Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 12:09 PM AWST
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Prepare documents for customs clearance
Prepare documents for customs clearance
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIX5057A
TLIX5057A
State Code
WI861
WI861
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 understand the basic procedures and documentation requirements used in international trade and to prepare documents for customs clearance in accordance with requirements of Customs and related legislative requirements, and workplace procedures.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Scope framework for international trade documentation requirements
- 1.1 Australia’s role and position in international trade is explained and used to guide custom broking activities
- 1.2 Australia’s role and involvement in international trade in relation to customs broking activities and the import and export of cargo are explained
- 1.3 Role and function of World Customs Organization and Customs Co-operation Council are explained and applied to custom broking activities
- 1.4 Australia’s obligations under international treaties and agreements are explained and used to guide custom broking activities
2 Enable cargo movement
- 2.1 Parties involved in international trade and international movement of cargo are identified
- 2.2 Documents required for international trade are identified
- 2.3 Bills of lading, waybills and air waybills are accessed, analysed and used to facilitate cargo movement
- 2.4 Documentation for import of cargo is correctly identified in accordance with legislative and operative requirements, and workplace policies and procedures
- 2.5 Documentation for export of cargo is correctly identified in accordance with legislative and operative requirements, and workplace policies and procedures
- 2.6 Basic freight concepts such as volumetric versus actual weight calculations are explained and applied as required
- 2.7 Differences between short landed, short shipped and over carried cargo are explained and identified
3 Apply international trade payment methods
- 3.1 Cash or open account payment methods are identified and their implications are documented
- 3.2 Bills of exchange are identified and analysed, and their implications are documented
- 3.3 Letters of credit are identified and analysed, and their implications for cargo movement and customs broking activities are documented
- 3.4 Currency exchange protection and basic foreign exchange transactions are interpreted in relation to custom broking activities
4 Apply basic marine insurance concepts to cargo movement
- 4.1 Basic marine insurance concepts are explained
- 4.2 General average is explained
- 4.3 Procedures to handle pillage, damage and/or loss are outlined and implemented as appropriate to task
5 Interpret Incoterms
- 5.1 Purpose of and different types of Incoterms are explained
- 5.2 Incoterms are applied as required
- 5.3 Impact of Incoterms on documentation and task requirements are outlined and considered in document preparation
6 Check documentation meets workplace requirements
- 6.1 Relevant documents are collated and checked
- 6.2 Each document element is checked for completion with required information to ensure completion of customs clearance requirements
- 6.3 Documents related to transport safety requirements are checked for correctness and availability
- 6.4 Problems arising in completing required documents are identified and assistance is sought to resolve identified problems in accordance with workplace procedures
- 6.5 Workplace procedures for authorisations are followed
- 6.6 Documents are filed, stored and retained in accordance with workplace procedures
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Work may be conducted:
by day or night
in a range of work environments
Customers may be:
external
internal
Workplaces may comprise:
large
medium
small worksites
Work may be conducted in:
controlled or open environments
exposed conditions
limited or restricted spaces
Cargo may include:
consignments imported/exported by air freight
consignments imported/exported by parcels post
consignments imported/exported by sea freight
goods and dangerous goods
goods with specialist requirements, including temperature controlled
personal effects
wildlife or wildlife products (living or non-living)
Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:
chemicals
dangerous or hazardous substances
movements of equipment, goods and materials
Consultative processes may involve:
industrial relations and work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) specialists
management representatives
other employees and supervisors
other maintenance, professional or technical staff
relevant authorities and institutions
suppliers and clients
union representatives
Communication in the work area may include:
electronic data interchange (EDI)
email
fax
internet
oral, aural or signed communications
phone
radio
Workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
established procedures
organisational procedures
Information/documents may include:
air waybill (AWB), bills of lading (B/L) or sea waybills
certificates of marine insurance, other insurance certificates
certificates of origin
cleanliness certificates
commercial invoices
dangerous goods declarations and safety data sheets (SDSs)/material safety data sheets (MSDSs)
emergency procedures
financial documentation
goods identification numbers and codes
handling instructions for cargo (especially for dangerous goods or temperature controlled goods)
manifests, barcodes, and container identification/serial numbers
manufacturer specifications for equipment
operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation
other documents specific to goods, country of origin/destination
packing declarations
packing lists
permits from regulatory bodies (Australian and international)
quality assurance procedures
relevant Australian and international standards, regulations and codes of practice for the import/export of cargo, including handling and transporting dangerous goods and hazardous substances
relevant certification requirements
relevant Customs and related legislation and procedures, including those relating to biosecurity, environment and conservation
supplier and/or client instructions
treatment certificates
transportation and warehousing instructions
workplace procedures and policies
Work may be conducted:
by day or night
in a range of work environments
Customers may be:
external
internal
Workplaces may comprise:
large
medium
small worksites
Work may be conducted in:
controlled or open environments
exposed conditions
limited or restricted spaces
Cargo may include:
consignments imported/exported by air freight
consignments imported/exported by parcels post
consignments imported/exported by sea freight
goods and dangerous goods
goods with specialist requirements, including temperature controlled
personal effects
wildlife or wildlife products (living or non-living)
Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:
chemicals
dangerous or hazardous substances
movements of equipment, goods and materials
Consultative processes may involve:
industrial relations and work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) specialists
management representatives
other employees and supervisors
other maintenance, professional or technical staff
relevant authorities and institutions
suppliers and clients
union representatives
Communication in the work area may include:
electronic data interchange (EDI)
fax
internet
oral, aural or signed communications
phone
radio
Workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
established procedures
organisational procedures
Information/documents may include:
air waybill (AWB), bills of lading (B/L) or sea waybills
certificates of marine insurance, other insurance certificates
certificates of origin
cleanliness certificates
commercial invoices
dangerous goods declarations and safety data sheets (SDSs)/material safety data sheets (MSDSs)
emergency procedures
financial documentation
goods identification numbers and codes
handling instructions for cargo (especially for dangerous goods or temperature controlled goods)
manifests, barcodes, and container identification/serial numbers
manufacturer specifications for equipment
operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation
other documents specific to goods, country of origin/destination
packing declarations
packing lists
permits from regulatory bodies (Australian and international)
quality assurance procedures
relevant Australian and international standards, regulations and codes of practice for the import/export of cargo, including handling and transporting dangerous goods and hazardous substances
relevant certification requirements
relevant Customs and related legislation and procedures, including those relating to biosecurity, environment and conservation
supplier and/or client instructions
treatment certificates
transportation and warehousing instructions
workplace procedures and policies
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:
identifying documentation for the movement and customs clearance of cargo
completing and checking documentation and records to meet relevant Customs legislation and related legislative and workplace requirements
knowledge of the possible impact the choice of Incoterms and/or transport terminology has on preparing documentation for the movement and customs clearance of cargo.
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:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies, scenarios and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
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 organization.
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.
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge.
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests.
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:
identifying documentation for the movement and customs clearance of cargo
completing and checking documentation and records to meet relevant Customs legislation and related legislative and workplace requirements
knowledge of the possible impact the choice of Incoterms and/or transport terminology has on preparing documentation for the movement and customs clearance of cargo.
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:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies, scenarios and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
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 organization.
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.
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge.
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWL08 | TLIX0002 | Initiate cargo border procedures | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J809 | TLI50813 | Diploma of Customs Broking | Qualification |