Unit of competency Outline
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Perform wool store operations
Perform wool store operations
Unit of competency
National Code
LMTEW2015A
LMTEW2015A
State Code
W7210
W7210
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/10/2014
Field of Education
089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution
Original Release Date
15/10/2014
Nominal Hours
50
Description
This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to perform wool receivals, storage, despatch and distribution operations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Perform receival, despatch and distribution procedures
- 1.1 Baled wool is moved, placed and stacked in a safe manner following regulatory requirements and workplace standard procedures
- 1.2 Bales are placed and removed from and between vehicles, plant and storage areas using correct equipment and workplace standard procedures
- 1.3 Bales are placed in correct areas
- 1.4 Work area and equipment are cleaned and maintained to meet workplace and OHS practices
- 1.5 Equipment is prepared, started and used in accordance with all safety and workplace standard procedures
- 1.6 Equipment is stopped or shut down in accordance with all safety and workplace standard procedures
- 1.7 Areas for marshalling and processing are identified
- 1.8 Instructions, signs or labels for designated batches or specified purposes are correctly followed
- 1.9 Minor maintenance and cleaning are performed in accordance with manufacturer specifications and workplace procedures
2 Monitor quality
- 2.1 Procedures for the identification of incoming and outgoing bales are applied
- 2.2 Procedures for the storage and movement of product are identified and applied
- 2.3 Any deviations from normal are recognised, isolated and reported
- 2.4 Environmental requirements and procedures concerned with waste, pollution and recycling of materials are correctly applied at all stages of the process
3 Communicate stores information
- 3.1 Paperwork from drivers and workplace personnel is collected, interpreted and applied
- 3.2 Information regarding operations in work area is correctly relayed to and from other operators, shifts and supervisory personnel
- 3.3 Documentation is correctly interpreted and records of receivals, despatch and movement correctly completed according to statutory requirements and workplace standard procedures
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, if used 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 if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Wool store operations may include
loading, unloading, transporting and transferring products, materials and equipment
storing products, materials and equipment
completion of records and documents
Equipment may include
hand trolleys
pallet trucks
load shifting equipment such as:
forklifts
overhead cranes
front end loaders
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
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, if used 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 if the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts.
Legislative/regulatory requirements
All work must comply with relevant Federal and State or Territory legislative or regulatory requirements.
Wool store operations may include
loading, unloading, transporting and transferring products, materials and equipment
storing products, materials and equipment
completion of records and documents
Equipment may include
hand trolleys
pallet trucks
load shifting equipment such as:
forklifts
overhead cranes
front end loaders
OHS practices
OHS practices must include hazard identification and control, risk assessment and implementation of risk reduction measures specific to the tasks described by this unit, and may include:
manual handling techniques
standard operating procedures
personal protective equipment
safe materials handling
taking of rest breaks
ergonomic arrangement of workplaces
following marked walkways
safe storage of equipment
housekeeping
reporting accidents and incidents
other OHS practices relevant to the job and enterprise
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 Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
comply with all relevant safety requirements
interpret and apply information contained in work orders and instructions, cart-notes, dockets, signs, labels, tags and other relevant sources
identify bales, materials, equipment and products
monitor quality (ie condition) of all bales, materials, equipment, and products handled, and report irregularities
handle, transport, stack, and store; bales, materials, equipment, and products
operate relevant goods and materials handling equipment
identify areas used for marshalling and processing
perform operator maintenance of handling equipment and work area
complete all relevant documentation and communicate work related information
Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment
Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.
Interdependent assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Critical aspects of evidence to be considered
Demonstrates skills and knowledge to:
comply with all relevant safety requirements
interpret and apply information contained in work orders and instructions, cart-notes, dockets, signs, labels, tags and other relevant sources
identify bales, materials, equipment and products
monitor quality (ie condition) of all bales, materials, equipment, and products handled, and report irregularities
handle, transport, stack, and store; bales, materials, equipment, and products
operate relevant goods and materials handling equipment
identify areas used for marshalling and processing
perform operator maintenance of handling equipment and work area
complete all relevant documentation and communicate work related information
Consistency in performance
Consistently applies skills and knowledge when:
organising work
completing tasks
identifying improvements
using workplace practices
using OHS practices
recording and reporting accidents and incidents
assessing operational readiness of equipment used and work processes
recognising and adapting to cultural differences in the workplace, including modes of behaviour and interactions
completing work systematically with attention to detail without damage to goods and equipment
Resource implications
Access is required to real or appropriately simulated situations, including work areas, materials and equipment, and to information on workplace practices and OHS practices.
Context for assessment
Assessment may occur on the job or in an appropriately simulated environment.
Interdependent assessment
This unit may be assessed independently or in combination with other relevant units.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXQ04 | LMTWDEW01A | Perform wool store operations | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OBA02 | MSTTX2012 | Perform wool store operations | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W368 | LMT30107 | Certificate III in Textile Production | Qualification |
| W354 | LMT20207 | Certificate II in Textile Production (Complex or Multiple Processes) | Qualification |