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Clean and inspect pallets

Clean and inspect pallets

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIW2021A
State Code
D5373
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2011
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/10/2014
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
31/10/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to clean and inspect pallets in accordance with workplace requirements including identifying workplace procedures, resources and job specifications for cleaning pallets; inspecting and cleaning pallets; and monitoring and maintaining cleanliness and tidiness of pallet cleaning and storage areas. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Identify workplace procedures, resources and requirements for cleaning pallets
  • 1.1 Workplace operating procedures, including occupational health and safety requirements for pallet cleaning, are identified and read
  • 1.2 Equipment (including appropriate engineering controls and personal protective equipment) and consumables are selected in accordance with work area requirements
  • 1.3 Specific requirements for pallet inspection and cleaning are identified and used in the planning of work activities
  • 1.4 Requirements for the organisation of pallet storage before and after cleaning are identified to meet workplace requirements
2Inspect and clean pallets
  • 2.1 Information on serviceability requirements of pallets for required purposes is accessed and read
  • 2.2 Pallet design features are noted and pallet types are identified for particular purposes
  • 2.3 Pallets are inspected prior to, and during, cleaning to ensure that condition is appropriate for required use
  • 2.4 Damaged pallets are tagged for repair or recycling
  • 2.5 Pallets are cleaned following workplace procedures
  • 2.6 Pallets are sorted and stacked in appropriate storage areas
  • 2.7 Work is carried out following workplace practices and safe work procedures
3Monitor and maintain cleanliness and tidiness of pallet cleaning and storage areas
  • 3.1 Initiative is used to continuously monitor the cleanliness, safety and tidiness of the pallet cleaning and storage area
  • 3.2 Housekeeping issues are raised with designated personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.3 Cleaning equipment and supplies are maintained and stored
4Complete assigned pallet cleaning and inspection duties
  • 4.1 Assigned pallet cleaning and inspection duties are conducted in accordance with workplace requirements
  • 4.2 Documentation concerning cleaning operations is completed in accordance with workplace procedures
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.
Work may be conducted in a range of work environments by day or night
in a range of work environments by day or night
Customers may be:
internal or external
Workplaces may comprise:
large, medium or small worksites
Workplace environment may include:
movement of equipment, goods, products, materials and vehicular traffic
The docking process is conducted:
as part of manufacture/repair activities with the operator using discretion and judgement within established specifications
Cleaning operations may be conducted:
by hand or machine involving detergents or solvents
Inspection may be:
by eye or using testing equipment
Workplace requirements for completing cleaning activities may include:
containing used cleaning agents and waste water in an appropriate manner
sorting and appropriately storing recyclable materials for collection
identifying maintenance requirements of any damaged equipment
tagging faulty equipment and notifying appropriate personnel of maintenance requirements of damaged or non-functioning equipment
checking work areas to ensure they meet required workplace standards
completing and maintaining schedules and records
OH&S requirements include:
manual handling, protective clothing, elimination/control of hazards, machine isolation and machine guarding
Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:
chemicals
dangerous or hazardous substances
stationary and moving equipment, parts and materials
noise, light, energy sources
electrical equipment
humidity, air temperature, radiant heat
debris on floor
faulty racking
poorly stacked materials or finished pallets
faulty equipment
Personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
safety glasses
two-way radios
high visibility clothing
Consultative processes may involve:
workplace personnel
supervisors and managers
customers/clients
suppliers
contractors
union representatives
industrial relations and OH&S specialists
other professional or technical staff
Communication in the work area may include:
phone
fax
email
internet
barcode readers
oral, aural or signed communications
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established or standard procedures
Information/documents may include:
job specifications and workplace operating procedures
relevant Australian or international standards
manufacturers specifications for equipment/tools
supplier and/or client instructions
quality assurance standards for pallet manufacture
material safety data sheets (where applicable)
codes of practice including the National Standards for Manual Handling and the Industry Safety Code
relevant regulations including the ADG Code
award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements
standards and certification requirements
emergency procedures
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant codes and regulations pertaining to pallet manufacture
Australian Standards AS 2858 and AS 2082
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
licence, patent or copyright arrangements
ADG Code and regulations
workplace relations regulations including equal opportunity, equal employment opportunity and affirmative action legislation
workers compensation regulations
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
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AWL17 TLIW2021 Clean and inspect pallets Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
W917 TLI21610 Certificate II in Warehousing Operations Qualification