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Evidence Guide: MARC045 - Contribute to the operation of engine equipment and associated propulsion plant

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MARC045 - Contribute to the operation of engine equipment and associated propulsion plant

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Work requirements of engine and plant are identified from the officer in charge of the engineering watch and relevant documentation

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Localised engine and plant inspections are carried out according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

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Engine and plant operational prerequisites are established according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

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Sequence of recommissioning of plant is determined to suit existing circumstances according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

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Operate engines and associated propulsion plant

  1. Engines and plant are operated according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
Engines and plant are operated according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

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Performance of engines and plant is monitored to detect deviations from normal operating conditions

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Faulty and worn engine equipment and components are identified and reported to the officer in charge of the engineering watch

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Action is taken when an engine fails or emergencies occur to secure the engine or machinery and to maintain the safety of vessel and persons involved according to workplace procedures

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Test engines and associated propulsion plant

  1. Tests are performed according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
Tests are performed according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

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Engines and associated propulsion equipment are observed for correct operational response

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Corrective actions are taken to rectify abnormalities according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

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Analyse engines and associated propulsion plant faults

  1. Causes of abnormal operating conditions are identified by analysing technical and operational information in a logical and sequential manner
Causes of abnormal operating conditions are identified by analysing technical and operational information in a logical and sequential manner

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Plant integrity is maintained according to manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures

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Complete documentation

  1. Correct records are logged relating to the operation and performance of engines and associated propulsion equipment according to regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
Correct records are logged relating to the operation and performance of engines and associated propulsion equipment according to regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

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Documentation is updated and engine and plant problems, abnormalities and status are reported according to regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

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Instructions to Assessors

Required Skills and Knowledge

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

applying relevant work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements and work practices, including:

awareness of hazards involved in engines, propulsion plan and auxiliary equipment operation

pollution control practices

safe entry into pump room, fuel tanks and other confined spaces on a vessel

attending to appropriate level of detail in recordkeeping

avoiding polluting the environment

identifying problems that occur during the operation of engines on vessels

interpreting and following procedures for the operation, monitoring and evaluation of the performance of engines on vessels

operating bilge and ballast systems, under the supervision of the officer in charge of the engineering watch, according to manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures

producing reliable documentation

reading and interpreting:

equipment performance readings and instrumentation

lock out and tagging procedures

safety data sheets (SDS)/material safety data sheets (MSDS)

recognising and reporting electrical hazards and unsafe equipment

selecting and using tools required for operating, monitoring and evaluating the performance of engines on vessels

testing machinery, under the supervision of the officer in charge of the engineering watch, according to manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

accessing and understanding typical SDS/MSDS, vessel and machinery specifications, machine drawings, operation manuals, electrical and control circuit diagrams

appropriate use and selection of personal protective equipment (PPE)

causes of electric shock and precautions to be observed to prevent shock

emergencies, including:

crankcase and gearbox explosions

gearbox failure

scavenge and uptake fires

starting air line

hazards and problems that can occur during the operation and performance of engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary machinery and appropriate preventative and remedial actions and solutions

methods of providing air for combustion in the vessel engine room

national and international regulations, International Maritime Organization (IMO) conventions and codes, and class rules applicable to the operation and performance evaluation of engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary machinery on vessels

nature and causes of typical malfunctions and/or poor performance of engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary machinery, and the available methods for their detection and rectification

principles and functions of machinery space monitoring and alarm systems principles and operational characteristics of:

auxiliary boilers and associated equipment

controllable pitch propellers (CPP)

direct drive propulsion systems

internal combustion engines

jet propulsion

marine gas engines

reduction boxes

steam turbines, gearing and associated equipment as they apply to auxiliary systems

thrusters (Z pellors, azimuth, tunnel)

Voith Schneider Units

principles of:

detection, identification and repair of faults

engine cooling and lubrication

fuel systems, including heavy fuel oil (HFO) and diesel

marine control systems

operation of hydraulic and electronic governors and overspeed trips

procedures for:

carrying out performance evaluation of engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary machinery

testing and treating auxiliary boiler water, machinery cooling water and lubricating oil

preventative strategies for scavenge and uptake fires, and starting air lines, crankcase and gearbox explosions

relevant WHS/OHS requirements, work practices and pollution control regulations and policies

rights and responsibilities of individuals regarding lock out and tagging of plant and equipment

safe function, operation and maintenance of bilge and ballast systems

safe operation of equipment, including valves and pumps

safe use and operation of electrical equipment, including safety precautions before commencing work or repair, isolation procedures, emergency procedures and different voltages on board

safety, environmental and hazard control precautions and procedures relevant to the operation and performance of engines, propulsion plant and auxiliary machinery

shafting systems, oil fill stern tube, pedestal bearings and thrust bearings

the use of safe isolation systems and the application of lock out tags.

Range Statement

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.