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Welcome to our online Chain of Responsibility (CoR) Level 1 course for frontline staff. This course aims to provide frontline staff in the supply chain with essential awareness and knowledge regarding transport safety. It covers skills such as identifying features and applying chain of responsibility obligations under relevant laws, including the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) or state/territory regulations, as well as identifying and reporting chain of responsibility risks.

Targeted at individuals involved in consigning, packing, loading, or receiving goods, the course highlights legal liabilities and responsibilities within the Chain of Responsibility (COR) framework, emphasizing the need for all involved parties to mitigate fatigue-related risks and ensure compliance with road transport laws.

What is the purpose of this course?

The online Chain of Responsibility (CoR) Level 1 course is for general awareness for frontline staff who work in the supply chain. It involves the skills and knowledge required to ensure the safety of transport activities.

It includes identifying features and applying chain of responsibility obligation in the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) or applicable state/territory law and regulations. It also includes identifying and reporting chain of responsibility risks.

Transport activities as defined by the HVNL or applicable state/territory law and regulations. Work is performed under close direction, generally within a team environment.

What does the course cost?

The cost of this course is $269.

Who is this course for?

If you consign, pack, load or receive goods as part of your business, you could be held legally liable for breaches of road transport laws even though you do not drive a heavy vehicle. In addition, corporate entities, directors, partners and managers are accountable for the actions of people under their control. This is the ‘Chain of Responsibility’ (COR).

Each person in the COR must take all reasonable steps to ensure that the driver of a fatigue-regulated heavy vehicle does not drive on a road while impaired by fatigue or breach road transport laws relating to fatigue. In addition to this, each person in the COR must take all reasonable steps to ensure a heavy vehicle driver can perform his or her duties without breaching road transport laws.

Do you need a licence?

While a specific transport licence may not be required to complete this course, having a valid driver’s licence is essential for those operating vehicles as part of their job. 

Interactive Learning Experience

The course is 100% online and self-paced, with a learning platform that offers a range of benefits designed to enhance the learning experience for participants.

It is designed to meet individual learning needs, allowing participants to progress at their own pace while ensuring they fully grasp each concept. The engaging, interactive content – featuring multimedia, quizzes, and scenario-based questions – keeps learners motivated and involved. Continuous assessments provide regular feedback, helping learners stay on track by identifying areas for improvement.

Being 100% online and self-paced, the course offers flexibility for participants to access materials anytime, making it ideal for those balancing other commitments. Spaced repetition and active recall techniques enhance knowledge retention, and comprehensive reporting offers insights into learner progress, allowing for targeted support.

How long does the course take?

The course is 100% online and self-paced, allowing you to complete the modules at your convenience. While the total duration may vary based on individual learning speeds, participants can generally expect to complete the course within 3 – 4 hours. You’ll also have the flexibility to revisit course materials as needed.

Once you have logged in, you will have a maximum of 30 days to complete the course.

Benefits of the Online Course Environment

Our online learning platform offers a range of benefits designed to enhance the learning experience for participants. Here are some key advantages:

Personalised Learning: This course adapts to each learner’s individual needs, allowing them to progress at their own pace. This tailored approach helps ensure that participants fully grasp each concept before moving on, promoting a deeper understanding of the material.

Engaging Content: The platform delivers interactive and engaging content that keeps learners motivated and involved. By incorporating multimedia elements, quizzes, and scenario-based questions, our course makes learning enjoyable and effective.

Continuous Assessment: Our course provides ongoing assessments to track progress and reinforce learning. Regular quizzes and feedback help identify areas where participants may need additional support, ensuring they stay on track to meet their learning objectives.

Flexibility and Accessibility: As part of a 100% online and self-paced course, it allows participants to access materials anytime, anywhere, as long as they have an internet connection. This flexibility is particularly beneficial for those balancing work and study commitments.

Enhanced Retention: By employing spaced repetition and active recall techniques, our course helps improve knowledge retention. Learners are more likely to remember the information long-term, making it easier to apply their skills in real-world situations.

Comprehensive Reporting: The platform offers detailed reporting and analytics, giving both learners and instructors insight into progress and performance. This feature helps identify strengths and weaknesses, enabling targeted interventions when necessary.

In short, our unique approach to online course delivery enriches the learning experience, making it a valuable tool for anyone looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in workplace safety within the transport industry.

On successful completion of this program, participants will receive the nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for:

TLIF0009 Ensure the safety of transport activities (Chain of Responsibility)

The TLIF0009 Ensure the Safety of Transport Activities (Chain of Responsibility) course is designed to provide participants with the essential knowledge and skills needed to meet Chain of Responsibility (CoR) obligations within the transport and logistics industry. The course focuses on understanding the legal and safety responsibilities involved in road transport operations, particularly for individuals involved in managing or influencing transport activities, such as schedulers, managers, drivers, and operators.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Identify and Apply Chain of Responsibility Legislation

Understand the key principles of CoR laws and apply them effectively within transport activities to ensure compliance with Australian road safety regulations.

Monitor and Influence Transport Safety Practices

Evaluate current practices and implement changes that enhance safety standards across all stages of the transport supply chain.

Assess and Manage Risks in Transport Operations

Identify potential risks, implement control measures, and continuously improve processes to reduce incidents and liabilities within the workplace.

Communicate CoR Requirements Effectively

Provide clear and compliant instructions to all personnel in the supply chain, ensuring each party understands their responsibilities under CoR.

Contribute to a Safer and More Accountable Transport Industry

Play a proactive role in creating a culture of safety and accountability that aligns with industry standards and reduces the risks associated with transport activities.

This course is essential for anyone in a role where they can impact the safety and compliance of transport operations, ensuring every part of the supply chain remains accountable and safe.

ZOOM Meetings

You will need to use a device fitted with a webcam, a microphone, and reliable internet access to participate in the one-on-one interaction with an experienced workplace instructor through a ZOOM Meeting.

Go to the ZOOM Download Centre.

System requirements

 – An internet connection – broadband wired or wireless (3G or 4G/LTE)

 – Speakers and a microphone – built-in, USB plug-in, or wireless Bluetooth

 – A webcam or HD webcam – built-in, USB plug-in.

See further information about ZOOM System Requirements.