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Carry out quarantine procedures
Carry out quarantine procedures
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIA4051A
TLIA4051A
State Code
D4929
D4929
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/10/2014
Field of Education
080311 - International Business
Original Release Date
30/10/2014
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required by an Accredited Person to carry out the requirements of the quarantine Co-Regulation Schemes in accordance with Australian Quarantine Inspection Service (AQIS) regulatory and workplace requirements. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Confirm AQIS accreditation status for clearance
- 1.1 Appropriate checks are made to assess if the business has a valid Compliance Agreement with AQIS for the relevant Co-Regulation Scheme
- 1.2 Ensure information is conveyed to AQIS by answering a question on this matter as appropriate at the time of lodgement of the import declaration
2Assess a packing declaration
- 2.1 Packing declaration is checked to confirm whether or not it contains acceptable straw, timber and bark declarations in accordance with the relevant Scheme's Processes and Outcomes Document and the Containerised Cargo Clearance Resources Document
- 2.2 Packing declaration is checked to confirm that all other critical information is present as detailed in the relevant Scheme's Processes and Outcomes Document and the Containerised Cargo Clearance Resources Document
- 2.3 If the packing declaration is unacceptable or if required information is missing, it is declared to AQIS at the time of lodgement of the import declaration
3Assess a treatment certificate
- 3.1 Treatment certificate is checked to confirm whether or not the treatment provider is acceptable to AQIS
- 3.2 Treatment certificate is checked to confirm that all critical fields are present, correct and legible as detailed in the Scheme's Processes and Outcomes Document and the Containerised Cargo Clearance Resources Document
- 3.3 Treatment certificate is checked to confirm that this treatment, dosage and duration is acceptable and in accordance with the requirements of the Scheme's Processes and Outcomes Document and the Containerised Cargo Clearance Resources Document
4Convert quantities detailed in treatment certificates
- 4.1 Quantities of fumigants stated in a treatment certificate as being used to treat a given volume of material are checked against AQIS requirements
- 4.2 Where necessary, required conversions are carried out to ensure that the quantity of fumigant and volume of material are at the correct dosage
5Check and confirm unpack destination for FCL/X consignments
- 5.1 The unpack postcode for FCL consignments is determined as metropolitan, rural or semi-rural in accordance with the Scheme's Processes and Outcomes Document and the Containerised Cargo Clearance Resources Document
- 5.2 If a FCL or FCX consignment is to be unpacked at a rural or semi-rural address as identified by the postcode and the AQIS Containerised Cargo Clearance Resources Document, it is declared to AQIS at the time of lodgement of the import declaration
6Confirm that all commodity documentation is valid and meets AQIS requirements
- 6.1 Information contained in packing declarations and treatment certificate is verified as containing a linking consignment identifier or numerical link to the shipment in accordance with the Scheme's Processes and Outcomes Document and the Containerised Cargo Clearance Resources Document
7Confirm that all commodity documentation is valid and meets AQIS requirements
- 7.1 Determine information and documentation required for assessment in accordance with the Scheme's Processes and Outcomes Document
- 7.2 Assess documentation to determine if the commodity is in scope as required by the Scheme's Processes and Outcomes Document
- 7.3 Ensure documentation contains linkage to the consignment as required by the Scheme's Processes and Outcomes Document
- 7.4 Assess documentation in accordance with the requirements of the Scheme's Processes and Outcomes Document
8Enter required Processing Types and Automatic Entry Processing (AEP) codes
- 8.1 Determine the AQIS Processing Type and enter it into the AQIS Processing Type field in the Joint Entry Management Computer System (JEMS) in accordance with the Processes and Outcomes Document for each of the relevant Co-Regulation Schemes
- 8.2 Determine the Quarantine Approved Premise where the activity is to take place in accordance with the Processes and Outcomes Document for EACH of the relevant Co-Regulation Schemes. The QAP Code is entered into the QAP Field on the Joint Entry Management Computer System (JEMS) in accordance with the Processes and Outcomes Document for each of the relevant Co-Regulation Schemes
9Ensure that all documentation and records are completed and correctly retained
- 9.1 All principal documentation and records of cleared imports including all relevant shipping documents, packing declarations, bills of lading, etc. are maintained in accordance AQIS Co-Regulation Scheme requirements
- 9.2 Clients are advised that AQIS may call up this documentation during any audit
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.
An Accredited Person is a person who is:
accredited under the relevant AQIS Co-Regulation Scheme: who has successfully completed the AQIS approved training course fulfilled accreditation requirements. In order to perform tasks under the Co-Regulations Scheme, an Accredited Person must also operate in a business that is a signatory to an existing Compliance Agreement with AQIS
The AQIS Co-Regulation Schemes are:
a scheme developed to allow business entities to subscribe to a Compliance Agreement with AQIS, and for the business's Accredited Persons to assess commodity and non-commodity documentation on behalf of AQIS, in order to facilitate the quarantine clearance of freight
Information on relevant aspects of commodity and non-commodity freight clearance practices may include:
AQIS Containerised Cargo Document for each Co-Regulation Scheme
Processes and Outcomes Document for each Co-Regulation Scheme
commodity requirements and treatment
AQIS AEP system and related procedure statements and codes
the legislation and procedures relating to the non-commodity quarantine clearance of freight
ICON an AQIS online database
The term 'straw' may include:
straw
cereal
rice hulls
and other unprocessed plant materials
The term 'timber' may include:
crates
cases
dunnage
pallets
skids
any other timber used as a shipping aid
The term 'bark' is defined as:
the external natural layer covering trees and branches. This material is distinct and separable from processed timber
Quarantine non-commodity clearance documentation may include:
packing declarations
treatment certificates
shipping documents
bills of lading
commercial invoices
physio sanitary certificates
Unpacking destinations may include:
metropolitan destinations
fringe rural destinations
rural destinations
Depending on the organisation concerned, workplace procedures may be called:
standard operating procedures (SOPs)
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Communication in the work area may include:
phone
ICS direct or via proprietary software to ICS
AQIS Import Management System (AIMS)
electronic data interchange (EDI)
fax
email
internet
RF systems
oral, aural or signed communications
Consultative processes may involve:
other employees and supervisors
clients
AQIS officers
management and union representatives
Documentation and records may include:
the AQIS Containerised Cargo Clearance Document
Enterprise Compliance Agreement with AQIS
AQIS Operational Procedure Statements for the Automatic Entry Processing for FCL Scheme
packing declarations
treatment certificates
shipping documents
bills of lading
commercial invoices
physio sanitary certificates
goods identification numbers and codes, manifests, delivery notes, consignment notes, authorised weighbridge certificates, and special clearances
internal documentation used for non-commodity quarantine clearance activities
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for non-commodity quarantine freight clearance operation
operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation
manufacturers specifications for equipment
workplace procedures and policies
AQIS and client instructions
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
Applicable legislation and regulations may include:
Quarantine Act 1908 and Regulations
codes of practice of the Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Australia
export/import/quarantine/bond requirements
relevant state/territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation
workplace relations regulations
workers compensation regulations
equal opportunity legislation
equal employment opportunity and affirmative action legislation
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
An Accredited Person is a person who is:
accredited under the relevant AQIS Co-Regulation Scheme: who has successfully completed the AQIS approved training course fulfilled accreditation requirements. In order to perform tasks under the Co-Regulations Scheme, an Accredited Person must also operate in a business that is a signatory to an existing Compliance Agreement with AQIS
The AQIS Co-Regulation Schemes are:
a scheme developed to allow business entities to subscribe to a Compliance Agreement with AQIS, and for the business's Accredited Persons to assess commodity and non-commodity documentation on behalf of AQIS, in order to facilitate the quarantine clearance of freight
Information on relevant aspects of commodity and non-commodity freight clearance practices may include:
AQIS Containerised Cargo Document for each Co-Regulation Scheme
Processes and Outcomes Document for each Co-Regulation Scheme
commodity requirements and treatment
AQIS AEP system and related procedure statements and codes
the legislation and procedures relating to the non-commodity quarantine clearance of freight
ICON an AQIS online database
The term 'straw' may include:
straw
cereal
rice hulls
and other unprocessed plant materials
The term 'timber' may include:
crates
cases
dunnage
pallets
skids
any other timber used as a shipping aid
The term 'bark' is defined as:
the external natural layer covering trees and branches. This material is distinct and separable from processed timber
Quarantine non-commodity clearance documentation may include:
packing declarations
treatment certificates
shipping documents
bills of lading
commercial invoices
physio sanitary certificates
Unpacking destinations may include:
metropolitan destinations
fringe rural destinations
rural destinations
Depending on the organisation concerned, workplace procedures may be called:
standard operating procedures (SOPs)
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Communication in the work area may include:
phone
ICS direct or via proprietary software to ICS
AQIS Import Management System (AIMS)
electronic data interchange (EDI)
fax
internet
RF systems
oral, aural or signed communications
Consultative processes may involve:
other employees and supervisors
clients
AQIS officers
management and union representatives
Documentation and records may include:
the AQIS Containerised Cargo Clearance Document
Enterprise Compliance Agreement with AQIS
AQIS Operational Procedure Statements for the Automatic Entry Processing for FCL Scheme
packing declarations
treatment certificates
shipping documents
bills of lading
commercial invoices
physio sanitary certificates
goods identification numbers and codes, manifests, delivery notes, consignment notes, authorised weighbridge certificates, and special clearances
internal documentation used for non-commodity quarantine clearance activities
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for non-commodity quarantine freight clearance operation
operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation
manufacturers specifications for equipment
workplace procedures and policies
AQIS and client instructions
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
Applicable legislation and regulations may include:
Quarantine Act 1908 and Regulations
codes of practice of the Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Australia
export/import/quarantine/bond requirements
relevant state/territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation
workplace relations regulations
workers compensation regulations
equal opportunity legislation
equal employment opportunity and affirmative action legislation
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:
identifying and interpreting the quarantine Co-Regulation Schemes
confirming accreditation status for container clearance
assessing a packing declaration
assessing a treatment certificate
converting quantities detailed in treatment certificates
identifying that all relevent documentation is valid and meets all requirements
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
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:
identifying and interpreting the quarantine Co-Regulation Schemes
confirming accreditation status for container clearance
assessing a packing declaration
assessing a treatment certificate
converting quantities detailed in treatment certificates
identifying that all relevent documentation is valid and meets all requirements
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
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| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W936 | TLI41610 | Certificate IV in International Freight Forwarding (Senior Operator) | Qualification |