Unit of competency Outline
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Carry out additional customs clearance practices
Carry out additional customs clearance practices
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIX5056A
TLIX5056A
State Code
WI860
WI860
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/03/2014
Field of Education
080311 - International Business
Original Release Date
21/03/2014
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to carry out customs clearance practices that are additional to the standard clearance practices in accordance with the Customs Act 1901 and amendments, as well as related legislation, regulatory requirements and workplace requirements. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Calculate landed costs
- 1.1 Documents are examined and factors required to calculate a landed cost are identified from commercial and customs documentation
- 1.2 Client is contacted to verify rate of exchange required
- 1.3 Any missing data is identified and rectification processes are initiated
2 Determine eligibility of import transaction for refund, rebate or remission of customs duty
- 2.1 Transaction documents are examined for accuracy and completeness
- 2.2 Circumstances giving rise to refund, rebate or remission opportunities are identified
- 2.3 Relevant reason code is determined from Customs Regulations 1926
- 2.4 Timeframes within which refunds are available is determined in accordance with Customs Regulations 1926
3 Determine eligibility of import consignments for entry under relevant legislation
- 3.1 Temporary import is identified and established as conforming to the requirements of the Customs Act 1901 and associated regulations
- 3.2 Goods are identified as subject to carnet and dealt with in accordance with customs requirements
- 3.3 Goods are identified as a temporary import under event status and dealt with in accordance with customs requirements
- 3.4 Goods are identified as a temporary importation and dealt with in accordance with customs requirements
- 3.5 Application forms for securities relating to temporary imports and/or end use are accurately completed and lodged in accordance with customs requirements
4 Determine eligibility for, calculate drawback claims and advise on TRADEX procedures
- 4.1 Sufficient import and export information to prepare claim is collated
- 4.2 Drawback claims are determined within the prescribed timeframes and advice is provided accordingly
- 4.3 Drawback claim is prepared and calculated in accordance with a customs approved method
- 4.4 Situations suitable for TRADEX registration are identified and advice is provided
5 Assess goods against export requirements
- 5.1 Goods subject to export requirements are identified including entry for export, in accordance with the Customs Act 1901 as amended
- 5.2 Circumstances where permissions are required are identified and such permissions are sought
- 5.3 Circumstances where permissions are not required are identified
- 5.4 Relevant export entry and/or application form is completed lodged in accordance with goods to be exported and legislative requirements
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Industry support schemes include:
relevant government department that administers industry support schemes
Tradex Scheme which provides for an upfront exemption from customs duty and taxes on imported goods intended for re-export or to be used as inputs to exports
New developments in customs clearance operations may include:
processes
regulations
systems
technology
Information on new developments in customs clearance operations may be obtained from:
bulletins, journals, magazines, books
continuing professional development
external networks
independent reading
internal and external training programs
internet websites - Australian Customs and Border Protection Service
online learning
Depending on the organisation concerned, workplace procedures may be called:
quality procedures
Communication in the work area may include:
electronic data interchange (EDI)
email
internet
oral, aural or signed communications
phone
Consultative processes may involve:
agents
clients
customs technical experts
management representatives
other employees and supervisors
relevant authorities and institutions
Documentation and records may include:
client instructions
Customs Act 1901 and related legislation
Customs Regulations 1926 as amended
internal documentation used for customs clearance functions
manufacturer specifications for equipment
other regulatory requirements pertaining to customs clearance functions
relevant sections of Australian Customs Notices and Practice Statements
Industry support schemes include:
relevant government department that administers industry support schemes
Tradex Scheme which provides for an upfront exemption from customs duty and taxes on imported goods intended for re-export or to be used as inputs to exports
New developments in customs clearance operations may include:
processes
regulations
systems
technology
Information on new developments in customs clearance operations may be obtained from:
bulletins, journals, magazines, books
continuing professional development
external networks
independent reading
internal and external training programs
internet websites - Australian Customs and Border Protection Service
online learning
Depending on the organisation concerned, workplace procedures may be called:
quality procedures
Communication in the work area may include:
electronic data interchange (EDI)
internet
oral, aural or signed communications
phone
Consultative processes may involve:
agents
clients
customs technical experts
management representatives
other employees and supervisors
relevant authorities and institutions
Documentation and records may include:
client instructions
Customs Act 1901 and related legislation
Customs Regulations 1926 as amended
internal documentation used for customs clearance functions
manufacturer specifications for equipment
other regulatory requirements pertaining to customs clearance functions
relevant sections of Australian Customs Notices and Practice Statements
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 competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:
applying procedures for compliance with customs and related legislation
conducting calculations and making appropriate adjustments as part of routine activities in customs clearance operations
using software application systems to carry out customs clearance practices
implementing dispute resolution procedures.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include access to:
relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities
range of relevant exercises, case studies, scenarios and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments
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
applicable documentation including legislation, and workplace procedures.
Method of assessment
Practical assessment must occur in an:
appropriately simulated workplace environment and/or
appropriate range of situations in the workplace.
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:
as a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be undertaken through appropriate written/oral knowledge assessments
direct observation of the candidate carrying out additional customs clearance processes.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the Elements, Performance Criteria, Required Skills, Required Knowledge and include:
applying procedures for compliance with customs and related legislation
conducting calculations and making appropriate adjustments as part of routine activities in customs clearance operations
using software application systems to carry out customs clearance practices
implementing dispute resolution procedures.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include access to:
relevant regulatory and equipment documentation that impacts on work activities
range of relevant exercises, case studies, scenarios and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessments
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
applicable documentation including legislation, and workplace procedures.
Method of assessment
Practical assessment must occur in an:
appropriately simulated workplace environment and/or
appropriate range of situations in the workplace.
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:
as a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be undertaken through appropriate written/oral knowledge assessments
direct observation of the candidate carrying out additional customs clearance processes.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWK98 | TLIX5056 | Carry out additional customs clearance practices | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J809 | TLI50813 | Diploma of Customs Broking | Qualification |