Modification History
New Unit based on SUGTASD3A Adjust schedule(s) to meet daily workplace requirements.
Unit Descriptor
This unit describes the outcomes required to adjust schedules to meet daily sugar mill operational requirements
Application of the Unit
This unit has application in the sugar milling industry.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
There are no pre-requisite units for this competency standard
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Identify daily factory requirements for cane supply |
1.1 Workplace information are accessed 1.2 Factors that impact on cane supply are identified |
2 Calculate zero hour |
2.1 Zero hour is calculated to take account of daily variables 2.2 Relevant personnel are informed of zero hour |
3 Amend daily bin allotment and bin allocations |
3.1 Bin allotment requirements are determined 3.2 Daily bin allotment and bin allocations are calculated based on amended requirements 3.3 Schedule for bin allocation and loco runs to harvest groups is amended to meet requirements 3.4 Amended schedule is documented and submitted for approval in accordance with workplace procedures |
4 Monitor supply and demand to maintain and adjust schedule |
4.1 Transport departures and arrivals are co-ordinated and adjusted to meet schedule requirements 4.2 Regular two-way communication with locomotive drivers and harvester operators is used to maintain schedules and safe operations 4.3 Cane stock and deliveries (supply) are monitored against schedule 4.4 Variations between supply and schedule are identified and corrective action is taken 4.5 Resource implications of amended schedules are identified and resources are accessed to meet requirements 4.6 Progress against schedule is monitored |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.
Required skills include: |
Ability to:
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Required knowledge includes: |
Knowledge of:
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Evidence Guide
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. |
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Overview of assessment |
Assessment must be carried out in a manner that recognises the cultural and literacy requirements of the assessee and is appropriate to the work performed. |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Evidence of ability to:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Assessment must occur in a real or simulated workplace where the assessee has access to:
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Method of assessment |
Other units of competency relevant to the work role should be assessed in conjunction with this unit. |
Guidance information for assessment |
To ensure consistency in one's performance, competency should be demonstrated on more than one occasion over a period of time in order to cover a variety of circumstances, cases and responsibilities, and where possible, over a number of assessment activities. |
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. 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. |
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Policies and procedures |
Work is carried out in accordance with company policies and procedures, licensing requirements, legislative requirements, codes of practice and industrial awards and agreements. |
Codes of Practice |
Codes of practice include the Sugar Milling Operations Industry Code of Practice and sugar industry codes of practice related to cane railway and transport operations. |
Workplace information |
Workplace information can include:
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Teamwork |
Work may require the ability to work within a team environment. |
Communication methods |
Communication methods include:
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Unit Sector(s)
Sugar Milling