Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 9:07 PM AWST
22/07/2026 9:07 PM AWST
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Pack and unpack furniture and effects
Pack and unpack furniture and effects
Unit of competency
National Code
TLID3048A
TLID3048A
State Code
WI809
WI809
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/03/2014
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
21/03/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to pack and unpack cartons during a removal, including preparing for packing, packing and unpacking cartons, dismantling and reassembling items of furniture and completing packing/unpacking process.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for packing and dismantling
- 1.1 Removals documentation is checked to identify items of furniture and effects for removal
- 1.2 Appropriate materials, tools and equipment are selected to dismantle, reassemble, pack, wrap and protect identified furniture and effects for removal, in accordance with workplace procedures
- 1.3 Convenient, suitable and unrestricted work area is selected and prepared in consultation with client for packing, unpacking, dismantling or reassembling
- 1.4 Items for removal are identified and packing order is determined in accordance with removals documentation
- 1.5 Cartons, protective and other materials are selected and located in an accessible area
- 1.6 Items ineligible for removal are identified in accordance with industry standards and workplace procedures, and appropriate action is taken in consultation with client
- 1.7 Confirm items are appropriately prepared for travel in accordance with workplace procedures
2 Pack cartons
- 2.1 Items for removal are wrapped and packed in accordance with industry standards and workplace procedures
- 2.2 Fragile or valuable items are specially wrapped and positioned in accordance with workplace procedures and industry standards
- 2.3 Cartons are sealed and labelled in accordance with removals documentation and workplace procedures
- 2.4 Hazardous items are identified in accordance with removals documentation and workplace procedures, and appropriate action is taken in consultation with client
3 Dismantle and reassemble furniture items
- 3.1 Identified removal items are dismantled in accordance with industry standards, workplace procedures and manufacturer requirements
- 3.2 Dismantled items of furniture are packed, wrapped and stored in accordance with removals documentation and workplace procedures
- 3.3 Dismantled items of furniture are reassembled in accordance with industry standards, workplace procedures and manufacturer requirements
- 3.4 Client is advised of potential furniture reassembly restrictions at the destination
4 Complete unpacking
- 4.1 Cartons are unpacked and items are stowed in accordance with removals documentation, workplace procedures, and in consultation with client
- 4.2 Used cartons are folded and removed, and rubbish is disposed of in accordance with workplace procedures
- 4.3 All required removals documentation is completed in accordance with workplace 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.
Items to be handled during a removal may include:
books
crockery
electrical/electronic equipment
glassware
household effects and furniture
office effects and furniture
Clients may be:
external
internal
Operations may be conducted:
by day or night
in a range of work environments and weather conditions
Hazardous items may include:
broken glass/crockery
dangerous goods
fragile items
heavy items
Workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
established procedures
organisational procedures
Items to be handled during a removal may include:
books
crockery
electrical/electronic equipment
glassware
household effects and furniture
office effects and furniture
Clients may be:
external
internal
Operations may be conducted:
by day or night
in a range of work environments and weather conditions
Hazardous items may include:
broken glass/crockery
dangerous goods
fragile items
heavy items
Workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
established procedures
organisational procedures
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:
required knowledge and skills
relevant legislation, workplace procedures and industry standards
other relevant aspects of the range statement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Resources for assessment include access to:
range of relevant exercises, case studies 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
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. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:
direct observation of the candidate packing and unpacking cartons, and dismantling and reassembling furniture and effects
direct observation of the candidate applying relevant WHS/OHS requirements and work practices.
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:
required knowledge and skills
relevant legislation, workplace procedures and industry standards
other relevant aspects of the range statement.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Resources for assessment include access to:
range of relevant exercises, case studies 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
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. The following examples are appropriate to this unit:
direct observation of the candidate packing and unpacking cartons, and dismantling and reassembling furniture and effects
direct observation of the candidate applying relevant WHS/OHS requirements and work practices.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWM49 | TLID3048 | Pack and unpack furniture and effects | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J802 | TLI33313 | Certificate III in Furniture Removal | Qualification |