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Plan loading of dangerous goods

Plan loading of dangerous goods

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFEXO069
State Code
AVR96
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
26/10/2020
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required to plan loading of dangerous goods in accordance with relevant regulatory requirements and workplace procedures. It includes assessing the goods/freight to be loaded, planning the transfer and loading operations, and completing all required documentation.This unit applies to personnel with responsibility for resource coordination and allocation.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit work autonomously, usually managing individuals and teams. They would use discretion and judgement, and take responsibility for the quality of their output. They would perform complex tasks in a broad range of complex contexts utilising strategic and highly specialised knowledge.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Plan transfer/loading operations
  • 1.1 Coordinate and liaise with stakeholders
  • 1.2 Identify goods to be transported
  • 1.3 Assess compatibility of dangerous goods
  • 1.4 Determine degree of risk for transported dangerous goods
  • 1.5 Plan segregation and storage requirements for safe transport
  • 1.6 Develop plans for dangerous goods transfer/loading operations and communicate to relevant personnel
  • 1.7 Determine marking and placard load requirements
  • 1.8 Plan and coordinate delivery and pick up operations
  • 1.9 Identify risks and shortfalls and develop contingency plans
  • 1.10 Provide team briefings and coordinate resource allocations
2 Document and review procedures
  • 2.1 Document dangerous goods loading procedures to meet organisational requirements including completion of dangerous goods declarations
  • 2.2 Assess shipping documentation
  • 2.3 Check drivers/operators and dangerous goods licenses and insurance requirements in relation to load
  • 2.4 Record and report variations in load deliveries and pick-ups
  • 2.5 Evaluate and refine planning processes and procedures in response to operational feedback
  • 2.6 Manage records and documents
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