Modification History
Release 2. This is the second release of this unit in the TLI10 Transport and Logistics Training Package Version 4.0.
In Release 2 additions have been made to following Range Statements:
- Transport and logistics enterprises
- Security measures.
Release 2 is equivalent to the previous release.
Unit Descriptor
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to follow security procedures in the transport and logistics industries. It includes checking and maintaining the security of any goods and cargo, identifying and responding to any security threats or situations, and completing all required security records. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Application of the Unit
Persons achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable security regulations and the relevant sections of a transport organisation’s workplace security program and procedures.
Work is performed under some supervision generally within a team environment. It involves the application of an organisation's workplace security program and procedures and regulatory requirements to ensure that appropriate security procedures are followed when carrying out work activities in the transport, distribution, logistics and allied industries.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor.
Pre-Requisites
Nil.
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 required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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Maintain security of goods and cargo |
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Where applicable, goods and cargo are secured within specified locations, transport vehicles, vessels or aircraft in accordance with workplace security procedures and applicable security regulations |
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Seals, tamper proof packaging, locks and other security measures on goods or cargo are checked and maintained in accordance with workplace security procedures |
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Signs of pillaging, theft and interference are recognised and reported in accordance with workplace security procedures |
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Signs of suspicious goods and cargo are recognised and reported promptly to designated personnel |
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Any breaches of security requirements are reported promptly to designated personnel in accordance with workplace security procedures |
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Identify a security threat or situation |
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Security threat or situation is promptly identified and assessed and response is prioritised in accordance with the workplace security program and procedures |
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Implications of the security threat or situation are evaluated in accordance with workplace security program and procedures |
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Relevant personnel are alerted to the security threat or situation as required within workplace security procedures and program |
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Communications are maintained with relevant personnel to determine appropriate course of action |
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Respond to a security threat or situation |
3.1 |
Response to an identified security threat or situation is in accordance with workplace security procedures, received instructions, regulatory requirements and emergency response plan where relevant |
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Security threats or incidents are handled appropriately in accordance with established response plan and within limits of responsibility and duty of care |
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Responsibilities are fulfilled in accordance with the workplace security program and regulatory requirements |
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Assistance is provided in controlling the site both prior to and following arrival of security and/or emergency services |
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In the case of a security threat or emergency, assistance is provided to other staff and emergency services personnel conducting an initial survey of the scene |
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Directions of the controlling security/emergency authority are followed and all possible assistance is provided in response to those directions |
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Maintain security records |
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Records of security checks and precautions are kept as per workplace procedures |
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Reports of security incidents or threats are completed in accordance with workplace requirements and applicable security requirements |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This section describes the knowledge and skills required for this unit. |
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Evidence Guide
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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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include: applying the underpinning knowledge and skills identifying signs of disruption to goods and cargo identifying signs of a possible security threat responding to a possible security threat applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts. Resources for assessment include access to: a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or 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 equipment, and applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals. |
Method of assessment |
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate assessments using written/practical/oral assessments. Practical assessment must occur: through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, 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. |
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Transport and logistics enterprises may involve: |
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Work may be conducted: |
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Security procedures may be aimed at preventing or identifying: |
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Security measures may include: |
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Communication in the work area may include: |
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Personal protection equipment may include: |
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Depending on the organisation concerned workplace procedures may be called: |
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Information and documents may include: |
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Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not Applicable.
Competency Field
O - Security