Arrange the transportation of goods by air

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This standard is about arranging the transportation of goods by air in international trade and logistics operations. You will need to understand the relevant national and international legislation for transporting goods by air and any special requirements needed by the goods being transported.

You will also need to be able to communicate with all those involved in the transportation and resolve any issues that may occur, when arranging the transportation of goods by air in relation to contract compliance and  legislation, within your responsibility.

This standard is for those responsible for arranging the transportation of goods by air in international trade and logistics operations.

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1. Consider the environmental impact when selecting air transport as opposed to alternative modes

2. Review all relevant transportation instructions and details of the goods

3. being transported by air
4. Calculate air freight prices and prepare quotes for customers
5. Review the contract of carriage to ensure compliance when arranging the transportation of goods by air
6. Plan and book cargo space on air services in accordance with air cargo booking procedures
7. Complete national and international transit documentation for transportation by air, in accordance with legal, regulatory and organisational requirements
8. Confirm that instructions for air transportation are accurate, complete and provided in the correct documentation and systems
9. Confirm that any special requirements or instructions are clearly specified
10. Provide relevant information to all those involved with the transportation of goods by air
11. Provide instructions on marking, labelling, packaging and the segregation of goods, as per the contract
12. Obtain information on how to monitor the transportation of goods by air
13. Monitor the progress of arranging the transportation of goods by air
14. Identify any issues with arranging the transportation of goods by air and take the appropriate action to deal with these
15. Inform the customer of any delays, allowing a suitable amount of time to respond to the delay
16. Contact the relevant supervisor or senior colleague if the issues identified cannot be resolved
17. Check that the transport documentation is retained in line with the relevant statutory, regulatory, legislative and organisational requirements
18. Report work activities and record them in the appropriate information systems in accordance with the relevant statutory, regulatory, legislative and organisational procedures
19. Comply with all relevant health and safety, environmental, ethical, legislative, regulatory standards and organisational procedures when transporting goods by air

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1. The terminology used in air freight services

2. The current trends in international air freight services

3. The relevant transportation instructions and details of goods being transported
4. The importance of reviewing and complying with contract terms and conditions when arranging transportation of goods by air
5. The advantages and disadvantages of using air transport, the different types of aircraft used and the impact it has on the environment
6. The importance of maintaining business environmental awareness to ensure efficiency and effectiveness
7. The air transport regulations and restrictions when transporting goods, **including when moving hazardous goods
8. The relevant national and international legislation, regulations and restrictions for different types of goods and mixed goods when transporting by air
9. The relevant national and international air transit routes and hubs
10. The role of different national and international regulatory bodies, organisations and agencies in moving goods by air and their compliance requirements
11. The type of information that is required and the relevant documentation used, in international air freight
12. Where to find industry information and data from systems relating to the type of goods to be transported, schedules and space availability
13. The systems and procedures used by national and international customers and the relevant stakeholders
14. The different air containers and Unit Load Devices (ULD) and their purposes
15. The Air Cargo Tariff and Rules (TACT) and OAG World Airways Guides
16. The time zones and air travel time for the destination of the goods
17. World geography and political boundaries relevant to the goods destination
18. The types of issues that can occur when arranging transport of goods by air and the importance of communicating any delays to the customer in a proactive manner, allowing as much time as possible to respond to the issues
19. The importance of following the special requirements needed by different goods and mixes of goods
20. The importance of, and reasons for, providing all those involved with goods transportation with instructions on marking, labelling, packaging and the segregation of goods
21. The processes and procedures involved in arranging and monitoring the transportation of goods by air
22. The reporting responsibilities and information systems used by the organisation
23. The roles and responsibilities of different colleagues in the supply chain when arranging the transportation of goods by air
24. Basic aviation security
25. The relevant health and safety requirements, legislation, regulations and organisational procedures

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Goods

• hazardous goods (flammable, toxic, milk, grain)
• mix of goods (food and nonfood products)
• non-hazardous
• perishable (food)
• goods for repair/return
• goods for exhibitions/showcase events

Special requirements

• segregation
• environmental requirements, heat, cold, humidity
• restricted goods
• welfare requirements for live animals

• mix of goods

• security

• customs declarations

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2027

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Current

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Original

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Lantra

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SFL61

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Administration, Business, Business Management, Transport Drivers and Operatives, Transportation Operations and Maintenance

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1241

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arrange; transport; good; air; freight; logistics; international

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