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MARH026 — Apply knowledge of dynamic positioning operations

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47 assessable components: 3 elements (20 performance criteria), 9 performance evidence and 18 knowledge evidence requirements. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Explain routine dynamic positioning operations

  • 1.1Effective dynamic positioning watch keeping procedures are described
  • 1.2Pre-operational checks and checklists prior to and during dynamic positioning operations are described
  • 1.3Rationale for record keeping requirements for dynamic positioning operations are explained
  • 1.4Communication with personnel during dynamic positioning operations is outlined
  • 1.5Procedures to be followed by the dynamic positioning operator during handover, approaching a worksite and transferring from conventional navigation to dynamic positioning control are outlined
  • 1.6Structure of alarm/warning and information messages provided on the dynamic positioning system displays and printer are described
  • 1.7Rationale for using failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA), annual trials reports, capability plots, activity specific operational guidelines (ASOG), task appropriate mode (TAM) and critical activity mode of operation (CAMO) documentation during dynamic positioning operations is explained
  • 1.8Content of FMEA, annual trials reports, capability plots, ASOG, TAM and CAMO documentation during dynamic positioning operations is explained
  • 1.9Rationale for planning dynamic positioning operations for emergency and contingency situations is explained
  • 1.10Content of contingency plans to cover foreseeable system failure and operational failures is explained
  • 1.11Use of worksite diagrams in dynamic positioning operations is explained
  • 1.12Hazards associated with conducting dynamic positioning operations in areas of shallow water, very deep water and/or strong tidal conditions are outlined

2 Apply position reference handling principles

  • 2.1Methods used to apply weighting, pooling and voting when multiple position referencing systems are in operation are outlined
  • 2.2Median rejection when multiple position referencing systems are in operation and the importance of monitoring the position reference page is outlined

3 Apply emergency dynamic positioning operations principles

  • 3.1Vessel and other data used to assess the capability of the vessel to successfully complete dynamic positioning operations without a loss of position after worst case failure is described
  • 3.2Conditions which cause the degrading dynamic positioning operational and emergency status are described
  • 3.3Warnings and alarms incorporated into dynamic positioning installations to make personnel aware of degrading conditions are described
  • 3.4Alarms/warnings associated with loss of redundancy after worst case failure and foreseeable loss of heading or position and catastrophic failure as a result of worst case failure are described
  • 3.5ASOG in dynamic positioning degraded or emergency operations are described
  • 3.6Factors to be taken into consideration to carry out appropriate corrective actions are explained

Performance evidence

  • describing conditions of dynamic positioning control, thrusters, sensors, position references, power, environment and miscellaneous that causes degrading of dynamic positioning status
  • describing the use of capability plots (paper or electronic) and footprint plots to assess the capability of the vessel to complete dynamic positioning operations
  • explaining rationale for planning dynamic positioning operations, including emergency and contingency situations which require the use of activity specific operational guidelines (ASOG), task appropriate mode (TAM) and critical activity mode of operation (CAMO)
  • explaining requirements of contingency planning, including escape routes, position reference failures, sensors, weather, power, propulsion and worst case failures
  • explaining the factors to be taken into account, subsequent to any system failure, in order to determine and carry out appropriate corrective actions, including: - changing dynamic positioning status - communication - monitoring stability of position and heading - when to terminate work
  • explaining the rationale for keeping logbook records for all dynamic positioning operations, failures and incidents, operation, maintenance and repairs of dynamic positioning and ancillary equipment
  • outlining alarms/warnings associated with loss of redundancy after worst case failure and the possible loss of heading or position if another failure occurs after a worst case failure (part loss of some thrusters and power) and catastrophic failure (loss of heading and/or position control)
  • outlining of the use of ASOG in dynamic positioning degraded or emergency operations
  • outlining the procedures to be followed by the dynamic positioning operator when taking over control of vessel’s positioning and manoeuvring.

Knowledge evidence

  • alarms and warnings and information messages provided on dynamic positioning system displays and on the dynamic positioning printer
  • checklists to be completed prior to and during dynamic positioning operations
  • communication to be used when conducting dynamic positioning operations
  • contingency plans for foreseeable system failure and operational requirements, including: - escape routes - position reference failures - power - propulsion - sensors - weather - worst case failure
  • conditions with dynamic positioning control, thrusters, sensors, position references, power, environment and miscellaneous that will lead to degraded dynamic positioning operational or emergency status
  • documentation and records for dynamic positioning operations, including the content and purpose of: - annual trials reports - ASOG - CAMO - capability plots - capability plots (paper and electronic) - dynamic positioning manuals - FMEA - footprint plots - logbooks for all dynamic positioning operations, failures and incidents - operation, maintenance and repairs of dynamic positioning equipment and ancillary equipment - TAM - worksite diagrams
  • hazards associated with dynamic positioning operations, including operating in: - shallow water - strong tidal conditions - very deep water
  • keeping logbooks and records, including: - fault logs - International Maritime Contractor Association (IMCA) incident report form - position reference systems logs - records of operation, maintenance and repair of dynamic positioning system and ancillary equipment
  • median rejection of when three or more are used and the importance of monitoring the position reference page
  • methods used to apply weighting and pooling and voting when more than one position referencing system, including: - importance of monitoring the position reference page - medium rejection of when three of more position referencing systems are used
  • planning for dynamic positing operations, including: - ASOG - CAMO - contingencies - emergency situations - TAM
  • procedures for conducting dynamic positioning operations, including: - taking over the control of the vessels positioning and manoeuvring - approaching a worksite - transferring from conventional navigation to dynamic positioning control
  • alarms/warnings associated with loss of redundancy after worst case failure and the possible loss of heading or position if another failure occurs after a worst case failure (part loss of some thrusters and power) and catastrophic failure (loss of heading and/or position control)
  • structure of alarm/warning and information messages provided on the dynamic positioning system displays and on the dynamic positioning printer
  • use of the ASOG in dynamic positioning degraded or emergency operations and the factors to be taken into account, subsequent to any system failure, in order to determine and carry out appropriate corrective actions, including: - changing dynamic positioning status - communication - monitoring stability of position and heading - when to terminate work
  • warnings and alarms associated with degrading conditions for: - dynamic positioning control - environment - position references - power - sensors - thrusters
  • watch handover procedures, including: - completing appropriate checklists - dynamic positioning status - field operations - status boards - vessel operations - vessel status - weather forecasts
  • watch keeping procedures, including: - checklists - internal and external communications - maintaining lookout - manning of dynamic positioning console - observing recognised safe working practices, in relation to operations and dynamic positioning watch keeping.

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What does an assessment tool for MARH026 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for MARH026 needs to address all 47 unit components: 3 elements with 20 performance criteria, 9 performance evidence requirements, 18 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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