Australian Industry Standards calls for comment after finalisation
Australian Industry Standards (AIS), the organisation tasked with overseeing the national training system, is seeking feedback on three draft training packages finalised by the relevant technical advisory committees (TACs).
The packages relate to traffic operations qualification, logistics operations qualification and Chain of Responsibility (COR) units of competency.
The calls come following the Australian Industry and Skills Committee (AISC) commissioning review of qualification in the TLI Transport and Logistics Training Package.
Technology is driving the need for higher-order skills, including the ability to effectively manage and operate within ever changing environments.
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Of traffic operations, AIS says: “New technology and the impact of traffic congestion is driving the need for new skills including the ability to effectively manage and operate within ever changing traffic environments.
“Specialised skills, problem-solving and analytical skills, are driving a more integrated approach to traffic operations.
“The reliance on road transport continues to increase and industry is seeking new and innovative ways to improve efficiency.
“This project will address specific skills and knowledge needed to manage and improve congestion issues and drive efficiency through the implementation of innovative approaches.”
The pace of economic changes is at the heart of logistics operations approach.
“Technology is driving the need for higher-order skills, including the ability to effectively manage and operate within ever changing environments,” AIS says.
“This review is considered an imperative to ensure Australian Transport and Logistics businesses remain competitive”
With the heavy vehicle regulatory scene changing rapidly as well, the COR project addresses related Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) regulatory reforms.
“This review is considered imperative to ensure Australian Transport and Logistics enterprises remain viable, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
“HVNL is being amended to safeguard every party in the heavy vehicle transport supply chain and to ensure the safety of transport activities.”
Industry and business feedback details and deadlines are as follows: logistics March 13; traffic March 29; COR March 29.