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Clean and inspect pallets

Clean and inspect pallets

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIW2021
State Code
AWL17
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
29/02/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/08/2016
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
04/08/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to clean and inspect pallets in accordance with regulations and workplace requirements in the transport and logistics industry.It includes 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 relevant to pallet manufacturing processes.Work is generally performed under some supervision, within a team/group environment. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Identify workplace procedures, resources and requirements for cleaning pallets
  • 1.1 Workplace operating procedures, including work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements for pallet cleaning, are identified and read
  • 1.2 Hazards are identified, risks are assessed and control measures are implemented
  • 1.3 Equipment, including appropriate engineering controls and personal protective equipment, and consumables are selected in accordance with work area requirements
  • 1.4 Specific requirements for pallet inspection and cleaning are identified and used in planning of work activities
  • 1.5 Requirements for organisation of pallet storage before and after cleaning are identified to meet workplace requirements
2 Inspect 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 in accordance with workplace practices and safe work procedures
3 Monitor and maintain cleanliness and tidiness of pallet cleaning and storage areas
  • 3.1 Initiative is used to continuously monitor cleanliness, safety and tidiness of 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
4 Complete 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
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5373 TLIW2021A Clean and inspect pallets Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OCY81 TLIW0002 Clean and inspect pooled equipment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BFD8 TLI20419 Certificate II in Warehousing Operations Qualification
AZP9 TLI21616 Certificate II in Warehousing Operations Qualification