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Undertake cash-in-transit loading and unloading in an unsecured environment
Undertake cash-in-transit loading and unloading in an unsecured environment
Unit of competency
National Code
TLID3041A
TLID3041A
State Code
D5088
D5088
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/10/2014
Original Release Date
07/03/2011
Nominal Hours
30
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to undertake cash-in-transit loading in an unsecured environment, including selecting an appropriate loading site, undertaking the load transfer, and completing required transfer documentation. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
General notes
N/A
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Select loading site
- 1.1 Plans of site access, exit points and key physical features are identified
- 1.2 Site for consignment transfer is selected in accordance with security plan and with due regards for own safety, safety of security team, members of the public and consignment
- 1.3 Loading site(s) is selected in consultation with customer and/or specific loading/unloading requirements are identified and assessed for accessibility and security
- 1.4 Alternative loading sites are identified in accordance with workplace operating procedures where pre-determined site is assessed as inappropriate
- 1.5 Proposed changes to loading site(s) are relayed to branch and authorisation sought where required
2Undertake load transfer
- 2.1 Permission to enter and exit loading area (where required) is obtained in accordance with workplace procedures
- 2.2 Security procedures, including positioning of personnel, travelling across public areas, and carrying/loading techniques are undertaken in accordance with operational plan
- 2.3 Security systems are activated/deactivated as necessary in accordance with workplace procedures
- 2.4 Contingency plans are identified and confirmed with other team members
- 2.5 Security devices are activated at consignment in accordance with procedures
- 2.6 The environment is constantly monitored to maintain a safe working environment
- 2.7 Consignment is identified and details are verified and checked for conformity with manifest
- 2.8 Non-conforming consignments are documented and reported in accordance with workplace procedures
- 2.9 Load characteristics are identified and considered when determining appropriate loading and unloading procedures
- 2.10 Load characteristics are identified and considered when determining appropriate loading and unloading procedures
- 2.11 Load handling demonstrates compliance with (any) loading regulations and workplace safety requirements
- 2.12 Consignment is delivered, stored and secured in accordance with operational plan and workplace procedures
3Complete transfer documentation
- 3.1 Details of consignment delivery are verified by client or client representative
- 3.2 Transfer documentation is completed in accordance with workplace 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.
Operations may be conducted:
in a range of work environments
weather conditions
by day or night
Customers may be:
internal or external
Hazards may include:
vehicular and pedestrian traffic
firearm handling
persons with felonious intent
uneven ground, steps, road surfaces
dust and vapours
hazardous or dangerous materials
humidity, air temperature
Consultative processes may involve:
clients
private security personnel
public sector security personnel
police
security consultants
other employees and supervisors
management
other professional or technical staff
Consignment risk may include:
staff fidelity
other theft
loss through negligence
Communication in the work area may include:
mobile and fixed phones
radio
oral, aural or signed communications
Security systems/devices may include:
two-key safes
ATM vaults
surveillance cameras
VCRs
alarm systems
access control systems
time-delay devices
Loading and unloading areas may be:
part of regular deliveries
one-off arrangements
Security arrangements are varied in line with:
workplace policies and procedures
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
firearms
two-way radios
Information/documents may include:
workplace procedures and policies
job specifications
relevant manufacturers specifications
competency standards and training materials
supplier and/or client instructions
material safety data sheets
codes of practice including the National Standards for Manual Handling and the Industry Safety Code
award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements
standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
state/territory OH&S regulations and legislation, including manual handling regulations
relevant Australian standards and certification requirements
relevant state/territory privacy legislation
relevant state/territory fire arms legislation
licensing and permits for firearms and security occupations
licensing requirements for driving and carrying particular classes of goods
relevant state/territory road rules and traffic acts
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Operations may be conducted:
in a range of work environments
weather conditions
by day or night
Customers may be:
internal or external
Hazards may include:
vehicular and pedestrian traffic
firearm handling
persons with felonious intent
uneven ground, steps, road surfaces
dust and vapours
hazardous or dangerous materials
humidity, air temperature
Consultative processes may involve:
clients
private security personnel
public sector security personnel
police
security consultants
other employees and supervisors
management
other professional or technical staff
Consignment risk may include:
staff fidelity
other theft
loss through negligence
Communication in the work area may include:
mobile and fixed phones
radio
oral, aural or signed communications
Security systems/devices may include:
two-key safes
ATM vaults
surveillance cameras
VCRs
alarm systems
access control systems
time-delay devices
Loading and unloading areas may be:
part of regular deliveries
one-off arrangements
Security arrangements are varied in line with:
workplace policies and procedures
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
firearms
two-way radios
Information/documents may include:
workplace procedures and policies
job specifications
relevant manufacturers specifications
competency standards and training materials
supplier and/or client instructions
material safety data sheets
codes of practice including the National Standards for Manual Handling and the Industry Safety Code
award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements
standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
state/territory OH&S regulations and legislation, including manual handling regulations
relevant Australian standards and certification requirements
relevant state/territory privacy legislation
relevant state/territory fire arms legislation
licensing and permits for firearms and security occupations
licensing requirements for driving and carrying particular classes of goods
relevant state/territory road rules and traffic acts
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 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:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to 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 organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
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
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 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:
the underpinning knowledge and skills
relevant legislation and workplace procedures
other relevant aspects of the range statement
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to 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 organisation
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate written/oral tests
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
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