Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit Descriptor |
This unit addresses the skills and knowledge requirements for a driver to obtain a licence for the transport of dangerous goods by road. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the Unit |
The unit covers preparing to comply with regulatory requirements and does not address all the skills and knowledge for the transportation of dangerous goods. Upon achieving this unit and obtaining a licence, further industry specific training will be required to satisfy legislative requirements for the transportation of dangerous goods. Licensing /Legislative Requirements The primary legislative requirements applicable to this unit of competency are state/territory legislation in relation to the transport of dangerous goods, the current version of the Australian code for the Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road and Rail (ADG Code), relevant Australian Standards (AS) and relevant Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) legislation including licensing and assessment requirements. Obtaining this competency is a necessary requirement for obtaining a Dangerous Goods Driver Licence. However, it is only one of several criteria for obtaining the licence. Registered training organisations must advise each prospective student that there are a number of non-competency related requirements that must be satisfied to meet the licensing requirements. Depending on the jurisdiction these may include: age limits; relevant and valid driver licence; suitable driver traffic history; satisfactory medical report; criminal history or suitable person check; English standard - Score 5 in International English Language Testing System (IELTS). It is a licensing requirement that this course be conducted over two or more training days including a minimum of 16 hours of supervised training and assessment. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Application of the Unit
Pre-Requisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Information
Employability Skills |
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 required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Identify individual organisations and systems for the transport of dangerous goods |
1.1 Responsibilities and duties for the transport of dangerous goods are clearly defined, and allocated and included in job descriptions and duty statements for all relevant positions 1.2 Systems, organisations, and other persons that effect the transport of dangerous goods are identified |
2 Identify UN numbers , UN classes and UN divisions of dangerous goods including packing groups |
2.1 Proper shipping names and other relevant information from Dangerous Goods List are identified 2.2 UN class and UN division labels for dangerous goods are determined in accordance with the current ADG Code and regulatory requirements 2.3 Packing groups for dangerous goods are identified and assessed for their significance 2.4 The Dangerous Goods List is evaluated in relation to its special provisions and other instructions |
3 Check vehicle |
3.1 The suitability of a transport vehicle to carry dangerous goods is assessed including roadworthiness, fittings and accessories, test date tags, knowledge of operation of control systems, awareness of mass, configuration, and other relevant requirements for the intended load 3.2 The requirements for driver and vehicle licensing and how to check vehicle for licence and registration labels, and conformity with the current ADG Code and other regulatory requirements are identified 3.3 Checks are made to determine that the transport vehicle has the correct placarding for the class or division of the intended load |
4 Assess suitability of transport mode for intended load |
4.1 The suitability of dangerous goods packaging is assessed to ensure that it is suitable for purpose, free from obvious defects and residue 4.2 Ullage in large compartments is identified and assessed for compliance with the current ADG Code and regulatory requirements 4.3 Transport documentation is checked to ensure that dangerous goods markings and vehicle placards are consistent with the load being carried and are legible and clearly visible 4.4 Dangerous goods loads are checked for compatibility and segregation in accordance with regulatory requirements |
5 Follow emergency procedures |
5.1 Hazchem codes are understood and appropriately applied in emergency response situations 5.2 Hazchem codes for a mixed load of dangerous goods are identified 5.3 Emergency information required for the dangerous goods being transported is appropriately identified 5.4 Driver's role and obligations in an emergency situation, are identified in accordance with a Transport Emergency Response Plan 5.5 Appropriate communication to notify relevant personnel and emergency services is identified and applied 5.6 Safety equipment is used for containment, clean up or recovery as appropriate |
6 Check safety equipment and its use |
6.1 Safety equipment is determined according to the type of dangerous goods being transported in accordance with current ADG Code and regulatory requirements 6.2 The suitability and compliance of personal protective equipment required is assessed 6.3 Personal protective equipment and safety equipment is used in accordance with workplace and regulatory requirements |
7 Maintain dangerous goods documentation |
7.1 Transport documentation is accurate and completed in accordance with workplace and regulatory requirements including the current ADG Code 7.2 Transport documentation is appropriately amended according to regulations and enterprise procedures 7.3 Transport documentation is correctly located in the cabin in accordance with regulatory requirements |
8 Secure and protect vehicle load |
8.1 Load restraint method/s for the transport of dangerous goods in accordance with current ADG Code and other regulatory requirements are appropriately established 8.2 Load restraint systems and securing points are inspected for suitability, excessive wear, and obvious defects |
9 Plan , control and manage transfer of dangerous goods |
9.1 Positioning of vehicle for dangerous goods bulk transfer is in accordance with current regulatory and enterprise procedures 9.2 Suitable safety measures for each class of dangerous goods being transferred are identified 9.3 Operation of battery isolation switches is clearly identified 9.4 Transfer equipment and adequacy of lighting levels are identified and checked for compatibility 9.5 Responsibilities of drivers during transfer of dangerous goods are identified 9.6 Emergency procedures in the event of a spill or leak during transfer are identified 9.7 Hoses used to transfer dangerous goods have been appropriately tested in accordance with regulatory requirements |
10 Plan and manage safe transport of dangerous goods |
10.1 Regulatory procedures for carrying passengers while transporting dangerous goods are identified 10.2 Prohibited practices and the carrying of prohibited objects during transport are identified 10.3 Regulatory and enterprise procedures for planning routes covering driving, parking, loading and unloading, uncoupling and/or securing the vehicle are assessed 10.4 Transport routes are planned to ensure prohibited areas and restricted routes are observed 10.5 Appropriate parking requirements are identified in accordance with regulatory requirements 10.6 Regulatory requirements relating to the transport of empty or nominally empty packaging used to transport dangerous goods are identified in accordance with the current ADG code 10.7 Regulatory and enterprise procedures and driver's role in vehicle breakdown situations are appropriately indentified and implemented |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS |
This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit. |
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Evidence Guide
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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. |
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Range Statement
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The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. |
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Operations may be conducted: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable
Competency Field
Competency Field |
LIC - Licensing Units |