Assessor Resource

CPCCBC4044A
Operate a tower crane

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit may have application in a range of industries, including automotive, defence, forests, maritime, metals and engineering, mining, transport and distribution, in addition to general construction.

This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to operate a tower crane, including planning and preparing for work; conducting operational checks; safely and effectively operating the tower crane for a range of tasks, including lifting and moving loads; monitoring; and shutting down in accordance with designated Australian standards.

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Prerequisites

Nil


Co-Requisites

Nil


Employability Skills

This unit contains employability skills.




Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

This unit of competency could be assessed by providing evidence of safely and efficiently conducting tower crane operations according to organisational and regulatory requirements.

This unit of competency can be assessed in the workplace or a close simulation of the workplace environment, provided that simulated or project-based assessment techniques fully replicate construction workplace conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities and procedures.

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of the ability to:

comply with organisational and site policies and procedures, including quality requirements and state or territory legislation applicable to workplace operations

comply with OHS and environmental regulations, policies and procedures

communicate effectively and work safely with others in the work area

conduct risk assessment and management procedures

operate a tower crane, including all functions (including a multiple lift) to their maximum extension and travel in the lifting and moving of at least three differing load types and sizes to different locations on the site

conduct pre and post-operational checks of the tower crane.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

This competency is to be assessed using standard and authorised work practices, safety requirements and environmental constraints.

Assessment of essential underpinning knowledge will usually be conducted in an off-site context.

Assessment is to comply with relevant regulatory or Australian standards' requirements.

Resource implications for assessment include:

workplace location or simulated workplace

materials and equipment relevant to tower crane operations.

Specifications and work instructions. Reasonable adjustments for people with disabilities must be made to assessment processes where required. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.

Method of assessment

Assessment methods must:

satisfy the endorsed Assessment Guidelines of the Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package

include direct observation of tasks in real or simulated work conditions, with questioning to confirm the ability to consistently identify and correctly interpret the essential underpinning knowledge required for practical application

reinforce the integration of employability skills with workplace tasks and job roles

confirm that competency is verified and able to be transferred to other circumstances and environments.

Validity and sufficiency of evidence requires that:

competency will need to be demonstrated over a period of time reflecting the scope of the role and the practical requirements of the workplace

where the assessment is part of a structured learning experience the evidence collected must relate to a number of performances assessed at different points in time and separated by further learning and practice, with a decision on competency only taken at the point when the assessor has complete confidence in the person's demonstrated ability and applied knowledge

all assessment that is part of a structured learning experience must include a combination of direct, indirect and supplementary evidence.

Assessment processes and techniques should as far as is practical take into account the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate in relation to the competency being assessed.

Supplementary evidence of competency may be obtained from relevant authenticated documentation from third parties, such as existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.


Submission Requirements

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Assessment Tasks

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Required skills

Required skills for this unit are:

communication skills to:

clarify and confirm work order with appropriate personnel

enable clear and direct communication, using questioning to identify and confirm requirements, share information, listen and understand

follow instructions

participate in on-site meetings

read and interpret:

instructions

work orders

other relevant documentation

report faults and respond appropriately

use a range of communication technologies and equipment

use and interpret non-verbal communication

use language and concepts appropriate to cultural differences

written skills to document hazards and record and report faults relating to conducting tower crane operations

compliance with legislation, regulations, standards, codes of practice and established safe practices and procedures for conducting tower crane operations

efficiently and safely conduct tower crane operations

numeracy skills to calculate rated capacity, working load limits and load charts

use and maintain relevant tools, machinery and equipment

use appropriate communication and interpersonal techniques with colleagues and others

verify problems and equipment faults and demonstrate appropriate response procedures.

Required knowledge

Required knowledge for this unit is:

appropriate mathematical procedures for estimation and measurement

environmental protection requirements relating to the disposal of waste material

established communication channels and protocols in the workplace

federal, and state or territory OHS legislation, regulations, standards and codes of practice relevant to the full range of processes for conducting tower crane operations

job safety analysis (JSA) and safe work method statements

material safety data sheets (MSDS) and material handling methods

organisational and site standards, requirements, policies and procedures for conducting tower crane operations

procedures for recording, reporting and maintaining workplace records and information

remote control operations and indicators

risk assessment and management

routine problems encountered with equipment use or adjustment and required corrective actions

techniques for calculating rated capacity, working load limits and load charts

tower crane capabilities and gear

tower crane operations and operating techniques

types of tools and equipment and procedures for their use, operation and maintenance.

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Safety (OHS) is to be in accordance with state and territory legislation and regulations and project safety plan and may include:

emergency procedures, including extinguishing fires, organisational first aid requirements and evacuation

handling activities that may require the assistance of others or the use of manual or mechanical lifting devices where size, weight or other issues, such as disability are a factor

hazard control

hazardous materials and substances

housekeeping

organisational first aid

personal protective equipment (PPE) prescribed under legislation, regulations and workplace policies and practices

safe operating procedures, including the conduct of operational risk assessment and treatments associated with:

machines

man-made structures

obstructions

recently filled trenches

restricted access barriers

safe parking

security from unauthorised access or movement

signage and barricades

surrounding structures

traffic control

underground or overhead services

uneven or unstable surfaces or terrain

work site visitors and the public

working at heights

working in proximity to others

use of firefighting equipment

use of tools and equipment

workplace environmental requirements and safety.

Licensing includes:

relevant recognition, permit, licence or permission to operate within any state or territory issued by the government regulatory authority of that jurisdiction.

Organisational requirements include:

access and equity principles and practices

consultative processes

emergency and evacuation procedures

equipment maintenance and storage procedures

ethical standards

legal, organisational and site policy or guidelines

OHS policies

policies and procedures relating to own role and responsibility

procedures and programs

quality and continuous improvement processes and standards

quality assurance or procedures manuals

recording and reporting procedures.

Work order includes:

organisational work specifications and instructions issued by authorised personnel for the operation of a tower crane and its respective tasks.

Appropriate personnel includes:

client

colleague

manager

supervisor

supplier.

Tower crane:

includes:

a boom or jib crane mounted on a tower structure that is demountable or permanent and includes horizontal and luffing jib types

may include:

height and jib extension

ram luffers

rope luffers and hammerheads (trolley in and trolley out)

is generally pre-erected by riggers with use of mobile cranes.

Equipment:

includes:

lifting gear

tower cranes

workboxes and relevant maintenance equipment

may include:

emergency shutdown and stopping

extinguishing fires

organisational first aid requirements and evacuation

procedures for equipment lock-out to protect operators and co-workers from accidental injury by isolating the equipment

remote control devices (pendant control and radio control).

Legislative requirements include:

award and organisation agreements and relevant industrial arrangements

confidentiality and privacy requirements

environmental issues

equal opportunity

industrial relations and anti-discrimination

OHS issues

relevant industry codes of practice

relevant legislation from all levels of government that affect business operation.

Environmental protection measures include organisational and project requirements, including:

clean-up management

dust and noise

vibration

waste management.

Pre start-up checks ensure:

equipment has been set up correctly

gear is fitted accurately

plant is operating to optimum performance.

Hazards include:

buildings

chemicals

fires

goods and materials, including hazardous materials

movement of equipment

structures

traffic

underground or overhead services

uneven or unstable surface or terrain.

Barriers and signage include:

barrier tape or netting

fencing

temporary boundaries and specified safety signage.

Weight of load includes:

that prescribed by manufacturer as not exceeding the allowable capacity of the tower crane.

Lifting gear includes:

chains or slinging equipment

grabs.

Dogging includes:

provision of directional signals to the crane operator on the position and security of the load.

Rigging includes:

process of fitting and removing cables and spars to ensure structural stability and load capacity of tower cranes.

Tasks include operations, including:

attachments

boom up and boom down

luff movements

outriggers

slew left and right

telescope in and out

trolley in and trolley out

winch up and down in combination.

Records and reports include:

conclusions

costs

dangerous occurrences or equipment malfunctions using logbooks

difficulties or issues faced

environmental issues

hazards

incidents or injuries

pro formas

production reports

recommendations and maintenance records

recommendations for future work

results

tower crane operations and maintenance of equipment.

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Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Applicable safety (OHS), licensing, legislative and organisational requirements relevant to operating a tower crane are verified and complied with. 
Work order is reviewed, confirmed and clarified with appropriate personnel. 
Type of operations to be conducted with a tower crane are assessed and prepared. 
Equipment is selected appropriate to work requirements and checked for operational effectiveness in accordance with manufacturer recommendations. 
Tower crane operations are planned in accordance with site procedures and legislative requirements. 
Environmental protection measures are adhered to in accordance with environmental plans and regulations. 
Communication with others is established and maintained in accordance with OHS requirements. 
Tower crane is visually inspected prior to operation for any evidence of damage, structural weakness or interference according to pre-operational safety check procedures. 
Pre start-up checks are carried out on equipment in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and specifications. 
Tower crane controls and functions, including manoeuvrability, emergency functions, gear and accessories are checked for serviceability and any faults are rectified or reported. 
Tower functions are checked after start-up, and monitored throughout operation. 
Site hazards associated with tower crane operations are detected, risks assessed and safe operating techniques used to eliminate or control risks. 
Barriers and signage are used to isolate the work area in accordance with safe work practices and load shifting requirements. 
Tower crane is operated to work instructions in accordance with company operating procedures and manufacturer specifications. 
Communication practices associated with lifting and moving loads are conducted in accordance with work site procedures and are confirmed between parties. 
Crane is climbed in accordance with manufacturer specifications and safety regulations. 
Start-up and shutdown procedures are performed in accordance with manufacturer specifications and site requirements. 
Weight of load is confirmed as being within the lifting capacity and operating radius of the crane. 
Lifting gear is selected, attached and used in accordance with working load limits and OHS legislation. 
Crane movements are checked for safe operation and load is prepared for lifting in accordance with crane, dogging and rigging requirements. 
Load is manoeuvred to position using the control systems to manufacturer specifications, continually monitored throughout its travel and tasks are completed effectively. 
Load is lifted and moved in accordance with agreed crane schedule and conventional hand and audible signals that meet OHS legislation and work site procedures. 
Load is constantly monitored to ensure safety to personnel, load and structural stability with monitoring systems and alarms immediately acted upon in accordance with site requirements. 
Tower crane is shut down using the correct sequence of procedures in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and specifications. 
Routine post-operational checks are carried out in accordance with manufacturer specifications. 
Tower crane operations and faults are recorded and reported to the appropriate personnel. 

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