Coxswain Deck KA Seamanship 2 (Sec 1, 2, 4, 6, 7) V1.7

Coxswain Deck

Knowledge Assessment 2

(Sec 1, 2, 4, 6, 7) V1.7

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Unit(s) of competency partially mapped

MARN008 Apply seamanship skills aboard a vessel up to 12 metres
MARJ006 Follow environmental work practices
MARK007 Handle a vessel up to 12 metres
MARC037 Operate inboard and outboard motors
MARI003 Comply with regulations to ensure safe operation of a vessel up to 12 metres
MARH013 Plan and navigate a passage for a vessel up to 12 metres

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NSW FITC 90440

Participant instructions and conditions of assessment

This classroom assessment is to be completed during the classroom training sessions and whilst undertaking a short voyage during your course, this will be used as evidence of you achieving competency
Write your name and the date at the top of this Assessment Paper
Write your answers on this Assessment Paper in the spaces provided. If you need more space to write your answer, use a blank sheet of paper obtainable from the trainer
A satisfactory answer to each question is required as acceptable performance
Resources required for this assessment may include: the NSCV Part B, Cand E, Marine order 504, Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law Act 2012.
The marks allotted to each question indicates how many salient, correct answers/points are expected.

Assessor Instructions

This assessment book must be collected at the end of each day and marked.
Space is provided on the final page for any unsatisfactory responses to questions to be verbally clarified and documented
Assessment is to be returned and marked within the specified timeframe
This assessment has been developed in accordance with the training package, unit requirements, principles of assessment and rules of evidence
Refer to the 'Handbook for Trainers and Assessors' for information on Training and Assessment requirements

Assessment 1. Ropework

1. Using a simple rule of thumb formula what is theWLL of a rope with a Breaking Strain of 1800 kg? (1 mark)*

2. What will you use as the Working Load Limit wherethe WLL for a crane is 2000kg and the WLL for the rigging sling is 1700kg? (1 mark)*

3. Which rope would be chosen for an application where you want the rope to float and have no loss of wet strength, have minimal stretch and be less prone to heat damage from friction? (1 mark)*

4. What are FOUR things you would look for when inspecting synthetic or natural fibre ropes for damage? (4 marks)*

5. What are FOUR things you should NEVER dowhen working around cables and loads? (4 marks)*

6. When splicing synthetic rope, what could you do to prevent slippage? (1 mark)*

7a. A knot reduces the WLL of a rope by approximately how much? (1 mark)*

7b. A splice reduces the WLL of a rope by approximately how much? (1 mark)*

Assessment 2. Anchoring and beaching

1. What are FIVE factors you would take into account when selecting an anchor and anchorage? (5 factors)*

2. What are FOUR ways you can check whetheran anchor is dragging? (4 marks)*

3. What options might you have if your anchor is dragging? (2 marks)*

4a. What are three circumstances that might lead to you deciding to beach a vessel? (3 marks)*

4b. When beaching, at what point must you stop the engines? (1 mark)*

5. What are two considerations for re-floating a grounded or beached vessel? (2 marks)*

Assessment 4. Environmental considerations

1. What are THREE potential environmental consequences of ropeand other plastics being dumped overboard? (3 marks)*

2. List FOUR types of substances regulated by the Protection of the Sea (Prevention of Pollution from Ships) Act 1983 Cwth: (4 marks)*

3. What provision should you make for garbage disposal, and recyclables when operating a small vessel within 10nm of shore? (1 mark)*

4. How should you dispose of oil, fuel or coolant in the bilge of a small vessel? (2 marks)*

5. What can you do to minimise risks to crew safety and the environment when storing contaminated fuel on your vessel at sea? (2 marks)*

6. Why is it important to not discharge raw sewage overboard, particularly in an enclosed waterway? (2 marks)*

7. If you identified an environmental concern related to refuelling practices, as Master who would you inform, and how would you document the actions that you took? (2 marks)*

8a. List one impact to the environment, in relation to anchoring: (1 mark)*

8b. List one impact to the environment, in relation to noise: (1 mark)*

8c. List one impact to the environment, in relation to wash from propellers: (1 mark)*

Assessment 6. Construction and maintenance

1. Why are watertight compartments important? (2 marks) *

2. When inspecting the integrity and condition of a hull, what are three signs of stress you would look for? (3 marks)*

3a. What types of damage or deterioration would you look for in vessels constructed of timber? (1 mark)*

3b. What types of damage or deterioration would you look for in vessels constructed of steel? (1 mark)*

3c. What types of damage or deterioration would you look for in vessels constructed of fibreglass or GRP? (1 mark)*

3d. What types of damage or deterioration would you look for in vessels constructed of aluminium? (1 mark)*

4a. From the diagram above, identify the freeboard: (1 mark)*

4b. From the diagram above, identify the stern: (1 mark)*

4c. From the diagram above, identify the freeing port: (1 mark)*

4d. From the diagram above, identify the bulwark: (1 mark)*

4e. From the diagram above, identify the keel (1 mark)*

4f. From the diagram above, identify the draft: (1 mark)*

4g. From the diagram above, identify the bilge: (1 mark)*

4h. From the diagram above, identify the watertight deck: (1 mark)*

4i. From the diagram above, identify the watertight bulkhead: (1 mark)*

4j. From the diagram above, identify the void space: (1 mark)*

5. What are THREE actions you can take to control corrosion on a vessel hull and fittings? (3 marks)*

Assessment 7. Domestic regulations

1. Refer to Marine Order 504. What are the 12 operational requirements you need to address in an SMS for a domestic commercial vessel? (12 marks)*

2. Referring to duty of care, what in broad terms are the two duties of employees on board a vessel? (2 marks)*

3. Refer to Part E of the NSCV. What is the minimum crew (core complement) required for a commercial vessel less than 12 metres operating in D waters? (1 mark)*

4. What are the certification requirements for the Master of a commercial vessel less than 12 metres, operating from a shore base, in C class waters, more than 5' from the shore? (1 mark)*

5. Refer to Marine Safety (Domestic Commercial Vessel) National Law Act 2012 Part 5. What must the Master of a vessel do on becoming aware of another vessel in distress? (2 marks)*

6. What is the minimum service (survey) category for a vessel carting cargo in waters between Botany and Newcastle fall under? (1 mark)*

7. What are FOUR emergency situations for which crew should receive inductions? (4 marks)*

8. What is the minimum service (survey) category for a vessel carrying passengers in waters between Circular Quay and Manly? (1 mark)*

9. List FOUR documents that must be accessible to the operator of a 12 metre class 2C surveyed vessel? (4 marks)*

10. What information should you record in the vessel logbook? (4 marks)*

11. Where should you store a vessel’s papers so that they can be used easily in the course of business? (2 marks)*

12. How are changes to relevant regulations and legislation accessed and identified? (2 marks)*

13. Once changes to regulations and legislation have been identified, what documentation would you change or update? (2 marks)*

14. List FIVE pieces of safety equipment required for a 10 m 1D vessel as stated in the NSCV Part C Section 7: (5marks)*