Unit of competency Outline

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Handle and move equipment, goods and mail

Handle and move equipment, goods and mail

Unit of competency
National Code
HLTHSS010
State Code
OEI26
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
25/11/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/06/2023
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
15/06/2023
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge to perform safe collection, handling, sorting, movement, portage and delivery of items to internal and external customers.This unit applies to workers providing porter, courier or similar services in a health or community services setting. Work is typically performed under supervision, with predetermined guidelines.The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to move equipment, goods and mail.
  • 1.1. Sort equipment, goods and mail for collection for internal or external delivery using personal protective equipment (PPE) when required.
  • 1.2. Ensure sorting area is kept clean and tidy.
  • 1.3. Determine if assistance is required to lift or move equipment goods safely.
  • 1.4. Plan routes and transportation requirements.
2. Collect and deliver equipment, goods and mail.
  • 2.1. Disconnect and clean equipment in accordance with organisational requirements.
  • 2.2. Lift and move equipment and goods safely in accordance with organisational procedures.
  • 2.3. Secure equipment, goods and mail for transportation.
  • 2.4. Collect items for internal or external delivery.
  • 2.5. Deliver and place equipment, goods and mail according to instructions and schedules.
  • 2.6. Position and reconnect equipment according to organisational requirements.
3. Finalise collections and deliveries.
  • 3.1. Report and document faulty equipment and goods following organisational procedures.
  • 3.2. Return repaired equipment to required location.
  • 3.3. Complete required documentation.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVZ70 HLTHSS004 Handle and move equipment, goods and mail Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BID0 HLT23221 Certificate II in Health Support Services Qualification