Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 9:10 AM AWST
22/07/2026 9:10 AM AWST
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Conduct aviation freight weighing operations
Conduct aviation freight weighing operations
Unit of competency
National Code
AVID2004B
AVID2004B
State Code
WB750
WB750
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2014
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
08/07/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to conduct aviation freight weighing operations in accordance with OH&S and other regulatory requirements, including interpreting freight documentation, weighing freight, measuring dimensions of freight, confirming measurements against freight documentation and completing and signing off the air waybill. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Interpret freight documentation
- 1.1 Freight documentation is accessed and interpreted in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
2Weigh freight
- 2.1 Weighing machine is prepared for use in accordance with manufacturers instructions and workplace procedures
- 2.2 Freight is weighed in accordance with manufacturers instructions and workplace procedures
- 2.3 Correct manual lifting procedures are used when transferring the freight to and from the weighing machine in accordance with OH&S regulations and workplace procedures
- 2.4 Measured weight of freight is accurately recorded in accordance with workplace procedures
3Measure dimensions of freight
- 3.1 Physical dimensions of the freight are measured in accordance with workplace procedures
- 3.2 Measured dimensions of the freight are recorded in accordance with workplace procedures
- 3.3 Freight with unusual shape is noted and an appropriate record is kept in accordance with workplace procedures
4Confirm measurement against freight documentation
- 4.1 Weight and physical dimensions, as measured, are compared with those contained within the received documentation
- 4.2 Where the measured weight and physical dimensions correspond with those in the documentation, appropriate confirmation is recorded on the air waybill in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- 4.3 Where there is a discrepancy between the measured weight and physical dimensions and those in the documentation, appropriate action is taken to contact the client and report and record the discrepancy in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
5Sign off air waybill
- 5.1 The air waybill is completed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
- 5.2 The air waybill is signed off and processed in accordance with workplace procedures and regulatory requirements noting the outcomes of all measurements
- 5.3 The processed freight is transferred to the despatch area
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.
Aviation freight weighing operations may be carried out:
in any allowable operating and weather conditions
at an aviation freight depot/terminal, or freight check-in point at either a major airport or regional airport
within a fully manual process, or in conjunction with automated freight handling/management equipment
in relation to either domestic or international aviation freight transport
in accordance with relevant regulatory and operational requirements
Performance may be demonstrated:
in appropriately simulated freight weighing situations, and/or
in an operational aviation freight weighing situation at an airport/freight terminal
Types of freight may include but are not limited to:
general freight
loose freight
allowable dangerous goods
perishable goods
fragile goods
live freight
unaccompanied baggage
valuables
mail/express
diplomatic
human remains
Persons consulted during acceptance of freight for air transport may include:
customers
other members of the work team(s)
supervisors and managers
flight crew
dangerous goods experts and advisors
perishable goods experts and advisors
experts and advisors on the transport of animals and livestock
experts on other special categories of air freight
technical staff
Personal protection equipment may include but is not limited to:
gloves
safety footwear
safety glasses
mask or respirator (where applicable)
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
sun protection
Hazards may include:
hazardous or dangerous materials
contamination of, or from, materials being handled
spill, leakages, ruptures
dust/vapours
Hazard management is:
consistent with the principle of hierarchy of control with elimination, substitution, isolation and engineering control measures being selected before safe working practices and personal protective equipment
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may be referred to as:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures
Information/documents may include:
sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders relevant to aviation freight weighing operations
OH&S regulations
workplace procedures and instructions and job specification
freight manifest, air waybill and other relevant freight documentation
aircraft loading/trim sheet
aviation freight weighing checklists
emergency procedures
flight schedules
local instructions
manufacturers specifications and instructions relevant weighing equipment
induction and training materials
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant requirements, standards and recommended practices of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) pertaining to aviation freight weighing operations
relevant Australian Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders pertaining to aviation freight weighing operations
Civil Aviation Act
local instructions
relevant OH&S legislation
environmental protection legislation
relevant security regulations
relevant Australian Standards
industrial relations and workplace compensation 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.
Aviation freight weighing operations may be carried out:
in any allowable operating and weather conditions
at an aviation freight depot/terminal, or freight check-in point at either a major airport or regional airport
within a fully manual process, or in conjunction with automated freight handling/management equipment
in relation to either domestic or international aviation freight transport
in accordance with relevant regulatory and operational requirements
Performance may be demonstrated:
in appropriately simulated freight weighing situations, and/or
in an operational aviation freight weighing situation at an airport/freight terminal
Types of freight may include but are not limited to:
general freight
loose freight
allowable dangerous goods
perishable goods
fragile goods
live freight
unaccompanied baggage
valuables
mail/express
diplomatic
human remains
Persons consulted during acceptance of freight for air transport may include:
customers
other members of the work team(s)
supervisors and managers
flight crew
dangerous goods experts and advisors
perishable goods experts and advisors
experts and advisors on the transport of animals and livestock
experts on other special categories of air freight
technical staff
Personal protection equipment may include but is not limited to:
gloves
safety footwear
safety glasses
mask or respirator (where applicable)
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
sun protection
Hazards may include:
hazardous or dangerous materials
contamination of, or from, materials being handled
spill, leakages, ruptures
dust/vapours
Hazard management is:
consistent with the principle of hierarchy of control with elimination, substitution, isolation and engineering control measures being selected before safe working practices and personal protective equipment
Dependent on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may be referred to as:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
standard operating procedures
Information/documents may include:
sections of Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders relevant to aviation freight weighing operations
OH&S regulations
workplace procedures and instructions and job specification
freight manifest, air waybill and other relevant freight documentation
aircraft loading/trim sheet
aviation freight weighing checklists
emergency procedures
flight schedules
local instructions
manufacturers specifications and instructions relevant weighing equipment
induction and training materials
conditions of service, legislation and industrial agreements including workplace agreements and awards
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant requirements, standards and recommended practices of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) pertaining to aviation freight weighing operations
relevant Australian Civil Aviation Safety Regulations and Civil Aviation Orders pertaining to aviation freight weighing operations
Civil Aviation Act
local instructions
relevant OH&S legislation
environmental protection legislation
relevant security regulations
relevant Australian Standards
industrial relations and workplace compensation 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 applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
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 applying:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
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
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWQ03 | AVID2004 | Conduct aviation freight weighing operations | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S626 | AVI20408 | Certificate II in Aviation (Ground Operations and Service) | Qualification |