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.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of:

locating resources necessary for the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods

utilising classification tools as directed

selecting and using the technology required to classify commodities for the import and export of goods

completing classification in accordance with legislation

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts

Resources for assessment include:

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

Assessment of this unit must be undertaken by a registered training organisation

As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests

Practical assessment must occur:

through activities in an appropriately simulated environment at the registered training organisation, and/or

in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

This describes the essential knowledge and skills and their level required for this unit.

Required knowledge:

Customs and related legislation relevant to the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

Relevant OH&S and environmental protection procedures and guidelines

Customs and workplace procedures and policies for the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

Focus of operation of work systems, equipment, management and site operating systems for the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

Problems that may occur when classifying commodities for the import and export of goods through customs and appropriate action that can be taken to resolve the problems

Information on relevant aspects of the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

Types of goods and related classification and documentation requirements

Sources of information on new developments in the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

Ways of learning the skills and knowledge required for new developments in the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

Cultural differences amongst customers, internal and external freight contacts and within the operational team and their implications when providing customs classification services

Documentation and recording requirements for the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

Steps involved in planning the work activities

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when classifying commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

Locate, read and interpret instructions, procedures and information relevant to the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

Plan and organise work activities when classifying commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

Select and use relevant computer/communication/office equipment when classifying commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

Enter information using appropriate technology

Work collaboratively as part of an operational team

Adapt appropriately to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions with others

Modify activities depending on differing workplace contexts, risk situations and environments, including taking appropriate initiatives within allowable limits

Solve problems that may arise when classifying commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

Take responsibility for classifying commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

Identify, interpret and learn skills and knowledge required for relevant new developments in the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

Work systematically with required attention to detail without injury to self or others, or damage to goods or equipment

Locate the resources necessary for the classification of goods

Record work outcomes

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.

Information on relevant aspects of the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs may include:

the reasons for the Customs Tariff Act 1995 and for the imposition of duty on imported goods

the content of the Customs Tariff Act 1995 and the various sections within the Act as they relate to the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

the schedules of the tariff and comparisons between the sub-heading structures at various levels in order to arrive at correct classification and duty rates

the Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System and the Australian Customs Tariff Act 1995

comparisons and differences between the various rules for tariff classification purposes

the principles of classification in the identification of goods for tariff purposes and their application to the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

the legal notes to the tariff and the context of each note and the application of this context to the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs

the applications of the various aids available to the classification process

Where goods for classification are not available, sample of goods may be in the form of:

photographic (still, video or electronically transmitted image)

a written description including technical drawings

Resources to classify goods includes:

Australian Harmonized Export Classification Book (ISBN 0 642 4772 3)

the combined Customs Tariff Act 1995

precedents database

dictionaries

trade or technical publications

Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSEN)

Examples of previous related classifications include:

candidate's and colleagues' previous classifications

examples from texts and reference materials

Client consultation may be required where:

characteristics of goods cannot be determined from available information or require clarification in relation to use, function, context (as a component of another item)

Assistance may include:

advice from supervisor or manager, more experienced colleagues, customs brokers, training staff, technical experts

using reference material within organisation, training providers, professional libraries, trade journals

consulting technical experts in the industry, professional association or a training provider

New developments in the classification of commodities may relate to changes in:

technology

regulations

processes

systems

Information on new developments in the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods may be obtained from:

internal networks such as: own work team, staff in other departments, support staff, managers, training staff, etc.

external networks such as: staff in various regulatory authorities

bulletins, journals, magazines, books, etc.

internet websites

internal and external training programs

Ways of learning skills and knowledge required for new developments in the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods may include:

external training programs

internal training programs

reading independently

coaching in the workplace

online learning on a computer

networking with relevant internal and external contacts

Depending on the organisation concerned, workplace procedures may be called:

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Communication in the work area may include:

phone

electronic data interchange (EDI)

fax

email

internet

RF systems

oral, aural or signed communications

Consultative processes may involve:

other employees and supervisors

personnel in relevant authorities and institutions

management and union representatives

industrial relations and OH&S specialists

Documentation and records may include:

Customs and related legislation

dictionaries

trade or technical publications

Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSEN)

manifests, delivery notes, special clearances, consignment notes, authorised weighbridge certificates, and special clearances

internal documentation

operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation

manufacturers specifications for relevant equipment

workplace procedures and policies

supplier and/or client instructions

quality assurance procedures

extrinsic material (as defined in the Acts Interpretation Act)

Applicable legislation and regulations may include:

Customs and related legislation

other legislation related to importing and exporting of goods

export/import/quarantine/bond requirements

relevant state/territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation

Australian Harmonized Export Classification Book

workplace relations regulations

equal opportunity legislation

equal employment opportunity and affirmative action legislation

Customs Tariff Act 1995