Working on a wide variety of specialist vessels.
This occupation is found in a wide range of specialist vessels, both commercial and military such as tugs, multi-purpose workboats, aquaculture and fast pilot boats. It also covers crew transfer vessels that take personnel out to vessels or installations offshore.
Small Commercial Vessels operate in varying marine environments such as construction of offshore wind farms, providing a range of services within a port or inland waterways, including surveys and towage. In addition, they may act as support vessels in major salvage operations and wreck removal.
Many employers are based around the coastal ports of the UK or by rivers and canals. They range from large organisations like the Royal Navy, through to small private operators offering specialist services.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to complete mission specific tasks that cannot be completed by land. They typically do this by navigating a specialist vessel to the site and then using the machinery and equipment on that vessel. They must be able to carry out all core tasks on board a vessel with minimal supervision, including but not limited to; communication, navigation and vessel handling, berthing, access & egress, towing operations, laying moorings, personnel transfers and cargo handling
Small Commercial Vessel Crewmembers usually work in teams of 2 or 3 people onboard, including the Master who is in overall charge. While some tasks can be completed within a day, some missions can instead involve vessels being at sea for weeks. This means crewmembers must work flexibly and take their turn to be in charge, for instance when the vessel Master is asleep.
A Small Commercial Vessel Crewmember must make key decisions on safety, security and navigation, sometimes in rapidly changing situations. Their work directly impacts the safety of all those onboard and also impacts protection of the marine environment. A Small Commercial Vessel Crewmember can expect their working patterns to vary considerably, depending on the mission. Some might normally work day shifts. However, this occupation can include working at any time of day or night and in all weathers. Lengthy operations at sea are potentially followed by a similar length of leave.
In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with the Master of the vessel, who they report to, and other crew members. They may also interact with other professionals, such as passengers they are transferring, or seafarers on board other vessels. A Small Commercial Vessel Crewmember interacts with colleagues ashore, alongside, and on fixed structures at sea (e.g. oil platforms). This could include engineers, port and navigational authorities, Coastguard Officers and other Search and Rescue professionals. As well as interacting in person, it’s common for a lot of communication to involve UHF or VHF radio, mobile phones, and onboard IT systems.
An employee in this occupation will be responsible for following the instruction of the Master of the vessel, and discharging their duties on the vessel compliantly by following regulations.
They are also responsible for their vessel whenever they are navigating, mooring/anchoring, steering or keeping watch. They must use bridge equipment to check the vessel position. They must manoeuvre a vessel, bring it alongside, and handle mooring ropes to secure the vessel. They must use equipment like winches correctly (if provided). They must guide on safe transfer of personnel from and to their vessel.
They are also responsible for fulfilling mission specific tasks, by correctly using specialist equipment and machinery onboard the vessel (e.g., when handling cargo, they must assist in slinging of loads, crane operations and securing cargo on board).
The Small Commercial Vessel Crewmember must also take appropriate action and respond during emergencies to ensure the safety of the vessel and those working on board. When needed, they must provide emergency first aid. Working together in a very small team to meet mission objectives is a key feature of this occupation.
This is a summary of the key things that you – the apprentice and your employer need to know about your end-point assessment (EPA). You and your employer should read the EPA plan for the full details. It has information on assessment method requirements, roles and responsibilities, and re-sits and re-takes.
An EPA is an assessment at the end of your apprenticeship. It will assess you against the knowledge, skills, and behaviours (KSBs) in the occupational standard. Your training will cover the KSBs. The EPA is your opportunity to show an independent assessor how well you can carry out the occupation you have been trained for.
Your employer will choose an end-point assessment organisation (EPAO) to deliver the EPA. Your employer and training provider should tell you what to expect and how to prepare for your EPA.
The length of the training for this apprenticeship is typically 24 months. The EPA period is typically 3 months.
The overall grades available for this apprenticeship are:
When you pass the EPA, you will be awarded your apprenticeship certificate.
The EPA gateway is when the EPAO checks and confirms that you have met any requirements required before you start the EPA. You will only enter the gateway when your employer says you are ready.
The gateway requirements for your EPA are:
For the small commercial vessel crewmember, the qualification required is:
STCW Personal Survival Techniques
STCW Firefighting and Fire Prevention
STCW Emergency First Aid
STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities
STCW Proficiency in Designated Security Duties
MCA Small Ships Navigation and Radar or SQA Use of Radar for Safe Navigation and Collision Avoidance on Domestic and Code Vessels
SQA Operate Non-ECDIS Marine Electronic Chart Systems
MCA Stability Course
MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC) 1
MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC) 2
MCA Compliant L2 Food Handling
RYA Yachtmaster Coastal or Offshore Certificate of Competence Theory
RYA Yachtmaster Coastal or Offshore Certificate of Competence Practical
RYA or MCA GMDSS Short Range Communications Certificate
RYA Professional Practices and Responsibilities and RYA Commercial Endorsement
Manual Handling
Marine Hydraulic Loader Crane Operators Certificate
Slinger and Signallers Certificate
Level 2 Diploma in Maritime Studies: Workboats
Practical demonstration with questions
You will be observed by an independent assessor completing a set of tasks. It will last 2 hours. They will ask you at least 3 questions.
Interview underpinned by a training record book
You will have an interview with an independent assessor. It will last at least 60 minutes. They will ask you at least 6 questions. The questions will be about certain aspects of your occupation. You need to compile a training record book before the EPA gateway. You can use it to help answer the questions.
The EPAO will confirm where and when each assessment method will take place.
You should speak to your employer if you have a query that relates to your job.
You should speak to your training provider if you have any questions about your training or EPA before it starts.
You should receive detailed information and support from the EPAO before the EPA starts. You should speak to them if you have any questions about your EPA once it has started.
If you have a disability, a physical or mental health condition or other special considerations, you may be able to have a reasonable adjustment that takes this into account. You should speak to your employer, training provider and EPAO and ask them what support you can get. The EPAO will decide if an adjustment is appropriate.
This occupation is found in a wide range of specialist vessels, both commercial and military such as tugs, multi-purpose workboats, aquaculture and fast pilot boats. It also covers crew transfer vessels that take personnel out to vessels or installations offshore.
Small Commercial Vessels operate in varying marine environments such as construction of offshore wind farms, providing a range of services within a port or inland waterways, including surveys and towage. In addition, they may act as support vessels in major salvage operations and wreck removal.
Many employers are based around the coastal ports of the UK or by rivers and canals. They range from large organisations like the Royal Navy, through to small private operators offering specialist services.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to complete mission specific tasks that cannot be completed by land. They typically do this by navigating a specialist vessel to the site and then using the machinery and equipment on that vessel. They must be able to carry out all core tasks on board a vessel with minimal supervision, including but not limited to; communication, navigation and vessel handling, berthing, access & egress, towing operations, laying moorings, personnel transfers and cargo handling
Small Commercial Vessel Crewmembers usually work in teams of 2 or 3 people onboard, including the Master who is in overall charge. While some tasks can be completed within a day, some missions can instead involve vessels being at sea for weeks. This means crewmembers must work flexibly and take their turn to be in charge, for instance when the vessel Master is asleep.
A Small Commercial Vessel Crewmember must make key decisions on safety, security and navigation, sometimes in rapidly changing situations. Their work directly impacts the safety of all those onboard and also impacts protection of the marine environment. A Small Commercial Vessel Crewmember can expect their working patterns to vary considerably, depending on the mission. Some might normally work day shifts. However, this occupation can include working at any time of day or night and in all weathers. Lengthy operations at sea are potentially followed by a similar length of leave.
In their daily work, an employee in this occupation interacts with the Master of the vessel, who they report to, and other crew members. They may also interact with other professionals, such as passengers they are transferring, or seafarers on board other vessels. A Small Commercial Vessel Crewmember interacts with colleagues ashore, alongside, and on fixed structures at sea (e.g. oil platforms). This could include engineers, port and navigational authorities, Coastguard Officers and other Search and Rescue professionals. As well as interacting in person, it’s common for a lot of communication to involve UHF or VHF radio, mobile phones, and onboard IT systems.
An employee in this occupation will be responsible for following the instruction of the Master of the vessel, and discharging their duties on the vessel compliantly by following regulations.
They are also responsible for their vessel whenever they are navigating, mooring/anchoring, steering or keeping watch. They must use bridge equipment to check the vessel position. They must manoeuvre a vessel, bring it alongside, and handle mooring ropes to secure the vessel. They must use equipment like winches correctly (if provided). They must guide on safe transfer of personnel from and to their vessel.
They are also responsible for fulfilling mission specific tasks, by correctly using specialist equipment and machinery onboard the vessel (e.g., when handling cargo, they must assist in slinging of loads, crane operations and securing cargo on board).
The Small Commercial Vessel Crewmember must also take appropriate action and respond during emergencies to ensure the safety of the vessel and those working on board. When needed, they must provide emergency first aid. Working together in a very small team to meet mission objectives is a key feature of this occupation.
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Duty 1 Follow the instructions of the Master and work compliantly with regulations. |
K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K6 K7 K8 K9 K10 K11 K12 K13 K14 K15 K16 K17 K18 K19 K20 K21 K22 K23 K24 K25 K26 K27 K28 K29 K30 K36 K41 S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 S9 S10 S12 S13 S14 S15 S16 S17 S18 S19 S20 S24 S25 S26 S27 S29 S30 S31 |
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Duty 2 Ensure their responsibilities under the Companies Safety Management Systems (SMS) are being complied with, including liaising and communicating with others to ensure the safe working of the vessel |
K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K6 K7 K9 K10 K11 K12 K13 K14 K16 K17 K18 K19 K20 K21 K22 K23 K24 K25 K26 K27 K28 K29 K30 K31 K33 K34 K35 K40 K41 S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 S9 S10 S12 S13 S14 S15 S16 S17 S18 S19 S20 S23 S25 S28 S29 |
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Duty 3 Follow the instructions of the Master, to ensure good housekeeping, cleanliness and hygiene on board |
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Duty 4 Take charge of the vessel should, in an emergency, the Master become incapacitated, following the appropriate contingency plan |
K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K6 K7 K8 K9 K10 K11 K12 K13 K14 K15 K16 K17 K18 K19 K20 K21 K22 K23 K24 K25 K26 K27 K28 K29 K30 K31 K41 S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 S9 S10 S11 S12 S13 S14 S15 S16 S17 S18 S19 S20 S22 |
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Duty 5 Assist in preparing a vessel for sea, including pre-departure checks. |
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Duty 6 Operate, check and maintain onboard machinery and equipment. Make simple running and emergency repairs while at sea |
K1 K12 K13 K16 K17 K19 K20 K22 K24 K30 K37 |
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Duty 7 Manage the deck during mooring or anchoring operations |
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Duty 8 Be able to contribute to a safe navigational watch, determining the vessel’s location using bridge equipment; navigating and steering a vessel as per the passage plan |
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Duty 9 Ensure sufficient supplies of water, food, and consumables are onboard for the passage |
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Duty 10 Manage the safety of those onboard the vessel, promoting a safe working environment |
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Duty 11 Respond to emergencies on board ship as per the vessel contingency plan |
K1 K2 K3 K4 K5 K6 K7 K9 K10 K11 K12 K13 K14 K15 K16 K17 K19 K20 K21 K24 K26 K27 K28 K29 K30 K40 K41 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 S9 S10 S11 S12 S13 S14 S15 S16 S18 S19 S20 |
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Duty 12 Use specialist machinery and equipment to perform operational tasks appropriate to the vessel |
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Duty 13 Create, maintain and enhance productive working relations on board (Refer to Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities) |
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K1: Operating procedures for the equipment that is used on vessels, for example main engines, pumps and winches.
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K2: Procedures when providing support to diving operations.
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K3: The principles of salvage work.
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K4: Methods for laying and recovering moorings.
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K5: Anchor handling methods.
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K6: The different ways in which vessels contribute to construction work at sea.
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K7: Transfer of personnel and equipment: ship to ship, ship to shore, use of vessels, crew responsibilities.
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K8: Ship manoeuvring: steering systems and their functions, avoiding and navigating locks, docks and bridges.
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K9: Guard and survey duty procedures.
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K10: How vessels support aquaculture.
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K11: Radio communication methods and their application.
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K12: Setting up and recovery of a towline, including all components (wire, shackles, swivel, delta plate, stretcher, bridles).
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K13: The Minimum Breaking Load that applies to a towing set.
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K14: Emergency procedures, applicable to vessel environments and locations.
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K15: Survival techniques in water, including the use of LSA and PPE, for example, lifejacket usage, boarding survival craft, operate location devices.
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K16: Operation of survival equipment carried on vessels, for example, retrieval equipment.
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K17: Techniques for safe working practices across small commercial vessel operations. For example, crane operations, international signalling system.
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K18: Hygiene procedures for the safe preparation of meals on board.
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K19: Statutory and industry regulations for safe working on board a vessel, for example, The Workboat Code, International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea.
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K20: The impact of external forces on a vessel such as sea state, swell and wind.
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K21: The basic stability of a vessel and the factors which may affect it, for example, distribution of cargo and fuel.
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K22: Maintenance techniques for vessel equipment.
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K23: The security regulations and processes of challenge and identification checks for any person boarding a vessel.
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K24: Information technology and digital systems for example computer based recording systems and navigation equipment. GDPR and cyber security regulations.
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K25: Paper chart work and tidal navigation techniques.
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K26: Radar use for position monitoring and collision avoidance techniques.
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K27: Electronic chart use for position monitoring.
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K28: Principles and use of weather forecast and general terms.
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K29: Code vessel paperwork to ensure regulatory compliance.
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K30: Own responsibilities under the organisational safety management system (SMS).
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K31: Maintenance of survival equipment carried on vessels, for example, retrieval equipment.
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K32: Principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Unconscious bias.
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K33: Emergency first aid techniques and procedures.
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K34: The signs of fatigue in themselves and others and how to recognise them.
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K35: Documentation: methods and requirements - electronic and paper.
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K36: Environmental and sustainability regulations and guidance. Environmental hazards that can arise from small commercial vessel operations.
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K37: Loading and unloading cargo and equipment using a deck crane.
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K38: Verbal communication techniques and maritime terminology.
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K39: Principles of team working.
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K40: Fire fighting equipment (FFE) carried on vessels, for example, manual and mechanical fire pumps, the use of fixed fire systems, and fire alarms.
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K41: Capabilities techniques for keeping a safe navigational watch.
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S1: Operate vessel equipment including main engines, pumps, emergency equipment and winches.
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S2: Support the safety of those on board, for example, passengers, technicians and other crew.
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S3: Maintain a vessel's weather and watertight integrity and take necessary action if breached.
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S4: Operate life saving appliances (LSA) and firefighting equipment (FFE).
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S5: Administer emergency first aid.
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S6: Coordinate a response to an emergency situation.
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S7: Steer a vessel in different marine environments, for example, maintain and alter course when required to do so, taking into account local environment and conditions.
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S8: Manoeuvre a vessel to enable recovery of "man overboard" and the safe boarding of emergency services and authorities.
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S9: Load and unload cargo and equipment using deck cranes, for example, the correct slinging of loads, use of international signalling methods and correct stowage of dangerous goods.
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S10: Anchor a vessel.
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S11: Communicate with others verbally using maritime terminology for example, colleagues and stakeholders.
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S12: Perform deck operations as appropriate to the vessel type, and on board equipment, for example, plough dredging, survey activities, setting up a tow, recovery of towline in adverse weather conditions, transfer of personnel and equipment.
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S13: Contribute to maintaining vessel equipment including main engines, pumps, emergency equipment and winches
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S14: Respond to emergency situations, for example, deploying life rafts, deploying man overboard equipment, using emergency towlines.
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S15: Undertake running and emergency repairs.
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S16: Create a safe means to board and disembark from a vessel.
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S17: Recognise and respond to the signs of fatigue in self and others.
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S18: Prepare food on board.
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S19: Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations.
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S20: Keep a safe navigational watch
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S21: Use vessel radio equipment.
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S22: Maintain lifesaving appliances (LSA) and firefighting equipment (FFE)
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S23: Follow safe working practices.
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S24: Apply equity, diversity and inclusion policies.
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S25: Complete security checks for persons boarding a vessel
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S26: Moor a vessel.
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S27: Unmoor a vessel.
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S28: Follow safe working practices under the organisational safety management system (SMS)
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S29: Record or enter information - electronic or paper based, for example, risk assessments, equipment service records, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, work sheets, checklists.
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S30: Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal.
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S31: Use electronic navigational charts to fix the vessels position.
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S32: Apply team working principles
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B1: Prioritise health and safety.
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B2: Flexible in dealing with new and changing situations.
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B3: Team-focus to meet work goals.
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B4: Consideration and respectful of others, including, those who need to sleep whilst others are awake.
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B5: Actively protects the marine environment from pollution
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B6: Act ethically
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Apprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the End-Point Assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeship’s English and maths minimum requirement is Entry Level 3. A British Sign Language (BSL) qualification is an alternative to the English qualification for those whose primary language is BSL.
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Ofqual regulated
Units to be completed:1. FA5M 54 Maritime Employment,Environmental and Health and Safety Practice2. FA69 54 Maritime Sector Overview3. FA60 54Vessel Ropework, Anchoring and Mooring Operations4. FA61 54 Securing a Vessel forPassage5. FA62 54 Vessel Construction and Stability6. H49Y 54 Contribute to WorkboatOperations7. FA5N 54 Survival in the Water During Maritime Emergencies8. FA5T 54 VesselFire Prevention and Firefighting (STCW)9. FA5R 54 Emergency First Aid in Response toMaritime Accidents or Medical Emergencies10. FA68 54 Communicate Using Equipment andVisual Means11. FN04 62 Basic Navigational Watchkeeping12. FF2D 57 Control Operation ofSurvival Craft and Rescue Boats
V1.1
This document explains the requirements for end-point assessment (EPA) for the small commercial vessel crewmember apprenticeship. End-point assessment organisations (EPAOs) must follow this when designing and delivering the EPA.
Small commercial vessel crewmember apprentices, their employers and training providers should read this document.
A full-time small commercial vessel crewmember apprentice typically spends 24 months on-programme (this means in training before the gateway). The apprentice must spend at least 12 months on-programme and complete the required amount of off-the-job training in line with the apprenticeship funding rules.
The apprentice must complete their training and meet the gateway requirements before starting their EPA. The EPA will assess occupational competence.
An approved EPAO must conduct the EPA for this apprenticeship. Employers must select an approved EPAO from the register of end-point assessment organisations (RoEPAO).
This EPA has 2 assessment methods.
The grades available for each assessment method are below.
Assessment method 1 - practical demonstration with questions:
Assessment method 2 - interview underpinned by a training record book:
The result from each assessment method is combined to decide the overall apprenticeship grade. The following grades are available for the apprenticeship:
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On-programme - typically 24 months
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The apprentice must:
The qualifications required are: STCW Personal Survival Techniques STCW Firefighting and Fire Prevention STCW Emergency First Aid STCW Personal Safety and Social Responsibilities STCW Proficiency in Designated Security Duties MCA Small Ships Navigation and Radar or SQA Use of Radar for Safe Navigation and Collision Avoidance on Domestic and Code Vessels SQA Operate Non-ECDIS Marine Electronic Chart Systems MCA Stability Course MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC) 1 MCA Approved Engine Course (AEC) 2 MCA Compliant L2 Food Handling RYA Yachtmaster Coastal or Offshore Certificate of Competence Theory RYA Yachtmaster Coastal or Offshore Certificate of Competence Practical RYA or MCA GMDSS Short Range Communications Certificate RYA Professional Practices and Responsibilities and RYA Commercial Endorsement Manual Handling Marine Hydraulic Loader Crane Operators Certificate Slinger and Signallers Certificate Level 2 Diploma in Maritime Studies: Workboats
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The apprentice’s employer must be content that the apprentice has attained sufficient KSBs to complete the apprenticeship. The apprentice must:
For the interview underpinned by a training record book, the apprentice must submit a training record book.
The apprentice must submit the gateway evidence to their EPAO, including any organisation specific policies and procedures requested by the EPAO. |
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The grades available for each assessment method are below
Practical demonstration with questions:
Interview underpinned by a training record book:
Overall EPA and apprenticeship can be graded:
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The EPA is taken in the EPA period. The EPA period starts when the EPAO confirms the gateway requirements have been met and is typically 3 months.
The EPAO should confirm the gateway requirements have been met and start the EPA as quickly as possible.
The apprentice’s employer must be content that the apprentice has attained sufficient KSBs to complete the apprenticeship. The employer may take advice from the apprentice's training provider, but the employer must make the decision. The apprentice will then enter the gateway.
The apprentice must meet the gateway requirements before starting their EPA.
They must:
Training record book (TRB) requirements
The apprentice must compile a training record book during the on-programme period of the apprenticeship. It should only contain evidence related to the KSBs that will be assessed by the interview. It will typically contain 15 discrete pieces of evidence. Evidence must be mapped against the KSBs. Evidence may be used to demonstrate more than one KSB; a qualitative as opposed to quantitative approach is suggested.
Evidence sources may include:
This is not a definitive list; other evidence sources can be included.
The TRB should not include reflective accounts or any methods of self-assessment. Any employer contributions should focus on direct observation of performance (for example, witness statements) rather than opinions. The evidence provided should be valid and attributable to the apprentice; the TRB should contain a statement from the employer and apprentice confirming this.
The EPAO should not assess the TRB directly as it underpins the interview. The independent assessor should review the TRB to prepare questions for the interview. They are not required to provide feedback after this review.
The apprentice must submit the gateway evidence to their EPAO, including any organisation specific policies and procedures requested by the EPAO.
The assessment methods can be delivered in any order.
The result of one assessment method does not need to be known before starting the next.
In a practical demonstration with questions, an independent assessor observes the apprentice completing a task or series of tasks set by the EPAO. The EPAO decides where it takes place. The assessment environment must closely relate to the apprentice’s natural working environment. It gives the apprentice the opportunity to demonstrate the KSBs mapped to this assessment method.
This assessment method is being used because:
The practical demonstration with questions must be structured to give the apprentice the opportunity to demonstrate the KSBs mapped to this assessment method to the highest available grade.
An independent assessor must conduct and assess the practical demonstration with questions.
The independent assessor must only observe one apprentice at a time to ensure quality and rigour. They must be as unobtrusive as possible.
The EPAO must give an apprentice 2 weeks' notice of the . practical demonstration with questions
The practical demonstration with questions must take 2 hours.
The independent assessor can increase the time of the practical demonstration with questions by up to 10%. This time is to allow the apprentice to complete a task or respond to a question if necessary.
The practical demonstration with questions cannot be split, other than for comfort breaks or to allow apprentices to move from one location to another. Where breaks occur, they will not count towards the total EPA time.
The EPAO must manage invigilation of the apprentice during the assessment, to maintain security of the EPA, in line with their malpractice policy. This includes breaks and moving between locations.
The independent assessor must explain to the apprentice the format and timescales of the practical demonstration with questions before it starts. This does not count towards the assessment time.
The independent assessor must observe the following during the practical demonstration:
The EPAO, following discussion with the employer regarding suitability, will agree on a vessel that the apprentice is familiar with as part of their normal place of work. The EPAO will manage predictability of the EPA by the apprentice not knowing in advance which vessel the practical demonstration will take place on. The vessel will typically be no more than 24 metres in length. The vessel will be berthed during the practical demonstration. The Master of the vessel will be on board but does not have an active role in the observation. The Master will ensure the overall safety of the vessel and compliance with any port requirements.
The independent assessor must observe the following tasks during the practical demonstration:
1. Simulated use and maintenance of lifesaving appliances (LSA) and firefighting equipment (FFE) (typically 35 minutes)
2. Preparing a vessel to go to sea (typically 35 minutes)
3. Use of electronic charts, including checking vessel position (typically 25 minutes)
4. Mooring and unmooring a small commercial vessel (typically 25 minutes)
These activities provide the apprentice with the opportunity to demonstrate the KSBs mapped to this assessment method.
The independent assessor must ask questions. The purpose of the questions is to assess the apprentice's level of competence against the grading descriptors.
The independent assessor must keep accurate records of the assessment. They must record:
The practical demonstration with questions must take place in a simulated environment selected by the EPAO for example, a vessel owned by the employer. The simulated environment must relate to the apprentice’s natural work environment. Equipment and resources needed for the practical demonstration with questions are ultimately the responsibility of the EPAO. The EPAO should liaise with the employer who can provide these. The EPAO and employer must maintain the confidentiality of the setting for the simulated practical demonstration.
The EPAO must develop a purpose-built assessment specification and question bank. It is recommended this is done in consultation with employers of this occupation. The EPAO must maintain the security and confidentiality of EPA materials when consulting with employers. The assessment specification and question bank must be reviewed at least once a year to ensure they remain fit-for-purpose.
The assessment specification must be relevant to the occupation and demonstrate how to assess the KSBs mapped to this assessment method. The EPAO must ensure that questions are refined and developed to a high standard. The questions must be unpredictable. A question bank of sufficient size will support this.
The EPAO must ensure that the apprentice has a different set of tasks and questions in the case of re-sits and retakes, to minimise predictability.
The EPAO must produce the following materials to support the practical demonstration with questions:
The EPAO must ensure that the EPA materials are subject to quality assurance procedures including standardisation and moderation.
In the interview, an independent assessor asks the apprentice questions. It gives the apprentice the opportunity to demonstrate the KSBs mapped to this assessment method.
The apprentice can refer to and illustrate their answers with evidence from their training record book.
This assessment method is being used because:
It allows for the assessment of KSBs that may not naturally occur during the practical observation with questions as described in the document.
It allows for the testing of responses when there may be a range of potential answers.
It is cost-effective, as whilst seeking assurance of competence across a range of KSBs, it does not require the independent assessor to directly observe all of them.
The interview must be structured to give the apprentice the opportunity to demonstrate the KSBs mapped to this assessment method to the highest available grade.
An independent assessor must conduct and assess the interview.
The purpose is to assess the apprentice’s competence against the following themes:
The EPAO must give an apprentice 2 weeks' notice of the interview.
The independent assessor must have at least 2 weeks to review the supporting documentation.
The apprentice must have access to their training record book during the interview.
The apprentice can refer to and illustrate their answers with evidence from their training record book however, the training record book is not directly assessed.
The interview must last for 60 minutes. The independent assessor can increase the time of the interview by up to 10%. This time is to allow the apprentice to respond to a question if necessary.
The independent assessor must ask at least 6 questions. The independent assessor must use the questions from the EPAO’s question bank.
The independent assessor must make the grading decision.
The independent assessor must keep accurate records of the assessment. They must record:
The interview must take place in a suitable venue selected by the EPAO for example, the EPAO’s or employer’s premises.
The interview can be conducted by video conferencing. The EPAO must have processes in place to verify the identity of the apprentice and ensure the apprentice is not being aided.
The interview should take place in a quiet room, free from distractions and influence.
The EPAO must develop a purpose-built assessment specification and question bank. It is recommended this is done in consultation with employers of this occupation. The EPAO must maintain the security and confidentiality of EPA materials when consulting with employers. The assessment specification and question bank must be reviewed at least once a year to ensure they remain fit-for-purpose.
The assessment specification must be relevant to the occupation and demonstrate how to assess the KSBs mapped to this assessment method. The EPAO must ensure that questions are refined and developed to a high standard. The questions must be unpredictable. A question bank of sufficient size will support this.
The EPAO must ensure that the apprentice has a different set of questions in the case of re-sits or re-takes.
The EPAO must produce the following materials to support the interview underpinned by a training record book:
The EPAO must ensure that the EPA materials are subject to quality assurance procedures including standardisation and moderation.
Fail - does not meet pass criteria
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Theme
KSBs
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Pass
Apprentices must demonstrate all of the pass descriptors
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Vessel Operations
K1 K4 K17 K27 S1 S23 S26 S27 S31 B1 |
Prioritises health and safety and follows safe working practices to operate vessel equipment including main engines, pumps, emergency equipment and winches to achieve task objectives. (K1, K17, S1, S23, B1) Moors and unmoors a vessel in line with vessel and task requirements, and organisational procedures. (K4, S26, S27) Uses electronic navigational charts to fix and monitor vessel position in line with task requirements. (K27, S31)
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Communications
K11 K29 K35 K38 S11 S21 S29 |
Uses vessel radio equipment to communicate with others using verbal communication techniques and maritime terminology to support task completion. (K11, K38, S11, S21) Records information on paper or electronically in line with task and regulatory requirements. (K29, K35, S29)
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Emergency Procedures
K14 K15 K40 S4 S6 S14 |
Operates lifesaving appliances (LSA) and firefighting equipment (FFE) in line with manufacturers' instructions. (K15, K40, S4,) Co-ordinates and responds to an emergency situation in line with task requirements. (K14, S6, S14) |
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Health, Safety and Environmental Factors
K23 K30 K31 S2 S16 S22 S25 S28 |
Creates a safe means to board and disembark from a vessel and supports the safety of those on board in line with statutory and industry regulations. (S2, S16) Completes security checks for persons boarding a vessel. (K23, S25) Maintains lifesaving appliances (LSA) and fire fighting equipment in line with manufacturers' instructions. (FFE) (K31, S22) Follows safe working practices under the organisational safety management system in line with requirements for their role and responsibilities. (K30, S28)
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Fail - does not meet pass criteria
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Theme
KSBs
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Pass
Apprentices must demonstrate all of the pass descriptors
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Distinction
Apprentices must demonstrate all of the pass descriptors and all of the distinction descriptors
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Contribute to vessel operations
K2 K3 K5 K6 K7 K8 K9 K12 K13 K18 K19 K21 K24 K37 K39 S7 S8 S9 S10 S12 S18 S19 S32 B2 B3 |
Explains how they perform deck operations as appropriate to the vessel type, on board equipment, and objectives in line with statutory and industry regulations for safe working on board a vessel. (K19, S12) Explains the procedures when supporting diving operations and guard and survey duty, the principles of salvage work, different ways vessels contribute to construction at sea and the transfer of personnel and equipment. (K2, K3, K6, K7, K9) Explains the setting up and recovery of all components of a towline and the minimum breaking load that applies to a towing set. (K12, K13) Describes how they anchor a vessel in line with the vessel requirements. (K5, S10) Explains how they steer a vessel in different marine environments and conditions maintaining stability, and how they manoeuvre a vessel to enable a recovery of ‘man overboard’ and the safe boarding of emergency services and authorities in line with vessel and company requirements. (K8, K21, S7, S8) Explains how they prepare food on board in line with hygiene procedures for safe preparation of food on board vessels. (K18, S18) Describes how they use information technology and digital systems and comply with GDPR and organisational cyber security regulations to support work tasks. (K24, S19) Describes how they load and unload cargo and equipment using deck cranes in line with company requirements. (K37, S9) Describes how they apply team working principles to meet their team's work goals and are flexible in dealing with new and changing situations. (K39, S32, B2, B3)
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Justifies that actions they take when steering a vessel to maintain stability in different marine environments and conditions. (K8, K21, S7) Explains the importance of following the correct methods for handling an anchor. (K5, S10) Explains the importance of using the correct techniques for loading and unloading cargo. (K37, S9)
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Contribute to maintaining a safe navigational watch
K25 K26 K28 K41 S20 |
Explains how they keep a safe navigational watch in line with the task and vessel requirements. (K41, S20) Explains the use of weather forecasting, paper charts, tidal navigation techniques, and radar for position monitoring and collision avoidance. (K25, K26, K28) |
Justifies the actions they take to keep a safe navigational watch (K41, S20)
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Maintain steelwork and equipment on board a vessel
K20 K22 S3 S13 S15 |
Describes how they contribute to maintaining vessel equipment and undertake running and emergency repairs in line with company requirements. (K22, S13, S15) Describes how they maintain a vessel's weather and watertight integrity, taking necessary action if breached and the impact that external forces can have on a vessel ensuring any remedial action maintains the fitness-for purpose of the vessel. (K20, S3)
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Justifies the actions they take to contribute to maintaining vessel equipment in line with company requirements (K22, S13)
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Maintain personal health, safety, and environmental standards on board a vessel
K10 K32 K34 K36 S17 S24 S30 B4 B5 B6 |
Describes how they follow organisational policies to ensure their work supports the ethical principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. (K32, S24, B6) Follows procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance and actively protects the marine environment from pollution. Segregates resources for reuse, recycling and disposal. (K36, S30, B5) Describes how vessels support aquaculture. (K10) Describes how they recognise and respond to the signs of fatigue in self and others and show consideration and respect to others. (K34, S17, B4)
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None. |
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Take emergency action on board a vessel
K16 K33 S5 |
Describes how they have (or would have) administered first aid in line with emergency first aid techniques and procedures. (K33, S5) Describes how survival equipment carried on vessels is operated, for example, retrieval equipment in line with manufacturers' equipment. (K16)
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None. |
Performance in the EPA determines the overall grade of:
An independent assessor must individually grade the practical demonstration with questions and interview underpinned by a training record book in line with this EPA plan.
The EPAO must combine the individual assessment method grades to determine the overall EPA grade.
If the apprentice fails one assessment method or more, they will be awarded an overall fail.
To achieve an overall pass, the apprentice must achieve at least a pass in all the assessment methods. Apprentices must pass the practical demonstration with questions and gain a distinction in the interview underpinned by a training record book (trb) to gain an overall distinction.
Grades from individual assessment methods must be combined in the following way to determine the grade of the EPA overall.
| Practical demonstration with questions | Interview underpinned by a training record book | Overall Grading |
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| Fail | Fail | Fail |
| Fail | Any grade | Fail |
| Any grade | Fail | Fail |
| Pass | Pass | Pass |
| Pass | Distinction | Distinction |
If the apprentice fails one assessment method or more, they can take a re-sit or a re-take at their employer’s discretion. The apprentice’s employer needs to agree that a re-sit or re-take is appropriate. A re-sit does not need further learning, whereas a re-take does. The apprentice should have a supportive action plan to prepare for a re-sit or a re-take.
The employer and the EPAO should agree the timescale for a re-sit or re-take. A re-sit is typically taken within 6 months of the EPA outcome notification. The timescale for a re-take is dependent on how much re-training is required and is typically taken within 6 months of the EPA outcome notification.
Failed assessment methods must be re-sat or re-taken within a 6-month period from the EPA outcome notification, otherwise the entire EPA will need to be re-sat or re-taken in full.
Re-sits and re-takes are not offered to an apprentice wishing to move from pass to a higher grade.
The apprentice will get a maximum EPA grade of pass for a re-sit or re-take, unless the EPAO determines there are exceptional circumstances.
| Roles | Responsibilities |
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Apprentice |
As a minimum, the apprentice should:
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Employer |
As a minimum, the apprentice's employer must:
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EPAO |
As a minimum, the EPAO must:
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Independent assessor |
As a minimum, an independent assessor must:
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Training provider |
As a minimum, the training provider must:
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The EPAO must have reasonable adjustments arrangements for the EPA.
This should include:
Adjustments must maintain the validity, reliability and integrity of the EPA as outlined in this EPA plan.
Internal quality assurance refers to the strategies, policies and procedures that an EPAO must have in place to ensure valid, consistent and reliable EPA decisions.
EPAOs for this EPA must adhere to the requirements within the roles and responsibilities table.
They must also appoint independent assessors who:
Affordability of the EPA will be aided by using at least some of the following:
This apprenticeship is not aligned to professional recognition.
| Knowledge | Assessment methods |
|---|---|
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K1
Operating procedures for the equipment that is used on vessels, for example main engines, pumps and winches. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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K2
Procedures when providing support to diving operations. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K3
The principles of salvage work. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K4
Methods for laying and recovering moorings. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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K5
Anchor handling methods. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K6
The different ways in which vessels contribute to construction work at sea. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K7
Transfer of personnel and equipment: ship to ship, ship to shore, use of vessels, crew responsibilities. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K8
Ship manoeuvring: steering systems and their functions, avoiding and navigating locks, docks and bridges. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K9
Guard and survey duty procedures. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K10
How vessels support aquaculture. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K11
Radio communication methods and their application. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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K12
Setting up and recovery of a towline, including all components (wire, shackles, swivel, delta plate, stretcher, bridles). Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K13
The Minimum Breaking Load that applies to a towing set. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K14
Emergency procedures, applicable to vessel environments and locations. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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K15
Survival techniques in water, including the use of LSA and PPE, for example, lifejacket usage, boarding survival craft, operate location devices. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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K16
Operation of survival equipment carried on vessels, for example, retrieval equipment. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K17
Techniques for safe working practices across small commercial vessel operations. For example, crane operations, international signalling system. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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K18
Hygiene procedures for the safe preparation of meals on board. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K19
Statutory and industry regulations for safe working on board a vessel, for example, The Workboat Code, International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K20
The impact of external forces on a vessel such as sea state, swell and wind. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K21
The basic stability of a vessel and the factors which may affect it, for example, distribution of cargo and fuel. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K22
Maintenance techniques for vessel equipment. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K23
The security regulations and processes of challenge and identification checks for any person boarding a vessel. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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K24
Information technology and digital systems for example computer based recording systems and navigation equipment. GDPR and cyber security regulations. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K25
Paper chart work and tidal navigation techniques. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K26
Radar use for position monitoring and collision avoidance techniques. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K27
Electronic chart use for position monitoring. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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K28
Principles and use of weather forecast and general terms. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K29
Code vessel paperwork to ensure regulatory compliance. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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K30
Own responsibilities under the organisational safety management system (SMS). Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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K31
Maintenance of survival equipment carried on vessels, for example, retrieval equipment. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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K32
Principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Unconscious bias. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K33
Emergency first aid techniques and procedures. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K34
The signs of fatigue in themselves and others and how to recognise them. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K35
Documentation: methods and requirements - electronic and paper. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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K36
Environmental and sustainability regulations and guidance. Environmental hazards that can arise from small commercial vessel operations. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K37
Loading and unloading cargo and equipment using a deck crane. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K38
Verbal communication techniques and maritime terminology. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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K39
Principles of team working. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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K40
Fire fighting equipment (FFE) carried on vessels, for example, manual and mechanical fire pumps, the use of fixed fire systems, and fire alarms. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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K41
Capabilities techniques for keeping a safe navigational watch. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
| Skill | Assessment methods |
|---|---|
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S1
Operate vessel equipment including main engines, pumps, emergency equipment and winches. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S2
Support the safety of those on board, for example, passengers, technicians and other crew. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S3
Maintain a vessel's weather and watertight integrity and take necessary action if breached. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S4
Operate life saving appliances (LSA) and firefighting equipment (FFE). Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S5
Administer emergency first aid. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S6
Coordinate a response to an emergency situation. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S7
Steer a vessel in different marine environments, for example, maintain and alter course when required to do so, taking into account local environment and conditions. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S8
Manoeuvre a vessel to enable recovery of "man overboard" and the safe boarding of emergency services and authorities. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S9
Load and unload cargo and equipment using deck cranes, for example, the correct slinging of loads, use of international signalling methods and correct stowage of dangerous goods. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S10
Anchor a vessel. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S11
Communicate with others verbally using maritime terminology for example, colleagues and stakeholders. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S12
Perform deck operations as appropriate to the vessel type, and on board equipment, for example, plough dredging, survey activities, setting up a tow, recovery of towline in adverse weather conditions, transfer of personnel and equipment. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S13
Contribute to maintaining vessel equipment including main engines, pumps, emergency equipment and winches Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S14
Respond to emergency situations, for example, deploying life rafts, deploying man overboard equipment, using emergency towlines. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S15
Undertake running and emergency repairs. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S16
Create a safe means to board and disembark from a vessel. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S17
Recognise and respond to the signs of fatigue in self and others. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S18
Prepare food on board. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S19
Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S20
Keep a safe navigational watch Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S21
Use vessel radio equipment. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S22
Maintain lifesaving appliances (LSA) and firefighting equipment (FFE) Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S23
Follow safe working practices. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S24
Apply equity, diversity and inclusion policies. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S25
Complete security checks for persons boarding a vessel Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S26
Moor a vessel. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S27
Unmoor a vessel. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S28
Follow safe working practices under the organisational safety management system (SMS) Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S29
Record or enter information - electronic or paper based, for example, risk assessments, equipment service records, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, work sheets, checklists. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S30
Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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S31
Use electronic navigational charts to fix the vessels position. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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S32
Apply team working principles Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
| Behaviour | Assessment methods |
|---|---|
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B1
Prioritise health and safety. Back to Grading |
Practical demonstration with questions |
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B2
Flexible in dealing with new and changing situations. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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B3
Team-focus to meet work goals. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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B4
Consideration and respectful of others, including, those who need to sleep whilst others are awake. Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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B5
Actively protects the marine environment from pollution Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
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B6
Act ethically Back to Grading |
Interview underpinned by a training record book |
| KSBS GROUPED BY THEME | Knowledge | Skills | Behaviour |
|---|---|---|---|
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Vessel Operations
K1 K4 K17 K27 S1 S23 S26 S27 S31 B1 |
Operating procedures for the equipment that is used on vessels, for example main engines, pumps and winches. (K1) Methods for laying and recovering moorings. (K4) Techniques for safe working practices across small commercial vessel operations. For example, crane operations, international signalling system. (K17) Electronic chart use for position monitoring. (K27) |
Operate vessel equipment including main engines, pumps, emergency equipment and winches. (S1) Follow safe working practices. (S23) Moor a vessel. (S26) Unmoor a vessel. (S27) Use electronic navigational charts to fix the vessels position. (S31) |
Prioritise health and safety. (B1) |
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Communications
K11 K29 K35 K38 S11 S21 S29 |
Radio communication methods and their application. (K11) Code vessel paperwork to ensure regulatory compliance. (K29) Documentation: methods and requirements - electronic and paper. (K35) Verbal communication techniques and maritime terminology. (K38) |
Communicate with others verbally using maritime terminology for example, colleagues and stakeholders. (S11) Use vessel radio equipment. (S21) Record or enter information - electronic or paper based, for example, risk assessments, equipment service records, handover documents and manufacturers' documentation, work sheets, checklists. (S29) |
None |
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Emergency Procedures
K14 K15 K40 S4 S6 S14 |
Emergency procedures, applicable to vessel environments and locations. (K14) Survival techniques in water, including the use of LSA and PPE, for example, lifejacket usage, boarding survival craft, operate location devices. (K15) Fire fighting equipment (FFE) carried on vessels, for example, manual and mechanical fire pumps, the use of fixed fire systems, and fire alarms. (K40) |
Operate life saving appliances (LSA) and firefighting equipment (FFE). (S4) Coordinate a response to an emergency situation. (S6) Respond to emergency situations, for example, deploying life rafts, deploying man overboard equipment, using emergency towlines. (S14) |
None |
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Health, Safety and Environmental Factors
K23 K30 K31 S2 S16 S22 S25 S28 |
The security regulations and processes of challenge and identification checks for any person boarding a vessel. (K23) Own responsibilities under the organisational safety management system (SMS). (K30) Maintenance of survival equipment carried on vessels, for example, retrieval equipment. (K31) |
Support the safety of those on board, for example, passengers, technicians and other crew. (S2) Create a safe means to board and disembark from a vessel. (S16) Maintain lifesaving appliances (LSA) and firefighting equipment (FFE) (S22) Complete security checks for persons boarding a vessel (S25) Follow safe working practices under the organisational safety management system (SMS) (S28) |
None |
| KSBS GROUPED BY THEME | Knowledge | Skills | Behaviour |
|---|---|---|---|
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Contribute to vessel operations
K2 K3 K5 K6 K7 K8 K9 K12 K13 K18 K19 K21 K24 K37 K39 S7 S8 S9 S10 S12 S18 S19 S32 B2 B3 |
Procedures when providing support to diving operations. (K2) The principles of salvage work. (K3) Anchor handling methods. (K5) The different ways in which vessels contribute to construction work at sea. (K6) Transfer of personnel and equipment: ship to ship, ship to shore, use of vessels, crew responsibilities. (K7) Ship manoeuvring: steering systems and their functions, avoiding and navigating locks, docks and bridges. (K8) Guard and survey duty procedures. (K9) Setting up and recovery of a towline, including all components (wire, shackles, swivel, delta plate, stretcher, bridles). (K12) The Minimum Breaking Load that applies to a towing set. (K13) Hygiene procedures for the safe preparation of meals on board. (K18) Statutory and industry regulations for safe working on board a vessel, for example, The Workboat Code, International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea. (K19) The basic stability of a vessel and the factors which may affect it, for example, distribution of cargo and fuel. (K21) Information technology and digital systems for example computer based recording systems and navigation equipment. GDPR and cyber security regulations. (K24) Loading and unloading cargo and equipment using a deck crane. (K37) Principles of team working. (K39) |
Steer a vessel in different marine environments, for example, maintain and alter course when required to do so, taking into account local environment and conditions. (S7) Manoeuvre a vessel to enable recovery of "man overboard" and the safe boarding of emergency services and authorities. (S8) Load and unload cargo and equipment using deck cranes, for example, the correct slinging of loads, use of international signalling methods and correct stowage of dangerous goods. (S9) Anchor a vessel. (S10) Perform deck operations as appropriate to the vessel type, and on board equipment, for example, plough dredging, survey activities, setting up a tow, recovery of towline in adverse weather conditions, transfer of personnel and equipment. (S12) Prepare food on board. (S18) Use information and digital technology. Comply with GDPR and cyber security regulations. (S19) Apply team working principles (S32) |
Flexible in dealing with new and changing situations. (B2) Team-focus to meet work goals. (B3) |
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Contribute to maintaining a safe navigational watch
K25 K26 K28 K41 S20 |
Paper chart work and tidal navigation techniques. (K25) Radar use for position monitoring and collision avoidance techniques. (K26) Principles and use of weather forecast and general terms. (K28) Capabilities techniques for keeping a safe navigational watch. (K41) |
Keep a safe navigational watch (S20) |
None |
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Maintain steelwork and equipment on board a vessel
K20 K22 S3 S13 S15 |
The impact of external forces on a vessel such as sea state, swell and wind. (K20) Maintenance techniques for vessel equipment. (K22) |
Maintain a vessel's weather and watertight integrity and take necessary action if breached. (S3) Contribute to maintaining vessel equipment including main engines, pumps, emergency equipment and winches (S13) Undertake running and emergency repairs. (S15) |
None |
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Maintain personal health, safety, and environmental standards on board a vessel
K10 K32 K34 K36 S17 S24 S30 B4 B5 B6 |
How vessels support aquaculture. (K10) Principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in the workplace. Unconscious bias. (K32) The signs of fatigue in themselves and others and how to recognise them. (K34) Environmental and sustainability regulations and guidance. Environmental hazards that can arise from small commercial vessel operations. (K36) |
Recognise and respond to the signs of fatigue in self and others. (S17) Apply equity, diversity and inclusion policies. (S24) Follow procedures in line with environmental and sustainability regulations, standards, and guidance. Segregate resources for reuse, recycling and disposal. (S30) |
Consideration and respectful of others, including, those who need to sleep whilst others are awake. (B4) Actively protects the marine environment from pollution (B5) Act ethically (B6) |
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Take emergency action on board a vessel
K16 K33 S5 |
Operation of survival equipment carried on vessels, for example, retrieval equipment. (K16) Emergency first aid techniques and procedures. (K33) |
Administer emergency first aid. (S5) |
None |
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| Version | Change detail | Earliest start date | Latest start date | Latest end date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | Occupational standard, end-point assessment plan and funding band revised | 27/11/2023 | Not set | Not set |
| 1.0 | Approved for delivery | 07/08/2018 | 26/11/2023 | Not set |
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