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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Load and unload vehicle
   • Load characteristics are identified and taken into account when determining appropriate loading and unloading procedures
2. Hazardous and specialised cargo including powders, raw grain product and controlled waste are identified and handled in accordance with required workplace procedures, work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS)/occupational safety and health (OSH) and regulated requirements
3. Vehicle is loaded in consultation with relevant documentation and personnel in accordance with vehicle loading regulations and workplace safety requirements
4. Lifting aids and appliances are selected and used to aid loading procedures in accordance with workplace procedures and safety legislation
5. Vehicle is unloaded or partially unloaded in a safe and efficient manner taking into account suitable locations, stowage, safe use of equipment and balance of remaining load
6. Ancillary equipment is operated in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions during loading and unloading operations
7. Secure and protect vehicle and load
   • Vehicle load is secured using correct load restraint and protection equipment for different loads, vehicles and carriage conditions
8. Load is protected in accordance with legal and workplace safety requirements
9. Load distribution is checked to ensure it is even, legal and within vehicle safe working capacity
10. Loaded vehicle is inspected and checked for security to travel
11. Complete documentation
    • Documentation is completed and proofread in accordance with workplace procedures
12. All required cargo transportation documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements

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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