Work may be undertaken in various contexts within the transport and logistics industry. The unit generally applies to those who provide leadership of others, individually or in teams. Associated units relating to chain of responsibility can be found in TLI10 Transport and Logistics Training Package. |
Not applicable.
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Interpret chain of responsibility regulations | 1.1 State or territory chain of responsibility regulations are identified as they apply to the workplace 1.2 Individual chain of responsibility regulations are identified for job roles/functions within the workplace 1.3 Information on chain of responsibility regulations is clearly explained to parties and responsible persons 1.4 Responsibilities of all job roles within chain of responsibility are determined within work environment |
2 Implement and review workplace procedures | 2.1 Chain of responsibility workplace policy and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure they meet regulatory requirements 2.2 Workplace policy and procedures are continually updated to ensure chain of responsibility regulations are followed 2.3 Chain of responsibility workplace policy and procedure plans are implemented for relevant parties 2.4 Records relating to chain of responsibility are completed and maintained |
3 Complete reporting for chain of responsibility policy | 3.1 Records and information relevant to chain of responsibility requirements are collected 3.2 Records and information relevant to chain of responsibility are analysed 3.3 Findings are developed and reported |
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS |
This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit. |
Required knowledge: |
Relevant state or territory regulations relating to job function |
Regulations, and workplace policy and procedures relating to job function |
Effects of a breach on applicable job role and related penalties |
Job roles and functions in the workplace that are affected by chain of responsibility |
Reporting systems within the organisation |
Consequences of non-compliance with chain of responsibility regulations |
Where to locate current chain of responsibility information |
Action required within limits of own job role or function when possible breaches are identified |
Required workplace documentation |
Understanding of the five key aspects: load restraint, mass, dimensions, speed, and fatigue management |
Required skills: |
Apply strategies to prevent breaches of chain of responsibility |
Recognise a breach of the workplace policy and procedure |
Take appropriate action if a breach takes place |
Complete relevant documentation in relation to chain of responsibility |
Implement change as it relates to chain of responsibility |
Review and implement updates to the chain of responsibility regulations as they occur |
Apply communication strategies within the organisation for chain of responsibility |
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: an understanding of chain of responsibility an understanding of associated state or territory regulations in which the job is, relative to chain of responsibility techniques used to implement relevant workplace policy and procedures as they pertain to chain of responsibility an analysis of records relevant to chain of responsibility as they apply at a company level |
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 applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals |
Method of assessment | As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate assessments using written, practical and oral assessments Practical assessment must occur: through appropriately simulated activities at the training organisation, and/or in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace Online assessment is not suitable for final assessment of this unit of competency |
RANGE STATEMENT | |
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. | |
Parties and responsible persons within the chain include: | consigner consignee packer loader scheduler driver receiver carrier manufacturer employee employer owner board of directors senior official dispatch officer operator person in charge or apparently in charge of a vehicle agent subcontractor authorised officer elected councillor |
Customers may include: | external customer receiver forwarder dispatcher yard foreman safety regulator police or enforcement official public subcontractor |
Depending on the organisation concerned, workplace procedures may be called: | standard operating procedures (SOPs) company procedures enterprise procedures organisational procedures established procedures |
Work environment includes: | company site depot loading dock warehouse customer premises terminal storage or loading facility equipment |
Communication in the work area may include: | phone electronic data interchange (EDI) fax internet oral, aural or signed communications |
Documentation and records may include: | transport regulations as they apply to the enterprise, including local authority regulations and procedures relevant OH&S regulations workplace policies and procedures relating to chain of responsibility regulations relevant Australian standards and certification requirements relevant internal data entry books, including work diaries, data sheets and load sheets transport and journey documentation |
Applicable legislation and regulations may include: | relevant transport regulations for the enterprise, including Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances relevant state and territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation workplace relations regulations |
Not applicable.
This unit contains employability skills. |
Refer to Unit Descriptor.