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.
New developments in border clearance operations may include:
regulations
processes
systems
technology
types and packaging of goods
Information on new developments in border clearance operations may be obtained from:
internal networks such as: own team, staff in other departments, support staff, managers, training staff, etc.
external networks
bulletins, journals, magazines, books, etc.
internet websites
internal and external training programs
Adaptability to new skill and knowledge requirements required due to the development of new border clearance operations 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
clients
agents
relevant authorities and institutions
management and union representatives
industrial relations and OH&S specialists
Documentation and records may include:
Customs and related legislation
other legislation related to border clearance functions
shipping documentation
quarantine documentation
permits to import and/or export
Customs Notices
commercial invoices and packing lists
manifests, delivery notes, special clearances, consignment notes and authorised weighbridge certificates
internal documentation used for border clearance functions
operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation
manufacturers specifications for equipment
client instructions
industrial relations agreements or contracts
regulations and codes of practice relevant to border clearance procedures including safeworking and local authority regulations and procedures
relevant OH&S and environmental protection regulations
workplace policies and procedures related to border clearance
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
dangerous goods declarations and material safety data sheets, where applicable
Applicable legislation and regulations may include:
Customs and related legislation
privacy legislation
export/import/quarantine/bond requirements
relevant state/territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation
workplace relations regulations
equal opportunity legislation
equal employment opportunity and affirmative action legislation

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:
identifying required information after completion of import declarations
resolving problems arising from lodgement of entries
undertaking post-entry amendments
selecting and using the technology required for basic border clearance functions
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