Performance Skill Standard:

Conditions of Performance:

• Given typical trailer, a typical load, and a bill of lading or cargo list…

Statement of Work to be performed:

• …The driver will perform all cargo handling safely and documentation procedures accurately.

Performance Criteria:

• Verify nature, amount, and condition of cargo on both pick-up and delivery.
• Verify load is distributed and tied down correctly to meet legal and safety requirements.
• Verify information on bill of lading and properly record and report discrepancies and damage to the cargo.
• Obtain appropriate signatures on delivery receipts and other required forms.
• Properly prepare a manifest.
• Move heavy loads safely, as verified by a performance test.
• Obtain hazardous materials endorsement prior to carrying hazardous materials.

Performance Elements and Assessment Criteria:

• Prepare manifest, as required.
• Verify cargo types, nature, amount, and condition on pick-up and delivery.
• Verify seals, if used.
• Cover cargo, as necessary.
• Obtain appropriate signatures.
• Verify information on bill of lading and properly record/report discrepancies and damage.
• Verify that load distribution on trailer fits within regulations.
• Verify that placards match load and meet r3egulations; correct placards, as necessary.
• Safely operate common types of cargo handling equipment.
• Select proper sixes of chain, cable, nylon webbing, steel strapping, or rope.
• Secure load with chains, cables, webbing, or strapping and correctly use the binding system.
• Block and brace cargo properly.
• Stop to inspect cargo, according to regulations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of proper lifting techniques required to safely load and unload cargo.