Assessor Resource

RIIHAN401A
Organise and monitor wharf/terminal operations

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit is appropriate for those working in a supervisory role or as a technical specialist, at worksites within:

Metalliferous mining

This unit covers organising and monitoring wharf/terminal operations in the resources and infrastructure industry. It includes organising equipment, machinery and personnel; identifying, assessing and managing potential risks; monitoring work performance and progress; monitoring status of pending work; solving problems and making decisions; completing the shift and preparing for the next shift. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements that apply to this unit can vary between states, territories, and industry sectors. Relevant information must be sourced prior to application of the unit.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)

Prerequisites

Not applicable.


Co-Requisites

Not applicable.


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for organising and monitoring wharf/terminal operations

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of organising and monitoring wharf/terminal operations

working with others to organise and monitor wharf/terminal operations

evidence of the consistent successful organising and monitoring wharf/terminal operations

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment should sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes

consistent achievement of required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to organise and monitor wharf/terminal operations

provision of clear and timely instruction and supervision by the individual or those involved in the conduct of organising and monitoring wharf/terminal operations

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to organise and monitor wharf/terminal operations:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for organising and monitoring wharf/terminal operations

establish plans

describe consequences

complete tasks

identify improvements

apply safety precautions relevant to the task

assess operational capability of equipment used and work processes selected

take account of work environment when planning and coordinating work

use leadership skills to ensure a safe and efficient work area is maintained

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following as required to organise and monitor wharf/terminal operations:

site layout

focus of operation of work systems, equipment, management and site operating systems

impact of job on enterprise and individual performance

application of relevant industrial requirements

relevant bond, quarantine or other legislative requirements

identification and correct use of equipment, processes and procedures used within context of the job

modifying activities dependent on differing workplace contexts, risk situations and environments

estimation of size, shape and special requirements of loads

identification of container and goods coding, IMDG markings and, where applicable, emergency information panels

identification of protective clothing and safety precautions appropriate to the task

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Compliance documentation may include:

legislative, organisation and site requirements, including:

relevant OHS

workplace relations

workers compensation

water and road use and license arrangements

relevant license, patent or copyright arrangements

relevant dangerous goods and air freight regulations

export/import/quarantine/bond requirements

marine orders

environmental protection legislation

emergency procedures

relevant Australian and International Explosives Codes

relevant certification requirements

procedures, including:

hazard policies and procedures included code of practice

issue resolution procedures

job procedures and work instructions

relevant guidelines relating to the use of machinery and equipment capability and limitation tagging of unserviceable or damaged items

quality procedures (where existing)

security procedures

follow enterprise housekeeping processes

waste, pollution and recycling management processes

action taken promptly, accidents and incidents reported in accordance with statutory requirements and enterprise procedures

recognise and adapts appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including models of behaviour and interactions among staff and others

work completed systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods, equipment or personnel

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

relevant Australian and international regulations and code of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances, including:

relevant Australian and International Dangerous Goods Codes,

relevant Australian Marine Orders and the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code

relevant IATA's 'Dangerous Goods by Air' regulations

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity 
Organise equipment, machinery and personnel to facilitate the safe and efficient loading and unloading of the ship 
Maintain liaison with supervisors to ensure the availability of adequate resources 
Identify, address and report potential risks and hazards 
Remove potential risks to safe and efficient operations from the work area or make other arrangements to ensure conditions for safe work 
Advise supervisors of potential risks and maintain liaison until the risk has been removed 
Monitor work performance and progress to ensure work is performed in accordance with established guidelines and procedures and that safe work practices are maintained 
Monitor and refine methods and procedures of work in consultation with supervisors and operational personnel 
Monitor work performance rates with delays minimised to ensure work program objectives are met 
Monitor work practices to ensure compliance 
Monitor environmental conditions to ensure safe working conditions are maintained 
Monitor the status of pending work, in order of priorities, taking into account the needs of the ship and the wharf/terminal 
Solve problems and make decisions to ensure optimum efficiency of operations 
Resolve complaints and grievances where possible, at the point of work 
Complete shift ensuring that a report summarising the shift is compiled and the oncoming relief is informed of necessary details for the safe and efficient operation of the next shift 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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