ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare to secure cargo/containers

1.1. Access, interpret and apply compliance documentation relevant to the work activity

1.2. Prepare and maintain work area

1.3. Report unsafe work practices and/or equipment to appropriate personnel

1.4. Select personal protective equipment appropriate for work activities

1.5. Erect formwork where no lashing points exist

1.6. Read and interpret lashing plan

2. Lash and unlash cargo

2.1. Conduct work according to site procedures and relevant legislation and any special requirements of the cargo

2.2. Identify lashing points and use appropriate fittings, lashing equipment and securing equipment for each lashing point

2.3. Lash and secure cargo to lashing points ensuring the correct spread of lashings and that lashings are secured, attached and tensioned

2.4. Securely fasten tensioners

2.5. When unlashing, release, disconnect and remove fittings from the cargo

2.6. Place lashing equipment in designated storage areas or clear from work area

2.7. Ensure lashing/unlashing operations cause no injury to personnel or damage to machinery or cargo

3. Protect cargo from weather

3.1. Cover/uncover cargo safely ensuring appropriate covering and lashing, no injury to personnel or damage to cargo or equipment

3.2. Conduct work in accordance with the requirements of national standards, safety codes and site operating procedures

4. Pack and unpack cargo

4.1. Identify and report damaged cargo following enterprise procedures

4.2. Sort and stack cargo prior to packing or after unpacking ensuring the stack is in the correct location, in accordance with relevant Australian standards, safety codes and site operating procedures

4.3. Identify cargo through the interpretation of marks or numbers

4.4. Maintain tight stow of cargo

4.5. Handle cargo ensuring no injury to personnel or damage to cargo or equipment

Required skills

Specific skills are required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes the ability to carry out the following as required to secure cargo:

apply legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures for securing cargo

establish plans

describe consequences

complete tasks

identify improvements

apply safety precautions relevant to the task

assess operational capability of equipment used and work processes selected

Required knowledge

Specific knowledge is required to achieve the Performance Criteria of this unit, particularly for its application in the various circumstances in which this unit may be used. This includes knowledge of the following as required to secure cargo:

site layout and operating procedures

focus of operation of work systems, equipment, management and site operating systems

impact of job on enterprise and individual performance

application of relevant industrial requirements

relevant bond, quarantine or other legislative requirements

identification and correct use of equipment, processes and procedures used within context of the job

modification of activities dependant of differing workplace contexts, risk situations and environments

identification of cargo, container and goods, coding IMDG markings and, where applicable, emergency information panels

relevant bond, quarantine other legislative requirements

identification and correct use of equipment, processes and procedures

relevant handling and safety codes

lashing and protection procedures

marking and numbering of cargo

use of the lashing and protection equipment

receiving knowledge and sending messages with communications equipment whilst operating other equipment

relevant regulations such as Hazchem and Australian Dangerous Goods

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

Overview of assessment

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 worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:

knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for securing cargo

implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient completion of securing cargo

working with others to undertake and complete the securing of cargo that meet all of the required outcomes

consistent timely completion of securing cargo that safely, effectively and efficiently meet the required outcomes

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.

Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.

The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.

Customisation of assessment and delivery environment should sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.

Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.

Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.

Method of assessment

This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:

written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge

observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

implementation of appropriate requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes

consistent achievement of required outcomes

first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:

working with others to undertake and complete the securing of cargo

Guidance information for assessment

Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Compliance documentation may include:

legislative, organisation and site requirements, including:

worksite safety and health

mine inspection

OHS

explosives

manufacturer's guidelines and specifications

Australian standards

procedures may include:

hazard policies and procedures including relevant code of practice

issue resolution and procedures

job procedures and work instructions

relevant guidelines relating to the use of machinery and equipment capability and limitations, tagging of unserviceable or damaged items

quality procedures (where existing)

security procedures

follow enterprise housekeeping processes

waste, pollution and recycling management processes

action taken promptly, accidents and incidents reported in accordance with statutory requirements and enterprise procedures

recognising and adapting appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions among staff and others

ensuring work completed systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods, equipment or personnel

Employment and workplace relations legislation

Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation

Work area may include:

work is performed under some supervision, generally within a team environment

customers may be internal or external

enterprises may comprise large, medium or small worksites

work may be undertaken in various work environments

cables used in the slinging of cargo include, natural fibre ropes, synthetic fibre ropes and chains

Lashing equipment may include:

twistlocks

pelican hooks

lashing rods (bars)

turn handles (keys)

bottle screws

bridging clamps

cones

Securing equipment may include:

chocks

racks

lashings

ropes

chains

Appropriate covering may include:

rain covers

dust covers