MAR Dredging Operations

Project scope

The purpose of this project is to develop a new Dredging Operations Skill Set and four new Units of Competency to provide seafarers the skills and knowledge to undertake maintenance and capital dredging operations within Australian territorial waters.  Dredging safety operations is an industry focus.  The most common incidents and accidents that occur on a dredger are caused by inadequate training, impaired workers and a lack of a safe work environment provided by employers.  Accidents including crush and amputations, drowning, hypothermia, and other injuries are a continuous threat to maritime workers and can happen at any given moment while working aboard a vessel.

 

The reduction of injury and incidents during dredging operations has become a clear priority for dredging companies who have developed their own customised safety programmes to prevent industrial accidents.

 

Avoiding damage to sensitive and protected areas of Australia’s marine environment is key for long-term sustainability of Australia’s tourism industries.  Dredging operations need to be conducted with minimal impact to Australia’s marine environment.

 

The proposed project will provide vocational skills transferability across the maritime industry, support the mobility of skilled workers, provide opportunities for professional development, address safety and regulatory requirements, incorporate dredging best practices and emerging technologies.  A skilled trained workforce will assist in reducing the risk of damage to sensitive and protected areas of Australia’s marine environment.

 

VIEW 2020 IRC SKILLS FORECAST

Deliverables

  • 4 new Units of Competency
  • 1 new Skill Set

Timeline

The Case for Endorsement is expected to be submitted to the Australian Industry and Skills Committee by 30 June 2021.

How to get involved

A Technical Advisory Committee will be formed to provide expertise for this work. If you have any questions about this project, or are a subject matter expert and would like to be considered for the TAC for this project, please contact the Industry Manager.

Stakeholder feedback on draft training materials will be sought as part of the development phase of work.

Technical advisory committee

 

TAC ESTABLISHED

 

The Maritime Industry Reference Committee has established a Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) for this project.

 

Comprising six subject matter experts from Industry and Union, the TAC has been tasked with:

  • Providing specialist industry subject-matter knowledge regarding Maritime Dredging Operations to the review and development of Units of Competency, qualifications and Skill Sets
  • Validating the technical content of the Training Package products
  • Identifying relevant qualitative and quantitative data sources to inform the development of draft materials
  • Reviewing feedback from stakeholders through public consultations
  • Assisting in identifying and engaging broader industry networks to participate in consultation and/or validation activities during the duration of the project
  • Offering advice and guidance to assist in informing the direction of the project throughout its duration.
  • Making recommendations on the developed Training Package materials to the relevant IRC, which has the final decision-making authority

 

The TAC held its first meeting on Thursday, 22 October 2020.

 

9 SEPTEMBER 2020

INDUSTRY SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS NEEDED

 

Work on this project has commenced and the Maritime IRC is forming a TAC.

Your industry expertise and insight is welcome to help develop a new Dredging Operations Skill Set and four new Units of Competency to provide seafarers the skills and knowledge to undertake maintenance and capital dredging operations within Australian territorial waters.

 

TAC nominations closed on Friday, 25 September 2020.

 

For more information about this project please contact the Industry Manager.

Consultation

 

5 JANUARY 2021

DRAFT MATERIAL

 

The Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) has drafted materials for this project and would like your feedback.

 

The Dredging Operations project resulted in the development of one new Unit of Competency to ensure deckhands undertaking dredging operations have the appropriate skills and knowledge and focus on safety relevant to the job role.

 

Feedback closed Tuesday, 2 February 2021.

 

Feedback will be collated and discussed at the next TAC meeting.

Summary of development

 

Draft units, skill sets and/or qualifications are developed in consultation with Subject Matter Experts and industry stakeholders.

 

Initial drafting of Training Package material (Units of Competency, Skill Sets and/or qualifications) is being undertaken by a Technical Advisory Committee established by the IRC.

Quality Assurance

 

31 MAY 2021

FINAL DRAFT CASE FOR ENDORSEMENT

 

The draft Training Package materials have undergone independent edit and quality assurance and have been updated to address the following skills needs:

 

Dredging Operations – A new Skill Set and Unit of Competency has been drafted to address the skills and knowledge requirements for seafarers undertaking dredging operations, with a focus on safety standards.

 

The Case for Endorsement is scheduled to be submitted to the AISC in June.

 

Validation

 

12 APRIL 2021

SECOND ROUND OF VALIDATION – FINAL DRAFT MATERIAL

 

On behalf of the Maritime Industry Reference Committee (IRC), its Technical Advisory Committee (TAC) has considered all stakeholder feedback and revised the skills and knowledge criteria for crew members undertaking dredging operations.

 

The Maritime IRC is seeking your feedback to validate these draft materials to ensure they meet industry needs.

 

Detailed mapping information, tracking changes to the existing Training Package, is also available to view.

 

Feedback closed Tuesday, 27 April 2021.

 

Feedback will be collated and discussed at the next TAC meeting.

 

23 MARCH 2021

FINAL DRAFT MATERIAL

 

On behalf of the Maritime Industry Reference Committee, its Technical Advisory Committee has considered all stakeholder feedback and is now seeking validation of final draft materials including a new Skill Set and Unit of Competency that address the skills and knowledge requirements for deckhands undertaking dredging operations, with a focus on safety standards.

 

Feedback closed Friday, 9 April 2021.

 

Feedback will be collated and discussed at the next TAC meeting.

 

Endorsement

 

19 OCTOBER 2021

 

The Maritime Training Package Release 8.0 has been endorsed by the Skills Ministers for implementation.

 

The Maritime Industry Reference Committee has led the development of new and revised materials relating to dredging and linesperson operations, which supports the mobility of skilled workers, opportunities for professional development, and addresses safety and regulatory requirements.

 

Dredging Operations – a new Skill Set and Unit of Competency addresses the skills and knowledge requirements for seafarers with a focus on safety standards to undertake maintenance and capital dredging operations in Australia territorial waters.

 

Maritime Operations Linesperson – one qualification and seven Units of Competency have been revised to address the skills and knowledge required to conduct a range of tasks in vessel mooring and un-mooring operations, including working with automated line equipment and adhering to workplace health safety, emergency, and security procedures.

 

To support the delivery of the Training Package, a Companion Volume Implementation Guide (CVIG) has been developed to assist assessors, trainers, Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) and enterprises. The CVIG contains a comprehensive list of all products in the Training Package; mapping information which details the changes that have been made to the materials; regulation and licensing implications; and useful links to other information.

 

The endorsed Maritime Training Package Release 8.0 is now available on training.gov.au

 

The following materials were approved includes:

Qualification
MAR20121 Certificate II in Maritime Operations (Linesperson)

 

New Unit

MARN018 Contribute to basic marine dredging operations

 

Revised Units
MARB054 Apply marine terminology and port procedures

MARB055 Maintain mooring equipment

MARC061 Conduct mooring operations using mechanical equipment

MARC062 Perform mooring operations

MARE003 Communicate during mooring operations

MARF049 Follow port and terminal security procedures

MARF050 Follow work health and safety, and emergency procedures during mooring operations

 

New Skill Set

MARSS00042 Dredging Familiarisation Skill Set

 

Minor changes to a range of Maritime Training Package components were made at the same time as products endorsed as part of Release 8.0 was published. This included updating imported units of competency in Qualifications and Skill Sets.

 

Approval

 

27 AUGUST 2021

 

At its meeting on 19 August 2021 the AISC approved the Maritime Training Package (Release 8.0) for referral to Skills Ministers for endorsement.

 

For more information on this project, please contact the Industry Skills Specialist.

 

Submission

 

1 JULY 2021

CASE FOR ENDORSEMENT SUBMITTED TO AISC

 

The Maritime Industry Reference Committee has submitted the Case for Endorsement and draft Training Package materials to the Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC) for consideration at its meeting on 21 July 2021.

 

VIEW CASE FOR ENDORSEMENT

 

If approved, this Case for Endorsement will result in:

Dredging Operations – a new Skill Set and Unit of Competency.

Maritime Operations Linesperson – one revised qualification and seven Units of Competency.

 

Thank you to all stakeholders who provided valuable feedback and contributed to this project.

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Anna Jerrems

Industry Skills Specialist - Maritime

 

 

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 0459 031 101