NZQA registered unit standard
28906 version 1
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Title
Demonstrate knowledge of port cargo logistics
Level
5
Credits
10
Purpose
People credited with this unit standard are able to demonstrate
advanced knowledge of port cargo logistics, port and terminal
types and distribution.
Classification
Stevedoring and Ports Industry > Cargo Operations
Available grade
Achieved
Explanatory notes
1
Definitions
RORO roll on, roll off.
Incoterms International Commercial Terms. A series of pre-defined commercial
terms published by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) that are widely
used in international commercial transactions or procurement processes.
IMDG Code International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code.
ISO ratings International Shipping Organization container ratings system.
Logistics planning, organisation and management of activities that provide goods and
services to consumers.
2
Competence in the outcomes of this unit standard may be demonstrated using a
case study or on-job scenario.
Outcomes and evidence requirements
Outcome 1
Demonstrate knowledge of port cargo logistics.
Evidence requirements
1.1
Chartering terms are explained in terms of liability, ownership, and responsibility
for cargo, vessels and equipment.
Range
explanation to cover – Incoterms, damaged cargo, ship damage,
insurance, evidence gathering, documentation and reports,
dispatch, demurrage, dwell time, port charges (deadweight, gross
tonnage), berthage fees, marine charge, wharfage.
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1.2
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Cargo types are explained in terms of handling, stowage, care, and segregation
requirements.
cargo types include but are not limited to –
container – ISO rating, size, type; types include – refrigerated, dry,
over height, high cube, flat rack, food grade, heavy rated;
breakbulk – logs, pulp, timber, paper, steel, palletised, unitised,
ingots;
bulk – coal, grain, cement, fertiliser, sand, salt, urea, palm kernel,
sugar, gypsum, wood chip, scrap metal;
bulk liquid – petroleum, oil, molasses, wine, water, rum, tallow,
chemicals, gas (LPG/CNG);
specialised – project cargo, hazardous (IMDG code), explosive,
refrigerated;
livestock;
passengers;
RORO.
Range
Outcome 2
Demonstrate knowledge of port and terminal types and distribution.
Range
port and terminal types include but are not limited to – hubs, off-port depots, log
yards/log storage yards, bulk storage yards, container terminals, liquid
terminals, passenger terminals, RORO terminals, customs bonded areas,
security.
Evidence requirements
2.1
Port and terminal types are explained in terms of their purpose, advantages,
and disadvantages.
2.2
Port and terminal stakeholders are identified and how and why they use the
facilities is explained.
Range
includes but is not limited to – user groups, operators.
2.3
Knowledge of cargo flow constraints through the supply chain of ports and
terminals is demonstrated for a port.
2.4
Knowledge of the use of logistics technology used in the supply chain of ports
and terminals is demonstrated for a port.
Planned review date
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31 December 2020
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NZQA registered unit standard
28906 version 1
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Status information and last date for assessment for superseded versions
Process
Version Date
Last Date for Assessment
Registration
1
17 September 2015
N/A
Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMR) reference
0145
This CMR can be accessed at http://www.nzqa.govt.nz/framework/search/index.do.
Please note
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before they can report credits from assessment against unit standards or deliver courses
of study leading to that assessment.
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Providers and Industry Training Organisations, which have been granted consent and
which are assessing against unit standards must engage with the moderation system that
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Requirements for consent to assess and an outline of the moderation system that applies
to this standard are outlined in the Consent and Moderation Requirements (CMRs). The
CMR also includes useful information about special requirements for organisations wishing
to develop education and training programmes, such as minimum qualifications for tutors
and assessors, and special resource requirements.
Comments on this unit standard
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info@mito.org.nz if you wish to suggest changes to the content of this unit standard.
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