Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 3:06 PM AWST
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Secure cargo
Secure cargo
Unit of competency
National Code
TLIA107C
TLIA107C
State Code
S5515
S5515
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2014
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
08/07/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to secure cargo including preparing to secure cargo/containers, lashing and unlashing cargo, protecting cargo from weather, and packing and unpacking cargo. It may apply in cargo securing contexts in the stevedoring, transport, distribution and allied industries.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare to secure cargo/containers
- 1.1 Work area is prepared and maintained in accordance with the national standards, safety codes and site operating procedures
- 1.2 Unsafe work practices and/or equipment are reported to appropriate personnel
- 1.3 Appropriate protective clothing, equipment and fittings are selected
- 1.4 Formwork is erected where no lashing points exist
- 1.5 Lashing plan is read and interpreted
2 Lash and unlash cargo
- 2.1 Work is conducted in accordance with industry standards, statutory requirements, safety codes, site operating requirements and any special requirements of the cargo
- 2.2 Lashing points are identified and appropriate fittings and lashing equipment are used for each lashing point
- 2.3 Cargo is lashed and secured to lashing points ensuring the correct spread of lashings and that lashings are secured, attached and tensioned
- 2.4 Tensioners are securely fastened
- 2.5 When unlashing, fittings are released, disconnected and removed from the cargo
- 2.6 Lashing equipment is placed in designated storage areas or cleared from work area
- 2.7 Lashing/unlashing operations ensure no injury to personnel or damage to machinery or cargo
- 2.8 Lashing is completed in accordance with lashing plan
3 Protect cargo from weather
- 3.1 Cargo is covered/uncovered safely ensuring appropriate covering and lashing, no injury to personnel or damage to cargo or equipment
- 3.2 Work is conducted in accordance with the requirements of national standards, safety codes and site operating procedures
4 Pack and unpack cargo
- 4.1 Damaged cargo is identified and reported following enterprise procedures
- 4.2 Cargo is sorted and stacked prior to packing or after unpacking, ensuring the stack is in the correct location, in accordance with national standards, safety codes, and site operating procedures
- 4.3 Cargo is identified through the interpretation of marks or numbers
- 4.4 Tight stow of cargo is maintained
- 4.5 Cargo is handled ensuring no injury to personnel or damage to cargo or equipment
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.
Work may be conducted:
in a range of work environments
by day or night
Customers may be:
internal or external
Workplaces may comprise :
large, medium or small worksites
Work may be conducted in:
limited or restricted spaces
exposed conditions
controlled or open environments
at height
in a workbox or workcage
Cargo may include:
goods with specialist requirements, including temperature controlled goods and dangerous goods
Lashing equipment for containers may include:
twistlocks
pelican hooks
lashing rods (bars)
turn handles (keys)
bottle screws
bridging clamps
cones
Securing equipment may include:
chocks
racks
lashings
ropes
chains
Covers may include:
rain and dust covers
Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:
chemicals
dangerous or hazardous substances
movements of equipment, goods and materials
Personnel in work area may include:
workplace personnel
site visitors
contractors
official representatives
Personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
safety glasses
two-way radios
protective clothing
high visibility clothing
full arrest safety harness
Communication in the work area may include:
phone
radio
oral, aural or signed communications
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Information/documents may include:
goods identification numbers and codes
manifests, bar codes, and container identification/serial number
Australian and international codes of practice and regulations relevant to the securing of cargo
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances
operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation
manufacturers specifications for equipment
workplace procedures and policies
supplier and/or client instructions
dangerous goods declarations and material safety data sheets (where applicable)
award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements
relevant Australian standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant codes and regulations for the securing of cargo
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances, including:
Australian and International Dangerous Goods Codes
Australian Marine Orders and the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code
IATA Dangerous Goods by Air regulations
Australian and International Explosives Codes
licence, patent or copyright arrangements
water and road use and licence arrangements
export/import/quarantine/bond requirements
marine orders
relevant Australian standards and certification requirements
relevant state/territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation
workplace relations regulations
workers compensation regulations
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:
in a range of work environments
by day or night
Customers may be:
internal or external
Workplaces may comprise :
large, medium or small worksites
Work may be conducted in:
limited or restricted spaces
exposed conditions
controlled or open environments
at height
in a workbox or workcage
Cargo may include:
goods with specialist requirements, including temperature controlled goods and dangerous goods
Lashing equipment for containers may include:
twistlocks
pelican hooks
lashing rods (bars)
turn handles (keys)
bottle screws
bridging clamps
cones
Securing equipment may include:
chocks
racks
lashings
ropes
chains
Covers may include:
rain and dust covers
Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:
chemicals
dangerous or hazardous substances
movements of equipment, goods and materials
Personnel in work area may include:
workplace personnel
site visitors
contractors
official representatives
Personal protective equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
safety glasses
two-way radios
protective clothing
high visibility clothing
full arrest safety harness
Communication in the work area may include:
phone
radio
oral, aural or signed communications
Depending on the type of organisation concerned and the local terminology used, workplace procedures may include:
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Information/documents may include:
goods identification numbers and codes
manifests, bar codes, and container identification/serial number
Australian and international codes of practice and regulations relevant to the securing of cargo
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances
operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation
manufacturers specifications for equipment
workplace procedures and policies
supplier and/or client instructions
dangerous goods declarations and material safety data sheets (where applicable)
award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements
relevant Australian standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
Applicable regulations and legislation may include:
relevant codes and regulations for the securing of cargo
Australian and international regulations and codes of practice for the handling and transport of dangerous goods and hazardous substances, including:
Australian and International Dangerous Goods Codes
Australian Marine Orders and the International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code
IATA Dangerous Goods by Air regulations
Australian and International Explosives Codes
licence, patent or copyright arrangements
water and road use and licence arrangements
export/import/quarantine/bond requirements
marine orders
relevant Australian standards and certification requirements
relevant state/territory OH&S and environmental protection legislation
workplace relations regulations
workers compensation regulations
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 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/or equipment, and/or
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 appropriately simulated activities at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
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 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/or equipment, and/or
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 appropriately simulated activities at the registered training organisation, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S2391 | TDTA197B | Secure cargo | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D4883 | TLIA1001A | Secure cargo | Unit of competency |
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