Unit of competency details

Elements and Performance Criteria 

Element 

Performance Criteria 

1

Confirm correct preparation of consignment 

1.1

Consignment is checked to ensure that cargo is consistent with packing specification and is suitable for the type and method of transport

1.2

Consignment is checked to ensure that labelling and marking of cargo conforms with domestic and international regulations and workplace requirements and that the packaging of cargo conforms to regulatory requirements and is appropriate for the method of transport

1.3

Cargo is checked for dangerous goods or explosives and it is confirmed that, where applicable, packaging and labelling conform with the Australian and International Dangerous Goods or Explosives Codes

1.4

Discrepancies in the composition or preparation of the cargo are noted and action is undertaken in accordance with workplace procedures

2

Organise the loading of cargo 

2.1

Handling methods and equipment are selected which are suitable for the goods and transport method

2.2

Goods transfer methods between modes of transport are selected where appropriate

2.3

Procedures for the loading of cargo are organised in accordance with good practice requirements

2.4

Established industry practice is followed in the organisation of the loading of cargo

2.5

Employees, equipment and temporary storage areas (if required) are allocated and supervised

2.6

Individuals are informed of work requirements, timelines and relevant personal protective equipment

2.7

Work processes are monitored to ensure that resources, both human and equipment, are maintained at productive levels and within OH&S requirements

3

Process documentation 

3.1

All relevant documentation is consolidated and checked for completion

3.2

Dangerous goods declaration is obtained from consignor (if necessary)

3.3

Discrepancies in documentation are identified and action is undertaken in accordance with workplace procedures

3.4

Documents are filed/stored/forwarded in accordance with workplace procedures

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS 

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge :

Codes of practice and legislative requirements including local and international regulations relevant to the export of cargo

Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances

Relevant OH&S and environmental procedures and regulations

Interpretation of client requirements

Procedures for the identification and evaluation of information needed to organise the export of cargo

Procedures for the calculation of weights, volumes and dimensions

Procedures for the reviewing of transport options and availability of carriers

Procedures for liaising with Australian and international contacts

Procedures for batching, dating and numbering

Procedures for the completion of consignment documentation

Problems that may occur when when organising the export of cargo and appropriate action that can be taken

Contacts and sources of information/documentation needed when organising the export of cargo

Customer service policies and procedures

Required skills :

Communicate effectively with others when organising the export of cargo

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information, labels and other documents relevant to the organisation of the export of cargo

Complete documentation related to the organisation of the export of cargo

Work collaboratively with others when organising the export of cargo

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

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems that may arise when organising the export of cargo in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Implement contingency plans for unplanned events that may arise when organising the export of cargo

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

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

Operate and adapt to differences in cargo and systems in accordance with standard operating procedures

Select and use relevant communications equipment when organising the export of cargo

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 applying:

the underpinning knowledge and skills

relevant legislation and workplace procedures

other relevant aspects of the range statement

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 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/or equipment, and/or

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 appropriately simulated activities at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

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.

Organisation of the cargo for export may include:

movement of equipment, goods, materials and vehicular traffic

Customers may be:

internal or external

Operations may be conducted:

by day or night

Cargo to be exported may include:

dangerous, hazardous, perishable, fragile, packaged goods or in liquid or solid form

Forms of documentation for the export of cargo may include:

packing specifications and lists

manifests

invoices

Transport modes may include:

air, sea or combinations

Requirements for work may include:

site restrictions and procedures

use of safety and personal protective equipment

communications equipment

specialised lifting and/or handling equipment

incident/accident breakdown procedures

authorities and permits

hours of operations

noise restrictions

additional gear and equipment

Hazards may include:

hazardous or dangerous materials

contamination of, or from, materials being handled

noise, light, energy sources

stationary and moving machinery, parts or components

dust/vapours

spills, leakages, ruptures

service lines

Hazard management is consistent with:

the principle of hierarchy of control with elimination, substitution, isolation and engineering control measures being selected before safe working practices and personal protective equipment

Established industry practice when planning procedures for the loading of cargo includes:

available space is used efficiently

goods are packed for ease of inspection and to meet delivery and customer requirements

goods are secured ensuring no damage to contents

weight and volume of consolidated cargo conforms to specifications

dangerous goods are labelled in accordance with Australian and International Dangerous Goods Codes

dangerous goods are packaged and labelled in accordance with their class and subsidiary risk

Consultative processes may involve:

other employees and supervisors

suppliers, potential customers and clients

relevant authorities and institutions

management and union representatives

industrial relations and OH&S specialists

other maintenance, professional or technical staff

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Information/documentation may include:

Australian and international codes of practice and regulations relevant to export of cargo

Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances

operations manuals, job specifications and procedures and induction documentation

Safe Working Limits (SWL) and Working Load Limits (WLL) of transport options

workplace operating procedures and policies

supplier and/or client instructions

Australian and international standards, criteria and certification requirements

communications technology equipment, oral, aural or signed communications

quality assurance procedures

emergency procedures

relevant competency standards and training materials

Applicable procedures and codes may include:

relevant codes and regulations for the export of cargo

Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances, including:

Australian and International Dangerous Goods Codes

Australian Marine Orders and the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code

IATA Dangerous Goods by Air regulations

Australian and International Explosives Codes

relevant international and Australian state/territory road rules and transport regulations

relevant Australian and international standards and certification requirements

international transport regulations, codes and procedures

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation