MARF035 — Contribute to fire prevention and firefighting (basic firefighting)

1 Actively prevent fire

• 1.1Fire hazards (pre-conditions for fire) onboard a vessel are identified and rectified according to workplace procedures
• 1.2Onboard procedures for preventing fire are accessed and implemented

2 Prepare response to fire

• 2.1Location and class of fire is identified
• 2.2Alarm is raised
• 2.3Condition of firefighting equipment and systems in work area is monitored according to planned maintenance schedules
• 2.4Realistic drills and musters are practised to ensure pre-incident readiness of response personnel
• 2.5Appropriate protective equipment (PPE), including self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) is made ready
• 2.6All available means to limit the spread of fire and smoke are employed
• 2.7Appropriate pumps and ancillary equipment are readied to support firefighting operations
• 2.8Extinguishing media/agent is selected according to the class/classes of fire

3 Combat fire

• 3.1Threats to life or health are identified within the emergency area
• 3.2Activities and tactics to combat the fire are selected so that the safety of the vessel and all onboard is not compromised
• 3.3Fire is located and access is gained in the safest and most timely manner
• 3.4Fire is attacked using the extinguishing media/agent and application techniques appropriate to the class and size of fire
• 3.5SCBA is donned and used correctly while undertaking fire extinguishment and rescue
• 3.6Effectiveness of combat activities and tactics is evaluated and altered, as required
• 3.7Communication is maintained to ensure safety and efficiency of firefighting operation

4 Complete post-fire activities

• 4.1Fire watch is maintained to prevent further outbreak
• 4.2Fire scene is preserved prior to investigation, as appropriate
• 4.3Information relating to the incident is provided as part of fire debriefing session

What does an assessment tool for MARF035 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MARF035 needs to address all 71 unit components: 4 elements with 20 performance criteria, 13 performance evidence requirements, 38 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for MARF035?

Auditori pulls the current release of MARF035 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

Yes. Every new account includes one free credit — enough to generate the complete assessment tool for MARF035 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing MARF035 assessment instead of generating a new one?

Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of MARF035, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.