Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 4:00 PM AWST
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Carry out emergency response to a dangerous goods incident
Carry out emergency response to a dangerous goods incident
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIF3096A
TLIF3096A
State Code
S8301
S8301
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/10/2014
Field of Education
080399 - Business And Management, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
30/10/2014
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to carry out an emergency response in the event of a dangerous goods incident, including responding to the incident, controlling and assisting at the site, identifying the product being carried, and completing reports and other required documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements and workplace procedures. Licensing, legislative, regulatory and certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
Identify incident response procedures
- 1.1 Company procedures for responding to incidents and emergencies are identified and explained
- 1.2 Procedures for accessing first aid are determined
- 1.3 Relevant personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used
- 1.4 Familiarisation with the use of fire safety equipment is demonstrated
Respond to the incident
- 2.1 Nature, extent and degree of threat from the incident are assessed in accordance with emergency procedures
- 2.2 Guides for product being carried are located and UN number and shipping/technical name are obtained from available documents
- 2.3 Resources and vulnerability of the situation are analysed
- 2.4 Key people and relevant support agencies are identified and notified of the incident and the product details
- 2.5 Instructions and support are sought from key people and support agencies in accordance with emergency procedures and transport emergency response plan (TERP)
Apply emergency strategies
- 3.1 Safety and security procedures are complied with in all actions
- 3.2 PPE is selected and used according to the requirements of the situation in accordance with OH&S and emergency procedures
- 3.3 Welfare of people is guarded and protected as the first priority in any action
- 3.4 Exclusion zone is established around the incident site
- 3.5 Safe access and exit are maintained for emergency services in accordance with emergency procedures and situational analysis
- 3.6 Controls are selected and applied to achieve objectives with minimum damage to people and the environment
- 3.7 Immediate response to threat or danger to people is provided while preserving personal safety in accordance with emergency procedures
- 3.8 Emergency first aid treatment of minor injuries is carried out correctly and details of any treatment administered are reported accurately to incident response leader
Communicate with and complement other personnel
- 4.1 Effective communication and documentation with key people and support agencies are constantly maintained
- 4.2 Activities are consistent with the incident response leader’s plan of action
- 4.3 Activities support the work of other key people and support agencies
Monitor the environment and the incident
- 5.1 Factors that may create or increase risk of injury or damage are constantly assessed and reported to incident response leader
- 5.2 Hazard controls are monitored to ensure continued effectiveness
- 5.3 Own and others’ health and morale are monitored and maintained
- 5.4 Changes in conditions and behaviour are identified and reported
Assist with recovery from incident
- 6.1 Evidence relating to the cause of the incident is preserved and recorded as far as possible
- 6.2 Appropriate assistance is provided in accordance with emergency procedures
- 6.3 Emergency equipment is returned to a state of readiness as soon as is reasonably possible
- 6.4 Debriefings are attended and participated in as appropriate
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. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Company procedures include:
TERP
standard operating procedures (SOP)
emergency procedures guide (EPG)
emergency information procedure (EIP)
Types of incidents include:
recovery
in depot
on road
at unloading point
Personal safety measures include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
safety glasses
two-way radios
protective clothing
high visibility clothing
eye wash kit
emergency shutdown controls
evacuation controls
Key people and support agencies include:
fire brigade/CFA
ambulance
government agencies
Evidence to be preserved or recorded includes:
workplace documentation
load documentation
details of incident
Applicable legislative procedures and codes include:
Australian code for the transport of dangerous goods by road or rail: the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code
relevant state and territory:
roads and traffic authority driving regulations and licence or permit requirements pertaining to operating heavy vehicles on unsealed roads
road rules
OH&S legislation
fatigue management regulations
environmental protection legislation and regulations
Documentation and records include:
transport regulations as they apply to the enterprise, including local authority regulations and procedures
workplace policies and procedures
relevant Australian standards and certification requirements
relevant internal data entry books, including log books, data sheets and load sheets
TERP
The Range Statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. Add any essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Company procedures include:
TERP
standard operating procedures (SOP)
emergency procedures guide (EPG)
emergency information procedure (EIP)
Types of incidents include:
recovery
in depot
on road
at unloading point
Personal safety measures include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
safety glasses
two-way radios
protective clothing
high visibility clothing
eye wash kit
emergency shutdown controls
evacuation controls
Key people and support agencies include:
fire brigade/CFA
ambulance
government agencies
Evidence to be preserved or recorded includes:
workplace documentation
load documentation
details of incident
Applicable legislative procedures and codes include:
Australian code for the transport of dangerous goods by road or rail: the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code
relevant state and territory:
roads and traffic authority driving regulations and licence or permit requirements pertaining to operating heavy vehicles on unsealed roads
road rules
OH&S legislation
fatigue management regulations
environmental protection legislation and regulations
Documentation and records include:
transport regulations as they apply to the enterprise, including local authority regulations and procedures
workplace policies and procedures
relevant Australian standards and certification requirements
relevant internal data entry books, including log books, data sheets and load sheets
TERP
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment section in Section B of the accreditation submission.
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:
applying own responsibilities in line with company procedures
communicating understanding of own responsibility in control of various incidents until authorities arrive
clearly describing an incident
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment to meet the performance criteria
applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment section in Section B of the accreditation submission.
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:
applying own responsibilities in line with company procedures
communicating understanding of own responsibility in control of various incidents until authorities arrive
clearly describing an incident
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment to meet the performance criteria
applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess required knowledge
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language and literacy capacity of the candidate and the work being performed
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWM15 | TLIF3096 | Carry out emergency response to a dangerous goods incident | Unit of competency |
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|---|---|---|---|
| S795 | TLI42111 | Certificate IV in Driving Operations | Qualification |
| J835 | UEG40114 | Certificate IV in Gas Supply Industry Operations | Qualification |