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Basic Operations for Ships Subject to IGF Code Skill Set

Basic Operations for Ships Subject to IGF Code Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
MARSS00028
State Code
AE340
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
27/10/2020
Current Release Date
27/10/2020
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
09/04/2021
Nominal Hours
20
Duration
—
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
1.00 27/10/2020 Current Approved
Description
This Skill Set reflects the skills and knowledge required by Masters, Chief Mate, Deck Officers, Engineering Officers, Engineers, Rating and other Seafarers on ships subject to the International Code of Safety for Ships Using Gases or Other Low-Flashpoint Fuels (IGF Code).
Pathway Information
This Skill Set is part of the MAR Maritime Training Package. Check with the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) before undertaking this Skill Set to determine requirements for ships subject to the IGF Code endorsement.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
To obtain certification in basic training for ships subject to the IGF Code from AMSA Seafarers will need to complete this Skill Set or hold an endorsement in tanker familiarisation or advanced training for liquefied gas tanker cargo operations. Before undertaking this Skill Set, Seafarers will need to have completed certification in:Elementary first aid - Regulation VI/1, Code Section A-VI/1, Table A-VI/1-3Fire prevention and firefighting - Regulation VI/1, Code Section A-VI/1, Table A-VI/1-2Personal safety and social responsibilities - Regulation VI/1, Code Section A-VI/1, Table A-VI/1-4Personal survival techniques - Regulation VI/1, Code Section A-VI/1, Table A-VI/1-1Check with AMSA to determine requirements for ships subject to IGF Code endorsement.
Target Group
Seafarers interested in AMSA certification in basic training for ships subject to the IGF Code.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This MARSS00028 Basic Operations for Ships Subject to IGF Code Skill Set is from the MAR Maritime Training Package and meets some of the industry requirements for basic training for ships subject to the International Code of Safety for Ships Using Gases or Other Low-Flashpoint Fuels (IGF Code).
General notes
Schedule
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
OCH74 MARA014 Contribute to basic operations of a ship subject to IGF Code 20 Unit of competency
No information