Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Information on relevant aspects of the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs may include:
the reasons for the Customs Tariff Act 1995 and for the imposition of duty on imported goods
the content of the Customs Tariff Act 1995 and the various sections within the Act as they relate to the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs
the schedules of the tariff and comparisons between the sub-heading structures at various levels in order to arrive at correct classification and duty rates
the Rules for the Interpretation of the Harmonized System and the Australian Customs Tariff Act 1995
comparisons and differences between the various rules for tariff classification purposes
the principles of classification in the identification of goods for tariff purposes and their application to the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs
the legal notes to the tariff and the context of each note and the application of this context to the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods through customs
the applications of the various aids available to the classification process
Where goods for classification are not available, sample of goods may be in the form of:
photographic (still, video or electronically transmitted image)
a written description including technical drawings
Resources to classify goods includes:
Australian Harmonized Export Classification Book (ISBN 0 642 4772 3)
the combined Customs Tariff Act 1995
precedents database
dictionaries
trade or technical publications
Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSEN)
Examples of previous related classifications include:
candidate's and colleagues' previous classifications
examples from texts and reference materials
Client consultation may be required where:
characteristics of goods cannot be determined from available information or require clarification in relation to use, function, context (as a component of another item)
Assistance may include:
advice from supervisor or manager, more experienced colleagues, customs brokers, training staff, technical experts
using reference material within organisation, training providers, professional libraries, trade journals
consulting technical experts in the industry, professional association or a training provider
New developments in the classification of commodities may relate to changes in:
technology
regulations
processes
systems
Information on new developments in the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods may be obtained from:
internal networks such as: own work team, staff in other departments, support staff, managers, training staff, etc.
external networks such as: staff in various regulatory authorities
bulletins, journals, magazines, books, etc.
internet websites
internal and external training programs
Ways of learning skills and knowledge required for new developments in the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods may include:
external training programs
internal training programs
reading independently
coaching in the workplace
online learning on a computer
networking with relevant internal and external contacts
Depending on the organisation concerned, workplace procedures may be called:
standard operating procedures (SOPs)
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Communication in the work area may include:
phone
electronic data interchange (EDI)
fax
email
internet
RF systems
oral, aural or signed communications
Consultative processes may involve:
other employees and supervisors
personnel in relevant authorities and institutions
management and union representatives
industrial relations and OH&S specialists
Documentation and records may include:
Customs and related legislation
dictionaries
trade or technical publications
Harmonized System Explanatory Notes (HSEN)
manifests, delivery notes, special clearances, consignment notes, authorised weighbridge certificates, and special clearances
internal documentation
operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation
manufacturers specifications for relevant equipment
workplace procedures and policies
supplier and/or client instructions
quality assurance procedures
extrinsic material (as defined in the Acts Interpretation Act)
Applicable legislation and regulations may include:
Customs and related legislation
other legislation related to importing and exporting of goods
export/import/quarantine/bond requirements
relevant state/territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation
Australian Harmonized Export Classification Book
workplace relations regulations
equal opportunity legislation
equal employment opportunity and affirmative action legislation
Customs Tariff Act 1995

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 resources necessary for the classification of commodities for the import and export of goods
utilising classification tools as directed
selecting and using the technology required to classify commodities for the import and export of goods
completing classification in accordance with legislation
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