Formats and tools
- Unit Description
- Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
- Assessment Tool
- an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
- Assessment Template
- generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
- Assessment Matrix
- a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
- Wiki Markup
- mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
- Evidence Guide
- create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
- Competency Mapping Template
- Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
- Observation Checklist
- create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)
- Self Assessment Survey
- A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
- Moodle Outcomes
- Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
- Registered Training Organisations
- Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver TLIC0003, 'Operate LP gas tanker'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Operate LP gas tanker' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | ||
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. | ||
1 | Recognise the characteristics of LP gas and LP gas tankers to ensure safe transfer and transport of LP gas | 1.1 | Properties of LP gas being transported are identified in accordance with emergency response documentation |
1.2 | Hazards associated with LP gas transport are clarified in accordance with emergency response documentation | ||
1.3 | Hazardous atmosphere zones are determined in accordance with organisational requirements | ||
1.4 | Functions of equipment fitted to an LP gas tanker are identified | ||
1.5 | Factors that cause static electricity and ways of minimising associated risks are identified in accordance with organisational requirements | ||
2 | Comply with legislative and organisational requirements for safe transfer and transport of LP gas | 2.1 | UN number, product class, packaging group and any sub-risks of LP gas being transported are identified in accordance with emergency response documentation |
2.2 | Requirements for LP gas being transported are identified in accordance with the current ADG Code and legislative requirements | ||
3 | Conduct pre-trip inspection | 3.1 | Tanker is checked to ensure dangerous goods (DG) compliance plate is attached to tanker in accordance with current ADG Code requirements |
3.2 | Tanker load transfer equipment is checked to confirm security and state of repair, and that all hoses are tested and tagged in accordance with current ADG Code requirements | ||
3.3 | Tanker is checked to ensure safety equipment is accessible, properly maintained, and stowed and secured in accordance with current ADG Code requirements | ||
3.4 | Tanker is checked to ensure personal protective equipment (PPE) is available, ready for use and meets current ADG Code requirements | ||
3.5 | Tanker is checked to ensure dangerous goods placards are correct for load and are displayed in accordance with current ADG Code requirements | ||
3.6 | Fire extinguisher is checked for current date and pressure gauge | ||
3.7 | Shipping documentation is checked for accuracy and availability of emergency information in accordance with current ADG Code requirements | ||
3.8 | Non-compliant vehicles and equipment are reported in accordance with organisational procedures | ||
4 | Supervise loading | 4.1 | Tanker is driven into loading site in accordance with site procedures |
4.2 | Tanker is positioned to enable loading to be carried out in accordance with site procedures without injury to people or damage to property | ||
4.3 | Park brake is applied, engine is turned off and battery is isolated as required | ||
4.4 | PPE is used in accordance with site and organisational procedures | ||
4.5 | Transfer equipment is checked for compatibility | ||
4.6 | Loading activities are controlled within level of responsibility | ||
4.7 | Emergency procedures are followed in a spill or leak during loading | ||
4.8 | Strategies to minimise risks associated with static electricity are employed in accordance with organisational requirements | ||
5 | Transport load to customer site | 5.1 | Routes are planned to avoid congested areas, tunnels or areas where people may congregate and to maximise efficiency between delivery sites |
5.2 | Planned or prescribed routes are followed in accordance with regulatory and organisational requirements | ||
5.3 | Tanker is driven and manoeuvred in accordance with legal requirements, and vehicle stability and prevailing environmental conditions are considered | ||
5.4 | Eco-driving techniques are applied, and courtesy and professionalism are exhibited toward other road users | ||
5.5 | Action is taken to deal with traffic delays and diversions | ||
5.6 | Legislative and organisational procedures are adhered to when driving, parking and leaving tanker standing, or when tanker breaks down or stops on a road | ||
6 | Prepare site to accept delivery | 6.1 | Pre-delivery assessment is made before entering delivery site |
6.2 | Site features that present a hazard and/or prevent delivery are rectified or reported in accordance with organisational requirements | ||
6.3 | Site instructions and/or restrictions are complied with | ||
6.4 | Tanker is manoeuvred and positioned to ensure product can be delivered safely and efficiently | ||
6.5 | Park brake is applied, engine is turned off and battery is isolated as required | ||
6.6 | PPE is used in accordance with site and organisational procedures, and steps are taken to apply personal safety measures and to manage potential hazards | ||
6.7 | Discharge area of delivery site is marked with signs and/or cones in accordance with workplace and state/territory legislative requirements | ||
7 | Manage delivery | 7.1 | Visible receiving vessel and/or components are checked for damage |
7.2 | Contents of receiving vessel/s are checked to ensure sufficient ullage exists for delivery | ||
7.3 | Product type and quantity are confirmed against delivery documents | ||
7.4 | Pressure gauges, valves, hoses and connections are visually checked for serviceability and leaks | ||
7.5 | Vehicle and/or delivery site emergency shutdown is identified and checked in accordance with workplace requirements | ||
7.6 | Hoses are connected for discharging to ensure correct product is delivered into correct vessel in correct sequence | ||
7.7 | Product is delivered in accordance with organisational and site procedures, and special delivery instructions are observed | ||
7.8 | Emergency procedures are followed in a leak during delivery | ||
7.9 | Strategies to minimise risks associated with static electricity are employed in accordance with organisational requirements | ||
8 | Complete post-delivery operations | 8.1 | Product transfer equipment is disconnected in accordance with product type and organisational procedures |
8.2 | Site is secured and restored to a clean and tidy condition in accordance with site procedures | ||
8.3 | Delivery documentation is completed in accordance with organisational procedures | ||
8.4 | Shipping documentation is amended to reflect changes in vehicle load | ||
8.5 | Pre-departure inspection of tanker is conducted in accordance with organisational procedures | ||
8.6 | Tanker is driven safely from site in accordance with site procedures | ||
9 | Follow emergency procedures | 9.1 | Incident is reported to police or fire services as soon as possible |
9.2 | Incident is reported to nominated person as soon as practicable in accordance with transport emergency response plan (TERP) | ||
9.3 | Reasonable assistance with load content is provided to authorised officer and emergency management supervisor (EMS) | ||
9.4 | Warnings are provided to other vehicles and persons in the vicinity who may be at risk | ||
9.5 | Escape of gas is prevented or minimised | ||
9.6 | Incident is reported in accordance within legislative requirements or as nominated in the TERP | ||