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:

assessing security risks arising from the nature of the load

planning and implementing procedures for the safe and efficient loading/unloading and movement of dangerous goods

demonstrating knowledge of security procedures required if security measures change

determining (any) required permits and licensing requirements

identifying job and site hazards and planning work to minimise risks

selecting appropriate equipment and work systems to maintain the security of loads within requirements for safe handling and protection of goods, transport, personnel and the public

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:

Relevant regulations and codes concerning the handling, transfer and transport of dangerous goods, including the current Australian Dangerous Goods Code

Licence and permit requirements applicable to dangerous goods and hazardous substances

Application of relevant Australian and international standards and associated certification requirements

Relevant OH&S and environmental protection procedures and regulations

Workplace procedures for planning and managing security for transferring and transporting dangerous goods and hazardous substances

Security problems that may occur when transferring and transporting dangerous goods and hazardous substances and action that can be taken to report or resolve the problems

Hazards that may exist when transferring and transporting dangerous goods and hazardous substances and ways of controlling the risks involved

Focus of operation of work systems, resources, management and workplace operating systems

Equipment applications, capacities, configurations, safety hazards and control

Quality and customer service standards, policies and procedures

Resource availability including the competencies of individuals in the team/group

The application of current competencies within functional activity

Relevant workplace documentation procedures

Visual inspection procedures

Required skills:

Communicate effectively with others when planning and managing security procedures for the transfer and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances

Read and interpret instructions, procedures, information and regulations relevant to the planning and managing of security procedures for the transfer and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances

Interpret and follow operational instructions and prioritise work

Complete documentation related to the planning and managing of security procedures for the transfer and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances

Operate electronic communication equipment to required protocol

Provide leadership and work collaboratively with others when planning and managing security procedures for the transfer and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances

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

Promptly report and/or rectify any identified problems when planning and managing security procedures for the transfer and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures

Identify the factors in work schedules, time and resource requirements (including sourcing expertise external to the work team) when planning and managing security procedures for the transfer and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances

Implement contingency plans for unanticipated situations that may occur when planning and managing security procedures for the transfer and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances

Suggest improvements to housekeeping and workplace operations and negotiate changes

Apply precautions and required action to minimise, control or eliminate hazards that may exist during work activities

Plan and organise systems and activities

Monitor work activities in terms of planned schedule

Modify activities depending on differing operational contingencies, risk situations and environments

Provide customer and client service

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

Select and apply appropriate technology, information systems and procedures

Adapt to differences in equipment in accordance with standard operating procedures

Select and use required personal protective equipment conforming to industry and OH&S standards

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

Work may be undertaken:

in various work environments in the warehousing, storage, transport and distribution industries

Customers may be:

internal or external

Operations may be conducted:

by day or night

The workplace environment may involve:

twenty-four hour operation

single and multi-site location

large, medium and small workplaces

Indications of potential security risks may include:

consignment is unsealed

consignment in unusual position

consignment displays evidence of having been tampered with

loose goods in the consignment

consignment presents a potential fire hazard

signs of possible security breaches

Plans for dangerous goods transfer/loading operations may encompass consideration of:

approved transfer site

positioning of vehicle

safe operating procedures

specification of required personal protection and emergency equipment

specification of required transfer equipment/assemblies

permitted ullage and filling ratios and/or carrying capacities

segregation and/or storage requirements

emergency/incident procedures

customer requirements

Planning processes may require:

application of problem solving and contingency management skills

Security arrangements may be:

routine or established for particular purposes

Classes of dangerous goods are as:

defined in the respective Australian Codes

Standard placarding, marking and signage for identified dangerous goods are as:

required in the respective Australian Codes, including HAZCHEM codes

Hazards may include:

hazardous or dangerous materials/goods

contamination of, or from, materials being handled

noise, light, energy sources

stationary and moving machinery, parts or components

service lines

spill, leakages, ruptures

dust/vapours

ignition, fire and explosion

Hazard management is consistent with:

the principle of hierarchy of control with elimination, substitution, isolation and engineering control measures being selected before safe working practices and personal protective equipment

Requirements for work may include:

site restrictions and procedures

use of safety and personal protective equipment

communications equipment

specialised lifting, transfer and/or handling equipment

incident/accident/breakdown procedures

additional gear and equipment

authorities and permits

noise restrictions

hours of operation

Consultative processes may involve:

employees, supervisors and managers

suppliers, potential customers and existing clients

equipment manufacturers and suppliers

contractors

regulatory authorities and internal and external emergency services

dangerous goods and OH&S specialists

industrial relations specialists

other professional or technical staff

Communications systems may involve:

fixed and mobile telephone

radio

fax

email

electronic data transfer of information

mail and internal memo

Personal protective equipment may include but is not limited to:

gloves

safety clothing

safety glasses

safety headwear and footwear

two-way radios

face mask and respirators

high visibility clothing

Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:

company procedures

enterprise procedures

organisational procedures

established procedures

Documentation/records may include:

Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling, storage and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances

goods identification numbers and codes, including ADG and IMDG markings and HAZCHEM signs

relevant codes of practice, including the Australian Dangerous Goods Code, the Australian Explosives Code, the Industry Safety Code, and National Standards for Manual Handling

manifests, bar codes, goods and container identification/serial number

manufacturers specifications, instructions and labelling advice including material safety data sheets

workplace operating procedures, maintenance schedules and policies

operations manuals, job specifications and procedures and induction documentation

Safe Working Limits (SWL) and Working Load Limits (WLL) of transport options

supplier and/or client instructions

relevant Australian Standards, criteria and certification requirements

communications technology equipment and oral, aural or signed communications

quality assurance and customer service standards and procedures

emergency procedures

relevant competency standards and training materials

QA plans, data and document control

conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards

Applicable procedures and codes may include:

regulations and codes of practice related to loading/unloading of goods and manual handling including relevant road rules and mass and loading regulations

Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances, including:

Australian and International Dangerous Goods Codes

Australian Marine Orders and the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code

IATA Dangerous Goods by Air regulations

Australian and International Explosives Codes

relevant Australian Standards

relevant state/territory OH&S legislation

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation

transport licence or permit requirements and associated mass and loading regulations

patent or copyright arrangements

relevant workplace relations legislation

equal opportunity legislation

relevant workers compensation legislation

equal opportunity, equal employment opportunity and affirmative action legislation