This section describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.
Required skills:
apply correct manual handling techniques
assess safe working loads
solve problems in practical and safe ways
assess movement paths for transporting ODS and SGG containers in the workplace
move dangerous goods and ODS and SGG containers safely in the workplace
identify hazards in the work area in relation to receiving, classifying, moving, storing and dispatching ODS and SGG containers
check ODS and SGG containers for defects
condemn defective ODS and SGG containers
identify contents of ODS and SGG containers
interpret temperature and pressure graphs for different agents to determine pressure at a given temperature
label and isolate condemned ODS and SGG containers
make safe ODS and SGG containers according to work procedures
select and use relevant PPE
select and safely use tools, equipment and materials appropriate to a specific task
select and use relevant communications records when receiving, classifying, moving, storing and dispatching ODS and SGG containers
use appropriate workplace housekeeping procedures
plan and organise work in order to estimate time to complete activities and prioritise tasks
report and record information neatly and legibly when completing documentation
use effective customer service skills and relate to people from a range of social, cultural and ethnic backgrounds and with a range of physical and mental abilities
apply language, literacy and numeracy skills to:
communicate with others in a clear and concise manner in verbal, non-verbal and written modes
read, understand and comply with work instructions and specifications
read, understand and record measurements.
Required knowledge:
principles and procedures related to receiving, classifying, moving, storing and dispatching stock
implications of incorrect manual lifting techniques
implications of ignoring safety precautions used with mechanical and manual handling aids
site layout
reasons for preventing ODS and SGG emissions in the workplace
methods used to prevent ODS and SGG emissions in the workplace
types of ODS and SGG containers
methods used to make safe containers
types of materials stored in ODS and SGG containers
methods used to label condemned containers
methods used to isolate condemned containers
manual handling techniques and aids applied to receiving and moving ODS and SGG containers
documentation used to receive, classify, move, store and dispatch ODS and SGG containers
relevant federal, state or territory legislation that affects organisational operations, including:
anti-discrimination and diversity
equal employment opportunity
industrial relations.
KEY COMPETENCIES
The seven key competencies represent generic skills considered necessary for effective participation by an individual in the workplace.
Performance level 1 - at this level the candidate is required to undertake tasks effectively.
Performance level 2 - at this level the candidate is required to manage tasks.
Performance level 3 - at this level the candidate is required to use concepts for evaluating and reshaping tasks.
Key competency | Example of application | Performance level |
How are ideas and information communicated? | Collect information regarding the work environment and analyse against relevant policies and procedures. | 1 |
How can information be collected, analysed and organised? | Use information to resolve ODS and SGG container receiving issues with relevant persons. | 2 |
How are activities planned and organised? | Organise work tasks according to safe work practices while mindful of regulatory framework. | 2 |
How is teamwork used? | Contribute to a safe work environment. | 1 |
How are mathematical ideas and techniques used? | Weigh ODS and SGG containers and record weight using correct units of measurement. | 1 |
How are problem-solving skills applied? | Identify and report hazards and display initiative to identify problems. | 2 |
How is the use of technology applied? | Use manual handling aids and apply correct techniques. | 2 |