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Assist Marine Towage Operations Skill Set
Assist Marine Towage Operations Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
MARSS00035
MARSS00035
State Code
AE458
AE458
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
25/01/2021
Current Release Date
25/01/2021
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
19/05/2021
Nominal Hours
50
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 25/01/2021 | Current | Approved |
Description
This Skill Set reflects the skills and knowledge required to assist in marine towage operations as part of a vessel crew or Master or Engineer.
Pathway Information
This Skill Set is part of the MAR Maritime Training Package.Before undertaking this Skill Set, persons will need to have obtained Skill Set in:MARSS00033 Safety Training Certification Skill Set, or equivalent units of competency, or relevant Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) certificate of competency orMARSS00008 Shipboard Safety Skill Set, or equivalent units of competency, or relevant AMSA certificate of competency.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this Skill Set at the time of publication.
Target Group
Persons interested in assisting in marine towage operations.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
The MARSS00035 Assist Marine Towage Operations Skill Set is from the MAR Maritime Training Package and meets some of the industry requirements to assist marine towage operations.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCX23 | MARN016 | Apply general purpose hand skills aboard a commercial vessel | 25 | Unit of competency |
| OCX14 | MARN017 | Assist with marine towage operations | 25 | Unit of competency |