TLILIC3013A - Preparation to transport dangerous goods by road
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TLILIC3013A Preparation to transport dangerous goods by road
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Version 1.0 Issue Date: April 2024
The unit covers preparing to comply with regulatory requirements and does not address all the skills and knowledge for the transportation of dangerous goods. Upon achieving this unit and obtaining a licence, further industry specific training will be required to satisfy legislative requirements for the transportation of dangerous goods.
Licensing/Legislative Requirements
The primary legislative requirements applicable to this unit of competency are state/territory legislation in relation to the transport of dangerous goods, the current version of the Australian code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (ADG Code), relevant Australian Standards (AS) and relevant Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) legislation including licensing and assessment requirements.
Obtaining this competency is a necessary requirement for obtaining a Dangerous Goods Driver Licence. However, it is only one of several criteria for obtaining the licence. Registered training organisations must advise each prospective student that there are a number of non-competency related requirements that must be satisfied to meet the licensing requirements. Depending on the jurisdiction these may include: age limits; relevant and valid driver licence; suitable driver traffic history; satisfactory medical report; criminal history or suitable person check; English standard - Score 5 in International English Language Testing System (IELTS).
It is a licensing requirement that this course be conducted over two or more training days including a minimum of 16 hours of supervised training and assessment.
This unit addresses the skills and knowledge requirements for a driver to obtain a licence for the transport of dangerous goods by road.
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Prerequisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills.
Evidence Required
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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 following:
identify UN classes, UN division, packing group, class and subsidiary risk labels for dangerous goods
compliance with ADG and relevant dangerous goods legislation
determine proper shipping names for UN numbers
identify the level of risk within particular dangerous goods classes/divisions
identify other persons, organisations, systems involved in the transport of dangerous goods by road
identify the required information on a transport document for the transport of dangerous goods
identify emergency information document and its storage location
apply segregation methods to incompatible dangerous goods
demonstrate the ability to appropriately placard dangerous goods vehicles
identify required information on an emergency information panel
assess operational suitability of equipment and vehicles pertinent to dangerous goods transportation
locate, interpret and apply relevant information
select appropriate equipment and work systems to enable safe, efficient work
identify hazards and plan work to minimise risks when transporting dangerous goods
determine (if any) required permits
use appropriate communication strategies and equipment
maintain workplace records and documentation including completing dangerous goods declarations
identify and safely handle equipment and goods
apply hierarchy of hazard control
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation:
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate oral and/or written questioning
Appropriate practical assessment must occur at the registered training organisation, and/or in an appropriate work situation or realistic simulated work environment
Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory requirements and correspond with the current version of the ADG Code and relevant Australian Standards in relation to the transport of dangerous goods by road
Method of assessment
Assessment must be conducted using the Mandatory Assessment Instrument. This instrument includes requirements for application and is available from the relevant state/territory Competent Authority
Assessment must include questioning (verbal and/or written)
Assessment may be in conjunction with the assessment of other units of competency
Specific resources
Access is required to opportunities to:
participate in a range of exercises, case studies and other real and/or three dimensional simulated practical and knowledge assessments that demonstrate the skills and knowledge to prepare for the transport of dangerous goods, and/or
prepare for the transport of dangerous goods by road in an appropriate range of operational situations
For the purpose of training and assessment all applicants must be provided or have direct access to a copy of the current ADG Code and relevant dangerous goods legislation for their state/territory
The Competent Authority may require RTOs to provide copies of learning materials used for training. The Competent Authority may disallow the use of any learning materials it considers unsuitable
Access and equity considerations
All workers in the transport industry should be aware of access and equity issues in relation to their own area of work
All workers should develop their ability to work in a culturally diverse environment
Assessors and trainers must take into account relevant access and equity issues, in particular relating to factors impacting on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander transport drivers and communities
Consistency of performance
Applies underpinning knowledge and skills when:
assessing operational suitability of equipment and vehicles pertinent to the transport of dangerous goods by road
identifying class and subsidiary risk labels for dangerous goods
estimating weight and dimensions of load and any special requirements
selecting appropriate equipment and work systems to enable safe, efficient work
identifying hazards and planning work to minimise risks when transporting dangerous goods by road
determining required permits, approvals or licences to transport dangerous goods by road
using appropriate communication strategies and equipment
locating, interpreting and applying relevant information
maintaining transport documentation, driving records and any other workplace records
identifying and safely handling equipment and goods
applying hierarchy of hazard control
Shows evidence of application of relevant transport procedures including:
current state/territory dangerous goods legislation and procedures
current ADG Code and associated Australian Standards
current OH&S regulations and hazard prevention policies and procedures
current workplace procedures and work instructions concerning the preparation and transport of dangerous goods by road
relevant and current guidelines relating to the use of loading equipment
current housekeeping procedures
current environmental protection procedures when transporting dangerous goods by road
Action is taken promptly to report any accidents, incidents or potential difficulties in the preparation and transport of dangerous goods by road in accordance with legislation and workplace procedures
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Work is completed systematically with required attention to detail without damage to goods, equipment or personnel
Guidance information for assessment
Assessors must confirm the identity of the student at the time of each assessment component
Team based assessment models must not be used for assessment of this competency unit
The assessment must be conducted using the Mandatory Assessment Instrument nominated by the Competent Authority
The assessment must be conducted in accordance with the requirements of the Competent Authority as specified in the Mandatory Assessment Instrument document and the accompanying assessment delivery guide
The Mandatory Assessment Instrument challenge test is required for all forms of assessment including recognition of prior learning
Further information about the Mandatory Assessment Instrument may be obtained from the Competent Authority in each state/territory
It is a licensing requirement that assessors must satisfy the following requirements of the Competent Authority in addition to any requirements of the AQTF. Assessors must:
Pass an assessment test approved by the Competent Authority; and
Have at least 5 years relevant dangerous goods industry and operational experience; and
Meet any additional mandatory skills or qualifications required by the Competent Authority; and
Must not have been disallowed by a Competent Authority in any jurisdiction
Submission Requirements
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Assessment Tasks
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REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.
Required knowledge:
The current ADG Code and relevant state/territory dangerous goods legislation as they apply to vehicles transporting dangerous goods by road
Procedures and guidelines concerning the transport of dangerous goods
Risks associated with the transporting of dangerous goods by road and related precautions to control those risks
Housekeeping standards and procedures required in the workplace
Assess suitability of transport vehicles intending to carry dangerous goods
Ability to read and interpret information on transport documentation including consignment/manifest sheets
Plan appropriate transport routes and appropriate rest stops
Methods of securing a vehicle following loading and unloading of dangerous goods, including bulk transfer of dangerous goods
Relevant permit and/or licence requirements
Ability to complete/amend appropriate documentation
Required skills:
Ability to identify and correctly use equipment required for the bulk load/transfer of dangerous goods
Ability to modify activities depending on differing workplace contexts, risk situations and environments
Ability to read and comprehend simple statements in English (to Level 5, International English Language Testing System)
Ability to identify dangerous goods labelling and placarding such as emergency information panels
Ability to select and place appropriate placarding on vehicle/s transporting dangerous goods by road
Ability to understand mass, volume and special requirements of a load
Ability to identify and follow emergency procedures in the event of accident/incident
Ability to use personal protection and safety equipment including eye wash kit
Ability to identify/demonstrate appropriate load restraint methods
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Operations may be conducted:
in a range of work environments and weather conditions
by day or night
Customers may be:
internal or external
Workplaces may comprise:
large, medium or small worksites
Work may be conducted in:
restricted spaces
exposed conditions
controlled or open environments
Vehicle refers to:
all applicable transportation modes
Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:
hazardous or dangerous materials
contamination of, or from, materials being handled
noise, light, energy sources
stationary and moving machinery, parts or components
service lines
spills, leakages, ruptures
dust/vapours
Hazard management is:
consistent with the principle of hierarchy of control with elimination, substitution, isolation and engineering control measures being selected before safe working practices and personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
safety glasses
mask or respirator
breathing apparatus
high visibility clothing
Load restraint systems are:
as detailed in the National Load Restraint Guide
Preparation of packaged dangerous goods for transport may:
require special precautions as specified by the manufacturer
Transport documentation may include:
Transport Emergency Response Plan
Emergency Procedure Guide
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
descriptions for dangerous goods (i.e. proper shipping name, class and division number, packing group, subsidiary risk(s) if any)
UN or ID number
Requirements for work may include:
site restrictions and procedures
use of safety and personal protective equipment
communications equipment
specialised lifting and/or handling equipment
incident breakdown procedures
additional gear and equipment
noise restrictions
hours of operation
authorities and permits
Consultative processes may involve:
other employees and supervisors
suppliers, potential customers and existing clients
management and union representatives
industrial relations, OH&S specialists, and other maintenance, professional or technical staff
Communication in the work area may include:
phone
electronic data interchange (EDI)
fax
email
internet
radio
oral, aural or signed communications
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
site procedures
Safety equipment on vehicle may include:
fire extinguishers
portable warning devices
eye wash kit
Information/documents may include:
current Australian Dangerous Goods Code, relevant Australian and international Standards
manifests, bar codes, goods and product identification
manufacturers specifications for equipment/tools
workplace procedures and policies for the preparation and transport of dangerous goods
goods identification numbers, codes and signs
supplier and/or client instructions
award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements
relevant standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
manufacturers specifications, instructions and labelling advice for the transport of dangerous goods, including material safety data sheets
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
state/territory mass and loading regulations
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances, including current Australian and International Dangerous Goods Codes, Australian Marine Orders and the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code and International Air Transport Association (IATA) Dangerous Goods by Air regulations
Australian and state/territory regulations related to the transport of dangerous goods by road
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Observation Checklist
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Comments/feedback
Responsibilities and duties for the transport of dangerous goods are clearly defined, and allocated and included in job descriptions and duty statements for all relevant positions
Systems, organisations, and other persons that effect the transport of dangerous goods are identified
Proper shipping names and other relevant information from Dangerous Goods List are identified
UN class and UN division labels for dangerous goods are determined in accordance with the current ADG Code and regulatory requirements
Packing groups for dangerous goods are identified and assessed for their significance
The Dangerous Goods List is evaluated in relation to its special provisions and other instructions
The suitability of a transport vehicle to carry dangerous goods is assessed including roadworthiness, fittings and accessories, test date tags, knowledge of operation of control systems, awareness of mass, configuration, and other relevant requirements for the intended load
The requirements for driver and vehicle licensing and how to check vehicle for licence and registration labels, and conformity with the current ADG Code and other regulatory requirements are identified
Checks are made to determine that the transport vehicle has the correct placarding for the class or division of the intended load
The suitability of dangerous goods packaging is assessed to ensure that it is suitable for purpose, free from obvious defects and residue
Ullage in large compartments is identified and assessed for compliance with the current ADG Code and regulatory requirements
Transport documentation is checked to ensure that dangerous goods markings and vehicle placards are consistent with the load being carried and are legible and clearly visible
Dangerous goods loads are checked for compatibility and segregation in accordance with regulatory requirements
Hazchem codes are understood and appropriately applied in emergency response situations
Hazchem codes for a mixed load of dangerous goods are identified
Emergency information required for the dangerous goods being transported is appropriately identified
Driver's role and obligations in an emergency situation, are identified in accordance with a Transport Emergency Response Plan
Appropriate communication to notify relevant personnel and emergency services is identified and applied
Safety equipment is used for containment, clean up or recovery as appropriate
Safety equipment is determined according to the type of dangerous goods being transported in accordance with current ADG Code and regulatory requirements
The suitability and compliance of personal protective equipment required is assessed
Personal protective equipment and safety equipment is used in accordance with workplace and regulatory requirements
Transport documentation is accurate and completed in accordance with workplace and regulatory requirements including the current ADG Code
Transport documentation is appropriately amended according to regulations and enterprise procedures
Transport documentation is correctly located in the cabin in accordance with regulatory requirements
Load restraint method/s for the transport of dangerous goods in accordance with current ADG Code and other regulatory requirements are appropriately established
Load restraint systems and securing points are inspected for suitability, excessive wear, and obvious defects
Positioning of vehicle for dangerous goods bulk transfer is in accordance with current regulatory and enterprise procedures
Suitable safety measures for each class of dangerous goods being transferred are identified
Operation of battery isolation switches is clearly identified
Transfer equipment and adequacy of lighting levels are identified and checked for compatibility
Responsibilities of drivers during transfer of dangerous goods are identified
Emergency procedures in the event of a spill or leak during transfer are identified
Hoses used to transfer dangerous goods have been appropriately tested in accordance with regulatory requirements
Regulatory procedures for carrying passengers while transporting dangerous goods are identified
Prohibited practices and the carrying of prohibited objects during transport are identified
Regulatory and enterprise procedures for planning routes covering driving, parking, loading and unloading, uncoupling and/or securing the vehicle are assessed
Transport routes are planned to ensure prohibited areas and restricted routes are observed
Appropriate parking requirements are identified in accordance with regulatory requirements
Regulatory requirements relating to the transport of empty or nominally empty packaging used to transport dangerous goods are identified in accordance with the current ADG code
Regulatory and enterprise procedures and driver's role in vehicle breakdown situations are appropriately indentified and implemented
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