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Load and unload goods/cargo

Load and unload goods/cargo

Unit of competency
National Code
TLID407C
State Code
S5702
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
18/07/2008
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/11/2010
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
30/11/2010
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to load and unload goods and cargo, including loading and unloading goods, securing and protecting the load and completing all required documentation.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Load and unload goods/cargo
  • 1.1 Load characteristics are identified and taken into account when determining appropriate loading and unloading procedures
  • 1.2 Dangerous or hazardous goods are identified and handled in accordance with the Australian Dangerous Goods (ADG) Code and other relevant regulations/permit requirements
  • 1.3 Load is packed/unpacked to make safe and effective use of available spaces
  • 1.4 Goods/cargo are loaded in accordance with relevant mass and loading regulations and workplace procedures
  • 1.5 Lifting aids and appliances are selected and used to aid loading procedures in compliance with workplace procedures and safety legislation
  • 1.6 Unloading activities are conducted in a safe and efficient manner taking into account suitable locations, stowage, safe use of equipment and the balance of the remaining load
  • 1.7 Goods requiring special handling and/or documentation are identified and appropriate procedures followed
  • 1.8 Relocated material is restacked appropriate for the transport method, safe height, weight loading, size and crushability of the goods
2 Secure and protect load
  • 2.1 The distribution of the load is checked to ensure that it is even, legal and within safe working capacity
  • 2.2 Load is checked to ensure that dangerous goods and hazardous substances are appropriately segregated in accordance with the ADG Code
  • 2.3 Load is secured using the correct load restraint and protection equipment for different loads, carrying and storage conditions
  • 2.4 The load is protected in accordance with legal and workplace safety requirements
3 Complete documentation
  • 3.1 The load is inspected and checked for security to travel in accordance with relevant regulations/permit requirements and the ADG Code where applicable
  • 3.2 All required documentation for the goods is completed in accordance with workplace requirements including the ADG Code where applicable
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
by day or night
Customers may be:
internal or external
Workplaces may comprise:
large, medium or small worksites
Work may be conducted in:
restricted spaces
exposed conditions
controlled or open environments
Goods/cargo to be loaded or unloaded may:
require special precautions
Loads to be shifted may be:
irregularly shaped
packaged or unpackaged
labelled or unlabelled
palleted or unpalleted
Hazards in the work area may include exposure to:
chemicals
dangerous or hazardous substances
movements of equipment, goods and materials
Personnel in the work area may include:
workplace personnel
site visitors
contractors
official representatives
Communication in the work area may include:
phone
electronic data interchange
fax
email
internet
radio
oral, aural or signed communications
Loading operations may be carried out:
manually
with the aid of lifting equipment and/or appliances
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
safety glasses
two-way radios
high visibility clothing
Information/documents may include:
goods identification numbers and codes, including ADG and IMDG markings and HAZCHEM signs
manifests, bar codes, goods and container identification
manufacturers specifications for equipment/tools
workplace procedures and policies for the loading and unloading of goods/cargo
ADG Code and associated regulations
supplier and/or client instructions
material safety data sheets
EPGs and Initial Response Guide (HB76:1998 or equivalent)
codes of practice including the National Standards for Manual Handling and the Industry Safety Code
award, enterprise bargaining agreement, other industrial arrangements
relevant Australian standards and certification requirements
quality assurance procedures
emergency procedures
Load Restraint Guide
Applicable regulations and legislation may include
relevant Australian standards and regulations including state/territory mass and loading regulations
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

relevant state/territory environmental protection legislation
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
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
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S2472 TDTD497B Load and unload goods/cargo Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
D5064 TLID2004A Load and unload goods/cargo Unit of competency