Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Compliance documentation may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
relevant codes and regulations for the transfer of cargo/freight
relevant Australian standards, international regulations and code of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances, including:
relevant Australian and International Dangerous Goods Codes
relevant Australian marine orders
relevant International Maritime Dangerous Goods Codes
relevant IATA's 'Dangerous Goods by Air' regulations
relevant Australian and international explosives codes
water and road use
relevant licence arrangements
export/import/quarantine/bond requirements
relevant federal/state/territory OHS legislation
relevant environmental protection legislation
relevant explosive legislation and code of practice
relevant inspection legislation and code of practice
workers compensation regulations
workplace relations
emergency procedures
hazard policies and procedures including code of practice
issue resolution procedures
job procedures and work instructions
relevant guidelines relating to the safe use of machinery and equipment including the tagging of unserviceable or damaged items
quality assurance procedures
security procedures
following recognised housekeeping processes
waste, pollution and recycling management processes
incidents reported in accordance with statutory requirements and enterprise procedures
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Load may include:
equipment
plant
personnel
goods with specialist requirements such as:
temperature controlled goods
dangerous goods
Environmental issues may include:
culturally-sensitive sites and artefacts
drainage
dust
emissions
flora and fauna
hazardous chemicals
heritage legislation
noise
route taken
runoff
spills
water quality
day or night
restricted spaces
exposed conditions
open environments
small, medium or large worksites
Equipment may include:
ancillary equipment such as:
generators
pumps
lights
compressors
cleaning equipment
power tools
hand tools
cutting implements
drill rig and associated drilling components such as:
rods
bits
augers
down hole hammer
down hole tools of all types
support vehicles
earth moving equipment
equipment components
flags
float
laser profile
lifting and handling equipment such as:
winch
crane
block
tackle
pegs
pipes
pump system and components
rope measuring tape
signs
tapes
vehicles approved for dangerous goods
water
water trucks
witches hats
Personnel may include:
supervisors
drivers
drillers
blasters
tradespersons
maintenance staff/service personnel
contractors
inspectors
visitors
holders of appropriate tickets
personnel authorised by worksite management
workplace personnel
official representatives
Hazards may include:
exposure to chemicals
dangerous goods
movement of dangerous goods
equipment
movement of equipment
vehicular traffic
Start-up, par-up and shutdown procedures may include:
correct identification and location of equipment
safety mechanisms check including:
horn
operating lights
vehicle is left secured
Calculation may include:
height
weight
width
transport routes may include:
haul roads
major and minor site access roads
major and minor site roads
pit access roads
public and private roads
service roads
Restraints may include:
seatbelts
Personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear
safety footwear
safety glasses
two-way radios
protective clothing
high visibility clothing
Operating capacity of the transport vehicle may include:
duration of operation
efficient and safe operating speed
operating limitations/weight/ and or load
pre-operational checks may include:
air filter restriction indicator
cab including:
horn
lights
air conditioner
computer systems
display instrumentation such as indicators and gauges
orange and red engine and stop engine lights
fluid levels including:
windscreen washer tank
hydraulic oil
coolant
grease
water
engine oil
fuel
visual and audio warning devices and lights
SWL or WLL is calculated using formulae for the particular type of lifting equipment
lifting equipment is checked to determine safe working order for the transfer
Documentation may include:
goods identification numbers and codes
manifests
bar codes
goods and container identification/serial numbers
manufacturer's specifications
enterprise operating procedures and policies
supplier and/or client instructions
materials safety data sheet
communication records including:
phone exchange
electronic data interchange
fax
email
internet
radio
oral
aural
written
signed communications
Australian and international code of practice and regulations relevant to the transfer of cargo including:
relevant Australian standards for manual handling
industry safety codes
handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances
operations manuals
job specifications
induction documentation
workplace procedures
workplace policies
enterprise bargaining agreement
other industrial arrangements
awards
standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
supplier and/or client instructions
dangerous goods declarations
materials safety data sheet

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

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 worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for transporting plant, equipment and personnel
implementation of requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient transportation of plant, equipment and personnel
working with others to undertake and complete the transportation of plant, equipment and personnel that meet all of the required outcomes
consistent timely transportation of plant, equipment and personnel that safely, effectively and efficiently meet the required outcomes
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in a resources and infrastructure sector environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to the site circumstances.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment should sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities. Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate requirements, procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of required outcomes
consistent achievement of required outcomes
first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the transportation of plant, equipment and personnel
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.