Domain - Sea Survival and Sea Safety

Domain - Sea Survival and Sea Safety

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Level 1

Maintain personal boating safety in recreational craft by day in sight of land
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4 This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 26542. This unit standard replaced unit standard 4136.

6915 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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People credited with this unit are able to: identify components of the boat, its equipment, and their function and method of operation, and maintain the safety of the craft and its personnel.

Standard-setting body:

Te P?kenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Level 2

Identify common parts, fittings, and equipment on a vessel

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Version 6

12306 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit is intended for people working at an entry-level in the industry or persons wishing to enter the industry at an entry-level. People credited with this unit standard are able to identify common parts and operational areas of a vessel, and identify fittings and equipment commonly used on a vessel.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of sea safety equipment and procedures and assist the master in emergency situations at sea

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Version 3

26236 Unit Standard 6 Credits

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This unit is intended for people working at an entry level in the industry or persons wishing to enter the industry at an entry level. People credited with this unit standard are able to: demonstrate knowledge of maritime distress signals and how to respond to them; demonstrate knowledge of emergency equipment and the correct actions to assist the master in emergencies; don a lifejacket, launch lifesaving apparatus, assist passengers and crew and enter the water safely; demonstrate knowledge of life saving appliance care and maintenance; and assist the master in emergency situations.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate basic knowledge of the operation of pleasure craft by day

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Version 3

26542 Unit Standard 6 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for pleasure craft operators and covers knowledge required to operate a pleasure craft in familiar waters by day at an introductory level. People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of: the components of a boat, its equipment, function, and operation; basic boat handling techniques; use of navigational charts and Global Positioning Systems (GPS); the compass; basic terminology associated with tides and weather; navigational marks; Maritime Rules and Regulations; and maritime emergency situations. They are also able to demonstrate practical competence in knot tying.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Apply knowledge of basic survival skills for boating

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Version 3

29570 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for all people engaged in recreational boating. People credited with this unit standard are able to: explain the common causes of boating fatalities in New Zealand and ways to minimise them; demonstrate knowledge of the effects of cold on the body and ways to manage them; demonstrate knowledge of personal flotation devices and buoyancy aids; demonstrate and apply knowledge of basic distress signalling equipment; describe factors which may upset boat stability; and, demonstrate survival skills in the water.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Apply first aid at sea
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 5

4134 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for persons studying towards a qualification in vessel operation or crewing with the intention of applying for a Maritime New Zealand license. People credited with this unit standard are able to: apply immediate first aid treatment; apply first aid for life threatening conditions; and coordinate rescue and transport requirements for patients on board a vessel.

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Verify functionality and availability of safety equipment on a vessel

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Version 5

4137 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit is intended for people working at an entry level in the industry or persons wishing to enter the industry at an entry level. People credited with this unit standard are able to check and confirm the functionality of safety equipment; and confirm availability of safety equipment on a vessel.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Level 3

Provide assistance to passengers with specific needs, and support seasick passengers and crew on a vessel

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Version 5

12307 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit is intended for persons working at an entry-level in the industry or persons wishing to enter the industry at an entry-level. People credited with this unit standard are able to provide assistance to passengers with specific needs; and provide support for seasick passengers and crew on a vessel.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of fire prevention and limitation, and extinguish small fires on board a vessel

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Version 6

12310 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit is intended for people who require basic marine firefighting skills to work on vessels not covered by the requirements of STCW 2010. People credited with this unit standard are able to: explain the principles of the fire triangle and describe the common causes, dangers, and preventative measures of fire on board a vessel; extinguish small fires on a vessel; describe actions required to manage the outbreak and spread of fire on board a vessel; and describe the use, maintenance, and location of firefighting equipment for a coastal or inshore limits vessel.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate passenger management procedures during a maritime emergency onboard a passenger vessel
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4 This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 29225.

15028 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: evaluate a maritime emergency; assist passengers onboard a vessel in the event of a maritime emergency; and demonstrate knowledge of non-verbal communications that may be required in a maritime emergency.

Standard-setting body:

Te P?kenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Demonstrate knowledge of the safe operation of small craft in sight of land

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Version 3

26541 Unit Standard 16 Credits

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This unit standard is intended primarily for operators of small craft. People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate knowledge of: the Maritime Transport Act and Maritime Rules; navigational marks; lifesaving and safety equipment; potential causes of fire on board vessels, fire prevention techniques, and fire extinguishers; international distress signals; the magnetic compass; tidal heights, streams, and use of tide tables; small boat handling; weather; pressure systems, forecasting, and data recording; boating accidents, how to avoid accidents, and action to be taken in the event of an accident; search and rescue operations; and ropes and rope work. They are also able to demonstrate and apply knowledge of chartwork and publications, and practical competence in knot tying.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Assist passengers to STCW requirements during a maritime emergency evacuation

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Version 2 This unit standard replaced unit standard 15028.

29225 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for crew on board passenger vessels responsible for assisting passengers in the event of an emergency. People credited with this unit standard are able to: demonstrate knowledge of the evacuation plans and muster stations on board a vessel; assist passengers to evacuate to muster and embarkation stations in the event of a vessel emergency, and describe methods to assist the evacuation of passengers with specific needs; demonstrate and apply knowledge of procedures to be followed at muster stations in the event of a vessel emergency; and communicate clearly to assist passengers in a vessel emergency, and demonstrate knowledge of evacuation communication methods.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of vessel operating procedures to prevent harm to people and the environment in normal operations

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Version 2

29719 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for persons studying towards a qualification in vessel operation or crewing with the intention of applying for a Maritime New Zealand licence. People credited with this unit standard are able to: identify and describe legislative requirements designed to protect passengers, crew, and the environment during normal vessel operations; identify hazards and risks on board a vessel and describe control measures for those risks; and demonstrate knowledge of procedures used to maintain the safety of crew, passengers, and the environment during cleaning and refuelling operations.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate knowledge of hazards, distress signalling systems, and emergency procedures on a vessel

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Version 2

29720 Unit Standard 8 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for persons studying towards a qualification in vessel operation or crewing with the intention of applying for a Maritime New Zealand licence. People credited with this unit standard are able to: demonstrate knowledge of environmental hazards and precautions to be taken by deck crew to minimise the impact of these hazards; demonstrate knowledge and use of distress signalling systems; and demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures for the vessel.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 13 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Extinguish fire on board a vessel safely

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Version 6

4138 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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This unit is intended for people who require advanced marine firefighting skills to work on vessels not covered by the requirements of STCW-2010. People credited with this unit standard are able to: select, don, and use protective clothing and life support equipment on board a vessel; identify hazards and manage risks which may impact on the firefighting operation; and extinguish a fire on board a vessel.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Maintain on board fire fighting equipment and carry out fire safety planning
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4

4139 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to inspect and monitor the condition of the ship''s fire fighting equipment, and identify on board fire hazards and participate in pre-incident planning.

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Conduct sea survival operations
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Version 4

4143 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: prepare survival craft for launch; respond to abandon vessel orders; and implement sea survival procedures.

Standard-setting body:

Te P?kenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Respond to and signal distress
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4

4144 Unit Standard 2 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: describe the legal obligations on receiving a maritime distress signal, and respond to a maritime distress signal; and select and use signalling equipment in a maritime distress scenario.

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Control recreational craft by day in sight of land
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4 This unit standard has been replaced by unit standard 26541.

6914 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: operate a recreational craft by day; respond to emergency and distress; and retrieve a person overboard. This unit standard is intended for use by recreational craft operators whose control of a recreational craft is limited to daylight hours.

Standard-setting body:

Te P?kenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Level 4

Demonstrate knowledge of abandon ship procedures and sea survival techniques

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Version 6

12309 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for people studying towards a qualification in vessel operation or crewing with the intention of applying for a Maritime New Zealand license. People credited with this unit standard are able to: describe the prevention, symptoms and treatment of cold shock and hypothermia; demonstrate knowledge of muster and emergency stations, muster lists, signals, and sea survival equipment; demonstrate sea survival techniques using a lifejacket and life-raft; demonstrate knowledge of the equipment contained in a life-raft and preparations for rescue; and demonstrate knowledge of emergency radio distress calling procedures.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Demonstrate personal and social responsibilities on vessels to STCW-Basic requirements

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Version 2

29218 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for people requiring training and assessment in personal and social responsibilities to International Maritime Organisation STCW-Basic requirements. People credited with this unit standard are able to: describe compliance with emergency procedures on a commercial vessel to STCW-Basic requirements; describe and apply precautions to prevent pollution of the marine environment; demonstrate and apply knowledge of safe working practices on vessels; demonstrate knowledge of New Zealand health and safety legislation relevant to maritime operations; demonstrate knowledge of the Seafarer Certificate and Operational Limits Framework (SeaCert); describe and maintain effective communications; describe and maintain human relationships on board vessels; and describe and take necessary actions to control fatigue on board vessels.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Survive at sea to STCW-Basic requirements in the event of a ship abandonment

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Version 2

29219 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for people requiring training and assessment in personal sea survival techniques to International Maritime Organisation STCW-Basic requirements. People credited with this unit standard are able to describe the sea survival equipment normally carried on vessels; demonstrate knowledge of the procedures to be followed in the event of ship abandonment; abandon ship and board a survival craft; and survive at sea in a survival craft and demonstrate knowledge of the operation of location devices.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Fight fires to STCW-Basic requirements in enclosed spaces on a vessel

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Version 2

29220 Unit Standard 4 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for people requiring training and assessment in fire-fighting techniques to International Maritime Organisation STCW-Basic requirements. People credited with this unit standard are able to: select, don, and operate protective clothing and life support equipment; identify and describe the operation of fixed fire systems; control and extinguish fires; extinguish fire in a heavily smoke-logged room wearing breathing apparatus; extinguish an oil fire; and effect a rescue from a smoke-filled compartment.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Direct firefighting operations on board a vessel according to STCW A-VI/3

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Version 2

29352 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for people employed in the maritime trade controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on board at the operational level or are training to do so. People credited with this unit standard are able to direct firefighting operations on board a vessel according to STCW A-VI/3.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Evaluate damage and implement damage control repairs on a vessel

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Version 5

4132 Unit Standard 10 Credits

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This unit standard is intended for people studying towards a qualification in vessel operation or crewing with the intention of applying for a Maritime New Zealand license. People credited with this unit standard are able to evaluate the extent and cause of damage on a vessel; and implement immediate damage control repairs on a vessel.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Respond to personal injury to crew and passengers
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4

4133 Unit Standard 12 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: stabilise patient's condition; coordinate the provision of medical assistance or first aid; apply medical treatment under direction of a medical practitioner; assist with the provision of first aid and medical treatment; monitor patient and ascertain extent of sickness and injury; and manage dying or dead persons.

Standard-setting body:

Te P?kenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Coordinate fire fighting activity
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4

4141 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able coordinate and direct personnel and resources to fire suppression activity; conduct fire fighting debriefing; and evaluate and report on fire suppression activity and procedures.

Standard-setting body:

Te P?kenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Implement abandon ship activities and sea survival procedures
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Version 4

4142 Unit Standard 3 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to plan, initiate and control abandon ship and sea survival activity; and monitor, evaluate and amend abandon ship and sea survival procedures.

Standard-setting body:

Te P?kenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Level 5

Demonstrate ability to manage crowd control during a marine emergency onboard a passenger vessel
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 3

15029 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: plan for and evaluate the maritime emergency; prepare seagoing passengers for an emergency; provide assistance to seagoing passengers in the event of an emergency; evacuate passengers under emergency conditions.

Standard-setting body:

Te P?kenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Operate and manage survival craft, rescue boats and survivors according to STCW A-VI/2-1

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29353 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is for people employed in the maritime trade controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on board at the operational level or are training to do so. People credited with this unit standard are able to operate and manage survival craft, rescue boats and survivors in accordance with STCW A-VI/2-1 competencies.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Explain and maintain vessel security and provide on-board first aid according to STCW A-V1

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Version 3

29354 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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This unit standard is for people employed in the maritime trade controlling the operation of the ship and care for persons on board at the operational level or are training to do so. People credited with this unit standard are able to explain and maintain vessel security and provide on board first aid according to STCW A-VI.

Consent & Moderation Requirements:

CMR 54 Word PDF

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Coordinate, evaluate and direct damage control functions
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4

4130 Unit Standard 8 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: determine cause, extent, and effect of damage; respond to and assess the extent of damage; and coordinate immediate repairs resulting from damage.

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Control fire suppression activity
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4

4140 Unit Standard 5 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to direct personnel and resources to fire suppression activity; conduct for fighting debriefing; and evaluate and report on fire suppression activity and procedures.

Standard-setting body:

Te P?kenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Navigate in an ocean environment
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Version 4

6912 Unit Standard 12 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: plan and amend an ocean passage plan; obtain position fix; and monitor the status of navigational equipment. People completing this unit standard will be able to navigate for extended periods out of sight of land.

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Operate a recreational craft on an offshore voyage
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4

6913 Unit Standard 10 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to: select and equip a recreational craft for its intended voyage; manoeuvre the craft on an offshore voyage; forecast anticipated meteorological conditions; and satisfy regulation requirements for an offshore voyage.

Standard-setting body:

Hanga-Aro-Rau Manufacturing, Engineering and Logistics Workforce Development Council

Level 6

Control damage control activity
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4

4131 Unit Standard 8 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to prepare pre-incident plans as a preparation mechanism for damage incidents; direct and control overall damage response activity; evaluate effectiveness of the ship's damage control techniques and activities; and debrief staff drills, simulations and incidents.

Standard-setting body:

Te P?kenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Control, conduct and respond to search and rescue operation
This standard has expired and is no longer available.

Version 4

4145 Unit Standard 6 Credits

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People credited with this unit standard are able to conduct and assist in search and rescue (SAR) operations; respond to requests for assistance; implement and coordinate SAR plans/operations; and command SAR operations.

Standard-setting body:

Te P?kenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Data as at 02 December 2024