ELEMENT S 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1 

Access information on relevant regulations and codes 

1.1

Australian and international regulations and codes of practice relevant to workplace stevedoring operations are identified in accordance with workplace procedures and in consultation with relevant personnel

1.2

Information on identified regulatory and/or code requirements relevant to workplace functions and limits of responsibility are accessed in accordance with workplace procedures

2 

Interpret relevant regulations and codes 

2.1

Information on identified regulatory and/or code requirements relevant to workplace functions and limits of responsibility is examined and interpreted in terms of its impact and implications for workplace activities

2.2

Compliance requirements are clarified and obligations under regulations falling within limits of responsibility and duty of care of various staff/team members are confirmed in accordance with workplace procedures

2.3

Staff/team members/team leaders/supervisors are made aware of the identified regulatory/code requirements as they relate to workplace roles and responsibilities

3 

Implement and monitor compliance with regulations and codes 

3.1

Regulatory requirements relevant to workplace activities are implemented in accordance with relevant regulations/codes and workplace procedures

3.2

Appropriate information, training and/or instruction are organised to ensure personnel are aware of compliance requirements

3.3

Procedures for monitoring compliance with operations in terms of regulatory requirements and workplace policies and procedures are followed

3.4

Problems that may lead to non-compliance are promptly and fully identified

3.5

Timely remedial action is taken to ensure continuity in workplace compliance with relevant regulations

3.6

Failure to comply with regulatory requirements and workplace policy is identified and action is taken in accordance with workplace policies and procedures

4 

Complete required documentation 

4.1

Advice/reports on compliance issues are provided to relevant personnel and authorities in accordance with workplace procedures and relevant regulatory requirements

4.2

Documentation, records, reports and other information required within regulatory requirements are completed, proofread and processed in accordance with the regulations and workplace procedures

4.3

Documentation is kept secure in accordance with workplace procedures and policy

4.4

Workplace computer backup procedures are followed

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria on at least one occasion and include:

• applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures
• communicating and negotiating effectively with others
• coordinating compliance activities in the workplace
• dealing with internal or external customers in large, medium or small workplaces
• following processes for monitoring compliance with regulatory requirements
• modifying activities depending on operational contingencies, risk situations and environments
• reading and interpreting relevant regulatory requirements, instructions, procedures and labels
• reporting and/or rectifying identified breaches of stevedoring regulations promptly, in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures
• reporting on compliance related issues
• resolving everyday conflict situations
• selecting and using appropriate personal protective equipment conforming to industry and work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) standards
• working collaboratively with others when implementing and monitoring stevedoring regulations
• working systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and include knowledge of:

• operational work systems, equipment, management and site operating systems for stevedoring operations
• problems that may occur when implementing and monitoring compliance with stevedoring regulatory requirements, and appropriate action that can be taken to resolve these problems
• relevant Australian and international regulations and codes of practice
• relevant customs, bond, quarantine and other legislative requirements including International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Codes and Marine Orders
• relevant WHS/OHS and environmental protection procedures and guidelines
• roles and responsibilities of various workplace personnel in terms of workplace activities and regulatory requirements
• site layout of container or cargo terminal or wharf
• workplace/standard operating procedures and policies for implementing and monitoring compliance with stevedoring regulatory requirements.