Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Stevedoring
Certificate III in Stevedoring
TLI33516
AZP8
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 29/02/2016 | Current | Approved |
Description
This is a qualification for those engaged in operational roles in a stevedoring environment.
It involves a broad range of skilled applications applied in a wide variety of contexts, which may involve application of some discretion and judgement in selecting equipment, services or contingency measures. It may also include responsibility for coordinating the work of others.
Job roles
Job roles and titles vary across different sectors. Possible job titles relevant to this qualification include:
- Clerical Officer
- Crane Operator
- Equipment Controller
- Equipment Operator
- Team Leader.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
A total of thirteen (13) units of competency comprising:- four (4) core units listed below plus
- all units within one of the specialist elective unit groups (job roles) listed below plus
- a minimum of four (4) general elective units and a maximum of 5 general elective units listed below (depending on the specialist elective group or job role selected), or the remaining specialist elective units listed below.
Up to two (2) of the general elective units may be selected from any relevant nationally endorsed Training Package or accredited course. The general elective units must contribute to the vocational outcomes of the qualification.
Where imported units are selected, care must be taken to ensure that all prerequisite units specified are complied with.
1. Core Units
All four (4) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVJ53 | TLIF0001 | Apply chain of responsibility legislation, regulations and workplace procedures | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AUI52 | BSBWHS303 | Participate in WHS hazard identification, risk assessment and risk control | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVJ65 | TLIE2008 | Process workplace documentation | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AVJ60 | TLIE3021 | Work and communicate effectively with others | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A: Team Leading Elective Units
All units within one (1) specialist group (A,B,C,D,E OR F) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVI27 | TLIO3016 | Apply and monitor workplace security procedures | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVI66 | TLIL4005 | Apply conflict/grievance resolution strategies | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVJ35 | TLIF3003 | Implement and monitor work health and safety procedures | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVJ00 | TLIG3002 | Lead a work team or group | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B: Clerical Elective Units
All units within one (1) specialist group (A,B,C,D,E OR F) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVL08 | TLIA2009 | Complete and check import/export documentation | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVI30 | TLIO2021 | Follow security procedures when working with goods and cargo | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWN51 | TLIA3004 | Process receipt and delivery of containers and cargo | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVI82 | TLIK2010 | Use infotechnology devices in the workplace | 40 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C: Equipment Operations Elective Units
All units within one (1) specialist group (A,B,C,D,E OR F) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVK81 | TLIB2001 | Check and assess operational capabilities of equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVJ62 | TLIE3002 | Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AVI30 | TLIO2021 | Follow security procedures when working with goods and cargo | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWM67 | TLID2045 | Operate specialised light load shifting equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWM74 | TLID2012 | Operate specialised load shifting equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
5. Group D: Reefer Operations Elective Units
All units within one (1) specialist group (A,B,C,D,E OR F) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWN62 | TLIA2003 | Connect and disconnect reefer units | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVI30 | TLIO2021 | Follow security procedures when working with goods and cargo | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWN52 | TLIA3002 | Maintain container/cargo records | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AVI82 | TLIK2010 | Use infotechnology devices in the workplace | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWM23 | TLIF2068 | Work at height in the stevedoring industry | 25 | Unit of competency |
6. Group E: Equipment Control Elective Units
All units within one (1) specialist group (A,B,C,D,E OR F) must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AWN40 | TLIA3055 | Coordinate terminal/wharf equipment operations | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AVJ62 | TLIE3002 | Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AVI30 | TLIO2021 | Follow security procedures when working with goods and cargo | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVI82 | TLIK2010 | Use infotechnology devices in the workplace | 40 | Unit of competency |
7. Group F: Crane Operations Elective Units
At least four (4) units and a maximum of (5) units may be completed if a specialisation in Crane Operations is selected. One unit must be selected from either TLID3043, TLID3044 or TLID3047.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVK81 | TLIB2001 | Check and assess operational capabilities of equipment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVJ62 | TLIE3002 | Estimate/calculate mass, area and quantify dimensions | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AVI30 | TLIO2021 | Follow security procedures when working with goods and cargo | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AWM52 | TLID3044 | Shift loads using cranes | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWM53 | TLID3043 | Shift loads using gantry equipment | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AWM51 | TLID3047 | Shift loads using ship mounted crane | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AVJ61 | TLIE3015 | Undertake rigger/dogger and driver communication | 20 | Unit of competency |
8. General Elective Units
A minimum of four (4) general elective units and a maximum of five (5) general elective units listed below (depending on the specialist elective group or job role selected), or the remaining specialist elective units listed below.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J804 | TLI33513 | Certificate III in Stevedoring | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDR4 | TLI33518 | Certificate III in Stevedoring | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
The entry requirement for this qualification is the 8 core units of competency from TLI21416 Certificate II in Stevedoring listed below.
Entry requirement units
TLIA2050
Lash and unlash cargo and containers
TLID1001
Shift materials safely using manual handling methods
TLIE1003
Participate in basic workplace communication
TLIF1001
Follow work health and safety procedures
TLIF2006
Apply accident-emergency procedures
TLIF2010
Apply fatigue management strategies
TLIG1001
Work effectively with others
TLIU1009
Monitor plant and equipment in an environmentally sustainable manner
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