Unit of competency Outline

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Unload materials

Unload materials

Unit of competency
National Code
PPMRES202
State Code
ODT51
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/02/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
31/05/2022
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
31/05/2022
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to unload, sort and store raw materials for pulp and papermaking operations.The unit applies to production support operators who carry out routine tasks in unloading and storing raw materials for a pulp and/or paper manufacturing facility.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to unload and store materials
  • 1.1 Identify and confirm received materials to be unloaded against production documentation
  • 1.2 Inspect load for movements, and sequence unloading tasks according to workplace procedures and workplace health and safety requirements
  • 1.3 Identify health and safety hazards and report safety concerns
  • 1.4 Select and fit required personal protective equipment for the task
  • 1.5 Select required shifting equipment according to load characteristics
  • 1.6 Check, set up and prepare load shifting equipment for operation
  • 1.7 Prepare and maintain unloading and storage areas according to housekeeping and environmental requirements
2. Unload, sort and stack materials
  • 2.1 Lift materials and unload while maintaining load and equipment stability
  • 2.2 Identify and categorise materials for immediate use or storage
  • 2.3 Move materials to appropriate storage locations consistent with type, quality and stock rotation requirements
  • 2.4 Monitor load or vehicle lifting equipment performance
  • 2.5 Report damage to raw materials, equipment or vehicle according to company procedures
  • 2.6 Construct stacks to provide stability and minimise problems
  • 2.7 Make provision for decks, storage bays and access for lifting equipment when storing
3. Store materials
  • 3.1 Carry, raise and set down materials according to workplace procedures and health and safety requirements
  • 3.2 Store materials according to stock location requirements
  • 3.3 Confirm and record materials and mark storage areas
  • 3.4 Maintain stock documentation according to workplace requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AXH34 PPMRES270 Unload materials Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHM0 PPM20121 Certificate II in Pulp and Paper Operations Qualification