What evidence is required to demonstrate competence for this standard as a whole

Competence in this standard requires evidence of the ability to maintain the health and welfare requirements of livestock during transit while achieving the requirements of the transport plan within the scheduled timeframe It also requires the ability to interpret and apply instructions operate and maintain vehicles operate loading and unloading equipment humanely secure livestock and comply with relevant legislative requirements and authorisations

The skills and knowledge required must be transferable to a different work environment For example if competence is evident in the transport of sheep it must also be evident that these skills can be adapted to transporting goats

What specific knowledge is needed to achieve the performance criteria

Knowledge and understanding are essential to apply this standard in the workplace to transfer the skills to other contexts and to deal with unplanned events The knowledge requirements for this competency standard are listed below

industry and legislative requirements for the transport of livestock

animal welfare and OHS legislative requirements

environmental codes of practice with regard to vehicle operation and livestock production

market requirements in relation to the quality and condition of livestock

sourcing and costing transportation alternatives

enterprise policies with regard to the use of vehicles and equipment

equipment functions technical capability and limitations

hauling and towing procedures

defensive driving techniques

relevant documentation requirements and procedures

What specific skills are needed to achieve the performance criteria

To achieve the performance criteria appropriate literacy and numeracy levels as well as some complementary skills are required These include the ability to

steer manoeuvre and position vehicle in a smooth and controlled manner in on and offroad conditions

demonstrate safe and humane handling of livestock

safely operate loading and unloading equipment

apply handeye coordination

demonstrate safe and environmentally responsible workplace practices

obtain relevant licenses and permits

recognise vehicle operational faults

demonstrate emergency procedures and defensive driving techniques

read and comprehend manufacturers specifications work and maintenance plans and MSDS

interpret transport plan requirements

communicate verbally to advise and anticipate conditions

maintain records reports and log books

What processes should be applied to this competency standard

There are a number of processes that are learnt throughout work and life which are required in all jobs They are fundamental processes and generally transferable to other work functions Some of these are covered by the key competencies although others may be added The questions below highlight how these processes are applied in this competency standard Following each question a number in brackets indicates the level to which the key competency needs to be demonstrated where not required perform the process perform and administer the process and perform administer and design the process

How can communication of ideas and information be applied

In determining the requirements of the specific job from delivery and dispatch offices and transport authorities

How can information be collected analysed and organised

In relation to loading and the routes to be taken

How are activities planned and organised

For the safe transport of livestock

How can team work be applied

In completing specified activities and operations in conjunction with site personnel at both ends of the transport operation

How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques be applied

In observing loading limits and vehicle instrumentation and in the calculation of time and distance

How can problemsolving skills be applied

By accessing information from supervisors and in relation to mechanical problems

How can the use of technology be applied

In operating any necessary equipment prior to and during the transport operation communication technology calculating equipment and measuring and recording equipment

Are there other competency standards that could be assessed with this one

This competency standard could be assessed on its own or in combination with other competencies relevant to the job function

There is essential information about assessing this competency standard for consistent performance and where and how it may be assessed in the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package All users of these competency standards must have access to the Assessment Guidelines Further advice may also be sought from the relevant sector booklet

What information may be included in a transport plan?

What legislative requirements may apply to the transportation of livestock?

What enterprise requirements may be relevant to this standard?

What equipment, vehicles and resources may be arranged?

What routine pre-operational checks may be carried out?

What may be involved in calculating a load?

What OHS requirements may be applicable to this standard?

What information may be included in a livestock load agreement?

What may be involved in the preparation of livestock immediately prior to transportation?

What existing and potential hazards may be associated with transporting livestock?

What relevant information may be documented?