Unit of competency Outline
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Operate chemical tanker
Operate chemical tanker
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIC4065A
TLIC4065A
State Code
S8276
S8276
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/10/2014
Field of Education
030515 - Automotive Vehicle Operations
Original Release Date
30/10/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to operate a chemical tanker.Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify the properties and hazards of the chemicals being transported and the features of the chemical tankers that transport chemicals
- 1.1 UN number, product class, its packing group and any sub-risks of the fuel being transported are identified in accordance with emergency response documentation
- 1.2 Approved handler and approved filler requirements for the chemicals being transported are identified in accordance with the regulatory requirements
- 1.3 Properties of the chemicals being transported are identified in accordance with emergency response documentation
- 1.4 Hazards associated with the chemicals being transported are identified in accordance with emergency response documentation
- 1.5 Hazardous atmosphere zones are identified in accordance with organisational requirements
- 1.6 Circumstances in which a chemical tanker may be left unattended are described in accordance with the current Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code and company procedures
- 1.7 Functions of equipment fitted to a chemical tanker are identified in relation to the safe transfer and transport of chemicals
- 1.8 Factors that cause static electricity and ways of minimising the risks associated with it are identified in accordance with organisational requirements
2. Carry out a pre-trip inspection
- 2.1 Vehicle is inspected to confirm that the tanker 5-yearly hydrostatic test is current, that it is tagged and compliant with the ADG Code, and meets company procedures; and non-compliant vehicles or trailers are repaired or reported in accordance with company procedures
- 2.2 Vehicle load transfer equipment is inspected to confirm security and state of repair, and that all hoses are tested and tagged according to the ADG Code; and non-compliant equipment is repaired or reported in accordance with company procedures
- 2.3 Safety equipment is inspected to confirm that it meets organisational and ADG Code requirements, is accessible and properly maintained, stowed and secured; and unserviceable items, or items with expired test dates, are replaced or reported in accordance with company procedures
- 2.4 Personal protective equipment (PPE) is inspected to confirm that it is available, ready for use, and meets ADG Code requirements
- 2.5 Dangerous goods placards are inspected to confirm that they are correct for the load being carried and are displayed in accordance with the current ADG Code
3. Position the chemical tanker and prepare to load
- 3.1 Vehicle is driven into the loading site in accordance with site procedures and using PPE that complies with organisational and regulatory requirements
- 3.2 Vehicle is positioned without injury to people or damage to property and in a position that enables loading to be carried out in accordance with site procedures
- 3.3 Park brake is applied, engine turned off and, where applicable, battery is isolated
- 3.4 Locations of emergency equipment and emergency procedures are identified before loading commences
- 3.5 Product type and quantity to be loaded are checked to confirm that they are in accordance with delivery documentation and are within the safe carrying capacity and gross weight limitations of the vehicle, and any discrepancies are rectified in accordance with company procedures
- 3.6 Product transfer equipment is connected in accordance with organisational requirements
4. Load a chemical tanker with chemicals
- 4.1 Site procedures are followed for commencement of the loading process
- 4.2 Products to be loaded are checked for compatibility and correct segregation, also taking account of product sub-risks
- 4.3 Products to be loaded are checked to ensure that they are compatible with the tanker and that tanker is fit for purpose
- 4.4 Loading process and fill levels are monitored by the driver in accordance with company and site procedures
- 4.5 Vehicle is safely loaded with chemicals using only approved equipment and in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements
- 4.6 At completion of the loading process, all valves on the vehicle and load-out facility are closed and where site procedures specify, then all transfer equipment is vented and/or depressurised before being disconnected and stowed, with all equipment secured in accordance with site and company procedures
- 4.7 Loaded vehicle is confirmed as being within legal weight limitations and complying with company and regulatory procedures
- 4.8 Loaded vehicle is inspected pre-departure to ensure all hoses, pipes and cables are disconnected and secure, brake interlock is deactivated if fitted, and any obstacles cleared in accordance with company and site procedures
- 4.9 Site is restored to a clean and tidy condition in accordance with site procedures
- 4.10 Vehicle is moved from the loading area without damage to property or injury to people and in accordance with site procedures
- 4.11 Delivery documentation is completed, checked, and secured in the vehicle in accordance with regulatory requirements
- 4.12 Vehicle and tanker are checked to ensure correct placarding
5. Transport a load safely and efficiently to a customer site
- 5.1 Tanker is driven and manoeuvred in accordance with legal requirements, taking into consideration eco-driving techniques
- 5.2 Any prescribed routes are followed in accordance with organisational requirements, exhibiting courtesy and professionalism toward other road users
6. Deliver a load of chemicals to a customer site
- 6.1 Pre-delivery assessment is made before entering the delivery site, and site features that constitute a hazard and/or prevent delivery are rectified or reported in accordance with organisational and site requirements
- 6.2 Any site instructions and/or restrictions are complied with
- 6.3 Vehicle is manoeuvred and positioned in such a way that the product can be delivered efficiently and safely, with the park brake applied and engine, unless required for pumping, turned off
- 6.4 PPE is used in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements and steps are taken to apply personal safety measures
- 6.5 Worksite is marked with signs and/or cones and driver remains with the vehicle and manages the delivery, managing potential hazards in accordance with organisational and site requirements
- 6.6 Receiving vessel and components are checked for damage, and contents are checked to ensure sufficient ullage exists for the delivery, with any deficiencies reported or actioned in accordance with company and site procedures
- 6.7 Preparation for delivery is consistent with organisational and site requirements
- 6.8 Product type and quantity are confirmed against delivery documents
- 6.9 Delivery is undertaken in line with the product being delivered, company and site procedures, and special delivery instructions
- 6.10 Pressure gauges if fitted are checked, valves opened and closed in the correct sequence, and hoses and connections checked for leaks
- 6.11 At the completion of delivery, product transfer equipment is disconnected in accordance with the product type, and company and site procedures
- 6.12 Site is secured and restored to a clean and tidy condition in accordance with site procedures
- 6.13 Delivery documentation is completed to reflect changes in vehicle load and receiving vessel, and distributed in accordance with organisational and regulatory requirements
- 6.14 Vehicle is inspected pre-departure in accordance with organisational requirements
- 6.15 Vehicle is driven from the site safely and in accordance with site and organisational procedures
7. Apply driver emergency procedures in the event of an emergency
- 7.1 Procedures for emergencies that may occur during loading and unloading are followed in accordance with emergency response documentation and organisational transport emergency response plan (TERP)
- 7.2 Procedures for emergencies that may occur in transit are identified in accordance with emergency response documentation and organisational TERP
- 7.3 Emergency response documentation and organisational requirements are followed in initial responses to a person exposed to the chemicals being transported
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.
Properties and hazards of chemicals include understanding:
effect of heat and pressure on the chemical when stored in a container
characteristics of the fuel in a leak, fire situation, or in the presence of static electricity
density
odour
expansion rates
segregation requirements
Equipment fitted to a chemical tanker may include:
eyewash kit
fire extinguishers
emergency shutdown controls
emergency information holder
Chemical tanker vehicle includes:
all vehicle configurations
Loading and unloading site may include:
refinery
customer site
depot
Personal safety measures may include:
manual-lifting techniques
three points of contact when using ladders
correct use of safety rails and walkways
safety footwear
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
PPE required for the product class being transported
Product transfer equipment may include:
delivery hoses
scully systems
external piping and fittings
bonding devices
pressure vessels
master switch
valves
warning devices
brake interlock
pressure and ullage gauges
Eco driving includes:
observing speed limits
ensuring transmission control
using auxiliary braking systems
Factors that can cause traffic delays and diversions may include:
traffic accidents
flooded sections of road
road damage
bridge or tunnel damage
road works
building construction
emergency situations, such as bushfires
livestock movement
holiday traffic
road closures for utility works, such as electricity, water, sewerage and telecommunications
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
regulatory procedures
Documentation and records may include:
dangerous goods paperwork
emergency procedure guides or HB76 Handbook
dangerous goods licence
site inductions
state and territory heavy vehicle driving licence or permit requirements
state and territory road rules
workplace driving instructions and procedures
vehicle manufacturer instructions, specifications and recommended driving procedures, including pre-operational checks of vehicle
emergency procedures
TERP
vehicle work diaries or record books
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
Australian code for the transport of dangerous goods by road or rail: the current ADG Code
relevant state and territory:
roads and traffic authority driving regulations and licence or permit requirements pertaining to operating heavy vehicles on unsealed roads
road rules
OH&S legislation
fatigue management regulations
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Properties and hazards of chemicals include understanding:
effect of heat and pressure on the chemical when stored in a container
characteristics of the fuel in a leak, fire situation, or in the presence of static electricity
density
odour
expansion rates
segregation requirements
Equipment fitted to a chemical tanker may include:
eyewash kit
fire extinguishers
emergency shutdown controls
emergency information holder
Chemical tanker vehicle includes:
all vehicle configurations
Loading and unloading site may include:
refinery
customer site
depot
Personal safety measures may include:
manual-lifting techniques
three points of contact when using ladders
correct use of safety rails and walkways
safety footwear
high visibility clothing
hearing protection
PPE required for the product class being transported
Product transfer equipment may include:
delivery hoses
scully systems
external piping and fittings
bonding devices
pressure vessels
master switch
valves
warning devices
brake interlock
pressure and ullage gauges
Eco driving includes:
observing speed limits
ensuring transmission control
using auxiliary braking systems
Factors that can cause traffic delays and diversions may include:
traffic accidents
flooded sections of road
road damage
bridge or tunnel damage
road works
building construction
emergency situations, such as bushfires
livestock movement
holiday traffic
road closures for utility works, such as electricity, water, sewerage and telecommunications
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
regulatory procedures
Documentation and records may include:
dangerous goods paperwork
emergency procedure guides or HB76 Handbook
dangerous goods licence
site inductions
state and territory heavy vehicle driving licence or permit requirements
state and territory road rules
workplace driving instructions and procedures
vehicle manufacturer instructions, specifications and recommended driving procedures, including pre-operational checks of vehicle
emergency procedures
TERP
vehicle work diaries or record books
Applicable procedures and codes may include:
Australian code for the transport of dangerous goods by road or rail: the current ADG Code
relevant state and territory:
roads and traffic authority driving regulations and licence or permit requirements pertaining to operating heavy vehicles on unsealed roads
road rules
OH&S legislation
fatigue management regulations
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 techniques for loading and unloading a chemical tanker
identifying the properties of the chemicals to be carried
applying the correct placarding required for the product being loaded
identifying the PPE required for the product being transported
applying eco-driving techniques when operating chemical tankers
understanding relevant legislation and workplace procedures for transporting chemicals
understanding customer requirements when delivering fuel to a customer’s site
planning routes to avoid congested areas, tunnels or areas where people may congregate
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment to meet the performance criteria
applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Practical assessment must occur:
in three different aspects of the job function in the workplace
ensuring written and verbal understanding of all classes to identify compatibility, e.g. tanker with product
A simulator is not suitable for final assessment of this unit of competency
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 techniques for loading and unloading a chemical tanker
identifying the properties of the chemicals to be carried
applying the correct placarding required for the product being loaded
identifying the PPE required for the product being transported
applying eco-driving techniques when operating chemical tankers
understanding relevant legislation and workplace procedures for transporting chemicals
understanding customer requirements when delivering fuel to a customer’s site
planning routes to avoid congested areas, tunnels or areas where people may congregate
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment to meet the performance criteria
applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Practical assessment must occur:
in three different aspects of the job function in the workplace
ensuring written and verbal understanding of all classes to identify compatibility, e.g. tanker with product
A simulator is not suitable for final assessment of this unit of competency
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWN10 | TLIC0001 | Operate chemical tanker | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S795 | TLI42111 | Certificate IV in Driving Operations | Qualification |