanical Integrity (MI)  
ship arrangement and configuration  
details of transfer plan  
resources available  
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inventory level  
safe working practices  
Equipment includes:  
Applicable sections of regulations and  
legislation include:  
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transfer equipment  
mooring equipment  
jetty equipment  
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International Shipping Port Security  
(ISPS)  
safety equipment  
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Customs  
Occupational Safety and Health  
Shipping  
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Supervise Terminal Personnel and Equipment Performance  
Oil Pollution of Territorial Waters  
Documentation includes:  
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Sources of information and documentation  
include:  
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job request  
maintenance records  
work permit and related certificates  
risk assessment  
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Liquefied Gas Handling Principles  
International Safety Guide for Tankers  
and Terminals (ISGOTT)  
job hazard analysis  
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MARPOL  
International Safety Management (ISM)  
statutory regulations  
terminal’s operating manual/  
procedures  
UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS  
Candidates must know:  
1. what are the methods used for allocating work over a shift cycle  
2. what are the quality objectives for vessel turnaround  
3. what are the legal responsibilities for maintaining own and others’ health and safety in the  
workplace  
4. what are the principle types of hazards and risks likely to be encountered  
5. what are the appropriate precautions for minimising risks  
6. how to correctly wear, use and maintain personal protective equipment  
7. how to locate, use and maintain the principle types of safety and incident response  
equipment  
8. what are the incident reporting procedures  
9. what are the emergency procedures  
10. what are the role, responsibilities and limits of authority of yourself and others  
11. what are the locations of the alarm systems and how to operate them  
12. what are the procedures for contacting the emergency services  
13. what is the location of the approved escape routes and assembly points  
14. what are the responsibilities for reporting accidents and emergencies  
15. what is the organisation’s reporting structure  
16. what are the safe loading methods and restrictions  
17. what are the typical loading problems including those relating to stability  
18. how does weather and tidal conditions influence the loading operations  
19. what are the principal vessel types and characteristics  
20. how to identify and clarify customer and/or colleagues requirements  
21. what are the operating capabilities and limitations of plant and equipment used within the  
organisation and the associated checking and monitoring requirements  
22. what are the organisation’s environmental protection requirements including spillage and  
damage containment methods  
23. what is the organisation’s standard operating procedures for transferring cargo  
24. what are the organisation’s quality management systems  
25. what are typical cargo challenges relevant to own area of operations  
26. what is the impact of non conformance during transfer operations  
27. how to ensure that work instructions are understood  
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Supervise Terminal Personnel and Equipment Performance  
EVIDENCE GUIDE  
(1)  
Critical Aspects of Evidence  
Evidence should include a demonstrated ability to:  
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identify and plan for the resources required for transfer operations taking  
considerations into account  
monitor and record the progress of operations, identifying and addressing  
abnormalities from the plan and/or causes for delay  
take relevant actions to ensure terminal regulations for health, safety, security  
and environmental requirements are adhered to, within one's responsibility  
monitor the activities of individuals and/or teams against the standards of  
performance expected and provide feedback following workplace procedures  
identify the people, equipment and storage facilities required for the cargo  
transfer  
follow procedures for the effective transfer operations following standard  
operating procedures  
(2)  
Method of Assessment  
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and  
authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct  
observation, supervisor’s reports, oral and written questioning. Questioning techniques  
should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this  
unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials  
and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant  
regulations, workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications, codes,  
standards, manuals and reference materials.  
(3)  
Context of Assessment  
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the  
job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work,  
then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects  
realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be  
demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment  
environment should not disadvantage the candidate.  
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EN00123  
Supervise Berth Preparation  
EN00123  
Unit Descriptor:  
Supervise Berth Preparation  
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to supervise the  
preparation of the berth for arrival of ship. It includes checking weather  
and tidal conditions; determining the availability of the pilot; coordinating  
the services for berthing and testing of the hoses/loading arms connection  
as well as coordinating berth preparation.  
ELEMENTS  
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA  
Candidates must be able to:  
Check weather and tidal  
Obtain pre arrival information from the ship following  
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conditions  
terminal regulations  
1.2  
Obtain and compare forecast and permitted weather  
conditions for ship's transit to/from the berth, following  
terminal procedures  
Obtain and compare predicted and permitted tidal  
conditions for ship's transit to/from the berth, following  
terminal procedures  
1.3  
1.4  
1.5  
Obtain and compare forecast and permitted weather  
conditions for ship’s projected time alongside the berth,  
following terminal procedures  
Obtain and compare predicted and permitted tidal  
conditions for ship’s projected time alongside the berth,  
following terminal procedures  
Establish times at which Pilot will be required/available,  
following terminal procedures  
2
3
Determine availability of Pilot  
2.1  
2.2  
Confirm pilotage arrangements with pilot authority and  
ship, following terminal procedures  
Check availability of tugs and mooring boats, following  
marine operations  
Coordinate services for berthing 3.1  
Check availability of marine terminal and mooring  
personnel, following marine operations  
3.2  
3.3  
Check availability and operability of berth equipment,  
following marine operations  
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Supervise Berth Preparation  
Coordinate/conduct function test on loading arms/hoses  
according to standard operating procedures, prior to  
connection  
4
Coordinate the testing of  
hoses/loading arms connections  
4.1  
4.2  
Prepare and test vapour return lines to standard operating  
procedure, prior to connection  
5
Coordinate berth preparation  
5.1  
5.2  
5.3  
Identify and plan for the resources required for berth  
preparation taking considerations into account  
Allocate work to individuals and/or teams according roles,  
responsibilities and operational requirements  
Brief individuals and/or teams regarding their  
responsibilities, ensuring that they understand their work  
instructions and relevant safe systems of work and  
procedures  
5.4  
5.5  
5.6  
5.7  
Monitor and record the progress of preparations,  
identifying and addressing abnormalities from the plan  
and/or causes for delay  
Take relevant actions to ensure terminal regulations for  
health, safety, security and environmental requirements  
are adhered to, within one's responsibility  
Monitor the activities of individuals and/or teams against  
the standards of performance expected and provide  
feedback following workplace procedures  
Complete all required documentation and issue to the  
relevant person(s) promptly, according to standard  
operating procedures  
5.8  
Identify and report any delays and their causes to the  
relevant person following standard operating procedures  
5.9  
Check that defects to facility and equipment are reported  
and addressed, following standard operating procedures  
5.10  
Recognise changes in circumstances and adjust plans  
and activities accordingly, following standard operating  
procedures  
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Supervise Berth Preparation  
RANGE STATEMENT  
Ship includes:  
Pre arrival information includes:  
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chemical  
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General Arrangement Plan of ship  
Gas Form C  
Liquefied Gasses (LNG and LPG)  
oil tankers  
berth specifications  
scheduled loading date and berthing  
time  
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ship’s pre arrival safety checklist  
berthing instructions  
vessel movement notification  
Document of Compliance (DOC)  
Berthing equipment includes:  
Sources of information and documentation  
include:  
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bollards  
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Document of Compliance (DOC)  
fenders  
terminal’s operating manual/  
procedures  
cargo hoses  
piping structure  
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statutory regulations  
meteorological information  
Applicable regulations and legislation may  
include:  
Communication includes:  
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intrinsically safe radios  
dedicated berthing channels  
navigation lights  
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International Shipping Port Security  
(ISPS)  
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Customs Act  
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH)  
Immigration Act  
Local Shipping Act  
Considerations for berth preparations include:  
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functionality of berthing and jetty  
equipment  
planned maintenance schedule for  
equipment  
special requirements for the transfer  
operations  
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EN00123  
Supervise Berth Preparation  
UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS  
Candidates must know:  
1. what are the applicable regulations that apply to the terminal operations  
2. what is the pre-arrival information to be obtained from ship  
3. how to obtain weather and tidal conditions and why is this important  
4. what are the berthing equipment to be checked and how are they used  
5. what are the applicable methods of communication  
6. what are the applicable sources of information and documentation  
7. what are the procedures for functioning testing loading arms  
8. what are the procedures for preparing and testing vapour return lines  
9. how to prepare hoses/loading arms prior to connection  
10. what is required from the transfer plan for preparation of berth  
11. what is required from the mooring plan for preparation of berth  
12. what are the tug requirements for mooring and unmooring  
13. what are the requirements for berth preparations  
EVIDENCE GUIDE  
(1)  
Critical Aspects of Evidence  
Evidence should include a demonstrated ability to:  
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interpret pre-arrival, weather and tidal information to determine safe berthing  
operations  
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determine availability of pilot  
check availability and operability of berth equipment, following marine operations  
coordinate function test on loading arms/hoses according to standard operating  
procedures, prior to connection  
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monitor and record the progress of preparations, identifying and addressing  
abnormalities from the plan and/or causes for delay  
take relevant actions to ensure terminal regulations for health, safety, security  
and environmental requirements are adhered to, within one's responsibility  
monitor the activities of individuals and/or teams against the standards of  
performance expected and provide feedback following workplace procedures  
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Method of Assessment  
Assessors should gather a range of evidence that is valid, sufficient, current and  
authentic. Evidence can be gathered through a variety of ways including direct  
observation, supervisor’s reports, project work, samples and questioning. Questioning  
techniques should not require language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those  
required in this unit of competency. The candidate must have access to all tools,  
equipment, materials and documentation required. The candidate must be permitted to  
refer to any relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications,  
codes, standards, manuals and reference materials.  
(3)  
Context of Assessment  
This unit may be assessed on the job, off the job or a combination of both on and off the  
job. Where assessment occurs off the job, that is the candidate is not in productive work,  
then an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects  
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EN00123  
Supervise Berth Preparation  
realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be  
demonstrated by an individual working alone or as part of a team. The assessment  
environment should not disadvantage the candidate.  
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EN00124  
Prepare Documentation for Cargo Transfer  
EN00124  
Prepare Documentation for Cargo Transfer  
Unit Descriptor:  
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to prepare  
documentation for cargo transfer. This includes preparing documentation  
prior to cargo transfer, recording operations during cargo transfer and  
completing documentation after cargo transfer.  
ELEMENTS  
Candidates must be able to:  
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA  
1
Prepare documentation prior to 1.1  
cargo transfer  
Obtain required information about the cargo to be  
transferred following standard operating procedures  
1.2  
1.3  
1.4  
Obtain prerequisite cargo documents prior to ship docking at  
port  
Verify information obtained against existing documents  
following workplace procedures  
Obtain approvals, when required, from relevant personnel  
following standard operating procedures  
2
Record operations during  
cargo transfer  
2.1  
2.2  
Record significant times/events regarding cargo transfer  
according to standard operating procedures  
Verify information recorded is accurate and that checks are  
being carried out at appropriate intervals following workplace  
procedures  
2.3  
Verify information on times and durations of significant  
times/events occurring during cargo transfer is being done at  
appropriate intervals following workplace procedures  
3
Complete documentation after  
cargo transfer  
3.1  
3.2  
3.3  
Obtain confirmation of transferred cargo quantities and  
prepare associated documentation following standard  
operating procedures  
Obtain confirmation of transferred cargo quality and prepare  
associated documentation following standard operating  
procedures  
Coordinate between ship, terminal and cargo inspector to  
determine accuracy of the records of cargo transfer following  
standard operating procedures  
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EN00124  
Prepare Documentation for Cargo Transfer  
Prepare ‘Letter of Protest’ appropriate to occurrence of  
significant events, when applicable  
Arrange for delivery of cargo documents to ship following  
workplace procedures  
Complete cargo documentation file following standard  
operating procedures  
3.4  
3.5  
3.6  
RANGE STATEMENT  
Cargo information includes:  
Information to be verified includes:  
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cargo number  
nominated quantity  
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safety status of the ship, terminal and  
personnel  
transfer rate  
number of pumps in use  
tank levels  
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Cargo documents include:  
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transfer instructions  
loading specifications  
loading timesheet  
DCS reading sheet  
safety letter  
ship shore safety checklist  
master’s receipt of documents  
bill of quantity  
bill of lading (where applicable)  
certificate of origin (where  
applicable)  
pressures and temperatures  
Situations requiring approvals include:  
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discrepancies with quantities  
discrepancies with quality  
changes in loading sequence  
Significant times/events include:  
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Notice of Readiness (NOR)  
Pilot on Board (POB)  
First Rope Ashore (FRA)  
all fast  
start transfer  
established rate  
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certificate of quality  
master’s receipt of samples  
any delays  
start ramp down  
complete transfer  
Documents on Board (DOB)  
un-berth time  
UNDERPINNING KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS  
Candidates must know:  
1. what are the approvals required for the cargo transfer process  
2. what are the reporting lines and procedures in the work environment  
3. what are the documentation to be prepared for cargo transfer  
4. what situations require additional approvals  
5. what are the significant times / events that can occur during cargo transfer and how are  
they addressed  
6. what cargo information should be recorded  
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EN00124  
Prepare Documentation for Cargo Transfer  
7. what situations require the issuance of a ‘Letter of Protest’  
8. what documents should be included in the cargo file  
EVIDENCE GUIDE  
(1)  
Critical Aspects of Evidence  
Evidence should include a demonstrated ability to:  
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obtain cargo information and related documents prior to ship docking at port  
record significant times/events regarding cargo transfer according to standard  
operating procedures  
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complete cargo documentation file following standard operating procedures  
(2)  
Method of Assessment  
Assessors should gather a range of evidence, over a period of time, which is valid,  
sufficient and authentic. Evidence should be gathered through a variety of ways including  
direct observation and oral questioning. Questioning techniques should not require  
language, literacy and numeracy skills beyond those required in this unit competency.  
The candidate must have access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation  
required. The candidate must be permitted to refer to any relevant workplace procedures,  
manufacturer’s specifications, codes, standards, manuals and reference materials  
(3)  
Context of Assessment  
This unit may be assessed on the job or off the job. Where assessment is done off the  
job, an appropriate simulation must be used where the range of conditions reflects  
realistic workplace situations. The competencies covered by this unit would be  
demonstrated by working individually.  
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