Assessor Resource

TLIA2050A
Lash and unlash cargo and containers

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to people working in cargo and container lashing contexts in the stevedoring, transport, distribution and allied industries.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.

Work must be carried out in compliance with the relevant regulations and workplace requirements concerning cargo and container lashing and unlashing.

Work is performed under some supervision generally within a team environment.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to lash and unlash cargo and containers. It includes preparing to lash and unlash cargo and containers, implementing the container lashing plan, and completing lashing and unlashing operations.

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.

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 knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

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

The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:

working by day and night

working systematically with required attention to detail and without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

applying appropriate fatigue management techniques as required

being aware of own ability and limits to rectify irregularities or faults.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.

Resources for assessment include access to:

range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments

appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.

Method of assessment

Practical assessment must occur in an:

appropriately simulated workplace environment using full size equipment, cargo and containers and/or

appropriate range of situations in the workplace.

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:

direct observation of the candidate lashing and unlashing cargo and containers

direct observation of the candidate applying relevant OH&S requirements and work practices.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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This section describes the knowledge and skills required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Australian and international standards, codes and regulations relevant to securing, handling and transporting cargo and containers including:

Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code

International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code

IATA Dangerous Goods by Air regulations

Australian and International Explosives Codes

Marine Orders

Cargo and container marking and numbering systems

Fatigue management techniques

Focus of operation of work systems, equipment, management and site operating systems for lashing and unlashing cargo and containers

Problems that may occur when lashing and unlashing cargo and containers, and appropriate action that can be taken to resolve them

Relevant regulations and legislation:

export/import/quarantine/bond requirements

Marine Orders

relevant Australian standards and certification requirements

workplace relations regulations

workers compensation regulations

Relevant occupational health and safety (OH&S) and environmental procedures and regulations

Relevant workplace procedures and policies relating to lashing and unlashing cargo and containers

Required skills:

Apply precautions and required action to eliminate, minimise or control hazards

Communicate effectively with others when lashing and unlashing cargo and containers

Identify cargo, containers and goods, coding (ADG and IMDG), markings and where applicable, emergency information panels

Identify, select and use relevant equipment, processes and procedures when lashing and unlashing cargo and containers

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Operate and adapt to differences in cargo and container lashing and unlashing equipment according to standard operating procedures

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and labels relevant to lashing and unlashing cargo and containers

Receive, acknowledge and send messages with available communications equipment

Respond appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Select and use required:

personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

work cage and/or WAH personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

Work collaboratively with others when lashing and unlashing cargo and containers

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Work area may include:

At height

Controlled or open environments

Exposed conditions

In a workbox or work cage

Limited or restricted spaces

Information and documentation may include:

Award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements

Container lashing and unlashing plan

Dangerous goods declarations and safety data sheets (SDS)/material safety data sheets

Emergency procedures

Equipment manufacturer specifications

Goods identification numbers and codes

Manifests, bar codes, container identification/serial number

Operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation

Quality assurance procedures

Relevant Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for:

lashing and unlashing cargo and containers

handling and transporting dangerous goods and hazardous chemicals/substances

Relevant Australian standards and certification requirements

Supplier and/or client instructions

Workplace procedures and policies

Personal protective equipment may include:

Fall arrest safety harness

Gloves

High visibility clothing

Protective clothing

Safety glasses

Safety headwear and footwear

Lashing equipment may include:

Chains

Chocks

Fibre ropes

Lashing bars

Racks

Twistlocks

Turnbuckles

Webbing straps and ratchets

Wire ropes

Cargo and containers may include:

Dangerous goods

Freight

Goods with special requirements

Temperature controlled goods

Hazardous situations may include:

Chemicals

Dangerous or hazardous substances

Falling objects

Incorrect manual handling

Movements of personnel, equipment, goods and materials

Working at height

Appropriate and effective communication may include:

Oral, aural, hand signals or signed communications

Phone

Radio

Lashing and unlashing cargo and containers must include:

Identifying lashing points

Using appropriate fittings and lashing equipment for each lashing point

Securing cargo to lashing points ensuring correct spread of lashings and that lashings are secured, attached and tensioned

Securely fastening tensioners

Maintaining tight stow of cargo

Releasing fittings, and disconnecting and removing them from cargo

Persons in work area may include:

Contractors

Non English speaking ship crew

Official representatives

Site visitors

Workplace personnel

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
Work area and safety zones are prepared and maintained according to national standards, safety codes and site operating procedures 
Work area hazards are identified and corrective action is taken prior to commencing lashing and unlashing operations 
Relevant information and documentation are identified and accessed 
Appropriate personal protective equipment, lashing equipment and fittings are selected 
Work cage and/or working at height (WAH) requirements are identified and appropriate WAH equipment is selected 
Marks, numbers and/or codes are used to identify cargo and containers 
Cargo is sorted and stacked in correct location according to national standards, safety codes and site operating procedures 
Containers are stowed according to stowage plan, and reefer containers are identified and connected according to ship procedures, national standards and safety codes 
Damaged cargo and containers are identified, reported and dealt with according to site operating procedures 
Potential unsafe work practices and/or equipment are reported to appropriate personnel 
Cargo or container lashing and unlashing plan is accessed and read, and potential issues are clarified with supervisor 
Procedures for managing and controlling hazardous situations when carrying out work activities are implemented 
Safety procedures and safety zones are implemented when working with mobile equipment and cranes according to national standards, safety codes and site operating procedures 
Work is conducted according to industry standards, statutory requirements, safety codes, site operating requirements, cargo and container requirements 
Work cage and/or WAH is completed according to national standards, safety codes and site procedures 
Appropriate and effective communication is maintained in work area 
Cargo and container are lashed and unlashed according to site procedures, and cargo and containers are lashed and unlashed according to lashing and unlashing plan 
Correct manual handling techniques are used when lashing and unlashing cargo and containers 
Identified problems, faults and malfunctions are promptly reported and/or rectified according to regulatory requirements and workplace procedures 
Contingency plans are implemented as required 
Cargo and container are covered and uncovered safely ensuring appropriate covering and lashing, no injury to persons in work area or damage to cargo, container and equipment 
Lashing equipment and tools are cleared from work area and placed in designated storage areas 
All safety equipment and radios are returned to designated area 
Relevant documentation is completed and filed according to site operating procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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