Assessor Resource

TLIE4025A
Prepare and process transport documentation for dangerous goods

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


This unit applies to those working in the heavy recovery industry. It does not include salvage operations.

This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to prepare and process transport documentation relating to dangerous goods.

Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements are applicable to this 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.

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, the Range Statement and the Assessment section in Section B of the accreditation submission.

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

Assessors should ensure that candidates can demonstrate the knowledge and skills to:

accurately prepare current dangerous goods documentation

identify the regulatory requirements for completing dangerous goods documentation

process dangerous goods documentation according to workplace procedures

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure access to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment to meet the performance criteria

applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals pertaining to dangerous goods documentation

current industry-standard dangerous goods documentation

Method of assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended

In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed

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.

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

Required knowledge:

Workplace procedures pertaining to preparing and processing dangerous goods documentation

Appropriate regulatory requirements pertaining to preparing and processing dangerous goods documentation

Relevant sources of information when preparing and processing dangerous goods documentation

Relevant procedures and duty of care requirements relating to preparing and processing dangerous goods documentation

Relevant OH&S responsibilities relating to preparing and processing dangerous goods documentation

Workplace requirements relating to format, style, structure and timeframe

Protocols and procedures for preparing and processing dangerous goods documentation

Typical problems in processing workplace documentation, and appropriate action and solutions

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when completing and processing dangerous goods documentation

Read, interpret and organise information needed for the completion and processing of dangerous goods documentation

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work in processing dangerous goods documentation

Complete dangerous goods documentation accurately

Write and/or enter information into computer-based documentation systems

Work collaboratively with others when preparing and processing workplace documentation

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

Promptly report and rectify within limits of own role identified problems that may arise when preparing and processing dangerous goods documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

RANGE STATEMENT

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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.

Processing workplace documentation will be that involved in routine work functions and may occur by day or night and in a variety of work contexts, including:

in a vehicle on the road

at a client’s workplace

in a workplace, refinery or depot

in confined spaces, exposed conditions and controlled or open environments

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

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

regulatory requirements

Documentation and records include:

transport regulations as they apply to the enterprise, including local authority regulations and procedures

workplace policies and procedures

relevant Australian standards and certification requirements

relevant internal data entry books, including log books, data sheets and load sheets

transport emergency response plan (TERP)

Applicable legislative procedures and codes include:

Australian code for the transport of dangerous goods by road or rail: the current Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code

relevant state and territory:

roads and traffic authority driving regulations and licence or permit requirements pertaining to operating heavy vehicles on unsealed roads

road rules

OH&S legislation

fatigue management regulations

environmental protection legislation and regulations

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
Reasons and requirements for reporting and recording are identified 
Statutory documentation for dangerous goods is used in accordance with regulatory and organisational procedures 
Information is collected and checked with a range of personnel to confirm its accuracy, relevance and status 
Need for additional information is established 
Conclusions drawn and actions taken are checked to ensure that they match the information available 
Information is recorded and reported in the required format, style, structure and timeframe 
Documentation is checked to ensure its compliance with regulatory requirements 
Order request information is analysed to identify work requirements to fill order 
Products are noted and site locations are identified 
Required schedules for order movement are identified 
Documentation is completed in accordance with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements 
Order is checked against schedule and order form 
Records are completed and appropriate documentation is attached in accordance with organisational procedures and regulatory requirements 
Correct form for the purpose is identified 
Information for completion of the form is collected 
Relevant sections of the form are completed 
Other sections of the form to be completed by relevant persons are organised 
Supporting documentation or information is gathered 
Signatory requirements are determined and completed 
Documentation is submitted to relevant persons 
Documentation is adjusted, in response to feedback and comments received 
Documentation is copied and stored in accordance with regulatory and organisational procedures 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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