Elements and Performance Criteria
- Plan transport operations
- Knowledge of product to be freighted and workplace procedures are applied to the transportation analysis process
- Domestic and international regulations, codes and procedures for transporting freight are identified
- Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
- Resources including manual handling equipment, employee competencies, storage areas, goods management equipment and transportation equipment are identified to match the task
- Work processes are planned to meet agreed timelines
- Types of transportation required for the freight or goods is identified to match customer requirements, freight type and delivery time
- Multiple transport modes are identified as required
- Goods transfer methods between modes of transport are selected as required
- Organise freight transport
- Employees, equipment and temporary storage areas (as required) are allocated and supervised
- Freight is secured ensuring no damage to contents
- Handling methods suitable to the goods and transport method are selected
- Individuals are informed of work requirements and timelines
- Work processes are monitored to ensure human resources and equipment are maintained at productive levels in accordance with workplace and work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements
- Discrepancies in freight are noted and appropriate action is undertaken in accordance with workplace procedures
- Complete organisational processes