Unit of competency Outline
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21/07/2026 11:52 PM AWST
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Accept freight for air transport
Accept freight for air transport
Unit of competency
National Code
AVID2005B
AVID2005B
State Code
WB751
WB751
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/03/2013
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
21/03/2013
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to accept freight for air transport in accordance with IATA and other relevant regulatory requirements, including interpreting freight documentation; recognising dangerous goods, perishable freight, live freight, and freight in other special categories; accepting appropriate freight; declining to accept prohibited and improperly prepared freight; preparing required freight documentation; and stowing freight appropriately. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Interpret freight documentation
- 1.1 Received documentation for the transport of freight by air is examined and interpreted in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- 1.2 Types of freight to be transported are correctly identified in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
2Recognise dangerous goods
- 2.1 Freight containing dangerous goods is recognised in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- 2.2 All types of dangerous goods and items containing dangerous goods are correctly identified
- 2.3 Workplace procedures and regulatory requirements concerning the types of dangerous goods and their acceptance, handling, packing, storage, labelling etc. are interpreted and applied
3Recognise perishable freight
- 3.1 Freight containing perishable goods is recognised in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- 3.2 Workplace procedures and regulatory requirements concerning the various types of perishable goods and their acceptance, handling, packing, storage, labelling, etc. are interpreted and applied
4Accept appropriate freight
- 4.1 Where the identified freight is not permitted to be transported by air, the shipper is courteously advised that the freight cannot be accepted
- 4.2 The consignee is given an explanation of reasons why prohibited freight cannot be accepted and is referred to the relevant regulatory requirements in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.3 Where the identified freight is permitted to be transported by air, the requirements for packaging, labelling and handling are confirmed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements for the type of goods concerned
- 4.4 Freight accepted for air transport is checked to ensure that it is packaged and labelled in accordance with regulatory requirements
- 4.5 Freight accepted for air freight is handled in accordance with the relevant regulatory requirements for the type of goods concerned
5Prepare freight documentation
- 5.1 Relevant documentation, including an air waybill and check sheets are prepared and signed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- 5.2 Relevant documentation is attached to the freight, processed and filed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
6Stow freight
- 6.1 All freight is stowed in a warehouse and monitored in accordance with the workplace procedures and regulatory requirements for the types of goods concerned
- 6.2 Relevant personnel are advised of the disposition of the stowed freight in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
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.
Acceptance of freight for air transport may be carried out:
in any allowable operating and weather conditions
at freight depots, terminals and airports
in relation to any aircraft types in service in Australia on domestic and international flights
in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements
Performance may be demonstrated:
in appropriately simulated air freight acceptance situations, and/or
in an operational air freight acceptance situation at an airport
Types of freight may include but are not limited to:
general freight
loose freight
allowable dangerous goods
perishable goods
fragile goods
live freight
unaccompanied baggage
valuables
mail/express
diplomatic
human remains
Persons consulted during acceptance of freight for air transport may include:
customers
other members of the work team(s)
supervisors and managers
flight crew
dangerous goods experts and advisors
perishable goods experts and advisors
experts and advisors on the transport of animals and livestock
experts on other special categories of air freight
technical staff
Personal protection equipment may include but is not limited to:
gloves
safety footwear
safety glasses
mask or respirator (where applicable)
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
sun protection
Hazards may include:
hazardous or dangerous materials
contamination of, or from, materials being handled
spill, leakages, ruptures
dust/vapours
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
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may be referred to as:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures
Information/documents may include:
Civil Aviation Safety Regulations relevant to acceptance of freight for air transport
relevant IATA regulations
relevant Australian Standards and the industry codes of practice relevant to various categories of air freight
manifests, bar codes, goods and product identification
goods identification numbers and codes
supplier and/or client instructions
OH&S regulations
workplace procedures and instructions and job specification
workplace checklists for acceptance of various types of freight for air transport
cold chain checklists and guidelines for the air transport of perishable goods
emergency procedures
flight schedules
local instructions
induction and training materials
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the transport of various types of freight by air
relevant IATA regulations
IATA standard for air cargo acceptance (TACT Rules)
relevant requirements, standards and recommended practices of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) pertaining to acceptance of dangerous goods for air transport
Air Cargo Tariff (IATA)
Australian Civil Aviation Safety Regulations relevant to the identification and acceptance of dangerous goods for air transport
Civil Aviation Act
standards and codes of practice related to the acceptance of perishable goods for air transport
standards and codes of practice related to the acceptance of live freight for air transport
local instructions
relevant OH&S legislation
environmental protection legislation
relevant security regulations
relevant Australian Standards
industrial relations and workplace compensation legislation
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Acceptance of freight for air transport may be carried out:
in any allowable operating and weather conditions
at freight depots, terminals and airports
in relation to any aircraft types in service in Australia on domestic and international flights
in accordance with regulatory and workplace requirements
Performance may be demonstrated:
in appropriately simulated air freight acceptance situations, and/or
in an operational air freight acceptance situation at an airport
Types of freight may include but are not limited to:
general freight
loose freight
allowable dangerous goods
perishable goods
fragile goods
live freight
unaccompanied baggage
valuables
mail/express
diplomatic
human remains
Persons consulted during acceptance of freight for air transport may include:
customers
other members of the work team(s)
supervisors and managers
flight crew
dangerous goods experts and advisors
perishable goods experts and advisors
experts and advisors on the transport of animals and livestock
experts on other special categories of air freight
technical staff
Personal protection equipment may include but is not limited to:
gloves
safety footwear
safety glasses
mask or respirator (where applicable)
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
sun protection
Hazards may include:
hazardous or dangerous materials
contamination of, or from, materials being handled
spill, leakages, ruptures
dust/vapours
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
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may be referred to as:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures
Information/documents may include:
Civil Aviation Safety Regulations relevant to acceptance of freight for air transport
relevant IATA regulations
relevant Australian Standards and the industry codes of practice relevant to various categories of air freight
manifests, bar codes, goods and product identification
goods identification numbers and codes
supplier and/or client instructions
OH&S regulations
workplace procedures and instructions and job specification
workplace checklists for acceptance of various types of freight for air transport
cold chain checklists and guidelines for the air transport of perishable goods
emergency procedures
flight schedules
local instructions
induction and training materials
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the transport of various types of freight by air
relevant IATA regulations
IATA standard for air cargo acceptance (TACT Rules)
relevant requirements, standards and recommended practices of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) pertaining to acceptance of dangerous goods for air transport
Air Cargo Tariff (IATA)
Australian Civil Aviation Safety Regulations relevant to the identification and acceptance of dangerous goods for air transport
Civil Aviation Act
standards and codes of practice related to the acceptance of perishable goods for air transport
standards and codes of practice related to the acceptance of live freight for air transport
local instructions
relevant OH&S legislation
environmental protection legislation
relevant security regulations
relevant Australian Standards
industrial relations and workplace compensation legislation
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.
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 applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
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
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 applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
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
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWQ02 | AVID2005 | Accept freight for air transport | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S626 | AVI20408 | Certificate II in Aviation (Ground Operations and Service) | Qualification |