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SOUTH AFRICAN QUALIFICATIONS AUTHORITY 
REGISTERED UNIT STANDARD THAT HAS PASSED THE END DATE: 

Maintain the physical operating condition and appearance of the vessel 
SAQA US ID UNIT STANDARD TITLE
113997  Maintain the physical operating condition and appearance of the vessel 
ORIGINATOR
SGB Transport and Logistics Operations 
PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QUALITY ASSURANCE FUNCTIONARY
-  
FIELD SUBFIELD
Field 11 - Services Transport, Operations and Logistics 
ABET BAND UNIT STANDARD TYPE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL CREDITS
Undefined  Regular  Level 2  NQF Level 02  3 
REGISTRATION STATUS REGISTRATION START DATE REGISTRATION END DATE SAQA DECISION NUMBER
Passed the End Date -
Status was "Reregistered" 		 2018-07-01  2023-06-30  SAQA 06120/18 
LAST DATE FOR ENROLMENT LAST DATE FOR ACHIEVEMENT
2024-06-30   2027-06-30  

In all of the tables in this document, both the pre-2009 NQF Level and the NQF Level is shown. In the text (purpose statements, qualification rules, etc), any references to NQF Levels are to the pre-2009 levels unless specifically stated otherwise.  

This unit standard does not replace any other unit standard and is not replaced by any other unit standard. 

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD 
The person credited with this unit standard will be able to ensure that a vessel is kept in good appearence and operating condition at all time.

People credited with this unit standard are able to:
  • Prepare tools, materials and equipment.
  • Maintain the surface cleanliness of plant and work areas.
  • Carry out work to maintain and restore hull fabric and fittings.
  • Restore the work area to operational requirements. 
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    LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING 
  • Communication at NQF Level 1.
  • Mathematics Literacy at NQF Level 1. 
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    UNIT STANDARD RANGE 
  • Hull fabric and fittings are defined as: hull timber or steelwork and paintwork, watertight fittings, and sealings arrangement (loadline items), wire, fibre ropes.
  • Repair specifications are detailed in maintenance instructions.
  • Maintenance can be planned, a breakdown, or unplanned.
  • Techniques and procedures include: the application of coatings, lubrication, repair of fittings, rope work and wire work, and routine tests and inspections.
  • Plant and work areas include: machinery spaces, deck spaces, and cargo and stores spaces. Cleaning methods incorporate hand and mechanical cleaning.
  • Variances include: decay, and general deterioration to plant, equipment, and vessel.

    Specific range statements are provided in the body of the unit standard where they apply to particular specific outcomes or assessment criteria. 
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    Specific Outcomes and Assessment Criteria: 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 1 
    Prepare tools, materials and equipment. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Materials and equipment include but are not limited to: any lifting gear, specialised tools and or measuring instruments required for the task. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Required permits for work to proceed are identified and obtained in accordance with organisational requirements and the relevant safety codes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Materials, tools and equipment are appropriate to the specific task, and fit for purpose in line with Code of Safe Working Practice. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Malfunctions and shortages are identified and reported within a timeframe that minimises downtime, and meets with expected reporting procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Preparation of the work area minimizes danger and ensures that the site is safe for work to proceed, in line with legislative requirements; codes of practice and environmental concerns. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Access to the work area is free from any obstruction and enables the receiving and safe storage of materials and resources needed for the work to proceed, as per the Code of Safe Working Practice. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Materials and equipment are handled, stored and secured during and after use in a manner that complies with safe working practices for seamen. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 2 
    Maintain the surface cleanliness of plant and work areas. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    Work is planned and conducted in accordance with established safety rules and regulations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Surface cleanliness meets with vessel standards and company recommendations. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Cleaning materials and methods used are correct for intended purposes. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Cleaning does not unduly affect the operation of plant and equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Cleaning waste and debris are disposed of promptly and in accordance with approved procedures and legislation. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Safety devices are in place during cleaning of operational plant and equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Defects and abnormalities observed during cleaning are reported in required time frame and to the designated supervising officer. 

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 3 
    Carry out work to maintain and restore hull fabric and fittings. 
    OUTCOME RANGE 
    Maintenance includes but is not limited to: corrosion control and painting. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The condition of hull fabric and fittings, as well as repairs, adaptations, service or replacements of components, are to specification and legislative requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Variances from specified condition are reported in required format and time frame in accordance with vessel procedures, legislative requirements, codes of practice, and contractual obligations. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Reporting requirements: information used to complete maintenance schedules.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Possible contingencies and/or problems are identified, and action taken is correct for the particular situation, in line with accepted industry practice. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Necessary isolation and immobilization of machinery or equipment is carried out, in accordance with manufacturer`s specifications and standing instructions. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 5 
    Tools and equipment are used in accordance with their design and purpose and in a manner that protects safety of operator, crew and equipment. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 6 
    Maintenance is carried out under supervision according to the work plan, established safety rules and regulations, manufacturers instructions and good practice. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 7 
    Personal Protective Equipment is worn when performing maintenance tasks in accordance with per Code of Safe Working Practice for Seaman. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 8 
    Maintenance documentation is completed and dispatched to the designated supervising person within required time frames. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Completion of permits for work and/or transfer procedures.
     

    SPECIFIC OUTCOME 4 
    Restore the work area to operational requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERIA     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 1 
    The work area is clear and free from hazards in accordance with standard operating procedures. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 2 
    Equipment and tools, or any unused materials are stored correctly on completion of the maintenance task as per standing instructions. 
    ASSESSMENT CRITERION RANGE 
    Equipment and tools include but are not limited to: Survival and emergency equipment, spares, working stores, tools, paints, chemicals and all chandlery required to operate a vessel.
     

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 3 
    Waste material is disposed of according to Marine Pollution (MARPOL) requirements. 

    ASSESSMENT CRITERION 4 
    Work is reviewed and lessons learned are identified, recorded and integrated into future performance. 


    UNIT STANDARD ACCREDITATION AND MODERATION OPTIONS 
    Providers of learning towards this unit standard will need to meet the accreditation requirements of the relevant ETQA.

    Moderation Option
    The moderation requirements of the relevant ETQA must be met in order to award credit to learners for this unit standard. 

    UNIT STANDARD ESSENTIAL EMBEDDED KNOWLEDGE 
    The following essential embedded knowledge will be assessed through assessment of the specific outcomes in terms of the stipulated assessment criteria. Candidates are unlikely to achieve all the specific outcomes, to the standards described in the assessment criteria, without knowledge of the listed embedded knowledge. This means that for the most part, the possession or lack of the knowledge can be directly inferred from the quality of the candidate`s performance. Where direct assessment of knowledge is required, assessment criteria have been included in the body of the unit standard.
  • Guidance in correct operation of equipment is provided in The Code of Safe Working Practices for Seamen.
  • Prevention of pollution of the marine environment is governed by regulation, (MARPOL) legislated by the International Maritime Organisation. 
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    UNIT STANDARD DEVELOPMENTAL OUTCOME 
    N/A 

    UNIT STANDARD LINKAGES 
    N/A 


    Critical Cross-field Outcomes (CCFO): 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO IDENTIFYING 
    Identify and solve problems that ensure hull fabric and fitting repairs on board a vessel. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO WORKING 
    Work effectively with others when developing contingency plans for maintenance work. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO ORGANISING 
    Organise and manage oneself and one`s activities, when preparing to carry out maintenance work. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COLLECTING 
    Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information when completing maintenance documentation. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO COMMUNICATING 
    Communicate effectively when reporting malfunctions and shortages to designated supervisors. 

    UNIT STANDARD CCFO SCIENCE 
    Advanced use of science and technology. 

    UNIT STANDARD ASSESSOR CRITERIA 
    Assessors should keep the following general principles in mind when designing and conducting assessments against this unit standard:
  • Focus the assessment activities on gathering evidence in terms of the main outcome expressed in the title to ensure assessment is integrated rather than fragmented.
  • Make sure that evidence is gathered across the entire range, wherever it applies. Assessment activities should be as close to the real performance as possible, and where simulations or role-plays are used, there should be supporting evidence to show the candidate is able to perform in the real situation.
  • The assessment criteria provide the specifications against which assessment judgements should be made. In most cases, knowledge can be inferred from the quality of the performances, but in other cases, knowledge and understanding will have to be tested through questioning techniques. Where this is required, there will be assessment criteria to specify the standard required.
  • The task of the assessor is to gather sufficient evidence, of the prescribed type and quality, as specified in this unit standard, that the candidate can achieve the outcomes again and again and again. This means assessors will have to judge how many repeat performances are required before they believe the performance is reproducible.
  • All assessments should be conducted in line with the following well documented principles of assessment: appropriateness, fairness, manageability, integration into work or learning, validity, direct, authentic, sufficient, systematic, open and consistent.

    The following particular issues should be taken into consideration when assessing against this unit standard:
  • All candidates to be assessed for this unit standard are required to provide evidence of competence (obtained by attending an approved course) in the following:
    (i) Basic First Aid.
    (ii) Fire Fighting.
  • Evidence is required with regard to the candidate being medically fit.
  • The importance of both safety and due care and consideration for the environment is to be kept in mind when assessing a candidate for this unit standard. 
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    REREGISTRATION HISTORY 
    As per the SAQA Board decision/s at that time, this unit standard was Reregistered in 2012; 2015. 

    UNIT STANDARD NOTES 
    Definition of Terms:

    Terms have been clarified as far as possible through the use of range statements. Further clarification of terms is provided as follows:

    SAMSA - South African Maritime Safety Authority.
    This body is responsible for issuing certificates of competence at all levels in terms of the Merchant Shipping (Training and Certification) Regulations, 1999.
    Issued by the Minister of Transport, under section 356 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1951 (Act No. 57 of 1951). GG 20772/RG 6707

    ISM - International Safety Management
    This refers to a safety management system stipulated by regulation of the International Maritime Organisation. (IMO)

    SOPEP- Ship Oil pollution Emergency Plan
    Pollution plan in place for a particular ship, as required by the marine pollution regulations (MARPOL) legislated by IMO.

    FFA:- Fire fighting Appliances.
    LSA:- Life saving Appliances.
    IOPP:- International Oil Pollution Prevention.
    MARPOL:- Marine Pollution.
    EPIRB :- Emergency Position Indicating radio Beacon.
    SART:- Search and radar Transponder. 

    QUALIFICATIONS UTILISING THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
      ID QUALIFICATION TITLE PRE-2009 NQF LEVEL NQF LEVEL STATUS END DATE PRIMARY OR DELEGATED QA FUNCTIONARY
    Core  48535   National Certificate: Maritime Operations  Level 3  NQF Level 03  Passed the End Date -
    Status was "Reregistered"     		 2017-10-26  TETA 


    PROVIDERS CURRENTLY ACCREDITED TO OFFER THIS UNIT STANDARD: 
    This information shows the current accreditations (i.e. those not past their accreditation end dates), and is the most complete record available to SAQA as of today. Some Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionaries have a lag in their recording systems for provider accreditation, in turn leading to a lag in notifying SAQA of all the providers that they have accredited to offer qualifications and unit standards, as well as any extensions to accreditation end dates. The relevant Primary or Delegated Quality Assurance Functionary should be notified if a record appears to be missing from here.
     
    1. Limadi Industrial Projects 
    2. South African Fire and Medical Academy (SAFMA) 


    All qualifications and part qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework are public property. Thus the only payment that can be made for them is for service and reproduction. It is illegal to sell this material for profit. If the material is reproduced or quoted, the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) should be acknowledged as the source.