SFIFSH301 — Operate vessel deck machinery and lifting appliance

1 Use and maintain ropes, slings and chains for lifting or hauling operations

• 1.1Select and fit the required personal protective equipment for lifting or hauling operations
• 1.2Apply appropriate use of ropes, slings and chains for lifting or hauling operations
• 1.3Monitor load constantly to ensure load and structural stability
• 1.4Check ropes, slings and chains for wear and maintain and stow according to workplace procedures
• 1.5Carry out routine post-operational equipment checks according to workplace and health and safety requirements

2 Operate cranes, winches, capstans and/or windlasses

• 2.1Select, check and prepare cranes, winches, capstans and/or windlasses for operation using safe work practices
• 2.2Give, interpret and follow required signals according to Australian standards
• 2.3Carry out securing of the vessel at anchor, to another vessel, to a sea cage or wharf according to safety regulations
• 2.4Assess load mass and correlate with lifting capacity of equipment being used throughout proposed operation
• 2.5Operate cranes, winches, capstans and/or windlasses to carry out lifting or hauling operations using safe work practices
• 2.6Keep work area free of loose ropes, wires and debris throughout operations
• 2.7Operate equipment controls smoothly and according to manufacturer instructions

3 Maintain the stability of the vessel whilst conducting lifting or hauling operations

• 3.1Access and interpret stability data according to workplace procedures
• 3.2Apply workplace stability criteria while conducting lifting and hauling operations
• 3.3Monitor vessel stability against criteria appropriate to the type and nature of the operation
• 3.4Take appropriate and prompt action where stability factors have or could exceed acceptable safety limits
• 3.5Take special precautions where vessel operations affect the stability and watertight integrity of the vessel
• 3.6Take timely and appropriate action to anticipated environmental changes that may affect the stability of the vessel
• 3.7Take appropriate action in emergency situations to maintain the stability of the vessel within safety limits
• 3.8Ensure instructions to others regarding vessel stability and related action are appropriate, timely, clear and concise

4 Shut down and stow deck machinery and lifting equipment

• 4.1Check all deck machinery and lifting and hauling equipment components for signs of deterioration or damage according to workplace procedures
• 4.2Segregate and report damaged or worn equipment to an authorised person for testing, repair or destruction
• 4.3Stow and secure lifting and hauling equipment according to workplace procedures
• 4.4Immobilise and secure deck machinery and equipment for travel according to workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
• 4.5Update records accurately and promptly and process according to workplace procedures
• 4.6Check and authorise all certified lifting equipment regularly according to regulatory health and safety requirements

What does an assessment tool for SFIFSH301 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for SFIFSH301 needs to address all 54 unit components: 4 elements with 26 performance criteria, 6 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.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for SFIFSH301?

Auditori pulls the current release of SFIFSH301 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?

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Can I check my existing SFIFSH301 assessment instead of generating a new one?

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