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Navigate transport

Navigate transport

Unit of competency
National Code
CSCTRA003
State Code
AUY78
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/08/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/12/2015
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
17/12/2015
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the skills required to design efficient transport routes and navigate to a destination.This unit applies to those navigating transport. These staff members may be from a range of occupational areas within correctional services and may include casual and contracted staff.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to transport navigation.Those undertaking this unit work in a coordinated team with moderate support required. The role requires navigation, communication and simple organisation skills.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Design efficient transport routes
  • 1.1 Check and confirm the destination and itinerary from the assignment information.
  • 1.2 Prepare and check maps and navigation equipment and information for relevance to assignment.
  • 1.3 Plot positions and destination according to the assignment requirements, information from maps and site locations.
  • 1.4 Check map information and environmental conditions and confirm to determine a safe and timed route.
  • 1.5 Check transport and receiving agencies to ensure that access and thoroughfare are available.
  • 1.6 Confirm permission for access to restricted sites.
2. Navigate to destination
  • 2.1 Use records of route information and navigation aids to reach the destination.
  • 2.2 Check and confirm locations according to procedures, safety margins and hazards.
  • 2.3 Change routes when conditions and procedures require.
  • 2.4 Report unexpected changes to plans.
  • 2.5 Confirm arrival and conditions according to operating procedures.
  • 2.6 Report transport details and incidents.
  • 2.7 Check and confirm the status of equipment and report details and conditions.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6028 CSCTRA203A Navigate transport Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BIF3 CSC20122 Certificate II in Justice Services Qualification
AWH8 CSC20115 Certificate II in Justice Services Qualification