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 competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

Context of and specific resources for assessment

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

Resources for assessment include:

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

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

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

relevant and appropriate materials and/or equipment, and/or

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

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through appropriately simulated activities at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Australian and international codes and regulations relevant to the transfer of cargo/freight including the Australian and International Dangerous Goods Codes

Relevant OH&S and environmental protection procedures and guidelines

Workplace procedures and policies for the transfer of cargo and freight

Focus of operation of work systems, equipment, management and site operating systems for the transfer of cargo and freight

Problems that may occur when transferring cargo/freight and appropriate action that can be taken to resolve the problems

Relevant handling and safety codes

Types of equipment used to transfer loads in terminals/wharves, their applications and procedures and precautions for their use

Requirements for Safe Working Load (SWL) and Working Load Limit (WLL) of load shifting equipment

The marking and numbering systems for cargo

Relevant bond, quarantine or other legislative requirements

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when transferring cargo and freight

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the transfer of cargo and freight

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work when transferring cargo and freight

Complete documentation related to work activities when transferring cargo and freight

Receive, acknowledge and send messages with communications equipment whilst operating load transfer equipment

Work collaboratively with otherswhen transferring cargo and freight

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

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems, faults or malfunctions when transferring cargo and freight in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unplanned events that may occur when transferring cargo and freight

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

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

Apply fatigue management knowledge and techniques

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

Operate and adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

Monitor performance of load transfer equipment

Conduct checks on equipment used when transferring cargo and freight in terms of service schedule and standard operating procedures

Identify, select and use relevant equipment, processes and procedures when transferring cargo and freight

Estimate the size, shape and special requirements of loads

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 may be conducted in:

a range of work environments

by day or night

Customers may be:

internal or external

Workplaces may comprise:

large, medium or small worksites

Work may be conducted in:

limited or restricted spaces

exposed conditions

controlled or open environments

Cargo/freight may include:

goods with specialist requirements, including temperature controlled goods and dangerous goods

Equipment may include:

appropriate load shifting equipment normally in use at a terminal or wharf (but does not include gantry equipment, boom cranes, dozers or specialised load shifting equipment which are covered by separate competency units)

Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:

chemicals

dangerous or hazardous substances

movements of equipment, goods, materials and vehicular traffic

Personal protective equipment may include:

gloves

safety headwear and footwear

safety glasses

two-way radios

protective clothing

high visibility clothing

Communication in the work area may include:

phone

fax

email

electronic data transfer (EDI)

RF systems

radio

oral, aural or signed communications

Personnel in work area may include:

workplace personnel

site visitors

contractors

official representatives

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Information/documents may include:

goods identification numbers and codes

manifests, bar codes, and container identification/serial number

Australian and international codes of practice and regulations relevant to the transfer of cargo

Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances

operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation

manufacturers specifications for equipment

workplace procedures and policies

supplier and/or client instructions

dangerous goods declarations and material safety data sheets (where applicable)

award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements

relevant Australian standards and certification requirements

quality assurance procedures

emergency procedures

Applicable regulations and legislation may include:

relevant codes and regulations for the transfer of cargo/freight

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

Australian and International Dangerous Goods Codes

Australian Marine Orders and the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code

IATA Dangerous Goods by Air regulations

Australian and International Explosives Codes

licence, patent or copyright arrangements

water and road use and licence arrangements

export/import/quarantine/bond requirements

marine orders

relevant state/territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation

workplace relations regulations

workers compensation regulations