Assessor Resource

TLID2004
Load and unload goods/cargo

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to load and unload goods and cargo in accordance with relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority regulations/permit requirements.

It includes loading and unloading goods and cargo, securing and protecting a load and completing all required documentation.

Work is performed under general supervision within a team environment.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

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


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.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Load and unload goods/cargo

1.1

Load characteristics are identified and taken into account when determining appropriate loading and unloading workplace procedures

1.2

Job hazards are identified and required action is taken to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards

1.3

Dangerous or hazardous goods are identified and handled in accordance with the current Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code and other relevant regulations/permit requirements

1.4

Load is packed/unpacked to make safe and effective use of available spaces

1.5

Goods/cargo are loaded in accordance with relevant mass and loading regulations and workplace procedures

1.6

Lifting aids and appliances are selected and used to aid loading procedures in accordance with workplace procedures and safety legislation

1.7

Unloading activities are conducted in a safe and efficient manner taking into account suitable locations, stowage, safe use of equipment and balance of remaining load

1.8

Goods requiring special handling and/or documentation are identified and workplace procedures are followed

1.9

Relocated material is restacked appropriate for transport method, safe height, weight loading, size and crushability of goods

2

Secure and protect load

2.1

Load distribution is checked to ensure it is even, legal and within safe working capacity

2.2

Load is checked to ensure dangerous goods and hazardous substances are appropriately segregated in accordance with current ADG Code

2.3

Load is secured using correct load restraint and protection equipment for different loads, carrying and storage conditions

2.4

Load is protected in accordance with legal and workplace safety requirements

3

Complete documentation

3.1

Load is inspected and checked for security to travel, in accordance with relevant regulations/permit requirements and current ADG Code, as required

3.2

All required goods documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements including current ADG Code, as required

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

applying required action to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards

completing relevant documentation

estimating load size, shape and special requirements and taking appropriate action

identifying containers and goods coding, Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) and International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code markings and emergency information panels, and taking appropriate action

implementing contingency plans

interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work

modifying activities depending on operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

monitoring work activities in terms of planned schedule

operating and adapting to differences in cargo and equipment in accordance with operating procedures

reporting and/or rectifying identified problems promptly, in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

reading and interpreting relevant instructions, procedures, information, signs and labels

applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures

selecting and using required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and work health safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) standards

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

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

chain of responsibility workplace procedures

housekeeping workplace procedures

national load restraint guidelines

problems that may arise when loading and unloading goods and cargo and actions that should be taken to prevent or solve these problems

relevant Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for handling and transporting dangerous goods and hazardous substances

relevant Australian Standards and regulations including state/territory mass and loading regulations

risks when loading and unloading goods/cargo and related precautions to control risk

safe work methods for securing load

security awareness requirements when loading and unloading vehicles and in particular recognising, isolating and reporting suspicious cargo and goods

site layout and obstacles

WHS/OHS procedures and guidelines concerning the lifting and movement of loads

workplace procedures and policies for loading and unloading goods/cargo.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, national Load Restraint Guide (LRG), codes of practice and operation manuals

relevant materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry.

Submission Requirements

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Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Load and unload goods/cargo

1.1

Load characteristics are identified and taken into account when determining appropriate loading and unloading workplace procedures

1.2

Job hazards are identified and required action is taken to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards

1.3

Dangerous or hazardous goods are identified and handled in accordance with the current Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code and other relevant regulations/permit requirements

1.4

Load is packed/unpacked to make safe and effective use of available spaces

1.5

Goods/cargo are loaded in accordance with relevant mass and loading regulations and workplace procedures

1.6

Lifting aids and appliances are selected and used to aid loading procedures in accordance with workplace procedures and safety legislation

1.7

Unloading activities are conducted in a safe and efficient manner taking into account suitable locations, stowage, safe use of equipment and balance of remaining load

1.8

Goods requiring special handling and/or documentation are identified and workplace procedures are followed

1.9

Relocated material is restacked appropriate for transport method, safe height, weight loading, size and crushability of goods

2

Secure and protect load

2.1

Load distribution is checked to ensure it is even, legal and within safe working capacity

2.2

Load is checked to ensure dangerous goods and hazardous substances are appropriately segregated in accordance with current ADG Code

2.3

Load is secured using correct load restraint and protection equipment for different loads, carrying and storage conditions

2.4

Load is protected in accordance with legal and workplace safety requirements

3

Complete documentation

3.1

Load is inspected and checked for security to travel, in accordance with relevant regulations/permit requirements and current ADG Code, as required

3.2

All required goods documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements including current ADG Code, as required

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions can be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

applying required action to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards

completing relevant documentation

estimating load size, shape and special requirements and taking appropriate action

identifying containers and goods coding, Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) and International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code markings and emergency information panels, and taking appropriate action

implementing contingency plans

interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work

modifying activities depending on operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

monitoring work activities in terms of planned schedule

operating and adapting to differences in cargo and equipment in accordance with operating procedures

reporting and/or rectifying identified problems promptly, in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

reading and interpreting relevant instructions, procedures, information, signs and labels

applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures

selecting and using required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and work health safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) standards

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

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

chain of responsibility workplace procedures

housekeeping workplace procedures

national load restraint guidelines

problems that may arise when loading and unloading goods and cargo and actions that should be taken to prevent or solve these problems

relevant Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for handling and transporting dangerous goods and hazardous substances

relevant Australian Standards and regulations including state/territory mass and loading regulations

risks when loading and unloading goods/cargo and related precautions to control risk

safe work methods for securing load

security awareness requirements when loading and unloading vehicles and in particular recognising, isolating and reporting suspicious cargo and goods

site layout and obstacles

WHS/OHS procedures and guidelines concerning the lifting and movement of loads

workplace procedures and policies for loading and unloading goods/cargo.

As a minimum, assessors must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

As a minimum, assessment must satisfy applicable regulatory requirements, which include requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations where it is appropriate to do so; where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that replicate workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, national Load Restraint Guide (LRG), codes of practice and operation manuals

relevant materials, tools, equipment and personal protective equipment currently used in industry.

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
Load characteristics are identified and taken into account when determining appropriate loading and unloading workplace procedures 
Job hazards are identified and required action is taken to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards 
Dangerous or hazardous goods are identified and handled in accordance with the current Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code and other relevant regulations/permit requirements 
Load is packed/unpacked to make safe and effective use of available spaces 
Goods/cargo are loaded in accordance with relevant mass and loading regulations and workplace procedures 
Lifting aids and appliances are selected and used to aid loading procedures in accordance with workplace procedures and safety legislation 
Unloading activities are conducted in a safe and efficient manner taking into account suitable locations, stowage, safe use of equipment and balance of remaining load 
Goods requiring special handling and/or documentation are identified and workplace procedures are followed 
Relocated material is restacked appropriate for transport method, safe height, weight loading, size and crushability of goods 
Load distribution is checked to ensure it is even, legal and within safe working capacity 
Load is checked to ensure dangerous goods and hazardous substances are appropriately segregated in accordance with current ADG Code 
Load is secured using correct load restraint and protection equipment for different loads, carrying and storage conditions 
Load is protected in accordance with legal and workplace safety requirements 
Load is inspected and checked for security to travel, in accordance with relevant regulations/permit requirements and current ADG Code, as required 
All required goods documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements including current ADG Code, as required 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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