TAFE NSW

Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal) - MAR10220

TAFE NSW

Type of institution: TAFE Institute
Level: Pre-degree
CRICOS: 00591E

This qualification is suitable for people working in an entry level position in the maritime industry as a General Purpose Hand under the direct supervision of the master or engineer of a commercial vessel to:assist as a general hand on deck or in the engine room of a commercial vessel length as described in Marine Order 505 within the exclusive economic zone (EEZ) assist as a general hand in the engine room only for a vessel with propulsion power as described in Marine Order 505 Licensing/Regulatory InformationThis level of qualification is currently cited as meeting some of the requirements for certification as a General Purpose Hand Near Coastal as defined by the National Standard for Commercial Vessels (NSCV) Part D. Certification will require achievement of the MAR10220 Certificate I in Maritime Operations (General Purpose Hand Near Coastal) and an Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA) approved first aid certificate. People seeking certification should check with AMSA.

Subjects

  • Assist with routine maintenance on a commercial vessel
  • Apply basic survival skills in the event of vessel abandonment
  • Work as part of a crew on a commercial vessel
  • Follow procedures to minimise and fight fires on board a vessel
  • Meet work health and safety requirements
  • Survive at sea using survival craft
  • Provide First Aid
  • Apply general purpose hand skills aboard a commercial vessel

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