Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

TLIA2048A Mapping and Delivery Guide
Carry out border clearance functions

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency TLIA2048A - Carry out border clearance functions
Description This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to carry out basic border clearance functions in accordance with Customs and related legislation and workplace requirements. It includes creating import declarations for import clearance; resolving problems arising from lodgement of entries or import declarations; and undertaking post-entry amendments, where applicable. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Employability Skills This unit contains employability skills.
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit applies to individuals working as a customs broker. Work must be carried out in compliance with the relevant Customs and related legislation and workplace requirements concerning the conduct of border clearance functions. Work is undertaken in a range of environments including small to large worksites in the customs broking and international freight forwarding industries. Work at this level is performed under supervision, generally within a collaborative team environment.This unit is normally packaged at AQF II or above.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites Not Applicable
Competency Field
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Create Integrated Cargo System (ICS) import declarations for import clearance
  • Information required for ICS import declarations is determined
  • Required information for ICS import declarations is prepared
  • Staff delegated to prepare required information are supported to complete tasks accurately and in a timely manner
  • Information is checked for accuracy
  • Required information for ICS import declarations is collated and entered
  • Questions relating to lodgement of the import declaration are reviewed
       
Element: Resolve problems arising from lodgement of entries or import declarations
  • Progress of preparing import declarations for lodgement is monitored
  • Problems arising before or after lodgement of the import declarations are identified and action is taken to address problems
       
Element: Undertake post-entry amendments (where applicable)
  • Needs for amendments are confirmed as required
  • Import declarations are amended in accordance with Customs and related legislation as well as workplace procedures and other regulatory requirements
       


Evidence Required

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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.

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:

identifying required information after completion of import declarations

resolving problems arising from lodgement of entries

undertaking post-entry amendments

selecting and using the technology required for basic border clearance functions

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or

access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace

In both real and simulated environments, access is required to:

relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and

applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals

Method of assessment

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

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:

Customs legislation, other legislation and regulations relevant to border clearance functions

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Requirements for completing relevant documentation

Steps involved in planning work activities

Functions and responsibilities of customs broker acting as a nominee, or sole trader

Purpose and features of customs programs

Role and authority of Customs and how it fits into the structure of government

Range of customs duties and tariffs and how they are applied

Problems that may occur when carrying out border clearance functions and appropriate action that can be taken to resolve problems

Purpose of warehousing goods and obligations of warehouse proprietors to Customs

Factors comprising landed cost from commercial and customs documentation

Procedures to be followed in the event of an emergency

Cultural differences amongst customers, internal and external freight contacts and within customer service teams and their implications when carrying out border clearance functions

Sources of information on new developments in border clearance operations

Required skills:

Negotiate, communicate and liaise effectively with clients and others when carrying out border clearance functions

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and signs relevant to the conduct of border clearance functions

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to work activities

Operate work systems, equipment, management and site operating procedures for border clearance functions

Work collaboratively with others

Plan, organise and monitor own work activities

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Solve problems that arise during border clearances functions

Adapt to new skill and knowledge requirements required due to the development of new border clearance operations

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Select and use relevant computer/communication/office equipment

Identify import restrictions and prohibitions from relevant sources

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

New developments in border clearance operations may include:

regulations

processes

systems

technology

types and packaging of goods

Information on new developments in border clearance operations may be obtained from:

internal networks such as: own team, staff in other departments, support staff, managers, training staff, etc.

external networks

bulletins, journals, magazines, books, etc.

internet websites

internal and external training programs

Adaptability to new skill and knowledge requirements required due to the development of new border clearance operations may include:

external training programs

internal training programs

reading independently

coaching in the workplace

online learning on a computer

networking with relevant internal and external contacts

Depending on the organisation concerned, workplace procedures may be called:

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Communication in the work area may include:

phone

electronic data interchange (EDI)

fax

email

internet

RF systems

oral, aural or signed communications

Consultative processes may involve:

other employees and supervisors

clients

agents

relevant authorities and institutions

management and union representatives

industrial relations and OH&S specialists

Documentation and records may include:

Customs and related legislation

other legislation related to border clearance functions

shipping documentation

quarantine documentation

permits to import and/or export

Customs Notices

commercial invoices and packing lists

manifests, delivery notes, special clearances, consignment notes and authorised weighbridge certificates

internal documentation used for border clearance functions

operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation

manufacturers specifications for equipment

client instructions

industrial relations agreements or contracts

regulations and codes of practice relevant to border clearance procedures including safeworking and local authority regulations and procedures

relevant OH&S and environmental protection regulations

workplace policies and procedures related to border clearance

quality assurance procedures

emergency procedures

dangerous goods declarations and material safety data sheets, where applicable

Applicable legislation and regulations may include:

Customs and related legislation

privacy legislation

export/import/quarantine/bond requirements

relevant state/territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation

workplace relations regulations

equal opportunity legislation

equal employment opportunity and affirmative action legislation

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Information required for ICS import declarations is determined 
Required information for ICS import declarations is prepared 
Staff delegated to prepare required information are supported to complete tasks accurately and in a timely manner 
Information is checked for accuracy 
Required information for ICS import declarations is collated and entered 
Questions relating to lodgement of the import declaration are reviewed 
Progress of preparing import declarations for lodgement is monitored 
Problems arising before or after lodgement of the import declarations are identified and action is taken to address problems 
Needs for amendments are confirmed as required 
Import declarations are amended in accordance with Customs and related legislation as well as workplace procedures and other regulatory requirements 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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