Unit of competency Outline

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Complete induction to the transport industry

Complete induction to the transport industry

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIL2060A
State Code
D5199
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2011
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/09/2011
Field of Education
120505 - Work Practices Programmes
Original Release Date
09/09/2011
Nominal Hours
5
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to complete workplace induction procedures when commencing work in the transport industry. It includes identifying major areas of the industry in terms of functions, organisational structures and occupations; applying legislation, regulations and codes of practice; and identifying key industrial relations elements. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Identify major areas of the transport industry in terms of organisational structures, functions and occupations
  • 1.1 Organisational structure of the industry and the relationship of structure to each occupation and classification grouping are outlined
  • 1.2 Equipment and technology used in the workplace are identified in terms of basic features and functions
2Apply legislation, regulations and codes of practice governing the transport industry
  • 2.1 Individual driver responsibilities under the current legislation are identified and acted on in the conduct of duties
  • 2.2 Individual responsibilities under workplace policies and procedures are identified and acted on in the conduct of duties
  • 2.3 Individual responsibilities under licence conditions applicable to the operation of vehicles and conditions attached to vehicle drivers are identified and acted upon in the conduct of duties
3Identify key elements of industrial relations environment in which the driver works
  • 3.1 Key elements of industrial relations environment in which the driver works are identified
  • 3.2 Rights and responsibilities of drivers under contracts are identified
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.
Organisational structures may include:
peak bodies/professional associations
depots, their locations and typical operating procedures
regulatory and licensing bodies
owner status and relationships
operator status and relationships
Equipment and technology may include:
small, medium, large semi-trailers in differing configurations
taxicab and associated equipment
GPS and other electronic devices that are part of the day-to-day operations of the job role
street directory
mobile phone
Operations may be conducted:
by day or night
in enclosed spaces
in exposed conditions
in controlled or open environments
Legislative and regulatory requirements may include:
Transport Act and transport regulations, and specific regulations applicable to some types of transport (i.e. taxicabs)
road safety legislation and regulations
OH&S legislation and regulations
equal opportunity/anti-discrimination legislation and requirements
fatigue management requirements
state WorkCover requirements
various contract arrangements
ABN, GST and BAS requirements
obligations of a driver as part of the public transport system or the wider community
Policies and procedures may include:
workplace procedures, checklists and instructions
relevant guidelines relating to the use of equipment
operations manuals
induction documentation
competency standards and training materials
relevant legislation, regulations and related documentation
emergency procedures
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:
locating, interpreting and applying relevant information
identifying workplace structures, roles and responsibilities of the individual's authority system, and contacts
explaining the workplace procedures and ethical requirements relevant to the job role
explaining workplace operating principles, products and services relating to the job role
explaining the purpose and requirements of the customers' needs and the impact of that relationship to industry
using workplace colloquial and technical language, and communication technologies in the workplace context
conveying information in written and oral form
maintaining basic workplace documentation and records
explaining the contract arrangements for different job roles
showing evidence of application of relevant legislation as it applies to the job role
showing evidence of application of relevant guidelines relating to the use of equipment as it applies to the job role
showing evidence of application of emergency procedures as it applies to the job role
identifying processes to report any workplace incidents and/or problems in accordance with regulations
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
AWL88 TLIL2060 Complete induction to the transport industry Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
W921 TLI31210 Certificate III in Driving Operations Qualification
W913 TLI21210 Certificate II in Driving Operations Qualification