Skill set Outline
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Anchor Handling and Cargo Operations Skill Set
Anchor Handling and Cargo Operations Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
MARSS00014
MARSS00014
State Code
AC872
AC872
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
27/02/2015
Current Release Date
27/10/2020
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
09/04/2021
Nominal Hours
75
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 27/10/2020 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 27/02/2015 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
This Skill Set reflects the skills required by Integrated Ratings to undertake a range of offshore anchor handling and towing activities onboard an Anchor Handling Tug Supply (AHTS), under the direction of the officer in charge or Master.
Pathway Information
This Anchor Handling and Cargo Operations Skill Set is part of the MAR Maritime Training Package.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Candidates should ensure they have also read the part of the Training Package Companion Volume Implementation Guide that outlines licensing and regulatory requirements.
Target Group
People who hold a current MAR30220 Certificate III in Maritime Operations (Integrated Rating) or higher Deck or Engineer officer qualifications or equivalent or are working towards such qualifications.It is most suitable for personnel new to offshore operations.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This MARSS00014 Anchor Handling and Cargo Operations Skill Set provides additional skills required by an Integrated Rating to support a range of offshore anchor handling operations.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCH24 | MARA015 | Contribute to safe anchor handling and towing operations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCH41 | MARA016 | Contribute to safe cargo operations on offshore support vessels | 55 | Unit of competency |