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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Process container/cargo documentation
   • Container/cargo documentation is processed in accordance with workplace procedures and statutory authority requirements
   • Movements of containers/cargo are recorded in accordance with workplace procedures and statutory authority requirements
2. Maintain records of container/cargo movements
   • Container/cargo records are updated each time containers/cargo are moved within the yard
   • Containers/cargo are checked using markings to ensure correct identification when updating records
3. Monitor container/cargo and maintain records
   • Containers/cargo are monitored on a daily basis and specified information is recorded
   • Problems with controlled systems on containers/cargo are reported on appropriate forms and forwarded to maintenance area
   • Log cards on containers/cargo with controlled systems are checked on completion of monitoring, and all unit or system breakdowns and/or faults are logged in breakdown log diary in accordance with workplace procedures
   • Movement of containers/cargo is monitored on a daily basis and information is recorded

Range Statement

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.

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Performance Evidence

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 relevant legislation and workplace procedures communicating effectively with others estimating size, shape and special requirements of loads identifying cargo, container and goods, coding, Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code/International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code markings and emergency information panels interpreting and following operational instructions and prioritising work reading and interpreting relevant instructions, procedures, information and labels receiving, acknowledging and sending messages with available communications equipment reporting and/or rectifying identified problems promptly, in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures working systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment.

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Knowledge Evidence

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:

Australian and International Standards, codes of practice and regulations relevant to maintaining container and cargo records including the current ADG Code cargo marking and numbering systems focus of operation of work systems, equipment, management and site operating systems for maintaining container and cargo records problems that may occur when maintaining container and cargo records and appropriate action that can be taken to resolve these problems relevant bond, quarantine or other legislative requirements relevant handling and safety codes of practice site layout and location of reefer units workplace procedures and policies for maintaining container and cargo records.

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