Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 8:18 AM AWST
22/07/2026 8:18 AM AWST
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Prepare cargo for transfer with slings
Prepare cargo for transfer with slings
Unit of competency
National Code
TLID2047
TLID2047
State Code
AWM65
AWM65
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/08/2016
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
04/08/2016
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to prepare cargo for transfer with slings. It includes preparing for cargo transfer, calculating safe working load (SWL) or working load limit (WLL) of slings and loads, slinging and unslinging cargo, and strapping and unstrapping goods in accordance with workplace requirements and relevant regulatory requirements, within the transport and logistics industry.People achieving competence in this unit will need to fulfil the applicable state and/or territory legislated high-risk work licence requirements and to comply with relevant codes of practice and/or guidelines.Safety checks and equipment tests are performed under limited supervision.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare cargo transfer
- 1.1 Job hazards are identified and required action is taken to minimise, control or eliminate identified hazards
- 1.2 Working area is prepared and maintained in accordance with national standards, safety codes and workplace procedures
- 1.3 Unsafe work practices and/or faulty equipment are reported in accordance with workplace procedures
- 1.4 Correct personal protective equipment (PPE) is identified and worn/used
2 Calculate SWL or WLL of slings and loads
- 2.1 SWL or WLL is calculated using standardised formulae for different types of lifting cables
- 2.2 Lifting equipment is checked to determine SWL according to workplace procedures
- 2.3 Slinging gear is checked for conformity with safety equipment
3 Sling and unsling cargo
- 3.1 Cargo is slung/unslung in accordance with national standards, safety codes and workplace procedures
- 3.2 Correct securing devices are identified and used
- 3.3 Load is steadied by tag lines, as required
- 3.4 Damaged cargo is identified and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
- 3.5 Slinging attachments are released from load ensuring no injury to personnel or damage to machinery or cargo
4 Strap and unstrap goods
- 4.1 Cargo is strapped and unstrapped in accordance with national standards, safety codes and workplace procedures
- 4.2 Mechanical strapping equipment is used in accordance with manufacturer instructions
- 4.3 Damaged cargo is identified and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.4 Strapping arrangements are secured/released to/from load ensuring no injury to personnel or damage to machinery or cargo
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S8340 | TLID2047A | Prepare cargo for transfer with slings | Unit of competency |