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Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads

Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads

Unit of competency
National Code
TLID0001
State Code
OAB53
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
22/11/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/11/2018
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
05/11/2018
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to load and unload vehicles carrying special loads in accordance with relevant state/territory roads and traffic authority licence and permit requirements and regulations, as well as specific codes of practice, regulatory and permit requirements. It includes loading and unloading special loads onto and from a vehicle, securing and protecting vehicle and load, and completing all required documentation.Special load is the collective term for those items of cargo which, due to their nature or value, will require special treatment and/or equipment during the transport activities.Work is performed under some supervision generally within a team environment. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Load and unload vehicle
  • 1.1 Load characteristics are identified and taken into account when determining appropriate loading and unloading procedures
  • 1.2 Hazardous and specialised cargo are identified and handled in accordance with required workplace procedures, work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements
  • 1.3 Vehicle is loaded in consultation with relevant personnel and required documentation in accordance with vehicle loading regulations and workplace safety requirements
  • 1.4 Lifting aids and appliances are selected and used to aid loading procedures in accordance with workplace procedures and safety legislation
  • 1.5 Vehicle is unloaded or partially unloaded in a safe and efficient manner taking into account suitable locations, stowage, safe use of equipment and balance of remaining load
  • 1.6 Ancillary equipment is operated in accordance with workplace procedures and manufacturer instructions during loading and unloading operations
2 Secure and protect vehicle and load
  • 2.1 Vehicle load is secured using correct load restraint and protection equipment for different loads, vehicles and carriage conditions
  • 2.2 Load is protected in accordance with legal and workplace safety requirements
  • 2.3 Load distribution is checked to ensure it is even, legal and within vehicle safe working capacity
  • 2.4 Loaded vehicle is inspected and checked for security to travel
3 Complete documentation
  • 3.1 Documentation is completed and proofread in accordance with workplace procedures
  • 3.2 All required cargo transportation documentation is completed in accordance with workplace requirements
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State Code National Code Title Type
AWM64 TLID3014 Load and unload vehicles carrying special loads Unit of competency